Adjusting friction torque: VW Sharan I / SEAT Alhambra

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan I / SEAT Alhambra (7M)

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Screw on 12-point nut for shaft bevel gear.
2. Tighten 12-point nut to 120 Nm, measure friction torque and if necessary increase tightening torque until specified friction torque is attained. — 120 Nm (89 lb-ft)
3. Turn torque wrenchV.A.G 1332 to right to tighten.
4. Use 1/2" to 3/4" adapter. [Note: Increase torque setting slowly and check friction torque at regular intervals. If the prescribed friction torque is exceeded, the spacer sleeve must be renewed and the adjustment repeated. A spacer sleeve which has been compressed too much cannot be reused.]

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