Volkswagen Golf R 2014 User Manual

VW Golf & GTI Quick Reference Specication Book • January 2014 i
2014 Volkswagen Golf, GTI, & Golf R
Quick Reference Specification Book
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information ...................................................... 1
Decimal and Metric Equivalents ...........................................1
Distance/Length .................................................................... 1
Tightening Torque .................................................................2
Nm-to-lb·ft (ft·lb) ...................................................................2
Nm-to-lb·in (in·lb), kg·cm ......................................................3
N·cm-to-lb·in (in·lb), kg·cm ...................................................3
kg·cm-to-lb·in (in·lb), N·cm ...................................................4
Warnings and Cautions ........................................................4
WARNINGS ..........................................................................4
CAUTIONS ...........................................................................7
Vehicle Identication ..................................................... 9
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN) Location ..........................9
VIN Decoder ..........................................................................10
VIN on Longitudinal Member Extension ................................ 11
Vehicle Data Label ................................................................. 12
Sales Codes ................................................................. 13
Engine Codes ........................................................................13
Transmission Codes ..............................................................13
Vehicle Lifting .............................................................. 14
Hoist and Jack Mounting Points .........................................14
Front ......................................................................................14
Rear .......................................................................................15
CHASSIS
Suspension, Wheels, Steering ................................... 16
Front Suspension ...............................................................16
Subframe, Stabilizer Bar and Control Arms Overview ...........16
Left Front Level Control System Sensor Assembly
Overview .........................................................................19
Wheel Bearing Assembly Overview ...................................... 20
Suspension Strut Assembly Overview ...................................22

Volkswagen Golf R 2014 Specifications

General

Brand	Volkswagen
Model	Golf R 2014
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

General Information

Tightening Torque

Specifications for tightening various vehicle fasteners.

Warnings and Cautions

Important safety warnings and operational precautions.

Vehicle Identification

VIN Location and Decoder

Details on finding and interpreting the Vehicle Identification Number.

Vehicle Lifting

Hoist and Jack Mounting Points

Correct points for safely lifting the vehicle.

Brake System

Front Brakes Overview

Rear Brakes Overview

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Components and operation of the ABS system.

Electrical System

Battery, Starter, Generator