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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 6.64 lbf⋅ft
from inside to outside
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Property class 10.9
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreClass 10.9
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM11
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Air-conditioning compressor 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L ASB engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Alternator 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Generator bracket 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
Banjo screws 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Servo pump pulley 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure line 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L ASB engines 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BNG engines
BNG engine 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCDYB engine
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
BSG engine 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCAND engine
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump drive wheel 55.32 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump pulley 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Injection hoses 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
Nuts 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws in steps.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Nuts 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Screws 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
Charge air pipes 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbo charger
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Use hot screw paste.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
At the turbocharger 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
At the turbocharger 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Turbocharger oil return line 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCooling system
Coolant pump 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK.
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 2.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ, Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ, Screws 1 – 10.
First stage Tighten by hand
Use new screws. See figure 3.
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 14
expand_moreSixth stage
First step 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreCap screw 6
Seventh stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
Cylinder head screws shank length (new) 6.1 in
Valve cover 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Central screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Wheel 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
expand_more22,5 mm screws
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more35 mm screws
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_more43 mm screws
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_more22,5 mm screws
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more43 mm screws
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 90°
Alternately, first inside and then outside
expand_moreM8
Third stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 5. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications.
Figure 5. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 5.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Second stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreM6
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Tighten cross-wise.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Sprocket wheel 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High pressure pump belt 55.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCentral part of control unit housing
expand_more3.2 FSI quattro with gasoline V6 3.1 L 252 HP at 6500 RPM, 330 N⋅m at 3250 RPM engine (2006.5–2008.10)
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
tighten alternately
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_more4.2 FSI quattro with gasoline V8 4.2 L 345 HP engine (2006.5–2010.12)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Use screw-locking compound.
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
expand_moreLeft
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRight
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BNG engines
expand_moreBNG engine
Bearing pedestal 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCDYB engine
expand_moreBearing pedestal
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
Bearing pedestal 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM10
Central screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
expand_moreBSG engine
Bearing pedestal 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCAND engine
expand_moreBearing pedestal
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBearing pedestal
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
expand_moreWith metal bush
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 30°
expand_moreWithout metal bush
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BNG engines
expand_moreBNG engine
M6 × 30 screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M6 × 35 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCDYB engine
expand_moreM6 × 30 screws
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M6 × 35 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
Bottom 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Top 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
expand_moreBSG engine
M6 × 30 screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M6 × 35 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCAND engine
expand_moreM6 × 30 screws
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M6 × 35 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM6 × 30 screws
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
M6 × 35 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
High pressure pump belt deflection pulley 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump tension roller 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Tension rail bearing screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover first cylinder row
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
High pressure pump belt 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
High pressure pump belt 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BNG engines
expand_moreBNG engine
M14 22.13 lbf⋅ft
M24 36.88 lbf⋅ft
CDYB engine 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
M14 22.13 lbf⋅ft
M24 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
expand_moreBSG engine
M14 22.13 lbf⋅ft
M24 36.88 lbf⋅ft
CAND engine 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter housing cap
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 25.81 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil lines
Banjo screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BNG engines
expand_moreBNG engine
Class 10.9 47.2 lbf⋅ft
CDYB engine 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
Class 10.9 47.2 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines
expand_moreBSG engine
Class 10.9 47.2 lbf⋅ft
CAND engine 44.25 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
Oil sump lower part 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Oil sump top part 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
expand_moreM10
Oil sump top part 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
Oil sump lower part 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Second stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Oil sump top part 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreOil sump top part
Locking screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Charge air pressure sensor 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
Metal glow plug 12.54 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
Engine bracket 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
Bearing casing 55.32 lbf⋅ft
On bearing casing 29.5 lbf⋅ft
On engine bracket 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
First stage 84.82 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Subframe stiffening plate 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines
At the crossmember 16.96 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Torque support bracket 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
Diesel particulate filter 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L ASB engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
All Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage Tighten by hand
Replace nuts.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the cylinder head 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Exhaust pipe 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Exhaust pipe bracket 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePrimary catalytic converter
At the turbocharger 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel filter bracket
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 10.62 lbf⋅in
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel lines
Banjo screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
Starter 47.94 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Audi A6 Allroad service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2006 Audi A6 Allroad you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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