Service: Audi A4 2008

Service
Maintenance
Audi A4 2008 ➤
Edition 12.2010
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Service Department. Technical Information

Service
Maintenance
Heading
1. Overview of engines
2. Delivery Service
3. Description of work
4. Type plate, vehicle identification number
5. Lifting the vehicle

6. Tow-starting/towing
7. Vehicle tests carried out as part of inspection services and maintenance
Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their
careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness and
safety. In addition, the normal basic safety precautions for working on motor vehicles must, as a
matter of course, be observed.
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Audi A4 2008 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 12.2010
Contents
1 Overview of engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 Delivery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 Description of work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Reading out: measured value block 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2 Battery status: reading out in Guided Fault Finding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3 Battery: checking fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4 Battery: checking that battery cables are securely fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.5 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tread depth and correcting tyre pressures . . . . . . 9
3.6 Brake system: visual check for leaks and damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.7 Brake pads: checking thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.8 Brake fluid level (depends on brake pad wear): checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.9 Brake fluid: changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.10 Data memory: interrogating with vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system
VAS 5051/ 5052 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.11 Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash deposit mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.12 Electric windows: checking positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.13 Ignition keys: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.14 G17 additive: adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.15 Noise insulation: removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.16 Hydraulic system: checking for leaks, checking hydraulic fluid level and topping up if
necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.17 Poly V-belt: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.18 Instrument cluster / MMI: setting the language . . . authorised
permitted unless . . . . . .by. AUDI
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3.19 Fuel filter: removing and installing . . . . . with . . .respect
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3.20 Cooling system: checking coolant additive level and topping up with coolant if necessary
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.21 Air cleaner: renewing air filter element and cleaning air cleaner housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.22 Air cleaner (bottom section): removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.23 Bonnet arrester hook: lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.24 Engine cover panel: removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
3.25 Engine and engine compartment (from below): visual check for leaks and damage . . . . . . 34
3.26 Engine oil: extracting, renewing oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.27 Engine oil: filling, checking oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.28 Navigation system: releasing eject button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.29 Road test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.30 Wheel bolts: tightening to specified torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.31 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): Filling tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.32 Windscreen wiper/washer system: checking jet settings, adjusting jets if necessary . . . . 47
3.33 Headlight washer system: checking jet settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3.34 Wiper blades: checking park position and checking for damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3.35 Sliding/tilting sunroof: cleaning and lubricating guide rails and seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.36 Panorama sunroof (A4 Avant): cleaning and lubricating guide rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
3.37 Snow screen: cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
3.38 Service interval display: resetting or adapting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
3.39 Dust and pollen filter: removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
3.40 Notes on dust and pollen filter with active charcoal filter insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
3.41 Track rods, track control links, swivel joints, guide links and drive shafts on front and rear
axle: checking boots, play, and secure fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3.42 Transport mode: deactivating (using vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS
5051/5052 ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
3.43 Transport locks: removing locking elements for front and rear suspension struts . . . . . . . . 61
3.44 Underseal: visual check for damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
3.45 Plenum chamber: checking water drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3.46 Winter tyres (factory-fitted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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3.47 Clock: setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

3.48 Spark plugs: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
4 Type plate, vehicle identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
5 Lifting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
6 Tow-starting/towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
7 Vehicle tests carried out as part of inspection services and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
ii Contents
Audi A4 2008 ➤
1 Overview of engines
Petrol engines
Engines ⇒ Petrol engines
Engine code CABA CABB CCUA CDHA CDHB CAKA
Capacity 1.8 ltr. 1.8 ltr. 1.8 ltr. 1.8 ltr. 1.8 ltr. 3.0 ltr.
No. of cylin‐ 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 6/4
ders / valves
per cylinder
Exhaust EU IV EU IV EU IV EU IV EU IV EU V
emissions
standard
Power out‐ kW 88 / 3650 - 118 / 4500 - 118 / 4500 - 88 / 3650 - 118 / 4500 - 245 / 4850 -
put at 6200 6200 6200 6200 6200 7000
rp
m
Torque N 230 / 1500 - 250 / 1500 - 250 / 1500 - 230 / 1500 - 250 / 1500 - 440 / 2500 -
m 3650 4500 4500 3650 4500 4850
at
rp
m
Bore ∅ 82.5 82.5 82.5 82.5 82.5 84.5
m
m
Stroke m 84.1 84.1 84.1 84.1 84.1 89
m
Compression 9.6 : 1 9.6 : 1 9.6 : 1 9.6 : 1 9.6 : 1 10.5 : 1
ratio
Fuel injection / FSI FSI FSI FSI FSI TFSI
ignition
RON mi 95 unleaded 95 unleaded 95 unleaded 95 unleaded 95 unleaded 95 unleaded
n. 1) 1) 1) 1) 1) 1)
1)Unleaded RON 91 can also be used, but will result in a slight

loss of power.

Engine code CDNC CDZA CADA CAEB CDNB CFKA CALA
Capacity 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 3.2 ltr.
No. of cylin‐ 4/4 4/4 4 / 4 4 / 4 4 / 4 4 / 4 6 / 4is not
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per cylinder with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Exhaust EU V EU V EU V ULEV2 EU V EU V EU IV
emis‐
sions
standard
Power k 155 / 4300 - 155 / 4300 - 155 / 4300 - 155 / 4300 - 132 / 4000 - 132 / 4000 - 195 / 6500
output W 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000 6000
at
rp
m
Torque N 350 / 1500 - 350 / 1500 - 350 / 1500 - 350 / 1500 - 320 / 1500 - 320 / 1500 - 330 / 3000 -
m 4200 4200 4200 4200 3900 3900 5000
at
rp
m
1. Overview of engines 1
Audi A4 2008 ➤

Engine code CDNC CDZA CADA CAEB CDNB CFKA CALA
Bore ∅ 82.5 82.5 82.5 82.5 82.5 82.5 85.5
m
m
Stroke m 92.8 92.8 92.8 92.8 92.8 92.8 92.8
m
Compres‐ 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 12.5 : 1
sion ratio
Fuel injec‐ FSI FSI FSI FSI FSI FSI FSI
tion / ignition
RON m 95 unlea‐ 95 unlea‐ 95 unlea‐ 95 unlea‐ 95 unlea‐ E85 / etha‐ 95 unlea‐
in ded 1) ded 1) ded 1) ded 1) ded 1) nol ded 1)
.
1)Unleaded RON 91 can also be used, but will result in a slight
loss of power.
Diesel engines
Engines ⇒ Diesel engines
Engine code CAFA CAGA CAGB CAHA CAHB CMEA
Capacity 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr. 2.0 ltr.
No. of cylin‐ 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4
ders / valves
per cylinder
Exhaust EU V EU V EU V EU V EU V EU IV
emissions
standard
Power out‐ kW 88 / 4200 105 / 4200 100 / 4200 125 / 4200 120 / 4200 105 / 4200
put at
rp
m
Torque N 320 / 1750 - 320 / 1750 - 320 / 1750 - 350 / 1750 - 350 / 1750 - 320 / 1750 -
m 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500 2500
at
rp
m
Bore ∅ 81 81 81 81 81 81
m
m
Stroke m 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5 95.5
m
Compression 16.5 : 1 16.5 : 1 16.5 : 1 16.5 : 1 16.5 : 1 16.5 : 1
ratio
Fuel injection / CR CR CR CR CR CR
ignition
CN mi 45 by copyright. Copying
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45 purposes,45
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not 45
n. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

Engine code CAGC CGKA CGKB CAMA
Capacity 2.0 ltr. 2.7 ltr. 2.7 ltr. 2.7 ltr.
No. of cylinders / 4/4 6/4 6/4 6/4
valves per cylinder
2 1. Overview of engines
Audi A4 2008 ➤

Engine code CAGC CGKA CGKB CAMA
Exhaust emis‐ EU V EU V EU V EU V
sions standard
Power output kW 88 / 4200 140 / 3500 - 4000 120 / 2850 - 4800 140 / 3500 - 4000
at
rpm
Torque Nm 320 / 1750 - 2500 400 / 1400 - 3300 400 / 1400 - 2850 380 / 1400 - 3300
at
rpm
Bore ∅ 81 83 83 83
mm
Stroke mm 95.5 83.1 83.1 83.1
Compression ratio 16.5 : 1 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1
Fuel injection / ignition CR CR CR CR
CN min. 45 45 45 45

Engine code CAMB CAPA CCWA CCWB CCLA
Capacity 2.7 ltr. 3.0 ltr. 3.0 ltr. 3.0 ltr. 3.0 ltr.
No. of cylinders / 6/4 6/4 6/4 6/4 6/4
valves per cylinder
Exhaust EU V EU IV EU V EU V EU VI
emissions
standard
Power output kW 120 / 3000 - 176 / 4000 - 176 / 4000 - 155 / 4000 - 176 / 4000 -
at 4500 4400 4400 4400 4400
rpm
Torque Nm 380 / 1400 - 500 / 1500 - 500 / 1500 - 500 / 1500 - 500 / 1500 -
at 3000 3000 3000 3000 3000
rpm
Bore ∅ 83 83 83 83 83
mm
Stroke mm 83.1 91.4 91.4 91.4 91.4
Compression ratio 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1 16.8 : 1
Fuel injection / ig‐ CR CR CR CR CR
nition
CN min. 45 45 45 45 45
1. Overview of engines 3
Audi A4 2008 ➤
2 Delivery Service
Work to be completed Page
In the case of stock vehicles: performing steps ELSA mainte‐

specified in maintenance table „stock vehicles“ nance table
Battery: checking that battery cables are se‐ ⇒ page 9
curely fitted
Battery status: reading out in Guided Fault Find‐ ⇒ page 6
ing
Data memory: reading out ⇒ page 18
Service interval display: resetting ⇒ page 56
Navigation system: releasing eject button ⇒ page 40
Daytime running lights: activating (see MMI Op‐
erating Manual)
G17 additive: adding into tank ⇒ page 20
(Only applies in certain countries; for countries
affected refer to maintenance table)
Instrument cluster
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in whole, is not
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Clock: setting ⇒ page 63
Front passenger's airbag: checking key switch
on / off, must be set to „on“ (see Owner's Man‐
ual)
Ignition keys: checking operation. Enter the ⇒ page 19
number of ignition keys which have been
checked and handed over to the customer: ____
Service Schedule: removing vehicle data sticker
from vehicle wallet (glove box) and sticking into
Service Schedule under Warranty entitlement
record.
Entering Delivery Inspection.
Owner's literature: checking that it is complete
and preparing for handover to customer
Cooling system: coolant must be filled to max. ⇒ page 25
level
Engine: checking oil level and topping up if nec‐ ⇒ page 38
essary
Brake system: brake fluid must be filled to max. ⇒ page 14
level
Hydraulic system: checking fluid level and top‐ ⇒ page 21
ping up if necessary
Wheel bolts: tightening to specified torque ⇒ page 41
Reducing agent (AdBlue®): Filling tank ⇒ page 42
Tyre pressure on all 4 wheels and spare wheel: ⇒ page 9
checking (note: 3.5 bar when car leaves factory)
Saving pressures in tyre pressure monitoring
system
Accessories: installing (components stored in
luggage compartment, glove box, supplied
pack); keep puller or plastic clip in vehicle tool
kit.
Transport locks: removing locking elements for ⇒ page 61
suspension struts
Vehicle (from below): checking for damage ⇒ page 62
(without removing noise insulation)
4 2. Delivery Service
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Work to be completed Page

