1998 Volkswagen LT Bus Second generation Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| LT28 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| LT35 | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle brake caliper mounting support | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle brake disc | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle brake wear sensor | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| LT28 and LT35 | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| First stage | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| LT28 and LT35 | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| LT28 and LT35 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| LT28 and LT35 | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and tighten alternately | |
| First step | 132.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Second step | 180° |
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws and nuts must be replaced. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Stabilizer bar, rear axle on frame | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts must be replaced. | |
| Nuts | 368.78 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cap on the rear axle | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws must be replaced. | |
| 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 1998 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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