2015 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis T5.2 (T5 facelift) Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreWith air-conditioning
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2009.9–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
expand_moreWhen reusing the screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWith new screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
expand_moreWhen reusing the screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWith new screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
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⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAC engines
expand_moreTop
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines
expand_moreTop
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–)
expand_moreTop
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2009.9–)
expand_moreTop
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Cross-wise from inside to outside
expand_morePower steering pump bracket
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
expand_moreM10 × 135 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM10 × 60 screws
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreTop
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Servo pump pulley 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure line 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
expand_moreM8 × 28 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreM8 × 90 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
expand_moreM8 × 28 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreM8 × 90 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
Central nuts 70.07 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Injection hoses 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 270°
expand_moreInjection pump
expand_moreTop
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreBottom
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCharging
Charge air pipes 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters AXD engines
On exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters AXE engines
On exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BNZ engines
expand_moreOn exhaust manifold
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new seal and screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters BPC engines
expand_moreOn exhaust manifold
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new seal and screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTurbocharger bracket
All Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters AXD engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-5 2.5 Liters AXE engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the turbocharger 14.75 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
Support nuts on exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Support screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Union nuts 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
At the turbocharger 12.54 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Union nuts on the engine block 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant drain plug 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
Gear wheel on the coolant pump 61.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Left-hand thread.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRadiator mounting
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 2.21 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
2.0 BiTDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly from inside to outside in several steps.
2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2009.9–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing.
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps. See figure 1.
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps. See figure 1.
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⋅ft
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new screws crosswise in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 11
expand_moreFourth stage
First step 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second step 90°
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–).
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–).
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. See figure 3.
Second stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 4.53 in
All other modifications 5.91 in
expand_moreRocker bridge
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreValve cover
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
expand_moreValve cover locking screws
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Valve play adjusting screw lock nuts 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
Balance shaft gear wheel 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws and seals must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreDrive plate
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreFlywheel
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
expand_moreBearing cap
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
expand_moreBearing cap
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 47.94 lbf⋅ft
M10
Second step 90°
M10
expand_moreThird stage
First step 14.75 lbf⋅ft
M8
Second step 90°
M8
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain guide rail
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
Figure 4. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing.
Figure 4. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing.
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
See figure 4.
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
expand_moreBearing pedestal
At the cylinder head 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft
Central screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreM6
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
Central screws 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
Central screws 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines
Central screws 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Control drive chain tensioner 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioning rail 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control drive timing chain slip rail 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage for freedom from play
expand_moreThird stage
First step 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
Oil pump drive chain tensioner 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Tension rail bearing screws 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
Figure 5. Engine control, Top part of control unit housing.
Figure 5. Engine control, Top part of control unit housing.
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
See figure 5.
Camshaft adjuster valve 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–) 8.11 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) 8.11 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–) 8.11 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2009.9–)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Tighten new screws crosswise.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced. Tighten new screws crosswise.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil lines
Union nuts 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–)
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
At the gearbox 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
expand_moreOil sump top part
expand_moreM6
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the gearbox 33.19 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Charge air pressure sensor 2.21 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas temperature sensor 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
expand_moreGlow plugs
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAA engines 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAB engines 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAC engines 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines 13.28 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines 13.28 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreLambda sensor
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 40.57 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 40.57 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2009.9–)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)
expand_moreOn engine mounting
expand_moreFront side screws (M10 × 135)
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear (M10 × 65)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn the engine block
expand_moreM8 × 45 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 45 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
M10 × 90 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
M10 × 112 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM12 × 70 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM12 × 135 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_more2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–)
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine mounting
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine mounting
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine mounting
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–)
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreM8 × 75 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn chassis
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn engine bracket
expand_moreM10 × 65 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront side screws (M8 × 20)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreRear (M8 × 75)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn chassis
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOnto torque support bracket
expand_moreFront
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOnto torque support bracket
expand_moreFront
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
expand_moreFront
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn the engine block
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOnto torque support bracket
expand_moreFront
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTorque support bracket
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
expand_moreOn the engine block
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
expand_moreOn the engine block
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CFCA engines
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines
expand_moreOn the engine block
expand_moreFront
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBearing pedestal
expand_moreFront
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Parts must be replaced.
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines
Clamps 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Parts must be replaced.
Support 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines
Clamps 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Parts must be replaced.
Support 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–) 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new nuts evenly in several steps.
Exhaust manifold heat shields 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–) 22.86 lbf⋅ft
2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–) 22.86 lbf⋅ft
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 114 HP at 5200 RPM, 170 N⋅m at 2600 RPM engine (2003.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAD engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CAAE engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
M10 × 25 screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
M10 × 30 screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM10 × 70 screws
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel filter bracket
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters AXA engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CJKB engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
2.0 BiTDI 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–) 55.32 lbf⋅ft
2.0 BiTDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 4000 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2009.9–) 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 113 HP, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2011.5–)
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M12 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2010.5–)
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M12 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 TSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP, 280 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2012.7–)
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M12 55.32 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 59 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2015 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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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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 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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 2015 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2015 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis generations

In 2015 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Flatbed and Chassis. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

T6

T6

Type SFD, Type SFE, Type SFL, Type SFZ

Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis T5.2 (T5 facelift) model years

Units:
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