expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)
All other modifications
4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
expand_moreRocker bridge
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Alternately, first inside and then outside
expand_moreValve cover
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
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
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
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_moreDrive plate
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Flywheel cover
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreVibration damper
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_moreAll other modifications
Screws
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Otherwise
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Bolt
Camshaft timing chain tensioner
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
All other modifications
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Coupling drive tensioning roller
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Drive belt tensioner device
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
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_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Oil pump drive chain tensioner
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Tension rail bearing screws
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard, rear
Toothed belt guard
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil drain plug
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreOil filter
First stage
Tighten by hand
Slightly oil sealing lips.
Second stage
14.75–17.7 lbf⋅ft14.75–17.7 lbf⋅ft20–24 N⋅m
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_moreOil filter drain plug
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil pressure sensor
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pump
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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
Screws must be replaced.
Charge air pressure sensor
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
All other modifications
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Glow plugs
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreLambda sensor
All other modifications
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
All other modifications
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTorque arm
At the gearbox
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Subframe
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
M8
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Catalytic converter bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust manifold
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
All other modifications
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
All other modifications
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreExhaust pipe rear
All other modifications
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
All other modifications
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Golf Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2009 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2009 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback generations
In 2009 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Golf Hatchback. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.