2010 Volkswagen Crafter Bus engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


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

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
M8	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreTensioning lever


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


Tensioning device	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


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


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

expand_moreAlternator pulley


With freewheel	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Otherwise	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Servo pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Exhaust gas return cooler	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Exhaust recirculation pipe	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
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
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


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


Injection hoses	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


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


Injection pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


Central nuts	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Wheel	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


On exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJL engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJM engines


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


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJL engines


At the turbocharger	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
On the engine block	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJM engines


At the turbocharger	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
On the engine block	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


Bottom	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Top	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJL engines


At the turbocharger	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJM engines


At the turbocharger	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
On the engine block	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


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

expand_moreFan wheel


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

expand_moreViscous fan bracket

expand_moreBearing casing


At the bracket	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Belt pulley	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOn bearing casing


Central screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Radiator mounting	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 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	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Cylinder head screws shank length (new)	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm

expand_moreValve cover


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


Valve cover locking screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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 other modifications


First stage	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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°


Flywheel cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


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

expand_moreVibration damper


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications


Top	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


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

expand_moreToothed belt guard


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard, rear
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


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


Toothed belt tightener	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


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


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.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Oil pressure sensor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Oil pump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM6


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor


All other modifications	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m


Crankshaft sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


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

expand_moreLambda sensor


All other modifications	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreOn engine mounting


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine mounting


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreCenter


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	270°270°270°


Front	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Rear	125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


Clamps	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreDiesel particulate filter


Clamps	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreDifferential pressure sensor lines

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJL engines


On particle filter	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Support	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJM engines


On particle filter	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Support	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m


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


Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Tighten nuts and screws crosswise in inside-to-outside order.
Exhaust pipe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreParticle filter bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJL engines


Nuts	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews


M8 × 20 screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
M10 × 25 screws	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
M10 × 70 screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BJM engines

expand_moreScrews


M8 × 20 screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
M10 × 25 screws	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m
M10 × 70 screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.


Nuts	39.09 lbf⋅ft39.09 lbf⋅ft53 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter housing	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel lines


Banjo screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 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 Crafter Bus 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 Crafter Bus First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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