04 A4 3.0 HELP, timing from scratch

[rZie1234]

Hello all I took on a project from another person who started a timing belt job, and couldn’t finish it. So I’m finishing it.. with that being said I need help setting base timing on this engine because I pretty much can’t rely and the last person for info and I’m not trying to do this twice.. so I have cams locked with special tools(they should only fit one way correct? Meaning I can’t have the cams 180 off from each other), im also having difficulties finding how to set the crank at TDC.
I see there is a mark on the front cover, but I can’t get the crank lock pin to go into a position that ACTUALLY locks the crank into place.

I hope someone can give me some advice because I’m lost right now

[rZie1234]

Note: I have cyl3 @ tdc, cams locked, crank pulley lines up with timing mark on cover, crank doesn’t lock with pin


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[john_gonzo]

Correct, the 3.0 cam lock tools fit on the camshafts only one way. The cam "flat" where the tool fits is thicker on one side.

For the crank, try using a breaker bar and socket to turn the crank a few degrees off the cover timing mark. I find it easiest to do this from underneath so I can move crank, try lock pin, move crank, try lock pin... If the timing belt is installed then all four camshaft bolts should be loose (so the crankshaft can move).

[EuroxS4]

This engine should have a crank pin you screw into the block on the drivers side underneath. Good luck and may god have mercy on your soul.