Volkswagen Tiguan I (2009-2016) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Tiguan I 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 Tiguan I

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil filter Oil filter 22 16
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CAWA
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Oil filter Oil filter 22 16
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CCZC
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 20 15
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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  • Production years: 2009 - 2016
  • Generation: 1
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

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 sump 45 33 At the gearbox
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Oil pan Oil sump 15 11 On the engine block
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Oil pan Oil sump top part 15 11
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Oil pan Oil sump lower part 8 6
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Oil filter Oil filter 22 16
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CAWA
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Oil filter Oil filter 22 16
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CCZC
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Oil pump Oil pump 9 7 M6
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CAWA
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Oil pump Oil pump 20 15 M8
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CAWA
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Cylinder head Cylinder head screws 30 22 First stage
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Cylinder head Cylinder head screws 40 30 Screws 1 - 10
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Cylinder head Cylinder head screws 8 6 Screws 11 - 14
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 20 15
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Engine block Crankcase ventilation 11 8
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CAWA
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Engine block Crankcase ventilation 11 8
  • 2.0L
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • CCZC
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Alternator Generator bracket 20 15 First stage
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Starter Starter 75 55
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Starter Starter 75 55
  • 2.0 TDI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 134 HP
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Starter Starter 75 55
  • 2.0 TDI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 161 HP
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Crankshaft Connecting rod bearing 20 15 M7
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Crankshaft Connecting rod bearing 30 22 M8
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Crankshaft Connecting rod bearing 30 22 M8
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Crankshaft Connecting rod bearing 45 33 M9
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Water pump Coolant pump 8 6
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Water pump Coolant pump 9 7
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Water pump Coolant pump 9 7
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 197 HP
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler 15 11
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Air conditioning Air-conditioning compressor 25 18
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Air conditioning Air-conditioning compressor 20 15 First stage
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Belt tensioner Auxiliary drive belt tensioner 10 7
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Belt tensioner Auxiliary drive belt tensioner 10 7
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 197 HP
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Valve cover Valve cover 10 7 First stage
  • 1.4 TSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 148 HP
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Valve cover Valve cover 8 6 First stage
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Fuel system Injection pump 10 7 M6
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Fuel system Injection pump 20 15 M8
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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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
Catalytic converter Catalytic converter 40 30
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 168 HP
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter 40 30
  • 2.0 TFSI
  • Straight-4 Gasoline
  • 197 HP
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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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