1996 AUDI A4 wheel bolts

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- Remove front wheels.

- Remove bolts -3- and -4-.
- Disconnect tie rod ends.

- Unscrew plastic nut (arrow).
- Pry out clips and remove cover (clips not visible in illustration).
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Note:
Make sure that the bulkhead seal is not damaged by the steering gear
pinion. - Remove steering gear mounting bolts -1-, -2- and -3-.
- Remove steering gear through left-hand wheel housing (second
technician required).
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Note:
Make sure threads and bolt contact surfaces are free of oil and grease.
Notes: - Position steering gear in plenum chamber.
- Install bolts -1- and -2- but do not tighten.
- Install bolt -3- and tighten to 65 Nm (48 ft lb).
- Tighten bolts -1- and -2- to 65 Nm (48 ft lb).
- Install return hose and tighten 22 mm banjo bolt.
Tightening torque: 50 Nm (37 ft lb)
- Install supply line and tighten 19 mm banjo bolt.
Tightening torque: 40 Nm (30 ft lb)
- Re-install sealing boot.
Damaged seals must be replaced.Make sure seals are properly seated.
- Release steering column lock.
- Center steering wheel, then connect universal joint to steering pinion.
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