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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Blower Motor, Replace -> A4 -> A6 -> Cabriolet
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

A4
  • On models with audio coded anti-theft system, refer to "Precautions."
  • On all models, remove cover from under glove compartment, then the glove compartment.
  • Remove angle bracket attaching screws, then the angle brackets (4), Fig. .
  • Disconnect orange air bag unit electrical connector. The orange electrical connector is connected to the wiring harness and is located on the center tunnel behind the left side of the air bag unit. Do not disconnect red two pin connections on the air bag unit. If the red two pin electrical connection on the air bag u...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Single Piston Rear Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

Overhaul

Refer to Fig. when servicing front disc brake calipers, noting the following:

  • Remove piston from caliper housing using replacement tool No. 3272, or equivalent, Fig. .
  • Remove caliper piston seal using a suitable screwdriver, Fig. .
  • Install piston as follows:
    • Install protective cap with sealing lip onto piston, Fig. .
    • Using a suitable screwdriver insert inner sealing lip of protective cap into groove in brake caliper housing, Fig. . ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Component Locations -> 1991-05 2.8L V6
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

Refer to Fig...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel cover and remove drive axle bolt in hub.
  • Pull speed sensor slightly out of housing, then remove drive axle flange to transaxle mounting bolts.
  • Press drive axle upward toward front o...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Obtain radio anti-theft protection code.
  • Remove serpentine drive belt Fig. , then disconnect electrical connections from alternator.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts and brackets, th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at rear coolant line and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Version A -> Version B
Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

Mark direction of belt travel before removing, using a crayon or marker. Reinstalling a used belt in opposite direction could damage belt.

Version A

  • Remove drive belt guard.
  • Loosen drive belt tensioner using 15mm wrench and drift 3204 or equivalent,...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Auxiliary Relay Panel 3 Diagram for 1996 Audi A6  2.8 V6 GASAuxiliary Relay Panel 3 Diagram for 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp
  • Passenger Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Audi A6  2.8 V6 GASPassenger Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • A/C Control Head
  • Fuse Panel
  • Emergency Flasher Relay
  • Radio/Parking Light Warning Buzzer
  • Airbag Triggering Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Audi A6  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt Warning Light
  • Brake Fluid Level Warning Switch
  • Left Turn Signal Indicator Light
  • Parking Brake Warning Light Switch
  • Glow Plug Indicator Light
  • 1996 Audi A6  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Airbag Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AIRBAG / PYROTECHNIC SAFETY BELT DEPLOYMENT INQUIRIES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AIRBAG, REPLACEMENT INTERVAL CHANGE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1996 Audi A6 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Audi A6 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Audi A6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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