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All Models (Engine Removed)

  1. Set engine to TDC on No. 1 cylinder. Adjust special tool (2068/A) to 125.5 mm reference mark on Audi, to 112.8 mm mark on Dasher, to 5 mm mark on Rabbit and Rabbit Pickup, and to 100 mm mark on Vanagon. Left notch of vernier scale is reference point. Screw in tool as shown in Fig 1.
    NOTE: Before starting timing procedure, check valve timing and drive belt tension. On Volkswagen engines, be sure cold start lever is against stop (toward drive gear on pump).
    Fig 1: Adjusting No. 1 Cylinder to TDC With Engine Removed (Audi Shown)
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  2. Turn crankshaft until TDC mark on flywheel is aligned with edge of special tool (2068/A) at black arrow and marks on injection pump sprocket align with mounting plate.