1996 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Third generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1993.1–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1993.1–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 74 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 GTI 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1992.8–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
| 1.8 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1993.1–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1993.1–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Alternator | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCarburetion
| Injection hoses | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters 1Y engines | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AAZ engines | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEY engines | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection pump | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection pump pulley
expand_moreOne-part injection pump pulley
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters 1Y engines | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AAZ engines | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| All other engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Two-part injection pump pulley | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump pulley | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ABF engines | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ABU engines
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AEX engines
expand_moreNuts
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Valve cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8)
expand_moreM7
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8)
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| Oil thread. | |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 144.56 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 144.56 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 144.56 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.8 VR6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 172 HP engine (1992.1–1997.8)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more2.9 VR6 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline vr-6 2.9 L 188 HP engine (1994.10–1997.8)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. Apply grease on bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Crankshaft pulley | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFlywheel
| On pressure plate (M7) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Gradually tighten screws crosswise. | |
expand_moreOn crankshaft (M10)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreMain bearing
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.8 VR6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 172 HP engine (1992.1–1997.8)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more2.9 VR6 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline vr-6 2.9 L 188 HP engine (1994.10–1997.8)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreVibration damper
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 D with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 64 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 63 HP at 4200 RPM, 124 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TD,GTD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 74 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.4–1997.8)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine control
| Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
| 1.9 D with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 64 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 63 HP at 4200 RPM, 124 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1995.7–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TD,GTD with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 74 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.4–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 GTI 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1992.8–1997.8) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 VR6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 172 HP engine (1992.1–1997.8) | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.9 VR6 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline vr-6 2.9 L 188 HP engine (1994.10–1997.8) | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreChain tensioner
| 2.8 VR6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 172 HP engine (1992.1–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1995.7–1997.8)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 89 HP engine (1993.1–1997.8)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 74 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 GTI 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1992.8–1997.8)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 54 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 59 HP engine (1991.10–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 74 HP engine (1992.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 D with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 64 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8)
| With semi-automatic tensioning roller | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 63 HP at 4200 RPM, 124 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1995.7–1997.8)
| With semi-automatic tensioning roller | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.4–1997.8)
| With semi-automatic tensioning roller | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8)
| With semi-automatic tensioning roller | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 GTI 16V with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1992.8–1997.8)
| With semi-automatic tensioning roller | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ADY engines | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil filter housing
| All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 2.8 Liters AAA engines | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil sump
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (1HX1) with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.4–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1993.9–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8)
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters 2E engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AGG engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AKR engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| ADY engine | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.9 VR6 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline vr-6 2.9 L 188 HP engine (1994.10–1997.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreGlow plugs
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters 1Y engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AAZ engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEY engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Knock sensor | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust system
| Exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
| 2.0 Syncro (1HX1) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1995.8–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1991.11–1997.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 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
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Diagnostic Values
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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