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
Engine mounts Engine to Transaxle mounting bolts 25 18 M8 bolts
  • Manual Transmission
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Engine mounts Engine to Transaxle mounting bolts 45 33 M10 bolts
  • Manual Transmission
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Engine mounts Engine to Transaxle mounting bolts 65 48 M12 bolts
  • Manual Transmission
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Starter Starter mounting bolts 19 14
  • Manual Transmission
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
CVs Inner CV joint to Transaxle flange fasteners 40 30 M8
  • Manual Transmission
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CVs Inner CV joint to Transaxle flange fasteners 80 59 M10
  • Manual Transmission
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Wheel hub assembly Axle bolt 115 85 M14 bolt, Step 1
  • Manual Transmission
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Wheel hub assembly Axle bolt 190 140 M16 bolt, Step 1
  • Manual Transmission
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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
  • 2.8L V6 Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transaxle mount bolts 40 30
  • Manual Transmission
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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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