Catalytic Converter Tightening Specification And Sequence
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Audi A3 and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Step | Bolt | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| I | Screw clamp -1- | Position above the sealing flange and install the bolt. |
| II | Bolts -2 and 3-. | Install hand tight and immediately loosen 90° |
| III | Screw clamp -1- | Tighten to 8 Nm |
| IV | Nuts -4- | Tighten to 20 Nm |
| V | Bolts -5- | Tighten to 20 Nm |
| VI | Bolt -2- | Tighten to 20 Nm and a 90° additional turn, finally to an additional 45° turn. |
| VII | Bolt -3- | Tighten to 20 Nm |
Install In Reverse Order Of Removal.