expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
First stage
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
On the engine block
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
Camshaft timing chain tensioner
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Camshaft timing chain tensioning rail
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreWith camshaft adjuster
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Top part of control unit housing
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil cooler
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Oil drain plug
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreOil filter housing
Oil filter cover
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil pump
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOil sump
expand_moreOil sump lower part
First stage
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreOil sump top part
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 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_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreStrut
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the gearbox
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreExhaust system
Catalytic converter
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
With automated shift 7-speed gearbox
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
With 6-speed gearbox
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Audi TT RS 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 TT RS 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 2012 Audi TT RS you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
