LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Volkswagen >> 1989 >> Fox Base >> Repair and Diagnosis (Single Page) >> Engine Performance >> Remove, Overhaul & Install >> Remove/Install/Overhaul >> Overhaul >> Sensor Plate Free Plate
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Sensor Plate Free Plate

  1. Free play is measured between control piston and adjusting lever. To ensure that Differential Pressure Regulator (DPR) current is 4-16 mA, position of sensor plate lever must be correct. Measure free play on side of sensor cone closest to fuel distributor. See Fig 1 .
  2. Crank starter motor for 10 seconds to develop fuel pressure. Lift sensor plate slightly until resistance is felt. Minimum clearance is any noticeable free play. Maximum clearance is .078" (1.99 mm) up to sensor cone.
  3. If free play clearance is incorrect, remove fuel distributor. Check basic adjustment of sensor plate lever. Install fuel distributor and repeat free play clearance check. If still incorrect, adjust sensor plate clearance with control piston stop screw.
Fig 1: Sensor Plate Free Play
G121530Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.