I have a 1.8 TSI and have been worrying about my timing chain due to countless posts on the issue.

 

I've just checked the timings using VCDS checking Camshaft adjustment and I've has these results.

 

  720 /min  Engine Speed (G28)
  14.3 %  Engine Load 
  -2.01°  Phase Position Bank 1 Intake
       

19:06:44 Group 091: Camshaft Adjustment (Bank 1 Intake)
  720 /min  Engine Speed (G28)
  5.9 %  Cam. Adjustment Intake Bank 1
  38.0°KW  Cam. Adjustment Intake B1 (spec.)
  38.0°KW  Cam. Adjustment Intake B1 (act.)

19:06:44 Group 094: Camshaft Adjustment (Intake)
  720 /min  Engine Speed (G28)
  38.0°KW  Cam. Adjustment Intake B1 (act.)
  System OK  Cam. Adj. Test Bank 1 Intake
       
Everything kind of looks okay but out of everything I've seen online I've never seen Cam Adjustment at 38°KW I'm not knowledgeable enough to know what this figure means but most online seem to have around the 28°KW.

 

My engine was up to temp and at idle although the 38 °KW stayed the same cold or warm. 

 

I have a feeling i'm worrying about nothing but any help would be appreciated to put my mind to rest,

 

Cheers

18 hours ago, Ididit99 said:

-2.01°  Phase Position Bank 1 Intake

That is the measurement block that I see referenced usually as an indication of stretch/ replace +/- 4 degrees plus..  There is also a plug on the timing casing cover with a mirror you can get a look to see how far then tensioner is extended.  

 

Has you chain or tensioner ever been replaced?

 

Refer this thread with some discussion.

 

 

 

 

Edited 7 April, 20215 yr by TheClient