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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
1.6 D with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 54 HP engine (1979.2–1980.7) 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CR engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters FY engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Valve cover 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CR engines 132.76 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters FY engines 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CR engines 73.76 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.3 Liters FY engines 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Main bearing 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
Camshaft timing gear 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard at the top 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt tensioning roller 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreGlow plugs
1.6 D with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 54 HP engine (1979.2–1980.7) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
1.3 with gasoline straight-4 1.3 L 54 HP engine (1973.5–1980.7) 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 1980 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon 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.

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 Passat Variant Wagon 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 1980 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1980 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

In 1980 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Passat Variant Wagon. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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