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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1996A4 BASE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)EXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 64 (BRAKE SYSTEM - ABS)ABS FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGNOTES

1996 Audi A4 Base, Standard

ABS front axle components, removing and installing: Notes

1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Notes

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NOTE: The following list refers to items in Fig 1.

Hex bolt
- Always replace
- Different versions, see part catalog
Vehicle must not be raised when tightening this bolt.

Tightening torque:

See AXLE SHAFTS - FRONT & REAR .
Clamping sleeve
- Always replace
- Left and right sides are identical
- Before installing, grease the hole in the wheel bearing housing with lubricating paste G 000 650
- Push into wheel bearing housing up to stop
Sealing collar
ABS wheel speed sensor
- Install drive axle before installing speed sensor.
- Push into clamping sleeve up to stop.
- Replacing, see ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
Drive axle with rotor
- Inspect rotor for signs of dirt and damage. See ROTOR, CHECKING .
- Replace outer CV joint if the rotor is damaged.
  See AXLE SHAFTS - FRONT & REAR .
- Outer CV joint is supplied as replacement part with rotor.

Fig 1: Identifying ABS Front Axle Components

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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.