Timing Cover

2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Timing Cover





Timing Chain Upper Cover - Tightening Sequence





Tighten the bolts 1 through 5 in the sequence shown:
Tighten the bolts to 9 Nm

Timing Chain Guard Lower Section - Tightening Sequence for 15 Bolts





Tighten the bolts 1 through 15 in 2 stages in the sequence shown:
1. Tighten the bolts to 8 Nm
2. Tighten the bolts an additional 45°

Timing Chain Guard Lower Section - Tightening Sequence for 8 Bolts





Tighten the bolts - 1 through 8 - in 2 stages in the sequence shown:
1. Tighten the bolts to 4 Nm
2. Tighten the bolts an additional 45°

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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