Maintenance (Edition 10.2019)

Service
Maintenance
Audi A4 2015 ➤
Edition 10.2019
Service Department. Technical Information

Service
Maintenance
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1. General information
2. Preparations
3. Maintenance
4. Exhaust emissions test
Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their
careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness and
safety. In addition, the normal basic safety precautions for working on motor vehicles must, as a
matter of course, be observed.
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Copyright © 2019 Audi AG, Ingolstadt D4B806E4CA8

Audi A4 2015 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 10.2019
Contents
1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 --- Change history --- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Vehicle identification number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Vehicle data sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 Vehicle: raising . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Engine cover panel: removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.3 Noise insulation: removing and installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.4 Window regulators: activating automatic open/close function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.5 Vehicle diagnostic tester: connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.1 Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash deposit volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.2 ERA-GLONASS: checking emergency call function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.3 Emergency call function: checking status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.4 Event memory: reading out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.5 Service interval display: resetting service event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.6 Diagnostic work: performing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.7 Transport mode: deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.8 Flight mode: deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.9 Transport mode: checking activation and activating if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.10 Battery: reading out status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.11 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester and sending diagnostic log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.12 Battery: checking electrolyte level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.13 Battery: connecting stationary battery charging unit (min. 30A, charging voltage max. 14.8 V
on IV characteristic curve) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.14 Battery: determining and recording state of charge (SOC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.15 Mirror hanger indicating defective battery: renewing battery on affected vehicles . . . . . . . . 28
3.16 Data sheet for Radio Equipment Directive: printing and placing in glove compartment . . . . 28
3.17 Connectivity box: checking emergency battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3.18 Connected gateway: renewing emergency battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.19 Brake fluid: changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.20 Brake fluid (vehicles older than 12 months): changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.21 Brake fluid: checking fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.22 Brake system: checking condition of brake hoses, and checking that caps are fitted on bleeder
screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3.23 Brake pads: checking thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3.24 Brake discs: checking for surface rust and operating brakes to clean if necessary . . . . . . 36
3.25 Parking brake: releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.26 Tyres: checking condition and wear pattern, and checking and recording tread depth . . . . 37
3.27 Tyres: checking tyre pressures and adjusting if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.28 Tyres (except spare wheel): checking tyre pressures and adjusting to 3.5 bar if necessary
........................................................................ 40
3.29 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: storing changed tyre pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.30 Tyre repair kit: checking that set is complete, and checking and recording expiry date . . 40
3.31 Wheel bolts: tightening to specified torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.32 Suspension struts on front and rear axle: removing locking elements and correctly fitting
bump stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.33 Axles (front and rear): checking components for play, secure attachment and damage, and
checking protective boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.34 Engine, gearbox, final drive and steering: checking for leaks and damage . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
3.35 Vehicle (from below): checking for damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.36 Underbody: checking trim, wheel housing liners, side members and pipes/wiring for damage,
and checking that they are properly secured . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.37 Roof insert: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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3.38 Roof insert - sliding/tilting sunroof: cleaning and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

3.39 Roof insert - panorama sunroof: checking, cleaning and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.40 Water drains - sliding panoramic sunroof: checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
3.41 Door hinges with separate door arrester: cleaning and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
3.42 Windscreen/rear window washer system: checking spray pattern and adjusting if
necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
3.43 Wiper blades: checking for damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3.44 Headlight washer system: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
3.45 Headlights: checking for correct adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
3.46 Headlights and reversing lights, side lights, number plate lights, turn signals, hazard warning
lights: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
3.47 Luggage compartment lighting: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
3.48 Luggage compartment: removing protective film and felt pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3.49 Glove box light, interior lighting and reading light: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3.50 Horn: checking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3.51 Passenger airbag: checking key switch on/off and setting to "on" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3.52 Owner's literature: checking that all documents are present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3.53 Service wallet: affixing vehicle data sticker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3.54 Service Schedule: entering Delivery Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
3.55 Seat belts: checking that retaining rivets are fitted, and checking locking action of automatic
belt retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3.56 Vehicle interior: removing protective covers for seats and carpet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3.57 Vehicle interior: checking that it is clean and cleaning if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3.58 Vehicle interior: removing any objects other than those protecting interior surfaces . . . . . . 65
3.59 Vehicle interior and exterior: checking for and documenting any damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3.60 Instrument cluster: checking warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3.61 Warning triangle: checking availability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3.62 First-aid kit: checking and recording expiry date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3.63 Vehicle keys: checking operation and recording number of keys given to customer . . . . . . 66
3.64 Vehicle key: removing from ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
3.65 Vehicle key(s), wheel covers and owner's literature: checking availability and recording
number present . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
3.66 Static event memory: working through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
3.67 Sun visors: checking that they are folded up and folding up if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3.68 Luggage compartment cover and sun blind: checking that they are rolled up and rolling up if
necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3.69 Engine oil: draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3.70 Engine oil: extracting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
3.71 Engine oil: renewing oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
3.72 Engine oil: filling up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
3.73 Engine oil: checking oil level and correcting if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
3.74 Spark plugs: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
3.75 Coolant level: checking (coolant level must reach at least top marking on coolant expansion
tank) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
3.76 Air cleaner: renewing filter element and cleaning housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
3.77 Dust and pollen filter: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
3.78 Water separator (fuel filter): draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
3.79 Fuel filter: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
3.80 Water separator filter: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
3.81 Fuel tank: adding fuel additive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
3.82 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): filling up tank completely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
3.83 Natural gas system: checking for damage and leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
3.84 Service display for checking natural gas system: resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
3.85 Filler connection for natural gas: checking condition and cleaning if necessary . . . . . . . . 119
3.86 Vehicle doors: removing edge protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
3.87 Vehicle exterior: checking unprotected areas for dirt, and cleaning if necessary . . . . . . . . 119
3.88 Vehicle exterior: removing protective film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
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3.89 Vehicle cover: checking position and correcting if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

3.90 Vehicle cover: removing according to manufacturer's instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
3.91 Paintwork, trims, side windows and wiper blades: checking cleanliness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
3.92 Body: checking vehicle paintwork for damage and corrosion from below and with bonnet, rear
lid and doors open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
3.93 Vehicles parked outdoors: locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
3.94 Road test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
3.95 Stock vehicles: observing measures specified in Maintenance table for stock vehicles (see
“Before handing vehicle over to customer”) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
3.96 Accessories: installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
3.97 Checklist "Documentation of cleaning and care routine": checking that list is present . . . . 121
3.98 “Stock vehicle maintenance” checklist: signing and placing in vehicle wallet . . . . . . . . . . 121
3.99 Cleaning and care: checking that required measures have been carried out on time . . . . 122
3.100 Stock vehicle care management: deciding and recording date of next check . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.101 Display instruments: setting time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.102 Manual gearbox/automatic gearbox: selecting 1st gear/park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.103 Dual clutch gearbox (S tronic): changing ATF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.104 Interior mirror: calibrating compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.105 Instrument cluster: resetting driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.106 Poly V-belt for ancillaries: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
3.107 Toothed belt for coolant pump drive: checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
3.108 Toothed belt for camshaft drive: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
3.109 Toothed belt for camshaft drive and tensioning roller: renewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
4 Exhaust emissions test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
4.1 Petrol engines: performing exhaust emissions test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
4.2 Diesel engines: performing exhaust emissions test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
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1 General information
(AIGG001025; Edition 10.2019)
Change history ⇒ page 1
Engine number ⇒ page 1
Vehicle identification number ⇒ page 3
Vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 3
1.1 --- Change history ---

N Date Chapter Changes made
o.
1 06.07.20 Emergency call function: checking status LED ⇒ page 18 New chapter
0 19
9 15.08.20 Service display for checking natural gas system: resetting New chapter
18 ⇒ page 118
8 05.07.20 Natural gas system: checking for damage and leaks New chapter
18 ⇒ page 109
Note
For greater clarity, only the last three updates to the document
are listed.
1.2 Engine number
Note
The engine number consists of the engine code letters (3 or 4

characters) and the serial number.
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4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI ⇒ page 2

4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 TDI ⇒ page 3
1.2.1 4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI

The engine number is stamped on the left side at the joint between
the engine and the gearbox -arrow-.
The engine number is also given on the sticker on the toothed belt
cover (top).
In addition, the engine code letters are listed on the vehicle data
sticker ⇒ page 3 .

The engine number is also given on the sticker on the timing chain
cover (top).

Engine number
♦ Pull off engine cover panel and heat shield to make engine
number visible.
♦ The engine number is located at the top rear of the cylinder
block.
1- Serial number
2- Engine code
♦ There is also a sticker on the timing chain cover (top) showing
the engine code and the serial number.
♦ In addition, the engine code is listed on the vehicle data stick‐
ers.

The engine number is located at the top rear of the cylinder block.
The engine number is also given on the sticker on the timing chain
cover (top).
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1.2.5 4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 TDI

The engine number is also given on the sticker on the toothed belt
cover (top).

The engine number is stamped on the left side under the toothed
belt for the high-pressure pump -arrow-.
The engine number is also printed on the sticker on the intake
manifold.
1.3 Vehicle identification number

Depending on the equipment and country-specific version, the
vehicle identification number is located:
♦ At the bottom left edge of the windscreen
♦ On the vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 3
♦ Optional: In the MMI under »Servicing & checks«
The vehicle identification number consists of the following:

WAU ZZZ 8W Z B A/N 000 234
Manufacturer Filler charac‐ Type Filler charac‐ Model year Production lo‐ Serial number
code ters ters cation
1.4 Vehicle data sticker

The vehicle data sticker is located:
♦ In the Service Schedule or service wallet
♦ In the area of the spare wheel well under the floor covering
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The vehicle data sticker contains the following vehicle data:

1 - Vehicle identification number
2 - Vehicle model, manufacturer's code, engine type and power
output, production month and year
3 - Engine and gearbox code letters (not specified on some export
models)
4 - Paint number, interior equipment number
5 - Numbers for optional extras
6 - Fuel consumption: urban, extra urban, combined, CO2 (not
specified on some export models)
4 1. General information
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2 Preparations
Vehicle: raising ⇒ page 5
Engine cover panel: removing and installing ⇒ page 7
Noise insulation: removing and installing ⇒ page 9
Window regulators: activating automatic open/close function
⇒ page 10
Vehicle diagnostic tester: connecting ⇒ page 11
2.1 Vehicle: raising

WARNING
Risk of damage to vehicle due to incorrect use of lifting platform.
♦ Do not exceed the permissible lifting capacity of the lifting
platform.
♦ The vehicle should be lifted only at the points shown in the
illustration.
♦ Position support plates so that they are aligned centrally be‐
low the lifting points.
♦ Ensure sufficient clearance between low-mounted vehicle
components and the lifting platform.
Procedure:
– Front: Position support plates of lifting platform under lifting
point on side member -arrow-.
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– Rear: Position support plates of lifting platform under lifting

point on side member -arrow-.
Note
♦ The location of the lifting points is indicated by markings stam‐

ped on the side member trim.
♦ Extend all support plates -2- far enough so that the lifting arm
of the lifting platform does not touch the vehicle trim.
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2.2 Engine cover panel: removing and in‐

stalling

Procedure for removing:
– Carefully pull engine cover panel off retaining pins one after
another -arrows-.
Procedure for installing:
– Position engine cover panel on retaining pins and then use
your hands to press it onto retaining pins, one after the other.

another -arrows-.

Removing engine cover panel (version 1)
another -arrows-. Do not jerk engine cover panel away, and
do not try to pull on one side only.
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Removing engine cover panel (version 2)

another -arrows-. Do not jerk engine cover panel away, and
do not try to pull on one side only.
Removing heat shield

– Remove ball studs and bolts -arrows- and detach heat shield
-1-.
Installing
WARNING
Danger of fire and damage if the heat shield/engine cover panel
is not fitted.
♦ The heat shield and the engine cover panel must always be
fitted before the bonnet is closed.
♦ If the heat shield and engine cover panel are not fitted, it is
not permissible to start the vehicle with the bonnet closed or
drive the vehicle.
– To avoid damage, do not strike the engine cover panel with

your fist or with any kind of tool.
– Position engine cover panel, paying attention to oil filler neck
and dipstick.
– Press engine cover panel into rubber grommets first on left
side, then on right side.

Procedure:
Remove and install engine cover panel according to Workshop
Manual ⇒ Rep. gr. 10 ; Engine cover panel; Removing and in‐
stalling engine cover panel .
Note
Remove the engine cover panel according to the instructions in

the Workshop Manual.
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another -arrows-.

another -arrows-.
2.3 Noise insulation: removing and installing

Noise insulation (front) ⇒ page 9
Noise insulation (rear) ⇒ page 10
2.3.1 Noise insulation (front)

Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque wrench - V.A.G 1410- , measuring range 4 to 20 Nm
♦ Or: torque wrench - VAS 6854- , measuring range 5 to 13 Nm
♦ Or: torque wrench - V.A.G 1331- , measuring range 6 to 50
Nm
Table of tightening torques for installation:
Component/fastener [Nm]
Bolt -1- 12
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– Remove bolts -1-.
– Unscrew quick-release fasteners -2-, -4- and -5- from noise
insulation (front).
– Pull noise insulation -3- towards rear out of bottom section of
bumper cover and detach.
Install in reverse sequence. Note tightening torques (see table of
tightening torques for installation ⇒ page 9 ).
Note
♦ Ensure that you feel the quick-release fasteners engage when

installing.
♦ On vehicles with supplementary heater, opening of exhaust
pipe must be routed vertically through grommet in noise insu‐
lation.
2.3.2 Noise insulation (rear)

– Release fasteners -arrows-.
– Release quick-release fasteners -2- and -3-.
– Pull noise insulation panel -4- out towards rear.
Install in reverse sequence.
Note
Ensure that you feel the quick-release fasteners engage when

installing.
2.4 Window regulators: activating automatic

open/close function
If the vehicle battery was disconnected, the automatic open/close
function for the electric windows must be reactivated.
Procedure:
– Pull up on window regulator switch until windows are com‐
pletely closed.
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– Release switch and pull on it again for at least one second.

– Repeat procedure with all window regulators.
2.5 Vehicle diagnostic tester: connecting

♦ Diagnosis system - VAS 6160 A-
♦ Remote diagnosis head - VAS 5054A-

♦ Or: diagnosis interface - VAS 5055-
Procedure:
– Plug connector for remote diagnosis head - VAS 5054A- into
diagnostic connection in vehicle.
– Switch on diagnostic system - VAS 6160 A- .
– Switch on ignition.
– Follow the menu on the screen to start the desired functions.
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3 Maintenance
Display instruments: setting time and date ⇒ page 122
Battery: determining and recording state of charge (SOC)
⇒ page 26
Battery: checking electrolyte level ⇒ page 23
Battery: connecting stationary battery charging unit (min. 30A,
charging voltage max. 14.8 V on IV characteristic curve)
⇒ page 25
Battery: reading out status ⇒ page 22
Axles (front and rear): checking components for play, secure at‐
tachment and damage, and checking protective boots
⇒ page 44
Passenger airbag: checking key switch on/off and setting to "on"
⇒ page 64
Tyres: checking tyre pressures and adjusting if necessary
⇒ page 38
Tyres: checking condition and wear pattern, and checking and
recording tread depth ⇒ page 37
Tyres (except spare wheel): checking tyre pressures and adjust‐
ing to 3.5 bar if necessary ⇒ page 40
Service wallet: affixing vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 64
Owner's literature: checking that all documents are present
⇒ page 64
Brake system: checking condition of brake hoses, and checking
that caps are fitted on bleeder screws ⇒ page 34
Brake pads: checking thickness ⇒ page 35
Brake fluid (vehicles older than 12 months): changing
⇒ page 34
Brake fluid: checking fluid level ⇒ page 34
Brake fluid: changing ⇒ page 29
Brake discs: checking for surface rust and operating brakes to
clean if necessary ⇒ page 36
Checklist "Documentation of cleaning and care routine": checking
that list is present ⇒ page 121
“Stock vehicle maintenance” checklist: signing and placing in ve‐
hicle wallet ⇒ page 121
Connected gateway: renewing emergency battery, telematics
⇒ page 29
Connectivity box: checking emergency battery ⇒ page 28
Roof insert - panorama sunroof: checking, cleaning and lubricat‐
ing ⇒ page 52
Roof insert - sliding/tilting sunroof: cleaning and lubricating
⇒ page 50
Roof insert: checking operation ⇒ page 49
Diagnostic work: performing ⇒ page 19
Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash deposit volume
⇒ page 16
Dual clutch gearbox (S tronic): changing ATF ⇒ page 122
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ERA-GLONASS: checking emergency call function ⇒ page 17

Natural gas system: checking for damage and leaks
⇒ page 109
Filler connection for natural gas: checking condition and cleaning
if necessary ⇒ page 119
Event memory: reading out ⇒ page 18
Headlights and reversing lights, side lights, number plate lights,
turn signals, hazard warning lights: checking operation
⇒ page 61
Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester and sending diagnostic log
⇒ page 22
Vehicle key(s), wheel covers and owner's literature: checking
availability and recording number present ⇒ page 67
Vehicle key: removing from ignition lock ⇒ page 67
Vehicle key(s): checking operation and recording number of keys
given to customer ⇒ page 66
Mirror hanger indicating defective battery: renewing battery on
affected vehicles ⇒ page 28
Vehicle doors: removing edge protection ⇒ page 119
Vehicle exterior: checking unprotected areas for dirt, and cleaning
if necessary ⇒ page 119
Vehicle exterior: removing protective film ⇒ page 119
Vehicle interior and exterior: checking for and documenting any
damage ⇒ page 66
Vehicle interior: checking that it is clean and cleaning if necessary
⇒ page 65
Vehicle interior: removing any objects other than those protecting
interior surfaces ⇒ page 65
Vehicle interior: removing protective covers for seats and carpet
⇒ page 65
Vehicle (from below): checking for damage ⇒ page 49
Vehicle cover: checking position and correcting if necessary
⇒ page 119
Vehicle cover: removing according to manufacturer's instructions
⇒ page 119
Cleaning and care: checking that required measures have been
carried out on time ⇒ page 122
Suspension struts on front and rear axle: removing locking ele‐
ments and correctly fitting bump stops ⇒ page 42
Filter (water separator): renewing ⇒ page 102
Flight mode: deactivating ⇒ page 20
Luggage compartment cover and sun blind: checking that they
are rolled up and rolling up if necessary ⇒ page 68
Glove box light, interior lighting and reading light: checking oper‐
ation ⇒ page 63
Interior mirror: calibrating compass ⇒ page 122
Vehicles parked outdoors: locking ⇒ page 120
Body: checking vehicle paintwork for damage and corrosion from
below and with bonnet, rear lid and doors open ⇒ page 120
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Poly V-belt for ancillaries: renewing ⇒ page 122

