Using dial gauge bracket -VW 387- and dial gauge -VAS 6079-, this page covers checking Volkswagen Golf Mk7 valve guides — insert the valve so its stem end is flush with the guide before measuring.
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Insert valve in guide. Valve stem end must be flush with
guide. Due to the differing stem diameters, only use inlet
valves with inlet valve guides and exhaust valves with exhaust
valve guides. |
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If the wear limit is exceeded, repeat the measurement with
new valves. |
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Renew cylinder head if wear limit is still exceeded. |
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| Valve guides cannot be exchanged. |
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Check for scoring on valve stems and valve seat surfaces. |
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Exchange valve if significant scoring can be seen. |
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Questions & answers
Checking valve guides — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I check Golf Mk7 1.4 TSI valve guides?
Measure valve stem wobble at the guide exit with a dial gauge. If the radial play exceeds the specification, the guide must be renewed.
Note
Inlet and exhaust valves must not be reworked. Only
lapping-in is permitted.
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