expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreAll other modifications
On stub axle
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Clean the thread.
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
All other modifications
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Steering column
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreSteering gear
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
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
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
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
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Nuts 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
Bolts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
expand_moreM8
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreM10
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreBi-hexagon screws
expand_moreWith ribbing
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWithout ribbing
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
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
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
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreBearing pedestal
expand_moreAt the subframe (M10)
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn chassis (M12)
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 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 2011 Volkswagen Golf Convertible 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 Golf Convertible 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 2011 Volkswagen Golf Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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