2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Parking brake servomotor	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Rear axle bleeder valve	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Rear axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines

expand_moreLeft (with a special tool)


Bottom	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use special tool T 40065.

expand_moreWith a special tool on the right side


Bottom	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use special tool T 40066.


Top	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreLeft


Bottom	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use special tool T 40065.

expand_moreRight


Bottom	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use special tool T 40066.


Rear axle brake disc	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle brake hose


At the brake caliper	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m


Rear axle wheel speed sensor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle steering

expand_moreRear axle track rod

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines


On chassis	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBottom


First stage	110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Top	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m


Rear axle shock absorber piston rod	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreRear axle carrier

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreRear axle carrier stiffening plate


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft


At the gearbox	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCentral screws


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


Rear axle stabilizer mounting	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack control arm lower

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAdjusting screws


Inside	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreInside


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutside


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTrack control arm upper

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


On stub axle	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreInside


First stage	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Outside	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral screws


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

expand_moreWheel bearing unit


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Torx screws	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro 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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2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro generations

In 2005 Audi offered 2 generations of the A6 Avant Quattro. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

C5 facelift

Type 4B5

2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro C6 Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro generations

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