Luggage compartment lighting: checking operation ⇒ page 62
Luggage compartment: removing protective film and felt pieces
⇒ page 63
Instrument cluster: resetting driver information system
⇒ page 122
Instrument cluster: checking warning lamps ⇒ page 66
Fuel tank: adding fuel additive ⇒ page 104
Fuel filter: renewing ⇒ page 101
Coolant level: checking (coolant level must reach at least top
marking on coolant expansion tank) ⇒ page 86
Paintwork, trims, side windows and wiper blades: checking clean‐
liness ⇒ page 120
Air cleaner: renewing filter element and cleaning housing
⇒ page 91
Engine, gearbox, final drive and steering: checking for leaks and
damage ⇒ page 48
Engine oil: draining ⇒ page 68
Engine oil: extracting ⇒ page 70
Engine oil: renewing oil filter ⇒ page 71
Engine oil: filling up ⇒ page 75
Engine oil: checking oil level and correcting if necessary
⇒ page 76
Emergency call function: checking status LED ⇒ page 18
Parking brake: releasing ⇒ page 37
Road test ⇒ page 120
Wheel bolts: tightening to specified torque ⇒ page 41
Reducing agent (AdBlue®): filling up tank completely
⇒ page 104
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: storing changed tyre pressures
⇒ page 40
Tyre repair kit: checking that set is complete, and checking and
recording expiry date ⇒ page 40
Manual gearbox/automatic gearbox: selecting 1st gear/park
⇒ page 122
Windscreen washer system: checking spray pattern and adjust‐
ing if necessary ⇒ page 58
Wiper blades: checking for damage ⇒ page 59
Headlights: checking for correct adjustment ⇒ page 60
Headlight washer system: checking operation ⇒ page 60
Service Schedule: entering Delivery Inspection ⇒ page 64
Service display for checking natural gas system: resetting
⇒ page 118
Service interval display: resetting service event ⇒ page 19
Seat belts: checking that retaining rivets are fitted, and checking
locking action of automatic belt retractor ⇒ page 65
Horn: checking operation ⇒ page 63
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Sun visors: checking that they are folded up and folding up if nec‐
essary ⇒ page 68
Stock vehicles: observing measures specified in Maintenance ta‐
ble for stock vehicles (see “Before handing vehicle over to cus‐
tomer”) ⇒ page 121
Static event memory: working through ⇒ page 67
Dust and pollen filter: renewing ⇒ page 98
Stock vehicle care management: deciding and recording date of
next check ⇒ page 122
Transport mode: checking activation and activating if necessary
⇒ page 21
Transport mode: deactivating ⇒ page 20
Door hinges with separate door arrester: cleaning and lubricating
⇒ page 57
Underbody: checking trim, wheel housing liners, side members
and pipes/wiring for damage, and checking that they are properly
secured ⇒ page 49
First-aid kit: checking and recording expiry date ⇒ page 66
Warning triangle: checking availability ⇒ page 66
Water drains - sliding panoramic sunroof: checking ⇒ page 56
Water separator (fuel filter): draining ⇒ page 100
Toothed belt for coolant pump drive: checking ⇒ page 123
Toothed belt for camshaft drive and tensioning roller: renewing
⇒ page 123
Toothed belt for camshaft drive: renewing ⇒ page 123
Accessories: installing ⇒ page 121
Spark plugs: renewing ⇒ page 77
3.1 Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash

deposit volume
Table of test values and procedure guidelines:
Engine Measured value designation for di‐ Maximum value for ash deposit
agnostic tester
4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 TDI Particulate filter, oil ash deposit Oil ash deposit mass: 80 g
mass
6-cyl. diesel engine 3.0 TDI Particulate filter, oil ash deposit vol‐ Oil ash deposit volume: 380 ml
ume
Procedure:
– Connect vehicle diagnostic tester ⇒ page 11 .
– Select Diagnosis mode and begin diagnosis.
– Perform vehicle identification.
– De-select “Working with Guided Fault Finding” by removing
v and press Apply .
– Continue to follow instructions on screen.

– Switch to “Control units” tab.
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– Select control unit “01 — Engine electronics” and carry out

following functions via right mouse button:
♦ Identify control unit
♦ Guided Functions/Control unit self-diagnosis
♦ 01 - Read measured values/Measured values
– Select desired measured value (see table of test values and
procedure guidelines ⇒ page 16 ) by entering v and confirm‐
ing with OK .
– Evaluate measured value and follow further instructions on
screen.
– Perform the following measures according to the measured
value:
Result: Measure:
Measured value < critical Vehicle can be driven for a further 30,000 km (19,000 miles).
value
Measured value ≥ critical Renew diesel particulate filter and reset measured value to zero ⇒ Engine; Rep.
value gr. 26 ; Emission control system; Removing and installing particulate filter .
3.2 ERA-GLONASS: checking emergency

call function
Requirements:
• Applies to: vehicles with ERA-GLONASS emergency call func‐
tion (depends on market).
• The services can only used if there is sufficient mobile network
coverage.
• The test mode can only be started within 20 seconds of the
ignition being switched on.
• Transport mode deactivated.
• The system is designed to allow up to 15 minutes between
deactivating the transport mode and checking the emergency
call function.
• Ensure adequate mobile reception; move vehicle outside if
necessary.
Procedure:
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– Check if LED -2- is lit in green.

– Run ERA-GLONASS test mode:
– Press emergency call button behind cover in roof module -1-
10 times in succession and follow the voice prompts to perform
the test and the test call.
Note
♦ If the LED lights up in red or if it is not possible to activate the

test mode, connect vehicle diagnostic tester ⇒ page 11 and
perform Guided Fault Finding “19 - Data Bus On Board Diag‐
nostic Interface, functions, Commissioning ERA-GLONASS”.
♦ Due to applicable legislation in certain countries, the vehicle
must not be delivered unless the ERA-GLONASS emergency
call function (red LED) has been successfully activated.
♦ When the Predelivery inspection total program is star‐
ted, the test program is automatically loaded into the test plan.
3.3 Emergency call function: checking sta‐

tus LED
Requirements:
• Applies to: vehicles with private and statutory emergency call
function (Europe)
• The services can only used if there is sufficient mobile network
coverage.
• Flight and transport mode deactivated
• Ensure adequate mobile reception and GPS reception; move
vehicle outside if necessary.
Procedure:
– Deactivate flight and transport mode.
– Check if LED -2- is lit in green.
Note
♦ It may take up to 15 minutes for the emergency call system to

be activated (LED lights up in green) after deactivating flight/
transport mode.
♦ The vehicle must not be delivered to the customer if the emer‐
gency call function has not been successfully activated (LED
lights up in green).
♦ Due to applicable legislation in certain countries, the vehicle
is only approved for road use with a functioning emergency
call system (LED lights up in green).
♦ If the emergency call system has not been activated after the
specified time has elapsed, please refer to TPI 2055311.
3.4 Event memory: reading out

Procedure:
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– Select “Working with Guided Fault Finding” by entering v and
press Apply .
The control unit is then identified, and the event memory is inter‐
rogated. Observe notes and test conditions.
– Switch to “Control units” tab and call up “Event memory list”
for an overview of all entries stored in event memory.
– Select “Test plan” tab and carry out test plans according to
instructions.
3.5 Service interval display: resetting serv‐

ice event
Note
The test program Predelivery inspection total may also be

used for the Delivery Inspection.
Procedure:
v and press Apply .
– Switch to “Special functions” tab.

– Reset service event via ODIS (select corresponding service
event).
– Start program by selecting Carry out check .
Note
The distance until the next oil service is calculated on the basis
of the customer’s driving profile. When the service interval display
is reset, the distance until the next oil service is recalculated on
the basis of this driving profile. Frequent cold starts or short jour‐
neys make high demands on the engine oil. This can cause the
information about the distance until the next oil service to vary,
depending on the driving profile.
3.6 Diagnostic work: performing

Procedure:
– Connect vehicle diagnostic tester.
– Untick “Working with Guided Fault Finding”.
– Switch to “Special functions” tab and select following program:
♦ Predelivery inspection total
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– Continue to follow instructions on screen and complete the
process.
– Switch to the “Control units” tab, press the “Guided Fault Find‐
ing” button and launch Guided Fault Finding as far as the test
plan.
– The entries in the static event memory must be evaluated and
dealt with using Guided Fault Finding where necessary.
– Perform diagnosis; diagnostic log for Delivery Inspection is
sent automatically.
3.7 Transport mode: deactivating
Note

Procedure:
v and press Apply .

♦ 19 - Activating / deactivating transport mode
Note
♦ The transport mode serves to maintain the vehicle's ability to

start.
♦ When the vehicle is in transport mode, many functions, e.g.
radio, are restricted or unavailable.
3.8 Flight mode: deactivating

WARNING
Risk of injury as engine of high-voltage vehicle can start unex‐
pectedly!
♦ Observe warnings for high-voltage system:
♦ For work that requires the ignition to be switched on.
Note

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Procedure:
v and press Apply .

♦ Deactivate flight mode
CAUTION
Flight mode turns the mobile network connection off. A vehicle
with flight mode activated does not have an emergency call
function and must not be handed over to the customer.
3.9 Transport mode: checking activation

and activating if necessary
Checking transport mode ⇒ page 21
Activating transport mode ⇒ page 21
3.9.1 Checking transport mode

Procedure:
– Check whether »Transport mode on« is shown in instrument
cluster.
– If necessary, activate transport mode ⇒ page 21 .
3.9.2 Activating transport mode

Procedure:
v and press Apply .

♦ 19 - Activating / deactivating transport mode
Note
♦ The transport mode serves to maintain the vehicle's ability to

start.
♦ When the vehicle is in transport mode, many functions, e.g.
radio, are restricted or unavailable.
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3.10 Battery: reading out status
Note
Alternatively, the test program Predelivery inspection to-

tal may be carried out.
Procedure:
press Apply .
♦ A - Battery, Testing
– Use results of test to determine following measures:
Result on vehicle diagnostic test‐ Measure:
er:
“Battery OK” No further measures necessary.
“Charge battery” Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Charging battery .
“Battery is no longer of the same Renew battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Removing and
quality as when shipped” installing battery .
Note
A working network connection is necessary to send the diagnostic

log file online.
3.11 Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester

and sending diagnostic log
– Carry out test programs according to test plan.
– Switch to Control units tab.
– Press X Diagnosis button and close diagnosis program.
– Send off diagnostic log online.
Note
♦ The event memory is erased automatically when you exit Gui‐

ded Fault Finding.
♦ The diagnostic log is sent automatically when you exit Guided
Fault Finding.
♦ If no network connection is available, the diagnostic log will be
cached for a few days. Complete the online data transfer as
soon as possible.
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3.12 Battery: checking electrolyte level
Note
Batteries must not be opened.
Battery without magic eye ⇒ page 23

Battery with magic eye ⇒ page 23
3.12.1 Battery without magic eye

The battery is located in the luggage compartment.
Removal steps:
– Lift luggage compartment floor and secure in position.
– Unscrew nut -1- for vehicle tool kit and take out cover with tool
kit -2- or temporary spare wheel.
Procedure:
– Check battery housing for the following:
♦ Battery terminals are not corroded or damaged
♦ Mechanical damage to battery housing and cover, indicated
by electrolyte leakage or crystals at the damaged area
– Damaged batteries must be renewed.
– Check electrolyte level of all battery cells using markings on
housing.
– If electrolyte level of one or more battery cells is below MIN
marking: Renew battery.
Note
♦ A bright hand-held light helps to better see the MIN and MAX
markings on the housing.
♦ If battery is difficult to see: Use a small mirror to check the
electrolyte level (shine a bright hand-held light at a right angle
onto the battery cells).
3.12.2 Battery with magic eye

WARNING
Risk of explosion if magic eye is colourless or light yellow!
♦ Do not attempt to jump-start vehicle.
♦ Do not check or charge battery.
♦ Renew battery.
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Removal steps:
– Unscrew nut -1- for vehicle tool kit and take out cover with tool
kit -2- or temporary spare wheel.
Procedure:
– Check battery housing for the following:
♦ Battery terminals are not corroded or damaged
♦ Mechanical damage to battery housing and cover, indicated
by electrolyte leakage or crystals at the damaged area
– Damaged batteries must be renewed.
– Before checking electrolyte level: Tap magic eye -arrow- care‐

fully with handle of a screwdriver.
– Read off battery electrolyte level according to colour display.

Two different results are possible:
Colour of magic eye: Measure:

Black or green Electrolyte level OK: No further measures necessary
Colourless or light yellow Electrolyte level too low: Battery must be renewed
Note
♦ The magic eye is also referred to as an ALI (acid level indica‐

tor).
♦ The magic eye is only for use in determining the electrolyte
level.
♦ During battery charging or vehicle operation, air bubbles can
form underneath the magic eye which could falsify the colour
display. Tap magic eye lightly to release any bubbles.
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3.13 Battery: connecting stationary battery

charging unit (min. 30A, charging volt‐
age max. 14.8 V on IV characteristic
curve)
WARNING
Risk of injury if battery terminal clamps are connected incor‐
rectly.
♦ Connect positive battery terminal clamp first, then connect
negative battery terminal clamp.

♦ Battery charger - VAS 5906A-
Only applies to vehicles intended for display.

Requirements:
• Ignition switched off.
Removal steps:
– Remove plastic stopper -C- in spare wheel well and store it in
glove box.
Procedure for connecting battery charger:

– Disconnect charger clamps from battery charger - VAS 5906- .
– Working from above, thread connector end of cable for charg‐
er clamps through hole in spare wheel well.
– Open battery terminal cover (+).
– First connect charger clamp (+) to positive battery terminal
-A-.
– Then connect charger clamp (-) to earth point (-) -B- on body.
– Arrange wiring of battery charger - VAS 5906- neatly in spare
wheel well.
– Stow tool kit in spare wheel well and fit cover for tool kit.
– Fit luggage compartment floor cover.
– Under vehicle: Connect cable for charger clamps to battery
charger - VAS 5906- .
– Switch on battery charger - VAS 5906- and adjust settings as
needed.
– Position battery charger - VAS 5906- under vehicle so that it
is hidden from view as well as possible, ensuring that ventila‐
tion grille of charger is unobstructed.
Procedure for disconnecting battery charger:

Remove in reverse sequence.
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3.14 Battery: determining and recording state

of charge (SOC)
Vehicles with transport mode ON ⇒ page 26
Vehicles with transport mode OFF ⇒ page 26
3.14.1 Vehicles with transport mode ON

Procedure:
– Read off battery charge level on instrument cluster.
State of charge Measure:
(SOC):
“≥ 80% (12.5 V)” No further measures necessary.
“SOC < 80% (12.5 Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep.
V) and SOC ≥ 10% gr. 27 ; Battery; Charging battery .
(11.6 V)”
“< 10% (11.6 V)” Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep.
gr. 27 ; Battery; Charging battery , and at‐
tach mirror hanger for “Battery defective”.
– Record charge level in maintenance table.
Note
If if is not possible to read off the state of charge in the instrument

cluster, measure the battery's no load voltage ⇒ page 27 .
3.14.2 Vehicles with transport mode OFF

♦ Battery tester - VAS 6161-
Removal steps:
Procedure:
– Switch on battery tester - VAS 6161- and select “QC check,
new vehicles”.
– Use battery tester - VAS 6161- to measure voltage between
battery clamps.
Battery Measure:
tester
shows:
“Battery No further measures necessary.
good”
“Charge Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ;
fully now” Battery; Charging battery .
“Battery Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ;
Faulty” Battery; Charging battery , and attach mirror hang‐
er for “Battery defective”.
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Note
♦ When using battery tester - VAS 6161- , ensure that the soft‐
ware is up to date.
♦ If if is not possible to measure the state of charge with battery
tester - VAS 6161- , measure the battery's no load voltage
⇒ page 27 .
3.14.3 Measuring no load voltage of battery

♦ Hand-held multimeter - V.A.G. 1526 C-
♦ Or: digital multimeter - V.A.G. 1715-

Requirements:
• Battery must not be placed under load from connected elec‐
trical equipment for at least 12 hours before test.
• Battery must not have been charged for at least 12 hours be‐
fore test.
• Engine must remain off for at least 2 hours before test.
• Ignition switched off during test.
Removal steps:
Procedure:
– Use hand-held multimeter - V.A.G. 1526 C- to measure volt‐
age between battery clamps -2- and -3-.

(SOC):
“≥ 12.5 V” No further measures necessary.
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(SOC):
“SOC < 12.5 V and Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Charging battery .
SOC ≥ 11.6 V”
“< 11.6 V” Charge battery ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Charging battery , and attach
mirror hanger for “Battery defective”.
3.15 Mirror hanger indicating defective bat‐

tery: renewing battery on affected vehi‐
cles
Only for vehicles with mirror hanger for “Battery defective”.
Procedure:
– Wait until shortly before vehicle delivery, then renew battery
according to instructions in workshop manual ⇒ Electrical
system; Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Removing and installing battery .
3.16 Data sheet for Radio Equipment Direc‐

tive: printing and placing in glove com‐
partment
As part of the European Union’s Radio Equipment Directive (RED
2014/53/EU), legislation requires that a data sheet be provided
containing information regarding which radio frequencies are
used.
The Radio Equipment Directive data sheet can be downloaded at
www.audi.com/generalinfo.
– Print out data sheet (same language as owner's literature) and

fold it.
– Place data sheet in glove compartment.
Note
♦ Only markets within the EU.

