What are the front suspension & driveline torque specs for a 1990 MK2 Golf?

Per the VW factory workshop manual (ELSA), the 1990 MK2 Golf front suspension & driveline torque specifications are: Key values include: Constant velocity (CV) joint to drive flange socket-head bolt at 45 Nm; Drive axle to front hub self-locking nut at 265 Nm; Drive shaft to transaxle drive flange at 45 Nm. Full per-engine breakdown on this page.

What torque wrench setting do I need for MK2 Golf front suspension & driveline?

Torque wrench settings vary by component. Key values include: Constant velocity (CV) joint to drive flange socket-head bolt at 45 Nm; Drive axle to front hub self-locking nut at 265 Nm; Drive shaft to transaxle drive flange at 45 Nm. Full per-engine breakdown on this page. Always use a calibrated torque wrench and follow the tightening sequence specified in the VW workshop manual.

Are MK2 Golf front suspension & driveline torque values the same for all engine codes?

Not always. The 1990 MK2 Golf has 14 engine variants (KR, PL, 9A, HZ, NZ, HK, 1V, 1H, PG, PF, RV, 1P, RP, 1Y). Some front suspension & driveline torque values differ between engines — check the per-engine column on this page for your specific engine code.

Where do these MK2 Golf torque specifications come from?

Every torque value on this page is sourced directly from the Volkswagen Golf Mk2 Factory Workshop Manual (ELSA). Type 19 Specialists cross-references these against known errata and technical service bulletins.

Do I need to use stretch bolts for MK2 Golf front suspension & driveline?

Some front suspension & driveline fasteners on the MK2 Golf are torque-to-yield (stretch) bolts requiring a torque + angle sequence. These are indicated in the specifications table with a degree symbol (°) after the initial Nm value. Stretch bolts must not be reused.

Model year 1990 · Front Suspension & Driveline

Front Suspension & Driveline

Hub nut, ball joints, control arms, struts, tie rods, anti-roll bar, CV joints.

12 components 16 distinct torque values 14 engines applicable

Source VW Golf Mk2 Factory Workshop Manual (ELSA) Last updated 17 June 2026

This page lists factory torque specifications for front suspension & driveline on the 1990 Volkswagen Golf Mk2. It covers 12 components across 14 engine variants (KR, PL, 9A, HZ, NZ, HK, 1V, 1H, PG, PF, RV, 1P, RP, 1Y), with 16 distinct torque values sourced from the VW ELSA factory workshop manual. All values are given in Newton metres (Nm) with imperial equivalents where applicable.

Driveshaft & Hubs

Constant velocity (CV) joint to drive flange socket-head bolt
- 45 Nm (33 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Drive axle to front hub self-locking nut
- 265 Nm (195 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Drive shaft to transaxle drive flange
- 45 Nm (33 ft·lb) All 14 engines

Front Suspension

Control arm ball joint clamping bolt bolt and nut
- 50 Nm (37 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Front control arm mount to subframe bolt
- 130 Nm (96 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Front suspension strut to wheel bearing housing hex-head bolt and 18 mm nut
- 95 Nm (70 ft·lb) All 14 engines
- 80 Nm (59 ft·lb) hex-head bolt and 19 mm nut All 14 engines
Front suspension strut top mounting flange self-locking nut
- 60 Nm (44 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Outer tie rod end stud to steering arm self-locking nut
- 35 Nm (26 ft·lb) All 14 engines
- 50 Nm (37 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Power steering hoses hose union
- 20 Nm (15 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Stabilizer bar bushing clamp to subframe bolt
- 25 Nm (18 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Steering column housing clamping bolt socket-head bolt
- 10 Nm (87 in·lb) All 14 engines
- 30 Nm (22 ft·lb) All 14 engines
- 40 Nm (30 ft·lb) All 14 engines
Subframe to body
- 130 Nm (96 ft·lb) All 14 engines