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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
Front axle brake caliper 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 92.2 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake disc 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Steering gear 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Track rod end on stub axle 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSuspension strut
Top 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreBottom
Code range 18 mm 70.07 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Code range 19 mm 59 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheel suspension
Wheel hub wheel bearing 169.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 81.13 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1987 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 Hatchback 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 1987 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1987 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback generations

In 1987 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Golf Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Second generation model years

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