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
Vacuum pump	Vacuum unit to Intake manifold	3	2		2.0L FSI Engine
Alternator	Alternator B+ terminal	16	12		2.0L FSI Engine
Alternator	Alternator to Bracket for ancillaries	23	17		2.0L FSI Engine
Starter	Starter to Gearbox	80	59		2.0L FSI Engine
Starter	Terminal B+ to Starter	16	12		2.0L FSI Engine
Radiator	Coolant pipe to Bracket	20	15		2.0L FSI Engine
Belt tensioner/Timing chains	Tensioner for poly V-belt to Bracket for ancillaries	23	17		2.0L FSI 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