Protective seat covers, plastic sheeting for car‐
pet: removing
Floor mats: fitting
Cleanliness of vehicle interior: checking front
and rear seats, interior trim, carpeting/mats,
windows
Cleanliness of vehicle exterior: checking paint‐
work, trims, windows, wiper blades
Transport protection: removing protective edge
strips on doors
Interior mirror with compass: calibrating (if „C“ is ⇒ Rep. gr. 68
displayed on mirror)
Road test and reset DIS ⇒ page 40
2. Delivery Service 5
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3 Description of work
The following chapters describe the work steps necessary for
performing the services displayed in the maintenance tables.
Please refer to the relevant maintenance table for information on
when a service is due.
3.1 Reading out: measured value block 32
Note
Only applies in certain countries. For the countries affected, refer

to maintenance table.
– Carry out the following steps one after the other.

♦ Connect VAS 5051 or 5052.
♦ Self-diagnosis
♦ Engine electronics
♦ Measured value blocks
♦ Select measured value block 32
♦ Display zone 2 (4-cylinder engines)
♦ Display zones 2 and 4 (V6 and V8 engines)
Note
Add four times as much G17 additive ⇒ page 20 if there is a

deviation of > 15 % in the values.
WARNING
If the values deviate by more than 15 % repeatedly, a repair

measure must be performed.
3.2 Battery status: reading out in Guided

Fault Finding
– Carry out the following steps, one after the other.
6 3. Description of work
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♦ Guided Functions
♦ Select brand and model
♦ Servicing
♦ A - Battery check
♦ Observe instructions.
Note
If charge or renew battery is displayed on test equipment, refer to

⇒ Rep. gr. 27
3.3 Battery: checking fluid level
3.3.1 Batteries with „magic eye“

The battery is located in the luggage compartment.
– Switch off the ignition and remove the ignition key from the
lock.
– Unscrew nut -1- and take cover -2-permitted
off toolunless
kit. authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
– Take off moulded insert above battery.
♦ The magic eye -arrow- indicates the electrolyte level and the
charge level of the battery to be checked.
♦ Lightly tap battery housing with a suitable tool to eliminate air
bubbles underneath „magic eye“ which could falsify colour
display.
♦ Three different colours are used as indicators:
– Green → the battery is sufficiently charged.
– Black → no charge or charge too low.
– Colourless or yellow → critical electrolyte level has been
reached. Battery must be renewed.
3. Description of work 7
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3.3.2 Battery with sealing plugs

♦ A visual check of the battery is sufficient for batteries with
clearly visible external min. and max. marks.
♦ The electrolyte level must be above the minimum marking, but
must not exceed the maximum marking.
♦ If the external min. and max. marks on the battery are not
clearly visible or if the electrolyte level cannot be checked
properly due to an opaque battery housing, the sealing plugs
must be unscrewed. It is then possible to visually check the
electrolyte level from the inside.
♦ The electrolyte level must align with the marking inside the
battery (plastic moulding). This corresponds to the max. mark‐
ing on the outside.
Note
If electrolyte level is too low, the cell plates dry out, resulting in a
loss of battery capacity (loss of power). The cell plates Protected
must be by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
fully covered by electrolyte (sulphuric acid) in order to prevent
corrosion of plates, plate bridges and cell connectors. Corrosion

of these parts will impair battery function and make it unreliable.

It will be rendered unusable.
WARNING
If the electrolyte level is below the min. marking the battery

must be renewed! ⇒ Rep. gr. 27
3.3.3 VRLA (valve-regulated lead acid) bat‐

teries or AGM (absorbent glass mat)
batteries
Visual check of battery: check that
1- Battery terminals are not corroded
2- Battery terminals and battery are securely fitted
3- Battery terminals and housing are not damaged
Caution
Increased safety risk in the event of an accident if the wrong

battery is installed.
If the vehicle was originally equipped with a VRLA or AGM
battery, it is important that a VRLA or AGM battery is installed
again if the battery is renewed.
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3.4 Battery: checking that battery cables are

securely fitted
– Check that battery terminal clamps are securely fitted. If nec‐
essary, tighten nuts -1- and -2-.
WARNING
If the battery clamp on the positive terminal is not fitted se‐

curely, disconnect the battery earth strap from the battery
negative terminal first to avoid possible accidents.
– Take out mounting for tool kit and remove subwoofer, if fitted
⇒ Rep. gr. 91 .
– Check that battery is securely installed. If necessary tighten
securing bolt -6- on retainer plate -7-.
Tightening torque Nm
Battery clamps to battery terminals 5
Bolt on retainer plate 22
3.5 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern,

tread depth and correcting tyre pres‐
sures
3.5.1 Checking tyres permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Note
♦ In the interest of driving safety, only tyres of the same type and
tread pattern should be fitted on a vehicle.
♦ On four-wheel drive vehicles tyres of the same type and tread
pattern must be used. Otherwise the self-locking centre dif‐
ferential may be damaged.
3.5.2 Delivery Inspection

– Check tyre tread surfaces and sidewalls for damage and re‐
move any foreign bodies.
3.5.3 Inspection Service

– Check tyre tread surfaces and sidewalls for damage and re‐
move any foreign bodies.
– Check tyres for scuffing, one-sided wear, porous sidewalls,
cuts and fractures.
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WARNING
Any defects must be reported to the customer.
3.5.4 Checking tyre wear pattern

– The wear pattern of the front tyres indicates, for example,
whether the toe and camber have to be checked.
♦ Feathering on tread indicates incorrect toe setting.
♦ One-sided tread wear is usually due to incorrect camber.
Note
If the above types of wear are found, check wheel alignment to

determine the cause (repair measure).
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♦ Minimum depth: 1.6 mm with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Note
♦ This figure may vary for individual countries due to different

legislation.
♦ If the tread depth is approaching the minimum permissible
tread depth, the customer must be informed.
3.5.6 Inflating to correct pressures

The correct tyre pressures are listed on the sticker on the inside
of the driver's door.
Note
Please note that the tyre pressures listed on the sticker apply to
cold tyres. When the tyres are warm, the actual pressures will be
higher, but must not be reduced.
3.5.7 Tyre repair kit: checking expiry date

♦ In the case of vehicles with a tyre repair kit, the expiry date
must be checked.
♦ The bottle of tyre filler is located in the spare wheel well under
the battery cover.
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– Unscrew nut -1- and take cover -2- off tool kit.
– Take off moulded insert above battery.

Take out the bottle and check the expiry date (printed on bottle
-arrow-).
Note
♦ Used bottles must be replaced.

♦ The bottle must be replaced if the expiry date has been ex‐
ceeded.
3.5.8 Spare wheel

• Spare wheel with standard-size tyre
Inflate to maximum tyre pressure specified for tyre size (indicated
on tyre pressure sticker).
• Temporary (compact) spare wheel
The correct tyre pressure is indicated on the sidewall.
• Breakdown kit
Tyre repair kit: checking expiry date
Note permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
The tyre valves have to be sealed with valve caps. Otherwise, dirt
could enter the valve, which will then become blocked and will no
longer seal properly.
3.6 Brake system: visual check for leaks

and damage
– Check the following components for leaks and damage:
♦ Brake master cylinder
♦ Brake servo
♦ ABS hydraulic unit
♦ Brake calipers
– Ensure that brake hoses are not twisted.
– Make sure that brake hoses do not touch any components
when steering is on full lock.
– Check brake hoses for porosity, blistering and brittleness.
Audi A4 2008 ➤
– Check brake hoses and pipes for chafing.

– Check brake pipe connections and mountings for correct seat‐
ing, leaks and corrosion.
WARNING
Any faults found must be rectified (repair measure).
3.7 Brake pads: checking thickness

Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Test pin T40139
Before using the test gauge to check the pad thickness, push the
sliding ring towards the tip of the gauge as far as it will go. Then
insert the test gauge through the wheel rim and bring the tip of
the gauge into contact with the brakebydisc.
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the gauge uniformly towards the brake pad until the gauge makes
contact with the backplate of the brake pad.

