2018 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake

expand_moreBrake anchor plate


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


Brake drum	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle bleeder valve

expand_moreVolkswagen gasoline straight-5 2.5 Liters CCCA 168 HP


With disc brake	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
With drum brake	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Rear axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle brake disc


Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.6 Liters CAYC 103 HP at 4400 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CVCA 148 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen diesel straight-4 2.0 Liters CUUB 148 HP at 3500 RPM, 340 N⋅m at 1750 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CZDA 148 HP at 5000 RPM, 250 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTHD 158 HP at 5500 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CAVD 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CTKA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CNWA 158 HP at 5800 RPM, 240 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CPRA 168 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CULC 217 HP at 4500 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1500 RPM	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Rear axle brake hose	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Rear axle brake wear sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle steering

expand_moreRear axle track rod

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreOn axle

expand_moreWith composite rear axle


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


With multiple-steering axle	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Rear axle shock absorber piston rod	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_morePanhard rods

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreRear axle Panhard rod diagonal trussing


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

expand_moreRear axle carrier

expand_moreBearing pedestal


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreFirst stage


First step	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second step	90°90°90°


Second stage	360° detach

expand_moreThird stage


First step	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm

expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSteering knuckle


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

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


At the subframe	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreOn stub axle


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

expand_moreTrack control arm upper


At the subframe	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

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 2018 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan 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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2018 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan First generation Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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