cambelt change - what tools are recommended?

mbames · 29-10-2007, 13:41

I am looking at changing the cambelt on my 110 TDi soon. On reading an article in Car Mechanics (April 2006) it talks about using a 5.5mm drill to lock the injector pump, and the use of a "2 pin wrench" to adjust the pulleys. However no mention is made on how to lock the camshaft.....

I was going to buy a cambelt kit from GSF, along with a new water pump and new aux drive belt, but was hoping to find out what other tools would be a bonus to buy to make the job an easier experience....

Any suggestions / suppliers?

Cheers,
Matt

mbames · 29-10-2007, 13:58

Engine code ASV is that makes any difference....

Lummox · 29-10-2007, 14:10

Technically the camshaft is locked by a plate that fits in the end where the vacuum pump goes. this means removing the cam cover. However Its not normally something I do tbh. I lock the diesel pump pulley in place and mark the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys with paint.

Pump timing should be checked with VAG COM afterwards though.

Tom_vRS · 29-10-2007, 14:12

The camshaft is locked with the drill bit, the fuel pump is driven from the camshaft.

The crankshaft is locked with a special tool that slots over the sproket and a tab sits inside the block locking it into position.

There is also a 2 pronged tool for setting the correct tension, but a 5mm allen key will do the job.

I have all the tools, I'd gladly post them if you promise to return them!!

EDIT - and join freedom!

EDIT again - I guess from what Ross is saying, you haven't got an adjustable cam sprocket like mine with 3 13mm bolts allowing the sprocket to turn independantly of the hub. In that case there is a locking bar/plate that should theoretically be used, but like Ross, I'd be using the old marker fluid myself!

Lummox · 29-10-2007, 14:13

The 110 isnt a PD Tom so its different.

29-10-2007, 13:41	#1
mbames Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Weymouth, Dorset Posts: 1,620 Members Car: Octavia 2001, 110TDi Elegance estate Thanks: 0 Thanked 71 Times in 63 Posts	cambelt change - what tools are recommended? I am looking at changing the cambelt on my 110 TDi soon. On reading an article in Car Mechanics (April 2006) it talks about using a 5.5mm drill to lock the injector pump, and the use of a "2 pin wrench" to adjust the pulleys. However no mention is made on how to lock the camshaft..... I was going to buy a cambelt kit from GSF, along with a new water pump and new aux drive belt, but was hoping to find out what other tools would be a bonus to buy to make the job an easier experience.... Any suggestions / suppliers? Cheers, Matt

29-10-2007, 13:58	#2
mbames Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Weymouth, Dorset Posts: 1,620 Members Car: Octavia 2001, 110TDi Elegance estate Thanks: 0 Thanked 71 Times in 63 Posts	Re: cambelt change - what tools are recommended? Engine code ASV is that makes any difference....

29-10-2007, 14:10	#3
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,458 Members Car: Mk2 Golf GTi 16v and building a 20VT MK2. Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 753 Times in 633 Posts	Re: cambelt change - what tools are recommended? Technically the camshaft is locked by a plate that fits in the end where the vacuum pump goes. this means removing the cam cover. However Its not normally something I do tbh. I lock the diesel pump pulley in place and mark the crankshaft and camshaft pulleys with paint. Pump timing should be checked with VAG COM afterwards though. __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

29-10-2007, 14:12	#4
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 11,542 Members Car: '97R BMW 328i Saloon Thanks: 679 Thanked 433 Times in 310 Posts	Re: cambelt change - what tools are recommended? The camshaft is locked with the drill bit, the fuel pump is driven from the camshaft. The crankshaft is locked with a special tool that slots over the sproket and a tab sits inside the block locking it into position. There is also a 2 pronged tool for setting the correct tension, but a 5mm allen key will do the job. I have all the tools, I'd gladly post them if you promise to return them!! EDIT - and join freedom! EDIT again - I guess from what Ross is saying, you haven't got an adjustable cam sprocket like mine with 3 13mm bolts allowing the sprocket to turn independantly of the hub. In that case there is a locking bar/plate that should theoretically be used, but like Ross, I'd be using the old marker fluid myself! __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green.

29-10-2007, 14:13	#5
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,458 Members Car: Mk2 Golf GTi 16v and building a 20VT MK2. Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 753 Times in 633 Posts	Re: cambelt change - what tools are recommended? The 110 isnt a PD Tom so its different. __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

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