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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
Bleed valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
At the brake caliper 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Brake line 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper
FN3 brake calipers 22.13 lbf⋅ft
FNR brake calipers 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 132.76 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreFront axle brake disc
2FNR 44 brake calipers 14.75 lbf⋅ft
FN3 brake calipers 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_moreLower steering column joint
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
Second stage 90°
Pressure line at steering gear 23.6 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
Return line to steering gear 23.6 lbf⋅ft
Sealing rings must be replaced.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
Track rod end on track rod 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Track rod on steering gear 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreOn stub axle
expand_moreM12
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Second step 180°
expand_moreM14
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
On chassis 59 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180° detach.
Third stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 132.76 lbf⋅ft

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.

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 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis 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 Transporter Flatbed and Chassis you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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.

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