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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A4 SEDAN (8K2) L4-2.0L TURBO (CAEB)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2012 Audi A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB)
Connecting Rod, Engine
2012 Audi A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB)SECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
Connecting Rod Bolts:
Tighten 45 Nm + 90° turn
Replace
Bearing Shells:
Axial play
new 0.10 to 0.35 mm
wear limit 0.40 mm
Use old bolt to measure radial play
Tighten to 30 Nm to measure radial play, do not turn further.
Measure radial clearance with Plastigage(R):
New 0.02 to 0.06 mm
wear limit 0.09 mm
Do not turn crankshaft when checking radial clearance
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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.