2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta Kickdown Cable Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 Volkswagen Jetta

Labor Time:1.1 hours

Torque Values (9 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	34	25	Use new washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	34	25	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	Torque in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for kickdown cable on a 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta is 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).

There are 9 torque specifications for kickdown cable on the 2011-2018 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.