2010 Volkswagen Bora Sedan transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


AWD clutch oil control screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
AWD clutch oil drain plug	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Drive shaft heat protection plate	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Drive shaft intermediate bearing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	180° detach
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_morePropeller shaft


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreClutch pressure plate

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


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


M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


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

expand_moreDifferential


Differential oil control screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Differential oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Rear axle differential oil control screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting


Gear rod	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gearbox shift lever	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Selector cable linkage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Torque converter	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_morePlug


09A gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
01M gearbox	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreWith manual transmission

expand_more02M gearbox


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


02J gearbox	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreWith manual transmission


02J gearbox	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
02K gearbox	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more02M gearbox


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.
With Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


09A gearbox	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


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


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreTransfer case

expand_moreBevel gear mounting

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
on the engine block
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
At the gearbox
Fourth stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
on the engine block

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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2010 Volkswagen Bora Sedan First generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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