What is the proper procedure for changing the differential lubricant on 2004 Audi A4?

Perform this procedure after driving the vehicle to warm the lubricant for easier drainage. Raise the vehicle on jackstands, remove the check/fill plug, and then the drain plug to drain the lubricant. Reinstall and tighten the drain plug, then fill the differential with lubricant until it reaches the bottom of the hole. Finally, install and tighten the filler plug.

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2004 Audi A4 Differential Carrier Part Number: 01R-525-053-M
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- Other Name: Housing; Differential Carrier
- Item Weight: 15.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 01R-525-053-M
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2004 Audi A4 Submodels:
- Base, Cabriolet | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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2004 Audi A4 Differential Assembly Part Number: 01R-500-044-A
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- Other Name: Differential; Differential Assembly
- Item Weight: 51.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 01R-500-044-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2004 Audi A4 Submodels:
- Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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2004 Audi A4 Differential Assembly Part Number: 01R-500-044-C
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- Other Name: Differential; Differential Assembly
- Item Weight: 58.70 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 01R-500-044-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2004 Audi A4 Submodels:
- Base, Cabriolet | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS

2004 Audi A4 Differential Parts and Q&A

Q: What is the proper procedure for changing the differential lubricant on 2004 Audi A4?
A: Perform this procedure after driving the vehicle to warm the lubricant for easier drainage. Raise the vehicle on jackstands, remove the check/fill plug, and then the drain plug to drain the lubricant. Reinstall and tighten the drain plug, then fill the differential with lubricant until it reaches the bottom of the hole. Finally, install and tighten the filler plug.