♦ The data sheet applies to all vehicles across Europe; it can
therefore be printed out in advance and kept at hand.
3.17 Connectivity box: checking emergency

battery
Procedure:
press Apply .
♦ A16 - Emergency battery, telematics, check component
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3.18 Connected gateway: renewing emer‐

gency battery
The emergency battery, telematics - A16- is located in the data
bus diagnostic interface - J533- .
Removing
– Switch off ignition and all electrical equipment, and remove
ignition key.
– Remove seat bench ⇒ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.
72 ; Rear seats; Removing and installing seat bench/individual
seats .
It is not necessary to remove data bus diagnostic interface -
J533- .
– Release catches and lift cover off data bus diagnostic interface
- J533- -1- in direction of -arrow-.
– Pivot emergency battery, telematics - A16- -1- out of data bus

diagnostic interface - J533- .
– Release and unplug electrical connector.
Installing
3.19 Brake fluid: changing

WARNING
Risk of accident if the brake pedal has too much free play.
♦ Make sure that the brakes work properly before the vehicle
is driven on the road.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to caustic brake fluid.
♦ Avoid contact with skin.
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CAUTION
Risk of damage due to improper handling of brake fluid.
♦ Avoid contact with vehicle paint.
♦ Avoid contact with liquids containing mineral oils (oil, petrol,
cleaning agents).

♦ Brake filling and bleeding equipment - VAS 5234-
♦ Tool set for brake bleeding - VAS 6564-

The value given in the table is for one brake caliper, i.e. if there
are two bleeder screws on one caliper, the sum of the quantities
discharged from both bleeder screws must equal the value given
in the table.
Sequence of opening bleeder screws: Quantity of brake fluid to discharge:
Brake calipers
Front axle on driver's side 1. 0.20 ltr.
Front axle on passenger's side 2. 0.20 ltr.
Rear axle on driver's side 3. 0.30 ltr.
Rear axle on passenger's side 4. 0.30 ltr.
Clutch slave cylinder 5. 0.15 ltr.
⇒ Total quantity, automatic gearbox 1.00 ltr.

⇒ Total quantity, manual gearbox 1.15 ltr.
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Step 1 - connecting brake filling and bleeding equipment:

– Unscrew filler cap -1- from brake fluid reservoir.
– Use extraction hose included in brake filling and bleeding

equipment - VAS 5234- to extract brake fluid from reservoir
(with strainer installed) until fluid is level with bottom edge of
strainer. Make sure that no more fluid flows back into reservoir
from strainer after extracting fluid.
– Screw adapter -1- onto brake fluid reservoir.

– Connect filling hose -2- included with brake filling and bleeding
equipment - VAS 5234- to adapter.
– Set pressure on brake filling and bleeding equipment -
VAS 5234- (see operating instructions).
Step 2 - bleeding and filling brake system:

If there are two bleeder screws on each brake caliper, first bleed
the inner, then the outer bleeder screw.
– Raise vehicle ⇒ page 5 .
Front axle:
– Brake caliper (driver's side): Remove cap(s) -1- from bleeder

screw(s).
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– Fit bleeder hose -1- attached to collector container onto bleed‐

er screw from inside of rim.
– Open bleeder screw and allow brake fluid to discharge. Refer
to table for correct quantity of brake fluid to discharge
⇒ page 30 .
– Close bleeder screw.
– If there are two bleeder screws on each brake caliper: Repeat
procedure with second bleeder screw.
– Refit cap on bleeder screw(s).
– Repeat procedure on passenger's side.
Rear axle:
– Brake caliper (driver's side): Remove cap(s) -1- from bleeder

screw(s).
– Take reversible ratchet and appropriate socket from tool set
for brake bleeding - VAS 6564- and fit together.
– Run bleeder hose -1- from inside of rim through reversible

ratchet -2- and socket -3- and fit onto bleeder screw.
– Open bleeder screw with ratchet -2- and allow brake fluid to
discharge. Refer to table for correct quantity of brake fluid to
discharge ⇒ page 30 .
– Close bleeder screw.
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– If there are two bleeder screws on each brake caliper: Working

from outside of rim, apply reversible ratchet -2- and socket
-3- and repeat procedure.
– Refit cap on bleeder screw(s) on brake caliper.
– Repeat procedure on passenger's side.
Step 3 - bleeding clutch slave cylinder

Only for vehicles with manual gearbox
– Remove components necessary for access; refer to ⇒ Manual
gearbox; Rep. gr. 30 ; Clutch mechanism; Bleeding clutch
mechanism .
– Fit bleeder hose attached to collector container -1- onto bleed‐
er screw of clutch slave cylinder.
– Open bleeder screw and allow correct amount of brake fluid
to flow out (see table of test values and procedure guidelines
⇒ page 30 ).
– Close bleeder screw and fit cap.
Step 4 - final steps:

– Close filling lever of brake filling and bleeding equipment -
VAS 5234- .
– Detach filling hose from adapter.
– Unscrew adapter from brake fluid reservoir.
– Check brake fluid level and adjust if necessary (depending on
brake pad wear) ⇒ page 34 .
– Screw cap onto brake fluid reservoir.
– Operate clutch pedal several times.
– Check pedal pressure and free travel: No more than 1/3 of total
pedal travel.
– Make sure that the brakes work properly before the vehicle is
driven on the road.
– If free travel of brake pedal is greater than specified, or if brake
function is impaired: Check brake system for leaks and renew
brake fluid again.
Note
♦ The bleeder hose must fit tightly on the bleeder screw to pre‐
vent air from entering the brake system.
♦ In the case of certain wheel combinations, the wheels may
have to be removed.
♦ With the aid of the tool set for brake bleeding - VAS 6564- ,
the rear brakes or, depending on version, the front and rear
brakes can be bled without having to remove the wheels.
♦ Use genuine Audi brake fluid; see Electronic parts catalogue
(ETKA).
♦ Do not reuse brake fluid.
♦ Always observe the relevant environmental regulations for
disposal of brake fluid.
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3.20 Brake fluid (vehicles older than 12

months): changing
Only applies to vehicles older than 12 months (from date of man‐
ufacture).
Procedure:
– Change brake fluid ⇒ page 29 .
3.21 Brake fluid: checking fluid level

Type of service: Fluid level specification:
Delivery Inspection Fluid level must be at MAX marking.
Brake fluid change Fluid level must be between MAX marking and MIN marking according to wear
level of brake pads.
Checking the brake system for leaks is a repair measure and

should be charged separately.
Procedure:
– Evaluate brake fluid level according to markings on brake fluid
reservoir -illustration-.
– Perform the following measures according to the results of the

check:
Fluid level: Evaluation/measure:

Above MAX marking Extract brake fluid.
Below specified level Carry out brake system leak test ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 47 ; Hydraulic system;
Leak test .
Note
When the vehicle is in use, the fluid level drops due to wear and
automatic adjustment of the brake pads.
3.22 Brake system: checking condition of

brake hoses, and checking that caps are
fitted on bleeder screws
Requirements:
• Brake hoses must not touch any components when steering
is on full lock.
• Brake hoses must not be twisted.
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Procedure:
– Check that all brake hoses are secured properly; when doing
so, ensure that the conditions listed are met:
– Check all brake hoses for abrasion, porosity, blistering and
cracking.
– Check that brake connections are seated correctly, and check
for corrosion and leaks.
– If faults are found on brake hoses: Repair/renew relevant com‐
ponent.
– Check that caps are fitted and secured on bleeder screws of
all brake calipers.
– Renew any missing caps.
3.23 Brake pads: checking thickness

♦ Test pin - T40139 - / test pin - T40139A- : Use the side with
the thin probe (brake symbol) to measure brake pad thickness.

Axle Brake pad wear limit including backplate and damper plate
[mm]
Front axle 10
Rear axle 10
Check only the thickness of the outer brake pads.

Procedure:
– Before you begin: Push sliding ring towards tip of test pin as
far as it will go.
– Bring tip of test pin into contact with brake disc.
– Slide test pin towards brake pad until test pin makes contact
with backplate of brake pad.
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– Remove test pin and read off brake pad wear value -a- from
scale on tool.
– Repeat procedure for all wheels.
– If brake pad thickness has reached wear limit (see table of test
values and procedure guidelines ⇒ page 35 ): Renew brake
pads ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 46 ; Removing and installing
brake pads .
Note
♦ When removing the test gauge, take care not to move the slid‐
ing ring. This would give an incorrect measurement.
♦ Note where the test gauge makes contact on the rear of the
brake pad and include the thickness of the damper plate in the
calculation if necessary.
♦ In the case of certain wheel combinations, the wheels must be
removed.
♦ On S and RS models, the layout may make it necessary to
measure the brake pads from the inside of the wheels.
3.24 Brake discs: checking for surface rust

and operating brakes to clean if neces‐
sary
Checking brake discs ⇒ page 36
Operating brakes to clean brake discs ⇒ page 36
3.24.1 Checking brake discs

Procedure:
– Check outside of all brake discs for surface rust.
– If necessary, operate brakes to clean brake discs
⇒ page 36 .
Note
The brake discs can be damaged irreparably if surface rust is not

removed at the specified intervals.
3.24.2 Operating brakes to clean brake discs

Procedure:
– Accelerate vehicle to 40 km/h, then brake gently to 10 km/h
(do this five times).
– Accelerate vehicle to 40 km/h, then brake sharply to a stand‐
still (do this five times).
Note
The wheels should not spin or lock during acceleration and brak‐
ing.
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3.25 Parking brake: releasing

Mechanical parking brake ⇒ page 37
Electromechanical parking brake ⇒ page 37
3.25.1 Mechanical parking brake

Procedure:
– Release parking brake.
3.25.2 Electromechanical parking brake

Procedure:
– Press brake pedal, then press switch for electromechanical
parking brake.
3.26 Tyres: checking condition and wear pat‐

tern, and checking and recording tread
depth
♦ Test pin - T40139 - / test pin - T40139A- : Use the side with
the thick probe and shoulder (scale marked with tyre symbol)
to measure tread depth.

Country-specific regulations for minimum tread depth apply; for
countries not listed, evaluate values according to the country's
specifications.
Country Minimum tread depth [mm]
EU countries 1.61)
Brazil 1.6
China 1.6
India 1.6
Japan 1.6
Norway 1.61)
Russia 1.6
Switzerland 1.6
Turkey 1.6
Ukraine 1.61)
USA 1.6
1) Larger values for winter tyres where these are mandatory
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Performing wheel alignment is a repair measure and should be

charged separately.
Step 1 - checking condition:
– Check for and remove any foreign bodies in tyre tread.
– Check all tyres for following types of damages:
♦ Cuts, cracks, tears
♦ Scuffing or flattened areas on tyre tread
♦ Porous sidewalls
♦ Blisters on sidewalls
– If damage is found: Renew tyres.
Step 2 - checking tyre wear pattern:
– Check tyre wear pattern of front wheels; check for the follow‐
ing:
♦ Feathering on tread indicating possible incorrect toe setting
♦ One-sided tread wear indicating possible incorrect camber
– If the above types of wear are found: Check wheel alignment
to determine the cause.
Step 3 - checking tread depth:
– Measure tread depth on all tyres (including spare tyre) at sev‐
eral points using test pin - T40139- . Uneven tread depth
indicates damage.
– Record average measurement for each tyre in Maintenance
table.
– If minimum tread depth has been reached (as specified for
your country; see table of test values and procedure guidelines
⇒ page 37 ): Renew tyre.
Note
Vehicles with four-wheel drive must be fitted with tyres with the
same tread pattern. Otherwise the centre differential may be
damaged.
3.27 Tyres: checking tyre pressures and ad‐

justing if necessary
Note
The tyre valves must be sealed with valve caps. Otherwise, dirt
could enter the valve, which will then become blocked and will no
longer seal properly.
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Front and rear axles ⇒ page 39

Spare wheel and temporary spare wheel ⇒ page 39
3.27.1 Front and rear axle

The tyre pressure specifications are listed on the sticker on the
inside of the driver's door.
Tyre sizes not listed: See Wheel/tyre guide for tyre pressure
specification ⇒ Wheel/Tyre Guide; Rep. gr. 44 ; Wheels, tyres,
vehicle geometry; Tyre pressures .
Procedure:
– Check tyre pressure of all tyres.
– If necessary, adjust to correct tyre pressures.
Note
♦ The tyre pressures listed only apply to cold tyres. When the
tyres are warm, the actual pressures will be higher, but must
not be reduced.
♦ Tyre pressures which significantly differ from the specification
may be the result of a defect. If this occurs, check the tyres
and inform the customer if necessary.
♦ Always adjust to max. tyre pressure specified on vehicles with
stickers indicating tyre pressures for speed range >250km/h
(vehicles without speed limiter system; max. tyre pressures
are obligatory).
3.27.2 Spare wheel and temporary spare

wheel
The following parameters apply to the tyre pressure specifica‐
tions:
• Spare wheel with standard-size tyre: Inflate to maximum tyre
pressure indicated on tyre pressure sticker.
• Temporary spare wheel: The correct tyre pressure is indicated
on the sidewall.
Procedure:
– Check tyre pressure of spare wheel/temporary spare wheel.
– If necessary, adjust to correct tyre pressures.
Note
Depending on equipment version, there may only be a tyre repair

kit supplied; see Maintenance table.
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3.28 Tyres (except spare wheel): checking

tyre pressures and adjusting to 3.5 bar
if necessary
Note
The tyre valves must be sealed with valve caps. Otherwise, dirt
could enter the valve, which will then become blocked and will no
longer seal properly.
Procedure:
– Check tyre pressure of all tyres.
– If necessary, adjust tyre pressure to 3.5 bar and record pres‐
sure in maintenance table.
3.29 Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: storing

changed tyre pressures
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be initialised at every in‐
spection (after the tyre pressures have been checked or
changed).
Requirements:
• The inflation pressures of all tyres must be adjusted to the
correct values before the pressures are stored.
Procedure:
– Switch on ignition and activate MMI.
– Press function selector button MENU .
– Select »Car«.
– Press left control button and navigate through following menu
structure:
♦ Servicing & checks
♦ Tyre pressure monitoring
♦ Store tyre pressures
♦ Yes, store
– Use MMI rotary pushbutton to select option to store tyre pres‐
sures.
3.30 Tyre repair kit: checking that set is com‐

plete, and checking and recording expi‐
ry date
The tyre repair kit is located in the spare wheel well.
Procedure:
– Check that the following components of the tyre repair kit are
present:
♦ Compressor
♦ Tyre filler bottle incl. filler hose
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– Take out the bottle and check the expiry date (printed on bottle
-arrow-).
– Record expiry date in Maintenance table.
– If expiry date has been exceeded or if bottle has already been
used: Renew tyre filler bottle.
3.31 Wheel bolts: tightening to specified tor‐

que
Nm
♦ Tool to secure wheel bolt caps 8Z0.012.287

Fastener Tightening torque [Nm]
Wheel bolt 120
The adapter for loosening and tightening anti-theft wheel bolts is

included in the vehicle tool kit.
Procedure:
– Remove wheel bolt caps.
– Tighten wheel bolts in a diagonal sequence to specified torque
(see table of test values and procedure guidelines).
– Press wheel bolt caps on using tool 8Z0.012.287 so that they
are correctly seated.
– If adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts was used from tool kit: Put
adapter back in tool kit.
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3.32 Suspension struts on front and rear axle:

removing locking elements and correctly
fitting bump stops
Note
♦ These vehicles are identified by a coloured tag fixed to the

mirror -arrow-.
♦ It is not necessary to remove the wheels to perform this oper‐
ation.
Suspension struts on front axle ⇒ page 42

Suspension struts on rear axle ⇒ page 43
Pressing in bump stop ⇒ page 43
3.32.1 Suspension struts on front axle

Requirements:
• Vehicle suspension extended
Procedure:
– Push all locking elements -A- off piston rod.
– Press bump stops all the way into shock absorber mountings
(make sure they are straight).
Note
With vehicle suspension extended, check that all bump stops are
firmly seated in shock absorber mountings.
– If necessary, use a suitable tool to press any loose bump stops

into shock absorber mountings ⇒ page 43 .
– When all locking elements have been removed from vehicle:
Remove tag on interior mirror.
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3.32.2 Suspension struts on rear axle

Requirements:
• Vehicle suspension extended
Procedure:
– Push all locking elements -1- off piston rod.
– Press bump stops all the way into shock absorber mountings
(make sure they are straight).
Note
With vehicle suspension extended, check that all bump stops are
firmly seated in shock absorber mountings.
– If necessary, use a suitable tool to press any loose bump stops

into shock absorber mountings ⇒ page 43 .
– When all locking elements have been removed from vehicle:
Remove tag on interior mirror.
3.32.3 Pressing in bump stop

♦ T40401 Lever for mounting bump stops
♦ Soap-based lubricant, e.g. tyre assembly paste
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Procedure:
– Remove coarse dirt from top edge of loose bump stop and coat
with tyre assembly paste.
– Press bump stop firmly into shock absorber mounting by hand
or using lever - T40401- .
Note
Lever - T40401- can only be used on the rear axle.
3.33 Axles (front and rear): checking compo‐

nents for play, secure attachment and
damage, and checking protective boots
The following applies to all components shown below:
• There must not be any noticeable play.
• As a rule you can identify damage to the boots/drive shaft
boots by emerging grease.
• Check that retaining rings and spring-type clips are seated
correctly.
Front axle ⇒ page 44
Rear axle ⇒ page 46
3.33.1 Front axle

Track control links, guide links and coupling rod:
– Check relative movement between wheel bearing housing and
track control link/guide link.
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– Track control links and guide links: Check boots -arrows- of

swivel joint all around for damage and make sure they are
seated correctly.
– Check swivel joints for play.
– Check all bonded rubber bushes of track control links and

guide links -arrows- for play.
– Check play at coupling rod -1-.
Track rod ball joint:
– Check boot -2- for track rod ball joint all around for damage
and make sure it is seated correctly.
– Check play at track rod ball joint.
Upper links:
– Upper links -2-: Check bushes of swivel joints all around for
damage and make sure they are seated correctly.
– Check swivel joints for play.
– Check the two bonded rubber bushes -1- and -4- of swivel
joints (top) for play.
Anti-roll bar:
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– Check anti-roll bar bush -3- for damage.
Drive shaft and steering rack:
– With steering turned: Check drive shaft boots -arrows- all

around for damage and make sure they are seated correctly.
– Check boot -arrow- of steering rack all around for damage and
correct seating.
– Repeat checks for components on opposite side of vehicle.

