Golf GTI V6-2792cc 2.8L DOHC (AAA) SFI (1998)
WARNING:
Always replace circlips and self-locking nuts and bolts.
CAUTION: On vehicles equipped with an anti-theft radio, make sure you know the correct radio activation code before disconnecting the battery.
NOTE:
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Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
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Lubricate all bearing and contact surfaces with MoS2 lubricant
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Follow General repair instructions.
COMPONENT NOTES AND INFORMATION
1
Pedal cluster mounting bracket
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Removing: first remove steering column with column tube, refer to Steering and Suspension
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Disconnect brake pedal from push rod of brake master cylinder, refer to Replacement. See:
NOTE:
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Only the new pedal cluster mounting bracket with a clutch cable guide tube -arrow- is available as a replacement part.
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Before installing the new pedal cluster bracket on a vehicle with hydraulic clutch control, the guide tube must be removed.
Saw it off flush with bracket.
2
Self-locking nut
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Always replace
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Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
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For attaching bracket to threaded stud on installation plate
3
Self-locking nut
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Always replace
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Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
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For attaching bracket to threaded studs on vacuum brake booster
4
Self-locking bolt
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Quantity: 2
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Always replace
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Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
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For attaching bracket to assembly support
5
Pivot pin
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For clutch and brake pedals
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Installation position, refer to Fig. 1, below.
6
Securing clip
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Removing/Installing, refer to Replacement. See:
7
Bolt
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Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
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For attaching additional brace (item -9-) to pedal bracket