2001 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


With power steering	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Without power steering	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 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


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.

expand_morePressure line at steering gear


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Return line to steering gear	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

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_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
Track rod on steering gear	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 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	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
+90° angular torsion


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

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreTop


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

expand_moreBottom


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws and 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.


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
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°

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


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

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreBall joint


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


Coupling bars	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreStabiliser


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

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm


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

expand_moreStub axle


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


With 13" chassis	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreWith 14" chassis


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

expand_moreWith 15" chassis


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

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 2001 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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2001 Volkswagen Polo Hatchback generations

In 2001 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.

Third generation facelift

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