Then take out the test gauge and read off the value on the scale
marked with the brake symbol.
Note
♦ When removing the test gauge, take care not to move the slid‐
ing ring. This would give an incorrect measurement.
♦ The second scale on the test gauge (with the tyre symbol) can
be used for checking tread depth.
Front disc brake pads:

a - Brake pad thickness including backplate and damper plate
- Wear limit: 7
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Rear disc brake pads:

a - Brake pad thickness including backplate and damper plate
- Wear limit: 7
WARNING
When the thickness of the brake pads (including backplate) is

down to a value of 7 for the front brake pads and 7 for the rear
brake pads on the scale of the test gauge, the brake pads have
reached their wear limit and must be renewed (repair meas‐
ure). The customer must be informed.
Note
♦ On some vehicles (fitted with aftermarket rims) it may not be

possible to insert the test gauge through the wheel rim and
bring it into contact with the brake disc or the brake pad, due
to the shape of the rim. In this case proceed as follows:
♦ Determine thickness of outer pads by checking visually (using
electric torch through cut-out in rim).
♦ Determine thickness of inner pads by checking visually (with
help of electric torch and mirror).
3.8 Brake fluid level (depends on brake pad

wear): checking
Note
Only use new genuine VW/Audi brake fluid, refer to ETKA.
WARNING
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. It also has caustic properties and

must therefore not be allowed to come into contact with
paintwork.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the
surrounding air. It must therefore always be stored in air-
tight containers.
– Note the following:
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3.8.1 Delivery Inspection

♦ The fluid level must be at the MAX mark.
Note
The fluid level must not exceed the MAX marking, otherwise the
fluid will overflow.
3.8.2 Inspection Service

When the vehicle is driven, the brake fluid level will drop slightly
with use and as a result of the automatic adjustment of the brake
pads.
– When checking the brake fluid level, always take into account
the amount of wear on the brake pads:
♦ If the brake pads are new or a long way from reaching the
brake pad wear limit, the fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks.
♦ If the brake fluid level is at or slightly above the MIN marking
and the brake pads have almost reached the wear limit, top‐
ping up is not required.
WARNING
If the fluid level has dropped below the MIN mark, check the
brake system (repair measure) before adding brake fluid.
3.9 Brake fluid: changing
Note
Only use new genuine VW/Audi brake fluid, refer to ETKA.
Audi A4 2008 ➤
Changing brake fluid with brake filling and bleeding equipment -

VAS 5234-
WARNING
♦ Brake fluid must on no account come into contact with liq‐

uids containing mineral oils (oil, petrol, cleaning agents).
Mineral oils damage the plugs and sleeves in the brake
system.
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous and must under no circumstances
be sucked through a tube using the mouth. Because of its
caustic properties it must also not come into contact with
paintwork.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the
surrounding air. It must therefore always be stored in air-
tight containers.
♦ Always observe the relevant environmental
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3.9.1 Changing brake fluid with brake filling

and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234-
♦ Brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234-
♦ Container for collecting used fluid
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Note
♦ The brake fluid reservoir must always be adequately filled to

ensure that no air can enter the brake system from the reser‐
voir.
♦ The strainer in the brake fluid reservoir must not be removed.
♦ Observe the instructions given in the operating manual for the
brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- .
– Unscrew cap -1- from brake fluid reservoir.
– Use extraction hose included in brake filling and bleeding

equipment -VAS 5234- to extract as much brake fluid as pos‐
sible.
WARNING
Do not reuse the old brake fluid that has been extracted.
– Connect adapter -1- to brake fluid reservoir.

– Connect filling hose -2- included with brake filling and bleeding
equipment -VAS 5234- to adapter.
Vehicles with manual gearbox:
– Remove cap from bleeder screw on clutch slave cylinder.
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– Connect bleeder hose -1- attached to collector bottle to bleed‐

er screw on clutch slave cylinder, open bleeder screw and let
approx. 100 ml flow out. Close bleeder screw and fit cap back
on.
– Repeatedly depress the clutch pedal.
Continuation for all vehicles:
– Remove caps from bleeder screws.
er screw (front left), open bleeder screw and allow approx. 200
ml of brake fluid to flow out. Close bleeder screw.
– Repeat the procedure on the other front side of the vehicle.
er screw (rear left), open bleeder screw and allow approx. 200
ml of brake fluid to flow out. Close bleeder screw.
– Repeat the procedure on the other rear side of the vehicle.
– Fit caps back on bleeder screws on brake
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VAS 5234- to position -B- (see operating instructions).
– Detach filling hose from adapter.
– Unscrew adapter from brake fluid reservoir.
– Screw cap onto brake fluid reservoir.
– Check brake fluid level and correct as necessary.
– Check pedal pressure and free play of brake pedal. Free play:
no more than 1/3 of pedal travel
3.9.2 Table - sequence for changing brake flu‐

id / quantities
Front left 200 ml
Front right 200 ml
Rear left 200 ml
Rear right 200 ml
Total quantity1) 1000 ml
1) Including brake fluid extracted from brake fluid reservoir and fluid changed in
hydraulic clutch system
– Fit caps back on bleeder screws on brake calipers.

– Move filling lever on -VAS 5234- or -V.A.G 1869- to position
-B- (see operating instructions).
– Detach filling hose from adapter.
– Unscrew adapter from brake fluid reservoir.
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– Check brake fluid level and correct as necessary.

– Screw cap onto brake fluid reservoir.
– Check pedal pressure and free play of brake pedal. Free play:
no more than 1/3 of pedal travel
3.10 Data memory: interrogating with vehicle

diagnostic, testing and information sys‐
tem -VAS 5051/ 5052-
♦ Vehicle Self-Diagnosis
♦ Gateway - Fitting list
♦ Read out control units for which entries have been made in
fault memory.
♦ Eliminate relevant faults (when approved by customer).
3.11 Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash

deposit mass
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♦ Select vehicle.
♦ Engine electronics
♦ Read measured value blocks
♦ Particulate filter, oil ash deposit volume
♦ Maximum value for ash deposit mass (4-cyl. engines): 175 ml
♦ Maximum value for ash deposit mass (6-cyl. engines): 0.52 ltr.
Note
If ash deposit mass is <= 175 ml / <= 0.52 ltr. the vehicle can be
driven for a further 30,000 km (19,000 miles).
WARNING with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
If ash deposit mass value is 175 ml or greater for 4-cyl. engines,

or 0.52 ltr. or greater for 6-cyl. engines, the diesel particulate
filter must be renewed.
3.12 Electric windows: checking positions

The electric window regulators „forget“ their current positions and
the automatic open/close function when the battery is disconnec‐
ted.
– Activate the automatic open/close function as follows:
– Switch on ignition.
– Close the windows all the way to their top positions using the
window switches.
– Then operate all window switches again for at least one sec‐
ond in the „close“ direction to activate the automatic one-touch
function.
– Press switch to open window. The side window should move
all the way down automatically.
3.13 Ignition keys: checking operation

– Open key ring to check each key individually.
– Insert one ignition key after the other into ignition lock and start
engine with each key.
– If the engine switches off automatically after approx. 3 sec‐
onds and the odometer display shows „safe“ the ignition key
has not been matched to the immobiliser.
– Repair measure: Guided Fault Finding (matching ignition
keys).
– Make a note in the delivery record of the number of ignition
keys which have been checked and handed over.
– With the engine running, try to pull the ignition key out of the
ignition lock.
– If the ignition key can be pulled out of the ignition lock while
the engine is still running, this means the ignition lock mech‐
anism was already engaged before the key was inserted.
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– Repair measure: refer to Technical product information (TPI).
3.14 G17 additive: adding
Note
Only applies in certain countries. For the countries affected, refer

to maintenance table.
♦ When adding G17 fuel additive into the tank, the ratio must be
10 ml of additive per 10 litres of fuel.
♦ The following table lists the quantities to be added depending
on the fuel level indicated on the fuel gauge.
Mixture ratio:
Indicated on fuel gauge G17 fuel additive
approx. 1/4 approx. 16 ml
Note
♦ The quantities listed in the table refer to a fuel tank with a ca‐
pacity of 64 litres.
♦ If the fuel level in the fuel tank is other than quoted in the table,
add additive in steps of 10 ml per 10 litres of fuel.
♦ Add four times as much G17 fuel additive if there is a deviation
of the values 2 and 4 in measured value block 32 ⇒ page 6 .
Example: 1/4 indicated on fuel gauge, 64 ml of G17 fuel addi‐
tive
WARNING
If the measured values in measured value block 32 are excee‐

ded repeatedly even though more additive is added, a repair
measure ⇒ Rep. gr. 24 must be performed.
3.15 Noise insulation: removing and installing

– Remove front noise insulation -fasteners 1 ... 3-.
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– Remove rear noise insulation -fasteners 1 ... 3-.
Note
The securing bolts for the aerodynamic floor panels (front) must
be loosened before removing the front noise insulation.
3.16 Hydraulic system: checking for leaks,

checking hydraulic fluid level and top‐
ping up if necessary
– Do not start engine but bring front wheels to straight-ahead
position.
Fluid in cold condition (approx. 20 °C):

– Unscrew filler cap.
– Clean dipstick with a clean cloth.
– Screw cap on hand tight and unscrew again.
Note
The fluid level reading will only be accurate if the cap was screwed
on properly before checking the dipstick.
– Checking fluid level: The fluid level must be within area -A-.
Fluid at operating temperature (approx. 80 °C):
– Unscrew filler cap.
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Note
The fluid level reading will only be accurate if the cap was screwed
on properly before checking the dipstick.
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– Checking fluid level: The fluid level must be within area -B-.
Note
If the fluid level is above the area specified, the excess fluid must
be extracted.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the area specified, the hydraulic sys‐
tem must be checked for leaks (repair measure). It is then not
sufficient to merely top up the fluid.
– If the system is not leaking top up with „G 002 000“ fluid.
3.17 Poly V-belt: renewing

Vehicles with 4-cyl. petrol engine 1.8 ltr. TFSI:
– Removing and installing poly V-belt ⇒ Rep. gr. 13
Vehicles with 6-cyl. petrol engine 3.0 ltr. TFSI, 3.2 ltr. FSI:
Vehicles with 4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 ltr. TDI:
Vehicles with 6-cyl. diesel engine 2.7 ltr. TDI, 3.0 ltr. TDI:
3.18 Instrument cluster / MMI: setting the lan‐

guage
♦ Press the CAR button in the MMI controls in the centre console.
♦ Then press the Setup button.
♦ The press the button for Settings at the top right of the MMI
rotary pushbutton.
♦ Select and confirm the required language by turning and
pressing the rotary pushbutton.
3.19 Fuel filter: removing and installing

♦ Container for collecting used fluid
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Removing
Proceed as follows:
– Observe rules for cleanliness.
– Remove underbody cover panels (right-side) ⇒ Rep. gr. 66 .
– Remove nuts -1- and -2-.
– Swivel bracket -3- downwards -arrow-, disengage from body
and detach bracket.
WARNING
Very hot fuel - risk of burn injuries!

♦ The temperature of fuel pipes and the fuel itself can be up
to 100 °C. Let fuel cool off before opening any pipe con‐
nections; otherwise there is a danger of scalding!
♦ Wear protective gloves.
♦ Wear safety goggles.
Fuel under high pressure - risk of injuries!
♦ To reduce the pressure in the fuel system, wrap a clean
cloth around the connection and loosen the connection
carefully.
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– Place drip tray under fuel filter.