– If faults are found on any of the above components: Renew
relevant component.
3.33.2 Rear axle

Lower transverse links (front and rear):
– Check relative movement between wheel bearing housing and
both transverse links.
– Check all bonded rubber bushes of lower transverse link
(front) -2- for play.
– Check bonded rubber bushes -arrows- of all transverse links

for play.
– Check anti-roll bar bush -arrow- for damage.
Upper transverse links (front and rear):
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– Check all bonded rubber bushes of upper transverse link

(front) -3- for play.
– Check all bonded rubber bushes of upper transverse link (rear)

-2- for play.
Track rod:
– Check play at bonded rubber bushes of track rod -2-.
Coupling rod and anti-roll bar:
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– Check play at coupling rod -2-.
– Check anti-roll bar bush -arrows- for damage.
Drive shaft:
Only applies to vehicles with four-wheel drive.
– Check drive shaft boots -arrows- for damage and make sure
they are seated correctly.
– Repeat checks for components on opposite side of vehicle.

– If faults are found on any of the above components: Renew
relevant component.
3.34 Engine, gearbox, final drive and steer‐

ing: checking for leaks and damage
Remove noise insulation for every inspection.
Removal steps:
– Remove noise insulation ⇒ page 9 .
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Procedure:
– Check engine and engine ancillaries from below for leaks and
damage.
– Check visible area of belt drives for damage.
– Check radiator and cooling circuit for leaks and damage.
– Check refrigerant circuit for damage (check air conditioner
compressor, condenser and refrigerant lines including con‐
nections).
– Check gearbox, final drive and steering for leaks and damage.
– If faults are found: repair or renew relevant component.
3.35 Vehicle (from below): checking for dam‐

age
Procedure:
– Check underbody carefully and thoroughly for damage and
loose fasteners.
– If faults are found: Renew missing fastener or damaged com‐
ponent.
3.36 Underbody: checking trim, wheel hous‐

ing liners, side members and pipes/wir‐
ing for damage, and checking that they
are properly secured
Procedure:
– Check all underbody trim panels and wheel housing liners for
tears and cracks.
– Use your hands to check that all underbody trim panels and
wheel housing liners are secured correctly and check for miss‐
ing fasteners.
– Inspect side members for deformations.
– Check visible area of pipes/wiring and connections for dam‐
age and ensure they are secured correctly.
– Check stone deflector on rear track control links to make sure
it is securely fitted and undamaged.
– If faults are found: Renew missing fastener or damaged com‐
ponent.
Note
Depending on equipment version, some vehicles may not be fitted

with a stone deflector.
3.37 Roof insert: checking operation

Only applies to equipment version with sliding/tilting sunroof.
Cleaning and lubricating the roof insert is a repair measure and
Procedure:
– Open and close roof system completely and check for unusual
noises and stiffness/sticking.
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– If there is unusual noise or stiffness/sticking: Clean and lubri‐

cate roof insert ⇒ page 50 .
3.38 Roof insert - sliding/tilting sunroof:

cleaning and lubricating
CAUTION
Risk of breaking cowl panel.
♦ Use care when lifting cowl panel.

♦ Lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2-
♦ Cleaning solution - D 009 401 04-
♦ Industrial vacuum cleaner, e.g. wet/dry vacuum cleaner - VAS
5128-
♦ Commercially available paintbrush: approx. 15 mm wide and
bent by approx. 40° using workshop equipment
♦ Fine-pored sponge (e.g. a piece of household sponge without
a scouring surface)

Protect vehicle interior from becoming dirty.
Step 1 - cleaning and lubricating glass panel seal:
– Tilt open glass panel at rear.
– Remove all accessible grease and dirt residue from glass pan‐
el seal using cleaning solution - D 009 401 04- and a lint-free
cloth.
– Use a fine-pored sponge -1- to lubricate sides and rear of glass
panel seal -arrows- with lubricating paste - G 052 141 A2- .
Make sure that no coarse residue remains visible after apply‐
ing lubricant.
– Open glass panel completely.

– Using cleaning solution - D 009 401 04- and a lint-free cloth,
remove any grease or dirt residue from front of glass panel
seal in area that has not been lubricated yet.
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– Use a fine-pored sponge -1- to lubricate glass panel seal at

front -arrow- with lubricating paste - G 052 141 A2- . Make sure
that no coarse residue remains visible after applying lubricant.
Step 2 - cleaning and lubricating wind deflector seal:

Glass panel opened completely.
To avoid risk of breakage, lift the wind deflector carefully with your
hand but do not remove it for the following procedure.
– Remove grease and dirt from wind deflector seal using clean‐
ing solution - D 009 401 04- and a lint-free cloth.
– Use a fine-pored sponge -1- to lubricate rubber lip of wind de‐

flector -arrow- along the entire length with lubricating paste -
G 052 141 A2- . Make sure that no coarse residue remains
visible after applying lubricant.
Step 3 - cleaning and lubricating guide rails:

– First use an industrial vacuum cleaner to remove any loose
residue from guide rails.
– Remove grease and dirt from guide rails with a lint-free cloth.
– Use a paintbrush to lubricate inside of guide rail -arrow- with

lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2- .
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– Use a paintbrush to lubricate outside of guide rail -arrow- with

lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2- .
– Use a paintbrush to lubricate side guide rail of sliding headliner

-arrow- with lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2- .
– Remove surplus lubricant on guide rails with a lint-free cloth.
– Repeat procedure on opposite side of vehicle.
– Open and close roof system completely and check again for
surplus lubricant.
3.39 Roof insert - panorama sunroof: check‐

ing, cleaning and lubricating
♦ Cleaning solution - D 009 401 04-
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♦ Grease stone - VAS 6764-
♦ Hand-cartridge gun - V.A.G 1628-
♦ Industrial vacuum cleaner, e.g. wet/dry vacuum cleaner - VAS

5128-
♦ Measuring cup
♦ Commercially available paintbrush: approx. 15 mm wide and
bent by approx. 40° using workshop equipment
♦ Fine-pored sponge (e.g. a piece of household sponge without
a scouring surface)
Note
First carry out a visual check to determine which type of sunroof

is fitted on the vehicle.

– Carry out a visual check to determine which type of grease has
been used in area of guide rails.
♦ White/grey grease G 060 751 A2: Clean and lubricate accord‐
ing to method used to date (description below)
♦ No white/grey grease: Open and close sunroof completely;
this must not produce any vibrations or noises (rattling,
squeaking, clicking) other than those of normal operation.
Note
Please refer to TPI if normal operating sounds are accompanied

by other noises or vibrations on a sunroof version with new spray-
on grease.
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Protect vehicle interior from becoming dirty.
Only applies to sunroof version with white/grey grease
G 060 751 A2:
Step 1 - cleaning and lubricating guide rails:
– Open sunroof sun blind completely.
– First use an industrial vacuum cleaner to remove any loose
residue from guide rail.
– Insert grease stone - VAS 6764- in rear section of guide rail
-1- and turn 90° into contour of rail -2-.
– Then pull tool into centre of guide rail opening -3-, turn through
90° again -4- and remove -5-.
– Clean front section of guide rail as described in previous step.
To do so, insert grease stone in front section of guide rail (near
wind deflector) and move it to centre of guide rail.
– Repeat cleaning procedure several times as required.
– Remove grease and dirt deposits from guide rail with a lint-
free cloth.
– Screw grease stone - VAS 6764- -1- onto thread of lubricant

cartridge -G 060 751 A2- -2- and insert into hand-cartridge gun
- V.A.G 1628- -3-.
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– Insert grease stone attached to hand-cartridge gun at front end

of guide rail -1- and turn 90° into contour of rails -2-.
– Pull hand-cartridge gun evenly towards rear -3-, operating lev‐
er continuously to apply lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2- to
guide rail.
– Turn hand-cartridge gun through 90°-4- and remove in vicinity
of open glass panel -5-.
– Repeat lubrication procedure on opposite side of vehicle.
Step 2 - cleaning and lubricating slotted guide for glass panel:

– Remove grease and dirt from slotted guide for glass panel with
a lint-free cloth.
– Open and close sunroof and open glass panel again com‐
pletely. Opening and closing the sunroof distributes the lubri‐
cant along the guide rails. Any deposits of excess lubricant can
be used to grease the slotted guide.
– Use a paintbrush to lubricate slotted guide for glass panel

-arrow- with lubricating paste - G 060 751 A2- .
– Remove excess lubricant from slotted guide and guide rail with
a lint-free cloth.
Step 3 - cleaning and lubricating locking hook for sunroof mech‐

anism:
– Move glass panel to first open position.
– Working from vehicle interior, remove grease and dirt from
locking hook for sunroof mechanism with a lint-free cloth.
– Use a paintbrush to lubricate locking hook -arrow- with lubri‐

cating paste - G 060 751 A2- .
– Remove surplus lubricant from locking hook with a lint-free
cloth.
– Open and close roof system completely and check again for
surplus lubricant at all lubricating locations.
Step 4 - cleaning glass panel:

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– Remove grease and dirt from front and side edges of glass
panel -arrows- using cleaning solution - D 009 401 04- and a
lint-free cloth.
Step 5 - cleaning and lubricating roof frame seal:

– Remove grease and dirt from seal for roof frame using clean‐
ing solution - D 009 401 04- and a lint-free cloth.
– Use a fine-pored sponge to lubricate roof frame seal

-arrows- with lubricating paste - G 052 141 A2- . Make sure
that no coarse residue remains visible.
Step 6 - cleaning wind deflector:

– Clean screen and frame of wind deflector -1- using a sponge

and soap solution.
– Use an industrial vacuum cleaner to remove any loose residue
from wind deflector slot -arrows-.
3.40 Water drains - sliding panoramic sun‐

roof: checking
♦ Measuring cup
♦ Lint-free cloth
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♦ Industrial vacuum cleaner

Procedure - checking for dirt in water drains:
– Use industrial vacuum cleaner to remove visible dirt in area of
guide rails or clean with a lint-free cloth.
– Use a measuring cup -1- to slowly pour 0.5 ltr. of water into
guide rail on each side close to open glass panel -arrow-. Work
carefully to ensure that the water does not overflow into the
dry area of the vehicle. Make sure that water is distributed in
both directions so that both water drains (front and rear) can
be checked.
– At underside of vehicle, check that water flows out in the area
of both the front and rear wheel housings.
– If no or only a little water flows out of the appropriate drainage
points, clean water drains ⇒ General body repairs, exterior;
Rep. gr. 60 ; Water drain hoses; Cleaning water drain hoses .
Note
♦ Take care when pouring the water into the guide rail (both
sides). If the water drain is blocked, the water can flow into the
vehicle interior (headliner).
♦ The whole quantity of water must drain quickly (within a mi‐
nute) from the water drains (front and rear, both sides) in the
area of the wheel housings.
3.41 Door hinges with separate door arrester:

cleaning and lubricating
♦ Universal spray oil - G 000 115 A2- for door arresters and
hinges
Requirements:
• The vehicle must be at least at room temperature.
Procedure:
– First clean all lubricating points with a lint-free cloth.
– Lubricate door hinge (top and bottom) at points marked
-arrows- as well as separate door arrester -arrows- with uni‐
versal oil spray - G 000 115 A2- .
Door hinge:
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Door arrester:
– Move door several times so that the universal spray oil is able
to penetrate.
– Use cloth to remove surplus lubricant from all door hinges.
– Repeat cleaning and lubricating procedure on all remaining
doors of vehicle.
3.42 Windscreen/rear window washer sys‐

tem: checking spray pattern and adjust‐
ing if necessary
Checking spray pattern on windscreen ⇒ page 58
Checking spray pattern on rear window ⇒ page 58
Adjusting windscreen washer jets ⇒ page 59
Adjusting rear window washer jets ⇒ page 59
3.42.1 Checking spray pattern on windscreen

The spray pattern must meet the following specifications:
• Evenly distributed, symmetrical spray pattern
• Uniform, precise jets of water
• Jet unit (passenger's side): Upper concentrated jet should
make contact near upper edge of wiper area -1-.
• Jet unit (driver's side): Upper concentrated jet should make
contact -2- at same level as jet unit (passenger's side).
Procedure:
– Operate windscreen washer system and check spray pattern.
– If spray pattern is not as specified, adjust windscreen washer
jets ⇒ page 59 .
3.42.2 Checking spray pattern on rear window

The spray pattern must meet the following specifications:
• Water from both spray jets makes contact just above wiper
blade
• Uniform, precise jets of water
• Water from inner spray jet makes contact within approx. first
quarter of wiper blade length -illustration-
• Water from outer spray jet makes contact approx. at or just
beyond centre of wiper blade length -illustration- (third quarter)
Procedure:
– Operate rear window washer system and check spray pattern.
– If spray pattern is not as specified, adjust rear window washer
jets. ⇒ page 59
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3.42.3 Adjusting windscreen washer jets

Procedure:
– Using adjuster screw -2-, set washer jet being adjusted ac‐
cording to specified pattern (use a tool with size 9 external Torx
-3-).
– If the spray pattern still does not correspond to the specifica‐
tion, clean appropriate washer jets ⇒ Vehicle electrics; Rep.
gr. 92 ; Windscreen wash/wipe system; Adjusting washer jets .
Note
Only the height of the jets of water of each jet unit can be adjusted,
and all jets must be adjusted together via an adjuster screw. The
jets cannot be adjusted individually or laterally.
3.42.4 Adjusting rear window washer jets

♦ Commercially available adjusting tool (e.g. adjusting tool -
T10127- ) or suitable needle
Procedure:
– Use adjusting tool to align washer jets as required according
to specification.
– If the spray pattern still does not correspond to the specifica‐
tion, clean washer jets ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 92 ; Rear
window wiper system; Adjusting washer jets .
3.43 Wiper blades: checking for damage

Step 1 - service position:
– Switch off ignition.
– Press windscreen wiper lever downwards briefly.
Step 2 - checking:
– Lift windscreen wipers and check each wiper blade for tears,
cuts, abraded areas or other damage.
– Repeat check on rear window.
– If you find damage: Renew relevant wiper blade. Windscreen
wiper system ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 92 ; Windscreen
wiper system; Removing and installing wiper blade ; rear win‐
dow wiper system ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 92 ; Rear
window wiper system; Removing and installing wiper blade
WARNING
♦ Depending on the model, it may be possible to activate the
wipe (touch wipe) function by pressing the windscreen wiper
lever even if the ignition is switched off. When working on
the wiper system, the battery should be disconnected.
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3.44 Headlight washer system: checking op‐

eration
Not all vehicles are equipped with a headlight washer system
(depending on equipment version).
Procedure:
– Operate headlight washer system and check function.
– If water jet does not contact headlight: Renew relevant washer
jets ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 92 ; Headlight washer sys‐
tem; Removing and installing washer jets .
Note
The headlight washer jets are set by the manufacturer and there‐
fore cannot be adjusted.
3.45 Headlights: checking for correct adjust‐

ment
♦ Headlight adjustment unit - VAS 5209B-
♦ Or: headlight adjustment unit - VAS 621 001-
Note
Other headlight adjustment units (e.g. VAS 5208A, VAS 621 005,
VAS 5046A and VAS 5047A) can also be used to check the
headlight adjustment (except for matrix LED headlights). Check‐
ing matrix LED headlights requires adjustment unit VAS 5209B
or VAS 621 001.
Performed as part of an inspection, this check is merely an ab‐

breviated form of the headlight adjustment check required, for
example, after a repair, and does not take the place of a full head‐
light adjustment check.
Do not adjust the vehicle load or the tyre pressures for this pro‐
cedure.
Do not adjust the headlights to their basic setting using the vehicle
diagnostic tester.
Checking and adjusting the headlights according to the instruc‐
tions in the Workshop Manual is a repair measure and must be
charged separately.
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Procedure:
– For vehicles with manually adjustable headlight range control:
Use manual adjuster to set to basic setting.
– Activate dipped headlights.
– Align headlight adjustment unit parallel to vehicle and position
it centrally in front of headlight at a distance of 30 to 70 cm
-distance a-; deviation from centre of light emission surface
must not exceed 3 cm -distance b-.
– Adjust dip setting of headlight adjustment unit so that beam of

headlight falls on test screen according to following parameter:
Horizontal light-dark border should coincide with setting line
-1-.
– Read off dip setting of headlight adjuster.
– Repeat procedure on opposite side.
– Compare dip setting on left and right sides.
– If they deviate 2.0% or more from one another: Check and
adjust headlight setting according to procedure specified in
Workshop Manual ⇒ Electrical system; Rep. gr. 94 ; Head‐
lights; Adjusting headlights .
3.46 Headlights and reversing lights, side

lights, number plate lights, turn signals,
hazard warning lights: checking opera‐
tion
Check the lights/signals listed below from the outside to ensure
they function properly.
Procedure:
– Activate side lights and check that the following exterior lights
function properly:
♦ Side lights (front)
♦ Side lights (rear)
♦ If applicable: additional tail light under open rear lid
– Check operation of daytime running lights (front).
– Operate right turn signal, left turn signal and hazard warning
lights, and check that corresponding turn signal lamps at front,
rear and side function properly.
– Activate dipped headlights and check that the following exte‐
rior lights function properly:
♦ Dipped headlights
♦ Tail lights
♦ Number plate lights
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– Use appropriate switch to activate fog lights and check that

they function properly.
– Check that main beam headlights function properly.
– Operate brakes and check function of all brake lights.
– Engage reverse gear and check that all reversing lights func‐
tion properly.
– Use appropriate switch to activate rear fog lights and check
that they function properly. This model is fitted with one rear
fog light.
– Renew any defective bulbs.
Note
On vehicles from model year 2017 onwards, the reversing light is

only switched on when the engine is running on versions with
bulbs. This does not affect LED versions.
3.47 Luggage compartment lighting: check‐

ing operation
A4 Saloon ⇒ page 62
A4 Avant ⇒ page 63
3.47.1 A4 Saloon
Procedure:
– Check that luggage compartment light shown -arrow- func‐
tions properly.
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3.47.2 A4 Avant
Procedure:
– Check proper function of luggage compartment lights shown
-arrow-.
3.48 Luggage compartment: removing pro‐

tective film and felt pieces
Procedure:
– Remove protective film and felt pieces carefully and complete‐
ly from luggage compartment.
3.49 Glove box light, interior lighting and

reading light: checking operation
Procedure:
– Open glove box and check that glove box light functions prop‐
erly.
– Use the appropriate switches to activate the following interior
lights and check that the lights function properly:
♦ Interior lights in headliner at front
♦ Interior lights in headliner at rear
Note
Checking the background lighting is NOT part of the inspection.
3.50 Horn: checking operation

