Oil spray jet and valve - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 6A1, 6A5

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 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. Remove the lower Poly-V belt protector. General body repairs, exterior66External equipment; Lower floor lining; Lower Poly-V belt protector - remove and install
2. Remove the upper crankcase Upper crankcase - remove and install.
3. Turn the crankshaft in the pulley (vibration damper) securing screw, in the engine rotation direction, until reaching the respective valve.
4. Remove the valve (1).
5. Remove oil spray jet (2).

6. (1) Safety valve (tightening torque = 27 Nm). — 27 Nm (20 lb-ft)
7. (2) Oil spray jet (for piston cooling).
8. ⚠ Risk of damages to the oil spray jet.Do not alter the oil spray jet configuration.Check for proper piston passage after installing the new oil spray jets.Folded oil spray jets must be replaced. — Install the upper crankcase Upper crankcase - remove and install.
9. Install the lower Poly-V belt protector. General body repairs, exterior66External equipment; Lower floor lining; Lower Poly-V belt protector - remove and install

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