Part I: Notes

2009 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Notes
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Fig 1: Lubrication System Components, Removing And Installing - Part I
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1 - 28 Nm

2 - Stop for torque reaction support

3 - Oil pan

4 - Oil pump

  • With pressure relief valve, 12 bar
  • Removing and installing β†’ Oil pump, removing and installingΒ 
  • Replace pump if there is scoring on moving surfaces and gear teeth
  • Tightening torque for oil pump cover to oil pump housing: 10 Nm

5 - Oil pump chain sprocket

  • Sprocket can only be installed on oil pump shaft in one position

6 - 22 Nm

7 - Drive chain for oil pump

  • Mark direction of rotation before removing
  • Check for wear

8 - 15 Nm

9 - Front sealing flange

10 - Chain tensioner

  • Tighten to 16 Nm
  • Do not disassemble
  • Note installed position
  • Pre-tension spring and engage before installing
  • If spring is broken, replace complete chain tensioner

11 - Oil pump chain sprocket

12 - Dowel sleeves

  • 2 pcs.

13 - O-ring

  • Always replace

14 - 16 Nm

15 - Suction line

  • Clean strainer if soiled

16 - Baffle plate

17 - 16 Nm

18 - 15 Nm

  • Tighten in stages and diagonally
  • Note tightening sequence Install oil pan immediately and tighten bolts in sequence shown:Β  under InstallingΒ 

19 - 40 Nm

20 - Sealing ring

  • Replace

21 - Oil drain plug, 30 Nm

22 - Gasket

  • Always replace

23 - Oil return line

  • From turbocharger

24 - 10 Nm

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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.