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2012 AUDI A3

2.0L TDI I4FWDAUTOMATICdieselturbo
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Oil Change Torque Specs

for 2012 Audi A3 2.0L TDI I4 · FWD
Units

6 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Mounting Bolts
20 lb-ft · 27 Nm
Oil Drain Plug
Critical
Use new washer each time
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
Oil Filler Cap
Hand tight
5 lb-ft · 7 Nm
Oil Filter
Hand tight + 3/4 turn
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Skid Plate Bolts
If equipped
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Skid Plate Bolts
If equipped
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
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