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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003NEW BEETLE (1C1) L4-2.0L (BDC)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINETIMING COMPONENTSTIMING COVER
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (BDC)
Timing Cover
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (BDC)SECTION Timing Cover
Timing Cover
^ Cut off tube nozzle at front marking (nozzle approximately 3 mm diameter).
^ Apply silicone sealing compound, as shown, to clean sealing surface of sealing flange.
^ Thickness of sealant bead (arrows): 2...3 mm
Note:
^ Before applying sealing bead, cover the oil seal with a clean cloth.
^ The sealing compound bead must not be thicker, otherwise excessive sealing compound will enter the oil pan and may block the oil suction pipe strainer.
^ Note the use-by-date of the sealant.
^ The sealing flange must be installed within 5 minutes of applying the silicone sealing compound.
^ Use guide sleeve T10053/1 to fit sealing flange with the oil seal already installed.
^ The sealant must be allowed to cure for approximately 30 minutes after installing the oil pan. After this time the engine may be filled with engine oil.
^ Install sealing flange immediately and lightly tighten all bolts.
^ Tighten sealing flange securing bolts using alternate sequence.
Tightening torque: 15 Nm
^ Remove excess sealing compound.
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.