expand_more2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 18
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11), Screws 1 – 18.
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
First stage
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_more2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
First stage
Screw in screw(s) by hand.
M8
Second stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
M11. Screws must be replaced.
Third stage
90°90°90°
M11
Fourth stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M8
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_more1.8 T Syncro with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.11–2000.8)
expand_moreAUG and AWT engines
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Otherwise
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Camshaft adjuster
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.8–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
All other modifications
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Control drive timing chain slip rail
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Deflection pulley screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Deflection pulley screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
All other modifications
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Oil pump drive chain tensioner
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreToothed belt guard
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 T Syncro with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.11–2000.8)
AUG and AWT engines
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
expand_moreOtherwise
expand_moreVariant 1
Nuts (M6)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws (M8)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreVariant 2
Screws (M6)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws on the engine block
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
expand_moreVariant 1
Nuts (M6)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws (M8)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreVariant 2
Screws (M6)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws on the engine block
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreToothed belt tightener
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1996.8–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
2.8 V6 with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.8–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil drain plug
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreOil filter housing
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M8
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
Oil filter cover
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On the engine block
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pump
expand_more1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Oil pump chain wheel
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M10
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOil sump top part
At the gearbox
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Oil sump lower part
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Glow plugs
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreLambda sensor
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket on the engine block
1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_more2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
Left
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Right
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
At the subframe
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
On engine bracket
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn chassis
expand_moreM8
Without ribbing
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Ribbed screw head
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Ribbed screw head and plate.
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
M10
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreM12
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_more2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP, 280 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
At the subframe
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On engine sump
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
On engine sump
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
1.8 T Syncro with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.11–2000.8)
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Seals and nuts must be replaced.
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Catalytic converter bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust manifold
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Exhaust manifold heat shields
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP, 140 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 Syncro/4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP, 168 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
Clamps
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP, 210 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
Front
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Rear
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
Front
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Rear
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel lines
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
2.3 VR5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1996.10–2000.11)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
Starter
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
M12
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 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.
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 Passat Sedan 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 1996 Volkswagen Passat Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1996 Volkswagen Passat Sedan generations
In 1996 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Passat Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.
