2017 Audi A3 S3 engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Tighten crosswise from the outside to the inside.

expand_moreIntake manifold support

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines

expand_moreAluminium screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Steel screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°


Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
cross-wise from inside to outside
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°


Vacuum pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
High-pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Pressure tube connection	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Lightly lubricate the screws thread.

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbo charger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Turbocharger coolant feed line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbocharger coolant return line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil feed line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil return line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCoolant pump drive wheel


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFan wheel


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


First stage	Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


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

expand_moreScrew 11


Fourth stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreBearing pedestal


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Crankcase ventilation	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel


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

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 1 – 11


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreScrew 11


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines

expand_moreScrews M8 and M10


First stage	Tighten by hand
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.

expand_moreScrews (M10)

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews (M8)

expand_moreThird stage


First step	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws.

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


Second stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrew 11


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control


Balance shaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Balance shaft timing chain tension rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreVariant 1


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreVariant 2


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve on the inlet camshaft


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve on the outlet camshaft


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreInlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head

expand_moreBearing casing


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve

expand_moreExhaust side


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreIntake-side


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreInlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


Central screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines

expand_moreOn timing case cover


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°


Camshaft timing chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Drive chain balance shaft tensioner	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screw and intermediate wheel when loosening the screw.
Second stage	for freedom from play

expand_moreThird stage


First step	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Second step	90°90°90°


Oil pump drive chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Coolant pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreTop part of control unit housing

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster valve

expand_moreExhaust side


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreIntake-side


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Otherwise	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil drain plug


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


With sheet-steel sump	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


First stage	Screw in screws by hand.
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pressure sensor


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines

expand_moreM6 × 18 screws


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreM6 × 25 screws


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 1 – 14)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 11 – 14)


Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_morePlastic oil sump

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSheet-steel sump

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 1 – 14)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 11 – 14)


Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_morePlastic oil sump

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSheet-steel sump

expand_moreOil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines

expand_moreOil sump top part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 11 – 14)


Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_morePlastic oil sump (lower part)


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWith sheet-steel oil sump lower part


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 1 – 2)


Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screws 3 – 9)


Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump top part (screw 10)


Fourth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreKnock sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreSubframe


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

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


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

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines


Clamps	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines


Clamps	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


First stage	Screw in by hand
Second stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


First stage	Screw in new screw(s) manually as far as it goes.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


S3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXB engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXC engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 2.0 L CJXF engines


Clamps	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


Clamps	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M12	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreS3 quattro with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 282 HP engine (2014.5–)


M10	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 2017 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.

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