Procedure:
– Operate horn and check proper function of treble horn and
bass horn.
Note
Perform this check outdoors, e.g. when driving the vehicle to the
workshop or during a road test.
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3.51 Passenger airbag: checking key switch

on/off and setting to "on"
Switch for “Airbag ON/OFF” is located in glove box -arrow-.
Procedure:
– Turn switch to “AIRBAG OFF” position.
– Switch ignition on and wait for vehicle to complete initial sys‐
tem check.
– Check that “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” display lights up in
instrument cluster.
– Turn switch to “AIRBAG ON” position.
– Switch ignition on and wait for vehicle to complete initial sys‐
tem check.
– Check that “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” disappears.
Note
The amount of time needed for the vehicle system check varies
depending on the model and equipment.
3.52 Owner's literature: checking that all

documents are present
Procedure:
– Check that all parts of owner's literature are present, and pre‐
pare them for handover to customer.
3.53 Service wallet: affixing vehicle data

sticker
The vehicle data sticker can be found in the supplied pack.
Procedure:
– Remove vehicle data sticker from supplied pack.
– Affix vehicle data sticker in service wallet under “Warranty en‐
titlement record”.
Note
Does not apply to vehicles for USA and China.
3.54 Service Schedule: entering Delivery In‐

spection
The field for documenting the Delivery Inspection can be found
on page 2 of the Service Schedule.
Procedure:
– Apply stamp of Audi Workshop.
– Enter date of work carried out.
– Mark relevant field(s).
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Note
Only for markets not using the Digital Service Schedule.
3.55 Seat belts: checking that retaining rivets

are fitted, and checking locking action of
automatic belt retractor
Procedure:
For all seat belts installed:
– Check that retaining rivets/clips are fitted.
– Check locking action of automatic belt retractors when belt is
unrolled abruptly.
Note
If the seat belt is securing an object (e.g. child seat), do not re‐
lease the seat belt. Only check the locking action when the belt
is buckled; it is not necessary to check the retaining rivet/clip in
this case.
3.56 Vehicle interior: removing protective

covers for seats and carpet
Procedure:
– Remove protective covers for seats and carpet carefully and
completely from vehicle interior.
3.57 Vehicle interior: checking that it is clean

and cleaning if necessary
Procedure:
Check that the following items are clean (clean them if necessa‐
ry):
♦ Front seats
♦ Rear seat bench
♦ Interior trim
♦ Carpets
♦ Floor mats
♦ Windows/windscreen
3.58 Vehicle interior: removing any objects

other than those protecting interior sur‐
faces
Procedure:
– Remove any objects from vehicle other than those which are
protecting interior surfaces.
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3.59 Vehicle interior and exterior: checking

for and documenting any damage
Procedure:
– Check interior of vehicle for damage and document any dam‐
age found.
– Check exterior of vehicle for damage and document any dam‐
age found.
3.60 Instrument cluster: checking warning

lamps
Reading out the event memory is a repair measure and should
be charged separately.
Procedure:
– Start engine and wait for vehicle to complete initial system
check.
– Check whether warning lamps light up in instrument cluster.
– Switch off engine.
– If relevant warning lamps light up: Read out event memory
⇒ page 18 .
Note
The amount of time needed for the vehicle system check varies
depending on the model and equipment.
3.61 Warning triangle: checking availability

Procedure:
– Check that warning triangle(s) is/are present.
3.62 First-aid kit: checking and recording ex‐

piry date
The first-aid kit is located behind the storage net (right-side) in the
luggage compartment.
Procedure:
– Take out first-aid kit and check expiry date printed on kit / ex‐
piry date of contents.
– Record expiry date in Maintenance table.
– If expiry date has passed: Renew first-aid kit.
3.63 Vehicle keys: checking operation and

recording number of keys given to cus‐
tomer
Procedure:
– Open key ring to check each key individually.
– Start vehicle with each key individually.
– Record number of keys which have been matched and handed
over in Maintenance table.
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– If a vehicle key has not been matched: Re-match all keys to

vehicle using Guided Function of vehicle diagnostic tester via
online tool GeKo.
– If there is reason to suspect improper use (e.g. missing key):
See current notices from AUDI AG under “Technical informa‐
tion ► Anti-theft protection” on ServiceNet.
Note
♦ Only the key being checked may be inside the vehicle. Place
all other keys out of transmission range.
♦ If the key has not been matched, the engine will turn off after
a few seconds. In addition, the warning lamp for the immobil‐
iser or the display “SAFE” will appear in the instrument cluster,
depending on the vehicle equipment.
3.64 Vehicle key: removing from ignition lock

Only applies to vehicles with ignition lock.
Procedure:
– Remove vehicle key from ignition lock.
3.65 Vehicle key(s), wheel covers and own‐

er's literature: checking availability and
recording number present
Procedure:
– Check whether there are keys for the vehicle and record num‐
ber of keys in maintenance table.
– Check whether there are wheel covers for the vehicle and re‐
cord number of wheel covers in maintenance table.
– Check whether owner's literature is in place and record num‐
ber of copies in maintenance table.
– Wait until shortly before vehicle delivery to renew any missing
components.
3.66 Static event memory: working through

Starting diagnosis via Guided Fault Finding:
– Select Diagnosis mode.
– Perform vehicle identification and follow program up to test
plan.
– Work through test programs for static event memory entries.
Starting diagnosis without Guided Fault Finding:

– Switch to the “Control units” tab, press the “Guided Fault Find‐
ing” button and launch Guided Fault Finding as far as the test
plan.
– Work through test programs for static event memory entries.
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3.67 Sun visors: checking that they are folded

up and folding up if necessary
Procedure:
– Check that sun visors are folded up, and fold them up if nec‐
essary.
3.68 Luggage compartment cover and sun

blind: checking that they are rolled up
and rolling up if necessary
Procedure:
– If a luggage compartment cover is fitted, check that it is rolled
up (roll it up if necessary).
– Check that sun blinds are folded up (fold them up if necessary).
3.69 Engine oil: draining
Note
♦ Oil should always be changed when engine is warm.

disposal.
♦ Keep components clean.


♦ Used oil collection and extraction unit - V.A.S 6622 A-
Removal steps:
Procedure:
– Place oil drip tray under engine sump.
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– Unscrew sealing plug -arrow- for sump.

– Drain engine oil from sump.
– Renew seal for sealing plug.
– Tighten sealing plug all the way.
Continue installation in reverse sequence.


♦ Or: torque wrench - VAS 5820- , measuring range 20 to 100
Nm

Oil drain plug on sump 30
Removal steps:
Procedure:
– Place oil drip tray under engine sump.
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– Unscrew oil drain plug of sump -arrow-.

– Drain engine oil from sump.
– Renew seal for oil drain plug.
– Screw oil drain plug into sump and tighten to specified torque
(see table of tightening torques for installation ⇒ page 69 ).
3.70 Engine oil: extracting

Procedure:
– Pull oil dipstick/sealing plug out of guide tube.
– Insert extraction probe of oil extraction unit into guide tube.
Use flexible extraction probe with largest possible diameter
and insert without using any significant force. Otherwise the
tip can become diverted on the bottom of the sump and a large
amount of used oil will remain in the engine.
– Extract engine oil completely. Observe operating instructions
for extraction unit.
– Finally, install oil dipstick/sealing plug.
Note
♦ Oil should always be changed when engine is warm.

disposal.
♦ Keep components clean.
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3.71 Engine oil: renewing oil filter

6-cyl. petrol engine 2.9 TFSI/3.0 TFSI ⇒ page 72

♦ Oil filter tool - 3417-
♦ Hazet strap wrench - 2171-1-

Nm

Oil filter cartridge 20
Requirements:
• Engine oil drained.
Procedure:
– Use Hazet strap wrench - 2171-1- or oil filter tool - 3417- to
slacken oil filter cartridge -arrow- and then remove it.
– Clean sealing surface for oil filter at engine.
– Lubricate rubber seal on new oil filter cartridge with engine oil.
– Fit new oil filter cartridge on engine and tighten to specified
torque (see table of tightening torques for installation
⇒ page 71 ).
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Nm

Sealing cap 25
Removal steps:
– Remove engine cover panel ⇒ page 7 .
Procedure:
– Loosen sealing cap -arrow- of oil filter using socket (32 mm) .
This causes a valve to open.
– Wait a few minutes to allow engine oil to drain from filter hous‐
ing into crankcase.
– Fully unscrew sealing cap -arrow- and pull it off straight up‐
wards. Make sure that no engine oil drips onto engine.
– Pull oil filter element -3- and O-ring -4- out of sealing cap -5-.
– Pull oil drain connection -6- out fully and check for damage.
– Clean sealing surfaces of sealing cap.
– Lightly lubricate new O-ring -4- with engine oil and insert O-
ring.
– Fit new oil filter element -3- in sealing cap.
– Fit oil drain connection in new oil filter element.
– Screw sealing cap into oil filter housing and tighten it to speci‐
fied torque using socket (32 mm) (see table of tightening
torques for installation ⇒ page 72 ).
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Nm

Oil filter 25
Removal steps:
Procedure:
– Loosen sealing cap -13- of oil filter using socket (32 mm) . This
causes a valve to open.
ing into crankcase.
– Completely remove sealing cap. Make sure that no engine oil
drips onto engine.
– Pull oil filter element -11- and O-ring -12- out of sealing cap
-13-.
– Clean sealing surfaces of sealing cap -13-.
ring.
– Screw sealing cap -13- into oil filter housing -5- and tighten it
to specified torque using socket (32 mm) (see table of tight‐
ening torques for installation ⇒ page 73 ).

Nm

Sealing cap 25
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Removal steps:
– Unscrew bolt -2- on coolant expansion tank.
– Unplug electrical connector for coolant shortage indicator
switch - F66- on coolant expansion tank (bottom).
– Move coolant expansion tank to one side with coolant hoses
attached.
Note
In addition to the removal work described, it may also be neces‐

sary to loosen the engine control unit to access the oil filter.
Procedure:
– Loosen sealing cap of oil filter using socket (32 mm) . This
causes a valve to open.
ing into crankcase.
– Completely remove sealing cap -5-. Make sure that no engine
oil drips onto engine.
– Pull oil filter element -3- and O-ring -4- out of sealing cap -5-.
ring.
– Screw sealing cap -5- into oil filter housing -2- and tighten it to
specified torque using socket (32 mm) (see table of tightening

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Procedure:
– Loosen sealing cap -arrow- of oil filter using socket (36 mm) .
This causes a valve to open.
ing into crankcase.
– Completely remove sealing cap. Make sure that no engine oil
drips onto engine.
– Pull oil filter element -5- and seal -6- out of sealing cap -7-.
– Lightly lubricate new seal -6- with engine oil and fit it.
– Screw sealing cap -7- into oil filter housing -2- and tighten it to
specified torque using socket (36 mm) (see table of tightening
3.72 Engine oil: filling up

CAUTION
Risk of engine damage if the engine is revved too soon after
changing the oil!
♦ The engine must only run at idling speed as long as the oil
pressure warning lamp in the instrument cluster is on.
♦ Increase the engine speed only after the warning lamp has
gone out.

♦ Oil filler funnel - VAS 6842-
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Refer to ELSA maintenance table for engine-specific oil capaci‐

ties and oil grades.
Procedure:
– Fill up engine oil using oil filler funnel - VAS 6842- .
– Then check oil level and adjust if necessary ⇒ page 76 .
– For all 4-cylinder 2.0 TFSI petrol engines with oil filler neck on
timing chain cover: Clean sealing surface -arrow- on inside of
oil filler neck with a lint-free cloth before screwing on filler cap.
Note
The quantity of oil specified in the maintenance table refers to the

oil change; it is not identical to the quantity required for the initial
filling.
3.73 Engine oil: checking oil level and cor‐

recting if necessary
CAUTION
Risk of damage to catalytic converter if engine oil level is too
high!
♦ Drain engine oil until level meets specification.
Requirements for all engines except V6 diesel engines:

• Engine oil temperature at least 60 °C
• Wait a few minutes after switching off the engine to allow the
oil to flow back into the sump.
• Vehicle must be level (horizontal).
Requirements for V6 diesel engines:
• The engine must be at operating temperature (90 °C oil tem‐
perature).
• Wait approx. two minutes after switching off the engine to allow
the oil to drain back into the sump.
• Vehicle must be level (horizontal).
Checking oil level on MMI ⇒ page 76
3.73.1 Checking oil level on MMI

Procedure:
– If necessary, close bonnet.
– Switch on ignition and activate MMI.
– Press function selector button MENU .
– Select »Car«.
– Press left control button and navigate through following menu
structure:
♦ Servicing & checks
♦ Fluid level
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– Read off and evaluate oil level on display.
– If necessary, correct oil level:
Fluid level Evaluation/measure

At or just under “max” Optimum oil level.
Significantly under “max” Fill up engine oil to optimum level (close bonnet to refresh oil level display).
Note
♦ The oil level display on the MMI is not refreshed when the
bonnet is open.
♦ A warning lamp in the driver information system indicates that
the level is too low.
3.74 Spark plugs: renewing

Lubricating ignition coils with output stages ⇒ page 85

♦ Spark plug spanner - 3122B-
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♦ Puller - T 10530-
♦ Torque wrench - VAS 6583- , measuring range 3 to 60 Nm

Spark plugs with M12 thread 20+5
Bolt for ignition coil 8
Nut for earth wire 8
Bolt for fuel line 4
Bolt for crankshaft breather 9
Removal steps:
– Disconnect crankcase breather hose -1-.
– Unplug electrical connectors -1- and -2- and move clear.
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– Unscrew bolt -2- and move fuel line clear.

– Move hose -4- for activated charcoal filter system and coolant
hose -6- clear.
– Unplug electrical connector -5- from charge pressure sender
- G31- .
– Release catches -arrows- and detach air pipe -3-.
– Press release tabs and disconnect hose -2-.

– Unscrew bolts -arrows- and disconnect crankcase breather
hose -1- towards rear.
Step 1 - removing spark plugs:

– Unscrew nuts for earth wires and move earth wires clear.
– Push ignition coil connector -2- towards ignition coil, release

retainer and detach connector from ignition coil.
– Move connector -2- slightly to one side. Make sure that wiring
is not kinked or damaged.
– Unscrew bolts -1- for ignition coils.
– Insert puller - T10530- into hole -1- of ignition coil and turn
knurled nut -2- clockwise until puller is secured in place.
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– Carefully pull ignition coils out upwards using puller - T10530- .

– Repeat removal procedure with all other ignition coils.
– Unscrew spark plugs using spark plug socket and extension -
VAS 3122B- .
Step 2 - installing spark plugs:

– Install new spark plugs using spark plug socket and extension
- VAS 3122B- and tighten to specified torque (see table of
– Lubricating ignition coils ⇒ page 85
– Fit all ignition coils loosely into spark plug apertures and align
with connectors of connector rail.
– Press ignition coils onto spark plugs by hand evenly (do NOT
knock in with tools).
– Tighten bolts -1- for ignition coils to specified torque (see table
of tightening torques for installation ⇒ page 78 ).
– Plug in connector -2- on each ignition coil until it engages.
Continue installation in reverse sequence. Note tightening tor‐
ques (see table of tightening torques for installation ⇒ page 78 ).

♦ Spark plug spanner - 3122B-
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♦ Puller - T10530-


Nut for earth wire 9
Removal steps:
Step 1 - removing spark plugs:
– Unplug electrical connector -1- for Lambda probe - G39- .
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– Unscrew nut -2- for earth wire and move earth wire -1- clear.
– Push ignition coil connector towards ignition coil, release re‐
tainer and detach connector from ignition coil in direction of
-arrow-.
– Place electrical connectors slightly to one side. Make sure that
wiring is not kinked or damaged.
– Unscrew bolts -3- for ignition coils.

VAS 3122B- .

- VAS 3122B- and tighten to specified torque (see table of
– Tighten bolts -arrows- for ignition coils to specified torque (see
table of tightening torques for installation ⇒ page 81 ).

♦ Spark plug spanner - VAS 6919-
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♦ Puller - T10530-


Removal steps:
Step 1 - removing spark plugs, cylinder bank (right-side):
– Remove air cleaner housing ⇒ Rep. gr. 24 ; Air cleaner; Re‐
moving and installing air cleaner housing .
– Unplug connectors -1- and -2- for Lambda probe - G39- and
move wiring clear.
– Release and unplug electrical connectors -arrows- from ac‐
tuators for camshaft adjustment.
– Unplug connectors -3- for ignition coils.
– Remove bolts -4- and move earth wire clear.
– Detach wiring duct -2- from ball studs and press to one side.
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– Unscrew bolt -arrow- for ignition coil.

VAS 6919- .
Step 2 - removing spark plugs, cylinder bank (left-side):

– Take engine control unit - J623- out of bracket and move to
one side ⇒ Rep. gr. 24 ; Engine control unit .
– Release retainer -arrow-, detach wiring duct -1- from ball studs
and press to one side. If necessary, move electrical wiring
harness clear.
– Unplug connectors -2- for ignition coils.
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– Unscrew bolt -arrow- for ignition coil.

VAS 6919- .

