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DMF failure and timing issues?
Does the crank sensor read the flywheel - ie, if the flywheel is worn would it tell cam sensor that the timing is out?
Asked on 20 March 2013 by wilco
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Timing problems is one of the signs of a failing dual mass flywheel, yes.
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