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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
expand_moreDrive shaft heat protection plate
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M8 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 360° detach
expand_moreThird stage
First step 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second step 60°
expand_morePropeller shaft heat protection plate
All other modifications 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePropeller shaft
M10 44.25 lbf⋅ft
M8 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreClutch
Clutch master cylinder 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
Dual-mass flywheel 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M6 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreClutch slave cylinder
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGear shifting
Gear rod 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox shift lever bracket 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox shift lever
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Selector cable linkage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
M12 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Torque converter 42.04 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_moreAll other modifications
With automatic gearbox 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox oil filler plug 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil control plug
With automatic gearbox 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filler screws
expand_moreAll other modifications
With manual transmission 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 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 2004 Audi A3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2004 Audi A3 generations

In 2004 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3. Transmission 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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