2002 Audi A3 front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
At the brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


FN3 brake calipers	92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m


Front axle brake disc	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreSteering gear


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


Track rod end on stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock absorber

expand_moreRear bottom


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear top


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod


Front axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreBottom


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn chassis


Top	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines

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°

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_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	360° detach

expand_moreThird stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step	60°60°60°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Support joint at the stub axle	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


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


Stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screws

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines

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°


Third stage	90° detach

expand_moreFourth 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°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	360° detach

expand_moreThird stage


First step	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Second step	60°60°60°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 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 2002 Audi A3 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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