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What is this 'hole' in the engine

  • 16-04-2017 9:01pm
    #1
    Jim79
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 221 ✭✭


    I was looking into the engine of a 00 VW Bora and saw this (please see photo's)
    It is in the area of the gearbox. The redness is rust.

    The car has begun to drive very slowly with V poor acceleration. I suspect the clutch is close to its end.

    Can any one tell me what is below the opening?
    also am i right about the clutch coming to the end of its life


Comments

  • #2
    Stoolbend
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,286 ✭✭✭Stoolbend


    That's just an inspection hole for setting the timing.


  • #3
    Jim79
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 221 ✭✭Jim79


    should it be plugged?

    what is the consequence of it not being plugged?


  • #4
    Stoolbend
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,286 ✭✭✭Stoolbend


    It should be plugged.

    Most aren't.

    There's always a risk that a bolt or small socket could fall down there.


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