2016 Volkswagen CC engine fastener tightening specifications

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


At the cylinder head	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


3.6 FSI 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.6 L 295 HP at 6600 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (2011.11–)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines

expand_moreM10


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreWith automatic tensioner


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWith mechanical tensioning device


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreWith mechanical tension wheel


First stage	Screw in screw(s) until the stop.
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90° detach.

expand_moreThird stage


First step	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAlternator


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 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

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10 × 30 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM10 × 52 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM10 × 60 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°


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

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines

expand_moreM6


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8 × 28 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM8 × 90 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Central nuts	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Wheel	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.


Injection hoses	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Pressure tube connection	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Charge air compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePulley for charge-air compressor


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Lower nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.
Upper nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


At the turbocharger	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Turbocharger coolant feed line	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Turbocharger coolant return line	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines


At the turbocharger	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m
Fill oil into turbocharger via oil feed line pipe connection.
On the engine block	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


At the turbocharger	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFan wheel


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines

expand_moreBearing cap


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14

expand_moreFourth stage


First step	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.


Valve cover locking screws	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreM7


First stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines

expand_moreM7


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreDrive plate


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Engine block closure screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
M10 and M8 screws. Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
M10 screws
Second step	90°90°90°
M10 screws

expand_moreThird stage


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
M8 screws
Second step	90°90°90°
M8 screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreFirst stage

Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications, Balance shaft module, First stage.


8-screws variant	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 4.
Figure 5. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications, Balance shaft module, First stage.
6-screws variant	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 5.


Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
M7 screws

expand_moreThird stage


M8 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Other screws	90°90°90°

expand_moreBearing cap


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

Figure 6. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines
See figure 6.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines

expand_moreBearing pedestal


At the cylinder head	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Camshaft adjuster valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOutlet camshaft

expand_moreM6

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines

expand_moreBearing pedestal


At the cylinder head	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Camshaft adjuster valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft

expand_moreM6

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


M8	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


Central screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel


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


Chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel


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


Control drive timing chain slip rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Left-hand thread.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Left-hand thread.

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	for freedom from play

expand_moreThird stage


First step	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM6


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTension rail bearing screws


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Toothed belt guard at the top	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Toothed belt guard center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Figure 7. Engine control, Top part of control unit housing.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise. See figure 7.

All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise. See figure 7.

All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise. See figure 7.

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreOil filter


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On the engine block	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 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_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines


M6 screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines

Figure 8. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB.

expand_moreOil sump lower part
See figure 8.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

Figure 9. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB.

expand_moreOil sump top part
See figure 9.


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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

expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Glow plugs	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCZB engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAA engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CDAB engines	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

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreStrut


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreM12 × 100 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM12 × 110 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM12 × 90 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe

expand_moreM14


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM12


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.


All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


On catalytic converter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Diesel particulate filter	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Differential pressure sensor lines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFGC engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
All Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Clamps	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen flexfuel straight-4 1.4 Liters CKMA engines

expand_moreOn chassis on the rear side


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Otherwise	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


Clamps	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

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