Volkswagen Transporter T6 (2015-on) Torque Spec Settings

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Volkswagen Transporter T6 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 T6

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 30 22
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil filter Oil filter cap 25 18
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Glow plugs Glow plug 17 13 Without combustion chamber pressure sender
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Glow plugs Glow plug 12 9 With combustion chamber pressure sender
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Differential Oil drain plug 40 30
  • 5-Speed Manual Gearbox
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Differential Oil drain plug 35 26
  • 6-Speed Manual Gearbox
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper bolts 35 26
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Wheels Wheel bolt to Wheel hub 180 133
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  • Production years: 2015 - present
  • Model variant: T6
  • Also known as: Volkswagen T6.1 (facelift)

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
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil pan Oil sump bolts 5 4 Stage 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil pan Oil sump to Gearbox connection bolts 40 30 Stage 2
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil pan Oil sump bolts 13 10 Stage 3
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil filter Oil filter cap 25 18
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil filter Oil filter housing bolts 20 15 Stage 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil dipstick Dipstick guide tube bolts 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil dipstick Oil level and oil temperature sender bolts 9 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil feeder Oil spray jet bolt with pressure relief valve 24 18
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Oil pump Oil pump bolt 10 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Piston rods Conrod bearing cap bolts 30 22
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 30 22 Stage 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 70 52 Stage 2
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolt with seal 40 30
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head studs 15 11
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolts 9 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Cylinder head Cylinder head heat shield bolts 2 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Glow plugs Glow plug 17 13 Without combustion chamber pressure sender
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Glow plugs Glow plug 12 9 With combustion chamber pressure sender
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Engine mounts Front engine mounting bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Engine mounts Rear engine mounting bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Engine mounts Right engine mounting bolts 50 37
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Engine mounts Front engine support bolts 50 37
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Engine mounts Engine cover panel bolt 2 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Sensor Knock sensor bolt 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Camshaft Camshaft toothed belt pulley bolt 1 100 74
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Camshaft Camshaft toothed belt pulley bolt 2 9 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Camshaft Camshaft housing bolts 10 7 Stage 2
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Camshaft Camshaft case cover bolts 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Crankshaft Bearing cap bolts 65 48
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 180 133
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Crankshaft Vibration damper bolt 10 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Water pump Coolant pump bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air cooler bolts 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air cooler bracket bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Pressure hose to Charge air cooler clamps 6 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air cooling pump retaining bracket bolt 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air pipe bolts 8 6 Single turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air temperature sender 22 16
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Intercooler Charge air pressure sender bolts 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Coolant expansion tank Coolant expansion tank bolts 4 3
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Top radiator mountings bolts 5 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Bottom radiator mountings bolts 5 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Radiator outlet coolant bolt 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Radiator/cooler bolts 5 4 For low temperature
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Radiator fan bolts 5 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Radiator cowl bolts 5 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Upper right coolant pipe bolts 5 4 Manual gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Upper right coolant pipe bolts 5 4 Dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Upper left coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Manual gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Upper left coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Front coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Manual gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Front coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Rear coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Manual gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Rear coolant pipe bolts 9 7 Dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Coolant temperature sender bolts 9 7 Manual gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Coolant temperature sender bolts 9 7 Dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler roller bolt 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idler roller nut 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Poly V-belt tensioning device bolt 50 37
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Tensioning roller stud 15 11
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Tensioning pulley nut 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel pressure sender 100 74
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel temperature sender 2 1
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel return line bolt 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel filter bracket securing bolt 9 7 With supplementary fuel pump
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel filter bracket securing bolt 18 13 Without supplementary fuel pump
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system Fuel pressure regulating valve 80 59
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system High pressure pump bracket bolts 30 22 Mono-turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Fuel system High pressure line 28 21
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Pressure differential sender bolt 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 60 44
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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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 gas temperature sender 45 33
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Turbo Turbocharger bolts 30 22 Single turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Turbo Turbocharger nuts 24 18 Bi-turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Turbo Turbocharger studs 18 13 Stage 2, Single turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Turbo Turbocharger studs 18 13 Stage 2, Bi-turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Turbo Turbocharger studs 18 13 Stage 3, Bi-turbo
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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EGR Exhaust gas recirculation cooler bolt 13 10
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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EGR Exhaust gas recirculation cooler nuts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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EGR Exhaust gas recirculation cooler bracket bolts 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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EGR Exhaust gas recirculation tube bolts 20 15
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Muffler Front silencer mounting bolts 23 17
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Muffler Rear silencer bracket bolts 60 44
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Diesel particulate filter Particulate filter clip 31 23
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Diesel particulate filter Particulate filter bracket bolts 23 17
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter screw type clamp 8 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Four Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter clamp 8 6 Stage 5
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Front Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Engine support bolt 40 30 Stage 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Front Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter bolts 23 17 Stage 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Front Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter nut 40 30 Stage 8
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Front Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter bolt 40 30 Stage 9
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • Front Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter clamp 8 6 Stage 4
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • All Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter bolt 40 30 Stage 5
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • All Wheel Drive
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter bolts 20 15 Stage 6
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
  • All Wheel Drive
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake pedal Gas pedal module nuts 10 7
  • 2.0L Diesel Engine
  • CXEC
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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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