2016 Volkswagen Golf Convertible front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 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


Guide screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CXSB engines


On stub axle	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing

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

expand_moreAll Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters CXSB engines

expand_moreAt the steering gear


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


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 2016 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.

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