[Vwdiesel] AC pivot bolt

[Kenneth E. Oldrid]

This bolt seems to be a common problem. My 91 ecodiesel came with that bolt
half-way out. I tried to crank it back in, but the threads were damaged due to
the AC jumping around loose. I replaced the bolt, which worked its way out
completley! Replaced the bolt again, and it seemed to be fine for a couple
thousand miles. The new owner mentioned his battery died on a trip. I'm
guessing that bolt loosened up enough that the alternator belt became loose. Is
there a special type of washer that could help out in this high vibration
environment?

Ken



> Which one? Is that the 8 MM allen headed one? There
> are two, both the same. I just bought them from the VW
> dealer for '85 Jetta TD #2 in traction (they were in
> stock!) (about $3.00 each?). I can even tell you the
> thread pitch since I just installed a threaded insert
> for one and tapped the hole where the other broke off
> in the bracket. These look as if they can be gotten
> from the hardware store too. I think a spring washer
> goes under the head too. Then there are about two to
> four other bolts that hold the compressor in place. I
> have them out too. I am not at home, where the bolts
> are and Jetta #2 is, but should be Friday, but no
> computer is there. So let me know if you want me to
> find out and I can reply back this weekend.
>
> --Nate
>
> --- Ethan Vos <ethan at forward.ca> wrote:
> > Can someone please tell me the length of the AC
> > compressor pivot bolt?
> > Mine is missing.
> >
> > Ethan
> >
> >
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