- VAS 6919- and tighten to specified torque (see table of tight‐
ening torques for installation ⇒ page 83 ).
– Tighten bolts for ignition coils to specified torque (see table of
– Plug in connector on each ignition coil until it engages.
3.74.4 Lubricating ignition coils with output

stages
♦ Silicone paste
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Procedure:
– Grease all around sealing hose -arrow- of ignition coils with
silicone paste. The bead of grease should be 1-2 mm thick.
Note
♦ For the silicone paste to be used, refer to Electronic parts

catalogue (ETKA).
♦ New ignition coils are already lubricated when they are deliv‐
ered; it is not necessary to lubricate them again when instal‐
ling.
CAUTION
Ignition coils can be damaged irreparably if the wrong lubricant
is used.
– Use only the approved silicone paste.
3.75 Coolant level: checking (coolant level

must reach at least top marking on cool‐
ant expansion tank)
WARNING
Coolant expansion tank under pressure - risk of injuries!
♦ Only open coolant expansion tank when engine is cold.
CAUTION
Incorrect coolant additives can cause serious damage to vehi‐
cle components.
♦ The coolant additive G12EVO is not approved for engines
based on EA288 (A4 2.0 TDI).
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Note
♦ Specification for coolant level is top marking on coolant ex‐

pansion tank.
♦ Coolant additives may only be mixed with distilled water, as
the effectiveness of the coolant and the corrosion protection it
provides are greatly influenced by the quality of the water with
which the coolant is mixed. To ensure an adequate water
quality, the coolant additive should be mixed with distilled wa‐
ter.
♦ Only use approved coolant additives; refer to Electronic parts
catalogue (ETKA).
♦ Coolant additives G12EVO, G13 and G12++ may be mixed
together.
♦ G12EVO, G13 and G12++ may be mixed with coolant addi‐
tives G11, G12 and G12+.
♦ G12 and G11 must NOT be mixed together.
♦ Do not reuse coolant.
♦ Only use water/coolant additive as a lubricant for coolant ho‐
ses.
♦ It is permissible to operate the vehicle if the coolant level is
above the MAX marking on the coolant expansion tank (this is
by technical design). Do NOT extract coolant.
Checking coolant level and anti-freeze: all vehicles except 6-cyl.

diesel engine 3.0 TDI ⇒ page 87
Checking coolant level and anti-freeze: 6-cyl. diesel engine 3.0
TDI ⇒ page 89
Filling up coolant ⇒ page 91
3.75.1 Checking coolant level and anti-freeze:

all vehicles except 6-cyl. diesel engine
3.0 TDI
♦ Refractometer - T10007 A-
♦ Refractometer - VAS 531 005-

Type of service: Coolant level specification:
Delivery Inspection Coolant at least at level of MAX marking.
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Inspection Coolant at level of MAX marking.
Checking the cooling system for leaks is a repair measure and

Requirements:
• Anti-freeze protection must be guaranteed to -25 °C (in coun‐
tries with an arctic climate to -36 ℃); note specification in
Maintenance table.
• The proportion of coolant additive must not exceed 55 %
(gives anti-freeze protection down to -48 °C); beyond this con‐
centration the frost protection and the cooling efficiency are
reduced again.
• The vehicle must be parked on a level surface.
Step 1 - checking coolant level:
– Check coolant level (according to marking -illustration-) in
coolant expansion tank with engine cold.
– If coolant level is too low: Add required amount (using correct
mixture ratio) ⇒ page 91 .
– If fluid losses are greater than can be reasonably expected:
First use a leak test to determine the cause ⇒ Engine; Rep.
gr. 19 ; Cooling system/coolant; Checking cooling system for
leaks .
Step 2 - checking anti-freeze:

– Use a pipette to place a drop of coolant on glass of refractom‐
eter - T10007 A- . Light-dark border will now be clearly visible
through refractometer.
– Check level of anti-freeze protection using corresponding
scale on refractometer; to do so, read off value on light-dark
border.
– If anti-freeze protection level does not meet specification in
Maintenance table: Perform following measures:
Anti-freeze protection level: Evaluation/measure:

> Specification Depending on deviation from specification, remove a small amount of coolant
and replace it with distilled water. Repeat procedure until coolant mixture meets
correct specification.
< Specification Depending on deviation from specification, remove a small amount of coolant
and replace it with coolant additive. Repeat procedure until coolant mixture
meets correct specification.
– Check coolant additive concentration once more following

road test.
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Note
♦ The refractometer - T10007 A- must be used to determine the

current anti-freeze concentration.
♦ Scale -1- on the refractometer applies to coolant additives
G11, G12, G12+ and G12++.
♦ Scale -2- refers only to coolant additive G13.
♦ If more than one type of coolant additive has been used: Al‐
ways use the scale for G13 to determine the anti-freeze pro‐
tection.
♦ The temperature indicated on the refractometer - T10007 A-
corresponds to the temperature at which the first ice crystals
can form in the coolant.
♦ It is essential that anti-freeze be used in the cooling system all
year round. In the correct concentration, coolant additives pre‐
vent scaling and frost and corrosion damage, and also raise
the boiling point of the coolant.
♦ Because of its high boiling point, the coolant improves engine
reliability under heavy loads in countries with tropical climates.
3.75.2 Checking coolant level and anti-freeze:

6-cyl. diesel engine 3.0 TDI
♦ Refractometer - T10007 A-

Delivery Inspection Top edge of floater flush with opening in coolant expansion tank
Inspection Top edge of floater between MIN marking and opening in coolant expansion tank
Checking the cooling system for leaks is a repair measure and

Requirements:
• Anti-freeze protection must be guaranteed to -25 °C (in coun‐
tries with an arctic climate to -36 ℃); note specification in
Maintenance table.
• The proportion of coolant additive must not exceed 55 %
(gives anti-freeze protection down to -48 °C); beyond this con‐
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centration the frost protection and the cooling efficiency are

reduced again.
• The vehicle must be parked on a level surface.
Step 1 - checking coolant level:
– Check coolant level (according to marking -illustration-) in
coolant expansion tank with engine cold.
– If coolant level is too low: Add required amount (using correct
mixture ratio) ⇒ page 91 .
– If fluid losses are greater than can be reasonably expected:
First use a leak test to determine the cause ⇒ Engine; Rep.
gr. 19 ; Cooling system/coolant; Checking cooling system for
leaks .
Step 2 - checking anti-freeze:

– Use a pipette to place a drop of coolant on glass of refractom‐
eter - T10007 A- . Light-dark border will now be clearly visible
through refractometer.
– Check level of anti-freeze protection using corresponding
scale on refractometer; to do so, read off value on light-dark
border.
– If anti-freeze protection level does not meet specification in
Maintenance table: Perform following measures:
Anti-freeze protection level: Evaluation/measure:

> Specification Depending on deviation from specification, remove a small amount of coolant
and replace it with distilled water. Repeat procedure until coolant mixture meets
correct specification.
< Specification Depending on deviation from specification, remove a small amount of coolant
and replace it with coolant additive. Repeat procedure until coolant mixture
meets correct specification.
– Check coolant additive concentration once more following

road test.
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Note
♦ The refractometer - T10007 A- must be used to determine the

current anti-freeze concentration.
♦ Scale -1- on the refractometer applies to coolant additives
G11, G12, G12+ and G12++.
♦ Scale -2- refers only to coolant additive G13.
♦ If more than one type of coolant additive has been used: Al‐
ways use the scale for G13 to determine the anti-freeze pro‐
tection.
♦ The temperature indicated on the refractometer - T10007 A-
corresponds to the temperature at which the first ice crystals
can form in the coolant.
♦ It is essential that anti-freeze be used in the cooling system all
year round. In the correct concentration, coolant additives pre‐
vent scaling and frost and corrosion damage, and also raise
the boiling point of the coolant.
♦ Because of its high boiling point, the coolant improves engine
reliability under heavy loads in countries with tropical climates.
3.75.3 Filling cooling system

Frost protection to: Coolant additive: Water:
-25 °C approx. 40 % approx. 60 %
-36 °C approx. 50 % approx. 50 %
Procedure:
– Add required amount (using mixture ratio according to anti-
freeze protection specification in Maintenance table). Use the
table as a reference for the coolant mixture ratio.
Note
Small quantities of coolant can simply be topped up. Use the

cooling system charge unit - VAS 6096- to add larger quantities
of coolant.
3.76 Air cleaner: renewing filter element and

cleaning housing
Note
♦ Use only silicone-free lubricants when installing intake hoses.

♦ Secure all hose connections with hose clips (same as original
equipment); see Electronic parts catalogue (ETKA).
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Air cleaner housing: cleaning ⇒ page 98

4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI/2.0 TFSI (version 1) ⇒ page 92
4-cyl. petrol engine 2.0 TFSI (version 2) ⇒ page 93

(version 1)
♦ Torque screwdriver - V.A.G 1624- , measuring range 1 to 5
Nm
Nm
Component/fastener: [Nm]
Securing bolts for air cleaner (top section) 3.5
Step 1 - removing air filter element:

– Release hose clip and detach air pipe.
– Remove securing bolts and detach air cleaner (top section)
-1-.
– Turn filter element in anti-clockwise direction -arrow A- and

remove it.
Step 2 - installing air filter element:

– Check for dirt in housing and water drains and clean if neces‐
sary ⇒ page 98 .
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– Fit new filter element in air cleaner (top section) and turn it in
clockwise direction -arrow B- until it engages.
– Place top section of air cleaner onto bottom section of air
cleaner without applying any significant force. Ensure that top
and bottom sections of air cleaner are flush.
– Fit securing bolts in air cleaner (top section) and tighten to
specified torque (see table of tightening torques for installation
⇒ page 92 ).
– Attach air pipe to air cleaner (top section) and fit hose clip.
Note
There is more than one version of the air cleaner for the 4-cylinder
2.0 TFSI petrol engine ⇒ page 93 .
3.76.2 4-cyl. petrol engine 2.0 TFSI (version 2)

Nm
Nm

– Release hose clip and detach air pipe.
– Unplug electrical connector -2- for air mass meter - G70- .
-1-.
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– Press release tab, turn filter element in anti-clockwise direction

-arrow A- and remove it.

sary ⇒ page 98 .
⇒ page 93 ).
Note
There is more than one version of the air cleaner for the 4-cylinder
2.0 TFSI petrol engine ⇒ page 92 .

Nm
Securing bolts for air filter element 1.5
Removal steps:
– Remove lock carrier cover ⇒ General body repairs, exterior;
Rep. gr. 63 ; Bumper (front) .
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– Remove bolts -arrows- and detach air duct -2-.
– Release hose clip -2- and detach air pipe.

– Remove securing bolts and detach air cleaner (top section).
– Remove filter element from air cleaner (top section) by un‐

screwing both bolts -arrows-.

– Check for dirt in housing and water drains -arrow- and clean if
necessary ⇒ page 98 .
– Insert new air filter element centrally in mounting in air cleaner

(top section). Tab of air filter element -1- must rest against tab
of air cleaner (top section) -2-.
⇒ page 94 ).

Nm
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Nm

– Release hose clips -arrows- and detach air pipe -1-.

– Move fuel hoses -3- clear and push to one side.
-1-.


sary ⇒ page 98 .
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⇒ page 96 ).

Nm
Nm

– Release hose clips -arrows- and detach air pipe -1-.

– Move fuel hoses -3- clear and push to one side.
-1-.
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sary ⇒ page 98 .
⇒ page 97 ).
3.76.6 Cleaning air cleaner housing

Procedure:
– Remove any loose dirt or leaves out of air cleaner housing (top
and bottom sections).
– Check whether water drain hose in air cleaner (bottom section)
is dirty or blocked and clean if necessary.
Note
♦ When cleaning air cleaner housing with compressed air: Cov‐

er air mass meter with a clean cloth.
♦ On vehicles for cold countries, the snow screen in the intake
section must also be cleaned; see specification in ELSA Main‐
tenance table.
3.77 Dust and pollen filter: renewing

The dust and pollen filter is fitted under the glove box.
Removal steps:
– On vehicles with special equipment used by driving schools:
Remove pedal cluster if necessary; see installation instruc‐
tions for equipment for driving schools.
Step 1 - removing filter element:
– Cover footwell beneath dust and pollen filter with paper.
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– Remove screw fasteners -A- and detach insulating mat -B-.
– Release retaining tabs -A-, swivel cover -B- for aperture down
and detach.
– Pull filter element -E- out of aperture in direction of -arrow-.
Step 2 - installing filter element:

– Clean aperture with a vacuum cleaner before fitting new filter
element.
– Fit new filter element -E- correctly: arrow -D- points towards
fresh air blower.
Note
If the retainers -A- for the cover -B- are broken off on the heating
and air conditioning unit or on the service cover, the service cover
can also be secured to the heating and air conditioning unit using
four self-tapping screws -C- (e.g. 3.5 x 16 mm or 4.9 x 16 mm;
see Electronic parts catalogue ETKA). To do so, drill holes (4.5
mm diameter) in the cover -B- at attaching points marked -C-.
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3.78 Water separator (fuel filter): draining

WARNING
Fuel is hot and under pressure - risk of injuries!
♦ Put on protective gloves.
♦ Put on safety goggles.
♦ Loosen draining valve carefully.

♦ Diesel extractor - VAS 5226-

Nm
Fastener Tightening torque
[Nm]
Bolts for cover of filter housing 4
The water separator filter is located in the engine compartment.
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Procedure:
– Attach hose to water drain plug -5- on cover of filter housing.
Place opposite end of hose in appropriate container.
– Start engine. System pressure is necessary for draining fuel
filter.
– Open water drain plug slowly until water begins to drain.
– When diesel fuel begins to drain: Screw water drain plug back
in.
– Turn off engine and disconnect hose from water drain plug.
– Tighten water drain plug -5- to specified torque (see table of
3.79 Fuel filter: renewing

WARNING
Fuel is hot and under pressure - risk of injuries!
♦ Put on protective gloves.
♦ Put on safety goggles.
♦ Allow connections of fuel lines to cool down.
♦ Place cloths around connections and loosen them carefully.

♦ Hose clip pliers - VAS 6362-

Nm
♦ Reservoir
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[Nm]
Nuts for bracket 8
The fuel filter is located on the underbody.

Removal steps:
– Remove underbody trim (right-side) ⇒ General body repairs,
exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Underbody trim; Removing and instal‐
ling underbody trim .
Step 1 - removing fuel filter:
– Observe the safety precautions when working on the fuel sys‐
tem ⇒ Fuel supply system, diesel engines; Rep. gr. 00 ; Safety
precautions; Safety precautions when working on the fuel sys‐
tem .
– Unscrew nut -1-.
– Swivel bracket -2- downwards, disengage it from mounting
points -arrows- and detach it.
– Place drip tray under fuel filter cartridge.
– Using hose clip pliers, disconnect fuel supply hoses -1- and
-3- at T-piece and leading to aluminium pipe, and remove fuel
filter -2- along with fuel supply hoses.
Step 2 - installing fuel filter:

Install in reverse sequence. Note tightening torques (see table of
Flow direction for fuel filter cartridge is indicated by arrows on filter
housing.
– Then bleed fuel system ⇒ Engine; Rep. gr. 23 ; Injection sys‐
tem; Filling/bleeding fuel system .
Note
♦ Do not loosen spring-type clips on fuel filter.

♦ Renew spring-type clips on T-piece and leading to aluminium
pipe.
3.80 Water separator filter: renewing

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♦ Diesel extractor - VAS 5226-

Nm
[Nm]
Bolts for cover of filter housing 4
The water separator filter is located in the engine compartment.

Step 1 - removing:
– Fit hose of diesel extractor - VAS 5226- together with suitable
adapter onto water drain plug -11-.
– Open water drain plug -11-.
– Operate diesel extractor - VAS 5226- until no more diesel
emerges.
– Hand-tighten water drain plug -11-.
– Unscrew bolts -12- and lift cover of filter housing to one side
(fuel hoses remain connected).
– Remove filter element -5- and seals from filter housing -2-.
– Use diesel extractor - VAS 5226- to draw off remaining diesel
fuel.
– Clean filter housing -2-.
Step 2 - installing:
– Insert new filter element in filter housing so that it is centred.
– Fit new seals.
– Fit and align cover of filter housing.
– Fit bolts for cover of filter housing and tighten to specified tor‐
que (see table of tightening torques for installation
⇒ page 103 ).
– Finally, bleed fuel system ⇒ Rep. gr. 23 ; Injection system;
Filling/bleeding fuel system .
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3.81 Fuel tank: adding fuel additive

♦ Or: multi-purpose additive for petrol fuels - G 001 780 M3-

China, Middle East Russia India
VW 507 53 B: Applies to all petrol VW 507 53 B: Applies to all petrol VW 507 53 B: Applies to all petrol
engines engines engines
VW 507 53 A: Applies to all petrol VW 507 53 A: Applies to all petrol
engines except g-tron and E85 flex‐ engines except g-tron and E85 flex‐
ible fuel ible fuel
Multi-purpose additive for petrol Multi-purpose additive for petrol Multi-purpose additive for petrol
fuels - G 001 780 M3- fuels - G 001 780 M3- fuels - G 001 780 M3-
This maintenance item only applies to certain countries: Note

specification in Maintenance table.
Procedure:
– Follow measuring guidelines on fuel additive container and
add fuel additive to fuel tank according to current fuel tank
level.
Note
♦ Use only fuel additives that correspond to the standard VW

507 53 A or VW 507 53 B.
♦ After adding fuel additive, it is very important to tell the cus‐
tomer to fill up the fuel tank.
3.82 Reducing agent (AdBlue®): filling up

tank completely
WARNING
Risk of injury due to contact with reducing agent!
♦ Do not kink lines of filling device/refuelling system.
♦ If you come into contact with this liquid: Rinse it off immedi‐
ately with plenty of water and contact a medical professional.
CAUTION
Risk of damage to trim and body components due to contact
with reducing agent!
♦ Do not kink lines of filling device/refuelling system.
♦ Clean the affected areas with clean water and a cotton cloth.
♦ Remove any crystallised reducing agent using warm water
and a sponge.
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Note
♦ The reducing agent is statutory for vehicles with SCR system.

♦ The reducing agent is used for the after-treatment of exhaust
gases of diesel-engined vehicles, i.e. to reduce the level of
nitrogen oxides.
♦ The reducing agent is not a diesel additive and must not be
filled into the diesel fuel tank.
♦ Do not add any additives to the reducing agent, and do not
dilute it with water.
♦ Only use the reducing agent as supplied in its original con‐
tainer.
♦ In addition, please observe the reducing agent manufacturer's
notices on usage and storage.
♦ Both filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542- and AdBlue refuel‐
ling system - VAS 6960- can be used to fill up the reducing
agent.
Filling up reducing agent (AdBlue®) using filling device for AdBlue

- VAS 6542- ⇒ page 105
Filling up reducing agent (AdBlue®) using AdBlue refuelling sys‐
tem - VAS 6960- ⇒ page 108
3.82.1 Filling up reducing agent (AdBlue®) us‐

ing filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542-
♦ Filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542-
♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931-
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♦ Mounting plate - V.A.G 1383A/1-
Components of filling device -VAS 6542-
1 - Breather connection for re‐

ducing agent container
2 - Union nut for reducing
agent container
3 - Cut-off valve for breather
line
4 - Quick-release coupling on
breather line
5 - Filler line
6 - Cut-off valve for filler line
7 - Union nut for tank filler neck
8 - Breather line
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Procedure:
– Open tank flap and unscrew cap of reducing agent tank.
– Clean filler neck of tank for reducing agent with a lint-free cot‐
ton cloth soaked with water.
– Close cut-off valves of breather and filler lines of filling device
for AdBlue - VAS 6542- .
– Apply filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542- to reducing agent
container (see Electronic parts catalogue, ETKA) and screw it
on as far as stop.
– Position reducing agent container on engine and gearbox jack
- VAS 6931- with mounting plate - V.A.G 1383A/1- . The dif‐
ference in height of the reducing agent container and the filler
neck of the tank for reducing agent must be between
60 - 80 cm -dimension A-.
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– Position filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542- on filler neck on

vehicle and screw it on as far as stop.
– Open cut-off valve for breather line.
– Open cut-off valve for filler line and fill reducing agent tank of
vehicle completely. Tank is completely full when container
contracts and bleeder line fills with liquid.
– Close cut-off valve for filler line.
– Close cut-off valve for breather line.
– Disconnect quick-release coupling on breather line and let any
excess liquid flow into a suitable container.
– Unscrew filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542- from tank filler
neck.
– Clean filler neck of reducing agent tank and filler cap with a
lint-free cotton cloth soaked with water.
– Screw filler cap onto reducing agent tank.
– Take container off mounting plate and put it on the floor.
– Open cut-off valve on filler line and let remaining liquid drain
back into container.
– Unscrew filling device for AdBlue - VAS 6542- from container.
Note
It is possible to overfill the reducing agent tank when using a filling

device which operates using gravity. When filling the tank using
VAS 6542 (or other filling device which operates in the same way),
disconnect it from the vehicle immediately once filling is comple‐
ted.
3.82.2 Filling up reducing agent (AdBlue®) us‐

ing AdBlue refuelling system - VAS
6960-
♦ AdBlue refuelling system - VAS 6960-
Procedure:
– Open tank flap and unscrew filler cap for reducing agent tank.
– Clean filler neck of tank for reducing agent with a lint-free cot‐
ton cloth soaked with water.
– Insert nozzle of AdBlue refuelling system - VAS 6960- into filler
neck of reducing agent tank.
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– Operate nozzle to fill up reducing agent completely.