– Remove fuel supply hoses -1- and -4-.
– Disengage fuel return pipe -3- from buffers -2-.
– Detach fuel filter -5- with buffers.
Installing
Installation is performed in reverse sequence; note the following:
• Flow direction is indicated by arrows on filter housing.
Securing nuts on fuel filter bracket 8
WARNING
♦ IMPORTANT: Always observe the instructions and notes

in ⇒ Rep. gr. 23 when bleeding the fuel system.
♦ Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious
damage to the high-pressure pump.
Note
♦ Bleeding fuel system ⇒ Rep. gr. 23

♦ Rules for cleanliness:
♦ Even small quantities of dirt can lead to defects. Therefore,
please observe the following rules for cleanliness when work‐
ing on the fuel system and injection system:
♦ Clean connections and surrounding area thoroughly before
loosening.
♦ Close open lines and connections immediately using clean
plugs or protective caps.
♦ After removal, place parts on a clean surface and cover them.
Do not use fluffy cloths!
♦ Cover or seal open components carefully if the repair work is
not carried out immediately.
♦ Only install clean parts: leave spare parts in packaging until
immediately before installation. Do not use any parts that have
been unpacked previously and stored away loosely (e.g. in a
tool box).
♦ With system open: Do not use compressed air. If possible, do
not move vehicle.
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3.20 Cooling system: checking coolant addi‐

tive level and topping up with coolant if
necessary
Note
♦ The coolant additive ratio must be at least 40 % (gives anti‐

freeze protection down to –25 °C), but should not exceed 60 %
(frost protection down to –40 °C); beyond this concentration
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♦ Frost protection should be ensured down to temperatures of
about –25 °C.
♦ For approved coolant additives, refer to ⇒ ETKA .

♦ Refractometer -T10007-
Note
For exact readings for the following tests refer to the light-dark
border. Before carrying out the tests, you can first determine the
light-dark border for water. To do so, use a pipette to place a drop
of water on the glass. The light-dark border will now show up
clearly at the „WATERLINE“ marking.
– Check the coolant additive concentration using the refractom‐

eter -T10007- . Observe the instructions in the operating man‐
ual.
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Scale -1- on the refractometer applies to coolant additives G 12,

G 12 Plus, G 12 Plus Plus and G 11.
Scale -2- refers only to coolant additive -G 13- (previously called
L80).
Note
♦ Frost protection should be ensured down to temperatures of

about –25 °C.
♦ If greater frost protection is required in very cold climates, the
proportion of coolant additive can be increased, but only up to
60 % (this gives frost protection at temperatures down to ap‐
prox. -40 °C). Beyond this concentration the frost protection
and also the cooling efficiency are reduced again.
Checking coolant level and topping up with coolant if necessary

– Check coolant level on expansion tank while the engine is
cold.
♦ Delivery Inspection: Coolant level should be above „Min.“

marking -arrow-
♦ Inspection Service: Coolant level should be above „Min.“
marking -arrow-
– If coolant level is too low, add required amount (using correct
mixture ratio).
Note
If fluid losses are greater than can be reasonably expected, de‐

termine the cause and rectify faults (repair measure).
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to
-25 °C approx. 40 % approx. 60 %
Note
♦ Coolant additives prevent frost and corrosion damage, scaling

and also raise the boiling point of the coolant. It is therefore
essential to use the correct coolant additive in the cooling sys‐
tem all year round.
♦ Because of its high boiling point, the coolant improves engine
reliability under heavy loads, particularly in countries with trop‐
ical climates.
♦ The coolant concentration must not be reduced by adding wa‐
ter even in warmer seasons and in warmer countries. The
antifreeze ratio must be at least 40 %.
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3.21 Air cleaner: renewing air filter element

and cleaning air cleaner housing
3.21.1 6-cylinder engines

– Open hose clip -3- with hose clip pliers -V.A.G 1921- and dis‐
connect intake hose.
– Release and detach connector -2- from air mass meter.
– Remove securing bolts -arrows-.
– Lift out air cleaner housing (top section).
– Remove old filter element by unscrewing both bolts -arrows-.

– Clean air cleaner housing, install new filter element and tighten
bolts -arrows-.
WARNING
When installing filter element, make sure that guide -1- sits in
tab -2-.
– Install air cleaner housing (top section) with filter and tighten
bolts -arrows-.
– Fit connector -2- onto air mass meter and make sure it en‐
gages.
– Fit intake hose onto air cleaner housing and secure with hose
clip -3-.
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Note
♦ On vehicles with a 3.2 ltr. FSI engine there is no air mass meter
on the air cleaner.
♦ Do not open the two clips -arrows-.
Important: observe general notes at the end of the section

⇒ page 29
3.21.2 4-cylinder engines

Removing air filter element
– Unplug electrical connector -1- from air mass meter -G70- .
– Open hose clip -2- on air hose leading to turbocharger and
disconnect hose at air mass meter -G70- .
– Remove all bolts -arrows- from air cleaner (top section) and lift
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Installing air filter element

To ensure the correct function of the air mass meter -G70- it is
important to observe the following notes and adhere to the pro‐
cedures described below.
– Clean water drain -arrow- in air cleaner (bottom section).

– Clean the air cleaner housing (top and bottom sections) to re‐
move any salt residue, dirt and leaves (if necessary vacuum-
clean).
– Check air mass meter and air hose (engine intake side) for salt
residue, dirt and leaves.
– Check air duct leading from lock carrier to air cleaner housing
for dirt and leaves.
– If fitted, reconnect vacuum hose at variable intake manifold
change-over valve -N335- .
– When installing the air filter element make sure it is positioned
centrally on the mounting in the air cleaner (bottom section).
– Carefully fit the top section of the air cleaner on the bottom
section of the air cleaner, without applying any force. When
fitting the top section of the air cleaner, make sure it is NOT
positioned on the air filter element at an angle (observe sealing
lip of air filter element).
– Make sure that the air hose is correctly seated at the air mass
meter -G70- .
Install further in reverse sequence.
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3.21.3 General notes
Note
♦ If the air filter element is very dirty or soaked with water, dirt
particles or moisture can reach the air mass meter -G70- and
falsify the detected air mass values. This will cause a loss of
power, as the calculated injection quantities will be too low.
♦ Always use genuine air filter elements (same as original equip‐
ment).
♦ Use a lubricant (silicon-free) when installing intake hose.
♦ Secure all hose connections with genuine hose clips (same as
original equipment): refer to ETKA.
♦ Check whether the water drain hose in the bottom section of
the air cleaner is dirty or blocked (clean if necessary).
♦ Clean the air cleaner housing (top and bottom sections) to re‐
clean).
♦ Check air mass meter and intake hose (engine intake side) for
salt residue, dirt and leaves.
♦ Check intake duct as far as air filter element for dirt.
♦ When installing the air filter element make sure it is positioned
centrally on the mounting in the bottom section of the air
cleaner.
♦ Carefully fit the top section
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section of the air cleaner, without applying any force. When
fitting the top section of the air cleaner, make sure it is NOT
positioned on the air filter element at an angle. Note position
of sealing lip on air filter element (to prevent air leaks).
♦ Then secure top section of air cleaner to bottom section.
3.22 Air cleaner (bottom section): removing

Removing
– Release retaining clips -arrows- and pull air hose out of air
cleaner housing.
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– Remove bolts -arrows- from air cleaner (top section) and pull
out air cleaner (top section) upwards.
– Pull vacuum hose -1- off variable intake manifold change-over

valve -N335- -2-.
– Release fastener for air cleaner (bottom section) by pressing
rubber in on both sides and pulling upwards.
Note
Do not use lubricants when installing fastener.
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Note
♦ -Item 1- is not installed on all vehicles (EU5 only).

♦ The electrical connector at the variable intake manifold
change-over valve -N335- is not installed on all vehicles.
– Carefully take out air cleaner (bottom section).

Installing
Note
♦ Always use genuine air filter elements (same as original equip‐

ment).
♦ Use a lubricant (silicon-free) when installing intake hose.
♦ Secure all hose connections with genuine hose clips: ⇒ Parts
catalogue
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– If hot-air intake system is installed (only on vehicles for cold

countries), make sure intake connecting pipe is secured cor‐
rectly -arrows- (note marking).
– Check whether water drain hose -arrow- in air cleaner (bottom

section) is dirty or blocked (clean if necessary).
– Clean the air cleaner housing (top and bottom sections) to re‐
clean).
– Check intake duct as far as air filter element for dirt.
– If fitted, plug electrical connector at variable intake manifold
change-over valve -N335- back in.
– If fitted previously, re-attach air hose -1-.

– Re-install air cleaner (bottom section).
Note
The water drain hose must be routed straight downwards; make

sure it is not kinked or twisted.
– Press vacuum hose -1- back onto connection at variable in‐

take manifold change-over valve -N335- .
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– Tab of air filter element -1- must rest against tab of air cleaner
housing -2-.
– Carefully fit the top section of the air cleaner on the bottom
section of the air cleaner, without applying any force.
Note
Before securing, check again that top section of air cleaner is

seated correctly in groove of bottom section of air cleaner (risk of
unmetered air).
– Then secure top section of air cleaner to bottom section.

– Make sure that air hose is secured correctly.
– The remaining installation steps are carried out in the reverse
sequence.
3.23 Bonnet arrester hook: lubricating

– Only grease the bonnet arrester hook at the points shown in
the illustration -arrows-.
♦ Lubricant: „G 052 778 A2“
3.24 Engine cover panel: removing

-4-cyl. petrol engine:
Removing
– Carefully pull engine cover panel off retaining pins. Do not jerk
the cover panel away, and do not try to pull on one side only.
Installing
– To avoid causing damage, do not bang the engine cover panel
down with your fist or a tool.
– Position engine cover panel on engine, making sure it is cor‐
rectly fitted over oil filler neck.
– Use both hands to press engine cover panel down into rubber
grommets.
-4-cyl. diesel engine:
Removing
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– Carefully pull engine cover off 4 retaining pins one after an‐
other „arrows“. Do not jerk the cover panel away, and do not
try to pull on one side only.
Installing
– Position engine cover panel on engine, making sure it is cor‐
rectly fitted on oil filler neck and oil dipstick.
– First press engine cover panel into rear rubber grommets and
then into front rubber grommets with both hands.
-6-cyl. diesel engine:
Removing
– Carefully pull engine cover off 4 retaining pins one after an‐
other „arrows“. Do not jerk the cover panel away, and do not
try to pull on one side only.
Installing
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-6-cyl. petrol engine:

Removing
– Carefully pull engine cover panel off retaining pins. Do not jerk
the cover panel away, and do not try to pull on one side only.
Installing
– Position engine cover panel on engine.
– First press engine cover panel into rear rubber grommets and
then into front rubber grommets with both hands.
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6-cyl. petrol engine 3.0 ltr. TFSI:

Removing:
– Pull engine cover panels -1- and -2- off upwards.
Installing:
– To install the engine cover panels, first align them at the
mounting points. Then use the flat surface of your hands to fit
the cover panels onto the engine evenly, pressing downwards
onto the mounting points simultaneously.
3.25 Engine and engine compartment (from

below): visual check for leaks and dam‐
age
– Carry out visual check as follows:
– Check engine and gearbox for leaks and damage.
– Check final drive, drive shaft boots and steering system for
leaks and damage.
WARNING
3.26 Engine oil: extracting, renewing oil filter
Note
Oil should always be changed when engine is warm.

