2014 Audi A5 RS5 engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


Lower section of intake manifold	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Upper section of intake manifold	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


M10	33.93 lbf⋅ft33.93 lbf⋅ft46 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump

expand_moreM6


Screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


Union nuts	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
High-pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
High-pressure pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Pressure tube connection	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant drain plug	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Coolant pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


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

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	Tighten by hand
Use new screws.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14

expand_moreSixth stage


First step	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
Second step	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrew 6


Cap	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Valve cover	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
cross-wise from inside to outside

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_moreOn crankshaft


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

expand_moreFlywheel


To drive plate	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel

expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal


Central screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Bearing pedestal	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


Central screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail


First stage	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_moreBearing pedestal


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Central screws	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Use new screws with the screw- locking compound.
Third stage	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Sixth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn the engine block (M6)


Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn the engine block (M6 and M8)


Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise, replace M6 screws.

expand_moreOn the engine block (M8)


Fourth stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Timing case cover first cylinder row	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Timing case cover second cylinder row	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


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

expand_moreOil sump


Oil sump lower part	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump top part


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Knock sensor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut

expand_moreFirst stage


With electric servo-steering	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screw.
With hydraulic servo-steering	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreSecond stage


With electric servo-steering	90°90°90°
With hydraulic servo-steering	135°135°135°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


Lower nuts	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Upper nuts	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Tighten new nuts evenly in several steps.

expand_moreIgnition system


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

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M10	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Reuse screws only 1 times.
Second stage	90°90°90°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2014 Audi A5 RS5 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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2014 Audi A5 RS5 First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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