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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Brake drum 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake caliper 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 125.39 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake disc 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel brake cylinder 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle wheel speed sensor 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
Center 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
2.8 VR 6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 138 HP engine (1995.11–2000.4) 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
Vehicles manufactured after 01.1996 125.39 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1996 Volkswagen Transporter Van 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 Van 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 1996 Volkswagen Transporter Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1996 Volkswagen Transporter Van generations

In 1996 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Van. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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