2016 Volkswagen Polo Sedan Fifth generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Condition | Value |
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Intake manifold | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor bracket | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
Alternator | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Fuel-distributing pipe | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant pump | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Coolant pump pulley | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Fan wheel | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
Cap | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Third stage | 90° |
First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 180° |
First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Main bearing | Component must not be knocked down. |
Camshaft timing chain slip rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing chain tensioner | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Chain tensioner | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. Left-hand thread. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Oil pump drive chain tensioner | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
Do not dismantle |
First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Use sealant. | |
M10 | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
Oil drain plug | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Oil filter housing | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Oil pump | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
At the gearbox | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
On the engine block | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
Gradually tighten screws crosswise. |
Camshaft sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
Crankshaft sensor | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
Knock sensor | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
Use assembly paste |
On the engine block | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Bolts must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Bolts must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Nuts on the engine mounting | do not dismantle |
First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
Screws must be replaced. | |
Second stage | 90° |
Catalytic converter | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. | |
Exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste. |
Nuts | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
Screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Exhaust pipe bracket | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
Spark plugs | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
M12 | 59 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 Volkswagen Polo 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
- Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Doing basic service for your 2016 Volkswagen Polo Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2016 Volkswagen Polo Sedan generations
In 2016 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Polo Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.