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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
AWD clutch oil control screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
AWD clutch oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Seals must be replaced.
expand_moreDrive shaft heat protection plate
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.3–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2008.3–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Drive shaft intermediate bearing 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox (M10)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreBi-hexagon
Figure 1. Axle drive, Front axle drive shaft, All other modifications, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
Figure 1. Axle drive, Front axle drive shaft, All other modifications, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 1.
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
Figure 2. Axle drive, Front axle drive shaft, All other modifications, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
Figure 2. Axle drive, Front axle drive shaft, All other modifications, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 2.
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePropeller shaft
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
M10 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreBi-hexagon
Figure 3. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
Figure 3. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 3.
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
Figure 4. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
Figure 4. Axle drive, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.
expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 4.
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft front axle
expand_moreClutch
Clutch master cylinder 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
M6 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Clutch slave cylinder 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreDifferential
Rear axle differential oil control screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGear shifting
Gearbox shift lever 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Selector cable linkage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M12 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutput flange
On transfer case 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Torque converter 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
Distributor gearbox oil control screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Distributor gearbox oil drain plug 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Distributor gearbox oil filler screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
0A6 gearbox 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_more0BB gearbox
Hexagon head screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
With Torx screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_more02E transmission
Overflow pipe 2.21 lbf⋅ft
0BH transmission 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
0A6 gearbox 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_more0BB gearbox
Hexagon head screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
With Torx screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreGearbox oil filter cover
0BH transmission 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil control plug
09M gearbox 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Seals must be replaced.
0BH transmission 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
Cross support 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2007.9–)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTransfer case
Bevel gear mounting 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Transfer box bracket 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°

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

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 Tiguan 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 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

Volkswagen Tiguan First generation model years

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