Volkswagen Corrado (1993 year). Manual - part 73

 

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Volkswagen Corrado (1993 year). Manual - part 73

 

 

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2.8L IN-LINE V6 (VR6) 

         1992-93 ENGINE
         Volkswagen 2.8L 6-Cylinder

         1992-93 Corrado SLC, 1993 Passat

         * PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *

NOTE:    For engine repair procedures not covered in this article,
         see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article
         in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

         ENGINE IDENTIFICATION

         Engine identification number is stamped on a machined pad, on
front of the cylinder block. See Fig. 1. The engine code is also
listed on a sticker attached to the timing belt cover and the vehicle
identification located in luggage compartment.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES TABLE

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Application                                      Engine Code

2.8L VR6 (1) ..........................................  AAA

(1) - An "in-line" V6. See Fig. 7 for cylinder
      arrangement.

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Fig. 1:  Locating Engine Identification Number
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.

2.8L IN-LINE V6 (VR6) 

         HYDRAULIC LIFTER TEST

         To determine weak or noisy lifter, position camshaft lobe
high point upward. Using a piece of wood, push lifter down. See
Fig. 2. If lifter moves down more than .004" (.10 mm), replace lifter.
If lifter moves less than .004" (.10 mm), lifter is okay. Repeat
procedure for remaining lifters.

CAUTION:  If lifter is replaced, allow 30 minutes for lifter to bleed
          down before starting engine.

Fig. 2:  Measuring Lifter Clearance
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.

         REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

         FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE

         Remove fuel pump relay. Fuel pump relay is the lower right
relay located in fuse/relay panel. Crank engine for 5 seconds.
Reinstall fuel pump relay.

         ENGINE

NOTE:    Engine is removed with transaxle attached.

         Removal
         1) Obtain radio code. Turn ignition off and wait 20 seconds.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air cleaner assembly.
Install 8.0 mm bolt in belt tensioner hole and remove service belt.
See Fig. 3.
         2) On manual transmission models, disconnect clutch slave
cylinder. On all models, remove power steering pump and attach to
body. Remove radiator, front lock support and front bumper. Drain

2.8L IN-LINE V6 (VR6) 

Fig. 3:  Releasing Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.

         3) Label and disconnect electrical wiring and vacuum hoses.
Disconnect throttle, cruise and kickdown linkage (if equipped). Remove
air duct from intake manifold. Attach Engine Sling (2024A). See
Fig. 4.
         4) Disconnect drive axle from transaxle. See FWD AXLE SHAFTS
article in DRIVE AXLES. Disconnect exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold.
Raise engine and transaxle out of vehicle.

         Installation
         Reverse removal procedure to complete installation. Use NEW
self-locking nuts and coolant. Ensure engine mounts are installed to
original location. Align all engine supports with mount bushings
before tightening mount bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article.

Fig. 4:  Attaching Engine Sling
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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