1996 Volkswagen LT Bus Second generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Brake wear sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Front axle brake caliper | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Front axle brake caliper mounting support | 140.14 lbf⋅ft |
| Front axle brake disc | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Lower steering column joint | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Steering gear | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Track rod end on stub axle | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| Lock nuts | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Track rod on steering gear | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| On chassis | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| Screw head diameter 25,5 mm | 136.45 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Screw head diameter 27,5 mm | 169.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| Stabiliser mounting at the axle control arm | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Stabilizer mounting at the subframe | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| Support joint at the stub axle | 213.89 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| M10 | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 110.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Leaf spring | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| At the subframe | 103.26 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Wheel bearing locking nuts | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Volkswagen LT Bus 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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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 LT Bus 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 1996 Volkswagen LT Bus you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1996 Volkswagen LT Bus generations
In 1996 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the LT Bus. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.