♦ Oil extractor -V.A.G 1782-
♦ Hazet strap wrench -2171-1-
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♦ Oil filter tool -3417-
Note
♦ Observe disposal regulations.

♦ Keep components clean.
3.26.1 4-cyl. petrol engine 1.8 ltr. TFSI, 2.0 ltr.

TFSI
– Remove engine cover panel. ⇒ page 32
– Use Hazet strap wrench -2171-1- or oil filter tool -3417- to
slacken oil filter and then remove it.
– Clean sealing surface for oil filter at engine.
– Lightly lubricate rubber seal.
– Screw in new filter and tighten.
– Extract engine oil.
Oil filter 22+/-2
– Fill up with engine oil.

FSI
– Remove oil filter cover using socket (36 mm) -arrow-.
– Clean sealing surfaces on oil filter cover and on oil filter hous‐
ing.
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– Renew oil filter element.

– Take hold of lug -arrow A- and pull seal out of sealing cap
-1-.
– Fit semi-circular profile of new seal -2- in groove -arrow B- on
sealing cap.
• Lug -arrow A- must face upwards.
• Flat side of seal -2- must face outwards.
Installing O-ring on oil filter housing

– Fit O-ring -2- in groove -arrow- on oil filter housing -1-.
Note permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

– Engage new oil filter element in oil filter cover.

– Install oil filter cover.
Oil filter cover 25
3.26.3 4-cylinder TDI engines:

– Loosen sealing cap -1- using socket (32 mm) .
Note
Loosen sealing cap before extracting oil, so that engine oil can
flow out of oil filter housing.
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– Renew O-rings -2- and -4-.

– Renew oil filter element -3-.
Note
Observe disposal regulations.
– Tighten sealing cap using socket (32 mm) .

Tightening torques Nm
Sealing cap 25
3.26.4 6-cylinder diesel engines

– Unscrew sealing cap -1- using socket (32 mm).

Protected–by copyright.
Pull out filterforelement
Copying -3-.
private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Note
♦ Taking out the filter element will open a valve; the oil in the
filter housing will then automatically flow into the crankcase.
– Renew O-rings -2- and -4- and filter element -3-.

– Install and tighten sealing cap -1-.
Sealing cap for oil filter 35
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3.27 Engine oil: filling, checking oil level
Note
Please observe the engine oil capacities and oil grades listed in
the maintenance table.
WARNING
Use only engine oil with the specification VW 507 00 on vehi‐

cles equipped with diesel particulate filter.
Engines with turbocharger:

– When the engine oil and oil filter have been changed, it is im‐
portant to note the following after starting the engine for the
first time:
♦ The engine must only run at idling speed as long as the oil
pressure warning lamp in the dash panel is on. Do not rev up!
If the engine is revved up the turbocharger can be damaged
or fail completely.
♦ The full oil pressure is not attained until the warning lamp has
gone out, only then can the engine be revved up.
All engines:
– Finally, check oil level.
3.27.1 Checking oil level via oil level display
Note
♦ Engine oil temperature at least 60 °C.

♦ Vehicle must be level (horizontal).
♦ Wait approx. two minutes after switching off the engine to allow
the oil to drain back into the sump.
♦ The oil level can be checked via the display on the sound sys‐
tem or the MMI.
– Select function selector button "CAR", menu option > "Oil lev‐
el".
– Read off the oil level from the display. Top up the engine oil
until the bar in the display is close to "max".
Note
♦ The oil level displaypermitted

is intended solelybyfor information purpo‐
unless authorised AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
ses. An oil level warning will appear
with respect in theof instrument
to the correctness information in thiscluster
document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
if the oil level is too low.
♦ If the bonnet has been opened, the current oil level will be
shown in the instrument cluster the next time the ignition is
switched on.
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3.27.2 Checking oil level using test tool for oil

level display
Note
♦ Engine oil temperature at least 60 °C.

♦ Vehicle must be level (horizontal).
♦ Wait a few minutes after switching off the engine to allow the
oil to flow back into the sump.

♦ Test tool for oil level display -T40178-
Indicator scale on test tool for oil level display:

– Loosen the knurled screw and move the adjuster ring on the
top scale of the test tool for oil level display -arrow- so that the
lower side of the ring coincides with the appropriate value from
the table.
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– Insert the test tool for oil level display all the way into the oil
dipstick tube so that the adjuster ring contacts the stop. Then
pull out the tool and read off the oil level.
– Read off value on scale
Engine Setting of ad‐ Minimum oil lev‐ Maximum oil
juster ring at top el on bottom level on bottom
of scale scale scale
2.7 TDI, 32 0 16
3.0 TDI
2.0 TDI 46 0 24
1.8 TFSI, 39 0 24
2.0 TFSI
3.0 TFSI, 132 0 13
3.2 TFSI
3.28 Navigation system: releasing eject but‐

ton
♦ Go to - Function / component selection
♦ Servicing
♦ Navigation system, lock / release eject button ⇒ Rep. gr. 91
♦ Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
3.29 Road test permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
To what extent the following can be checked depends on vehicle

equipment and local conditions (urban/country).
– The following points must be checked during the road test:
♦ Engine: performance, misfiring, idling speed, acceleration
♦ Clutch: pulling away, pedal pressure, odours
♦ Gear selection: ease of operation, gear lever position
♦ Automatic gearbox: selector lever position, shift lock / ignition
key lock, shift behaviour, instrument cluster display
♦ Brake pedal and handbrake: operation, travel and effective‐
ness, pulling to one side, juddering, squeal
♦ ABS function: pulsing must be felt at the brake pedal when
performing ABS-controlled braking.
♦ Steering: operation, steering free play, steering wheel central‐
ised when wheels are in straight-ahead position
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♦ Sliding/tilting sunroof: operation

♦ Cruise control system: operation
♦ Radio: quality of reception, interference
♦ Driver Information System (DIS): functions
♦ Air conditioner: operation
♦ Vehicle: moving off line when travelling straight ahead (level
road)
♦ Imbalance: wheels, drive shafts
♦ Wheel bearings: noises
♦ Engine: hot starting behaviour
♦ Horn: checking
3.30 Wheel bolts: tightening to specified tor‐

que
3.30.1 Wheel bolts

The adapter for loosening and tightening anti-theft wheel bolts is
included in vehicle tool kit.
Note
Ensure that wheel bolts are tightened in diagonal sequence to the

following tightening torque:
Wheel bolts 120
– Place puller and adapter back in vehicle tool kit after complet‐
ing work.
3.30.2 Fitting wheels correctly

– When fitting the wheels please observe the following rules to
ensure that the wheels will remain securely fitted:
• Always tighten the wheel bolts to thebyspecified
Protected torque;
copyright. Copying exces‐
for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
sive torque can distort the wheel bolt seats in the rim.
• When fitting a wheel do not tighten the first wheel bolts imme‐
diately (e.g. with an impact wrench), as this would prevent the
other bolts from centring the rim properly when they are
screwed in. The rim could then come loose even though the
bolts have been tightened to the specified torque.
• Before fitting the wheels examine the seats of the wheel bolts
and the contact surfaces between the rims and the hubs for
rust and corrosion and clean it off these parts if necessary.
Otherwise, after fitting the wheels, the clamping force of the
wheel bolts may be impaired and the rims could come loose.
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WARNING
♦ If the points listed above are not observed the wheels can
come loose and the wheel bolt seats can become distor‐
ted.
♦ This distortion may be so slight that it is not visible.
♦ Even this slight distortion of the wheel bolt seats can pre‐
vent the rims from being held firmly and will make them
come loose repeatedly.
3.31 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): Filling tank
WARNING
♦ The reducing agent can cause irritation of the skin, eyes

and respiratory organs.
♦ If you come into contact with the liquid, rinse it off imme‐
diately with plenty of water.
♦ Consult a doctor.
Caution
Always make sure that reducing agent does not come into
contact with parts of the bodywork or trim panels.
Clean the affected areas with clean water and a lint-free cotton
cloth.
If the reducing agent has already crystallised, use warm water
and a sponge.
Any remnants of the reducing agent that have not been re‐
moved crystallise after a certain period and can damage the
affected surface.
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Note
♦ The following description applies for vehicles with diesel en‐

gine and SCR (selective catalytic reduction).
♦ The reducing agent is not a diesel additive and must not be
filled into the diesel fuel tank.
♦ The reducing agent is used for the after-treatment of exhaust
gases, i.e. to reduce the level of nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
gas of diesel-engined vehicles.
♦ The reducing agent reduces these nitrogen oxides to water
and nitrogen.
♦ The reducing agent is a high-purity, 32.5 % urea solution which
is used in systems with after-treatment of exhaust gases (SCR
catalytic converters) for diesel engines.
♦ The reducing agent is statutory for vehicles with SCR.
♦ AdBlue® is a registered trademark of the German Association
of the Automotive Industry (VDA).
♦ Do not add any additives to the reducing agent, and do not
dilute it with water.
♦ Do not fill in any fluid that has already been used.
♦ Only use the reducing agent in its original container. Please
also observe the expiry details.
♦ In addition, please observe the notes of the producer of the
reducing agent on usage and storage.

