Volkswagen Golf VI (Mk6) (2008-2012) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Golf VI (Mk6) 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 VI (Mk6)

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 30 22 Hexagon socket head
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AJ
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 25 18 Multi-point socket head
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AJ
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 30 22 Hexagon socket head
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox 02Q
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 45 33 Multi-point socket head
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox 02Q
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 30 22 Hexagon socket head
  • 5-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AH
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 25 18 Multi-point socket head
  • 5-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AH
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 30 22 Hexagon socket head
  • 5-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AF
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 25 18 Multi-point socket head
  • 5-Speed Manual Gearbox 0AF
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
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  • Production years: 2008 - 2012
  • Generation: 6
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Volkswagen Vento Variant

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil filter Oil filter bracket 15 11
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder head 25 18
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Intake manifold Intake manifold upper part and lower part connecting bolts 3 2
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Support 8 6
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Throttle body Throttle valve housing to Intake manifold 8 6
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Sensor Intake manifold pressure sender bolt 3 2
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Common rail Fuel rail to Intake manifold 8 6
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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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
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head 25 18
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat shield 23 17
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust system bracket to Subframe 23 17
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold 25 18
  • 1.6L Engine
  • BSE
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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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