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 settings for Volkswagen Golf IV (Mk4)

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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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: VW Bora HS VW City Golf VW Golf Town

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 pan retaining bolts 15 11
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Oil pump Oil pump mounting bolts 25 18
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Intake manifold Intake manifold upper and lower bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Engine mounts Engine bracket bolts 45 33
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Crankshaft Damper to Crankshaft sprocket bolts 25 18
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Water pump Water pump plug mounting bolts 15 11
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner bolts 25 18
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner mounting bolt 25 18
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt guard mounting bolt 20 15
  • 2.0L Engine
  • AEG
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drivetrain torque settings

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

steering torque settings

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

exhaust torque settings

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

brakes torque settings

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

suspension torque settings

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

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Golf IV (Mk4)

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