1996 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIntake manifold support


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


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

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley


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


Servo steering pump	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreTensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt


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

expand_moreVacuum pump

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_moreCarburetion


Injection pump drive wheel	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return cooler	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Exhaust recirculation pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Fuel-distributing pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


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

expand_moreInjection pump


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

expand_moreInjection pump pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOne-part injection pump pulley


Central nuts	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreTwo-part injection pump pulley


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket


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


Turbocharger coolant feed line	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Turbocharger coolant return line	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


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

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreViscous fan bracket

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_moreViscous fan clutch


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAUG engine


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ADP engines


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRocker bridge


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


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAUG engine


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_moreAll other modifications


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
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_moreAUG engine


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Camshaft adjuster	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Control drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Control drive timing chain slip rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket


All other modifications	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters AWT engines	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


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

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


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

expand_moreOil drain plug


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreOil filter housing


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

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Oil pump chain wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOil sump top part


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	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	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreOn the engine block


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


At the subframe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
On engine bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreM8


Ribbed screw head and plate	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Ribbed screw head	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Without ribbing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


M10	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreM12


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the subframe	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket

expand_moreM12


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

expand_moreM10

expand_moreClass 8.8 screws


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

expand_moreClass 10.9


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


Catalytic converter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


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


Exhaust manifold heat shields	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreAll other modifications


Front	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Rear	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel lines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 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


M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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.

Maintenance Items

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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1996 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

In 1996 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Passat Variant Wagon. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

1996 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon B5 Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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1996 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

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B4

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