2007 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_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	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


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


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


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

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley


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

expand_moreServo steering pump


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

expand_moreTensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt


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

expand_moreVacuum pump


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

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection pump drive wheel	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


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


Injection hoses	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


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


Injection pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


Central nuts	Do not loosen the middle nut.
Screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

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

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the oil filter	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Banjo bolts at the turbocharger	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

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

expand_moreCoolant pump


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreViscous fan bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreViscous fan clutch


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

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


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_moreRocker bridge


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

expand_moreValve cover


All other modifications	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_moreBalance shaft gear wheel


Toothed wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

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


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 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°


Engine block closure screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreBHW engine

expand_moreBalance shaft module

Figure 2. Engine block, Main bearing, BHW engine, Balance shaft module.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 2.

expand_moreSecond stage (M7)


First step	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreSecond stage (M8)


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

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


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

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft toothed belt tension pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


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

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m


Control drive chain tensioner	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Control drive timing chain slip rail	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


All other modifications	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m


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

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket


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

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

Figure 3. Engine control, Timing case cover.


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 3.
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Top part of the toothed belt guard	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All other modifications	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


All other modifications	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

expand_moreOil filter housing


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

expand_moreOil pump


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


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

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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

expand_moreGlow plugs


Ceramic glow plug	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Metal glow plug	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	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket on 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_moreOn chassis


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


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

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


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

expand_moreExhaust manifold


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

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreAll other modifications


Front	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Rear	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Primary catalytic converter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

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


Starter	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 2007 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

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Service Intervals

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2007 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

In 2007 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.

B2 facelift

Type 32B

B6

PQ46

Type 3C5

2007 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon B5.5 facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2007 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

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B6

Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon B5.5 facelift model years

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