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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINETIMING COMPONENTSSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSTIMING BELT TENSIONER TORQUE
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Timing Belt Tensioner Torque
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Timing Belt Tensioner Torque
Dimensions
Adjust position of tensioning roller until damper length -a- is within specified range.
Damper length -a-:
Engine cold: 136-139 mm (5.35-5.47 in)
Engine warm: 126-129 mm (4.96-5.08 in)
Tightening Specifications
c. Tighten tensioning roller to: 25 Nm (18 ft lbs)
Adjust position of tensioning roller until damper length -a- is within specified range.
Damper length -a-:
Engine cold: 136-139 mm (5.35-5.47 in)
Engine warm: 126-129 mm (4.96-5.08 in)
Tightening Specifications
c. Tighten tensioning roller to: 25 Nm (18 ft lbs)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.