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

Audi -> Vacuum & Wiring Diagrams -> Wiring Diagram Legend
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> 1995 -> 1996-97 -> Battery Ground Cable -> Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

Radio Coded Anti-Theft System

1995

Obtain the radio anti-theft system code before attempting any repair that requires battery disconnect. If a code is unavailable, on repairs that do not require air bag system disarming, a "Computer Memory Saver" should be plugged into the cigarette lighter to maintain a constant voltage to the radio.

If radio is disabled proceed as follows to reactivate system.

  • Obtain radio anti-theft system code from vehicle owner/operator, then turn radio to On position, SAFE should be displayed.
  • Depress and hold AM/FM and SCAN buttons until default code 1000 is display...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> All 1989-05 -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as re...

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Attached Wheel Bearing Housing -> Less Attached Wheel Bearing Housing
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

Attached Wheel Bearing Housing

  • Loosen wheel bolts.
  • Remove wheel hub to axle shaft bolt.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove washer and wheel.
  • Remove axle shaft flange, nut from link rod, and control arm to stabilizer bar to subframe mounting bolts.
  • Push control arm downward, then press axle shaft out of hub using a suitable puller.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Ensure splines on stub axle and wheel hub are free of oil, grease and old locking compound.
    • Apply a .2 inch (5mm) band of D6 locking compound around end of outer CV joint splines, then install axle...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Remove alternator assembly.
  • Disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmission, remove right front wheel.
  • Remove starter motor to transmission housing attaching bolts.
  • Remove starter from ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Check Engine Lamp -> With OBD II
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

The Check Engine lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If warning lamp com...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Audi Cabriolet 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.

  • Remove dri...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

Ambient Temperature Switch Location Diagram for 1996 Audi Cabriolet  2.8 V6 GASAmbient Temperature Switch Location Diagram for 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • A/C Cut-Out Thermal Switch
  • Ambient Temperature Switch
  • Connector F-38
  • Connector F-163
  • Fuel Level Sensor Location Diagram for 1996 Audi Cabriolet  2.8 V6 GASFuel Level Sensor Location Diagram for 1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Pump
  • Trunk Lid Alarm Switch
  • Fuel Level Sensor
  • Ground G-6
  • Connector F-123
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

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

    Components on diagram:
  • Central Locking Control Module
  • Mirror Adjustment Switch
  • Mirror Foldaway Function Control Module
  • 1996 Audi Cabriolet  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Audi Cabriolet 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Sunroof Control Module
  • Front Interior Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Audi Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

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

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

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

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Audi Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 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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