– Remove nozzle from filler neck of reducing agent tank.
– Clean filler neck of reducing agent tank and filler cap with a
lint-free cotton cloth soaked with water.
– Screw filler cap onto reducing agent tank.
Note
♦ Observe operating instructions for AdBlue refuelling system -

VAS 6960- .
♦ Nozzle of AdBlue refuelling system - VAS 6960- switches off
automatically when maximum fill level is reached.
3.83 Natural gas system: checking for dam‐

age and leaks
DANGER
Risk of explosion due to escaped natural gas!
♦ Keep any ignition sources away from the vicinity of the nat‐
ural gas system.
♦ If you suspect a leak, follow the steps described immediately
⇒ page 117 .
♦ Service and repairs on the natural gas system may only be
performed by specially trained staff ⇒ Natural gas engines
- General information; Rep. gr. 00 ; Safety briefing/employ‐
ee qualification .
WARNING
Risk of suffocation due to escaped natural gas!
♦ If you suspect a leak, follow the steps described immediately
⇒ page 117 .
♦ Service and repairs on the natural gas system may only be
performed by specially trained staff

♦ Gas leak detector - VAS 6227-
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♦ Hand wheel - T50026-
♦ Socket wrench -T40333-

♦ Explosion-proof LED battery lamp - VAS 6901-
♦ Engine and gearbox jack - VAS 6931-
♦ Adapters - T40173/2-
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♦ Gearbox support - T40173-
♦ Support elements - T40173/3-
♦ Bracket - T10351-
♦ Endoscope - VAS 6785A- , VAS 6748A or VAS 6748B (probe

head diameter max. 4 mm)
♦ Extension - T40333-
♦ Hand mirror
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Note
♦ Work on the natural gas system itself may only be carried out
by specially trained staff at a work station for natural gas ve‐
hicles!
♦ When checking the natural gas system, also observe any legal
requirements valid in your market regarding the qualification
of employees, documentation or additional checks.
♦ When working on the natural gas tanks, take care not to dam‐
age the surface of the tanks. If necessary, protect the tank
surface using suitable workshop materials.
♦ For general notes on working on a natural gas system, refer
to the Workshop Manual under Power unit -> Natural gas en‐
gines - General information.
Natural gas can escape from pressurised natural gas tanks.

Natural gas is highly flammable and forms flammable air-vapour
mixtures.
Natural gas is NOT odourless: it has been mixed with strong-
smelling additives.
Natural gas can cause drowsiness and respiratory damage if in‐
haled. In high concentrations there is a danger of suffocation due
to lack of oxygen.
Requirements:
• All areas of natural gas system that require testing must be
accessible.
• Exhaust emissions warning lamp must not light up in dash
panel insert.
• Natural gas tank must be at least 80% full.
• Ensure that the work area is free of draughts when performing
the leak test with the gas leak detector. A draught over 1.8 km/
h (slow gust of air) will cause incorrect measurement results.
Removal steps:
– Remove engine cover panel.
– Remove underbody trim for natural gas tanks ⇒ General body
repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Underbody trim .
– Remove heat shields for natural gas tanks ⇒ General body
repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Heat shields .
Step 1 - checking for damage:
– Check components of natural gas system in engine compart‐
ment for damage.
– In addition, check that rubber plug of pressure relief valve
-arrow- is fitted on gas pressure regulator -A20-12001-.
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– Check condition of natural gas filler connection -9- and clean

it if necessary.
– Raise vehicle.
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– Detach underbody trim (centre left) -A66-11781 no. 4- so that

natural gas line is visible underneath -A20-11859 no. 11- ⇒
General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 66 ; Underbody trim .
– Check natural gas line for damage.
Checking natural gas tanks:
– Remove tank 1 -A20-11859 no. 8- ⇒ Fuel supply system - g-
tron; Rep. gr. 20 ; Fuel tanks; Removing and installing fuel
tanks .
– Check tank 1 all over for damage ⇒ Natural gas engines -
General information; Rep. gr. 20 ; Fuel tanks .
– Read factory label of natural gas tank to check expiry date.
– If expiry date is past: Renew natural gas tank ⇒ Rep. gr. 20 ;
Fuel tanks; Removing and installing natural gas fuel tanks .
– Check tanks 2, 3, 4 -A20-11859 nos. 4, 6, 7- for damage. Use
endoscope - VAS 6785A- to check upper area of tank and
hand mirror to check more accessible areas.
– In the event of irregularities, assess them with the help of the
damage examples given in ⇒ Natural gas engines - General
information; Rep. gr. 20 ; Fuel tanks .
– Read factory label of natural gas tank to check expiry date.
– If expiry date is past: Renew natural gas tank ⇒ Rep. gr. 20 ;
Fuel tanks; Removing and installing natural gas fuel tanks .
– Damaged tanks or components must be renewed and then
checked as part of a gas system inspection.
Note
♦ If you are unsure of the damage situation in relation to the

damage catalogue when performing the test procedure speci‐
fied above, remove the corresponding tanks and perform suf‐
ficient tests.
♦ A gas system inspection according to the regulations in the
relevant country must be performed after a tank has been re‐
moved and installed.
Step 2 - setting gas system to operating status:

The system must be at least 80 % filled with natural gas in order
to check for leaks.
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– Using hand wheel - T50026- and extension - T40333- , ensure

that all four mechanical shut-off valves N361, N362, N363 and
N429 are fully open.
– Start engine to set pressure levels in gas system to operating
status.
– Check whether green CNG light appears in the instrument
cluster to ensure that vehicle has been started in natural gas
mode.
– Switch engine off again.
Step 3 - checking for leaks:

When performing the leak test with the gas leak detector - VAS
6227- :
♦ Check for leaks all around all threaded connections of the gas
system several times (from each 90° angle) and at all joints
-arrows-.
♦ The tester head must be no further than 5 mm from the area/
component being checked. Measurements are not possible at
distances greater than 5 mm.
♦ Gas leak detector can only detect whether there is natural gas
in the ambient air.
♦ The results of the test using the gas leak detector are only
satisfactory if the green LED for »O.K.« lights up.
♦ If a yellow or red LED lights up, a leak detector spray must be
used to verify definitively whether gas is actually escaping
from the vehicle system. When using the leak detector spray,
bubbles must not emerge from the sprayed area during a test
period of three minutes.
– Check natural gas filler connection for leaks in area of opening

-arrow- with filler cap removed.
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– Check for leaks at connecting piece adjoining non-return valve

-arrow- and at all threaded connections -arrows- to gas lines.
– Check for leaks at threaded connections -arrow- for fuel tank

shut-off valve 1 - N361- , fuel tank shut-off valve 2 - N362- ,
fuel tank shut-off valve 3 - N363- and fuel tank shut-off valve
4 - N429- on respective natural gas tank.
– At each fuel tank shut-off valve, check for leaks at threaded

connections for mechanical shut-off valve -arrow- and for ther‐
mal fuse -arrow-, as well as at threaded connections for elec‐
tromagnetic valve and for natural gas line -arrows-.
– Check for leaks at gas pressure regulator (in left of engine

compartment at wheel housing) in area of high-pressure pipe
and low-pressure pipe connections -arrows-, at threaded con‐
nection of high-pressure valve for gas mode - N372- -arrow-
and at threaded connection and electrical connector for sensor
module -GX23- -arrows-.
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– Check for leaks at gas rail in area of connection for flexible

low-pressure pipe -3-, at threaded connection and electrical
connector for temperature and pressure sensor -GX21- -2-
and at all four gas injection valves N366 to N369 -1-.
– Any leaking components must be renewed and then checked
as part of a gas system inspection.
Note
♦ Maintain order and cleanliness when working on the natural

gas system.
♦ Further information on the natural gas system and fuel tanks
can be found in ⇒ Natural gas engines - General information;
Rep. gr. 20 ; Fuel tanks .
3.83.1 If you suspect a leak, take the following

steps immediately
♦ Hand wheel - T50026-
♦ Extension -T40333-
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Procedure:
– Close all four fuel tank shut-off valves -1- and -2- manually
using extension -T40333- and hand wheel - T50026- .
– Ventilate the work area.
– Immediately inform staff with special gas system training to
determine how to proceed.
Note
If natural gas continues to escape (noticeable odour) after the fuel

tank shut-off valves have been closed, the vehicle must be moved
outdoors and marked accordingly.
3.84 Service display for checking natural gas

system: resetting
Note
♦ Applies for vehicles with natural gas drive from model year
2019 onwards
♦ The test program Predelivery inspection total may also
be used for the Delivery Inspection.
♦ Check natural gas system before resetting specific interval
display for vehicles with natural gas system (observe country-
specific legal requirements for checking gas systems).
Procedure:
v and press Apply .
– Switch to “Special functions” tab.

– “ ”Select “17 - Service display for checking CNG system: Re‐
set”.
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3.85 Filler connection for natural gas: check‐

ing condition and cleaning if necessary
Procedure:
– Open tank flap and check condition of cap -1-.
– Remove cap in direction of -arrow-.
– Ensure that seal -2- is present and check its condition.
– If damage is found: Renew seal.
– Check filler connection for natural gas on outside and inside
for dirt and damage.
– If filler connection is dirty: clean with compressed air and/or a
dry cloth. This will not damage filler connection.
3.86 Vehicle doors: removing edge protec‐

tion
Procedure:
– Carefully remove edge protection from all vehicle doors.
3.87 Vehicle exterior: checking unprotected

areas for dirt, and cleaning if necessary
Procedure:
– Check unprotected areas of vehicle exterior not covered by
car cover or protective transport film for dirt/soiling.
– Clean any dirty areas.
3.88 Vehicle exterior: removing protective

film
Procedure:
– Remove protective film carefully and completely.
3.89 Vehicle cover: checking position and

correcting if necessary
Procedure:
– Check, and if necessary, correct position of vehicle cover on
vehicle body.
– Check, and if necessary, correct position of protective trans‐
port film.
3.90 Vehicle cover: removing according to

manufacturer's instructions
Procedure:
– Vehicle cover: Remove according to manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
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3.91 Paintwork, trims, side windows and wip‐

er blades: checking cleanliness
Procedure:
– Check that exterior paintwork, trims, side windows and wiper
blades are clean.
– Clean any dirty components.
3.92 Body: checking vehicle paintwork for

damage and corrosion from below and
with bonnet, rear lid and doors open
Procedure:
– Open all vehicle doors, bonnet and rear lid.
– Check vehicle paintwork on inside and outside of body for
damage and corrosion.
– Rectify defects of any kind (repair measure).
3.93 Vehicles parked outdoors: locking

Procedure:
– Use vehicle key to lock vehicle if it is parked outdoors.
3.94 Road test

Procedure:
– The following points must be checked during the road test:
♦ Engine: performance, misfiring, idling speed, acceleration,
starting behaviour (engine cold and warm), engine noise
♦ Clutch: pulling away, pedal pressure, odours, noise due to
load change
♦ Manual gearbox: ease of operation, gear lever position, gear‐
box noise
♦ Automatic gearbox: selector lever position, shift lock / ignition
key lock, gearbox noise, kickdown, shift behaviour, instrument
cluster display
♦ Brake pedal and handbrake: operation, travel and effective‐
ness, pulling to one side, response (delayed braking), judder‐
ing, squeal
♦ ABS function: pulsing must be felt at brake pedal when per‐
forming ABS-controlled braking.
♦ Steering: operation, steering free play, steering wheel central‐
ised when wheels are in straight-ahead position, moving off
line when travelling straight
♦ Imbalance: wheels, drive shafts
♦ Wheel bearings: noises
♦ Roof insert: unusual noise during operation
♦ Horn: checking
Note
To what extent all of these can be checked depends on vehicle

equipment and local conditions (urban/country).
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3.95 Stock vehicles: observing measures

specified in Maintenance table for stock
vehicles (see “Before handing vehicle
over to customer”)
This maintenance item only applies to stock vehicles.
Procedure:
– Before handing vehicle over to customer: Check whether the
following three measures for stock vehicles (as specified in the
Maintenance table) are due, and carry them out as necessary:
♦ For vehicles older than 12 months (from date of manufacture):
Renew brake fluid ⇒ page 29 .
♦ For vehicles with defective battery: Renew battery ⇒ Rep. gr.
27 ; Battery; Removing and installing battery .
♦ Check brake discs for surface rust; if necessary, operate
brakes to remove rust according to manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
– Record measures performed in maintenance table for stock
vehicles.
3.96 Accessories: installing

Procedure:
– Place any accessories included with the vehicle in the vehicle
tool kit.
Note
♦ The available accessories may vary according to model,

equipment and market.
♦ Depending on the vehicle model, the accessories may be
found in the luggage compartment, glove box or supplied
pack.
3.97 Checklist "Documentation of cleaning

and care routine": checking that list is
present
Procedure:
– Check that checklist “Documentation of cleaning and care rou‐
tine” is in glove box or front passenger footwell. This checklist
is only present in vehicles which remained with the importer or
manufacturer longer than 14 days without being transported
further; it documents all cleaning and care work carried out
there.
– If missing, place checklist “Documentation of cleaning and
care routine” in glove box.
3.98 “Stock vehicle maintenance” checklist:

signing and placing in vehicle wallet
Procedure:
– Sign “Stock vehicle maintenance” checklist and place it in ve‐
hicle wallet.
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3.99 Cleaning and care: checking that re‐

quired measures have been carried out
on time
Procedure:
– Check that all cleaning and care measures due previously
were carried out on time.
– Carry out and document any cleaning and care which is due.
3.100 Stock vehicle care management: decid‐

ing and recording date of next check
Procedure:
– Decide date of next check with person in charge of stock ve‐
hicle care management.
– Record chosen date in maintenance table.
3.101 Display instruments: setting time and

date
Procedure:
– Change settings of display instruments: Refer to Operating
Manual for radio/sound system/MMI system.
3.102 Manual gearbox/automatic gearbox: se‐

lecting 1st gear/park
Procedure:
Vehicles with manual gearbox: Select 1st gear.
Vehicles with automatic gearbox: Select park position.
3.103 Dual clutch gearbox (S tronic): changing

ATF
Procedure:
– Change ATF according to instructions in Workshop Manual ⇒
7-speed dual clutch gearbox 0CJ, 0CK, 0CL, 0DN; Rep. gr.
34 ; ATF; Draining and filling ATF .
3.104 Interior mirror: calibrating compass

Procedure:
– Calibrate compass according to Workshop Manual ⇒ General
body repairs, interior; Rep. gr. 68 ; Interior mirror; Calibrating
digital compass .
3.105 Instrument cluster: resetting driver infor‐

mation system
Procedure:
– Reset single journey memory and total journey memory of
driver information system; refer to vehicle Owner's Manual.
3.106 Poly V-belt for ancillaries: renewing

Procedure:
– Renew poly V-belt for ancillaries according to specifications in
Workshop Manual ⇒ 4-cylinder TDI engine, 2.0 ltr. 4-valve
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common rail (EA 288 Gen. I); Rep. gr. 13 ; Cylinder block
(pulley end); Removing and installing poly V-belt .
3.107 Toothed belt for coolant pump drive:

checking
Checking condition of toothed belt - 1.4 TFSI engines:
– Remove toothed belt cover ⇒ 4-cylinder direct injection engine

(1.4 ltr. 4-valve TFSI EA211); Rep. gr. 19 ; Coolant pump/
thermostat assembly; Removing and installing coolant pump .
– Turn bolt securing pulley to turn crankshaft in direction of nor‐
mal engine rotation; check entire length of toothed belt for the
following:
♦ Cracks, cross-sectional fractures, tears (on toothed belt cover
side) -arrow-
♦ Wear along edges
♦ Fraying of cord strands
♦ Tears (on toothed side) -arrow-
♦ Layer separation (toothed belt body, cord strands)
♦ Surface cracks (synthetic coating)
♦ Traces of oil and grease
Note
It is essential to renew the toothed belt if faults are found. This will
prevent failures and malfunctions. Renewing the toothed belt is a
repair measure.
3.108 Toothed belt for camshaft drive: renew‐

ing
Procedure:
– Renew toothed belt for camshaft drive according to specifica‐
tions in Workshop Manual ⇒ ; Rep. gr. 15 ; Toothed belt drive;
Removing and installing toothed belt .
3.109 Toothed belt for camshaft drive and ten‐

sioning roller: renewing
Procedure:
– Renew toothed belt for camshaft drive according to specifica‐
tions in Workshop Manual ⇒ ; Rep. gr. 15 ; Toothed belt drive;
Removing and installing toothed belt .
– Renew tensioning roller according to Workshop Manual ⇒ ;
Rep. gr. 15 ; Toothed belt drive; Exploded view - toothed belt .
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4 Exhaust emissions test
Note
♦ Please observe the statutory regulations applicable to your

country.
♦ The exhaust emissions test described below conforms to the
statutory regulations applicable in Germany.
Petrol engines: performing exhaust emissions test ⇒ page 124

Diesel engines: performing exhaust emissions test ⇒ page 131
4.1 Petrol engines: performing exhaust

emissions test
Note
♦ The following description refers to vehicles equipped with on-

board diagnosis (OBD) with a closed-loop catalytic converter.
♦ The OBD monitors all components and (sub)systems which
affect the exhaust gas quality.

