Volkswagen  2.8L VR6 6-Cylinder Golf, GTI, Jetta Manual
Volkswagen  2.8L VR6 6-Cylinder Golf, GTI, Jetta Manual

Volkswagen 2.8L VR6 6-Cylinder Golf, GTI, Jetta Manual

2.8l vr6 6-cylinder engine

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ARTICLE BEGINNING
1999-2000 ENGINES
Volkswagen 2.8L VR6 6-Cylinder
Golf, GTI, Jetta
* 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 pulley side of the valve cover and
the vehicle identification sticker located in the luggage compartment.
ENGINE CODES
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Application
2.8L VR6
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2.8L VR6
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Fig. 1:
Locating Engine Identification Number
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
ADJUSTMENTS
VALVE CLEARANCE
Engine is equipped with hydraulic lifters. Adjustment is not
necessary.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE:
See TROUBLE SHOOTING - BASIC PROCEDURES article in the
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING section.
2.8L VR6
Article Text
Code
AAA
AFP

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  • Page 1 2.8L VR6 Article Text This file passed thru Volkswagen Technical Site - http://volkswagen.msk.ru ARTICLE BEGINNING 1999-2000 ENGINES Volkswagen 2.8L VR6 6-Cylinder Golf, GTI, Jetta * 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.
  • Page 2: Engine Removal

    Fig. 2: Releasing Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. 3) Label and disconnect all electrical wiring, control cables, coolant hoses and vacuum hoses from engine/transaxle assembly. Disconnect throttle, cruise and kickdown linkage (if equipped). Remove air duct from intake manifold.
  • Page 3: Engine Installation

    Align all engine supports with mount bushings before tightening mount bolts. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Fig. 3: Attaching Engine Sling Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. INTAKE & EXHAUST MANIFOLD Removal and installation procedure is not available from manufacturer. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. CYLINDER HEAD Removal (GTI &...
  • Page 4: Cylinder Head Removal (Golf & Jetta - Afp Engine)

    Fig. 4: Identifying 2.8L VR6 Cylinder Head (GTI & Jetta - AAA Engine) Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. 2) Remove camshaft position sensor, "O" ring and spacer ring. Remove bracket for 42-pin connector and water pump. Remove ignition coil, chain tensioner and seal. Remove camshaft sprocket cover. Remove cylinder head bolts in reverse order of installation.
  • Page 5 Fig. 5: Identifying 2.8L VR6 Cylinder Head (Golf & Jetta - AFP Engine) Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Inspection Thoroughly clean all gasket mating surfaces. Check cylinder head for warpage. Maximum warpage is .004" (.10 mm). Check minimum...
  • Page 6: Cylinder Head Installation

    (4 steps) to specification. See Fig. 7 . See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Fig. 6: Sealing Cylinder Head 3-mm Holes Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Fig. 7: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
  • Page 7: Timing Chain

    Fig. 8: Installing Crankshaft Oil Seal Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. TIMING CHAIN Removal 1) Removal and installation procedure is not available from manufacturer. Ensure crankshaft is aligned at TDC. Remove transaxle and bellhousing assembly. Remove torque converter or clutch assembly (as applicable).
  • Page 8 Fig. 10: Exploded View Of Timing Chain & Related Components Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Installation Leave Camshaft Guide (3268) installed. Ensure crankshaft is aligned at TDC. See Figs. 11or 12. Ensure intermediate shaft is correctly aligned. See Fig. 13. Install timing chain on sprockets.
  • Page 9 Fig. 12: Aligning Crankshaft At TDC (Golf & Jetta - AFP Engine) Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Fig. 13: Aligning Intermediate Shaft At TDC Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. CAMSHAFT...
  • Page 10: Camshaft

    30 minutes for lifters to bleed down before starting engine. Otherwise valves may come in contact with pistons. Fig. 14: Installing Camshafts Into Cylinder Head Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. VALVE LIFTERS Removal & Installation Remove camshaft. See CAMSHAFT. Remove valve lifters from cylinder head.
  • Page 11 Removal (GTI & Jetta - AAA Engine) 1) Obtain radio security code. Turn ignition off and wait for 20 seconds. Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Disconnect front exhaust pipe from catalytic converter. 2) Install 8-mm bolt in belt tensioner hole and remove drive belt.
  • Page 12 1.34 (34.1) ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ Fig. 15: Measuring Installed Valve Height Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Valves Measure valve length, stem diameter and valve margin. If not within specification, replace valves. Lap valves by hand or replace as necessary. See VALVES table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
  • Page 13: Cylinder Block Assembly

    See Fig. 17. Rod cap bolts and nuts must be replaced after removing or loosening. Fig. 17: Assembling Piston & Rod Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. 2) Mark piston in relation to pin. Remove circlips from ends of pin bore. Use Piston Pin Replacer/Installer (VW 222A) to remove and ø...
  • Page 14 See THRUST BEARING. Fig. 18: Exploded View Of Crankshaft Assembly Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc. Thrust Bearing Insert feeler gauge between No. 5 main bearing and crankshaft thrust face to measure end play. See Fig. 18. Replace thrust bearing as necessary.
  • Page 15 To install, reverse removal procedure. Inspection Check oil pump housing, gears and pressure relief valve for damage or excessive wear. See Fig. 19. Repair or replace as an assembly. Fig. 19: Oil Pump Assembly Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
  • Page 16: Torque Specifications

    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m) A/C Bracket-To-Engine Bolt ........ 18 (25) Axle Shaft-To-Transaxle Drive Flange Bolt ....33 (45) Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt ......... 15 (20) Camshaft Sprocket Bolt ........74 (100) Connecting Rod Bolt Step 1 ..........
  • Page 17: General Specifications

    (1) - Never reuse cylinder head bolt(s) when servicing. (2) - Tighten bolt to 89 INCH lbs. (10 N.m). ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ Application Specification Displacement ........170 Cu. In. (2.8L) Bore ..........3.19" (81.0 mm) Stroke ..........
  • Page 18 Service Limit ........0039 (.100) Side Clearance Standard ........ .001-.003 (.02-.07) Service Limit ........006 (.15) No. 2 End Gap Standard ........ .008-.016 (.20-.40) Service Limit ........0039 (.100) Side Clearance Standard ........ .001-.003 (.02-.07) Service Limit ........006 (.15) No.
  • Page 19: Cylinder Head

    ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ CYLINDER HEAD CYLINDER HEAD ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ Application Specification Cylinder Head Height (Minimum) ....5.492" (139.5 mm) Maximum Warpage ........0039" (.100 mm) Valve Seats Intake Valve ø Seat Angle ..........Seat Width ......055-.079" (1.4-2.0 mm) Exhaust Valve ø Seat Angle ..........

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