2011 Volkswagen Bora Wagon 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

expand_moreBrake hose

expand_moreAt the brake caliper


2FNR 44 brake calipers	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
FS III brake calipers	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
Front axle brake disc	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

expand_moreLower steering column joint


M8 × 28 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


M14 × 1,5 screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear

expand_moreAll other modifications


M16 × 1,5 screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreSteering gear


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


Steering gear heat protection plate	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 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_moreBottom


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Top	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

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 2011 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.

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2011 Volkswagen Bora Wagon First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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