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
Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.4L Engine
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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 pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 1.4L Engine
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Oil pan Oil sump bolt 13 10
  • 1.4L Engine
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • 1.4L Engine
  • CGGA
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Oil dipstick Oil level and oil temperature sender bolts 10 7
  • 1.4L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump bolt 12 9
  • 1.4L Engine
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Piston rods Conrod bolt 20 15 M7x0.75
  • 1.4L Engine
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Piston rods Conrod bolt 30 22 M8x1
  • 1.4L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 30 22 Stage 1
  • 1.4L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plug 30 22
  • 1.4L Engine
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Engine block Cylinder block bolts 50 37
  • 1.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine assembly mountings A 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine assembly mountings B 40 30
  • 1.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine assembly mountings C 60 44
  • 1.4L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine bracket bolt 50 37
  • 1.4L Engine
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Sensor Knock sensor bolt 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
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Sensor Engine speed sender bolt 5 4
  • 1.4L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft pulley bolt 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft housing cover 10 7
  • 1.4L Engine
  • CGGA
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Water pump Coolant pump bolts 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
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Coolant expansion tank Expansion tank bolt 5 4
  • 1.4L Engine
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Radiator Radiator bracket bolt 5 4
  • 1.4L Engine
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Radiator Radiator fan bolts 10 7
  • 1.4L Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolt 10 7
  • 1.4L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel tank bolt 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel delivery unit locking ring 110 81
  • 1.4L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel filter retaining clamp 3 2
  • 1.4L 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 bolt 60 44
  • 1.4L Engine
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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
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold with starter catalytic converter nut 25 18
  • 1.4L Engine
  • CGGA
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bracket bolt 20 15
  • 1.4L Engine
  • CGGA
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe bracket nut 40 30
  • 1.4L Engine
  • CGGA
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold 40 30
  • 1.4L Engine
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Muffler Front silencer bracket bolt 25 18
  • 1.4L Engine
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Muffler Rear silencer mounting bolt 23 17
  • 1.4L 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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