{"product_id":"n-903-285-02-genuine-vw-audi-m8x16-collared-hex-bolt","title":"N-903-285-02 Genuine VW\/Audi M8x16 Collared Hex Bolt","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGenuine M8×16 collared mounting bolt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe N-903-285-02 Genuine VW\/Audi bolt provides the original collared hex-head attachment for the specific transmission-cover and interior-bracket applications below. Its M8×16 specification identifies a particular fastener rather than a universal mounting bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same hardware number serves different connections. In the listed drivetrain applications it belongs to the original 4-speed automatic final-drive cover arrangement. The separately listed Jetta interior application uses it at the original center-armrest bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: N-903-285-02.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: M8 × 16.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: external hexagon head with integral bearing collar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual bolt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collar and nominal length help maintain original thread engagement and contact geometry. Use the complete factory number and repair procedure for the actual attachment. Additional seals, cover hardware and bracket components are separate parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original fastener is missing after cover or bracket service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreads are damaged or cross-threaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hex head is rounded or the collar is distorted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or mechanical damage has affected the original bolt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorrect hardware was fitted during a previous repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the receiving threads and retained cover or bracket before installation. For a leaking final-drive cover, inspect the sealing surface and specified seal as well; replacing a mounting bolt alone does not restore a damaged sealing joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the assembly named in each row. The automatic final-drive applications require the stated 4-speed gearbox. The armrest-bracket application is a separate interior use and requires the original bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk4 hatchback; front-wheel drive; 01M 4-speed automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal automatic final-drive cover attachment assigned N90328502; not manual-transmission differential hardware.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Golf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.9L ALH TDI diesel inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk4 hatchback; front-wheel drive; 01M 4-speed automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal automatic final-drive cover attachment assigned N90328502; not manual-transmission differential hardware.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen New Beetle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoupe; front-wheel drive; 01M 4-speed automatic; PR G0E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal final-drive cover attachment; G0E 4-speed automatic only. Excludes DSG, Tiptronic and manual transmissions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Jetta Wagon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk4 wagon; front-wheel drive; 01M 4-speed automatic; PR G0E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal final-drive cover attachment; G0E 4-speed automatic only.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Jetta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L gasoline \/ 1.8L turbo gasoline \/ 2.8L VR6 \/ 1.9L TDI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMk4 sedan with original center armrest; Original interior armrest bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter-armrest bracket 1J0864273C mounting position assigned N90328502; only vehicles equipped with this original bracket.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the factory procedure for the selected attachment. For final-drive cover work, support and prepare the assembly and sealing surfaces as directed, and use the prescribed tightening order and specifications. For the armrest bracket, align the original support and start the bolt by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm secure mounting and correct component seating. Complete any specified fluid-level and leak checks after drivetrain work. Do not transfer transmission-cover torque values to an interior bracket or substitute this bolt for hydraulic fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as one genuine bolt. A complete cover or bracket repair may require several fasteners; confirm the required quantity. Cover, seal, armrest, bracket and fluid are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48047009169585,"sku":"N-903-285-02","price":0.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/n-903-285-02-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792131031","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/n-903-285-02-genuine-vw-audi-m8x16-collared-hex-bolt","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}