♦ Filling device -VAS 6542-
♦ Engine and gearbox jack -VAG 1383 A-
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♦ Adapter plate -VAG 1383 A1-
Components of filling device -VAS 6542-
1 - Breather connection for re‐

ducing agent container
2 - Union nut for reducing
agent container
3 - Cut-off valve for breather
line (ball valve open: lever
points in direction of line; cut-
off valve closed: lever is at a
right angle to direction of line)
4 - Quick-release coupling on
breather line
5 - Filler line
6 - Cut-off valve for filler line
(ball valve open: lever points in
direction of line; cut-off valve
closed: lever is at a right angle
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7 - Union nut for tank filler neck with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
8 - Breather line
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Caution
Make sure that all lines of the filling device -VAS 6542- are not
twisted or blocked at any time. To make it easier to handle the
breather line, it can be turned through 360 °C.
Perform the following steps in the specified sequence:

♦ 1. Open tank cap.
♦ 2. Clean filler neck of tank for reducing agent with a lint-free
cotton cloth soaked with water.
♦ 3. Close cut-off valves of breather and filler lines of filling de‐
vice -VAS 6542- .
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♦ 4. Apply filling device -VAS 6542- to reducing agent container

(⇒ Electronic parts catalogue ) and screw it on as far as stop.
♦ 5. Position reducing agent container on engine and gearbox
jack -VAG 1383 A- with adapter plate -VAG 1383 A1- . The
difference in height of the reducing agent container and the
filler neck of the tank for reducing agent must be between
60 - 80 cm -dimension A-.
♦ 6. Position filling device -VAS 6542- on filler neck and screw
it on as far as stop.
♦ 7. Open cut-off valve onpermitted
breather line.
unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
♦ 8. Open cut-off valve on filler line. The tank for reducing agent
has been filled completely (maximum filling) when:
♦ The container contracts noticeably.
♦ The filler line fills with liquid.
Note
If the container is emptied completely while you are still filling the
tank, repeat steps 3 to 8.
♦ 9. Close cut-off valve on filler line at tank.

♦ 10. Now close cut-off valve on breather line at container.
♦ 11. Disconnect quick-release coupling on breather line and let
any excess liquid flow into a suitable container.
Note
♦ The procedure has been completed when the correct filling

level in the tank for reducing agent has been reached auto‐
matically (no more reducing agent comes out of breather line).
♦ After filling the tank, the system must be adapted so that the
reducing agent in the tank is detected by the system
⇒ page 47 .
♦ 12. When no more liquid comes out of breather line, remove

filling device -VAS 6542- from filler neck.
♦ 13. Clean filler neck and cap with a lint-free cotton cloth soaked
with water.
♦ 14. Close tank cap.
♦ 15. Take container off adapter plate and put it in the floor.
♦ 16. Open cut-off valve on filler line and let remaining liquid flow
back into container.
♦ 17. Remove filling device -VAS 6542- from container.
♦ 18. After filling the tank, the learnt values for the tank for re‐
ducing agent must be adapted so that the new fluid level can
be detected ⇒ page 47 .
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WARNING
Any excess reducing agent must be disposed of and must not

be re-used.
Please observe the disposal regulations.
3.31.1 Adapting learnt values for tank for re‐

ducing agent
– Carry out the following steps one after the other.
♦ 01 - Engine electronics - Functions
♦ Adapting learnt values for tank for reducing agent
3.31.2 Cleaning filling device -VAS 6542-

♦ Open both cut-off valves and clean or rinse all components of
the filling device -VAS 6542- thoroughly under running water.
3.32 Windscreen wiper/washer system:
checking jet settings, adjusting jets if
necessary
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♦ Washer jet adjusting tool -T40187- fitted with needle

-3125/5A-
WARNING Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Risk of injury.
♦ When you are not using the adjusting tool -T40187- , make
sure that both sides of the tool are covered with the covers
-3- and -4- and locked at all times.
♦ If one of the sides is not locked with the cover, the needle
-3125/5A- -1- or the adjusting pin -2- can cause injury.
♦ When opening one of the sides, always make sure the
opposite side of the tool does not point to your hand.
– Release long cover -1- on adjusting tool -T40187- -arrow - and

slide it back -arrow B-.
– Fit adjusting pin -2- onto each jet -arrow- in washer jet unit
-1- and aim at the marks made on the windscreen; adjust as
necessary.
– If the spray pattern cannot be set as specified, clean the ob‐
structed washer jet.
WARNING
Risk of injury.
♦ Always cover and lock the adjusting pin with the cover af‐
ter using it.
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Setting dimensions for windscreen
Note
The specified settings allow for the motion of the vehicle when
driving. When the vehicle is stationary the jets will spray at a
slightly different angle.
– Mark the six points on the glass using a water-soluble marker

pen.
Dimensions in Driver's side Passenger's side
Protected mm
with respect-a-
to the=correctness of information
310 in this document. Copyright310by AUDI AG.
-b- = 580 580

-c- = 360 360
-d- = 360 360
-e- = 550 550
-f- = 180 180
– Use adjusting tool -T10127- to aim the individual jets at the
points marked.
Setting dimensions for rear window

– Use adjusting tool -T10127- to adjust the spray jet so that the
water is directed onto the rear window at the points shown.
• Distance -a- = 150 mm.
• Distance -b- = 10 mm.
• Distance -c- = 300 mm.
– If the spray pattern cannot be set as specified, clean obstruc‐
ted washer jets.
Cleaning washer jet:
– Remove washer jet ⇒ page 49 .
– Rinse washer jet with clean water in opposite direction to nor‐
mal flow.
– To remove any remaining obstructions, blow out with com‐
pressed air only (in opposite direction to normal flow).
– If the spray pattern still cannot be set as specified, renew the
affected washer jet.
3.32.1 Washer jets: removing and installing

Removing
– Unclip washer jets -1- from underneath bonnet -arrow-.
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– Release retaining clip -3- in direction of -arrow- and pull wash‐

er fluid hose -2- off windscreen washer jet.
– If fitted, unplug electrical connector -1-.
Installing
– When refitting washer fluid hose, make sure retaining clip en‐
gages audibly in washer fluid hose connection.
– Install washer jet in bonnet.
3.33 Headlight washer system: checking jet

settings
The headlight washer jets are set by the manufacturer and there‐
fore do not need to be adjusted.
3.34 Wiper Protected

blades: checking park position
and checking forthedamage
with respect to correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
3.34.1 Park position for windscreen wiper

blades
Note
♦ Every 2nd time the windscreen wiper motor is switched off, it

will return the wiper arms slightly past the end position, which
ensures that the lip of the wiper blade is tipped the other way.
♦ To do so, the wiper motor will first move the wiper arms down
and then up again just a little to their final position. You must
not adjust or check the wiper crank while the wiper arms are
in this raised position.
♦ Instead, carry out adjustment or checks only after the wiper
motor has moved the wiper arms directly to their normal final
position (not raised); if necessary let wipers carry out a brief
wipe.
– Switch windscreen wipers on and off and let them return to

their park position.
– Switch off ignition.
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– Check for the following distances between tips of wiper blades

and cowl panel trim of plenum chamber at bottom edge of
windscreen:
♦ Distance -a- = 0 + 10 mm.
♦ Distance -b- = 7 + 10 mm.
– If necessary adjust wiper arm ⇒ Rep. gr. 92 .
Note
These figures specify the distance between the tip of the wiper
blades and the black cowl panel trim at the bottom edge of the
windscreen. The layout is symmetrically opposite for right-hand
drive vehicles.
3.35 Sliding/tilting sunroof: cleaning and lu‐

bricating guide rails and seals
♦ Lint-free cloth
♦ Lubricant G 060 172 A3 for seals
♦ Lubricant G 055 751 A2 for mechanical components
♦ Brush
Note
♦ Bend brush (commercially available, approx. 15 mm) by ap‐

prox. 40° using workshop equipment.
♦ First clean all components to be lubricated with a lint-free cloth.
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♦ Position of glass panel:

♦ Run glass panel to the rear until wind deflector is completely
extended.
♦ Coat rubber lip on wind deflector with G 060 172 A3 from below
-arrow-.
Note
It is not necessary to remove the wind deflector.

♦ With glass panel open, first lubricate it at the front, then tilt it
at the rear.
♦ Moisten complete seal -arrow- of glass panel with
G 060 172 A3.

♦ Glass panel opened completely.
♦ Lubricate inner guide rails at sides of glass panel -arrow- with
G 055 751 A2.
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♦ Lubricate guide rails of sliding headliner (at sides) -arrow- with
G 055 751 A2.

♦ Open glass panel completely.
♦ Lubricate outer guide rails of glass panel -arrow- with
G 055 751 A2.
3.36 Panorama sunroof (A4 Avant): cleaning

and lubricating guide rails
♦ Lint-free cloth
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♦ Lubricant G 055 751 A2 for mechanical components
♦ Brush
Note Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
♦ Bend brush (commercially available, approx. 15 mm) by ap‐
prox. 40° using workshop equipment.
♦ First clean all components to be lubricated with a lint-free cloth.

♦ Lubricate outer guide rails (bottom) -arrow- of glass panel with
G 055 751 A2.
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♦ Lubricate outer guide rails (top) -arrow- of glass panel with
G 055 751 A2.

♦ Lubricate inner guide rails -arrows- of glass panel with
G 055 751 A2.

♦ Tilt glass panel at rear.
♦ Lubricate locking pin -arrow- of sunroof mechanism with
G 055 751 A2.
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3.37 Snow screen: cleaning

– Remove front end cover -1-.
– Before removal, release fastener -2- by unscrewing locking pin
on fastener.
– Pull cover towards rear and out of radiator grille.
– When installing, only press locking pin into fastener.
– Remove intake air duct for air cleaner.
– Remove snow screen -1- and clean snow screen using com‐
pressed air.
– Use a suitable blunt tool to remove persistent dirt.
Note
If the snow screen is damaged it must be renewed.
3.38 Service interval display: resetting or

adapting
3.38.1 Service interval display: resetting

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♦ Servicing
3.39 Dust and pollen filter: removing and in‐

stalling
Note Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
♦ Replacement intervals for dust and pollen filter ⇒ mainte‐
nance tables
♦ The dust and pollen filter is available in different versions (with
and without active charcoal filter insert). Vehicles with a „de‐
luxe“ air conditioner are currently fitted with a dust and pollen
filter with active charcoal filter insert; vehicles with a „basic“ air
conditioner are currently fitted with a dust and pollen filter
without active charcoal filter insert ⇒ Parts catalogue .
♦ Clean the area around the dust and pollen filter in the air con‐
ditioner unit before fitting a new filter.
♦ On vehicles with special equipment for driving schools you
may have to remove the additional pedal cluster (some driving
school pedals have detachable connections).
Removing
– Set front passenger seat to rearmost position.
– Remove screw fasteners -A- and detach insulating mat -B-.
– Cover floor covering beneath dust and pollen filter with paper.
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– Release tabs -B-, push cover -A- in direction of -arrow- and

