Tighten the screws cross-wise from inside to outside.
Third stage
90°90°90°
Vibration damper
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
First stage
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Camshaft drive belt deflection pulley
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
Left
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Right
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Drive belt tensioner device
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Oil pump drive chain tensioner
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Toothed belt tensioning roller
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler lines
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Oil drain plug
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Oil filter housing
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Oil pump chain wheel
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreAt the gearbox
Oil sump top part
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_moreM7
Oil sump top part
10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Oil sump top part
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Oil sump lower part
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreEngine management
Crankshaft sensor
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
Exhaust manifold
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Exhaust pipe
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Exhaust pipe bracket
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket
1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m
expand_moreFuel lines
expand_moreBanjo screws
M12
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
M14
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
Starter
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 Audi A6 S6 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.
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 S6 Avant 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 2004 Audi A6 S6 Avant you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2004 Audi A6 S6 Avant generations
In 2004 Audi offered 2 generations of the A6 S6 Avant. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.
