2017 Audi A1 Quattro engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor bracket	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Generator bracket	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Turbocharger bracket	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line


Banjo screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant return line


Banjo screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


Banjo screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Turbocharger oil return line	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing
See figure 1.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps. See figure 3.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreFlywheel


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreMain bearing


First stage	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


Bottom	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Top	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard at the top	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Toothed belt tensioning roller	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn engine bracket


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn engine mounting


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreOn chassis


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Lower screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Upper screws	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.


Exhaust pipe bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2017 Audi A1 Quattro user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Audi warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2017 Audi A1 Quattro First generation facelift Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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