Removing and installing camshaft oil seal, exhaust camshaft, pulley end — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII Variant (BA), VW Polo 6C (2014–2017), VW Golf Sportsvan (AM1, 2014–2020), VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020)

• Special tools named: T20143/1, T10478/3, T10478/2, T10478/1A, T10478/5

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• Disregard (item 2).
• Do not lubricate new oil seal.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

1. Detach toothed belt from camshafts Removing toothed belt from camshaft.
2. Remove engine support Removing and installing engine support.
3. Remove camshaft adjuster for exhaust camshaft . [Note: Disregard (item 2).]
4. Pull out oil seal (1) using extractor tool T20143/1. [Note: Do not lubricate new oil seal.]
5. Slide oil seal (1) over fitting sleeve T10478/3 onto guide sleeve T10478/2.

6. Separate fitting sleeve and guide sleeve.
7. Fit guide sleeve T10478/2 with oil seal (1) onto camshaft.
8. Pull in thrust piece T10478/1A with bolt T10478/5 as far as stop.
9. Install toothed belt (adjust valve timing) .
10. Installing engine support Removing and installing engine support.

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