2000 Audi S4 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Torque Specifications

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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT (FN3 & FNR-G60)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Brake Line (Front Wheels) 11 (15)
Caliper-To-Carrier Bolts (Guide Pins)
FN3 18 (25)
FNR-G60 22 (30)
Carrier-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolts (FN3)
M12x1.5x35 96 (130)
M14x1.5x35 148 (200)
Carrier-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolts (FNR-G60)
M14x1.5x38 148 (200)
Master Cylinder-To-Booster (Self-Locking Nut) 36 (49)
Booster-To-Firewall Nut (Torx Bolt) 18 (25)
Wheel Lug Bolts 90 (120)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT (HP2)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Brake Line (Front Wheels) 11 (15)
Carrier-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolts 140 (190)
Master Cylinder-To-Booster (Self-Locking Nut) 36 (49)
Booster-To-Firewall Nut (Torx Bolt) 18 (25)
Wheel Lug Bolts 90 (120)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS FRONT (BREMBO)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Brake Line (Front Wheels) 11 (15)
Carrier-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolts 81 (110)
Damper Bracket Bolts (RS6) (1) 18 (25)
Master Cylinder-To-Booster (Self-Locking Nut) 36 (49)
Booster-To-Firewall Nut (Torx Bolt) 18 (25)
Wheel Lug Bolts 90 (120)
(1) Apply locking fluid when installing.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS REAR (C38 & C43)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Brake Line (Front Wheels) 11 (15)
Caliper-To-Carrier Bolts (Guide Pins)
C38 26 (35)
C43 22 (30)
Carrier-To-Wheel Bearing Housing Bolts (C38) (1) 70 (95)
Wheel Lug Bolts 90 (120)
(1) Note different lengths when removing and installing.
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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.