2003 Volkswagen Transporter Box Van transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreAWD clutch oil control screws


3.2 4motion with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2003.11–2009.11)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
3.2 4motion with gasoline V6 3.2 L 232 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2950 RPM engine (2003.11–2009.11)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.


AWD clutch oil drain plug	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Drive shaft heat protection plate	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive shaft intermediate bearing


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

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreCentral nuts


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

expand_morePropeller shaft intermediate bearing


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

expand_morePropeller shaft

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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


Central nuts	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


Flywheel	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreDual-mass flywheel


M6	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M7	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 3500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.4–2009.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 84 HP engine (2003.4–2009.11)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
3.2 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.2 L 228 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2900 RPM engine (2003.11–2006.6)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreDifferential

expand_moreRear axle differential bracket

expand_moreOn axle

expand_moreM12 × 60 screws


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

expand_moreM12 × 80 screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM12


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreRear axle differential oil control screws


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

expand_moreGear shifting


Gearbox shift lever	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Selector cable linkage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreM10


1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 103 HP at 3500 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2003.4–2009.11)	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
3.2 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.2 L 228 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2900 RPM engine (2003.11–2006.6)	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
3.2 V6 with gasoline vr-6 3.2 L 228 HP at 6200 RPM, 315 N⋅m at 2900 RPM engine (2003.4–2004.6)	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m


Torque converter	42.04 lbf⋅ft42.04 lbf⋅ft57 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil control screws


M10	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M20	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m


Distributor gearbox oil filler screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug


5-speed 02Z transmission	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more0BT transmission


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreLocking screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	15°15°15°

expand_more6-speed 0A5 transmission


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Automatic gearbox 09K	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Seals must be replaced.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug


5-speed 02Z transmission	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more6-speed 0A5 transmission


Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
With Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_more0BT transmission


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreGearbox oil filter cover


0BT transmission	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil sump

expand_more0BT transmission


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreTransfer case


Bevel gear mounting	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 Volkswagen Transporter Box Van 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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2003 Volkswagen Transporter Box Van generations

In 2003 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Box Van. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

T4 GP (T4 facelift)

Type 70XA

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2003 Volkswagen Transporter Box Van generations

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