2012 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
| First stage | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreIntake manifold support
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA 168 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA 168 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA 168 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Without air-conditioning system | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
expand_moreWith automatic tensioner
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreWithout air-conditioning system
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Second stage | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreWith air-conditioning
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreWith automatic tensioner
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreWith mechanical tension wheel
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Second stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM10 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 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⋅ft |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreM10 × 52 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAlternator
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA 197 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA 208 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 208 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAlternator pulley
| With freewheel | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Without freewheel | 59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreGenerator bracket
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreM10 × 52 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw(s). Tighten in order from top to bottom. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Tensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreVacuum pump
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines
| CBFA engine | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| CCTA engine | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCCZA engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler
| Clamps | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOther
| First stage | Screw in screw manually up to stop. |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Exhaust gas return valve | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Exhaust recirculation pipe | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA 168 HP | 2.58 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA 168 HP | 2.58 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA 168 HP | 2.58 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA 208 HP | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 208 HP | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines
expand_moreM8 × 28 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreM8 × 90 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines
expand_moreM6 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws and snug them down crosswise. | |
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
| Central nuts | 70.07 lbf⋅ft |
| Wheel | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Injection hoses | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines
| Nuts | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_morePressure tube connection
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreCharge air pipes
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Charge air compressor | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_morePulley for charge-air compressor
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreTurbo charger
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
expand_moreTurbocharger bracket
| All other modifications | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
expand_moreAll other modifications
| At the turbocharger | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
| On the engine block | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Gradually tighten screws crosswise. | |
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. (left-hand thread) | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 12.54 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. (left-hand thread) | |
expand_moreFan wheel
| All other modifications | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB 103 HP at 5000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 1550 RPM | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1. | |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten screws evenly. See figure 1. | |
| First stage | Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight. |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside. | |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Cap | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head screws
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 2. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 2. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 12
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 3. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 13
| Fourth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 4. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 14
| Fourth stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 4. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 11
| Fourth stage | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 5. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines | 5.39 in |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines | 6.61 in |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines | 5.39 in |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines | 5.39 in |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines | 4.53 in |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines | 4.53 in |
| All other modifications | 4.02 in |
expand_moreValve cover
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM
See figure 6.
See figure 6.
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA 168 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA 168 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA 168 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten from inside to outside. | |
| Third stage | 90° |
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten from inside to outside. | |
| Third stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. | |
| Valve cover locking screws | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
expand_moreCFFB engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreBalance shaft module
| First stage | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreM7
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Crankcase ventilation | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD engines
| First stage | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines
| First stage | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines
| First stage | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines
| First stage | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and oil sealing rings. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| use only property class 10.9 | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreDrive plate
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Engine block closure screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreMain bearing
| First stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB 103 HP at 5000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 1550 RPM | Component must not be knocked down. |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines
expand_moreBalance shaft module
expand_moreFirst stage
expand_moreVariant 1
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws 1 - 8. Use new screw(s). See figure 7. | |
expand_moreVariant 2
| First stage | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws 1 - 6. Use new screw(s). See figure 8. | |
| Second stage | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 screws | |
| Third stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws | |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines
expand_moreBearing cap
| First stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 screws
| First stage | Screw in screw(s) by hand. |
| Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order. | |
| Second stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 screws
| Fourth stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 screws
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order. | |
| Second stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 screws
| Fourth stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreVibration damper
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreEngine control
| Balance shaft timing chain guide rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Balance shaft timing chain tension rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 30° |
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 10. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
expand_moreBearing pedestal
| At the cylinder head | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft adjuster valve | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInlet camshaft
| Central screws | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft (M6)
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft (M8)
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM10 screws
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB 103 HP at 5000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 1550 RPM | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB engines
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Central screws | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreWheel
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain tensioning rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive timing chain slip rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines | 62.69 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA engines | 62.69 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. (left-hand thread) | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw. | |
| Second stage | for freedom from play |
| Third stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Oil pump drive chain tensioner | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreTiming case cover
| M10 | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
| Top part of control unit housing | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten screws crosswise. | |
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| CFFB engine | 8.11 lbf⋅ft |
| CJAA engine | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All other modifications | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil drain plug | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
expand_moreOil filter
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Slightly oil sealing lips. | |
expand_moreOil filter housing
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws and tighten them crosswise. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws and tighten them crosswise. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Otherwise | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil pressure sensor | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| CFFB engine | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| CJAA engine | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil sump
| At the gearbox | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Gradually tighten screws crosswise. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB 103 HP at 5000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 1550 RPM | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps. | |
| At the gearbox | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten cross-wise. | |
| Oil sump lower part | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Gradually tighten screws crosswise. | |
| Oil sump top part | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil sump top part
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA engines
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 11. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA engines
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 11. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA engines
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil sump lower part
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 13. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Second stage | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM6
| First stage | Tighten by hand |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine management
| Camshaft sensor | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor
| All other modifications | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA 197 HP | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA 208 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 208 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor
| Downstream of catalytic converter | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Use hot screw paste | |
| Upstream of catalytic converter | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Use hot screw paste | |
expand_moreGlow plugs
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines | 12.54 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Knock sensor | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreLambda sensor
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.2 Liters CBZB 103 HP at 5000 RPM, 175 N⋅m at 1550 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB engines | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA engines | 38.35 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD 158 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA engines
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreOn chassis
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreStrut
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn chassis
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut
expand_moreAt the subframe
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreOn chassis
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZA 197 HP | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CBFA 197 HP at 5100 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA 208 HP | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 208 HP | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines
| Clamps | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new parts. | |
| Retaining clamp | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Differential pressure sensor lines | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust manifold
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| First stage | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
| Second stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten crosswise from inside to outside. | |
| Third stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD 158 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and tighten alternately | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and tighten alternately | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and tighten alternately | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and tighten alternately | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA 168 HP | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBTA 168 HP | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CBUA 168 HP | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Lower nuts | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
expand_moreUpper nuts
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste. | |
| Second stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust pipe
| All other modifications | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust pipe rear
| All other modifications | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel filter bracket
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFFB 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CJAA 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFuel filter housing
| Fuel filter cover | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Fuel pump | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPPA 208 HP | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CPLA 208 HP | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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Doing basic service for your 2012 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.