2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Brake line	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


FN3 brake calipers	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
FNR brake calipers	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


2FNR 44 brake calipers	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
FN3 brake calipers	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 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
Replace nut.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Pressure line at steering gear	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Return line to steering gear	23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Sealing rings must be replaced.

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


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


Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn stub axle

expand_moreM12


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Second step	180°180°180°

expand_moreM14


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°


On chassis	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreCentral nuts


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

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


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

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


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

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 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 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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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2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis generations

In 2003 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Flatbed and Chassis. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

T4 GP (T4 facelift)

Type 70XD

2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis T5 Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2003 Volkswagen Transporter Flatbed and Chassis generations

T4 GP (T4 facelift)

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