System Specifications

2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION System Specifications





Fastener Tightening Specifications






Accessory Assembly Bracket Tightening Sequence






- Mount the accessory assembly bracket and then mount the bolts - 4 -.

- Tighten bolts in 3 stages in - 1 to 5 - sequence as follows:






Transmission Side Sealing Flange - Tightening Sequence, with 8 Bolts






- Tighten the bolts - 1 through 8 - in the sequence shown:

- 1. Tighten the bolts hand-tight.

- 2. Tighten the bolts to 9 Nm.

Transmission Side Sealing Flange - Tightening Sequence, with 6 Bolts






- Tighten the new bolts - 1 through 6 - in the sequence shown:

- 1. Tighten the bolts hand-tight.

- 2. Tighten the bolts to 4 Nm + 45° turn.

Only 6 bolts are installed, 2 bolt openings remain open.

Crankshaft, Tightening Sequence






- Tighten the crankshaft bolts in the sequence - 1 to 5 -.

- Tighten the bolts - 1 through 10 - and - arrows A - hand-tight.

- Tighten the bolts - 1 through 10 - to 65 Nm.

- Tighten the bolts - 1 through 10 - 90° further using a rigid wrench.

- Tighten the bolts - arrows A - to 20 Nm.

- Tighten the bolts - arrows A - 90° further using a rigid wrench.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.