2001 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 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

expand_moreLower steering column joint


M8 × 28 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


M14 × 1,5 screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear


M16 × 1,5 screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Track rod end on stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


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

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreBottom


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Top	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_more1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 148 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (2000.5–2005.6)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	30°30°30°

expand_moreHexagon head screws


First stage	177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	180° detach
Fourth stage	177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBi-hexagon nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreHexagon head screws


First stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the axle control arm


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

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreAt the subframe


Stabiliser	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreWishbone


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

expand_moreBall joint

expand_moreScrews


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


Nuts	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreCoupling bars


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

expand_moreTransverse control arm


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


Stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreFirst stage


First step	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second step	90°90°90°


Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	Turn the wheel hub 180°.

expand_moreFourth stage


First step	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	Turn the wheel hub 180°.

expand_moreFourth stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step	60°60°60°

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 2001 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 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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2001 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Fourth generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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