2013 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Convertible engine fastener tightening specifications

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreIntake manifold support


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


Without air-conditioning system	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

expand_moreWith automatic tensioner


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines

expand_moreWith air-conditioning


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWithout air-conditioning system


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

expand_moreWith automatic tensioner


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

expand_moreWith mechanical tension wheel


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreM10 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

expand_moreWith mechanical tension wheel


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) hand-tight.
Replace screws.
Second stage	Screw in screw(s) until the stop.
Third stage	90° detach.
Fourth stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


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

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


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

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator pulley


With freewheel	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Without freewheel	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


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

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


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

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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


Tensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


CBFA engine	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
CCTA engine	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCCZA engine


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


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler


Clamps	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreOther


First stage	Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Exhaust gas return valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	2.58 lbf⋅ft2.58 lbf⋅ft3.5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	2.58 lbf⋅ft2.58 lbf⋅ft3.5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	2.58 lbf⋅ft2.58 lbf⋅ft3.5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

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_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

expand_moreM6 screws


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


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

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_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise.

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Central nuts	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Wheel	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Injection hoses	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Pressure tube connection	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreCharge air pipes


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	4.06 lbf⋅ft4.06 lbf⋅ft5.5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	4.06 lbf⋅ft4.06 lbf⋅ft5.5 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Charge air compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePulley for charge-air compressor


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTurbo charger


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


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


Turbocharger coolant feed line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbocharger coolant return line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.


Coolant pump pulley	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from the outside to the inside.

expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreFan wheel


All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


Radiator mounting	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC.


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Replace screws.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside.
Third stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.

All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1.

All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Cap	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14


Fourth stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 12

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA, Screws 1 – 12.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 13


Fourth stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB.


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11


Fourth stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11


Fourth stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 7.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	5.39 in5.39 in137 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	6.61 in6.61 in168 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	5.39 in5.39 in137 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	5.39 in5.39 in137 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All other modifications	4.02 in4.02 in102 mm

expand_moreValve cover


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines

Figure 8. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA.


First stage	Tighten by hand
See figure 8.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft module


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines

expand_moreM7


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

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 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°


Crankcase ventilation	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB 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	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws and oil sealing rings.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
use only property class 10.9

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreDrive plate


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


Engine block closure screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

expand_moreM10 screws


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8 screws


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


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


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	Component must not be knocked down.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreFirst stage

Figure 9. Engine block, Main bearing, Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB, Balance shaft module, First stage.


Variant 1	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws 1 - 8. Use new screw(s). See figure 9.
Variant 2	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws 1 - 6. Use new screw(s).


Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M7 screws
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
M8 screws
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutside screws


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines

expand_moreM10 screws


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8 screws


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	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


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

Figure 10. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 10.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines

Figure 11. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB.


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws. See figure 11.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_more15-screws variant

Figure 12. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, All other modifications, 15-screws variant.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 12.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_more8 screws

Figure 13. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, All other modifications, 8 screws.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 13.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	45°45°45°
Screws 1 and 4

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreM10 screws


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Camshaft timing chain slip rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreControl drive chain tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Control drive chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Control drive timing chain slip rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
All other modifications	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket


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
Third stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Top part of control unit housing	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines


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


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines


CFFB engine	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
CJAA engine	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


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


All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreOil filter


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines


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
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


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


Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines


M6 screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


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


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

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


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

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines


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
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

expand_moreOil sump top part

Figure 14. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA, Oil sump top part.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 14.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump lower part

Figure 15. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA, Oil sump lower part.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 15.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines

expand_moreOil sump top part

Figure 16. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA, Oil sump top part.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 16.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump lower part

Figure 17. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA, Oil sump lower part.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 17.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines

expand_moreOil sump top part

Figure 18. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA, Oil sump top part.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 18.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump lower part

Figure 19. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA, Oil sump lower part.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 19.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 19.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump top part

Figure 20. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA, Oil sump top part.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 20.
Second stage	180°180°180°
Screws 1 - 2
Third stage	45°45°45°
Screws 3 - 9
Fourth stage	180°180°180°
Screws 10
Fifth stage	90°90°90°
Screws 11 - 14

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM6


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws.
Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	2.77 lbf⋅ft2.77 lbf⋅ft3.75 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	2.77 lbf⋅ft2.77 lbf⋅ft3.75 N⋅m
All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor


Downstream of catalytic converter	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
Upstream of catalytic converter	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreGlow plugs


With pressure sensor	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Without pressure sensor	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreStrut


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Property class 10.9

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new parts.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.


Catalytic converter bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreDiesel particulate filter

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines


Clamps	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Use new parts.
Retaining clamp	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines


Clamps	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Use new parts.
Retaining clamp	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Differential pressure sensor lines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines

expand_moreUpper nuts


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Third stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Fourth stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Lower nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines


First stage	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Second stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.
Third stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


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

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel filter bracket


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel filter housing


Fuel filter cover	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPKA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

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