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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A4 2.0T AVANT QUATTROREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING LINKAGESTEERING (AVANT)48 STEERINGSPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2012 Audi A4 2.0T Avant Quattro
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2012 Audi A4 2.0T Avant QuattroSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Component | Fastener Size | Nm |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Pulley | - | 22 |
| Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module to Steering Column Bolt | - | 5 |
| Handle to Steering Column Bolt | - | 3 |
| Mounting Bracket for Steering Column | - | 5 |
| Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bolt | - | 9 |
| Power Steering Line to Steering Gear Bolt | - | 20 |
| Power Steering Line to Body Retaining Nut | - | 9 |
| Power Steering Line to Pump Bolt | - | 9 |
| Power Steering Line to Pump Union Nut | - | 38 |
| Power Steering Line to Pump Union Nut | ||
| This tightening specification applies only with the 17 mm ring spanner insert, open V.A.G 1331/10 | - | 36 |
| Power Steering Line to Steering Gear Retaining Nut | - | 6 |
| Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolt | ||
| - 4-Cylinder | - | 25 |
| - 6-Cylinder | - | 20 |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket to Engine Bolt, 6-Cylinder | - | 20 |
| Pressurized Line Union Nut | - | 40 |
| Right Knee Bar to Steering Column Bolt 2, 3 | - | 20 |
| Rubber Bushing to Steering Gear | - | 6 |
| Servotronic Solenoid Valve to Steering Gear Mounting Bolt 5 | - | 3 |
| Steering Column to Mounting Bracket Bolt 2 | - | 20 |
| Steering Gear to Subframe Bolt 1 | - | 80 + 180° turn |
| Steering Intermediate Shaft to Steering Column Bolt 1, 4 | - | 30 + 90° turn |
| Steering Intermediate Shaft to Steering Gear Bolt 1, 4 | - | 30 + 90° turn |
| Steering Wheel to Steering Column Bolt 1 | - | 50 |
| Tie Rod to Steering Gear | - | 90 |
| Tie Rod End to Tie Rod Lock Nut | - | 80 |
| Tie Rod End to Wheel Bearing Housing Nut 1 | ||
| - 12-Point Combi Nut | - | 100 |
| - Hex Collar Nut | - | 20 + 90° turn |
| - Hex Combi Nut | - | 110 |
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| Clamp Style | Pliers V.A.G 1682 A (Hazet) with adapter V.A.G 1682 A/1 | Pliers V.A.G 1682 (O tiker) with adapter V.A.G 1682 A/1 |
|---|---|---|
| 85 mm clamp (front passenger side), see item 8 | 7 Nm | 9 Nm |
| 59 mm clamp (driver side), see item 1 | 10 Nm | 12 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:
- • 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.