2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreAWD clutch oil control screws


M10	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAWD clutch oil drain plug


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


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_moreHexagon


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

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 1. Axle drive, Front 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, Front 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°


Propeller shaft intermediate bearing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft


At the gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the propeller shaft


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

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_moreHexagon


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

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 3. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 3.


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

Figure 4. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 4.


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
M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


1.4 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 121 HP at 5500 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.5–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.6 FSI with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP, 155 N⋅m at 4000 RPM engine (2005.8–2008.6)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.8 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 158 HP at 4500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.5–2011.10)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.8 TSI with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 158 HP at 5000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2007.5–2011.10)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 4000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2005.8–2008.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 4000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2005.8–2008.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP engine (2005.8–2008.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 109 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.11–2010.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreRelease bearing guide sleeve


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreGear shifting


Back-up lamp switch	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gearbox shift lever	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters BMP engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters BZB engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CCTB engines


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

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


Distributor gearbox oil control screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


02S gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
0AM transmission	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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_moreAutomatic gearbox 09G


Overflow pipe	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m
Overflow pipe locking screws	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


0A4 gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 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

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
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_moreGearbox oil filler plug


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

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


Automatic gearbox 09G	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
0A4 gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fill in gear oil via hole for back-up lamp switch.

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

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_moreGearbox oil filter cover


DSG 02E gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug


Automatic gearbox 09G	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
DSG 02E gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket


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_moreStrut


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

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_more2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 197 HP at 5000 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11)

expand_more02Q gearbox


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

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox


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

expand_moreAutomatic gearbox 09G


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

expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2009.5)


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°

expand_moreTransfer case


Bevel gear mounting	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 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.

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2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

In 2008 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Passat Variant Wagon. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

B2 facelift

Type 32B

B5.5 facelift

PL45

Type 3B6

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2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations

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