Transmission Tightening Specifications
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NOTE:
The tightening specifications apply only to lightly greased, oiled, phosphated or blackened nuts and bolts.
Additional lubricant such as engine or transmission oil may be used, but do not use graphite lubricant.
Do not use any ungreased parts.
Tightening specification tolerance ± 15%.
Replace the bolts that were tightened with an additional turn.
Replace the self-locking nuts and bolts, sealing rings, seals and O-rings.
Secure all hose connections with hose clamps of the same type as those equipped by the factory. Refer to the parts information.
When installing, bring all cable ties back to same positions.
| Component | Nm | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolts and nuts | M6 | 9 | |
| M7 | 15 | ||
| M8 | 20 | ||
| M10 | 40 | ||
| M12 | 65 | ||
S tronic Transmission on the TSFI-Engine
| Item | Bolt | Nm |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 1) and 4 | M12x55 | 80 |
| 5, 6, and 7 | M10x50 | 40 |
| 8 | M12x70 2) | 80 |
| A | Alignment sleeve for centering | |
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S tronic Transmission on the TDI Engine
| Item | Bolt | Nm |
|---|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 1) | M12x55 | 80 |
| 4 | M12x65 | 80 |
| 5, 6, and 7 | M10x50 | 40 |
| 8 | M12 x 70 | 80 |
| A | Alignment sleeve for centering | |
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