Safety Warning
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
Torque Specifications
1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Audi A6, 1999 Audi A6, and 1998 Audi A6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Always use NEW brake caliper bolts, upper inner and outer control arm bolts, subframe bolts, lower strut assembly bolt, lower inner control arm bolts and all self-locking nuts. Replace any worn or corroded fasteners.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Caliper Bolts (1) | 22 (30) | ||||
| Driveshaft-To-Differential Bolts | 41 (55) | ||||
| Lower Control Arm-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolt (1) | 70 (95) | ||||
| Lower Control Arm Inner Bushing Bolts (1) | (2) 52 (70) | ||||
| Splash Shield Bolts | 7 (10) | ||||
| Outer Drive Axle Bolt (1) | (2) 85 (115) | ||||
| Strut Assembly-To-Lower Control Arm Bolt (1) | (2) 52 (70) | ||||
| Strut Bracket-To-Body Bolt | 33 (45) | ||||
| Strut Bracket-To-Strut Assembly Nut (1) | 20 (27) | ||||
| Subframe Bolts (1) | (2) 81 (110) | ||||
| Sway Bar Bracket Nut (1) | 15 (20) | ||||
| Sway Bar Link-To-Sway Bar Nut (1) | 37 (50) | ||||
| Sway Bar Link-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolt | 37 (50) | ||||
| Track Rod Inner End Nut (1) | 70 (95) | ||||
| Track Rod Outer End Nut (1) | 70 (95) | ||||
| Upper Control Arm Inner Bushing Bolts (1) | 70 (95) | ||||
| Upper Control Arm-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolt (1) | (2) 52 (70) | ||||
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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.