Safety Warning
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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2009 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Components | Bolt Size | Nm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake caliper bleeder valve, FN3, 2FNR 42 AL | - | 10 | ||
| Guide pins, FN3, FNRG60, 2FNR 42 AL | - | 30 | ||
| Brake caliper bleeder valve, FNRG60 | - | 15 | ||
| Brake caliper bolts, RS-6, Ceramic Brakes(1) | - | 196 | ||
| Brake line connection to brake caliper, RS-6, Ceramic Brakes | - | 19 | ||
| Brake line bracket bolts, RS-6, Ceramic Brakes | - | 10 | ||
| Brake rotor bolt, RS-6, Ceramic Brakes | - | 10 | ||
| Brake caliper housing with actuator self-locking screw with Electro-Mechanical Parking Brake (EPB)(1) | - | 35 | ||
| Brake caliper housing with actuator bleeder valve with Electro-Mechanical Parking Brake (EPB) | - | 10 | ||
| Brake fluid reservoir dowel bolt | - | 10 | ||
| Mounting bracket for pedal assembly TORX® flange bolt | - | 25 | ||
| Tandem brake booster bolts | TORX® 45 | 23 | ||
| Dual brake master cylinder self-locking nuts | - | 49 | ||
| Brake line to dual brake master cylinder/secondary piston circuit flare nut | - | 16 | ||
| Brake line to dual brake master cylinder/primary piston circuit flare nut | - | 16 | ||
| Ball head to brake booster | - | 30 | ||
| Oil supply line banjo bolts, RS 6 | - | 17 | ||
| Vacuum pump bolts, RS 6 | - | 9 | ||
| Vacuum pump to vacuum hose connection bolt | - | 5 | ||
| Bracket hex socket head bolt | - | 10 | ||
| Threaded pins to body cap bolt | - | 10 | ||
| Brake lines to hydraulic assembly flare nuts | M10 | 12 | ||
| Brake lines to hydraulic assembly flare nuts | M12 | 12 | ||
| Brake lines to hydraulic assembly flare nuts | M14 | 16 | ||
| Brake pipe line to brake hose, front axle | - | 17 | ||
| Brake line connecting in wheel housing to front axle | - | 12 | ||
| Brake line connecting in wheel housing to rear axle | - | 12 | ||
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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.