Engine, installing: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Audi RS 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- All cable ties which are opened or cut open on removal must be replaced in same position when installing.
- Any heat insulation sleeves which are taken off when removing must be re-attached in same position when installing.
- Secure all hose connections with correct hose clips (same as original equipment). See parts catalog.
- Remove any traces of oil or grease on hose connections and hoses for charge air system before installing. Do not apply lubricant.
- When performing repairs, replace seals, gaskets, self-locking nuts and bolts which have a specified tightening angle.
- Before apply sealant, check updated information: See parts catalog.
- Check whether locating dowel sleeves for engine/transmission are in cylinder block and install if necessary.
- To secure torque converter on drive plate, ONLY USE NEW BOLTS (same as original equipment). See parts catalog.
- Note differing tightening torques for torque converter bolts. See Fig 1.
- Bolt without ribbing
- Tightening torque 65 Nm
- Bolt with ribbing
- Tightening torque 85 Nm