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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines


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


All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8


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


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M10	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Servo pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


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


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

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	270°270°270°


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


Injection pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreCharge air pipes


1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Coolant pump pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AKP engines


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters ALD engines


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten from inside to outside.

expand_moreCylinder head screws


Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF.


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
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AFK engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AHW engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	6.54 in6.54 in166 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters APE engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AQQ engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines	3.82 in3.82 in97 mm
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AUA engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AUB engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters AVY engines	3.82 in3.82 in97 mm
All other modifications	6.22 in6.22 in158 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge

expand_more1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten from inside to outside.


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_more1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Lightly oil the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreDrive plate


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

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreFlywheel cover


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters ALD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters AUC engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters AVY engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

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


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Bottom	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


Central camshaft screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Coupling drive tensioning roller	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines

expand_moreCentral camshaft screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
The screw has a left-hand thread.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Locking screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner

expand_more1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


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


Toothed belt guard	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


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

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Oil filter	Tighten by hand

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten alternately starting from the top left
Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines


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


All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters AVY engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_more1.4 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.4 L 74 HP at 4000 RPM, 195 N⋅m at 2200 RPM engine (1999.10–2001.9)


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

expand_moreOil sump


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AHW engines


Sheet-steel sump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Tighten gradually cross-wise
With aluminium sump	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Tighten gradually cross-wise


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines


At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
On the engine block	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


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

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


Glow plugs	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters ALD engines


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


All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines


Connecting screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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


Strut	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreSubframe


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

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines

expand_moreAt the subframe


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


At the gearbox	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreConnecting screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters ARC engines


At the subframe	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
At the gearbox	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters ALD engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.0 Liters AUC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AEF engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters AGD engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.7 Liters AKU engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-3 1.4 Liters AMF engines


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ASX engines	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


With automatic gearbox	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
With manual transmission	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2000 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 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

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 Polo Hatchback 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 2000 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2000 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback Third generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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