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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Rear axle brake caliper 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake disc 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
At the brake caliper 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace components.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 1.9 L ASZ engines
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 360° detach
expand_moreThird stage
First step 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second step 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Wheel attachment 88.51 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 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.

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 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 2003 Audi A3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2003 Audi A3 generations

In 2003 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Audi A3 First generation facelift model years

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