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1996 Audi A4 Base, Standard
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1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 8.50 OZS. | 0.25 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | The cooling system has been filled at the factory with permanent coolant which DOES NOT need to be changed. The coolant consists of a mixture of water and the manufacturer's coolant additive G 12 A8DTL 774 D - antifreeze on glycol basis with 50% anti-corrosive additives. | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | API - SAE 5W-50, 10W-50, 10W-60 (Below -20Deg.F to Above 95Deg.F), 5W-30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (Below 5Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (5Deg.F to 120Deg.F) | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | Base | 16.40 GALS. | 62.08 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Audi Hydraulic Oil | Part No. G 002 000 or equivalent. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlight washer | 6.70 QTS. | 6.34 L | Mixture of water and a Glass Cleaning Solution | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/o Headlight washer | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | Mixture of water and a Glass Cleaning Solution | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | |
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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.