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Audi 8V - A3/S3/RS3 Torque Specs

Verified torque references for Audi 8V - A3/S3/RS3, including source links, safety notes, and ft-lb / Nm conversions.

Primary spec

Wheel lug bolts

89ft-lb

120 Nm

Safety note

Confirm safety-critical fastener values against the exact model-year service manual. Use a calibrated torque wrench, the correct tightening sequence, and vehicle-specific hardware.

Wheels / Wheels

Wheel lug bolts

Verified

89ft-lb

120 Nm

Audi owner manual guidance specifies this wheel bolt torque. Tighten in a diagonal/star pattern with clean, dry threads and a calibrated torque wrench.

Use the correct Audi wheel bolts for the wheel. Never use oil, grease, or anti-seize on wheel bolts, wheel hub threads, or wheel mounting surfaces unless the service manual explicitly instructs it.

Source

Checked Jul 17, 2026

Audi A3/S3 owner manual wheel-change guidance

Verified from Audi A3/S3 owner manual wheel-change guidance: steel and alloy wheel rims are tightened to 90 ft-lb / 120 N-m.

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