VW Touareg 7L Audi A6 C6 Exhaust Camshaft 3.0 TDI Cylinders 4-6 59109021EE

VW Touareg 7L Audi A6 C6 Exhaust Camshaft 3.0 TDI Cylinders 4-6 is an original component from the Camshafts group, designed for the right cylinder head of the 3.0 TDI diesel engine. This used OEM part ensures factory cam geometry, which translates into correct valve timing and stable operation of the engine in the cylinder 4–6 range.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 059109021EE
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 059109021EE
• Substitutable numbers: 059109021EE, 059 109 021 EE
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Camshafts

Purpose and function of the camshaft

The presented camshaft is dedicated to the 3.0 TDI engine used in Volkswagen Touareg 7L and Audi A6 C6 models, for the cylinder 4–6 area on the right side. It is responsible for the precise control of valve opening and closing phases, which is crucial for achieving proper cylinder filling with the air-fuel mixture and efficient exhaust gas discharge.

By maintaining the original cam profile characteristics, the camshaft works with the factory timing system, minimizing the risk of incorrect valve clearance, power loss, or rough idling. This solution is particularly important in V6 TDI engines, where the synchronization accuracy of both cylinder heads affects the overall engine refinement.

Construction, placement, and compatibility

The camshaft is designed for installation on the right side of the engine, in the cylinder head serving cylinders 4–6. Such placement requires compliance with the factory oil channel layout, plain bearings, and cooperating elements such as valve tappets and rocker arms.

The original Volkswagen origin ensures the appropriate material hardness, resistance to frictional wear, and fitment with stock timing components. This facilitates installation for the mechanic – there is no need for modifications to seats, bearings, or additional fitting of the element.

Practical application and benefits of installation

The use of this camshaft is particularly justified in cases of:

• excessive cam wear manifesting as power loss or metallic noises from the cylinder head area,
• repairs after lubrication system failure, which could have led to accelerated timing wear,
• comprehensive 3.0 TDI engine regeneration in VW Touareg 7L and Audi A6 C6 models.

Choosing a used, original camshaft allows for maintaining the factory engine operating parameters while optimizing repair costs. This solution is often preferred in professional workshops specializing in V6 TDI engine service, where both durability and compliance with manufacturer documentation are essential.

Professional approach to timing repair

When replacing the camshaft, it is recommended to simultaneously check the condition of cooperating elements – tappets, rocker arms, valve guides, and the lubrication system. Correct installation, while adhering to tightening torques and manufacturer procedures, reduces the risk of repeated timing intervention and ensures stable engine operation over a long service life.

For users interested in a broader context of timing system repairs and the selection of used OEM parts, a guide on BMW engines may be helpful, discussing typical wear symptoms and the approach to component replacement – details can be found in the article BMW N47 timing chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.

Service expansion within Volkswagen camshafts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional camshafts, valve control elements, or cooperating timing components, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Camshafts category.