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		3.2L MPI Engine
Alternator	Alternator to Bracket for ancillaries	23	17		3.2L MPI Engine
Starter	Starter to Dual clutch gearbox	40	30		3.2L MPI Engine
Starter	Terminal B+ to Starter	16	12		3.2L MPI Engine
Starter	Positive cables to Positive terminal	15	11		3.2L MPI Engine
Radiator	Coolant pipe to Bracket	10	7		3.2L MPI Engine
Radiator	Radiator cowl to Radiator	5	4		3.2L MPI Engine
Air conditioning	Air conditioner compressor to Bracket for air conditioner compressor	25	18		3.2L MPI Engine
Belt tensioner/Timing chains	Tensioning roller to Bracket for ancillaries	50	37		3.2L MPI 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

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