2016 Audi Q3 Quattro front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake line


Socket unions	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Front axle brake disc	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Steering column	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Steering wheel	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.

expand_moreM10


Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Support joint at the stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreM10 × 70 screws


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM12 × 100 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM12 × 110 screws


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Wheel attachment	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 Audi Q3 Quattro 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.

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