Model year 1988 · Engine & Gearbox Mounts

Engine & Gearbox Mounts

Engine front mount, rear mount, bellhousing-to-block, starter mounting.

7 components 17 distinct torque values 14 engines applicable

Source VW Golf Mk2 Factory Workshop Manual (ELSA) Last updated

Engine & Gearbox Mounts

  • Alternator adjuster
    • 35 Nm (26 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 20 Nm (15 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 26 Nm (19 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Cover plate to transaxle
    • 15 Nm (11 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Engine front mount (to hydraulic mount)
    • 60 Nm (44 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 70 Nm (52 ft·lb) long bolt All 14 engines
    • 35 Nm (26 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 45 Nm (33 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 50 Nm (37 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Engine mount (right rear) to bushing bracket or engine (M8 bolt)
    • 25 Nm (18 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 80 Nm (59 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Engine to transaxle bellhousing M10
    • 45 Nm (33 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 75 Nm (55 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Power steering pump pulley socket-head bolt
    • 20 Nm (15 ft·lb) All 14 engines
  • Starter to bellhousing
    • 20 Nm (15 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 60 Nm (43 ft·lb) All 14 engines
    • 25 Nm (18 ft·lb) All 14 engines

Frequently asked — Engine & Gearbox Mounts 1988

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How tight is the top strut nut?

Every torque value for Engine & Gearbox Mounts 1988 is listed on this page, sourced directly from the VW Golf Mk2 factory workshop manual (ELSA). Use the per-component table above to find the exact figure for your engine variant.

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What is the torque strut mount?

Per the VW Golf Mk2 factory workshop manual, the engine front mount (to hydraulic mount) torques to 60 Nm. Full per-engine variation in the table above.

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What is the torque spec for suspension bolts?

Every torque value for Engine & Gearbox Mounts 1988 is listed on this page, sourced directly from the VW Golf Mk2 factory workshop manual (ELSA). Use the per-component table above to find the exact figure for your engine variant.

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How tight should M6 bolts be?

Every torque value for Engine & Gearbox Mounts 1988 is listed on this page, sourced directly from the VW Golf Mk2 factory workshop manual (ELSA). Use the per-component table above to find the exact figure for your engine variant.

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