Skoda Octavia 1 (1U) (1996-2010) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: December 09, 2023

Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Skoda Octavia 1 (1U) in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Skoda Octavia 1 (1U)

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 40 30
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

Are these torque settings right for you?

  • Production years: 1996 - 2010
  • Generation: 1
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Skoda Octavia Tour Skoda Octavia Tradition Skoda Octavia Drive

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 40 30
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil pan Oil pan bolt 15 11
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil pan Baffle plate bolt 15 11
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil filter Oil filter holder bolt 15 11 Step 1
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil feeder Oil spray nozzle pressure relief valve 27 20
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil pump Oil pump bolts 15 11
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Oil pump Oil pump chain sprocket bolt 20 15
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Piston rods Conrod bearing cap nuts 30 22 Step 1
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 40 30 1st stage
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Cylinder head Cylinder head cover to Cylinder head 10 7
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Engine block Cylinder block securing nut 40 30
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Engine mounts Engine mounting bolts 40 30 Bolts 1, Step 1
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Engine mounts Engine mounting bolt 25 18 Bolt 2
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Engine mounts Engine mounting bolt 100 74 Bolt 3
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 10 7
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 65 48
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Crankshaft Crankshaft toothed belt sprocket central bolt 90 66
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Crankshaft Crankshaft bearing cap bolts 65 48 Step 1
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Crankshaft Crankshaft vibration damper 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Coolant expansion tank Coolant expansion reservoir and PAS reservoir screw 10 7
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Radiator Fan shroud and radiator mounts bolts 10 7
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Air conditioning Condenser and brackets for refrigerant pipes 10 7
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Tensioning pulley 45 33
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner with tensioning rail 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

drivetrain torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel/Drive plate bolt 60 44
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Flywheel/Flex plate Driven plate to Torque converter 60 44
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

steering torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Hydraulic pump belt pulley bolt 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

exhaust torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head nuts 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Exhaust manifold Shield to Exhaust manifold 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source
Muffler Front and rear silencer hanger bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

brakes torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake pedal Accelerator pedal 20 15
  • 1.8L/92kW Engine
verified source

suspension torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

Save to email ✉️
Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Octavia 1 (1U)

By Rudolf Stricker - Self-photographed, CC BY-SA 3.0


Did you find the answer to your specific question?
👍 2 👎 0