Gasoline car maintenance Audi A6 C4
View of the engine compartment and filling volumes
Engine compartment of models with a 1.8-liter 20-valve petrol engine 1. Oil filler cap 2. Air filter 3. Fuel filter 4. Upper mount of the front suspension...
Engine compartment of models with a 1.8-liter 20-valve petrol engine 1. Oil filler cap 2. Air filter 3. Fuel filter 4. Upper mount of the front suspension...
Regular maintenance
Every 15,000 km on A6 models, the OEL message should light up on the service screen. Every 30,000 km I run On A6 models, the inscription IN1 should light up on...
Every 15,000 km on A6 models, the OEL message should light up on the service screen. Every 30,000 km I run On A6 models, the inscription IN1 should light up on...
Changing engine oil and filter
Every 15,000 km. Regular oil and oil filter changes are one of the most important operations for extending the life of your vehicle. Execution order 1. Warm up...
Every 15,000 km. Regular oil and oil filter changes are one of the most important operations for extending the life of your vehicle. Execution order 1. Warm up...
Checking the front brake linings
Every 15,000 km. Execution order 1. Place the vehicle on stands and remove the front wheels. 2. The thickness of the brake pads can be checked through the hole...
Every 15,000 km. Execution order 1. Place the vehicle on stands and remove the front wheels. 2. The thickness of the brake pads can be checked through the hole...
Checking the drain channels in front of the windshield
Every 15,000 km. Execution order 1. Open the hood and remove the water drain panel from the rear wall of the engine compartment. 2. Remove leaves and dirt from...
Every 15,000 km. Execution order 1. Open the hood and remove the water drain panel from the rear wall of the engine compartment. 2. Remove leaves and dirt from...
Resetting the maintenance sensor
Every 15,000 km. To reset the sensor readings, you need to purchase a special device that connects to the diagnostic connector in the engine compartment.
Every 15,000 km. To reset the sensor readings, you need to purchase a special device that connects to the diagnostic connector in the engine compartment.
Checking windshield washers
Every 12 months. Check that the sprinklers are not clogged and are aiming the water stream just above the center of the glass. Adjust them if necessary.
Every 12 months. Check that the sprinklers are not clogged and are aiming the water stream just above the center of the glass. Adjust them if necessary.
Checking the headlight adjustment
Every 12 months. For precise adjustment of headlights, it is recommended to contact specialists. For rough adjustment of the headlights, you can use the...
Every 12 months. For precise adjustment of headlights, it is recommended to contact specialists. For rough adjustment of the headlights, you can use the...
Lubrication of hinges and locks
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Lubricate all door and hood hinges and lock mechanisms with oil. Check the operation of the locks and adjust them if...
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Lubricate all door and hood hinges and lock mechanisms with oil. Check the operation of the locks and adjust them if...
Checking the electrolyte level in the battery
Every 12 months. Check that the electrolyte level is approximately 2-3 mm above the inner plates and top up with distilled water if necessary.
Every 12 months. Check that the electrolyte level is approximately 2-3 mm above the inner plates and top up with distilled water if necessary.
Checking the ECU memory module
Every 12 months. To check for the presence of a fault code in the control unit memory, you must contact a specialist.
Every 12 months. To check for the presence of a fault code in the control unit memory, you must contact a specialist.
Checking for leaks
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Inspect the area around the valve cover, cylinder head, oil filter and oil pan for leaks. Replace the appropriate gaskets...
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Inspect the area around the valve cover, cylinder head, oil filter and oil pan for leaks. Replace the appropriate gaskets...
Checking the antifreeze content
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. When the engine is cold, remove the brake fluid expansion tank cap. 2. Using a special sensor, check the antifreeze...
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. When the engine is cold, remove the brake fluid expansion tank cap. 2. Using a special sensor, check the antifreeze...
Replacing spark plugs (leaded petrol models)
Every 12 months. Proper spark plug operation is essential for efficient engine operation. Execution order 1. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the casing...
Every 12 months. Proper spark plug operation is essential for efficient engine operation. Execution order 1. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the casing...
Checking and replacing V-belts
Every 12 months. ADR Engine Drive Belts 1. Automatic tensioner 2. Generator 3. Pulley 4. Water pump 5. Power steering system pump 6. V-belt 7. Main drive belt...
Every 12 months. ADR Engine Drive Belts 1. Automatic tensioner 2. Generator 3. Pulley 4. Water pump 5. Power steering system pump 6. V-belt 7. Main drive belt...
Checking the brake system
Every 12 months. Inspect all hoses and tubes for leaks or damage and replace if necessary. For a rough check of the condition of the brake pads or linings, you...
Every 12 months. Inspect all hoses and tubes for leaks or damage and replace if necessary. For a rough check of the condition of the brake pads or linings, you...
