1979 Volkswagen Transporter Van engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


1.6 with gasoline boxer-4 1.6 L 50 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection nozzle (injector)	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head


Camshaft bearing	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline boxer-4 2.0 Liters CU engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline boxer-4 2.0 Liters CU.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreRocker bridge


All Volkswagen gasoline boxer-4 2.0 Liters CU engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline boxer-4 2.0 Liters CV engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_more1.6 with gasoline boxer-4 1.6 L 50 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°


2.0 with gasoline boxer-4 2.0 L 68 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline boxer-4 2.0 L 68 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_more1.6 with gasoline boxer-4 1.6 L 50 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	180°180°180°


All other modifications	258.15 lbf⋅ft258.15 lbf⋅ft350 N⋅m


Crankshaft pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more1.6 with gasoline boxer-4 1.6 L 50 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


2.0 with gasoline boxer-4 2.0 L 68 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline boxer-4 2.0 L 68 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Volkswagen gasoline boxer-4 1.6 Liters CT engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Toothed belt tensioning roller	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Oil sump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Glow plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


1.6 with gasoline boxer-4 1.6 L 50 HP engine (1979.5–1982.12)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1979 Volkswagen Transporter Van 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.

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