Name: Audi A8 2010
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Maintenance

Audi A8 2010 ➤

Edition 11.2014

Service

Service Department. Technical Information

Table of Contents3
General Information5
Change History5
Overview of Engines5
Engine Number8
Vehicle Identification Number11
Vehicle Data Sticker11
Warnings for High-Voltage Vehicles12
Preparations17
Vehicle: Raising17
Engine Cover Panel: Removing and Installing19
Noise Insulation: Removing and Installing22
Window Regulators: Activating Automatic Open/Close Function24
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester: Connecting24
Maintenance27
Diesel Particulate Filter: Reading out Ash Deposit Volume29
Event Memory: Reading out and Erasing30
Service Interval Display: Resetting Service30
Transport Mode: Deactivating31
Shipping Mode: Deactivating32
Battery: Reading out Status and Sending Diagnostic Log32
Battery: Checking that Battery and Battery Cables Are Securely Fitted34
Battery: Checking Electrolyte Level36
Battery: Connecting to a Stationary Battery Charging Unit for Sustained Charging38
Brake Fluid: Changing40
Brake Fluid: Checking Fluid Level45
Brake System: Checking Condition of Brake Hoses, and Checking that Caps Are Fitted on Bleeder Screws46
Brake Pads: Checking Thickness46
Tyres: Checking Condition and Wear Pattern, and Checking and Recording Tread Depth47
Tyres: Checking Tyre Pressures and Adjusting if Necessary49
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: Storing Changed Tyre Pressures50
Tyre Repair Kit: Checking that Set Is Complete, and Checking and Recording Expiry Date50
Tool Kit: Checking that All Components Necessary in the Event of a Breakdown Are Present51
Wheel Bolts: Tightening to Specified Torque51
Components of Front and Rear Axles: Checking Play, Secure Attachment and Protective Boots51
Engine, Gearbox, Final Drive and Steering: Checking for Leaks and Damage55
Underbody: Checking Trim, Wheel Housing Liners, Side Members and Pipes/Wiring for Damage55
And Checking that They Are Properly Secured55
Roof Insert: Checking Operation56
Roof Insert - Sliding/Tilting Sunroof: Cleaning and Lubricating56
Roof Insert - Panorama Sunroof: Cleaning and Lubricating59
Bonnet Arrester Hook: Lubricating62
Windscreen Washer System: Checking Spray Pattern and Adjusting if Necessary63
Wiper Blades: Checking for Damage64
Headlight Washer System: Checking Operation64
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Headlights: Checking for Correct Adjustment65
Lights: Checking Operation66
Luggage Compartment Lighting: Checking Operation67
Glove Box Light, Interior Lighting and Reading Light: Checking Operation67
Horn: Checking Operation68
Front Passenger's Airbag: Checking Key Switch on / off and Setting to "On68
Seat Belts: Checking that Retaining Rivets Are Fitted, and Checking Locking Action of Automatic69
Belt Retractor69
Instrument Cluster: Checking Warning Lamps69
Warning Triangle: Checking Availability70
First-Aid Kit: Checking and Recording Expiry Date70
Vehicle Keys: Checking Operation and Recording Number of Keys Given to Customer70
Engine Oil: Draining71
Engine Oil: Extracting73
Engine Oil: Renewing Oil Filter74
Engine Oil: Filling up82
Engine Oil: Checking Oil Level and Correcting if Necessary83
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries: Checking85
Spark Plugs: Renewing89
Hydraulic System: Checking Fluid Level103
Cooling System: Checking Anti-Freeze Protection and Coolant Level, and Correcting if104
Necessary104
Air Cleaner: Renewing Filter Element and Cleaning Housing107
Plenum Chamber and Water Drains: Checking for Dirt127
Dust and Pollen Filter: Renewing128
Fuel Filter: Renewing129
Fuel Tank: Adding Fuel Additive130
Reducing Agent (Adblue®): Filling up Tank Completely131
Body: Checking Vehicle Paintwork for Damage and Corrosion from below and with Bonnet, Rear Lid and Doors Open139
Road Test139
Stock Vehicles: Observing Measures Specified in Maintenance Table for Stock Vehicles (See "Before Handing Vehicle over to Customer")140
Display Instruments: Setting Language, Time and Date141
Automatic Gearbox (Tiptronic): Changing ATF Fluid141
Interior Mirror: Calibrating Compass141
Wireless Headphones: Connecting to MMI141
Poly V-Belt for Supercharger with Charge Air Coolers: Renewing141
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries: Renewing142
Poly V-Belts for Ancillaries and All Pulleys: Renewing142
Instrument Cluster: Resetting Driver Information System142

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