2000 Volkswagen Passat Unsure

Tiny
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  • 2000 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
  • 2.8L
  • V6
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 176,000 MILES
Car was overheating decided to change thermostat, timing belt had to be removed, I was being careless and didn't mark where they should have stayed and now I'm sure its out of time and need to know where it should be and how to put it back in time so I do not bend a valve.
Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 7:06 PM

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Tiny
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I have attached the cam marks and the cam holding tool pic. The crank will need to be at TDC. Please keep in mind, this process requires special tooling.
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Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 7:49 PM
Tiny
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So they can only go one way? Is there any kind of cycle? Man I feel really bad for not being able to donate!
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Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 8:27 PM
Tiny
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As long as you follow the diagram, you should be fine. Don't worry about the donation. I just hope I can help.
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Saturday, August 15th, 2015 AT 8:30 PM
Tiny
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At tdc piston 3 should be up? It says in book. Also if the left camshaft was turned more than the right does that affect anything?
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Sunday, August 16th, 2015 AT 9:32 AM
Tiny
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Cams must be aligned. They make a tool that holds the cams in place.
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Monday, August 17th, 2015 AT 1:23 PM
Tiny
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Not sure if it's off a tooth or not but it runs good.
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Monday, August 17th, 2015 AT 1:39 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for all your help ! Have a blessed day
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Monday, August 17th, 2015 AT 1:40 PM
Tiny
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If it runs good, you nailed it. Even one tooth off will make it run poorly, if at all. Good job.

Let me know if you need help in the future.

Joe
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Monday, August 17th, 2015 AT 6:59 PM
Tiny
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Joe, I sent his comment about the cams not being aligned. If camshaft holder tool isn't installed and cam timing gets thrown off, what should I do to put or get the can timing back to top dead center?
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Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 12:43 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Is the vehicle a 2000 Passat V6? Also, let me know exactly what you need to do. If you plan to time the engine, you will the alignment tool.

Let me know.

Joe
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Monday, October 10th, 2022 AT 7:12 PM

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