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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINECYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRCYLINDER HEAD OVERVIEW
2012 Volkswagen GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Cylinder Head Overview
2012 Volkswagen GTI (5K1) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Cylinder Head Overview
Cylinder Head Overview
• Replace the cylinder head bolts.
• Always replace self-locking nuts, bolts which have been tightened to a torque angle as well as gaskets and O-rings.
• The plastic protectors installed to protect the open valves must only be removed immediately before installing the cylinder head.
• When replacing the cylinder head or cylinder head gasket, the coolant must be completely replaced.
1 Cylinder Head Gasket
• Always replace.
• Note the installed position: Parts number to the cylinder head.
2 Bolt
• 25 Nm
3 Transport Strap
4 Bolt
• Tightening sequence, refer to => [ Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence ].
5 Cylinder Head
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Cylinder Head ] Cylinder Head.
• Checking for distortion, refer to => [ Checking the Cylinder head for Distortion ].
6 Bolt
• Always replace.
• Follow the sequence when loosening, refer to => [ Loosening the Cylinder Head Bolts ].
• Observe the sequence for tightening, refer to => [ Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence ].
7 O-ring
• Always replace.
• Lubricate with engine oil.
8 Ball Stud
• 5 Nm
• With ball head for the engine cover.
9 Cap
• With a seal.
10 O-ring
• Always replace.
• Lubricate with engine oil.
11 Sealing Plug
12 Bracket
13 Bolt
• 9 Nm
14 Heat Shield
15 Bolt
• 20 Nm
16 Bolt
• 20 Nm
17 to the Intake Hose/Turbocharger
18 Ventilation Pipe
19 O-ring
• No replacement part.
20 Seal
• No replacement part.
21 Engine Cover
22 Bolt
• Tightening sequence, refer to => [ Crankcase Ventilation Bolt Tightening Sequence ].
23 Crankcase Ventilation
• Observe the sequence for tightening, refer to => [ Crankcase Ventilation Bolt Tightening Sequence ].
24 to the Intake Manifold
25 Gasket
• No replacement part.
26 Gasket
• Replace if damaged.
27 Vacuum Pump
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Vacuum Pump ] Vacuum Pump.
28 Bolt
• 9 Nm
29 Bolt
• 9 Nm
• For engine code CBFA only.
30 Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve (N112)
• For engine code CBFA only.
31 Gasket
• Always replace.
• For engine code CBFA only.
32 Mounting Plate
33 Bolt
• 9 Nm
34 Connection
35 O-ring
• Always replace.
• Coat with coolant.
36 Bolt
• 25 Nm
37 Transport Strap
38 Bolt
• 9 Nm
39 Camshaft Position Sensor (G40)
40 Partition Plate
Crankcase Ventilation Bolt Tightening Sequence
- Tighten the crankcase ventilation bolts in sequence - 1 through 10 - to 11 Nm.
Loosening the Cylinder Head Bolts
- Remove the bolts - arrows -.
- Loosen the cylinder head bolts in sequence - 1 through 5 -.
Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
- Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence - 1 through 5 -.
- Tighten the bolts to 40 Nm.
- Tighten the bolts an additional 90° (1/4) turn.
- Tighten the bolts an additional 90° (1/4) turn.
- Tighten the bolts - arrows - to 8 Nm.
- Tighten the bolts - arrows - an additional 90° (1/4) turn.
Checking the Cylinder head for Distortion
- Check the cylinder head at several locations for distortion using the straight edge 500 mm (VAS 6075) and a feeler gauge.
• Maximum permissible distortion: 0.05 mm
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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.