These bearings are pretty simple, actually. They sit inside the cylinder head, and they allow the camshaft to spin smoothly. The camshaft controls when the valves open and close, letting air and fuel into the engine and exhaust out. These bearings provide a low – friction surface for that camshaft to rotate on. They’re small, but play a big role. It’s a set because there are multiple bearings – one for each of the camshaft journals. Think of the camshaft as the brain telling the valves what to do. These bearings are the connection allowing that instruction to happen smoothly. Without them functioning properly, everything gets rough. They support the camshaft and keep it properly positioned. It all happens up in the cylinder head, which is where the engine breathes, so it’s a pretty crucial area. Well, these bearings take a beating. Constant rotation, engine heat, oil flow – it all adds up. Over time, they can wear out, become oval shaped, or even start to seize. You’ll notice if they're going bad because you’ll likely get ticking noises from the engine, or even a loss of power. If they fail completely, things can get really expensive because the camshaft itself could get damaged, or even worse. Keeping these in good shape means smooth engine operation and avoiding bigger problems down the road. They really act like a shield protecting more valuable engine components. We carry these regularly at Fixparts Online, and it's something a lot of owners proactively address during engine maintenance to prevent issues. Long-term solution: Camshaft Bearing Set VAG 2.0 TDI (MPN 77685600) is backed by a 12-month warranty!

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