[Vwdiesel] A Question About Terminology and Procedure Order

[Val Christian]

> 
> Hi everybody,
> 	I've got a quick question about some terminology as it
> pertains to our VW diesels:
> 
> 1. When one checks/adjusts the "valve lash", is that the same thing as
> "checking and/or adjusting the valves"?

	Yes.

> 
> 2. Should valve timing be checked/adjusted before doing a valve
> adjustment?  How about before checking/adjusting IP timing?  (In other
> words, could the valve timing being out of spec affect valve
> clearances and/or IP timing?)

	Yes, if you think it might be off.  All timing is interrelated.
	But if you have an older non-hydraulic cylinder head, you can 
	set the lash without the timing being set properly.  Similarily,
	even though it may not make sense, you can set the timing, 
	even though the shims for the valve adjustment may be off.

	While you have the valve cover off, do whatever you need to.

	Val


> 
> Thanks,
> Bryan
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