Volkswagen Golf IV (Mk4) (1997-2003) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Golf IV (Mk4) 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 IV (Mk4)
Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper bolts | 60 | 44 |
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- Production years: 1997 - 2003
- Generation: 4
- Type of van: car
- Also known as:
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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drivetrain torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Wheel hub assembly | Rear track rod to Wheel bearing housing | 95 | 70 |
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steering torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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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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Disc brake | Rear caliper bracket to Bearing housing mounting bolts | 95 | 70 |
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suspension torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Struts | Rear strut to Control arm retainers | 70 | 52 | Step 1 |
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links | Rear sway bar connecting link to Wheel bearing housing fasteners | 50 | 37 |
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Control arm | Rear upper control arms to Wheel bearing housing attaching bolt | 70 | 52 | Step 1 |
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Control arm | Rear lower control arm to Wheel bearing housing bolt | 70 | 52 | Step 1 |
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general torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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