2008 Audi A6 Avant front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CAHA engines	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


FN3 brake calipers	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
FNR-G60 brake calipers	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake line

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CAHA engines

expand_moreFront side at the brake hose


PR code 1LG	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
PR code 1LJ	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
PR code 1LT	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreFront side at the brake caliper


PR code 1LG	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
PR code 1LJ	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
PR code 1LT	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_morePR code 1LD, front


At the brake hose	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
At the brake caliper	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_morePR codes 1LH and 1ZL, front


At the brake hose	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
At the brake caliper	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


At the brake hose	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
At the brake caliper	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


All other modifications	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CAHA engines


PR code 1LD	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
PR code 1LG	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
PR code 1LH	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
PR code 1LJ	140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
PR code 1LT	140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
PR code 1ZL	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing

expand_moreAll other modifications


FN3 brake calipers	140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing
FNR-G60 brake calipers	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Clean the ribbing


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

expand_moreWheel speed sensor


All Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CAHA engines	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Pressure line at steering gear	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Return line to steering gear	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.8 L BDX engines

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreM12


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll Audi diesel straight-4 2.0 L BNA engines


M10	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi gasoline V6 2.8 L CCDA engines

expand_moreM10


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

expand_moreM12


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
M12	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle

expand_moreAll other modifications


Adjusting screws	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Clamping screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut bearing pedestal

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBottom


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTop


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront 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°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the axle control arm


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_moreInside


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Outside	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreInside


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Outside	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm

expand_moreInside


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Outside	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm

expand_moreInside


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Outside	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace screws and 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
Replace 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 2008 Audi A6 Avant 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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2008 Audi A6 Avant generations

In 2008 Audi offered 2 generations of the A6 Avant. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

C6

Type 4F5

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2008 Audi A6 Avant generations

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