2000 Audi A3 Quattro engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Servo pump pulley	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_more1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Use new seals.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_more1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)


First stage	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	270°270°270°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreCharge air pipes


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


On exhaust manifold	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


At the turbocharger	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line


Banjo screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant return line


Banjo screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


At the oil filter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
At the turbocharger	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Support	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Banjo screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


At the turbocharger	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	6.54 in6.54 in166 mm
All other modifications	4.53 in4.53 in115 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge

expand_more1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)


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

expand_moreValve cover


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace bolt.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8 screws (class 10.9)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreM8 screws (class 8.8)


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

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_more1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel


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


Flywheel cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Camshaft adjuster	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


Nuts	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


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

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


Central camshaft screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
With hydraulic tensioning device
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
do not dismantle

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Toothed belt guard center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


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


All other modifications	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_more1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


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


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
On the engine block	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


Charge air pressure sensor	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


On chassis	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
On engine bracket	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Strut	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Strut	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.


Exhaust manifold heat shields	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the turbocharger	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel filter bracket


1.9 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 1.9 L 129 HP engine (2000.8–2003.5)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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 2000 Audi A3 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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2000 Audi A3 Quattro generations

In 2000 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3 Quattro. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation facelift

Type 8L1

2000 Audi A3 Quattro First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2000 Audi A3 Quattro generations

First generation facelift

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