2011 Volkswagen up! engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 59 HP at 5000 RPM, 95 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2011.8–)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP at 6200 RPM engine (2011.8–)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Alternator pulley	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket


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


Servo steering pump	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Coolant thermostat housing	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Coolant pump drive wheel	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAt the cylinder head

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, At the cylinder head.

expand_moreBearing casing
See figure 1.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAt the cylinder head

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Valve cover, At the cylinder head.

expand_moreBearing casing
See figure 3.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreM8


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


Crankcase ventilation	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


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


Engine block closure screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

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_moreVibration damper


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

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


Cap	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreCentral screws


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


Toothed belt guard	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the bottom	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Oil filter	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.
Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreOil pump


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 59 HP at 5000 RPM, 95 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2011.8–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_more1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP at 6200 RPM engine (2011.8–)

expand_moreScrews 1

Figure 4. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, 1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP at 6200 RPM engine (2011.8–), Screws 1.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
See figure 4.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 2


Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


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

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 59 HP at 5000 RPM, 95 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2011.8–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP at 6200 RPM engine (2011.8–)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 59 HP at 5000 RPM, 95 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2011.8–)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
1.0 with gasoline straight-3 1.0 L 74 HP at 6200 RPM engine (2011.8–)	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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

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_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreSubframe

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	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

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

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Catalytic converter bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 Volkswagen up! 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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