Skoda Octavia 3 (5E) (2012-2019) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Yien Yien Chan
Updated: December 24, 2023

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Skoda Octavia 3 (5E) 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 3 (5E)

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 22 16
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 22 16
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 30 22
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Wheels Wheel bolt 120 89
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  • Production years: 2012 - 2019
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Oil filter Oil filter cover 25 18
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Oil filter Oil separator 9 7
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 20 15
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 20 15
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 20 15
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 20 15
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Oil pressure switch Charge pressure regulator 9 7
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Oil dipstick Oil level sender screw 8 6
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Piston rods Piston rods 30 22
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Piston rods Conrod with conrod bearing cap 30 22
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Cylinder head Cylinder head 9 7
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 22 16
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 22 16
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Glow plugs Glow plugs 17 13 Without combustion chamber
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Glow plugs Glow plugs 12 9 With combustion chamber
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 30 22
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Engine block Cylinder block 60 44
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Engine block Cylinder block 30 22
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Engine block Cylinder block 20 15
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Sensor Wheel speed sensor 8 6
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Sensor Speed sensor to wheel bearing housing 8 6
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Sensor ABS speed sensor 8 6
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Battery Ignition coil 8 6
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Camshaft Camshaft housing 10 7
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Camshaft Camshaft control valve 8 6
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Camshaft Camshaft toothed belt pulley 20 15
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Water pump Coolant pump 8 6
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Fuel/Oil cooler Engine oil cooler 8 6
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Radiator Thermostat cover 7 5
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Radiator Fan shroud 5 4
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Radiator Fan shroud 5 4
  • 1.4L
  • TSI Engine
  • CHPA
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Radiator Fan shroud 5 4
  • 1.6L
  • TSI Engine
  • CLHA
  • CLHB
  • CKFB
  • CKFC
  • CRVC
  • CUPA
  • CRKB
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner 85 63
  • 1.8L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJSA
  • CJSB
  • CHHB
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Fuel system Fuel distributor screw 9 7
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Fuel system Fuel pressure sender 22 16
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Assembly carrier to body 70 52
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Clutch assembly Clutch pedal to bearing bracket 25 18
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel 60 44
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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Drive/Axle shaft Drive shaft to wheel hub 200 148
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Track rod end to wheel bearing housing 20 15
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Steering rack Universal joint to steering gear 20 15
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Catalytic converter Catalytic converter 55 41
  • 1.2L
  • TSI Engine
  • CJZB
  • CJZA
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Brake caliper to brake carrier 35 26
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Disc brake Bleeder valve 10 7
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Brake line Brake line 14 10
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Brake line Brake hose 35 26
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Master cylinder Master brake cylinder 23 17
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ABS Hydraulic unit to bracket 8 6
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ABS Hydraulic unit to body 20 15
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ABS Brake line to ABS unit 14 10
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel bolt 120 89
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Struts Wheel bearing housing to suspension strut 70 52
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Struts Suspension strut bearing to piston rod 60 44
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock absorber to rear suspension 70 52
  • Rear
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Stabilizer bar Coupling rod 65 48
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Control arm Steering joint to track control arm 100 74
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Trailing arm Trailing arm to wheel bearing housing 70 52
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Octavia 3 (5E)

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