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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2011Q5 QUATTRO (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER BLOCK ASSEMBLYCONNECTING ROD, ENGINE
2011 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)
Connecting Rod, Engine
2011 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)SECTION Connecting Rod, Engine
Connecting Rod Bolt 30 Nm plus an additional 90° turn
Radial clearance:
New 0.015 to 0.055 mm
Wear limit 0.080 mm
Radial clearance:
New 0.010 to 0.052 mm
Wear limit 0.120 mm
Replace connecting rod bolts.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.