expand_moreRear axle differential oil control screws
0BC axle drive
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
0BF axle drive
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
expand_moreM10
First stage
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 2 times.
Second stage
90°90°90°
M10 × 50 screws
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreM12 × 100 screws
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 2 times.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Torque converter
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil drain plug
0BK gearbox
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil filler screws
0BK gearbox
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_moreWith automatic gearbox
0BK gearbox
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_moreWith automatic gearbox
0BK gearbox
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreOil control plug
0BK gearbox
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the subframe
expand_moreM12
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
M8
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox support
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M8
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreClass 8.8 screws
M10 × 40 screws
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M10 × 55 screws
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2013 Audi A8 S8 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 A8 S8 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 2013 Audi A8 S8 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2013 Audi A8 S8 generations
In 2013 Audi offered 2 generations of the A8 S8. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.