LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Audi >> 2017 >> A3 Premium, 2D Convertible >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different variant/trim >> Section 40 (Rear Suspension -- (A3 Sedan)) >> 42 Rear Suspension >> Drive Axle >> Drive Axle Threaded Connection, Loosening And Tightening >> Twelve-Point Bolt, Installing

Twelve-Point Bolt, Installing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

-- Lean the threads in the CV joint with a thread tap.

-- Replace 12-point bolt.

NOTE:

Wheels must not yet touch the ground to tighten the drive axle, wheel bearing may otherwise be damaged.

-- Apply the brakes (a second technician required).

-- Tighten 12-point bolt to 200 Nm. 

-- Lower the vehicle onto its wheels.

-- 12-point bolt :WHT.005.437  / black 180° additional turn.

-- 12-point bolt :WHT.005.437.A  / silver 90° additional turn.