2002 Volkswagen Bora Wagon 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

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreHexagon head screws


First stage	177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	180° detach
Fourth stage	177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

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°


Gearbox drive shaft transfer case	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft

expand_moreFront


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


Rear	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	60°60°60°


Transfer case propeller shaft rear axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreClutch


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

expand_moreClutch pressure plate

expand_more1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP at 5000 RPM, 126 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.9–2005.5)


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

expand_moreM10


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

expand_more1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.5)


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

expand_moreM10


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

expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 99 HP at 5600 RPM, 145 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (1999.5–2005.5)


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

expand_moreM10


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

expand_more1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.5–2005.5)


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP at 5700 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2000.5–2005.5)


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP at 5500 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (2002.5–2005.5)


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.9–2005.5)


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (1999.12–2003.5)


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline V5 2.3 L 168 HP, 220 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2000.10–2005.5)

expand_moreDual-mass flywheel


M6	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Otherwise	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder

expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP at 5500 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (2002.5–2005.5)


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new screws.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new screws.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new screws.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.


1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP at 4000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2000.9–2005.5)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.9–2005.5)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (1999.12–2003.5)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (1999.5–2005.5)


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new screws.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use new screws.


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

expand_moreRear axle differential


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filler 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_more1.4 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 74 HP at 5000 RPM, 126 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.9–2005.5)


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 16V with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP engine (2000.2–2005.5)


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.6 FSI with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 109 HP engine (2002.1–2005.5)


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.5–2005.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP at 5500 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (2002.5–2005.5)


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


With manual transmission	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With automatic gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


With manual transmission	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With automatic gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (1999.12–2003.5)


M7	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

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

expand_more01M gearbox


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Plug	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing ring.


09A gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreWith manual transmission


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

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

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


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM10 screws on chassis


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

expand_moreM12 screws at the gearbox bracket

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


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


With manual transmission	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_more1.8 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 123 HP engine (1999.5–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP at 5500 RPM, 235 N⋅m at 1950 RPM engine (2002.5–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (1999.12–2003.5)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

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_moreTransfer box bracket

expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)


With hexagon-head screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreHexagon head screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 118 HP engine (1999.12–2003.5)


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On transfer case	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection


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


Power take-off flange rear	258.15 lbf⋅ft258.15 lbf⋅ft350 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 Volkswagen Bora Wagon 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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2002 Volkswagen Bora Wagon First generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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