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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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1996 Audi A4 Base, Standard
Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities
1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Capacities
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, radio will go into anti-theft protection mode. Obtain radio anti-theft protection code from owner prior to servicing vehicle.
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Amp Hr. Rating |
|---|---|
| A4 | 70 |
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | 5.3 Qts. (5.0L) | ||||||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater) | 6.9 Qts. (6.5L) | ||||||
| Automatic Transmission | |||||||
| Initial Fill (1) | 9.25 Qts. (8.8L) | ||||||
| Fluid Change (1) | (2) 2.7 Qts. (2.6L) | ||||||
| Final Drive (Differential) | |||||||
| Front Differential | |||||||
| Initial Fill (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic) | .84 Qt. (.8L) | ||||||
| Fluid Change (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic) | .79 Qt. (.75L) | ||||||
| Center Differential (Quattro) | |||||||
| Initial Fill (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic) | .84 Qt. (.8L) | ||||||
| Fluid Change (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic) | .79 Qt. (.75L) | ||||||
| Rear Differential (Quattro) | |||||||
| Initial Fill (SAE 90W) | 2.0 Qts. (1.9L) | ||||||
| Fluid Change (SAE 90W) | 1.9 Qts. (1.8L) | ||||||
| Manual Transmission (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic) | |||||||
| Except Quattro | 2.4 Qts. (2.3L) | ||||||
| Quattro | 2.9 Qts. (2.7L) | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.