2025 Volkswagen Polo Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt


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

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Coolant pump pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fan wheel	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Cap	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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_moreWith threaded screw head


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

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°


Main bearing	Component must not be knocked down.

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft timing chain slip rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters CFNA engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.6 Liters BTS engines


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


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Do not dismantle

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


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

expand_moreTiming case cover


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use sealant.
M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Oil filter housing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil pump	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


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

expand_moreOil sump


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.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use assembly paste

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


On the engine block	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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


Nuts on the engine mounting	do not dismantle

expand_moreSubframe


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

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreM12


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

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.
Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Nuts	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
Screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


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

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2025 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.

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