expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2001.5–2005.5)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts
First stage
221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
360° detach
Third stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage
30°30°30°
expand_moreHexagon head screws
First stage
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Third stage
180° detach
Fourth stage
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Fifth stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
180° detach
Fourth stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the axle control arm
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stub axle
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreFirst stage
First step
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second step
90°90°90°
Second stage
180° detach
Third stage
Turn the wheel hub 180°.
expand_moreFourth stage
First step
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Second step
90°90°90°
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
180° detach
Third stage
Turn the wheel hub 180°.
expand_moreFourth stage
First step
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step
60°60°60°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 Volkswagen Bora Wagon 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.
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 Bora Wagon 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 2002 Volkswagen Bora Wagon you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Volkswagen Bora Wagon First generation model years