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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox (M10)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAt the gearbox (M8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHexagon
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCentral screws with ribbing
expand_moreBi-hexagon
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCentral screws without ribbing
expand_moreBi-hexagon
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSecond stage
M10 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M8 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHexagon
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCentral screws with ribbing
expand_moreBi-hexagon
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCentral screws without ribbing
expand_moreBi-hexagon
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Audi A3 RS3 Sportback 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 RS3 Sportback 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 2012 Audi A3 RS3 Sportback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

Audi A3 RS3 Sportback First generation model years

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