Technical Values
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| Location | Description | Type | Basic value | Tolerance 1 | Tolerance 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrier side section to body (front and rear) M10 x 1.5 x 80 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Cross member to carrier side section (upper and lower) M10 x 1.5 x 45 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Support plate to cross member M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Support plate to V-strut (transverse strut rear) collar nut M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| V-strut (transverse strut rear) to body M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace to carrier side section (collar nut) M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace with support plate to carrier side section (collar nut) M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace to body, M10 x 1.5 (changed to M12 x 1.5 in current model year 2008) | Please note: This was changed to M12 x 1.5 in the current model year 2008! Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color. | Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace to body, M12 x 1.5 (M12 x 1.5 used instead of M10 x 1.5 in current model year 2008) | Please note: Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color. | Tightening torque | 110 Nm (81.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Restraining cable to cross member M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 23 Nm (17 ftlb.) | ||
| Restraining cable to engine M8 (up to model year 2008) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease screwed connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 17 Nm | ||
| Retaining cable on oil pan M6 (from model year 2009) | Replace screws after each disassembly | Tightening torque | 13 Nm | ||
| Control arm 2 (toe control arm) to wheel carrier (taper) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 75 Nm (56 ftlb.) | ||
| Control arm 2 (toe control arm) to wheel carrier (toe eccentric) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 100 Nm (74 ftlb.) | ||
| Control arm (lower control arm) to wheel carrier (taper) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 75 Nm (56 ftlb.) | ||
| Control arm (lower control arm) to carrier side section eccentric (camber eccentric) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 100 Nm (74 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace to control arm (lower control arm) M14 x 1.5 x 75 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 160 Nm (118 ftlb.) | ||
| Diagonal brace to body M14 x 1.5 x 90 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 160 Nm (118 ftlb.) | ||
| Wheel bearing to wheel carrier (lid) M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 37 Nm (27 ftlb.) | ||
| Speed sensor to wheel carrier M6 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Brake cover plate to wheel carrier M6 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Brake disc to wheel hub M6 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Brake caliper to wheel carrier (cheese head screw) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease screwed connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color! Replace screws at front and rear axle after each removal.
|
Tightening torque | 85 Nm (63 ftlb.) | ||
| Brake hose bracket to wheel carrier M6 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Combination line to wheel carrier M6 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) | ||
| Spring strut cable to engine M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 33 Nm (24 ftlb.) | ||
| Spring strut to wheel carrier (suspension/stabilizer) M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 85 Nm (63 ftlb.) | ||
| Shock absorber to mount (piston rod) conventional without PASM, M14 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 80 Nm (59 ftlb.) | ||
| Shock absorber to mount (piston rod) variable with PASM, M14 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 80 Nm (59 ftlb.) | ||
| Anti-roll bar to side section M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 23 Nm (17 ftlb.) | ||
| Suspension/stabilizer to anti-roll bar (collar nut M10) |
CAUTION:
Observe three-step tightening procedure! Do not grease screwed connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Three-step tightening procedure (Step 1: tighten to 50 Nm/37 ftlb. Step 2: loosen by 90 degrees. Step 3: tighten to 65 Nm/48 ftlb.). | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Suspension/stabilizer to spring strut/wheel carrier M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 85 Nm (63 ftlb.) | ||
| Engine carrier to body M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Stud for engine carrier to body M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 20 Nm (15 ftlb.) | ||
| Engine mounting to engine carrier M10 x 1.5 (up to model year 2008) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 65 ftlb. | ||
| Engine mounting to engine carrier M12 x 1.5 (up to model year 2009) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 120 ftlb. | ||
| Engine bracket to engine M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
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Tightening torque | 65 ftlb. | ||
| Transmission bracket to manual transmission M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) | ||
| Transmission bracket to Tiptronic and PDK transmission M10 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 65 ftlb. | ||
| Hydraulic fit to transmission bracket M12 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 85 Nm (63 ftlb.) | ||
| Hydraulic fit to rear axle carrier side section M8 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 33 Nm (24 ftlb.) | ||
| Drive shaft to transmission M10 (manual transmission) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 81 Nm (60 ftlb.) | ||
| Drive shaft to transmission M10 (Tiptronic) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 81 Nm (60 ftlb.) | ||
| Drive shaft to transmission M8 (Tiptronic) |
CAUTION:
Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color.
|
Tightening torque | 39 Nm (29 ftlb.) | ||
| Drive shaft on transmission M10 | Please note: Do not grease threaded connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color. | Tightening torque | 81 Nm | ||
| Drive shaft to wheel hub M22 x 1.5 |
CAUTION:
Do not grease screwed connections in Dacromet finish - aluminum color! Replace lock nut after each removal.
|
tightening torque | 460 Nm (340 ftlb.) | ||
| Steering pressure line M16 x 1.5 | Wrench size 15 | Tightening torque | 30 Nm (22 ftlb.) | ||
| Steering return line M20 x 1.5 | Wrench size 19 | Tightening torque | 40 Nm (30 ftlb.) | ||
| Clutch line M16 x 1.5 | Wrench size 15 | Tightening torque | 30 Nm (22 ftlb.) | ||
| Wheel to wheel hub on front and rear axle when using silver wheel bolts (up to model year 2011), M14 x 1.5 | Apply a light coating of Optimoly TA (aluminum paste) to the thread, shank and under the head (between screw head bearing surface and spherical cap ring) of the wheel bolts. Do not grease bearing surface of the spherical cap facing the wheel. If heavily soiled, clean bolts first with a lint-free cloth. Replace damaged wheel bolts (cannot be reworked) | Tightening torque for using silver wheel bolts (up to model year 2011): 130 Nm (96 ftlb.) (160 Nm/118 ftlb. also permitted retroactively) | 130Nm Nm (96 ftlb.) (160 Nm/118 ftlb. also permitted) | ||
| Wheel to wheel hub on front and rear axle when using silver wheel bolts (as of model year 2012), M14 x 1.5 | Apply a light coating of Optimoly TA (aluminum paste) to the thread, shank and under the head (between screw head bearing surface and spherical cap ring) of the wheel bolts. Do not grease bearing surface of the spherical cap facing the wheel. If heavily soiled, clean bolts first with a lint-free cloth. Replace damaged wheel bolts (cannot be reworked). | Tightening torque for using silver wheel bolts (as of model year 2012): 160 Nm (118 ftlb.) | 160Nm Nm (118 ftlb.) | ||
| Wheel to wheel hub on front and rear axle when using black wheel bolts, M14 x 1.5 | Apply a light coating of Optimoly TA (aluminum paste) to the thread, shank and under the head (between screw head bearing surface and spherical cap ring) of the wheel bolts. Do not grease bearing surface of the spherical cap facing the wheel. If heavily soiled, clean bolts first with a lint-free cloth. Replace damaged wheel bolts (cannot be reworked). | Tightening torque for using black wheel bolts: 160 Nm (118 ftlb.) | 160Nm Nm (118 ftlb.) |