expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Rear axle brake disc
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
On stub axle
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
At the axle support
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
At the axle support
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
expand_moreAluminium stub axle
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreSteel stub axle
First stage
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
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 2008 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.
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 2008 Audi A3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2008 Audi A3 generations
In 2008 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.