2008-2015 Audi R8 Air Spring/Air Bag Torque Specs

4.2L V8

Applies to 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Audi R8

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	88	65	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	115	85	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	61	45	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for air spring/air bag on a 2008-2015 Audi R8 is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 8 torque specifications for air spring/air bag on the 2008-2015 Audi R8 4.2L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.