Jetta SportWagen L5-2.5L (CBUA) (2009)
Connecting Rod: Removal and Replacement
Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly Overview
1
Bolt, 30 Nm + 90° (1/4 additional turn)
‹› Always replace.
‹› Lubricate the threads and contact surface.
‹› Tighten to 30 Nm to measure radial play, do not rotate further.
2
Pressure relief valve, 27 Nm
‹› Opening pressure: 1.3 to 1.6 bar pressure.
3
Oil spray jet
‹› For piston cooling.
4
Connecting rod bearing cap
‹› Note installation position.
‹› Due to the way the separated connecting rod breaks (cracks), the cap fits only in one position and only on to the respective connecting rod.
‹› Affiliation to the cylinder mark - B -.
‹› Installation position: Markings - A - point to the belt pulley side.