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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

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Integra

When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 ozs. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 ozs. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new o...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> 1995 -> 1997 -> Power Supply
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

1995

Power Supply
  • Check battery for full charge.
  • Check that fuses 3, 12 and anti-lock brake power supply relay fuses are satisfactory. The anti-lock brake power supply relay fuse is located on top of the power supply relay.
  • Check for continuity between ABS control unit connector terminal 13 and ground, at battery ground cable. Fig. .
  • Turn ignition switch to the Off position.
  • Check for continuity between ABS control unit connector terminal 10 and ground.
  • Check for battery voltage between ABS control unit plug terminals 1 and 10. Approximate battery voltage should be read.
  • If approximate ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> All 1989-05 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Service as re...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Remove wheel cover, then drive axle bolt in hub.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel assemblies.
  • Remove drive axle mounting bolts.
  • Remove cable for ABS wheel speed sensor from bracket at brake caliper, then pull ABS wheel speed sensor slightly out of swing ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Obtain radio anti-theft protection code.
  • Remove screws securing wiring harness connectors from battery to the starter and ignition switch to the star...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Audi -> 1996-2008 A4, 1998 Cabriolet, 2002-08 S4 & 2007-09 RS4
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

On 1996-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 20,000 miles.

On 2004-09 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced at 15,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand side air intake pl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 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 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

This procedure has been revised by a Technical Service Bulletin.

  • Drain cooling system.
  • Unscrew viscous fan from bearing, then pull rearward into shroud.
  • Remove shroud and viscous fan assembly.
  • Disconnect radiator hoses.
  • R...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

Risk of destroying due to reversed running direction on a used drive belt. Before removing drive belt, marking running direction with chalk or felt-tip pen for reinstallation later.

  • Remove sound insulation panel.
  • Loosen bolts for drive belt tensioner for A/C compressor...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Audio System Components Locations Diagram for 1997 Audi A4  1.8 L4 GASAudio System Components Locations Diagram for 1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • CD Changer
  • BOSE Amplifier
  • Antenna Amplifier
  • Front Door Bottom Speaker
  • I/P & Console Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Audi A4  2.8 V6 GASI/P & Console Component Locations Diagram for 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fresh Air Blower
  • Footwell/Defroster Flap Motor
  • Air Flow Flap Motor
  • Temperature Regulator Flap Motor
  • Fresh Air Intake Duct Temperature Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Audi A4  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defogger Switch
  • Antenna Amplifier
  • 1997 Audi A4  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Sunroof Control Module
  • Left Window Motor
  • Right Window Motor
  • Left Rear Door Window Motor
  • Power Window/Sunroof Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AIRBAG / PYROTECHNIC SAFETY BELT DEPLOYMENT INQUIRIES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: LATCH SYSTEM, INSTALLING/RETROFITTING - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1997 Audi A4 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Audi A4 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 1997 Audi A4 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 1997 Audi A4 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 1997 Audi A4 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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