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How to change front ABS sensor on AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) – replacement guide
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AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.6, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.8 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) S4 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.5 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.6, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.6, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.8 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) S4 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.5 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 1.6, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) 2.4 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for A4 Avant (8D5, B5) and other AUDI models
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H14
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Clip removal tool
Flat screwdriver
Tap wrench
Pincers
Wheel chock
Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5). Tip:
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use HEX No.H14. Use a tap wrench. - Step 3
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. - Step 4Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5) - Step 6
Remove the wheel. - Step 7
Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring. Use a clip removal tool. - Step 8
Detach the ABS sensor connector. - Step 9
Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 10
Disconnect the ABS sensor. Use pincers. - Step 11
Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 12
Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 13
Connect the ABS sensor. - Step 14
Connect the ABS sensor wiring. - Step 15
Unscrew the fastener connecting the drive shaft to the wheel hub. Use HEX No.H14. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 16Remove the fastening bolt.Replacement: ABS sensor – AUDI A4 Avant (8D5, B5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Make sure the ABS sensor is installed correctly.Step 17
Install and tighten the drive shaft bolt. Use HEX No.H14. Use a ratchet wrench.
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