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        • 1.8L (Engine Code: AMB)
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    • Communication
      • 91 - Communication
        • Radio Systems
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R and CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE system with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport mode in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • BOSE "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , Avant
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE Avant
            • Radio preparation
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert " / "Chorus" from KW 22/04
            • "Symphony"
            • "Chorus" / "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 45/06
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
            • Digital Sound System Control Module R12
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (25-pin)
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (32-pin)
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
              • Notes
              • Only radio generation II+
            • Right Antenna Module R109 connections, Avant
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • "Chorus" / "Concert" , removing and installing
          • "Symphony" radio, removing and installing
          • "Symphony II+" in transport mode, activating/deactivating
          • CD Changer R41 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Wiring connection to Radio R / CD Changer R41 (through KW 44/06), checking
          • iPod Baseplate R192 , removing and installing
          • Speakers in doors, removing and installing
            • Left Front Bass Speaker R21 , removing and installing
            • Left Front Midrange Speaker R26 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Bass Speaker R15 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Midrange Speaker R34 , removing and installing
          • Inside Loudspeaker R70 , removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Inside Microphone R74 , function test
          • Inside Microphone R74 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 / Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, removing and installing
            • "Chorus" (through KW 21/04)
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus"
        • Satellite Radio Systems, USA
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R / CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE systems with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport protection in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, sedan
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, Avant
          • Layout of communication system with Satellite Radio Systems
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Concert "
            • "Symphony"
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 22/06
            • Satellite radio R146
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, only radio generation II+
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Satellite Radio R146 , removing and installing, activating
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , activating
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system
          • General information
          • Telephone systems, overview
            • Fixed installation telephone through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, from MY03
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module J412 (cell phone preparation) through MY02
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (cell phone preparation), from MY03
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (fixed-installation telephone)
            • Telephone Amplifier R86
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 , removing and installing
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 on instrument panel
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 in center armrest
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (telephone, fixed installation), removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system - USA
          • General information
          • Cellular phone preparation, layout
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Telephone Transceiver R36
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation system IV (BNS 4.0)
          • General information
          • Navigation system BNS 4.0, overview
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
          • Function Selector Switch II E272 , removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Navigation system II-D (Navigation System Plus)
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • Navigation system II-D, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Navigation/TV Tuner J415
            • Navigation Interface R94
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 , removing and installing
          • Right Antenna Module R109 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-E navigation system
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
        • RNSE-E navigation system, USA
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS-JP3 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP3 navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515
          • Component locations, general overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing - sedan
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-JP4 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP4, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Sound system
            • CAN BUS, voltage supply
            • Antennas
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS low navigation system
          • General information
          • RNS low navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing
        • Telematics
          • General information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
          • Audi Telematics by OnStar, functions
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar controls
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar system status light
            • OnStar Personal Calling
            • Telematics System, troubleshooting using OnStar system status light
          • Telematics System - Sedan, layout
          • Telematics System - Avant, layout
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , connector view
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
          • Telematics System - Sedan, component overview
          • Telematics System - Avant, component overview
          • Service mode, activating/deactivating
            • Notes
            • Service mode, activating
            • Service mode, deactivating
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , removing and installing
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , replacing and configuring
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , switching on/off
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Splitter R87 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Telematics Control Head E264 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Auxiliary Speaker (Telematics) R91 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 - Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 and Telephone Antenna 2 R127 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Roof antenna with Navigation System Antenna R50 and Auxiliary Antenna (Telematics) R90 , removing and installing
          • GPS Antenna Splitter R110 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Speech control system
          • General information
          • Speech control system, layout
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , connectors
          • Component locations, general overview
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , removing and installing
        • Multifunction Steering Wheel
          • General information
          • Multi-function steering wheel, general overview
          • Multi-function buttons, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
          • Tiptronic Switch, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
        • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527
          • General information
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 , connector assignment
            • Front side
            • Rear side
        • Electronic route book
          • General information
          • Electronic route book, overview
          • Error message
          • Chip Card Reader R99 , removing and installing
  • Anti-Theft Systems
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Communication Devices
    • 91 - Communication
      • Radio Systems
        • General information
          • Notes
          • Information on Radio R and CD Changer R41 retrofitting
          • Antenna system with Diversity function
          • BOSE system with "AudiPilot"
          • Transport mode in "Symphony II+"
        • Radio system overview
          • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
          • BOSE "Chorus" through KW 21/04
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , sedan
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , Avant
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE sedan
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE Avant
          • Radio preparation
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
