2001 Audi A2 engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Induction-pipe flap control unit	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIntake manifold


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Alternator	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Power steering pump bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


On exhaust gas return valve	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On exhaust manifold	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Support	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Exhaust recirculation pipe	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	270°270°270°

expand_moreInjection pump

expand_more1.2 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.2 L 60 HP at 4000 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2001.3–2005.8)


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging


Turbo charger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTurbocharger bracket

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


At the turbocharger	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
On the engine block	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


Union nuts	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines


Screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Union nuts	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All other modifications	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Fan wheel	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws


Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCylinder head screws shank length (new)


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	5.43 in5.43 in138 mm
All other modifications	6.54 in6.54 in166 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge


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

expand_moreValve cover


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


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


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines


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

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screws, and oil the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Flywheel cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


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


All other modifications	Do not unscrew screw(s).

expand_moreVibration damper


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


Central camshaft screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines

expand_moreM12


Central screws	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Wheel	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Coupling drive tensioning roller	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


With hydraulic tensioning device	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreToothed belt guard


Bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Center	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Tighten cross-wise.
Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines


First stage	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel


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


Oil sump	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Glow plugs	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines


On the engine block	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreNuts


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

expand_moreScrews on chassis


First stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews on the engine bracket


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

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreAt the gearbox


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

expand_moreSubframe


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

expand_moreTorque support bracket


At the gearbox	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-3 1.4 L AMF engines


At the turbocharger	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.
Clamps	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Catalytic converter bracket	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.


Exhaust manifold heat shields	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
With catalytic converter

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_morePrimary catalytic converter

expand_more1.2 TDI with diesel straight-3 1.2 L 60 HP at 4000 RPM, 140 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2001.3–2005.8)


At the turbocharger	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.

expand_moreSupport


First stage	Tighten by hand
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel filter bracket


All Audi diesel straight-3 1.2 L ANY engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L AUA engines	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Clamps.
All Audi gasoline straight-4 1.4 L BBY engines	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Clamps.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Screws	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


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

expand_moreStart system


Starter	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 Audi A2 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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