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 | |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 30 | 22 | Hexagon socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 25 | 18 | Multi-point socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 30 | 22 | Hexagon socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 45 | 33 | Multi-point socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 30 | 22 | Hexagon socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 25 | 18 | Multi-point socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 30 | 22 | Hexagon socket head |
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Transmission fluid pan | Oil drain plug | 25 | 18 | Multi-point socket head |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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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: 2008 - 2012
- Generation: 6
- Type of van: car
- Model variant: Base
- Also known as:
All Torque Settings in Tables
engine torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Alternator | Alternator hexagon head flange bolts | 20 | 15 |
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Starter | Starter securing bolts | 75 | 55 |
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Starter | Starter securing bolts | 75 | 55 |
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Starter | Battery positive wire securing nut to Starter | 15 | 11 |
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Starter | Battery positive wire securing nut to Starter | 15 | 11 |
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drivetrain torque settings
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steering torque settings
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exhaust torque settings
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brakes torque settings
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suspension torque settings
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general torque settings
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