Volkswagen Transporter T5 (2003-2015) Torque Spec Settings

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Transporter T5 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 settings for Volkswagen Transporter T5

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Drain plug 40 30 Up to model year 2009
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Differential Drain plug 38 28 From model year 2010
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Disc brake Front brake caliper mounting bracket bolts 180 133 Stage 1
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Disc brake Rear caliper mounting bracket bolts 165 122 Standard caliper
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Disc brake Rear caliper mounting bracket bolts 180 133 FN44 caliper
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Wheels Wheel bolts 180 133
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Wheels Wheel bolts 180 133
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  • Production years: 2003 - 2015
  • Generation: 5
  • Model variant: T5
  • Also known as: Volkswagen Caravelle Volkswagen Multivan Volkswagen Doubleback (Camper) Volkswagen Transportor (Arpitania) Volkswagen California

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 Initial torque
  • 4-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 Initial torque
  • 5-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 Final torque
  • 4-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 Final torque
  • 5-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 With triple roller joint AAR3700i + AAR4100i, Initial torque
  • 5-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 With triple roller joint AAR3700i + AAR4100i, Initial torque
  • 6-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 With triple roller joint AAR3700i + AAR4100i, Final torque
  • 5-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Outer constant velocity joint twelve-point nut 200 148 With triple roller joint AAR3700i + AAR4100i, Final torque
  • 6-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Inner constant velocity joint support ring bolts 20 15
  • 4-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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CVs Inner constant velocity joint support ring bolts 20 15
  • 5-Cylinder Engine
  • 4WD
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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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

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