Mechanical Specifications

Component Torque

Axle Nut [1]
Ball Joint To Control Arm Bolts 20 Nm.. (15 ft.lbs.) 90°
Ball Joint To Wheel Bearing Housing Nuts 45 Nm. (33 ft. lbs.) [2]
Stabilizer Bar Link Rod To Control Arm Nuts 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.) [2]
Strut To Wheel Bearing Housing Nuts 60 Nm. (44 ft. lbs.)[3]

[1] Torque to 300 Nm. (221 ft. lbs.), then loosen 1/2 turn.
Using VAG 1759 Angle Measuring Wrench. Torque to 50 Nm. (37 Ft.lbs.), then an additional 45°.

[2] Replace with new self locking nut.

[3] Turn 90° further. Never turn less than 90°. Always replace with new nut. Turning angle tolerance 90° to 120°.