expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_more2.7 Turbo quattro with gasoline V6 2.7 L 227 HP at 5800 RPM, 310 N⋅m at 1700 RPM engine (1999.2–2000.9)
C43 brake calipers
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
C38 brake calipers
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
At the axle support
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
On chassis
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
M8
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
expand_moreM14
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreM16
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
At the axle support
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
On stub axle
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM14
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheels and tires
Tire pressure sensors
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Wheel attachment
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2000 Audi A4 Quattro user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Audi warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Audi A4 Quattro service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2000 Audi A4 Quattro you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2000 Audi A4 Quattro generations
In 2000 Audi offered 2 generations of the A4 Quattro. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.