Car care Audi A4 B5
Weekly Checks — General Information
There are a few very simple checks that will take you a few minutes, but will save you a lot of time and money in the future. The Weekly Checks listed below do...
There are a few very simple checks that will take you a few minutes, but will save you a lot of time and money in the future. The Weekly Checks listed below do...
Check points under the hood
Petrol engine 1.8 l: A. Engine oil dipstick B. Oil filler cap C. Coolant expansion tank D. Brake fluid reservoir E. Washer fluid reservoir F. Battery G. Power...
Petrol engine 1.8 l: A. Engine oil dipstick B. Oil filler cap C. Coolant expansion tank D. Brake fluid reservoir E. Washer fluid reservoir F. Battery G. Power...
Engine oil level
Before you start Make sure the car is on a level surface. Check the oil level before driving, but not earlier than 5 minutes after stopping the engine. If the...
Before you start Make sure the car is on a level surface. Check the oil level before driving, but not earlier than 5 minutes after stopping the engine. If the...
Coolant level
Warning! Do not open the expansion tank cap on a hot engine - you risk scalding. Do not leave containers with coolant - it is poisonous. 1. The coolant level...
Warning! Do not open the expansion tank cap on a hot engine - you risk scalding. Do not leave containers with coolant - it is poisonous. 1. The coolant level...
Brake and clutch fluid level
Caution: Handle brake fluid with care - it is harmful to eyes and painted surfaces. Do not use fluid that has been in an open container for a long time, as it...
Caution: Handle brake fluid with care - it is harmful to eyes and painted surfaces. Do not use fluid that has been in an open container for a long time, as it...
Power steering fluid reservoir level
Before you start: Place the vehicle horizontally. With the engine running at idle speed, fully shift the steering two or three times, set the front wheels to...
Before you start: Place the vehicle horizontally. With the engine running at idle speed, fully shift the steering two or three times, set the front wheels to...
Battery capacity — check
Precautions: Before working with the battery, read the precautions in the section again " Safety first " at the beginning of this guide. Make sure the battery...
Precautions: Before working with the battery, read the precautions in the section again " Safety first " at the beginning of this guide. Make sure the battery...
Light bulbs and fuses
Check all external lights and the horn. If any circuit does not work, refer to the relevant paragraph for clarification chapters 12 . Inspect all connectors,...
Check all external lights and the horn. If any circuit does not work, refer to the relevant paragraph for clarification chapters 12 . Inspect all connectors,...
Tire condition and pressure
It is very important that the tyres are in good condition and under optimum pressure - tyre damage at any speed is extremely dangerous. Tyre wear can be...
It is very important that the tyres are in good condition and under optimum pressure - tyre damage at any speed is extremely dangerous. Tyre wear can be...
Types of tire wear
Wear on the side of the treadmill Low girls singing in tires (wear on both sides). Low pressure causes the tire to overheat because the tire is greatly...
Wear on the side of the treadmill Low girls singing in tires (wear on both sides). Low pressure causes the tire to overheat because the tire is greatly...
Washer fluid level
Additives to the washer fluid are intended not only to keep the windshield clean in bad weather, but also to prevent the washer system from freezing in the...
Additives to the washer fluid are intended not only to keep the windshield clean in bad weather, but also to prevent the washer system from freezing in the...
Windscreen wiper blades
1. Check the condition of the brush rubbers; if they are cracked or worn, or do not wipe the glass well, replace them. Wipers should be replaced annually. 2....
1. Check the condition of the brush rubbers; if they are cracked or worn, or do not wipe the glass well, replace them. Wipers should be replaced annually. 2....
Lubricants and working fluids
Gasoline engine All-season motor oil according to specification VW 500 00 or VW 501 01 with viscosity SAE 10W-30 to 15W-50 (Duckhams Duckhams OXP Premium...
Gasoline engine All-season motor oil according to specification VW 500 00 or VW 501 01 with viscosity SAE 10W-30 to 15W-50 (Duckhams Duckhams OXP Premium...
Selecting motor oil
An engine requires oil not only to minimize wear and lubricate moving parts, but also to increase maximum power output and improve fuel economy. How does motor...
An engine requires oil not only to minimize wear and lubricate moving parts, but also to increase maximum power output and improve fuel economy. How does motor...
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