I'm contemplating removing and greasing Rear Beam Axle Pivot Bolt (https://volkswagen.7zap.com/en/rdw/polo ... 00-500020/) however I understand that they must be replaced when changing bush.
The tightening procedure, according to Haynes manual, is Step1 tighten to 45Nm (33 lbf ft), Step2 Angle tighten a further 90 Degrees.
Question : Does Step2 just remove bolt 'stretch' and would it be safe after greasing to just tighten bolt to 45Nm?
Grateful for any advice.
Regards and Thanks
Brian.
Rear Beam Axle Bolt.
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Re: Rear Beam Axle Bolt.
Yes, step 2 streches out the bolt.
In my country, and near by countries they always re-use old bolts for subframe etc.
You can check if the bolt is stretched my running a correct size nut. If it goes all the way to the bottom of the threads with no isue the bolt isn't stretched.
In my country, and near by countries they always re-use old bolts for subframe etc.
You can check if the bolt is stretched my running a correct size nut. If it goes all the way to the bottom of the threads with no isue the bolt isn't stretched.