2016 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
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


FN3 brake calipers	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
FS III brake calipers	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	91.46 lbf⋅ft91.46 lbf⋅ft124 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Front axle brake disc	3.32 lbf⋅ft3.32 lbf⋅ft4.5 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Pressure line at steering gear	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Steering column	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


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


Steering gear heat protection plate	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering wheel


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 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°

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 2.0 Liters CDLJ engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters CWYA engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters DAJA engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters DAJB engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Track rod on steering gear	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced. Tighten new screws crosswise.

expand_moreSecond stage


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

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

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°


Support joint at the transverse control arm	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreWheel attachment


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	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 2016 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback 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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Service Intervals

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2016 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations

In 2016 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Polo Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Fourth generation facelift

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