Oil pump and sump - exploded view — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

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• Disregard item (1).
• Oil spray jets are installed in crankshaft main bearings 2 ... 7.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Tighten bolts in 3 stages as follows:
2. Tighten bolts securing sump to cylinder block in diagonal sequence initially to 5 Nm. — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
3. Tighten bolts securing sump to gearbox (arrows).
4. Tighten bolts securing sump to cylinder block in diagonal sequence to 12 Nm. [Note: Disregard item (1).] — 12 Nm (8.9 lb-ft)
5. To remove, screw in bolt M8x1.5 approx. 4 turns into valve (arrow) and pull out.
6. To install, lubricate O-ring and press valve into oil passage by hand. [Note: Oil spray jets are installed in crankshaft main bearings 2 ... 7.]
7. To remove, use drift with ∅ 4 mm to press out oil spray jet towards crankshaft bearing.
8. To install, use drift with ∅ 6 mm to press in oil spray jet (arrow) by hand.

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