expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
M14 × 1,5 screws
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
M18 × 1,5 screws
199.14 lbf⋅ft199.14 lbf⋅ft270 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Front axle brake mounting
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Pressure line at steering gear
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Steering gear
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Steering gear heat protection plate
5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Track rod end on track rod
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 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
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
On stub axle
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
At the gearbox
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreFront
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage
125.39 lbf⋅ft125.39 lbf⋅ft170 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 Sharan 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 Sharan 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 2003 Volkswagen Sharan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2003 Volkswagen Sharan generations
In 2003 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Sharan. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.