Gasoline engines
All models except those equipped with AJQ engines:
Unleaded gasoline is not worse than AI-95
It is allowed to use unleaded gasoline not worse than AI-91, while the engine power is reduced.
Models with AJQ engines:
Unleaded gasoline is not worse than AI-98. It is allowed to use unleaded gasoline not worse than AI-95, while the engine power is reduced.
Diesel engines
Diesel fuel according to DIN EN 590 | Cetane number not less than 49 |
Biodiesel fuel according to DIN 51 606 | RME |
Fuel tank | |
Volume | 55 l or 62 l on models with all-wheel drive |
including reserve stock | 7 l or 8 l on models with all-wheel drive |
windshield washer | |
Type | water with concentrate S - in summer, W - in winter or alcohol (no more than 15%) with water |
Volume | 3 l, 5.5 l with headlight washers |
Engine oil (See also the materials of the subsection Automotive chemicals, oils and lubricants) | |
Type | For models from year 2000 (MJ 00), extended service interval (WIV) and provides for new AUDI requirements for engine oil. |
Gasoline engines // Diesel engines | |
Release | |
up to 4/99 (MJ 98) | 500 00, 501 01, 502 00 // 500 00 + 505 00 or 501 01 + 505 00 |
from 5/99 (MJ 00) without WIV | 500 00, 501 01, 502 00 // 500 00 + 505 00, 505 00, 505 01 |
from 5/99 (MJ 00) with WIV | 503 00, 503 01 // 506 00, 506 01 |
Audi S3 | 503 01 // – |
+ indicates that both specifications must be indicated on the oil packaging | |
SF/SG possible (diesel cd) oils according to API specification, or A2/A3 according to ACEA specification (diesel B3 or B4) | |
Viscosity | 5W30 (cold climate), 20W40 (hot climate) |
Volume, with filter change | |
All engines | 4.5 l |
Difference between marks "max" And "min" on the dipstick | 1 liter |
Cooling system | soft water mixture (60%) and antifreeze concentrate (40%) |
Antifreeze concentrate | G12 A8D (Red) or according to specification TL-VW 774 D (do not mix with any other) |
System volume | |
Engines 1.6, 1.8 l | 5.0 l |
The amount of antifreeze added to the cooling system to provide the required frost resistance (while draining the same amount of coolant), l |
Measured value,°С. | 0 | –5 | –10 | –15 | –20 | –30 | Capacity |
Engine 1.6, 1.8 l | differential
quantity | ||||||
Required frost resistance | 2.5 | 2.2 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 0.5 | |
–35° | 5.0 |
Use only "G12" (Red). Should not be applied "G11" (Green colour). Do not mix G11 and G12. This can cause severe engine damage.
The following shows how much antifreeze should be added to achieve the desired frost resistance.
Example: The measurement shows frost protection down to -10°C. In this case, 2.2 liters of liquid must be drained from the cooling system and 2.2 liters of pure antifreeze must be added. Then protection is provided up to a temperature of -35°C.
Manual transmission
Type | Synthetic G052 SAE 75W90 specifications "G 50" |
Volume | |
020 (engines 1.6 l) | 1.9 l |
02A (engines 1.8 l) | 2.0 l |
Automatic transmission | |
Type | ATF ESSO EGL 71 141 or AUDI-ET No. G052 162 A2 (light yellow) |
Volume | |
When replacing | 3.0 |
Total | 5.3 l |
Automatic final drive oil transmissions | 0.75 l, synthetic oil G052 145…SAE 75W90 |
Oil Haldex clutches for all-wheel drive models | 0.25 l oil for Haldex clutch specification G 052 175 A1 |
Steering control | G 002 000 |
Brake system | 1.5 l, FMVSS DOT 4 |
Drive lubrication shafts | |
Lubrication type | Grease AUDI G 000 603 |
Lubrication volume | |
Outer ball and tripod joint | |
Hinge W 81 mm | |
General | 80 g |
Volume in hinge | 40 g |
Volume in a protective case | 40 g |
Hinge W 90 mm | |
General | 120 g |
Volume at the hinge | 80 G |
Volume in a protective case | 40 g |
Internal hinge - ball | |
Hinge W 94 mm | |
General | 90 g |
Volume in a hinge | 40 g |
Volume in a protective case | 50 g |
Hinge W 100 mm | |
General | 120 g |
Volume at the hinge | 50 G |
Volume in a protective case | 70 g |
Internal hinge - tripod | |
General | 180 g |
Front hinge volume | 90 G |
Volume on the reverse side of the hinge | 90 G |
Battery terminal grease | Bosch Ft 40 v 1 |
