Timing Cover

2011 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB)SECTION Timing Cover





Left Timing Chain Cover, Tightening Specifications and Sequence





Tighten bolts in 2 stages in sequence - 1 through 8 - as follows;
Tighten to 5 Nm
Tighten an additional 90°
Replace the bolts for the left timing chain cover.

Right Timing Chain Cover, Tightening Specifications and Sequence





Tighten bolts in 2 stages in sequence - 1 through 8 - as follows;
Tighten to 5 Nm
Tighten an additional 90°
Replace the bolts for the right timing chain cover.

Lower Timing Chain Cover, Tightening Specifications and Sequence





Tighten bolts in 6 stages as follows:
Tighten the bolts - arrows - and tighten them to 5 Nm
Tighten the bolts - 1 through 10 - diagonally to 9 Nm
Tighten bolts - arrows - to 9 Nm
Tighten the bolts - 8, 9 and 10 - to 22 Nm
Tighten the bolt - 3 - to 16 Nm
Tighten the bolt - 6 - to 70 Nm
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.