Timing Belt Kit Torque Specs

for 1998 Volkswagen Passat 4.0L W8 · FWD

Units

5 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Critical

63 lb-ft · 86 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Critical

Use holder

150 lb-ft · 203 Nm

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Idler Bolt

Critical

35 lb-ft · 47 Nm

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Tensioner Bolt

Critical

40 lb-ft · 55 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts

Critical

12 lb-ft · 16 Nm

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