2008-2015 Audi R8 Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

4.2L V8

Applies to 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Audi R8

Labor Time:2.7 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 2008-2015 Audi R8 is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2008-2015 Audi R8 4.2L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.