Cylinder Head Torque & Sequence

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Cylinder Head Torque & Sequence
CYLINDER HEAD:

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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