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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999CABRIO (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSPISTON
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Piston
1999 Volkswagen Cabrio (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Piston
Piston
Piston dimensions
Piston and cylinder dimensions 07.95 1)
1) Flat top Piston with center combustion chamber recess
Piston and cylinder dimensions 08.95-07.96 1)
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1) Stepped piston crown with valve relief, installed in some m.y. 1996 vehicles.
2) Dimension stamped on piston crown. Add 0.015 mm (0.0006 in.) for actual diameter including phosphate layer.
Piston and cylinder dimensions 08.95 -> 1)
1) Flat top Piston with center combustion chamber recess
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.