2014 Volkswagen CC front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Brake hose	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


All Volkswagen gasoline vr-6 3.6 Liters BWS engines	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Use new screws.
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 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


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreSteering column


M8 × 30 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSteering wheel


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m


Track rod end on track rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut bearing pedestal

expand_moreM8 × 26 screws


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 1. Wheel suspension, Front axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 1.


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

Figure 2. Wheel suspension, Front axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 2.


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nut.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nut.

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


Aluminium forged transverse control arm	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Cast-iron wishbone	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
From sheet metal	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe

expand_moreM12


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreBearing pedestal on the chassis

expand_moreM10


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM12


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreM10 × 70 screws


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM12 × 100 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreOn stub axle

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 3. Wheel suspension, Wheel hub wheel bearing, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 3.


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

Figure 4. Wheel suspension, Wheel hub wheel bearing, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 4.


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Torx screws	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


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 2014 Volkswagen CC 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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