A3 L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2006)
Wheel Fastener: Technical Service Bulletins
Wheels - Wheel Bolt Torque Precautions
44 08 14
2010334/3
November 19, 2008.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 04-02 dated October 1, 2004 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
44 Wheel bolts require torque adjustment
Condition
Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
Technical Background
Torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by Audi of America, Inc. and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts.
Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque. Proper use of a calibrated torque wrench ensures that all wheel bolts are
tightened equally and reduces the chances of repeat repairs.
Using methods other than a calibrated torque wrench to attain correct wheel bolt torque may lead to the following problems:
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Brake disc damage.
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Brake pulsation.
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Steering wheel vibration.
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Vehicle vibration.
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Hub damage.
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Wheel damage.
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Wheel bolt damage.
Production Solution
Service
Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque.
See Repair Manual >> Group 44 - Suspension, Wheels, Steering >> Wheels, Tires, Wheel alignment >> Wheels and tires for wheel installation
instructions.