2008 Audi A6 transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive


Drive shaft heat protection plate	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

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°


Propeller shaft heat protection plate	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Propeller shaft	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreClutch


Clutch master cylinder	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clutch pressure plate	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.

expand_moreClutch slave cylinder


All Audi gasoline V6 2.8 L BDX engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws.
All Audi gasoline V6 2.8 L CCDA engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws.
All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreDifferential

expand_moreDifferential oil control screws


01J Multitronic gearbox	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreGear shifting

expand_moreGear rod


With manual transmission	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGear rod guide lever


With Multitronic	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreSelector cable linkage


With Multitronic	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreThrust rod


With manual transmission	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.8 L CCDA 188 HP at 5000 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreClass 10.9


M10	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.8 L BDX 207 HP at 5500 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreClass 10.9


M10	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque converter


All other modifications	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreAll other modifications


With Multitronic	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BPP engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


0A2 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L BSG engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


0A2 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 2.7 L CANA engines

expand_moreWith 6-speed gearbox


0A2 gearbox	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreWith manual transmission


01X gearbox	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil control plug

expand_moreAll other modifications


With Multitronic	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting


Cross support	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox cross support


All other modifications	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.8 L CCDA 188 HP at 5000 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


Screws at the gearbox bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
At the crossmember	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAudi gasoline V6 2.8 L BDX 207 HP at 5500 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 3000 RPM


Screws at the gearbox bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
At the crossmember	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox support

expand_moreAudi diesel straight-4 2.0 L CAHA 168 HP at 4200 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 1750 RPM


At the gearbox	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
At the gearbox

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Audi A6 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.

Maintenance Items

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Service Intervals

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Doing basic service for your 2008 Audi A6 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2008 Audi A6 generations

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

C6 facelift

Type 4F2

2008 Audi A6 C6 Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2008 Audi A6 generations

C6 facelift

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