2001 Audi A6 Allroad engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system


Intake manifold	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


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

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES 247 HP	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


Air-conditioning secondary belt	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


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

expand_moreAlternator


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket


All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Servo pump pulley	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion


Injection hoses	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


Retaining clamp	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump


Front	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
On the engine block	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection pump pulley

expand_moreOn camshaft gear


Screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Otherwise	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Do not loosen the middle nut.

expand_moreCharging


Charge air pipes	4.06 lbf⋅ft4.06 lbf⋅ft5.5 N⋅m
Turbo charger	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


At the oil filter	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


Banjo screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreViscous fan clutch


All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES engines	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Screw 1	27.29 lbf⋅ft27.29 lbf⋅ft37 N⋅m
Torques applies only in combination with special tool.
Screw 2	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Without special tool

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES 247 HP	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Nuts	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutside cap nuts


Bearing cap	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM.


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fourth stage	90°90°90°


Cylinder head screws shank length (new)	6.1 in6.1 in155 mm

expand_moreRocker bridge


Valve cover	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


First stage	147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Engine block closure screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more22,5 mm screws


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

expand_more35 mm screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_more43 mm screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines


Lateral-fitting screw	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 1 – 16

Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE, Screws 1 – 16.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


Lateral-fitting screw	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 9 – 16


Third stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley


All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES engines	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
All other modifications	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines


First cylinder row	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second cylinder row	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Central camshaft screws	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines

expand_moreScrews


Tensioning lever	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews


Tensioning lever	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m


Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller	26.55 lbf⋅ft26.55 lbf⋅ft36 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


Toothed belt guard at the bottom	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines

expand_moreScrews


Tensioning roller	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews


Tensioning roller	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m


Toothed belt tightener	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES engines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES 247 HP	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAudi diesel V6 2.5 L AKE 177 HP at 4000 RPM, 370 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Otherwise	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.


Oil pump chain wheel	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the gearbox


Oil sump top part	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreM6


Oil sump top part	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM7


Oil sump top part	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreEngine management


Charge air pressure sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Glow plugs	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine mounting	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreRear


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

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

expand_moreRibbed nuts

expand_moreRibbed screw head.


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


Ribbed screw head.	55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Otherwise	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace bolts.


Torque arm	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreExhaust pipe


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


Exhaust pipe bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Primary catalytic converter	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace seals and nuts.

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L BES 247 HP	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Audi gasoline V6 2.7 L ARE 247 HP at 5800 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1800 RPM	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 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 A6 Allroad 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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2001 Audi A6 Allroad generations

In 2001 Audi offered 2 generations of the A6 Allroad. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

C5 facelift

Type 4BH

Audi A6 Allroad C5 model years

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2001

2001 Audi A6 Allroad C5 Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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