This workshop service repair manual provides comprehensive information for the Audi A4, chassis code B5, covering model years 1997 through 2000. The Audi A4 of this generation is a compact executive sedan and wagon, celebrated for its clean, understated European styling and the availability of the renowned quattro all-wheel-drive system, which significantly enhances traction and stability. It competed in the premium segment, appealing to buyers seeking refinement, performance, and advanced engineering, often earning accolades such as Car and Driver's 10Best list. The A4 offered a range of engines, including efficient turbocharged 1.8L four-cylinder and smooth 2.8L V6 options, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic functionality.

This manual serves as an essential resource for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing the Audi A4. It details a wide array of systems, including engine mechanical and electrical components, manual and automatic transmissions, drivetrain, suspension, steering, brakes, body and chassis, as well as electrical and climate control systems. The manual includes detailed maintenance procedures, such as oil changes and fluid flushes, diagnostic procedures with troubleshooting guides and fault code interpretation, and comprehensive repair and overhaul procedures with step-by-step instructions. It also provides crucial technical specifications, torque values, fluid capacities, wiring diagrams, and information on special tools, ensuring that owners, mechanics, and technicians can effectively service and preserve the vehicle's performance and longevity.