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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
expand_moreBrake anchor plate
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Brake drum 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle bleeder valve
With disc brake 7.38 lbf⋅ft
With drum brake 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake caliper 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Rear axle brake hose 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake wear sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreOn axle
expand_moreWith composite rear axle
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
With multiple-steering axle 132.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_morePanhard rods
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreRear axle Panhard rod diagonal trussing
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreBearing pedestal
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreFirst stage
First step 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second step 90°
Second stage 360° detach
expand_moreThird stage
First step 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSteering knuckle
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
At the subframe 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
At the subframe 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 132.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 103.26 lbf⋅ft

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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2018 Volkswagen Beetle A5 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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