2005 Audi A3 S3 transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


AWD clutch oil control screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil filler screws.
AWD clutch oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox (M10)


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the gearbox (M8)


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreHexagon

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCentral screws with ribbing

expand_moreBi-hexagon


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral screws without ribbing

expand_moreBi-hexagon


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_morePropeller shaft intermediate bearing


On chassis	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_morePropeller shaft


At the gearbox	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the propeller shaft


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

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSecond stage


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreHexagon

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCentral screws with ribbing

expand_moreBi-hexagon


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCentral screws without ribbing

expand_moreBi-hexagon


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


M6	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
M7	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


With metal concentric slave cylinder	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
With plastic concentric slave cylinder	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreDifferential

expand_moreRear axle differential oil control screws


M10	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M20	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreGear shifting


Gearbox shift lever	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Selector cable linkage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine


M10	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox lubrication


Distributor gearbox oil drain plug	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Distributor gearbox oil filler screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_more02Q gearbox


Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox


Overflow pipe	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox overflow pipe


Locking screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_more02Q gearbox


Torx screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Hexagon head screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox overflow pipe


Locking screws	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox oil filter cover


DSG 02E gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug


02E transmission	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_more02Q gearbox

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreDSG 02E gearbox

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTransfer case


Bevel gear mounting	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 Audi A3 S3 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.

Maintenance Items

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Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Service Intervals

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2005 Audi A3 S3 generations

In 2005 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3 S3. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation facelift

Type 8L1

2005 Audi A3 S3 Second generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2005 Audi A3 S3 generations

First generation facelift

Audi A3 S3 Second generation model years

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