2013 Audi A3 Cabriolet Quattro engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Vacuum pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.


High-pressure pump pulley	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°


Fan wheel	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreBearing pedestal


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Camshaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Oil pump drive chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Coolant pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


With combustion chamber pressure sensor	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Without combustion chamber pressure sensor	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m


Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreSubframe


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque support bracket

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system


Differential pressure sensor lines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 Audi A3 Cabriolet Quattro user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Audi warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2013 Audi A3 Cabriolet Quattro Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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