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Engine - Ticking Noises at 1800 to 3200 RPM

Group: 13

Number: 91-02

Date: April 30, 1991

Subject:
Engine ticking noises at 1800 to 3200 RPM

Model(s):
Scirocco with 010 transmission to 1989 m.y.
Golf, Jetta, Cabriolet with 010 transmission to 1990 m.y.

Condition

Engine noise may be amplified by the torque converter drive plate.

Production Change

Modified drive plate introduced:

as of: VIN 1G MW 186 000
15 MK 005 500

Service





Install modified drive plate.

Installation Notes





The distance measurement, (a) of 31.3 mm + 0.7 mm must be achieved by use of the 4.0 mm washer, Part No. 053 105 301A and/or the 1.0 mm shim, Part No. 056 105 303 for item (2), to achieve the required 31.3 + 0.7 mm.

Discard any shims from the old drive plate.

One and only one 1.0 mm shim (1), Part No. 056 105 303, must be used between drive plate and mounting bolts.

^ Torque 30 N-m (22 FT.lb.) + 1/4 (90°) turn





The torque converter bolts, Part No. 087 323 699, must be secured with locking compound, Part No. D 000 600.

^ Torque 35 N-m (26 ft.lb.)

Note
With improved drive plate installed, it is not necessary to install the crankshaft with cross drilled bores or piston rods with inline bores on vehicles produced before:

4/88 VIN 16 JW 704 539
15 JK 024 042
53 JK 015 470

CAUTION
Before removing transmission, set engine to TDC. This ensures alignment of the drive plate to the transmission.

CAUTION
Part numbers are for reference only.
Always check with your Parts Department for latest parts information.

Refer to the Repair Manual Microfiche, Group 13 for removal and installation procedures.