Audi A8 2003 - Maintenance Manual

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Maintenance

Audi A8 2003 ➤

Edition 06.2014

Service

Service Department. Technical Information

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Table of Contents3
General Information5
Change History5
Overview of Engines5
Engine Number6
Vehicle Identification Number9
Vehicle Data Sticker9
Preparations11
Vehicle: Raising11
Engine Cover Panel: Removing and Installing13
Noise Insulation: Removing and Installing17
Window Regulators: Activating Automatic Open/Close Function18
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester: Connecting18
Maintenance21
Diesel Particulate Filter: Reading out Ash Deposit Volume23
Event Memory: Reading out and Erasing24
Navigation System (MMI High): Releasing Eject Button24
Navigation System (MMI Basic): Releasing Eject Button and Running CD for Languages24
Service Interval Display: Resetting Service25
Transport Mode: Deactivating25
Shipping Mode: Deactivating26
Battery: Reading out Status and Sending Diagnostic Log26
Battery: Checking that Battery and Battery Cables Are Securely Fitted27
Battery: Checking Electrolyte Level28
Brake Fluid: Changing29
Brake Fluid: Checking Fluid Level34
Brake System: Checking Condition of Brake Hoses, and Checking that Caps Are Fitted on Bleeder Screws35
Brake Pads: Checking Thickness35
Tyres: Checking Condition and Wear Pattern, and Checking and Recording Tread Depth37
Tyres: Checking Tyre Pressures and Adjusting if Necessary38
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: Storing Changed Tyre Pressures39
Tyre Repair Kit: Checking that Set Is Complete, and Checking and Recording Expiry Date40
Wheel Bolts: Tightening to Specified Torque40
Components of Front and Rear Axles: Checking Play, Secure Attachment and Protective Boots41
Engine, Gearbox, Final Drive and Steering: Checking for Leaks and Damage45
Underbody: Checking Trim, Wheel Housing Liners, Side Members and Pipes/Wiring for Damage45
And Checking that They Are Properly Secured45
Roof Insert: Checking Operation45
Roof Insert - Sliding/Tilting Sunroof: Cleaning and Lubricating46
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Rear Lid Hinges: Lubricating48
Bonnet Arrester Hook: Lubricating48
Door Hinges with Arresters and Locking Cylinders: Lubricating49
Windscreen Washer System: Checking Spray Pattern and Adjusting if Necessary50
Wiper Blades: Checking for Damage51
Headlight Washer System: Checking Operation51
Headlights: Checking for Correct Adjustment52
Headlights and Reversing Lights, Side Lights, Number Plate Lights, Turn Signals, Hazard Warning53
Lights: Checking Operation53
Luggage Compartment Lighting: Checking Operation54
Glove Box Light, Interior Lighting and Reading Light: Checking Operation54
Horn: Checking Operation54
Front Passenger's Airbag: Checking Key Switch on / off and Setting to "On55
Vehicle Keys: Checking Operation and Recording Number of Keys Given to Customer55
Turbocharger: Greasing Rod Linkage56
Engine Oil: Draining58
Engine Oil: Extracting65
Engine Oil: Renewing Oil Filter66
Engine Oil: Filling up74
Engine Oil: Checking Oil Level and Correcting if Necessary74
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries: Checking76
Spark Plugs: Renewing80
Hydraulic System: Checking Fluid Level89
Cooling System: Checking Anti-Freeze Protection and Coolant Level, and Correcting if Necessary91
Air Cleaner: Renewing Filter Element and Cleaning Housing94
Plenum Chamber and Water Drains: Checking for Dirt105
Snow Screen: Cleaning106
Dust and Pollen Filter: Renewing107
Fuel Filter: Renewing107
Fuel Tank: Adding Fuel Additive109
Body: Checking Vehicle Paint for Damage and Corrosion with Bonnet, Rear Lid and Doors110
Open110
Road Test110
Display Instruments: Setting Language, Time and Date110
Automatic Gearbox (Multitronic): Changing ATF Fluid111
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries: Renewing111
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries and All Pulleys: Renewing111
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries and Pulleys for Coolant Pump and Power Steering Pump111
Renewing111
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries and Idler Rollers: Renewing111
Instrument Cluster: Resetting Driver Information System111
Toothed Belt for Camshaft Drive: Renewing112
Toothed Belt for Camshaft Drive and Tensioning Roller: Renewing112

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