2006 Audi A3 S3 Sportback engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreInjection pump


High-pressure pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbocharger coolant feed line	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil return line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCylinder head screws


Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
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


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

expand_moreVibration damper


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


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

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


Bottom	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Top	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreToothed belt guard


One-piece	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Toothed belt tightener	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Top part of control unit housing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


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

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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


On the engine block	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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_moreStrut


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

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 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


Exhaust pipe bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 Audi A3 S3 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.

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Service Intervals

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2006 Audi A3 S3 Sportback First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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