2012 Volkswagen Caddy Van rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


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
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Rear axle brake disc	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreTop (M14)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBottom (M12)


First stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreHexagon


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 1. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 1.


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

Figure 2. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 2.


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°


M10 screws	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
M8 screws	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Rear axle stabilizer mounting	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreAll-wheel drive

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreLeaf spring

expand_moreFront


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreRear


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn rear axle

expand_moreSpring clamp


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreLeaf spring


Front	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreRear


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn rear axle

expand_moreSpring clamp


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreStabilizer bar, rear axle on frame


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSteering knuckle


First stage	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreAll-wheel drive

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreOn rear axle

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

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 2012 Volkswagen Caddy Van 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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