Engine, disassembling and assembling: Notes
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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.
NOTE:
- If when repairing an engine, metal shavings or large amounts of small metal particles are found in the engine oil, caused 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