2021 Volkswagen Amarok engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10 × 135 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Alternator	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10 × 135 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_morePower steering pump bracket

expand_moreM10 × 135 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Servo pump pulley	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


Union nuts	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8 × 28 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM8 × 90 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Central nuts	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Wheel	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Injection hoses	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_morePressure tube connection

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


On high-pressure pump	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing.


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA, Screws 1 – 8.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 9 – 10


Fifth stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Sixth stage	90°90°90°
Seventh stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14

expand_moreFourth stage


First step	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.

expand_moreValve cover locking screws


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP, 420 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2011.11–)

expand_moreCSHA engine


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


M6 screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CDBA engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and oil sealing rings.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CNFB engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	135°135°135°

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP, 420 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2011.11–)

expand_moreBearing cap


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreScrews 1 – 6

Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, 2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP, 420 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2011.11–), Balance shaft module, Screws 1 – 6.


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.

expand_moreScrews 5 – 6

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 1 – 4

expand_moreThird stage


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


First stage (M8 and M10 screws)	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreSecond stage (M10 screws)


First step	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreThird stage (M8 screws)


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

Figure 5. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing.

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)
See figure 5.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)

expand_moreBearing pedestal


At the cylinder head	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Camshaft adjuster valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOutlet camshaft

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Central screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP, 420 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2011.11–)

expand_moreCSHA engine


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	for freedom from play

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard

expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)


Coolant pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Toothed belt guard center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace bolts.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing

Figure 6. Engine control, Top part of control unit housing.


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 6.

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Heat-exchanger on oil filter housing	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOil pump

expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP, 420 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2011.11–)


CNEA engine	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
CSHA engine	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines

Figure 7. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA.

expand_moreOil sump top part
See figure 7.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

Figure 8. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA.

expand_moreOil sump lower part
See figure 8.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Glow plugs	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn frame


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Diesel particulate filter	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CFPA engines

expand_moreNuts


Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Bottom	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Exhaust pipe bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 158 HP engine (2010.12–)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2021 Volkswagen Amarok user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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