2027 Audi Q5 SQ5 engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUC engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


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

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

expand_moreAluminium screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°


Steel screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Alternator	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten cross-wise.
Second stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump


Screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Union nuts	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Use new seals.


Servo pump pulley	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Servo steering pump	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Tensioning device for air-conditioning compressor auxiliary drive belt	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUC engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


High-pressure line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUC engines	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


High-pressure pump pulley	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Injection hoses	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


First stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreCharge air compressor


Nuts	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stud screws	12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


Screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace screws. Use hot screw paste.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUC engines	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB.


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Third stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Valve cover, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB.


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


Central screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Shaft must be replaced when the screw connection has been loosened.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Wheel	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreDrive plate


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

expand_moreEngine block closure screws


All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CVUC engines	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines

Figure 3. Engine block, Main bearing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreVibration damper


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines

expand_moreScrews 1 – 4

Figure 4. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB, Screws 1 – 4.


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
See figure 4.
Second stage	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 5 – 24


Third stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Sixth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 5 – 10


Fifth stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Camshaft timing gear	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreIntermediate shaft chain sprocket

expand_moreFirst cylinder row


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSecond cylinder row


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBearing pedestal second cylinder row


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Tension rail bearing screws	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover first cylinder row

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand.
Replace screws.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Oil drain plug	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


Oil filter cover	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
On timing case cover	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	Screw in screw(s) by hand
Replace screws.
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB engines

expand_moreOil sump lower part

Figure 5. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB, Oil sump lower part.


First stage	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump top part

Figure 6. Engine lubrication, Oil sump, Audi diesel V6 3.0 L CGQB, Oil sump top part.


First stage	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Glow plugs	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Knock sensor	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Engine bracket	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


At the subframe	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine bracket


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

expand_moreSubframe

expand_moreM12 × 100 screws


First stage	84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut

expand_moreM12 × 42 screws


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	135°135°135°

expand_moreM12 × 51 screws


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

expand_moreTorque arm


On the engine block	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


At the crossmember	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
On chassis	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system


Catalytic converter	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Catalytic converter bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Diesel particulate filter	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Exhaust manifold	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
Exhaust pipe	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Exhaust pipe bracket	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe rear	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M10	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreM12 × 100 screws


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2027 Audi Q5 SQ5 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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