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
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 before 1995
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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 before 12.1995
118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1990 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.
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 1990 Volkswagen Transporter Van you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1990 Volkswagen Transporter Van generations
In 1990 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.