2018 Audi Q3 Quattro rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Parking brake servomotor	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Rear axle bleeder valve	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.

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 brake hose


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

expand_moreRear axle brake line


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


Rear axle wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 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
Replace screws.


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 drive shaft

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreOn axle


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_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm

expand_moreM10 × 35 screws


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM12 × 40 screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM12 × 80 screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

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	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

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

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expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

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 2018 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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