Volkswagen PASSAT Repair Manual page 288

Steering
Universal joint shaft
Steering gear
Tie rod joint
Subframe front and rear 70 Nm (52 ft lb) and turn 90 further
Rear subframe bracket
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25 Nm (18 ft lb) halves
30 Nm (22 ft lb)
35 Nm (26 ft lb)
65 Nm (48 ft lb)
Installing
Install in reverse order.
- Check position of steering wheel and, if
necessary, align front end.
Note:
When lifting the engine/transmission assembly
guide the lower half of the universal joint shaft -A-
into the upper half -B- at the same time (second
mechanic necessary).
Coat boot with lubricant, e.g. soft soap, before
pulling onto steering gear.
Tightening torques:
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