2012 Volkswagen Passat Sedan NMS front suspension fastener tightening specifications

in your garage to make future searches easy.

Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
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


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m


Track rod end on track rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut bearing pedestal


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_moreCentral screws

expand_moreBi-hexagon

Figure 1. Wheel suspension, Front axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWithout ribbing
See figure 1.


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

Figure 2. Wheel suspension, Front axle drive shaft, Central screws, Bi-hexagon.

expand_moreWith ribbing
See figure 2.


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


Aluminium forged transverse control arm	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Cast-iron wishbone	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
From sheet metal	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFront


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

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 2012 Volkswagen Passat Sedan NMS 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.

Chassis Specifications

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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 Passat Sedan NMS 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 2012 Volkswagen Passat Sedan NMS you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2012 Volkswagen Passat Sedan NMS First generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

Table of Contents

Conquer your fears and never give up!

Volkswagen Passat Sedan NMS First generation model years

Suggest edit