2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Sedan front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Brake hose	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


All other modifications	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 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
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle

expand_moreAll other modifications


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 axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
+90° angular torsion
On frame	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

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 Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ALH engines


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Volkswagen diesel straight-4 1.9 Liters ATD engines

expand_moreAt the gearbox

expand_moreM8


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

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_moreAll other modifications


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 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 stub axle


1.9 TDI with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 89 HP at 3750 RPM, 210 N⋅m at 1900 RPM engine (1998.1–2004.6)	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Sedan 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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