2010 Volkswagen Bora Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


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


Intake manifold support	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Servo pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
M10	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new seals.


Fuel-distributing pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	270°270°270°

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley

expand_more038 130 111A


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


038 130 111B	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


Nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the oil filter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
At the turbocharger	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Support	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Use new seals.
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreRadiator mounting


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Viscous fan clutch	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All other modifications	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
alternately, first inside and then outside

expand_moreValve cover


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new 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°

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreFlywheel cover


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreVibration damper


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


Screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Other	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Bolt


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


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


Coupling drive tensioning roller	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Drive belt tensioner device	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Tension rail bearing screws	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard, rear

expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


Toothed belt guard center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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 housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

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


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


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_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

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


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

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


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

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


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

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


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


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

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


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 2010 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.

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