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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
Section 64 (Brake System - Abs)
1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Section 64 (Brake System - Abs)
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- General information on the anti-lock brake system
- ABS/ESP Bosch 5.3 assembly overview
- ABS hydraulic control unit, assembly overview
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Bosch 5.3 with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
- ABS/ESP system components, removing and installing
- Brake light switch (rectangular housing), removing and installing
- Brake light switch (round housing), removing and installing
- Steering angle sensor -G85-, removing and installing
- ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104- (with ESP), removing and installing
- Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- and Sender for rotation rate -G202- for Bosch 5.3 system in 2.1 ltr. quattro, MY 98, removing and installing
- Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- and Sender for rotation rate -G202- for Bosch 5.3, removing and installing
- Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- and sender for rotation rate -G202- for Bosch 5.7, removing and installing
- Parking brake switch
- ABS/ESP Bosch 5.7, assembly overview
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
- ABS front axle components, removing and installing
- ABS rear axle components, removing and installing (front wheel drive vehicles)
- ABS rear axle components, removing and installing (all wheel drive vehicles)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.