expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
FN3 brake calipers
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
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
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreShock absorber
On chassis
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M14 × 1,5 screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreScrews (M12 × 1,5)
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Nuts (M14 × 1,5)
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreBall joint
Nuts
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreScrews
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreCoupling bars
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stabiliser (M8)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreWishbone (M12 × 1,5)
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
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
slacken
Third stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage
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 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 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.
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 New Beetle Convertible 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 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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