2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle Subframe Torque Specs

2.5L I5

Applies to 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Volkswagen Beetle

Labor Time:8.1 hours

Torque Values (7 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	88	65	—
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	115	85	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for subframe on a 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft).

There are 7 torque specifications for subframe on the 2012-2019 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5L I5, covering all related fasteners and components.