2016 Volkswagen Caddy Van engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) manually as far as it goes.
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreIntake manifold support


First stage	screw in manually up to stop
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator pulley


With freewheel	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Without freewheel	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreGenerator bracket

Figure 1. Auxiliary assemblies, Generator bracket.


First stage	Screw in screw manually up to stop.
See figure 1.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Third stage	180°180°180°
Screws 4 / 5
Fourth stage	45°45°45°
Screws 1 / 2 / 3 / 6

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler


First stage	Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clamps	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m


Exhaust gas return valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Fuel-distributing pipe	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
High-pressure line	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°
Short screws
Third stage	180°180°180°
Long screws


High-pressure pump pulley	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


First stage	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Tighten the nuts gradually and alternately.
Second stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Third stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Control tensioner

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


At the turbocharger	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Otherwise	Screw in new screw(s) manually as far as it goes.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the turbocharger	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
On the engine block	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


Coolant thermostat housing	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fan wheel	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing.


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
See figure 2.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Valve cover	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	135°135°135°

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreMain bearing


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

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Camshaft timing gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	Component must not be knocked down.
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.
Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreOil filter housing


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreTorx screws


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWith hexagon-head screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOil sump


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Third stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Tighten the screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	3.32 lbf⋅ft3.32 lbf⋅ft4.5 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor


Downstream of catalytic converter	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
Upstream of catalytic converter	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreGlow plugs


With pressure sensor	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Otherwise	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Differential pressure sensor lines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


First stage	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately
Second stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Third stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Control tensioner


Exhaust manifold heat shields	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel filter housing


Fuel filter cover	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreStart system


Starter	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 2016 Volkswagen Caddy Van 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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