1979 Volkswagen Jetta engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection nozzle (injector)	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters GF engines


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters EG engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters FR engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.5 Liters JB engines

expand_moreM8


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


M9	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters EG engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters FR engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters GF engines


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreM14


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.5 Liters JB engines

expand_moreWith Torx-head screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreHexagon screws


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
M14	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m


All other modifications	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m


Crankshaft pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Main bearing	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters EG engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters FR engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters GF engines	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Oil sump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Glow plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1979 Volkswagen Jetta 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.

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Service Intervals

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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 Jetta 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 1979 Volkswagen Jetta you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1979 Volkswagen Jetta First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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