1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP at 5500 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 138 HP at 5600 RPM, 220 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2008.7–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 79 HP at 5000 RPM, 132 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 4000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
With metal concentric slave cylinder
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreRelease bearing guide sleeve
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 138 HP at 5600 RPM, 220 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2008.7–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 168 HP at 6000 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreDifferential
expand_moreDifferential oil control screws
M10
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M20
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreGear shifting
Back-up lamp switch
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gearbox shift lever
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Selector cable linkage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
Distributor gearbox oil control screws
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Bolt must be replaced.
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil drain plug
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2008.1–2009.7)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Bolt must be replaced.
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil filler screws
1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2008.1–2009.7)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
0AM transmission
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_more0AJ gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more0AF gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more02Q 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_moreDSG 02E gearbox
Overflow pipe
2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Locking screws
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
02S gearbox
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fill in gear oil via hole for back-up lamp switch.
expand_more0AJ gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more0AF gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_more0A4 gearbox
Hexagon head screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
With Torx screws
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_more02Q 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 filter cover
DSG 02E gearbox
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreOil control plug
09G gearbox
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
02E transmission
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
Cross support
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10 × 55 screws
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreM12 × 70 screws
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2008.1–2009.7)
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.6–2009.7)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOtherwise
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTransfer case
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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 Variant 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.
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 Variant Wagon 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 Variant Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2009 Volkswagen Golf Variant Wagon generations
In 2009 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Golf Variant Wagon. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.
