expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreM14
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
45°45°45°
M16
191.77 lbf⋅ft191.77 lbf⋅ft260 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M14
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
M8
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Rear axle brake wear sensor
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 leaf spring front
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced. Re-tighten.
Second stage
180°180°180°
M16 × 1,5 screws
136.45 lbf⋅ft136.45 lbf⋅ft185 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced. Re-tighten.
expand_moreRear axle leaf spring rear
M12 × 1,5 screws
62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
M16 × 1,5 screws
136.45 lbf⋅ft136.45 lbf⋅ft185 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreOn frame
M14 × 110 screws
78.18 lbf⋅ft78.18 lbf⋅ft106 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M14 × 160 screws
99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreOn rear axle
M12
78.18 lbf⋅ft78.18 lbf⋅ft106 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M14
99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Rear axle strap
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
Rear axle drive shaft
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
expand_moreOn rear axle
M10
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
M12
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
78.18 lbf⋅ft78.18 lbf⋅ft106 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreLeaf spring
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
expand_moreFront
expand_moreM12
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
180°180°180°
M16
136.45 lbf⋅ft136.45 lbf⋅ft185 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreRear spring on spring shackle
M12
62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M16
136.45 lbf⋅ft136.45 lbf⋅ft185 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSpring shackle on spring bracket
M12
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M16
136.45 lbf⋅ft136.45 lbf⋅ft185 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSpring clamp
Total weight 3000 kg
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Total weight 3500 kg
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Total weight 5000 kg
118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame
78.18 lbf⋅ft78.18 lbf⋅ft106 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreAxle shaft on the wheel hub
Total weight 5000 kg
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheel bearing unit on the rear axle
Total weight 3000 kg
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Total weight 3500 kg
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreTotal weight 5000 kg
expand_moreInner grooved nuts
First stage
221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Second stage
180° detach
Third stage
set without play
Fourth stage
45° detach
Outer grooved nuts
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel attachment
Nuts
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
expand_moreScrews
With aluminium rims
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
With steel rims
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 Volkswagen Crafter Box 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 Crafter Box 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 2006 Volkswagen Crafter Box you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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