Checking friction lining of torque converter clutch: Audi A6 C5 / A8 D2

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C5 (4B), Audi A8 D2 (4D)

• Special tools named: torque wrench
• Renewed: torque converter, atf pipes

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• Use an adapter modifying drive from 1/4" to 1/2" if necessary.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Insert torque converter adapter T10284 into splines of torque converter.
2. Fit commercially available torque wrench with scale 3 … 23 Nm onto adapter. [Note: Use an adapter modifying drive from 1/4" to 1/2" if necessary.] — 23 Nm (17 lb-ft)
3. Turn torque wrench in (direction of arrow) (a second mechanic is required to hold torque converter in position).
4. Renew torque converter.
5. Dismantle complete gearbox and clean all parts, renew ATF pipes.
6. Dismantle and check all clutches.
7. Renew torque converter (cannot be cleaned).
8. Renew valve body (cannot be cleaned).

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