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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
Induction-pipe flap control unit 5.53 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIntake manifold
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage Screw in new screw(s) manually as
far as it goes.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Lower section of intake manifold 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new screws crosswise in inside-to-outside order.
Upper section of intake manifold 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
First stage Screw in new screw(s) manually as
far as it goes.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Lower section of intake manifold 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in new screw(s) manually as
far as it goes.
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIntake manifold support
expand_more2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–)
First stage Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Compressor belt 30.98 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Compressor belt 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAir compressor
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAluminium screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
Steel screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Inside 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Outside 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Nuts 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreMedium screws at the bottom
Third stage 45°
expand_moreTop screws
Fourth stage 180°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
expand_moreVacuum pump
3.0 TFSI quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 329 HP engine (2014.9–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage Screw in screw manually up to stop.
Use new seals.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust gas return valve
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Use new parts.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Clamps 2.58 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 20.65 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 19.91 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CZVC engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Long screws 180°
expand_moreShort screws
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Replace screws.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 70.07 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreInjection hoses
3.0 TDI quattro with diesel V6 3.0 L 308 HP engine (2011.11–) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
Retaining clamp 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 180°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Pressure tube connection 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace components.
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreCharge air pipes
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
At the turbocharger 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharge air compressor
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Nuts 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Stud screws 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_morePulley for charge-air compressor
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Use hot screw paste
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger bracket
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage Screw in new screw(s) manually as
far as it goes.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTE engines
First stage Screw in new screw(s) manually as
far as it goes.
Use hot screw paste
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
At the turbocharger 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 25.81 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger coolant return line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
At the turbocharger 25.81 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
At the turbocharger 16.23 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
At the turbocharger 11.06 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
At the turbocharger 10.33 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
At the turbocharger 6.64 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
expand_moreAluminium screws
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
Figure 1. Cooling system, Coolant pump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF.
Figure 1. Cooling system, Coolant pump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF.
Steel screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
See figure 1.
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Fan wheel 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRadiator mounting
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 2.58 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Bottom 3.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Note correct order of tensioning.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 2.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA.
First stage Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
See figure 3.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
See figure 4.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 4
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF, Screws 1 – 4.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF, Screws 1 – 4.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
See figure 5.
Second stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF, Screws 1 – 8.
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF, Screws 1 – 8.
Third stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
See figure 6.
expand_moreScrews 1 – 12
Fourth stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreLeft cylinder head
First stage Tighten bolt(s) until hand-tight.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRight cylinder head
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications, Right cylinder head.
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications, Right cylinder head.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
See figure 7.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD, Screws 1 – 8.
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD, Screws 1 – 8.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 9
expand_moreFifth stage
First step 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second step 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CLAA engines
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CLAA.
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CLAA.
First stage Tighten by hand
Replace screws. See figure 9.
Second stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA.
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 10.
Second stage 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC.
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Use new screws. See figure 11.
Second stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 12. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 12. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 12.
Second stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreValve cover
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
Figure 13. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
Figure 13. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 13.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new screws crosswise in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage 90°
Figure 14. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
Figure 14. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
See figure 14.
Figure 15. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
Figure 15. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside. See figure 15.
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Tighten screws from the inside outwards.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Central screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CLAA engines
Central screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Shaft must be replaced when the screw connection has been loosened.
Second stage 90°
Wheel 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
expand_moreSprocket wheel
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreBalance shaft module
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Bearing cap 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBalance weight
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Oil screw head support and thread.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts. Oil screws slightly.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Crankcase ventilation 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 132.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Oil screw head support and thread.
Third stage 45°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_moreOn crankshaft
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Engine block closure screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Flywheel 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Second step 180°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSecond stage
First step 36.88 lbf⋅ft
first tighten crosswise inside, then outside
Second step 180°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 16
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Screws 17 – 31 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines Component must not be knocked down.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 16
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 17 – 31
Third stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 180°
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second 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_moreScrew 10
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews 1 – 9
Second stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 6 – 8
Fifth stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 9
Sixth stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Seventh stage 180°
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft drive belt deflection pulley
expand_more2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–)
Screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolt.
