expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
All other modifications
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
At the brake caliper
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 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 suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreBottom
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTop
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
Combined steering axle
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreRear axle carrier stiffening plate
On chassis
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Rear axle stabilizer mounting
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreSubframe
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
Central nuts
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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