then remove cover.
Note
If the tabs -B- no longer hold properly, the cover -A- can be se‐
cured at the attaching points -C- with bolts -D-.
– Pull dust and pollen filter -A- out of aperture in air conditioner
unit -B-.
Installing
– Clean air conditioner unit via aperture -B- (e.g. with a vacuum
cleaner) after removing dust and pollen filter -A-.
– Install dust and pollen filter -A- correctly (diagonally cut side
-C- towards fresh air blower -D-).
Note
There is no predetermined flow direction in the dust and pollen

filter -A- intended for this vehicle (the same filter is installed in LHD
and RHD vehicles).
3.40 Notes on dust and pollen filter with ac‐

tive charcoal filter insert
♦ The dust and pollen filter is available in different versions (with
and without active charcoal filter insert) ⇒ Parts catalogue .
Vehicles with a „deluxe“ air conditioner are currently fitted with
a dust and pollen filter with active charcoal filter insert; vehicles
with a „basic“ air conditioner are fitted with a dust and pollen
filter without active charcoal filter insert.
♦ The dust and pollen filter with an additional active charcoal
filter insert is fitted in vehicles with a „deluxe“ air conditioner;
these vehicles are additionally fitted with an air quality sensor
-G238- .
♦ The filter with active charcoal filter insert works like a conven‐
tional dust and pollen filter, but it also filters out gaseous
pollutants such as ozone, benzene and nitrogen dioxide from
the air passing through. The main function of the active char‐
coal layer in the dust and pollen filter is to keep peak concen‐
trations away from the passenger compartment.
♦ However, the active charcoal also absorbs certain gaseous
impurities in the air passing through. The active charcoal layer
in the dust and pollen filter has a different effect on the various
pollutants in the air:
- Certain pollutants are firmly bound in the active charcoal layer.
- Other pollutants are converted into harmless compounds, as in
a catalytic converter.
- For the rest of the pollutants the active charcoal functions like a
capacitor. When the pollution increases, the active charcoal ini‐
tially absorbs pollutants until a certain level of saturation has been
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reached. If the pollution is reduced, the active charcoal layer then

continuously gives off these absorbed particles.
♦ As the active charcoal layer permanently binds some of the
gaseous particles in the air in addition to dust and pollen, we
recommend renewing the dust and pollen filter earlier than
specified under the following operating conditions:
– When the vehicle is driven in areas with a continuously high
level of atmospheric pollution; in these conditions the active
charcoal layer becomes saturated more quickly.
– When the „Automatic air recirculation“ function is mostly
turned off while the vehicle is being driven.
♦ In vehicles fitted with an air quality sensor -G238- , the air
conditioner should preferably always be operated with the
„Automatic air recirculation“ function activated. However, if it
is necessary or desired to deactivate the function, note the
following:
- The active charcoal layer in the dust and pollen filter becomes
saturated after a certain time.
- A saturated filter can no longer absorb pollutants; they will then
pass through unfiltered.
♦ The main function of the active charcoal layer in the dust and
pollen filter and the air quality sensor -G238- is to keep peak
concentrations away from the passenger compartment. How‐
ever, please note the following:
– If the vehicle is driven in an area with relatively clean ambient
air, i.e. with a low level of gaseous pollutants in the air, the air
conditioner will automatically switch from the fresh air ventila‐
tion mode to the air recirculation mode at a different time than
in an area with a generally high level of pollution, e.g. in an
industrial area.
– The air conditioner automatically switches from the fresh air
ventilation mode to the air recirculation mode, Protected
independently
of the basic pollution level, when the level of pollution increa‐
ses, e.g. when driving through a cloud of exhaust fumes from

a lorry run with diesel.
3.41 Track rods, track control links, swivel

joints, guide links and drive shafts on
front and rear axle: checking boots, play,
and secure fit
Note
The test must be carried out with vehicle raised on a lifting plat‐
form (wheels free to move).
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– Check play by moving the track rods and wheels.

♦ There must be no noticeable play.
♦ Check all around the boots -2- to make sure they are not dam‐
aged and are seated correctly. If necessary use a mirror.
♦ As a rule you can identify damage to the boots by emerging
grease.
All suspension links
– Check all around the boots -arrows- to make sure they are not
damaged and are seated correctly. If necessary use a mirror.
♦ As a rule you can identify damage to the boots by emerging

grease.
♦ There must be no noticeable play.
Track control link
– With no weight on the wheels, check for play between wheel

bearing housing and track control link.
– The relative movement between wheel bearing housing and
track control link can be assessed by lifting and lowering the
wheel several times with your hands -arrow-.
– If you identify noticeable play while lifting and lowering the
wheel, the track control link must be renewed.

Drive shaft boots:
– Check the inner and outer drive shaft boots all around for
damage and make sure they are correctly seated. If necessary
turn the wheel.
♦ You can identify any ruptures in the boots at an early stage by
turning the steering.
♦ As a rule you can easily identify damage to the drive shaft boot
by a lot of grease emerging from the boot.
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3.42 Transport mode: deactivating (using ve‐

hicle diagnostic, testing and information
system -VAS 5051/5052- )
The transport mode serves to maintain the vehicle's ability to start
(battery power level). The transport mode limits the extent to
which the battery discharges. When the vehicle is in transport
mode, many functions are restricted or no longer available at all,
e.g. CD changer and radio are deactivated.
Deactivate transport mode via Guided Functions.
♦ Select brand and model
♦ Servicing
♦ Transport mode: deactivating
3.43 Transport locks: removing locking ele‐

ments for front and rear suspension
struts
Some models are supplied with transport locks fitted on the front
and rear suspension struts. These vehicles are identified by a tag
fixed to the mirror -arrow-.
– Relieve the load on the coil springs (e.g. by raising vehicle on
a lifting platform).
Note
♦ It is not necessary to remove the wheels.

♦ Ensure that surface of springs is not damaged.
Removing locking elements ⇒ page 62
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3.43.1 Front suspension strut

– Pull auxiliary spring -2- downwards.
– Remove locking elements -1- from the suspension struts (two
on each suspension strut).
– Push auxiliary spring -2- upwards and engage in spring plate.
3.43.2 Rear suspension strut

– Pull auxiliary spring -2- downwards.
– Remove locking elements -1- from the suspension struts (two
on each suspension strut).
– Push auxiliary spring -2- upwards and engage in spring plate.
3.44 Underseal: visual check for damage

– When performing visual check, check underbody, wheel hous‐
ings and side members.
WARNING
Any faults found must be rectified (repair measure).with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
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3.45 Plenum chamber: checking water drain

♦ Remove additional covers -1- and -4-.
♦ Do not remove plenum chamber cover -3-.
♦ First unclip covers at front bottom, then release tabs -2- at rear
by slightly pressing them together from below, and then lift
covers out of plenum chamber cover.
• Check for dirt in plenum chamber.
WARNING
Note
If there is dirt, first use a flexible picking tool or similar to clean

any coarse dirt from the drains (rubber grommets left and right)
and the area beneath the brake servo. Fine dirt can be removed
with a thin hose or a suction-feed spray gun V.A.G 1538 and a
flexible nylon probe V.A.G 1538/2 or similar.
3.46 Winter tyres (factory-fitted)
Note
♦ On vehicles supplied from the factory with winter tyres, check

the tyre pressures as part of the Delivery Inspection.
♦ The warning sticker indicating the maximum permissible
speed for the tyres must be affixed in a position where it is
immediately visible to the driver.
3.47 Clock: setting
Note
Refer to MMI operating instructions.
3.48 Spark plugs: renewing
Note
Always observe
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♦ Spark plug socket and extension -3122B-
♦ Puller for pencil-type ignition coils -T40039-

TFSI
Removing:
– Remove engine cover panel ⇒ page 32 .
– Loosen two bolts securing connector rail.
– Using puller -T40039- , pull all ignition coils approx. 30 mm out
of spark plug apertures.
– Release electrical connectors and pull all connectors simulta‐
neously off ignition coils.
– Remove spark plugs using spark plug socket and extension
-3122B- .
– Install new spark plugs.
Installing:
– Fit all ignition coils loosely into spark plug apertures.
– Align ignition coils with electrical connectors and plug all con‐
nectors simultaneously onto coils.
– Push ignition coils evenly onto spark plugs by hand (do NOT
attempt to knock in coils with any kind of tool).
Tightening torque
Component Nm
Guide for ignition coil wiring to cylinder head 5
cover
Spark plugs in cylinder head 30
Install further in reverse sequence.
Audi A4 2008 ➤
3.48.2 6-cyl. petrol engine 3.2 ltr. FSI

Removing spark plugs, cylinder bank 1:
– Remove air cleaner (bottom section).
– Unscrew bolts for wiring harness of ignition coils.
– Release electrical connectors and at the same time pull con‐
nectors evenly off ignition coils.
Removing spark plugs, cylinder bank 2:
– Unbolt coolant expansion tank -arrows-.

– Unplug electrical connector for coolant shortage indicator
switch -F66- at bottom of coolant expansion tank and move
coolant expansion tank with coolant hoses -1-, -2- and -3- clear
to one side.
– Unscrew bolts -arrows-.