Stud screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace the stud bolt.
Otherwise 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
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 3.0 L CGWD engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
3.0 TDI quattro with diesel V6 3.0 L 308 HP engine (2011.11–) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
Central screws 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Clamping screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
expand_moreScrews
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreDrive chain balance shaft tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Tension rail bearing screws 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTensioning chain of oil pump drive chain
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 4
Figure 16. Engine control, Timing case cover, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC, Screws 1 – 4.
Figure 16. Engine control, Timing case cover, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC, Screws 1 – 4.
First stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
See figure 16.
expand_moreScrews 5 – 24
Second stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Third stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 5 – 10
Fourth stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
expand_moreScrews 1 – 11
Figure 17. Engine control, Timing case cover, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD, Screws 1 – 11.
Figure 17. Engine control, Timing case cover, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD, Screws 1 – 11.
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 17.
expand_moreScrews 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 8
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 9 – 11
expand_moreThird stage
First step 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second step 90°
expand_moreScrew 4
Fourth stage 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrew 7
expand_moreFifth stage
First step 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second step 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreTiming case cover first cylinder row
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts and tighten crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts and tighten crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the bottom
2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–) 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt guard at the top
2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–) 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
expand_more2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45°
Stud screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace the stud bolt.
expand_moreTop part of control unit housing
expand_more3.0 TFSI quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 329 HP engine (2014.9–)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines Component must not be knocked down.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUB engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Oil drain plug 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filter
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Slightly oil sealing lips.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Slightly oil sealing lips.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
Oil filter cover 25.81 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Screws 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pressure sensor
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in screw(s) by hand
Replace screws.
Second stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 90°
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTF engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUA engines
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 45°
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CZVC engines 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
Figure 18. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
Figure 18. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
expand_moreOil sump lower part
See figure 18.
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Figure 19. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
Figure 19. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC.
expand_moreOil sump top part
See figure 19.
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Locking screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
TDC marking.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and tighten them crosswise.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new screws crosswise in outside-to-inside order.
Second stage 90°
Locking screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
TDC marking.
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines
Figure 20. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD.
Figure 20. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD.
expand_moreOil sump lower part
See figure 20.
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws crosswise.
Second stage 90°
Oil sump top part 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws crosswise.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
See figure 20.
Second stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 45°
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 180°
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CGWD engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.53 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharge air pressure sensor
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTD engines 3.69 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTE engines 3.69 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CZVA engines 3.69 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.53 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 3.32 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
On exhaust manifold 33.19 lbf⋅ft
On particle filter 44.25 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTD engines 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTE engines 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CZVA engines 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
expand_moreGlow plugs
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines 12.54 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
With combustion chamber pressure sensor 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Without combustion chamber pressure sensor 12.54 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Knock sensor 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
NOx sensor 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
All other modifications 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
At the subframe 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn engine bracket
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreExtension cross support on subframe
expand_more2.0 TDI quattro with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2015.4–)
On chassis 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreM12 × 100 screws
First stage 84.82 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM12 × 35 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM12 × 55 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut
expand_moreM12 × 35 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM12 × 55 screws
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTorque arm
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Torque support bracket 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
Catalytic converter 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
Catalytic converter bracket 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUD engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CKVB engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CKVC engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 5.16 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTE engines
Clamps 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the turbocharger 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Differential pressure sensor lines 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CDUC engines
At the cylinder head 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Use hot screw paste.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines
At the cylinder head 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 8.11 lbf⋅ft
Tighten screws from the inside outwards.
Second stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Control tensioner
expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 3.0 L CREC engines
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Second stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
Third stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new nuts evenly in several steps.
Exhaust manifold heat shields 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust pipe 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Exhaust pipe bracket 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe rear
All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
First stage 1.48 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
slacken
Third stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTD engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CRTE engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CZVA engines 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage Screw in manually up to stop.
Second stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Primary catalytic converter 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket 1.55 lbf⋅ft
Fuel pump 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CNHA engines
M10 × 50 screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 × 50 screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM12
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2016 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 2016 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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