Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Torque specifications
2007 Audi S8SECTION Torque specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Audi A8, 2005 Audi A8, and 2004 Audi A8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- Torque specifications only apply to lightly greased, oiled, phosphated or blackened nuts and bolts.
- Additional lubricants, such as engine or transmission oil are permissible, although lubricants containing graphite are not.
- Do not use any degreased parts.
- Tolerance for torque specifications ± 15%.
Alignment sleeves (- A - and - B -).
| Bolted connections | Torque specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine mount to torque support valve N382 | 40 Nm | |
| Generator to engine | M10 | 40 Nm |
| M 8 | 25 Nm | |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm | |
| A/C compressor to bracket | 25 Nm | |
| Bracket for central hydraulic pump and A/C compressor to engine | 25 Nm | |
| Drive axles to flange shafts | M 10 | 77 Nm |
| Exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold | 40 Nm | |
| Transmission mount to subframe | 40 Nm | |
| Wheel bolt to wheel hub | 120 Nm | |
| Engine carrier to engine mount | 23 | |
| Engine carrier to chassis | 68 | |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.