          • "Concert " / "Chorus" from KW 22/04
          • "Symphony"
          • "Chorus" / "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 45/06
          • CD Changer R41
          • iPod Baseplate R192
          • Digital Sound System Control Module R12
          • Amplifier R12 BOSE (25-pin)
          • Amplifier R12 BOSE (32-pin)
        • Antenna amplifier connections
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
            • Notes
            • Only radio generation II+
          • Right Antenna Module R109 connections, Avant
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • "Chorus" / "Concert" , removing and installing
        • "Symphony" radio, removing and installing
        • "Symphony II+" in transport mode, activating/deactivating
        • CD Changer R41 , removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Wiring connection to Radio R / CD Changer R41 (through KW 44/06), checking
        • iPod Baseplate R192 , removing and installing
        • Speakers in doors, removing and installing
          • Left Front Bass Speaker R21 , removing and installing
          • Left Front Midrange Speaker R26 , removing and installing
          • Left Rear Bass Speaker R15 , removing and installing
          • Left Rear Midrange Speaker R34 , removing and installing
        • Inside Loudspeaker R70 , removing and installing
        • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
        • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Inside Microphone R74 , function test
        • Inside Microphone R74 , removing and installing
        • Antenna Amplifier R24 / Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing
        • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, removing and installing
          • "Chorus" (through KW 21/04)
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus"
      • Satellite Radio Systems, USA
        • General information
          • Notes
          • Information on Radio R / CD Changer R41 retrofitting
          • Antenna system with Diversity function
          • BOSE systems with "AudiPilot"
          • Transport protection in "Symphony II+"
        • Radio system overview
          • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, sedan
          • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, Avant
        • Layout of communication system with Satellite Radio Systems
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • "Concert "
          • "Symphony"
          • "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 22/06
          • Satellite radio R146
          • CD Changer R41
          • iPod Baseplate R192
        • Antenna amplifier connections
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, only radio generation II+
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Satellite Radio R146 , removing and installing, activating
          • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (through MY04), removing and installing
          • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (from MY05), removing and installing
          • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (through MY04), removing and installing
          • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (from MY05), removing and installing
          • Satellite Radio R146 , activating
        • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , sedan, removing and installing
        • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , Avant, removing and installing
      • Telephone system
        • General information
        • Telephone systems, overview
          • Fixed installation telephone through MY02
          • Cell phone preparation, through MY02
          • Cell phone preparation, from MY03
          • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module J412 (cell phone preparation) through MY02
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (cell phone preparation), from MY03
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (fixed-installation telephone)
          • Telephone Amplifier R86
          • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
          • Telephone Base plate R126
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Telephone Baseplate R126 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 on instrument panel
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 in center armrest
        • Telephone Transceiver R36 , removing and installing
        • Telephone Transceiver R36 (telephone, fixed installation), removing and installing
        • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
        • Telephone Antenna R65 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Telephone Antenna R65 , Avant, removing and installing
      • Telephone system - USA
        • General information
        • Cellular phone preparation, layout
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • Telephone Transceiver R36
          • Telephone Base plate R126
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
      • Navigation system IV (BNS 4.0)
        • General information
        • Navigation system BNS 4.0, overview
        • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
        • Function Selector Switch II E272 , removing and installing
        • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Avant, removing and installing
      • Navigation system II-D (Navigation System Plus)
        • General information
        • Error messages on screen
        • Navigation system II-D, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
          • BOSE, sedan
          • BOSE, Avant
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415
          • Navigation Interface R94
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
        • Navigation Interface R94 , Sedan, removing and installing
        • Navigation Interface R94 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 , removing and installing
        • Right Antenna Module R109 , Avant, removing and installing
      • RNS-E navigation system
        • General information
        • Error messages on screen
        • RNS-E navigation system, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
          • BOSE, sedan
          • BOSE, Avant
        • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
        • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 connections
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
      • RNSE-E navigation system, USA
        • General information
        • Error messages on screen
        • RNS-E navigation system, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
          • BOSE, sedan
          • BOSE, Avant
        • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
      • RNS-JP3 navigation system, Japan
        • General information
        • RNS-JP3 navigation system, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
          • BOSE, sedan
          • BOSE, Avant
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515
        • Component locations, general overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
        • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
        • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing - sedan
        • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , Avant, removing and installing
      • RNS-JP4 navigation system, Japan
        • General information
        • RNS-JP4, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
        • Connectors and connector assignments
          • Sound system
          • CAN BUS, voltage supply
          • Antennas
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
      • RNS low navigation system
        • General information
        • RNS low navigation system, overview
          • Sedan
          • Avant
          • BOSE, sedan
          • BOSE, Avant
        • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , connections
        • Total overview - Sedan component locations
        • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing
      • Telematics
        • General information
        • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
        • Audi Telematics by OnStar, functions
          • Telematics Control Head - OnStar controls
          • Telematics Control Head - OnStar system status light
          • OnStar Personal Calling
          • Telematics System, troubleshooting using OnStar system status light
        • Telematics System - Sedan, layout
        • Telematics System - Avant, layout
        • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , connector view
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
        • Telematics System - Sedan, component overview
        • Telematics System - Avant, component overview
        • Service mode, activating/deactivating
          • Notes
          • Service mode, activating
          • Service mode, deactivating
        • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , removing and installing
        • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , replacing and configuring
        • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , switching on/off
        • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , removing and installing
        • Antenna Splitter R87 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Telematics Control Head E264 , removing and installing
        • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
