2013 Audi A3 S3 Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from the outside to the inside.

expand_moreIntake manifold support

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


On intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


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


Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


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


Fuel-distributing pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
High-pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_morePressure tube connection


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace components.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace components.

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbo charger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


At the turbocharger	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

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 Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

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_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


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

expand_moreScrew 11

expand_moreFourth stage


First step	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second step	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


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreScrews M8 and M10


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreScrews (M10)

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews (M8)

expand_moreThird stage


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second step	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

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


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

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve

expand_moreExhaust side


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

expand_moreIntake-side


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

expand_moreInlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread


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
Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	for freedom from play

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve

expand_moreExhaust side


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

expand_moreIntake-side


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


Otherwise	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


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

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


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

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 1 – 14)


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

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 1 – 2)


Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 3 – 9)


Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screw 10)


Fourth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 11 – 14)


Fifth stage	45°45°45°

expand_morePlastic oil sump (lower part)


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

expand_moreSteel variant lower part


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

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreSubframe


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

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


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_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Catalytic converter bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreIgnition system


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

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreM12


Screws	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 S3 Sedan 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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