Camshaft is in correct position, but crankshaft is not?

2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
100,000 MILES • 4 CYL • TURBO • AUTOMATIC
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JJ VW PASSAT
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I have the vehicle listed above 1.8t.

The timing belt is partly on meaning, it’s on the crankshaft but not around the camshaft.

How can I correctly align the crankshaft with the camshaft before putting the timing belt on?
Mar 21, 2023 at 11:52 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Installing the timing belt requires the following procedure. I attached the directions below. Note there are a few specialized tools shown.

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Mar 21, 2023 at 1:17 PM
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JJ VW PASSAT
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Thank you. This is an example of what I am talking about.
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Mar 22, 2023 at 3:52 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Do you have the timing belt tensioner released? From what I see in the picture, which is normal unless the tensioner is released.

Take a look at pic 5 above.

Let me know.

Joe
Mar 22, 2023 at 11:04 AM
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JJ VW PASSAT
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No, the tensioner is not released. I never release the tensioner when I replaced the VVT.
Thank you by the way.
Mar 22, 2023 at 11:21 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

No problem whatsoever and you are very welcome. Let me know if you are able to release the tensioner and get it together. I'm interested in knowing. Also, let me know if I can help in any way.

Take care,

Joe
Mar 23, 2023 at 9:38 AM
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JJ VW PASSAT
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I will. Thank you by the way.
Mar 28, 2023 at 3:36 AM
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