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
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWD
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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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 to Engine block 5 4 M6, Stage 1
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan to Engine block 10 7 M6, Stage 2
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan to Engine block 45 33 M10
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan to Transmission bolts 45 33
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pan Oil return line to Oil pan 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump to Engine mounting bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump retaining bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
  • Except AWP and AWW Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump sprocket bolt 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Oil pump Oil pump sprocket bolt 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Oil pump Oil pump and baffle plate bolts 15 11
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Oil pump Oil pump and baffle plate bolts 15 11
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Oil pump Oil pump suction pipe bolts 15 11
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Oil pump Oil pump suction pipe bolts 15 11
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Oil pump Oil pump suction foot bolts 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
  • Except AWP and AWW Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump bottom cover bolts 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
  • Except AWP and AWW Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 60 44 Step 1
  • 1.8L Engine
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Cylinder head Oil supply lines to Cylinder head 20 15
  • 1.8L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWD
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Intake manifold Manifold brace bracket mounting bolts 20 15
  • 1.8L Engine
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Engine mounts Lower engine to Transaxle mounting bolts 45 33 M10 bolts
  • 1.8L Engine
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Engine mounts Lower engine to Transaxle mounting bolts 65 48 M12 bolts
  • 1.8L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mounting fasteners 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft gear retaining bolt 65 48
  • 1.8L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWP
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
  • AWW
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Crankshaft Crankshaft sprocket bolt 90 66 Step 1
  • 1.8L Engine
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Water pump Water pump drain plug 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump to Pump housing mounting bolts 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump mounting bolts 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
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Water pump Coolant pump housing to Timing belt cover 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Water pump Water pump pulley to Pump 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
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Radiator Viscous fan clutch to Compact holder 45 33
  • 1.8L Engine
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Radiator Fan wheel to Viscous fan clutch 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt pulley to Viscous fan clutch 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
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Valve cover Valve cover fasteners 10 7
  • 1.8L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel/Drive plate bolts 60 44 Step 1
  • 1.8L Engine
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel/Drive plate bolts 60 44 Step 1
  • 1.8L Engine
  • Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Driveplate to Torque converter mounting bolts 85 63
  • 1.8L Engine
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering pump Power steering pump to Mounting bracket 20 15
  • 1.8L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump pulley to Pump 25 18
  • 1.8L Engine
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Power steering pump Banjo bolt to Power steering pump 50 37
  • 1.8L Engine
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Turbo Turbo support bracket mounting bolts 40 30
  • 1.8L Engine
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Turbocharger mounting bolts 30 22
  • 1.8L Engine
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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
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