2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan B5.5 facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDP engines | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AFB engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AKN engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters ATQ engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BAU engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDG engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDH engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Air-conditioning compressor | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Air-conditioning compressor pressure line | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAlternator
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVB engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AWX engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BHW engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreGenerator bracket
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_morePower steering pump bracket
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreServo pump pulley
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreServo steering pump
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVB engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AWX engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BHW engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreTensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreVacuum pump
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreInjection pump drive wheel
| Wheel | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Fuel-distributing pipe | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection hoses | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 270° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 270° |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection pump | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection pump pulley
| Central nuts | Do not loosen the middle nut. |
| Screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws. Use hot screw paste must be replaced. | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws. Use hot screw paste must be replaced. | |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
expand_moreTurbocharger bracket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines
| At the turbocharger | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines
| At the turbocharger | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Turbocharger coolant feed line | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| Turbocharger coolant return line | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| Support | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Union nuts | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines
| Union nuts | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines
| Union nuts | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| Support | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Union nuts | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| At the oil filter | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| At the turbocharger | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| At the turbocharger | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| Banjo screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| Union nuts | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| At the turbocharger | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| Union nuts on the engine block | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
| All Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDP engines | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Fan wheel | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreViscous fan bracket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines
| M6 screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreViscous fan clutch
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ALT engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside. | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters ATQ engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZM engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BFF engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Nuts | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head screws
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AKN engines
| First stage | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 2. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 3. | |
| Second stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 4. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BAU engines
| First stage | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 5. | |
| Second stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 6. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 7. | |
| Second stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. See figure 7. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreRocker bridge
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Valve cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Gradually tighten screws crosswise. | |
| Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
| Toothed wheel | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCracked connecting rod
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8,5
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines | Component must not be knocked down. |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDP engines | Component must not be knocked down. |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines
| First stage | 66.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 147.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters ATQ engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZM engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BFF engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Engine block closure screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AKN engines
expand_moreInside
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOutside
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten new bolts helically in outside to inside order. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Lateral-fitting | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines
expand_moreInside
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Lateral-fitting | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
expand_moreVariant 1
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreVariant 2
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BAU engines
expand_moreInside
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOutside
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten new bolts helically in outside to inside order. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Lateral-fitting | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines | Component must not be knocked down. |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDP engines | Component must not be knocked down. |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
expand_moreBearing cap
| First stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreBalance shaft module
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 8. | |
expand_moreSecond stage
expand_moreM7
| First step | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Second step | 90° |
expand_moreM8
| First step | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second step | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreVibration damper
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine control
| Balance shaft toothed belt tension pulley | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ALT engines
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| Camshaft adjuster valve at the cylinder head | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
| 1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| Bearing screws | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First cylinder row | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Second cylinder row | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
| All Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First cylinder row | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Second cylinder row | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
| Bearing screws | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
| First cylinder row | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreSecond cylinder row
| Bearing screws | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws (M8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ALT engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| Central screws | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Wheel | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZM engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BFF engines | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| Central screws | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Wheel | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain tensioner | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Control drive timing chain slip rail | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device
expand_more1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Deflection pulley screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5)
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Deflection pulley screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 99 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Tensioning lever | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Tensioning lever | 30.98 lbf⋅ft |
| Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreBHW engine
| Hexagon head screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| With Torx screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline vr-5 2.3 Liters AZX engines
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline W8 4.0 Liters BDN engines
expand_moreCentral screws
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreTiming case cover
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 9. | |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Timing case cover | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| The top of the toothed belt guard | 12.54 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ALT engines | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters AMX engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 2.8 Liters ATQ engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AZM engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters BFF engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All other modifications | 30.98 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreToothed belt tightener
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
| All Volkswagen gasoline V6 engines | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline W8 engines | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil drain plug
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AFB engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AKN engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BAU engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDG engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDH engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5)
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter drain plug | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| Oil filter drain plug | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AWX engines | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BGW engines
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BHW engines
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Cap | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5)
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5)
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M8 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5)
| M7 | 12.54 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Oil sump lower part | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI 4motion with diesel V6 2.5 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.1–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
expand_moreOil sump top part
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil sump lower part | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
expand_moreOil sump top part
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 10. | |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil sump lower part | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine management
| Camshaft sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Crankshaft sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreGlow plugs
| Ceramic glow plug | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Metal glow plug | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Knock sensor | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreLambda sensor
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters ALT engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ALZ engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AVF engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AWX engines | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_moreOn the engine block
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Left | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Right | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9) | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
| At the subframe | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| On engine bracket | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
expand_moreTorque arm
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 335 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2003.12–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.5 TDI with diesel V6 2.5 L 161 HP at 4000 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2003.5–2005.5)
| Nuts on the chassis | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws on the engine block | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Screws at the subframe | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| On engine sump | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
| At the subframe | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
| 1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Seals and nuts must be replaced. | |
| 1.8 T 4motion with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.3–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. | |
| 1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. | |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Sealing rings must be replaced. | |
expand_moreExhaust manifold
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AFB engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters AKN engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWL engines | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWM engines | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. | |
| All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BAU engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDG engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All Volkswagen diesel V6 2.5 Liters BDH engines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. | |
expand_moreExhaust pipe
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 T 20V with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 148 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5)
| Front | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more1.8 T with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 168 HP engine (2001.2–2005.5)
| Front | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 1.9 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 4motion with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.3 V5 with gasoline vr-5 2.3 L 168 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more4.0 W8 4motion with gasoline W8 4.0 L 271 HP at 6000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 2750 RPM engine (2001.9–2004.9)
| Front | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws. Use hot screw paste must be replaced. | |
| Rear | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Front | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| Rear | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Exhaust pipe bracket | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Primary catalytic converter | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
expand_moreFuel supply
| Fuel lines | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
| 2.0 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 129 HP at 5700 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 3300 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 2.8 4motion with gasoline V6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (2000.11–2005.5) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreStart system
| Starter | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Regeneration Fluid Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
Conquer your fears and never give up!
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 Passat Sedan 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 2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan generations
In 2003 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Passat Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.