2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan lug nut torque is 89 ft-lbs (120 Nm), tightened with a 17mm hex socket on M14x1.5 studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass.

Lug nut torque: 89 ft-lbs (120 Nm) · Socket size: 17mm hex · Thread: M14x1.5.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

For the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, fasteners follow metric standards typical of late-model Volkswagen engineering. Always confirm spec against the factory service manual before tightening safety-critical fasteners (suspension, brake, steering, head bolts).

Common fastener categories on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket bolts (typically 80-130 ft-lbs) and slide/guide pins (18-35 ft-lbs)
Engine oil drain plug torque — rarely above 30 ft-lbs; always use a new crush washer
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts (low torque, often 89-106 in-lbs)
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque (typically 10-15 ft-lbs on aluminum heads — do not exceed)
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2018 model-year work: This era introduced widespread torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts on head, main, and crank pulley fasteners. TTY bolts stretch permanently when torqued and must not be reused — the spec calls for a fresh bolt every time. Always verify TTY status against the FSM before reassembly.

Tools you will need

Metric socket set (8mm-22mm), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Anti-seize on stainless or dissimilar-metal threads; thread-locker (Loctite blue) on critical reassembly

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan is 89 ft-lbs (120 Nm), using a 17mm hex socket on M14x1.5 thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan lug nuts?

The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan uses a 17mm hex socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Volkswagen Tiguan years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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All 10 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both. 3 of the 10 fastener specs on this page are independently verified against OEM service manuals and manufacturer torque data (last reviewed June 2026).

Brakes — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Brake fasteners on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. Front caliper guide pin tightens to 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm), located at the front. This figure is independently verified against OEM service data.

Engine — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. The spark plug, torqued to 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) at the cylinder head. OEM-verified spec. At the engine, the oil drain plug torques to 22 ft-lbs (30 Nm) (19mm hex drive, M14x1.5 thread). Confirmed against manufacturer service literature.

Transmission — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Transmission fasteners on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. At the transmission, the dsg drain plug torques to 45 Nm (33 ft-lbs) (22mm drive, M14 thread). For the transmission, plan for a 10mm tool on a M6 or M8 stud; final torque is 5 Nm + 90° (dsg mechatronic). Transmission fluid pump cover tightens to 8 Nm (6 ft-lbs), takes a 10mm driver, runs on M6 threads, located at the transmission.

Engine - Mounts — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Engine - Mounts fasteners on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. For the engine - mounts, plan for a 19mm tool on a M12 stud; final torque is 60 Nm + 90° (transmission mount to transmission). Dogbone/pendulum mount tightens to 130 Nm (96 ft-lbs), takes a 22mm driver, runs on M14 x 1.5 x 50mm threads, located at the engine - mounts.

Wheel Hardware — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Wheel Hardware fasteners on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. Wheel bolt (lug bolt) tightens to 89 ft-lbs (120 Nm), takes a 17mm hex driver, runs on M14x1.5 threads, located at the all four wheels.

Suspension - Front — 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan

Suspension - Front fasteners on the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The ball joint to control arm uses a 17mm drive on a M10 or M12 thread, torqued to 40 Nm + 45° at the suspension - front.

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then use the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan numbers above.

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