Sump, oil pump, oil filter, oil cooler - exploded view — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C5 (4B)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

🔩 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. Tighten bolts (1) to 10 Nm. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
2. Plug in electrical connector (3).
3. Tighten bolts (arrow) for sump (bottom section) in diagonal sequence and in 2 stages as follows:
4. Initially tighten to 5 Nm. — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
5. Tighten to 10 Nm. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)

6. Tighten bolt (2) to 10 Nm. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
7. Tighten bolts (arrows) for oil pump to 22 Nm. — 22 Nm (16 lb-ft)
8. Tighten bolt (arrow) for chain sprocket to 25 Nm. — 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
9. Tighten bolts (1) and (2) securing sump (top section) to cylinder block in diagonal sequence initially to 5 Nm. — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
10. Tighten bolts (1 ... 4) securing sump (top section) to gearbox to 45 Nm. — 45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
11. Tighten bolts securing sump (top section) to cylinder block in diagonal sequence. Tightening torques:
12. Tighten oil pressure switch F1 to 20 Nm. — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)

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