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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Intake manifold 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
use only property class 10.9
Second stage 90°
Replace screws.
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 Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Power steering pump bracket 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
Banjo screws 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Servo pump pulley 14.7516.96 lbf⋅ft
Servo steering pump 14.7516.96 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure line 19.91 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump 14.75 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure pump pulley 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Injection hoses 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll other modifications
Nuts 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws in steps.
expand_moreInjection pump
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
Charge air pipes 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharge air compressor
Nuts 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 12.54 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbo charger
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
Use hot screw paste
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 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Coolant pump pulley 14.7516.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
First tighten bearing covers 2 and 4 alternately and in steps
Second stage 90°
Use new screws.
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 V8 4.2 L BAT engines
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 2.
Second stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ.
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 3.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 3.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ, Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 4. 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 4.
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 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 5.
Second stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
Cylinder head screws shank length (new) 6.1 in
Valve cover 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
M10 × 20 screws 45.73 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive pulley
M10 × 40 screws 30.98 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive sprocket wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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 screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5)
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
First stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
use only property class 10.9
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ 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_moreAll other modifications
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
2.4 quattro with gasoline V6 2.4 L 174 HP at 6000 RPM, 230 N⋅m at 3000 RPM engine (2005.3–2008.10) 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new 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_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_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 Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
First stage Tighten by hand
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreLateral-fitting screw
Fourth stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreNuts
Second stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
cross-wise from inside to outside
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
expand_moreM10
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Alternately, first inside and then outside
Second stage 90°
Use new screws.
expand_moreM8
Third stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Alternately, first inside and then outside
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Third stage 90°
expand_moreVibration damper
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 16.96 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
Tighten the screws crosswise.
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 V8 4.2 L BAT engines
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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 drive belt deflection pulley
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
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
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
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_moreChain tensioner
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 7.38 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 Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
expand_moreM10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM6
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
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
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive belt tensioner device
expand_more3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTensioning lever
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Auxiliary drive chain tensioner
Injection pump drive belt tensioning roller 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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 V8 4.2 L BAT engines
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
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
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BMK engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L BMK engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard, rear
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Toothed belt guard, rear
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5) 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreToothed belt guard center
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
expand_moreM10 × 65 screws
With tensioning roller eccentric 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTensioning roller
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
High pressure pump belt 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
All Audi gasoline V6 3.1 L AUK engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 36.88 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M14 22.13 lbf⋅ft
M24 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter housing cap
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil lines
Banjo screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Oil pump 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L ASB engines 45.73 lbf⋅ft
Property class 10.9
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 47.2 lbf⋅ft
Property class 10.9
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L ASB engines
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_moreOn the engine block
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines
Oil sump lower part 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L BBJ engines
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Oil sump top part 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump lower part 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreOn the engine block (M7)
Oil sump top part 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block (M8)
Oil sump top part 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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 3.0 L BMK engines
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_moreOn the engine block
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines
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_moreOn the engine block
Oil sump top part 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
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
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor
All other modifications 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
All other modifications 3.32 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
Ceramic glow plug 8.85 lbf⋅ft
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
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreAll other modifications
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 2.4 L BDW engines
At the crossmember 16.96 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque support bracket
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Catalytic converter 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BVJ engines
First stage Tighten by hand
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
Exhaust pipe 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
All Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 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 Audi gasoline V8 4.2 L BAT engines 10.62 lbf⋅in
All Audi gasoline V6 2.4 L BDW 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 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.

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 Avant Quattro 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 Avant Quattro you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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