2016 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Convertible front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Brake hose	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Brake wear sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Clean the thread.

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


All Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Steering column	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Steering gear heat protection plate	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering wheel


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Track rod end on track rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Support joint at the stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Convertible user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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