expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreFirst stage
First step
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second step
90°90°90°
Third stage
90° detach
expand_moreFourth stage
First step
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Second step
90°90°90°
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 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.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Audi A3 Quattro service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2000 Audi A3 Quattro you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2000 Audi A3 Quattro generations
In 2000 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3 Quattro. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.