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Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber|Service and Repair > < Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf )|Front|Page 5535

New Beetle L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP) (2003)

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Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Specifications

Fastener/location Tightening torques
Shock absorber to rear axle ................................................................................................................................  40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn

Use new nuts!

Load rear of vehicle with one person when tightening
Shock absorber to body ...................................................................................................................................  30 Nm (22.1 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn

Use new bolts!

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