Values for idle test
Idle speed, rpm | |
AEH, AGN | 760 – 880 |
AGU, AQA | 800 – 920 |
1.9 TDI | 875 – 950 |
CO level, % | max 0.5 |
Level CO2, % | 14.5 – 16.0 |
O2 level, % | 0.1 – 0.5 |
Test values for 2500-2800 rpm | |
lambda value | 0.97 – 1.03 |
CO level, % | 0.3 |
Spark plug
Engine designation | Type | Interelectrode clearance, mm |
AEH, AGN | NGK BKUR 6 ET-10 or AUDI 101000033AA | 1.0 |
AGU | Bosch F7LTCR or AUDI 101000051AA | 1.0 |
Turnkey size | 16 mm |
Candles incandescent | |
Beru | GN 855 |
Bosch | 0 250 202 022 |
Champion | CH 171 |
Lucas/CAV | HDS 342 |
Tire size//Rim size//Installation depth | |
195/65 R15 91H//6J x 15 H2//38 mm | |
185/65R15 88Q/T/H M+S//6J x 15 H2//38 mm | |
205/65 R15 89H//6J x 15 H2//38 mm | |
205/55 R16 91V//6J x 15 H2//44.5 mm | |
185/65R15//6J x 15 H2//38 mm | |
Spare wheel | T125/90 R15 |
Pressure air in the tires of the front wheels / / rear wheels, bar | |
Medium loading | |
Tires 195/65 R15, 205/65 R15, 205/55 R16 | 1.8//1.8 |
Tires 185/65R15, 225/45 R17W | 2.1//2.1 |
Full load | |
Tires 195/65 R15, 205/65 R15, 205/55 R16 | 2.2//2.7 |
Tires 185/65R15, 225/45 R17W | 2.5//2.8 |
small size spare wheel | 4.2//4.2 |
Nominal air pressure for all factory-installed normal tire sizes (summer tires, all season tires) indicated on the sticker on the inside of the fuel filler cap necks. The spare tire pressure is indicated on the sidewall of the tire. | |
wheel nuts | M14x1.5x27.5, turnkey size 17 mm |
Tire speed category | |
S | 180 km/h |
T | 190 km/h |
H | 210 km/h |
V | 240 km/h |
W | 270 km/h |
ZR | over 270 km/h |
WARNING: Word "reinforced" at the end of the tire marking means reinforced performance. | |
Tightening torques for threaded connections Fastener tightening torques are also shown in the text and in some of the illustrations*. | |
Oil drain plugs in the crankcase | 30 N·m |
Automatic oil filler plug transmission | 15 H m |
Oil drain plug Haldex clutches for all-wheel drive models | 15 N·m |
Clutch filler plug Haldex models with all-wheel drive | 30 N·m |
Spark plug | 30 Nm, 25 Nm (NGK BKR 5 EKUP) |
nuts wheels | 120 N·m |
This chapter has been written to help the hobby mechanic keep his vehicle at peak performance, economy, safety and reliability. Further in the Chapter you will find a complete schedule of procedures for the current maintenance of the car, as well as Sections devoted to the description of the maintenance of its individual systems. Sections include descriptions of visual inspections, adjustments, component replacements, and other helpful tips. The location of the individual components will help to determine the illustrations with views of the engine compartment and the bottom of the car. By servicing your vehicle in accordance with the mileage schedule and following the detailed instructions below, you will have a clear maintenance program that can ensure the long and reliable life of your vehicle. Remember that this plan is exhaustive, and the implementation of some of its points and the neglect of others will not give the expected result.
Current care
In the process of servicing a car, you will soon see that it is possible - and necessary - to combine many procedures due to the similarity of actions for their implementation. For example, if the vehicle is raised off the ground to lubricate the chassis, you should simultaneously inspect the exhaust system, suspension, steering system, and fuel system while you are under the vehicle. If the wheels are removed for other work, it makes sense to check the brakes. Finally, suppose you had to borrow or rent a torque wrench. Even if you only need it to tighten the spark plugs, you can also check the tightening torques of as many critical nuts and bolts as you have time.
The first step in a car maintenance program is self-preparation. Carefully study the materials of all Sections related to the upcoming procedures, then prepare all the necessary materials, equipment and tools. If you are afraid of encountering problems when performing any specific work, consult a specialist or a person who has already carried out this work.
