Lubrication system components, servicing: Overview
NOTE:
- When working on the engine it should be secured to assembly stand VW 313 using engine bracket 3269 or engine bracket VW 540 and supplementary set 540/1 B.
- The oil level must not be above the max. mark - danger of damage to catalytic converter! Marks, Dipstick markings
- If, when repairing an engine, metal shavings or large amounts of small metal particles are found in the engine oil, caused for example by partial seizure of crankshaft or connecting rod bearings, perform the following work sequences to prevent consequential damage once repairs are complete:
- Thoroughly clean oil passages
- Replace oil spray jets
- Replace oil cooler
- Replace oil filter
- Replace oil non-return valve
Disassembling and assembling oil filter housing → Oil filter housing, disassembling and assembling .
Disassembling and assembling oil pump → Oil pump, disassembling and assembling .
Checking oil pressure and oil pressure switch → Oil pressure and oil pressure switch, checking .