– Use puller -T40039- to pull ignition coil approx. 30 mm out of
spark plug aperture.
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Both sides (continued):

– Pull out ignition coils with puller -T40039- .
-3122B- .
Installing
Install in reverse sequence.
Tightening torque
Component Nm
cover
3.48.3 6-cyl. petrol engine 3.0 ltr. TFSI

Removing
– Pull engine cover panels -1- and -2- off upwards.
– Move clear fuel line -4- and line -1- from activated charcoal
filter at air cleaner housing and air pipe.
– Detach vacuum hose -2- from connection at air hose.
– Unfasten hose clip -3-, release retaining clips -arrows- and re‐
move air pipe.
– Remove air cleaner housing.
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– Unscrew bolts -arrows- and unplug electrical connectors at ig‐

nition coils.
– Move electrical wiring harness down slightly.
Note
Disregard items -1 and 2-.
Cylinder bank 2 (left-side):

– Unbolt coolant expansion tank -arrows-.
– Unplug electrical connector for coolant shortage indicator
switch -F66- at bottom of coolant expansion tank and move
coolant expansion tank with coolant hoses -1-, -2- and -3- clear
to one side.
– Unscrew bolts -arrows- and unplug electrical connectors at ig‐

nition coils.
– Move electrical wiring harness down slightly.
Note
Disregard items -1, 2 and 3-.
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Both sides (continued):

– Pull out ignition coils with puller -T40039- .
-3122B- .
Installing
Install in reverse sequence.
Tightening torque
Component Nm
cover
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4 Type plate, vehicle identification

number
A - Type plate
- It is attached to the right-hand suspension turret.
B - Vehicle identification number
- Stamped onto right-hand longitudinal member for wheel housing
(top), next to expansion chamber.
Information encoded in vehicle identification number:
WAU ZZZ 8K Z 7 A/N 121 321
Manufactur‐ Filler charac‐ Type Filler charac‐ Model year Production lo‐ Serial
er's mark ters ters 2007 cation number
Vehicle data sticker

The vehicle data sticker can be found in the customer's Service
Schedule, and also on the vehicle in the spare wheel well or on
the floor panel.
The sticker contains the following vehicle data:
1 - Vehicle identification number
2 - Model identification code/ production control number
3 - Model code
4 - Engine output/ emissions standard/ gearbox
5 - Engine and gearbox code letters (not specified on some export
models)
6 - Paint number/ interior equipment identification number
7 - Identification numbers for optional extras
8 - Unladen weight/ fuel consumption/ CO2 emission level (not
specified on some export versions)
Engine code and engine number
Note
♦ The „engine code“ is also listed on the vehicle data stickers in

the Service Schedule and in the spare wheel well or on the
floor panel.
♦ There is also a sticker with „engine code letters“ and „serial
number“ attached to the toothed belt guard.
4-cyl. TFSI petrol engines:

The engine number („engine code“ and „serial number“) is at the
front of the joint between engine and gearbox.
V6 3.0 ltr. TFSI, 3.2 ltr. FSI petrol engines:
4. Type plate, vehicle identification number 69

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The engine number („engine code letters“ and „serial number“) is

located on the front left side of the cylinder block -arrow-.
4-cyl. TDI engines:

The engine number („engine code“ and „serial number“) is at the
front of the joint between engine and gearbox.
V6 TDI engines:
The engine number („engine code letters“ and „serial number“) is

stamped onto the cylinder block -arrow-.
70 4. Type plate, vehicle identification number

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5 Lifting the vehicle
WARNING
♦ To avoid damaging the vehicle underbody and to prevent

the vehicle from tipping, the vehicle should only be lifted
at the points shown in the illustration.
♦ Never start engine and engage gear with vehicle lifted, so
long as even one driven wheel has contact with the floor.
There is a risk of accident if this is not observed.
♦ If work is to be performed under the vehicle, it must be
securely supported by suitable stands.
Trolley jack
Always use suitable rubber or wooden blocks to avoid damage.
A trolley jack may only be applied at the lifting points as illustrated.
On no account should vehicle be lifted at engine sump, gearbox
or on front or rear axle, as this may cause serious damage.
Lifting platform
Before driving on to a lifting platform ensure there is sufficient
clearance between low-mounted vehicle components and the lift‐
ing platform.
Lifting points for lifting platform and trolley jack
Front:
On vertical reinforcement of side member level with the marking
for the vehicle jack.
Rear:
On vertical reinforcement of side member level with the marking
for the vehicle jack.
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6 Tow-starting/towing
– Attach tow rope or tow bar only to the following towing eyes:
Front towing eye
– Remove cover from right bumper (right side).
– Take towing eye out of vehicle tool kit.
– Screw in towing eye as far as it will go and tighten it with wheel
bolt spanner.
Rear towing eye
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– Remove cover from right bumper (right side).

– Take towing eye out of vehicle tool kit.
– Screw in towing eye as far as it will go and tighten it with wheel
bolt spanner.
After use remember to unscrew towing eye and replace it in ve‐
hicle tool kit. The towing eye must always be carried with the
vehicle.
Note
♦ The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the risk of

damage to both vehicles. It is advisable to only use synthetic
fibre ropes or ropes of similar elastic material. However, it is
safer to use a tow bar.
♦ Always avoid excessive towing forces and do not jerk. During
towing operations on unsurfaced roads there is always a dan‐
ger that the attachment parts will be over-stressed and dam‐
aged.
♦ The vehicle should only be tow-started if it is not possible to
start the engine using jump leads.
If the vehicle has to be towed or tow-started, please note the fol‐

lowing points:
♦ Legal regulations concerning towing must be observed.
♦ Both drivers must be familiar with towing procedures. Inex‐
perienced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or tow.
♦ When using a tow rope, the driver of the towing vehicle must
engage the clutch very gently whenProtected
moving off and changing
gear.
♦ The driver of the vehicle being towed must ensure that the tow
rope is always taut.
♦ Both vehicles must switch on their hazard warning lights, un‐
less otherwise specified by local regulations.
♦ The ignition must be switched on so that the steering wheel is
free and the turn signals, horn and windscreen wiper and
washer system can be used.
♦ Because the brake servo only works when the engine is run‐
ning, considerably more pressure is required on the brake
pedal when the engine is not running.
♦ As power-assisted steering does not work when the engine is
not running, more force is required to turn the steering wheel
when the engine is off.
♦ If there is no lubricant in the manual or automatic gearbox, the
vehicle must be towed with the driven wheels raised off the
ground.
When tow-starting vehicles with manual gearbox, please note the
following points:
– Before moving off, engage 2nd or 3rd gear, press clutch pedal
and hold.
– Switch on ignition.
– When both vehicles are moving, release clutch pedal.
– As soon as the engine starts, depress clutch and move gear
lever to neutral to avoid running into the towing vehicle.
6. Tow-starting/towing 73
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Note
♦ Vehicles with a catalytic converter (petrol engines only) must

not be tow-started over a distance of more than 50 m if the
catalytic converter has already reached operating tempera‐
ture. Otherwise, unburnt fuel may enter the catalytic converter
and cause damage.
♦ For technical reasons, it is not possible to tow-start a vehicle
with an automatic gearbox.
When towing a vehicle with front-wheel drive and automatic gear‐

box the following points must also be noted:
♦ Selector lever must be in position „N“.
♦ Do not tow vehicle at a speed of more than 50 km/h.
♦ The maximum towing distance is 50 kilometres.
If towing over greater distances, the vehicle must be lifted at the
front.
Reason: When the engine is not turning the gearbox oil pump will
not work - the gearbox will therefore not be adequately lubricated
for higher speeds or longer distances.
When using a breakdown vehicle, the vehicle can only be towed
with the front wheels raised.
Reason: If vehicle is towed when raised at rear, the drive shafts
will turn backwards. As a result, the planetary gears in the auto‐
matic gearbox will then turn at such high speeds that the gearbox
will be severely damaged in a short time.
When towing a vehicle with four-wheel drive and manual gearbox
the following points must also be noted:
When using a breakdown vehicle, the vehicle being towed can be
suspended (either at front or rear).
Note
If it is not possible to tow the vehicle normally, it must be trans‐

ported by a special transporter or trailer. This also applies to
distances greater than 50 kilometres.
When towing Protected

a vehicle with four-wheel drive and automatic gear‐
box the following points
unlessmust also
by be
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permitted authorised AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
♦ Selector lever must be in position „N“.
When using a breakdown vehicle, the vehicle being towed must
not be suspended (either at front or rear).
74 6. Tow-starting/towing
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Note
If it is not possible to tow the vehicle normally, it must be trans‐

ported by a special transporter or trailer. This also applies to
distances greater than 50 kilometres.
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7 Vehicle tests carried out as part of in‐

spection services and maintenance
We recommend using the dialogue receipt and inspection unit
VAS 5000 and the performance test stand V.A.G 1858 for the
vehicle tests.
Brake test
For information on carrying out brake tests on front-wheel drive
and four-wheel drive vehicles refer to the appropriate "Brake sys‐
tem" workshop manual.
Performance test
Please carry out the performance tests on the performance test
stands recommended by Audi. These performance test stands
take into account the corrective figures for automatic gearbox and
four-wheel drive. Vehicles with four-wheel drive must only be tes‐
ted on a four-wheel performance test stand.
Speedometer test
During the speedometer test the vehicle is driven by its own
wheels. Vehicles with four-wheel drive must only be tested on a
four-wheel test stand.
Shock absorber test permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
For information on shock absorber tests refer to the appropriate
workshop manual on "Running gear".
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1)Unleaded RON 91 can also be used, but will result in a slight

Engines ⇒ Petrol engines

Engines ⇒ Petrol engines

Engines ⇒ Diesel engines

Engines ⇒ Diesel engines

Engines ⇒ Diesel engines

In the case of stock vehicles: performing steps ELSA mainte‐

Work to be completed Page

3.1 Reading out: measured value block 32

Only applies in certain countries. For the countries affected, refer

– Carry out the following steps one after the other.

Add four times as much G17 additive ⇒ page 20 if there is a

If the values deviate by more than 15 % repeatedly, a repair

3.2 Battery status: reading out in Guided

♦ Connect VAS 5051 or 5052.

If charge or renew battery is displayed on test equipment, refer to

3.3 Battery: checking fluid level

3.3.1 Batteries with „magic eye“

3.3.2 Battery with sealing plugs

corrosion of plates, plate bridges and cell connectors. Corrosion

of these parts will impair battery function and make it unreliable.

If the electrolyte level is below the min. marking the battery

3.3.3 VRLA (valve-regulated lead acid) bat‐

Increased safety risk in the event of an accident if the wrong

3.4 Battery: checking that battery cables are

If the battery clamp on the positive terminal is not fitted se‐

3.5 Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern,

3.5.2 Delivery Inspection

3.5.3 Inspection Service

Any defects must be reported to the customer.

3.5.4 Checking tyre wear pattern

If the above types of wear are found, check wheel alignment to

♦ This figure may vary for individual countries due to different

3.5.6 Inflating to correct pressures

3.5.7 Tyre repair kit: checking expiry date

– Take off moulded insert above battery.

♦ Used bottles must be replaced.

3.5.8 Spare wheel

3.6 Brake system: visual check for leaks

– Check brake hoses and pipes for chafing.

Any faults found must be rectified (repair measure).

3.7 Brake pads: checking thickness

contact with the backplate of the brake pad.

Front disc brake pads:

Rear disc brake pads:

When the thickness of the brake pads (including backplate) is

♦ On some vehicles (fitted with aftermarket rims) it may not be

3.8 Brake fluid level (depends on brake pad

Only use new genuine VW/Audi brake fluid, refer to ETKA.

♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. It also has caustic properties and

– Note the following:

3.8.1 Delivery Inspection

3.8.2 Inspection Service

3.9 Brake fluid: changing

Only use new genuine VW/Audi brake fluid, refer to ETKA.

Changing brake fluid with brake filling and bleeding equipment -

♦ Brake fluid must on no account come into contact with liq‐