Maintenance performed according to the service interval indicator on the dashboard
Warning: For models from 2000 (MJ00) extended service interval applied (WIV) (vehicles with the system "Long–Life–Service"). Vehicles with this system can be identified by number "QG1" in the service book or on the vehicle data plate. The vehicle data plate is located in the trunk next to the spare wheel well.
For vehicles with "Long–Life–Service", Thanks to careful operation and gentle application conditions, a service interval of 15,000 km or 12 months can be doubled. Thus, the maximum service interval is 30,000 km or 24 months, while the service interval is signaled by the service interval indicator on the instrument panel. The driver is warned about 3000 km by a sign " service in 3000 km" ("service after 3000 km") after each ignition switch. After the maintenance period determined by the control unit, the message appears "service" "service jetzt" ("service now"). After that, maintenance should be carried out immediately. For vehicles that have traveled less than 3000 km during the service interval, the indicated warning appears without a preliminary signal.
Under very severe operating conditions, maintenance on vehicles with the system "Long–Life–Service" can be carried out after 15.000 km or every 12 months.
Maintenance necessarily includes an oil change and related work.
Vehicles with the following specifications may be equipped with "Long–Life–Service":
1. Special ("flexibel") service interval indicator.
2. Sensor low level of impellent oil.
3. Brake pad wear indicator.
4. Long life engine oil AUDI–Norm 503 00 (petrol) or 506 00 (diesel).
5. Low maintenance lead-calcium battery.
Warning: Vehicles with "Long–Life–Service", for which the system is filled with oil other than AUDI–Norm 503 00 or 506 00, the service interval indicator must be set to 15,000 km or 12 months. This is done by resetting the pointer using the setting button on the dashboard.
For vehicles without a system "Long–Life–Service" it is necessary to carry out oil changes and maintenance in accordance with the maintenance plan.
Vehicle service intervals depend on the time elapsed since the last service and the mileage.
If service is required, after turning on the ignition and starting the engine, for one minute, instead of the mileage readings, a service indicator signal appears on the tachometer counter.
At the same time, one or both indicators flash: service OIL (oil change and related work) or service INSP (inspection service).
As a scale for calculating service cycles, the pointer takes the time or distance traveled since the pointer was last reset to its original position. In this case, 1000 km or 10 days between the appearance of the indicator and the maintenance are taken into account. Additional factors are not taken into account.
If the service is carried out, it is necessary to reset the service indicator to its original (zero) position.
Warning: HUNDRED AUDI additionally, at each service, using the VAG 1551 fault memory interrogator, reads data from the fault memory of electronic engine controls, ABS, airbags and anti-theft system. For this purpose, it is recommended to contact the service station at certain intervals. At the same time, it must be borne in mind that some malfunctions, for example, failed sensors of the engine management system, do not lead to a noticeable decrease in vehicle performance. Control devices have an emergency operation mode or operate on backup parameters, which cannot be detected by the driver. Interrogation of the fault memory is carried out through the diagnostic connector.
For vehicles with or without a system "Long–Life–Service", the service interval indicator must be reset after service or oil change. If this is done using the setting buttons on the dashboard, the pointer is set to"nicht flexibel". In this case, the car is subject to the usual service plan, according to the time and distance travelled. If the pointer is set to"flexibel", it must be reset using a fault reader or vehicle diagnostic system in a workshop.
Resetting the service interval indicator
- 1 - adjustment button
- 2 - odometer button
- 3 - mileage indicator
The service interval indicator can be reset in two different ways: in workshop conditions, a VAG 1551 fault memory interrogator is used for this purpose, connected to the diagnostic socket on the center console.
If the specified instrument is not available, the pointer can be reset to its original position using the odometer and clock reset button on the instrument panel as follows:
Warning: In this case, the service pointer set to «flexibel» (flexible) installed on «nicht flexibel» (not flexible).
Order of execution
1. Turn off the ignition, the ignition key is in the zero position.
2. Press and hold the -2- key for the odometer.
3. Turn on the ignition. A message appears on the track indicator -3- «service OEL». Release the -2- key.
4. Pull out the -1- o'clock button for about 2 seconds. In this way the message is dropped «service OEL». Depending on the pointer date, a message is stored «service OEL» or three dashes appear (– – –).
5. Press the -2- key again and release it. Switching to a message «service INSP».
6. Pull out the adjusting button -1- next to the tachometer for about 2 seconds. The service indicator is reset. Depending on the pointer date, a message is stored «service OEL» or three dashes appear (– – –).
7. Switch off the ignition.
Warning: When the battery is disconnected, the pointer readings are saved.
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