Checking the exhaust system
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Inspect the exhaust pipes along their entire length for damaged or missing fasteners, check the mounting clamps and pipes...
Every 12 months. Execution order 1. Inspect the exhaust pipes along their entire length for damaged or missing fasteners, check the mounting clamps and pipes...
Checking steering components, suspension and axle shafts
Every 12 months. Front suspension and steering 1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it on jack stands. 2. Inspect the dust boots and covers for cracks...
Every 12 months. Front suspension and steering 1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it on jack stands. 2. Inspect the dust boots and covers for cracks...
Checking and lubricating the upper hatch mechanism
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Open the top hatch slightly. 2. Clean the guides and lubricate the hatch opening mechanism with silicone grease.
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Open the top hatch slightly. 2. Clean the guides and lubricate the hatch opening mechanism with silicone grease.
Replacing spark plugs (models before 1993, unleaded gasoline)
Every 30,000 km. Proper spark plug operation is essential for efficient engine operation. Execution order 1. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the casing...
Every 30,000 km. Proper spark plug operation is essential for efficient engine operation. Execution order 1. Loosen the mounting screws and remove the casing...
Checking and replacing the multi-lane drive belt
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the covers and inspect the drive belt for cracks, fraying, tears and separation of layers. 2. To remove the belt,...
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the covers and inspect the drive belt for cracks, fraying, tears and separation of layers. 2. To remove the belt,...
Replacing the fuel filter
Every 30,000 km. Execution order Disconnect the fuel pipes, unscrew the mounting nuts and replace the filter.
Every 30,000 km. Execution order Disconnect the fuel pipes, unscrew the mounting nuts and replace the filter.
Replacing the paper filter
Every 30,000 km. Audi 100 Models 1. Remove the water drain panel. 2. Loosen the mounting nuts (A) and replace the filter. 3. Replace the filter. Audi A6 models...
Every 30,000 km. Audi 100 Models 1. Remove the water drain panel. 2. Loosen the mounting nuts (A) and replace the filter. 3. Replace the filter. Audi A6 models...
Checking the automatic transmission fluid level
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Drive the car to warm up the gearbox and park the car on a level surface. 2. Check the fluid level using the dipstick. 3....
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Drive the car to warm up the gearbox and park the car on a level surface. 2. Check the fluid level using the dipstick. 3....
Checking the final drive fluid level (automatic transmission models)
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Unscrew the filler plug (arrow) and check that the liquid is level with the lower edge of the hole. 2. Add liquid if...
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Unscrew the filler plug (arrow) and check that the liquid is level with the lower edge of the hole. 2. Add liquid if...
Checking the manual transmission oil level
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the filler plug (arrow) and check that the oil is level with the lower edge of the hole on late models with the 01E...
Every 30,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the filler plug (arrow) and check that the oil is level with the lower edge of the hole on late models with the 01E...
Replacing the air filter
Every 60,000 km. Execution order Remove the air filter cover and replace the filter.
Every 60,000 km. Execution order Remove the air filter cover and replace the filter.
Replacing Spark Plugs (1994 and later models)
Every 60,000 km. Execution order 1. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs. 2. Remove the spark plugs. 3. Measure the spark plug gap using a feeler gauge or...
Every 60,000 km. Execution order 1. Disconnect the wires from the spark plugs. 2. Remove the spark plugs. 3. Measure the spark plug gap using a feeler gauge or...
Replacing the drive belt (4-cylinder engines)
Every 60,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the covers and inspect the drive belt for cracks, fraying, tears and separation of layers. 2. To remove the belt,...
Every 60,000 km. Execution order 1. Remove the covers and inspect the drive belt for cracks, fraying, tears and separation of layers. 2. To remove the belt,...
Automatic transmission fluid replacement
Every 60,000 km. Gearbox 097 1. Place a container under the automatic transmission to collect the fluid, then loosen the filler tube retaining nut, disconnect...
Every 60,000 km. Gearbox 097 1. Place a container under the automatic transmission to collect the fluid, then loosen the filler tube retaining nut, disconnect...
Replacing brake fluid
Every 2 years. Replacing the brake fluid is done in the same way as bleeding the brake system. Bleed until only new brake fluid flows out of the exhaust...
Every 2 years. Replacing the brake fluid is done in the same way as bleeding the brake system. Bleed until only new brake fluid flows out of the exhaust...
Replacing the coolant
Draining the coolant 1. Remove the expansion tank cap. 2. Unscrew the drain plug on the radiator and drain the coolant. 3. Disconnect the water hoses from the...
Draining the coolant 1. Remove the expansion tank cap. 2. Unscrew the drain plug on the radiator and drain the coolant. 3. Disconnect the water hoses from the...
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