1981 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Intake manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection nozzle (injector) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 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 |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
| M12 | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
| Crankshaft pulley | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Main bearing | 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° |
| All other modifications | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard at the bottom | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil drain plug | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter housing | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Glow plugs | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Spark plugs | 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 1981 Volkswagen Polo 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
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Doing basic service for your 1981 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1981 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations
In 1981 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Polo Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.