expand_more2.4 with gasoline V6 2.4 L 162 HP, 230 N⋅m engine (1997.3–2000.11)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 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_moreAll other modifications
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_moreStabiliser mounting at the axle control arm
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
With ball joint
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWith rubber mount
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
Flange nuts
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Nut with washer assembly
92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
Flange nuts
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Nut with washer assembly
92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stub axle
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
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°
On stub axle
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
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°
On stub axle
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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_moreM16
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage
140.14 lbf⋅ft140.14 lbf⋅ft190 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 1999 Audi A4 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 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 1999 Audi A4 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
1999 Audi A4 generations
In 1999 Audi offered 2 generations of the A4. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.