expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
C38 brake calipers
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
On chassis
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOn rear axle
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreBearing pedestal
On chassis
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Steering knuckle
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
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 1996 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 1996 Audi A4 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.