For 1996 Sharan First generation Volkswagen recommends to use: 7DPK1360, 7PK1290, 6DPK1195, 6PK1125, 6PK1145, 6PK1045, 11.5 x 790, 11.5 x 730, 6PK1195, 6PK1153, 11.5 x 685, 11.5 x 755, 6PK976, and 6PK1033 and genuine OEM consumables with a part number: 6PK890. To select the right part or fluid see the table below.
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Condition
Value
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt size
Figure 1. Auxiliary drive belt size.
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.9–2000.4) See figure 1.
expand_morePrimary belt
Figure 2. Auxiliary drive belt size, 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP, 235 N⋅m engine (1996.9–2000.4), Primary belt.
Check drive belts regularly on your Sharan and replace them if you found any signs of wear or any tears or damages.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan 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 Sharan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
