expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Support joint at the transverse control arm
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
On stub axle
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
On stub axle
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
On stub axle
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
On stub axle
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
With run-flat tires
103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Otherwise
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 2012 Audi A8 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 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 2012 Audi A8 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.