2000 Audi A3 Quattro transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


AWD clutch oil control screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
AWD clutch oil drain plug	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Drive shaft heat protection plate	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

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°


Second stage	90° detach.

expand_moreThird 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°


Propeller shaft heat protection plate	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft


M10	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	360° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°


M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreClutch pressure plate

expand_moreM6


Dual-mass flywheel	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM7


Flywheel	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Flywheel	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.8 L AJQ engines


Otherwise	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
With concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting

expand_moreGearbox shift lever


All Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Selector cable linkage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Torque converter	42.04 lbf⋅ft42.04 lbf⋅ft57 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.8 L AJQ engines


Otherwise	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


09A gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


With automatic gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
With manual transmission	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreAll other modifications


With automatic gearbox	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
With manual transmission	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines


Otherwise	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.8 L AJQ engines

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


Otherwise	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Overflow pipe	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


Otherwise	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Overflow pipe	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


With automatic gearbox	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filler screws

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines

expand_moreWith manual transmission


Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


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

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreOn chassis


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

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreAt the gearbox bracket


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 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_moreTransfer case

expand_moreBevel gear mounting

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

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Cast iron
Third stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Second stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreTransfer box bracket


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreSecond stage


Cast-iron wishbone on the engine block	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Sheet metal oil sump, central screws on the engine block	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Sheet metal oil sump, top and bottom screws on the engine block	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Cast-iron wishbone on transfer case	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Sheet metal oil sump on the transfer case	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 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.

Maintenance Items

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Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2000 Audi A3 Quattro generations

In 2000 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3 Quattro. Transmission 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 Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2000 Audi A3 Quattro generations

First generation facelift

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