1997 Volkswagen Transporter Van front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


PR code 1LA	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
PR code 1LB	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePR code 1LE


Nuts	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Screws	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m


PR code 1LP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
PR code 1LU	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


PR code 1LB	261.83 lbf⋅ft261.83 lbf⋅ft355 N⋅m
Otherwise	206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


2.5 TDI Syncro with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 101 HP engine (1996.1–2003.4)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
2.5 TDI Syncro with diesel straight-5 2.5 L 101 HP engine (1996.1–2003.4)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
2.8 VR 6 with gasoline vr-6 2.8 L 138 HP engine (1995.11–2000.4)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Wheel speed sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


M8	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
M10	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


Vehicles manufactured after 1996	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.


Track rod end on track rod	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock absorber


At the transverse control arm	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_more2.5 with gasoline straight-5 2.5 L 109 HP engine (1990.11–2003.4)


At the gearbox	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreOn wheel hub


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


Center	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Otherwise	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreSupporting bottom joint on the suspension strut mounting


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Screws must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSupporting top joint on the suspension strut mounting


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Parts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreUpper transverse control arm


M12 × 1,5 screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M14	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

expand_moreTrack control arm lower


M12 × 1,5 screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
M14	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.

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


Vehicles manufactured after 01.1996	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 1997 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.

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Service Intervals

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1997 Volkswagen Transporter Van generations

In 1997 Volkswagen offered 2 generations of the Transporter Van. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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1997 Volkswagen Transporter Van generations

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