Volkswagen Golf III (Mk3) (1991-1997) Torque Spec Settings
Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Golf III (Mk3) 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 Volkswagen Golf III (Mk3)
Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper mounting bracket bolts | 125 | 92 | Girling caliper |
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Disc brake | Rear brake caliper mounting bracket bolts | 65 | 48 |
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- Production years: 1991 - 1997
- Generation: 3
- Type of van: car
- Model variant: Base
All Torque Settings in Tables
engine torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Oil pan | Sump drain plug | 40 | 30 |
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Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 30 | 22 |
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Spark plugs | Distributor clamp bolts | 10 | 7 |
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Intake manifold | Upper inlet manifold to Lower inlet manifold bolts | 20 | 15 | Multipoint petrol injection |
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Camshaft | Camshaft bearing cap nuts | 15 | 11 |
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Camshaft | Camshaft sprocket bolt | 65 | 48 |
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Crankshaft | Crankshaft main bearing cap bolts | 65 | 48 |
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Common rail | Fuel rail upper to lower section screw | 10 | 7 | Multipoint petrol injection |
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drivetrain torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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steering torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Steering shaft | Intermediate shaft sprocket bolt | 65 | 48 |
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exhaust torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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brakes torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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suspension torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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general torque settings
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