944 S L4-2479cc 2.5L DOHC (1987)
Mount front axle cross member. Center front axle cross member before tightening mounting bolts to 85 Nm.
Note: Lift front axle cross member with an universal transmission jack, e.g. Hahn Metallbau GmbH, Ringstr. 12-18, 7012 Fellbach, or some other
suitable lifting fixture to be able to insert the bolts.
3.
Install mounting nuts and bolts for hydraulic engine mounts, but do not tighten.
4.
Remove Special Tool VW 10 - 222 or VW 10 - 222 A.
Connect plug on air flow sensor and vent hose on air cleaner.
5.
Tighten self-locking mounting nuts in the order given below.
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Hydraulic engine mount to front axle cross member.
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Hydraulic engine mount to engine brackets.
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Universal joint to steering gear.
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Use new self-locking nuts and torque to 30 Nm.
6.
Cars with power steering:
Secure return line and, if applicable, brake pad wear indicator wire on side member.
7.
Mount right engine mount shield, stabilizer and splash guard.
Tightening torque for stabilizer to body and control arms: 23 Nm.
Connect ground lead on battery.