♦ Emissions test station - VAS 6300-
♦ Adapter wire, OBD communication - VAS 5052/16-1-
Note
♦ In order for the exhaust emissions test to be carried out, all

components of the emissions test station - VAS 6300- must
be properly plugged in and connected to one another as speci‐
fied in the operating instructions.
♦ All the required steps are displayed on the emissions test sta‐
tion - VAS 6300- .
Test requirements
• All test requirements and data for the exhaust emissions test
are stated on the exhaust emissions test data sheet for the
required engine.
• If the specifications for the exhaust emissions test will be
scanned in using a bar code, the data sheet must be available
as a printout.
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• Automatic gearbox: selector lever in position “P” or “N”

• Manual gearbox: gear lever in neutral
• Handbrake applied
– Follow instructions shown on display.
Start screen
– Select “Emissions test” button -arrow-.
An overview of exhaust emissions test types will appear.
– Select “Emissions test, petrol” -arrow-.

A display for the warm-up period will be shown.
– Continue exhaust emissions test according to the instructions

on the display.
– When the options for the exhaust emissions test specifications

are shown, select the option required -arrow-:
♦ Either “Standard specifications” (for an initial exhaust emis‐
sions test)
♦ Or “Last vehicle” (to repeat a previous exhaust emissions test)
– Confirm Next -item 1- on display.
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Entering vehicle data

The input menu for vehicle data will be shown.
– Enter the following data from the registration document (part
1):
♦ -1- Vehicle manufacturer, e.g. Audi
♦ -2- Vehicle model, e.g. A6 / 4G
♦ -3- Code for 14.1, e.g. 0572
♦ -4- Code for 2.1, e.g. 0588
♦ -5- Code for 2.2, e.g. 846
♦ -6- Engine code: e.g. CHVA
♦ -7- Number plate: e.g. IN-MV 1234
♦ -8- Vehicle identification number, e.g.
WAUZZZ4GZAN001234
– Enter mileage (km), e.g. 33350, at -item 9-.
Note
♦ Additional functions can be selected using the Go to button.

♦ The Go to button can be used to cancel the test.
– Select “With OBD” -arrow-.

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Entering exhaust emissions test specifications
Note
♦ The specifications must be entered manually if they are not

available as a bar code.
♦ Refer to ⇒ Data sheets for exhaust emissions test (for required
engine) for all test requirements and data for the exhaust
emissions test.
Entering exhaust emissions test specifications manually

– Follow instructions on display to enter data manually.
– Enter data listed on emissions test data sheet under “Test val‐
ues for exhaust emissions test” on display in following order:
1- Test engine speed (idling speed)
2- Warm-up period of catalytic converter
3- Engine temperature
4- Increased idling speed
5- CO content at increased idling speed
6- Lambda at increased idling speed
7- Idling speed
8- Select control probe type: either »two-state probe« or
»broad-band probe« -item 1-.
9- Lambda probe value
– Once you have entered all data correctly, confirm your entry
with Next button -arrow-.
Entering exhaust emissions test specifications with a bar code

– If exhaust emissions test specifications are available as a bar
code, use scanner pen to scan bar code on data sheet.
All required data will be shown on display.
– Press ► button -arrow- to continue procedure.
Visual inspection
– Inspect all components relevant to exhaust emissions.
– Check that all components of exhaust system are fitted, com‐
plete and free of leaks and damage.
– If results of inspection are OK, press button for “OK” -arrow-.
Note
Pressing the button for “Not OK” will start a test.

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Plugging in diagnostic connector

The screen for the visual inspection must be shown with prompts
to plug in the diagnostic connector -arrow A- and to check exhaust
emissions warning lamp -arrow B-.
– Follow instructions shown on display -arrow A- and

-arrow B-.
– Plug connector of diagnosis cable into EOBD connection.
Visual check of exhaust emissions warning lamp with engine off

– Check exhaust emissions warning lamp.
– If lamp lights up, press button for “Lamp on” -arrow C-.
Note
The exhaust emissions test is failed if the exhaust emissions

warning lamp does not light up during the visual check.

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Visual check of exhaust emissions warning lamp with engine on

– Start engine and confirm that it is running by selecting “Yes”
on display.
– Check exhaust emissions warning lamp; it must not light up or
flash.
– Insert emission probe into exhaust pipe.
Note
Do not continue the exhaust emissions test until the test probe is
in the exhaust pipe.
The system will automatically switch over to a test readiness

check.
This checks that all test readiness checks supported by the con‐
trol unit have been carried out.
– Confirm status of exhaust emissions warning lamp -arrow-.
Note
♦ If all the display values are set to zero, a control probe test will
not be performed.
♦ If not all the display values are set to zero, a control probe test
will be performed in a later step.
Catalytic converter temperature conditioning

The system will automatically switch over to the warm-up phase
of the catalytic converter.
The measurement starts when the engine has reached the re‐
quired speed.
– Keep engine speed within required range.
The remaining time for carrying out the warm-up phase will be
shown -arrow A-.
Warm-up period
The system will automatically switch over to the screen for meas‐
uring the engine temperature.
Note
This screen is only shown if the engine temperature has not yet
reached 80 degrees Celsius.
– Bring engine up to required temperature.

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Measurement at increased idling speed

uring at increased idling speed.
quired speed.
Note
♦ You can skip the measurement by pressing the ► button (the

emissions test will be failed).
♦ You can reset the test values with the ← button and repeat the
test.

The remaining time for carrying out the measurement will be
shown -arrow A-.
Measuring idling speed and CO content

The system will automatically switch over to the screen for idling
speed and CO content.
quired speed.
shown -arrow A-.
Control probe test
Note
The control probe test cannot be carried out unless all values dis‐
played from the test readiness check are NOT set to zero.
The system will automatically switch over to the screen for the
control probe test.
Note
The control probe test is carried out individually for each Lambda
probe.
quired speed.
shown -arrow A-.

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Evaluation
Once the exhaust emissions test is completed, the test log is dis‐
played on the screen.
The result of the test will be shown.
You can enter remarks on the exhaust emissions test here
-arrow A-. These will be added to the test log.
– If emissions test is passed, select date and “Emissions test
seal granted” from drop-down menu -arrow B-.
– Confirm with “Yes” -arrow C-.
Printing
Following confirmation, two test certificates will be printed auto‐
matically.
– If additional certificates are required, press button for “Print”
-arrow A-.
– Remove emission probe from exhaust pipe.
– Then press ► button -arrow B-.
The exhaust emissions test is completed; a new test can now be
performed.
4.2 Diesel engines: performing exhaust

emissions test
Note
♦ The following description refers to vehicles equipped with on-

board diagnosis (OBD).
♦ The OBD monitors all components and (sub)systems which
affect the exhaust gas quality.

♦ Emissions test station - VAS 6300-
♦ Adapter wire, OBD communication - VAS 5052/16-1-

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Note
♦ In order for the exhaust emissions test to be carried out, all

components of the emissions test station - VAS 6300- must
be properly plugged in and connected to one another as speci‐
fied in the operating instructions.
♦ All the required steps are displayed on the emissions test sta‐
tion - VAS 6300- .
Test requirements
• All test requirements and data for the exhaust emissions test
are stated on the exhaust emissions test data sheet for the
required engine.
• If the specifications for the exhaust emissions test will be
scanned in using a bar code, the data sheet must be available
as a printout.
• Automatic gearbox: selector lever in position “P” or “N”
• Manual gearbox: gear lever in neutral
• Handbrake applied
Start screen
– Select “Emissions test” button -arrow-.
An overview of exhaust emissions test types will appear.
– Select “Emissions test, diesel” -arrow-.

A display for the warm-up period will be shown.

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– Continue exhaust emissions test according to the instructions

on the display.
– When the options for the exhaust emissions test specifications

are shown, select the option required -arrow-:
♦ Either “Standard specifications” (for an initial exhaust emis‐
sions test)
♦ Or “Last vehicle” (to repeat a previous exhaust emissions test)
– Confirm Next -item 1- on display.
Entering vehicle data

The input menu for vehicle data will be shown.
– Enter the following data from the registration document (part
1):
♦ -1- Vehicle manufacturer, e.g. Audi
♦ -2- Vehicle model, e.g. A6 / 4G
♦ -3- Code for 14.1, e.g. 0572
♦ -4- Code for 2.1, e.g. 0588
♦ -5- Code for 2.2, e.g. 846
♦ -6- Engine code: e.g. CHVA
♦ -7- Number plate: e.g. IN-MV 1234
♦ -8- Vehicle identification number, e.g.
WAUZZZ4GZAN001234
– Enter mileage (km), e.g. 33350, at -item 9-.
Note
♦ Additional functions can be selected using the Go to button.

♦ The Go to button can be used to cancel the test.

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– Select “Diesel OBD” -arrow-.

Entering exhaust emissions test specifications
There are various ways of entering the specifications:
♦ 1. Manually
♦ 2. By scanning the bar code from the emissions test data sheet
♦ 3. Via the ELSA web service
Note
♦ To use the ELSA web service, the vehicle diagnostic tester

being used to perform the exhaust emissions test must be in‐
tegrated in the workshop network.
♦ When using the ELSA web service, the vehicle specifications
are entered on the corresponding screen automatically via the
network.
Entering exhaust emissions test specifications manually
Note
Refer to ⇒ Data sheets for exhaust emissions test (for required

engine) for all test requirements and data for the exhaust emis‐
sions test.
– Follow instructions on display to enter data manually.

– Enter data listed on emissions test data sheet under “Test val‐
ues for exhaust emissions test” on display in following order:
1- Engine speed for temperature conditioning
2- Number of times engine revved up for temperature condi‐
tioning
3- Engine oil temperature (minimum value)
4- Select method for measuring engine oil temperature
5- Idling speed
6- Governed speed
7- Governed speed measuring time (to nearest second)
8- Turbidity value (arithmetic mean)
9- Select probe type (probe number)
10 - Select measurement mode
11 - Time required for measurement
– Once you have entered all data correctly, confirm your entry
with → button -arrow-.
Entering exhaust emissions test specifications with a bar code
– If exhaust emissions test specifications are available as a bar
code, use scanner pen to scan bar code on data sheet.

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All required data will be shown on display -1-.

– Press → button -arrow- to continue procedure.
Visual inspection
– Inspect all components relevant to exhaust emissions.
– Check that all components of exhaust system are fitted, com‐
plete and free of leaks and damage.
– If results of inspection are OK, press button for “OK” -arrow-.
Note
Pressing the button for “Not OK” will start a test.
Plugging in diagnostic connector

• Ignition is switched off.
The screen for the visual inspection must be shown with prompts
to plug in the diagnostic connector -arrow A- and to check exhaust
emissions warning lamp -arrow B-.
– Plug connector of diagnosis cable into EOBD connection.
Visual check of exhaust emissions warning lamp with engine off

– Check exhaust emissions warning lamp.

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– If lamp lights up, press button for “Lamp on” -arrow C-.
Note
The exhaust emissions test is failed if the exhaust emissions

warning lamp does not light up during the visual check.
Visual check of exhaust emissions warning lamp with engine on

– Start engine and confirm that it is running by selecting “Yes”
on display.
– Check exhaust emissions warning lamp; it must not light up or
flash.
– Confirm status of exhaust emissions warning lamp -arrow-.
The system will automatically switch over to a test readiness
check.
This checks that all test readiness checks supported by the con‐
trol unit have been carried out.
Temperature conditioning
In the temperature conditioning phase, the engine and any emis‐
sion control systems are brought up to operating temperature by
revving up the engine several times; this makes them ready for
the exhaust emissions test.
If you are certain that no temperature conditioning is necessary,
press → button -arrow- to proceed to next measurement.
Reading out the engine temperature
The engine temperature is read out from the engine control unit
via the diagnostic connector.
After the required engine temperature has been reached, the
system will automatically switch over to the screen for measuring
the idling speed.

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Measuring the idling speed

quired speed.
Note
♦ Do not insert emission probe into exhaust pipe yet.

♦ You can skip the measurement by pressing the → button (the
♦ The ← button can be used to repeat the test.

shown -arrow-.
Measuring the governed speed

uring the governed speed.
quired speed.
– Press the accelerator pedal down without delay and hold until
measurement has been completed.
Note
♦ If the rev limiter is activated, deactivate it before performing

the exhaust emissions test:
♦ Switch on the ignition and then press and hold the ESP button
until the corresponding symbol flashes in the instrument clus‐
ter.

shown -arrow-.
Note
♦ Do not insert emission probe into exhaust pipe yet.


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Air quality check

An air quality check is started before the free acceleration proce‐
dure is performed. The emission probe must NOT be in the
exhaust pipe at this stage. Otherwise, measurement errors or er‐
ror messages may occur during the subsequent measurement
procedures.
– After air quality check is completed, insert emission probe in
exhaust pipe.
Free acceleration
The system will automatically switch over to the screen for the
free acceleration procedure.
In the free acceleration procedure, the engine is accelerated as
quickly as possible (without load) until the governed speed is
reached.
The free acceleration test consists of at least four individual ac‐
celerations.
Free acceleration - phase 1

– Follow instructions shown on display -arrow A- and
-arrow C-.
– Keep idling speed in specified speed range -arrow D-.
shown -arrow B-.
Note
♦ The emission probe must be in the exhaust pipe.

♦ If the engine speed is not within the specified speed range, the
measurement procedure is re-started.

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– Follow instructions shown on display -arrow B-.
– Press accelerator pedal down fully when prompted to do so
and hold it until display prompts you to let engine idle.
– Take your foot off accelerator pedal as soon as display shows
prompt for engine idling speed -arrow B-, and let engine idle.
The result of the measurement procedure and information about
the most recently performed free acceleration procedure will ap‐
pear on the display -arrow A-. If the measured values are not OK,
you will be informed at this stage about the reasons why the free
acceleration test was failed.
Note
♦ If the field is white, the measured value is within the tolerated

range.
♦ If the field is red, the measured value is outside the tolerated
range.
♦ If the field is yellow, the measured value is outside the toler‐
ated range but is subject to the judgement of the person
performing the test.
Further individual accelerations

The next individual acceleration is now performed, beginning with
phase 1 of the free acceleration procedure.
It is possible to perform as many free acceleration procedures as
desired until:
♦ Three free acceleration procedures in a row have been
passed, and the acceleration range is OK.
♦ All values are OK with the exception of the acceleration range,
and the → button -arrow C- has been pressed to continue the
test procedure (in this case, the person performing the test
judges whether or not the value is OK).
♦ The values are not OK, and the → button -arrow C- has been
pressed to end/skip the measurement.
If all measured values are OK after the engine has been revved
up three times (i.e. all fields are white), the exhaust emissions test
has been passed.
If all measured values are OK after the engine has been revved
up three times, the exhaust emissions test has been passed.
Evaluation
Once the exhaust emissions test is completed, the test log is dis‐
played on the screen.
The result of the test will be shown.
You can enter remarks on the exhaust emissions test here
-arrow A-. These will be added to the test log.
– If emissions test has been passed, select date and “Emissions
test seal granted” from drop-down menu -arrow B-.
– Confirm with “Yes” -arrow C-.

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The emissions test log appears on the screen and can be printed
out as often as desired using the “Print” button -arrow A- in the
“Print preview” menu.
– You can close the “Print preview” menu by using the “Close”
button -arrow B-.
– Remove emission probe from exhaust pipe.
– Then press → button -arrow B-.

The exhaust emissions test is completed; a new test can now be
performed.

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3.38 Roof insert - sliding/tilting sunroof: cleaning and lubricating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

3.89 Vehicle cover: checking position and correcting if necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

1.1 --- Change history ---

1.2 Engine number

The engine number consists of the engine code letters (3 or 4

4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI ⇒ page 2

1.2.1 4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI

1.2.2 4-cyl. petrol engine 2.0 TFSI

1.2.3 6-cyl. petrol engine 2.9 TFSI

1.2.4 6-cyl. petrol engine 3.0 TFSI

1.2.5 4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 TDI

1.2.6 6-cyl. diesel engine 3.0 TDI

1.3 Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number consists of the following:

1.4 Vehicle data sticker

The vehicle data sticker contains the following vehicle data:

2.1 Vehicle: raising

– Rear: Position support plates of lifting platform under lifting

♦ The location of the lifting points is indicated by markings stam‐

2.2 Engine cover panel: removing and in‐

2.2.1 4-cyl. petrol engine 1.4 TFSI

2.2.2 4-cyl. petrol engine 2.0 TFSI

2.2.3 6-cyl. petrol engine 2.9 TFSI

Removing engine cover panel (version 2)

Removing heat shield

– To avoid damage, do not strike the engine cover panel with

2.2.4 6-cyl. petrol engine 3.0 TFSI

Remove the engine cover panel according to the instructions in

2.2.5 4-cyl. diesel engine 2.0 TDI

2.2.6 6-cyl. diesel engine 3.0 TDI

2.3 Noise insulation: removing and installing

2.3.1 Noise insulation (front)

Procedure for removing:

♦ Ensure that you feel the quick-release fasteners engage when

2.3.2 Noise insulation (rear)

Ensure that you feel the quick-release fasteners engage when

2.4 Window regulators: activating automatic

– Release switch and pull on it again for at least one second.

2.5 Vehicle diagnostic tester: connecting

♦ Remote diagnosis head - VAS 5054A-

ERA-GLONASS: checking emergency call function ⇒ page 17

Poly V-belt for ancillaries: renewing ⇒ page 122

3.1 Diesel particulate filter: reading out ash

– Continue to follow instructions on screen.

– Select control unit “01 — Engine electronics” and carry out

3.2 ERA-GLONASS: checking emergency

– Check if LED -2- is lit in green.

♦ If the LED lights up in red or if it is not possible to activate the

3.3 Emergency call function: checking sta‐

♦ It may take up to 15 minutes for the emergency call system to

3.4 Event memory: reading out

– Select Diagnosis mode and begin diagnosis.

3.5 Service interval display: resetting serv‐

The test program Predelivery inspection total may also be

– Switch to “Special functions” tab.

3.6 Diagnostic work: performing