Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 1.8, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 2.8, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 2.4, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) 2.4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear ABS sensor on AUDI A4 B5 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for A4 Saloon (8D2, B5) and other AUDI models
Tools
Replacement: ABS sensor – Audi A4 B5 saloon. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 24
HEX bit No.H8
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Vernier caliper
Tap wrench
Hammer
Pincers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: ABS sensor – Audi A4 B5 saloon. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – Audi A4 B5 saloon. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Audi A4 B5 saloon
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: ABS sensor – Audi A4 B5 saloon. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.
    Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 12
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use HEX No.H8. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the wheel hub nut cap. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the cotter pin securing the hub nut. Use a crowbar. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 17
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    Unscrew the hub nut. Use a drive socket #24. Use a tap wrench.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc assemled with the wheel hub bearing. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 19
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    Clean the stub axle. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  18. Step 20
    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 21
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    Measure and note the distance between the ABS sensor and the brake disc. Use a vernier caliper.
  19. Step 22
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor. Use pincers.
  20. Step 23
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring. Use a crowbar.
  21. Step 24
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    Remove the rear seats.
  22. Step 25
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  23. Step 26
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor. Use pincers.
  24. Step 27
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    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 B5 saloon. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  25. Step 28
    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Step 29
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
    Replacement: ABS sensor – Audi A4 B5 saloon. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    When installing the ABS sensor, keep the required distance between it and the brake disc.
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