        • Auxiliary Speaker (Telematics) R91 , removing and installing
        • Telephone Antenna R65 - Sedan, removing and installing
        • Telephone Antenna R65 and Telephone Antenna 2 R127 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Roof antenna with Navigation System Antenna R50 and Auxiliary Antenna (Telematics) R90 , removing and installing
        • GPS Antenna Splitter R110 - Avant, removing and installing
      • Speech control system
        • General information
        • Speech control system, layout
        • Speech Input Control Module J507 , connectors
        • Component locations, general overview
        • Speech Input Control Module J507 , removing and installing
      • Multifunction Steering Wheel
        • General information
        • Multi-function steering wheel, general overview
        • Multi-function buttons, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
          • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
        • Tiptronic Switch, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
          • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
      • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527
        • General information
        • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 , connector assignment
          • Front side
          • Rear side
      • Electronic route book
        • General information
        • Electronic route book, overview
        • Error message
        • Chip Card Reader R99 , removing and installing
  • Cruise Control Systems
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Entertainment Systems
    • Communication
      • 91 - Communication
        • Radio Systems
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R and CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE system with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport mode in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • BOSE "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , Avant
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE Avant
            • Radio preparation
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert " / "Chorus" from KW 22/04
            • "Symphony"
            • "Chorus" / "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 45/06
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
            • Digital Sound System Control Module R12
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (25-pin)
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (32-pin)
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
              • Notes
              • Only radio generation II+
            • Right Antenna Module R109 connections, Avant
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • "Chorus" / "Concert" , removing and installing
          • "Symphony" radio, removing and installing
          • "Symphony II+" in transport mode, activating/deactivating
          • CD Changer R41 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Wiring connection to Radio R / CD Changer R41 (through KW 44/06), checking
          • iPod Baseplate R192 , removing and installing
          • Speakers in doors, removing and installing
            • Left Front Bass Speaker R21 , removing and installing
            • Left Front Midrange Speaker R26 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Bass Speaker R15 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Midrange Speaker R34 , removing and installing
          • Inside Loudspeaker R70 , removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Inside Microphone R74 , function test
          • Inside Microphone R74 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 / Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, removing and installing
            • "Chorus" (through KW 21/04)
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus"
        • Satellite Radio Systems, USA
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R / CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE systems with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport protection in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, sedan
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, Avant
          • Layout of communication system with Satellite Radio Systems
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Concert "
            • "Symphony"
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 22/06
            • Satellite radio R146
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, only radio generation II+
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Satellite Radio R146 , removing and installing, activating
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , activating
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system
          • General information
          • Telephone systems, overview
            • Fixed installation telephone through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, from MY03
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module J412 (cell phone preparation) through MY02
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (cell phone preparation), from MY03
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (fixed-installation telephone)
            • Telephone Amplifier R86
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 , removing and installing
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 on instrument panel
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 in center armrest
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (telephone, fixed installation), removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system - USA
          • General information
          • Cellular phone preparation, layout
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Telephone Transceiver R36
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation system IV (BNS 4.0)
          • General information
          • Navigation system BNS 4.0, overview
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
          • Function Selector Switch II E272 , removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Navigation system II-D (Navigation System Plus)
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • Navigation system II-D, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Navigation/TV Tuner J415
            • Navigation Interface R94
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 , removing and installing
          • Right Antenna Module R109 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-E navigation system
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
        • RNSE-E navigation system, USA
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS-JP3 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP3 navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515
          • Component locations, general overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing - sedan
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-JP4 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP4, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Sound system
            • CAN BUS, voltage supply
            • Antennas
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS low navigation system
          • General information
          • RNS low navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing
        • Telematics
          • General information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
          • Audi Telematics by OnStar, functions
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar controls
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar system status light
            • OnStar Personal Calling
            • Telematics System, troubleshooting using OnStar system status light
          • Telematics System - Sedan, layout
          • Telematics System - Avant, layout
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , connector view
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
          • Telematics System - Sedan, component overview
          • Telematics System - Avant, component overview
          • Service mode, activating/deactivating
            • Notes
            • Service mode, activating
            • Service mode, deactivating
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , removing and installing
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , replacing and configuring
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , switching on/off
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Splitter R87 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Telematics Control Head E264 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Auxiliary Speaker (Telematics) R91 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 - Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 and Telephone Antenna 2 R127 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Roof antenna with Navigation System Antenna R50 and Auxiliary Antenna (Telematics) R90 , removing and installing
          • GPS Antenna Splitter R110 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Speech control system
          • General information
          • Speech control system, layout
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , connectors
          • Component locations, general overview
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , removing and installing
        • Multifunction Steering Wheel
          • General information
