2012 Volkswagen Golf Variant Wagon transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreAWD clutch oil control screws


1.6 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.7–2013.7)	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAWD clutch oil drain plug


1.6 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.7–2013.7)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Drive shaft heat protection plate	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox

expand_moreM8


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreBi-hexagon

expand_moreWith ribbing


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

expand_moreWithout ribbing


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 1. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 1.


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

Figure 2. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 2.


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


M6	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Tighten gradually cross-wise
M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Tighten gradually cross-wise

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CBDB engines


With screw-locking compound	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace bolts and tighten crosswise.
Otherwise	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace bolts and tighten crosswise.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CLCA engines


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


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

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder bleeder valve


1.6 MultiFuel with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2010.7–2013.7)	3.32 lbf⋅ft3.32 lbf⋅ft4.5 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting


Back-up lamp switch	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
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


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Torque converter	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


0A4 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 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_more5-speed 0AH transmission


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


0AM transmission	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
02S gearbox	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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_more02E transmission


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Overflow pipe locking screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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_moreGearbox oil filler plug

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_more5-speed 0AH transmission


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


02S gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fill in gear oil via hole for back-up lamp switch.
0A4 gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fill in gear oil via hole for back-up lamp switch.

expand_more02E transmission


Locking screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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_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_moreGearbox oil filter cover


02E transmission	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug


02E transmission	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Oil filler screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Remove/install/replace the back-up lamp(s) switch.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CBDA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CBDB engines

expand_more02Q gearbox


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

expand_more02E transmission


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 1.2 Liters CBZA engines


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

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 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.

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