1983 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback First generation second facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Intake manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection nozzle (injector) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Valve cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| M9 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CR engines | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CY engines | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
| M12 | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| M14 | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters JK engines | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
| Crankshaft pulley | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CR engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CY engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters JK engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Main bearing | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters DX engines | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters EM engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters FN engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters FP engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters GF engines | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters JJ engines | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard at the bottom | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard at the top | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt tensioning roller | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil drain plug | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil sump | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Glow plugs | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Spark plugs | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1983 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
Conquer your fears and never give up!
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Golf Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1983 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1983 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback generations
In 1983 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Golf Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.