steering AUDI A4 1997 B5 / 1.G Engine Oil Level Checking Workshop Manual

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Connecting Scan Tool (ST) VAG 1551- (from
m.y. 1997)

DLC is located below driver's knee bar to left
side of steering wheel

Continuation for all vehicles
VAG 1551 displays all known address words in sequence. - Connect Scan Tool VAG 1551/1552 with diagnostic cable VAG 1551/3.
- Start engine and run at Closed Throttle Position.
- Press brake pedal briefly once.
- Press print button to switch printer on (indicator lamp in button lights
up).
- Press key -1- for "Rapid Data Transfer" mode.
- Press key -O- twice to enter address word 00 for "Automatic Test
Sequence".
- Press -Q- key to confirm input.
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Note:
It is not possible to adjust the tension of the V-
belt for the coolant pump.

- Tighten viscous fan mounting to 45 Nm.

- Install ribbed belt over crankshaft pulley, viscous
fan pulley and power steering pump pulley. If
necessary, pull belt upward using a suitable tool.

Vehicles with air conditioner - Turn ribbed belt tensioning element in direction of arrow.
- Install ribbed belt over Generator pulley last. Release tensioning
element.
- Check that ribbed belt is properly seated.

Routing of ribbed belt Page 32

- Install ribbed belt for A/C compressor.

Routing of ribbed belt Page 32
- Apply torque wrench to hex on tensioning roller and tension with a
torque of 25 Nm
- Tighten bolts -A- to 20 Nm
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Routing of V-belt and ribbed belts
1 -
Tensioning element for ribbed belt
2 -
Generator
3 -
Viscous coupling
4 -
Coolant pump
5 -
Power steering pump
6 -
V-belt
For coolant pump
7 -
Ribbed belt For Generator, power steering pump and
viscous fan
8 -
Vibration damper
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Power steering fluid level, checking


Requirements:

Engine at normal operating temperature.
Vehicle stationary.
Front wheels in straight ahead position.

- Remove cap with dipstick from expansion tank
and wipe off dipstick with a lint-free cloth.

Delivery inspection:
Fluid level must be at max. marking when inspection is performed.
Inspection service:
Fluid level between min. and max. markings.
Note:
If oil level has dropped to the min. marking, check power steering system, - Reinstall cap with dipstick and remove again.
- Read max. and min. markings on dipstick. top off with G 002 000
hydraulic oil, if necessary, as follows:
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Brake system - visual inspection


WARNING!

Any defects found must be repaired.

- Inspect brake master cylinder, vacuum brake
booster, hydraulic unit, brake pressure regulator,
and brake calipers for leaks and damage.

- Brake hoses must not be twisted.

- Brake hoses must not make contact with any
part of vehicle when steering is at full lock.

- Inspect brake hoses for porosity and
deterioration, brake hoses and brake lines for
chafing.

- Inspect the brake connections and attachments
for correct seating, leaks and corrosion.
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