Tightening torques for engine support: Audi A3 1.9 TDI (BKC, BXE)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

• Special tools named: torque wrench

🔧 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.

📐 84 workshop diagrams for BKC

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Initially screw in new bolts (1 ... 3) hand-tight.
2. Tighten bolts (1 ... 3) to 40 Nm with torque wrench. — 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)
3. Turn bolts (1 ... 3) 90° further (1/4 turn) using a rigid wrench.
4. Initially screw in new bolts (1 ... 3) hand-tight.
5. Tighten bolts (1 ... 3) to 40 Nm with torque wrench. — 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)

6. Turn bolts (1 ... 3) 180° further (1/2 turn) using a rigid wrench.
7. Initially screw in new bolts (1 ... 3) hand-tight.
8. Tighten bolts (1 ... 3) to 40 Nm with torque wrench. — 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)
9. Turn bolts (1 ... 3) 180° further (1/2 turn) using a rigid wrench.

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