2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


Drive shaft heat protection plate	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AXR engines

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_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters BSW engines

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_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.


Propeller shaft heat protection plate	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZJ engines


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M8	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters BCA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreRelease bearing guide sleeve

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters BCA engines


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


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

expand_moreGear shifting


Gear rod guide lever	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox shift lever


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters BSW engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSelector cable linkage

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters BSW engines


02J gearbox	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
0A4 gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


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

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters BFS engines


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


02J gearbox	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
09G gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


Gearbox oil filler plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil control plug	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreCross support


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AQY engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZJ engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BDC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BEV engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BGD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


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


With manual transmission	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreWith manual transmission


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 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 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible 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.

Maintenance Items

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Service Intervals

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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible generations

In 2005 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the New Beetle Convertible. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation facelift

PQ34

Type 9C1, Type 1C1

2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible First generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2005 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible generations

First generation facelift

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible First generation model years

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