Audi A3 2 (2003-2012) Torque Spec Settings

M 93 (talk) 16:05, 1 January 2009 (UTC), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

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
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89 type 8L only
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Wheels Wheel bolts 140 103 except 8L
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Wheels Wheel bolts 140 103 except 8L
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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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  • Production years: 2003 - 2012
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Alternator Alternator B+ terminal 16 12
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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Alternator Alternator to Bracket for ancillaries 23 17
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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Starter Starter to Gearbox 80 59
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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Starter Terminal B+ to Starter 16 12
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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Starter Terminal B+ to Starter 16 12 with dual clutch gearbox
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Tensioner for poly V-belt to Bracket for ancillaries 23 17
  • 2.0L TFSI Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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

steering torque settings

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

exhaust torque settings

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

brakes torque settings

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

suspension torque settings

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

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a A3 2

M 93 (talk) 16:06, 1 January 2009 (UTC), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons


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