Bolts and nuts
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Volkswagen GTI, 1998 Volkswagen GTI, 1997 Volkswagen GTI, 1996 Volkswagen GTI, and 1995 Volkswagen GTI. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Loosen and tighten all cover and housing fasteners in a diagonal sequence
- Especially sensitive parts such as clutch pressure plates must not be distorted. Loosen and tighten fasteners evenly in stages, in a diagonal sequence
- Tightening torque specifications are valid only for unoiled bolts and nuts
- Always replace self-locking bolts and nuts