1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage
45°45°45°
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil drain plug
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreOil filter
1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 67 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Cap
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.11–2002.4)
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Cap
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.10–2001.6)
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Cap
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.12–2000.10)
Cap
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
Cap
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pressure sensor
1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pump
1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
At the gearbox
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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
Use new screw.
Charge air pressure sensor
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Glow plugs
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreLambda sensor
1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
1.8 with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All other modifications
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
All other modifications
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreOn chassis
expand_moreM10
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Strut
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTorque arm
At the gearbox
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Subframe
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.2–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Catalytic converter bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.12–2000.10)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 67 HP at 4200 RPM, 133 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 SDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 67 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1999.2–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.11–2002.4)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.10–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 109 HP at 4150 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.10–2001.6)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 114 HP at 4000 RPM, 285 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.12–2002.1)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP at 3750 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP at 4000 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.12–2000.10)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe rear
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5400 RPM, 172 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP, 116 N⋅m at 5200 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.12–2000.10)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 205 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1998.10–2000.10)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1998.10–2005.5)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_more2.8 V6 4motion with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 201 HP at 6200 RPM, 270 N⋅m at 3200 RPM engine (1999.3–2005.5)
M10
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
All other modifications
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Bora Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 1999 Volkswagen Bora Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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