expand_more1.8 TFSI quattro with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP engine (2013.5–)
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Shock-absorber piston rod
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreSecond stage
M10
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
Support joint at the stub axle
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupporting joint on the suspension strut mounting
1.8 TFSI quattro with gasoline straight-4 1.8 L 177 HP engine (2013.5–)
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Torx screws
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Union nuts
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
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 2014 Audi A3 Sportback 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 Sportback 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 2014 Audi A3 Sportback Quattro you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
Audi A3 Sportback Quattro Second generation model years