VW Transporter T5 2.5 TDi PD camshaft kit

VW T5 2.5 TDI Camshaft Kit for Transporter Multivan and Touareg

We supply this camshaft kit for the five cylinder VW 2.5 TDI PD engines fitted to the Transporter T5, Multivan and Touareg. You recieve your chosen camshaft with 12 bearing shells, 10 FAI black top lifters, replacement bolts, injector seals and the gaskets listed below.

Choose a GT Automotive chilled cast or billet camshaft. We also offer a HEwerk nitrided billet steel camshaft made in Germany. Nitriding hardens the steel surface and gives this option the dark finish shown in the photos. Select the camshaft type and engine version from the menu. If you dont see the mensioned option then that camshaft type is probebly out of stock.

Engine codes and camshaft selection

All the engines listed here have a capacity of 2461cc. Match your engine code to the camshaft reference rather than choosing by engine size alone.

For BAC, BLK and BLJ select the option without the rocker cover gasket. The separate gasket supplied with the other applicable kits isnt required for these engines.

If you are unsure which option you need please use our contact form. Send your engine code with your UK registration number or 17 digit VIN so we can check it for you. If the nitrided camshaft is missing from the menu its currently unavailable.

What comes with the kit

• 1 camshaft in your selected specification and engine version
• 2 Glyco camshaft bearing shells
• 10 Kolbenschmidt camshaft bearing shells
• 10 FAI hydraulic lifters with hardened black tops. Reference BFS101S
• 18 camshaft cap bolts. References 038103714 and 038103714G
• 10 rocker shaft bolts. Reference 038103714A
• 5 injector retaining bolts. Reference 070103385A
• 1 camshaft gear bolt. Its included although the main photo doesnt show it
• 16 valve cover bolts with rubber grommets
• Injector seal kit
• End cap also called the camshaft plug or bung seal
• Genuine OE diamond washer
• Reinz or Elring intake manifold gasket set depending on stock
• Rocker cover gasket for the applicable engine option. Elring or another aftermarket brand for AXD engines

The STD size bearings comes in two boxes. You receive 2 Glyco shells and 10 Kolbenschmidt shells for a total of 12. All our T5 camshaft kits use the hardened black top FAI lifters.

The photo below shows the kit without the rocker cover gasket.

Optional extras

The full vacuum pump gasket set is available seperately. Its not included in the standard kit but you can opt it in.

The camshaft locking tool shown below is also an optional extra.

Camshaft and component photos

These photos show the available camshaft types and kit components. Your selected option determines which camshaft and rocker cover gasket you receive.

The HEwerk nitrided billet option is shown below.

Before fitting

On the T5 you need to remove the intake manifold to reach the rocker cover. Some manifold bolts are awkward to get at so allow time for access. Follow the Volkswagen procedure for moving the front radiator assembly into the service position where required. Support the engine as specified if an engine mount needs releasing.

This engine uses a gear driven camshaft. Setting the timing also involves setting the backlash between the camshaft gear and the adjustable intermediate gear. Have the correct timing and holding tools ready before starting. Dont use a timing locator to take the tightening load unless the workshop procedure specifies it.

Keep the bolts in labelled groups as you remove them. Some differ only slightly in length. Check your tools fit before dismantling and take care around the end covers to avoid damaging the sealing faces.

While the injectors are out have their bores checked as well as the seals. In a BPC repair account on VWWatercooled the owner reported persistent misfires after fitting rebuilt injectors and a new tandem pump. A later inspection revealed wear marks in the injector bores. New seals alone may not seal against a worn bore.

Investigate any suspected diesel contamination in the oil before finishing the repair. A billet or nitrided camshaft wont correct an injector leak or wear in the cylinder head.

Renew the required injector seals and fixings. Check injector seating and alignment and complete the injector rocker adjustment after fitting the camshaft. If the fuel system has been opened follow the specified priming procedure before starting. The same BPC owner initially reported a dry fuel filter and no firing after repeated cranking.

Use the Volkswagen workshop procedure for your engine code for tightening sequences, torque settings, gear backlash and timing. Complete the prescribed manual rotation and timing checks and remove all setting tools before starting the engine.