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
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 bolts 15 11
  • ALH
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Oil pan Oil pan to Transmission bolts 45 33
  • ALH
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Oil pump Oil pump sprocket bolt 25 18
  • 1.9L Diesel Engine
  • ALH
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Oil pump Oil pump and baffle plate bolts 15 11
  • 1.9L Diesel Engine
  • ALH
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Oil pump Oil pump suction pipe bolts 15 11
  • 1.9L Diesel Engine
  • ALH
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Crankshaft Crankshaft damper bolts 10 7
  • 1.9L Engine
  • ALH
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Water pump Water pump plug mounting bolts 15 11
  • 1.9L Engine
  • ALH
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner bolt 40 30
  • 1.9L Engine
  • ALH
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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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