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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLYSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSCYLINDER HEAD TORQUE
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Cylinder Head Torque
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Cylinder Head Torque
CYLINDER HEAD:

Tightening Torques [1]:
Stage I: 40 Nm (30 ft lb)
Stage II: 60 Nm (44 ft lb)
Stage III: plus 1/4 turn (90°)
Stage IV: plus 1/4 turn (9O°)
Camshaft Bearing Caps:
20 Nm (15 ft lb)
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[1]: Always replace the cylinder head bolts. They are stretch-type bolts designed to be used only once. Tighten the new head bolts in stages using the sequence shown.
Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence:
Tightening Torques [1]:
Stage I: 40 Nm (30 ft lb)
Stage II: 60 Nm (44 ft lb)
Stage III: plus 1/4 turn (90°)
Stage IV: plus 1/4 turn (9O°)
Camshaft Bearing Caps:
20 Nm (15 ft lb)
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[1]: Always replace the cylinder head bolts. They are stretch-type bolts designed to be used only once. Tighten the new head bolts in stages using the sequence shown.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.