2013 Audi A6 RS6 Avant front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


PR code 1ZK	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code FM0	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LA	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LF	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LJ	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LL	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LM	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LN	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LU	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LW	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
PR code 1LX	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake line


PR code 1ZK	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code FM0	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LA	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LF	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LJ	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LL	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LM	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
PR code 1LN	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
PR code 1LP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
PR code 1LU	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
PR code 1LW	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
PR code 1LX	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


PR code 1ZK	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
PR code FM0	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
PR code 1LF	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
PR code 1LL	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
PR code 1LM	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.
PR code 1LN	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.
PR code 1LP	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
PR code 1LU	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.
PR code 1LW	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.
PR code 1LX	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


M14 × 1,5 screws	144.56 lbf⋅ft144.56 lbf⋅ft196 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Front axle brake disc	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Steering column	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts
Second stage	180°180°180°


Steering wheel	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Track rod end on stub axle	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreConnection clamp at the suspension strut


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreConnection clamp at the transverse control arm


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


On chassis	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and tighten alternately

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Use new 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 stabiliser


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

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut


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


Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm


M12	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M14	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


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

expand_moreOn stub axle


M12	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M14	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


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


On stub axle	103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal


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


On stub axle	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal


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


On stub axle	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 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
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires


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 2013 Audi A6 RS6 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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