1979 Volkswagen Passat Hatchback B1 facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Valve cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| 1.5 D with diesel straight-4 1.5 L 50 HP engine (1977.8–1980.7) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.5 D with diesel straight-4 1.5 L 50 HP engine (1977.8–1980.7) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil drain plug | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil sump | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Spark plugs | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1979 Volkswagen Passat 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
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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