2004 Audi A4 S4 Avant transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


Drive shaft heat protection plate	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreM14

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM16

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Propeller shaft heat protection plate	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Propeller shaft	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
M8	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreM14

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM16

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clutch pressure plate	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Clutch slave cylinder	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Release bearing guide sleeve	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreGear shifting


Gear rod	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreThrust rod


At the gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
On chassis	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m


Torque converter	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil control screws


09L gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings and screws.

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


09L gearbox	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Use new seal and screws.

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreWith automatic gearbox


09L gearbox	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Otherwise	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug


With automatic gearbox	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
With manual transmission	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreGearbox cross support

expand_moreM10


Screws	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreScrews (M12)


First stage	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Nuts	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Gearbox mounting	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Audi A4 S4 Avant 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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Service Intervals

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2004 Audi A4 S4 Avant generations

In 2004 Audi offered 2 generations of the A4 S4 Avant. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

B7

Type 8ED

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2004 Audi A4 S4 Avant generations

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