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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2001A6 AVANT QUATTROREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 5 (OVERHAUL - A/T 01L)GENERAL REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSO-RINGS, SEALS, GASKETS
2001 Audi A6 Avant Quattro
O-Rings, Seals, Gaskets
2001 Audi A6 Avant QuattroSECTION O-Rings, Seals, Gaskets
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Always replace sealing rings and gaskets.
- After removing gaskets, always inspect the contact surface on the housing or shaft for burrs resulting from removal and for signs of damage.
- Coat O-rings with a thin coat of ATF at outer circumference and at sealing lip before installing.
- Coat sealing rings with ATF or Vaseline before inserting in order to avoid pinching of the rings during installation.
- Never use other lubricants in surrounding area of the ATF. Otherwise danger of improper functioning of the hydraulic transmission control may occur.
- The open side of each sealing ring faces the fluid to be sealed.
- After installing, check the gear oil and ATF levels, and correct if necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.