This page contains some useful correct torque settings for bolts/nuts. All figures are in Nm.
It is not complete and is subject to change. Last update 15/05/2012.
Engine
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Sump Plug | 30 |
| Oil Filter | 20 |
| Spark Plugs | 30 |
| Lambda probe | 50 |
| Valve Cover bolts | 10 |
| Crank bolt with spanner for vib. damper 2079 | 350 |
| Crank bolt without spanner for vib. damper 2079 | 450 |
| Cylinder head bolts Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 | 40 60 half turn (180 degrees) |
| Thermostat housing bolts | 10 |
| Exhaust manifold nuts (to head) | 25 |
| Exhaust downpipe to turbo | 30 |
| Exhaust downpipe to corrugated pipe | 25 |
| Exhaust downpipe to catalyst | 25 |
| Power Steering bracket bolts | 20 |
| Alternator bolts | 45 |
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Road Wheel bolt | 110 |
| Driveshaft bolt outer M16 M14 | 200 + 90 degrees 120 + 90 degrees |
| Driveshaft bolt inner M8 M10 | 45 80 |
| Guide pin bolt | 35 |
| Pad carrier bolts (front) | 125 |
| Pad carrier bolts (rear) ribbed bolts | 60 80 |
| Ball joint Pinch bolt/nut | 50 |
| Ball joint nuts (with washer) ribbed nuts | 65 85 |
| Subframe bolts - front | M10: 35 Nm + 90 degrees M12: 70 Nm + 90 degrees |
| Subframe bolts - rear | Coupe: 35 Nm + 90 degrees Saloon / avant : 110 Nm + 90 degrees |
| Wishbone bush nuts - front | 40 + 180 degrees |
| Anti roll bar drop link nut | 40 |
| Top strut mount slotted nut | 50 |
| Top strut mount outer nut | 60 |
| Strut insert cap nut - front | 220 |
| Tie Rod to strut nut | 30 |
| Wheel bearing to strut nut/bolt | 110 + 90 degrees |