Audi A6 Sedan 1998-2004, Audi A6 Avant 1999-2004, Audi allroad quattro 2001-2004, Audi S6 Avant 2002-2004, Audi RS6 2003-2004 - Suspension, Wheels, Steering
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Front axle components, overview
General Information
Load bearing components and parts of the suspension
must not be welded or straightened.
Vehicles without drive axle must not be moved, or wheel
bearing will be damaged. If vehicle does have to be
moved, always note the following points:
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Install an outer joint in place of the drive
axle.
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Tighten outer joint to 115 Nm (M14 bolt) or 190 Nm
(M16 bolt).
Bonded rubber bushings can only be turned to a limited
extent. The bolted connections on suspension links
should only be tightened when vehicle is standing on
the ground.
