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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.2 Liters BRJ 217 HP	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.2 Liters BMX 217 HP	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.2 Liters BAA 217 HP	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.2 Liters BMV 217 HP	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V6 3.2 Liters BKJ 217 HP at 5800 RPM, 305 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V6 3.2 Liters AZZ 217 HP at 5800 RPM, 305 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline V6 3.2 Liters AZZ 217 HP at 5800 RPM, 305 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters BLE 308 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH 308 HP at 3750 RPM, 750 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters BWF 308 HP at 3750 RPM, 750 N⋅m at 2000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection pump drive wheel	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return cooler	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust gas return valve	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust recirculation pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


Central nuts	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_morePressure tube connection


High-pressure side	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Low-pressure side	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BAC engines


On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BPE engines


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


Turbocharger bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the turbocharger	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines


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


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


At the cylinder head	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


Cap	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.

expand_moreOn the engine block


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


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9–6.64 lbf⋅ft5.9–6.64 lbf⋅ft8–9 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


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


Coolant thermostat housing	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Radiator mounting	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ.


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 1.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Always demount and mount both cylinder heads.
Third stage	180°180°180°
When slackening or tightening one cylinder head only then the engine block will warp.
Fourth stage	180°180°180°
All cylinder head bolts, except the 1, 2, 17, 19, have to be provided with a slotted washer.

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Cylinder head screws shank length (new)	5.91 in5.91 in150 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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_moreValve cover


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.


Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


Central screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Wheel	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 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 V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Engine block closure screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Tighten from inside to outside.
Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreVibration damper


Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreVolkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH 308 HP at 3750 RPM, 750 N⋅m at 2000 RPM


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

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_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	16.23–16.96 lbf⋅ft16.23–16.96 lbf⋅ft22–23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines

expand_moreLeft


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bottom	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Top screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


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


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°


Chain tensioner	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


All Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters BUN engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.


Control drive chain tensioning rail	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters BUN engines

expand_moreLeft


Bearing pedestal	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreRight


Central screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines

expand_moreLeft

expand_moreBearing pedestal


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

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreRight


Central screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters BUN engines


Bottom laterally	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Stud screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CASB engines

expand_moreScrews


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


Stud screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device

expand_moreOn the engine block

expand_moreTensioning lever


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


Tensioning roller	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	6.64–7.38 lbf⋅ft6.64–7.38 lbf⋅ft9–10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreTension rail bearing screws


All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the cylinder head	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Timing case covers	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


With tensioning roller eccentric	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tightener


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


Volkswagen gasoline V6 3.2 Liters AZZ 217 HP at 5800 RPM, 305 N⋅m at 3200 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


Oil sump top part	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Oil sump lower part	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreOil filter


Oil filter cover	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
All other modifications	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM

expand_moreOil sump top part


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreVolkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH 308 HP at 3750 RPM, 750 N⋅m at 2000 RPM


Oil sump lower part	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


At the cylinder head	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Central camshaft screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Crankshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreGlow plugs


Ceramic glow plug	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Metal glow plug	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


On engine mounting	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


On engine mounting	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Left	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Oil filter housing
Right	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines


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

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°


On engine bracket	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreSupport


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn engine mounting


Support	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine suspension

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°


On engine mounting	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters BKS engines


At the turbocharger	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
On particle filter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel V6 3.0 Liters CATA engines


At the turbocharger	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Catalytic converter bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline V6 3.2 Liters AZZ 217 HP at 5800 RPM, 305 N⋅m at 3200 RPM


M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.


Exhaust manifold heat shields	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Particle filter bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Primary catalytic converter	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel filter housing


Fuel filter cover	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


Fuel lines	19.91–20.65 lbf⋅ft19.91–20.65 lbf⋅ft27–28 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX 306 HP at 6200 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 3000 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters AXQ engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters AYH engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline V8 4.2 Liters BHX engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters BLE engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All Volkswagen diesel V10 4.9 Liters BWF engines	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
All other modifications	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2002 Volkswagen Touareg First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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