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
Spark plugs Spark plugs 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AFP
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Drive belt tensioner bolt 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bolts 60 44
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To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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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
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Oil pan Oil pan retaining bolts 12 9
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Oil pump Oil pump retaining bolts 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Oil pump Oil pump mounting bolts 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Oil pump Oil pump suction foot bolts 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Oil pump Oil pump bottom cover bolts 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 40 30 Step 1
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 60 44 Step 2
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 30 22 Step 1
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 50 37 Step 2
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AFP
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 30 22
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Intake manifold Intake manifold upper and lower bolts 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 13 10
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Engine mounts Engine/Transaxle mounting bolts 15 11 7mm bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Engine mounts Engine/Transaxle mounting bolts 25 18 8mm bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Engine mounts Engine/Transaxle mounting bolts 41 30 10mm bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Engine mounts Engine/Transaxle mounting bolts 60 44 12mm bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Engine mounts Engine to Transmission attaching bolts 24 18 M8 bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine to Transmission attaching bolts 45 33 M10 bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine to Transmission attaching bolts 65 48 M12 bolts
  • 2.8L Engine
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Alternator Alternator bracket bolts 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps 20 15
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps 5 4
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Camshaft Camshaft roller chain tensioner bolts 40 30
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Camshaft Camshaft adjuster 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Crankshaft Center crankshaft bolt 90 66
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Water pump Water pump mounting bolts 20 15
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Water pump Water pump mounting bolts 20 15
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Water pump Water pump pulley bolt 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Radiator Viscous fan coupling 40 30
  • 2.8L Engine
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Radiator Thermostat union mounting bolts 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AFP
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain tensioner bolts 8 6
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Drive belt tensioner bolt 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Upper timing chain cover bolt 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Tensioner bolt 20 15
  • 2.8L Engine
  • AAA
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Valve cover Valve cover bolts 10 7
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Torque converter Flexplate to Torque converter mounting bolts 85 63
  • 2.8L 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 bolts 25 18
  • 2.8L Engine
  • BDF
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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
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