Segment:
        
        
            Mid-size Luxury Sedan/Wagon
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Owners seeking DIY maintenance and repair, Independent Repair Shops
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volvo 740/940
        
     
    
    
        
            Vehicle Philosophy:
        
        
            Audi's focus on Quattro all-wheel drive, sophisticated engineering, and understated luxury
        
     
    
        
            Manual Value:
        
        
            Provides authoritative technical data for accurate servicing and repair
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Complete Overhaul, Component Testing, Sealing, Timing
        
     
    
        
            Engine Management:
        
        
            Fuel Injection Systems (CIS-E, Motronic), Ignition Systems, Emissions Controls
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Manual:
        
        
            Clutch, Gearbox Overhaul, Shifting Mechanisms, Driveshafts
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Automatic:
        
        
            Transmission Overhaul, Valve Body, Torque Converter, Fluid Service
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Front MacPherson Struts, Rear Independent Suspension, Bushings, Springs, Dampers
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power Steering System, Steering Rack, Tie Rods, Column
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Hydraulic System, ABS, Disc Brakes (Front & Rear), Parking Brake
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Wiring Diagrams, Charging System, Starting System, Lighting, Gauges, Fuses, Relays
        
     
    
        
            Body And Chassis:
        
        
            Body Repair, Panel Replacement, Doors, Glass, Seals, Chassis Components
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning System Servicing and Repair
        
     
    
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Spark Plug Service, Fluid Checks
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic Procedures, Common Fault Finding, Symptom-Based Diagnosis
        
     
    
        
            Component Replacement:
        
        
            Step-by-step guides for replacing major and minor components
        
     
    
        
            Rebuilding Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for overhauling engines, transmissions, and other major units
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
        
        
            On-board diagnostics (OBD) interpretation, sensor testing, actuator checks
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds)
        
     
    
        
            Detail Level:
        
        
            Factory-level repair procedures, specifications, and torque values
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated Inline 5-Cylinder (Petrol)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Displacement:
        
        
            2.3 Liters (2309 cc)
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            76.4 mm x 107.0 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            10.3:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Ps:
        
        
            133 PS (approx.) at 5500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque Nm:
        
        
            186 Nm (approx.) at 4500 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Bosch CIS-E (Continuous Injection System - Electronic)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Petrol (95 RON recommended)
        
     
    
        
            Ignition System:
        
        
            Electronic Ignition with knock sensor
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Variants:
        
        
            2.0L Inline-4 (115 PS), 2.0L 16V Inline-4 (140 PS), 2.8L V6 (174 PS), 2.3L 20V Inline-5 Turbo (220 PS - S2/RS2 derived)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Standard Transmission:
        
        
            5-Speed Manual
        
     
    
    
        
            Optional Transmission:
        
        
            4-Speed Automatic (ZF 4HP22)
        
     
    
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Quattro All-Wheel Drive (Standard on most models)
        
     
    
        
            Manual Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            API GL-4 Gear Oil (e.g., Castrol EPX 80W-90)
        
     
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            G 052 162 A2 (or equivalent Dexron III)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Crash Test Information:
        
        
            Limited official crash test data available for this vintage, but known for robust body structure.
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on most models
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Traction control (ASR) became available later in the generation, less common for 1992 models.
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver's side airbag standard on many 1992 models, passenger airbag optional/later addition.
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Front and rear seatbelts, pre-tensioners on front belts
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Factory Audi radio/cassette player with amplifier, optional CD player.
        
     
    
        
            Climate Control:
        
        
            Manual climate control, optional automatic climate control (Climatronic) on later models.
        
     
    
    
        
            Cruise Control:
        
        
            Available as an option on many models.
        
     
    
    
        
            Telematics:
        
        
            Basic telematics, no integrated Bluetooth or advanced connectivity features.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Change:
        
        
            10,000 km or 12 months (whichever comes first)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            30,000 km or 24 months
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            60,000 km (for standard plugs), consult manual for specific types
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            60,000 km or 5 years (critical for interference engines)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-40 or 10W-40 (API SH/CF or higher)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            G 11 Antifreeze/Coolant Concentrate (Blue/Green)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Common Problems:
        
        
            Crankcase breather system clogging, ABS sensor failures, vacuum line degradation, fuel distributor leaks, worn suspension bushings.
        
     
    
        
            Cis E System:
        
        
            Requires careful diagnosis due to complexity; check for fuel pressure regulator and airflow sensor issues.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Gremlins:
        
        
            Age-related wiring harness issues and ground point corrosion can cause intermittent problems.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audi Heritage:
        
        
            Audi's long history of engineering innovation, particularly with quattro AWD and advanced engines.
        
     
    
    
        
            Generation:
        
        
            Second Generation Audi 100 (Typ 4A/C3)
        
     
    
        
            Design Era:
        
        
            Introduction of the aerodynamic 'J-design' styling.
        
     
    
        
            Predecessor:
        
        
            Audi 100 (Typ 44)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            1982-1991 (Typ 44), 1991-1994 (Typ 4A, often referred to as Audi A6 C4 precursor)
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations:
        
        
            Germany (Ingolstadt), Belgium, China (CKD)