E - Check the installing position of the sensor rotor in the crankshaft — VW

🧭 Before you start

• Special tools named: feeler gauge

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Screw hex nut (A) until it reaches the flat tightening surface of the threaded spindle.
2. Remove the M6×35 mm bolts (B) from the engine block.
3. Remove three bolts (C) from flange.
4. Remove the Fitting tool.
5. Remove seal lip support ring.

6. Put the gauge rod or a ruler against the flange of the crankshaft (A) (marked surface).
7. Measure with feeler gauge (A) the distance (a) between gauge rod and sensor rotor.
8. Press sensor rotor again .
9. Remove the Fitting tool.
10. Tighten the fastening bolts of the flange, alternating among them in cross. Tightening torque: 10 Nm. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
11. Install the engine rotation sensor (arrow). Tightening torque: 5 Nm. — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
12. Install oil sump .
13. Install intermediate plate.
14. Install flywheel with new bolts.

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