Audi A3 2 (2003-2012) Torque Spec Settings

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Audi A3 2 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for Audi A3 2

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to
Wheels	Wheel bolts	120	89	type 8L only
Wheels	Wheel bolts	120	89	type 8L only
Wheels	Wheel bolts	140	103	except 8L
Wheels	Wheel bolts	140	103	except 8L

To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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All Torque Settings in Tables

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to
Alternator	Alternator B+ terminal	16	12		1.4L TFSI Engine
Alternator	Alternator to Engine	25	18		1.4L TFSI Engine
Starter	Starter to Gearbox	80	59	with dual clutch gearbox	1.4L TFSI Engine
Starter	Starter to Gearbox	80	59	with manual gearbox	1.4L TFSI Engine
Starter	Terminal B+ to Starter	16	12	with dual clutch gearbox	1.4L TFSI Engine
Starter	Terminal B+ to Starter	16	12	with manual gearbox	1.4L TFSI Engine
Air conditioning	Air conditioner compressor to Bracket for air conditioner compressor	25	18		1.4L TFSI Engine

Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to

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Part	Description	Torque (Nm)	Torque (ft/lbs)	Remarks	Applies to