          • Multi-function steering wheel, general overview
          • Multi-function buttons, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
          • Tiptronic Switch, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
        • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527
          • General information
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 , connector assignment
            • Front side
            • Rear side
        • Electronic route book
          • General information
          • Electronic route book, overview
          • Error message
          • Chip Card Reader R99 , removing and installing
  • Gauges & Instrument Panels
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Headlights
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Infotainment
    • Communication
      • 91 - Communication
        • Radio Systems
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R and CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE system with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport mode in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • BOSE "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , Avant
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE Avant
            • Radio preparation
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert " / "Chorus" from KW 22/04
            • "Symphony"
            • "Chorus" / "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 45/06
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
            • Digital Sound System Control Module R12
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (25-pin)
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (32-pin)
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
              • Notes
              • Only radio generation II+
            • Right Antenna Module R109 connections, Avant
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • "Chorus" / "Concert" , removing and installing
          • "Symphony" radio, removing and installing
          • "Symphony II+" in transport mode, activating/deactivating
          • CD Changer R41 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Wiring connection to Radio R / CD Changer R41 (through KW 44/06), checking
          • iPod Baseplate R192 , removing and installing
          • Speakers in doors, removing and installing
            • Left Front Bass Speaker R21 , removing and installing
            • Left Front Midrange Speaker R26 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Bass Speaker R15 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Midrange Speaker R34 , removing and installing
          • Inside Loudspeaker R70 , removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Inside Microphone R74 , function test
          • Inside Microphone R74 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 / Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, removing and installing
            • "Chorus" (through KW 21/04)
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus"
        • Satellite Radio Systems, USA
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R / CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE systems with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport protection in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, sedan
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, Avant
          • Layout of communication system with Satellite Radio Systems
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Concert "
            • "Symphony"
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 22/06
            • Satellite radio R146
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, only radio generation II+
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Satellite Radio R146 , removing and installing, activating
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , activating
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system
          • General information
          • Telephone systems, overview
            • Fixed installation telephone through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, from MY03
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module J412 (cell phone preparation) through MY02
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (cell phone preparation), from MY03
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (fixed-installation telephone)
            • Telephone Amplifier R86
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 , removing and installing
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 on instrument panel
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 in center armrest
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (telephone, fixed installation), removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system - USA
          • General information
          • Cellular phone preparation, layout
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Telephone Transceiver R36
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation system IV (BNS 4.0)
          • General information
          • Navigation system BNS 4.0, overview
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
          • Function Selector Switch II E272 , removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Navigation system II-D (Navigation System Plus)
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • Navigation system II-D, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Navigation/TV Tuner J415
            • Navigation Interface R94
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 , removing and installing
          • Right Antenna Module R109 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-E navigation system
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
        • RNSE-E navigation system, USA
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS-JP3 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP3 navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515
          • Component locations, general overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing - sedan
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-JP4 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP4, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Sound system
            • CAN BUS, voltage supply
            • Antennas
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS low navigation system
          • General information
          • RNS low navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing
        • Telematics
          • General information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
          • Audi Telematics by OnStar, functions
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar controls
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar system status light
            • OnStar Personal Calling
            • Telematics System, troubleshooting using OnStar system status light
          • Telematics System - Sedan, layout
          • Telematics System - Avant, layout
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , connector view
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
          • Telematics System - Sedan, component overview
          • Telematics System - Avant, component overview
          • Service mode, activating/deactivating
            • Notes
            • Service mode, activating
            • Service mode, deactivating
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , removing and installing
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , replacing and configuring
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , switching on/off
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Splitter R87 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Telematics Control Head E264 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Auxiliary Speaker (Telematics) R91 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 - Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 and Telephone Antenna 2 R127 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Roof antenna with Navigation System Antenna R50 and Auxiliary Antenna (Telematics) R90 , removing and installing
          • GPS Antenna Splitter R110 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Speech control system
          • General information
          • Speech control system, layout
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , connectors
          • Component locations, general overview
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , removing and installing
        • Multifunction Steering Wheel
          • General information
          • Multi-function steering wheel, general overview
          • Multi-function buttons, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
          • Tiptronic Switch, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
        • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527
          • General information
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 , connector assignment
            • Front side
            • Rear side
        • Electronic route book
          • General information
          • Electronic route book, overview
          • Error message
          • Chip Card Reader R99 , removing and installing
  • Interior/Exterior Trim
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
  • Interior/Illumination Lights
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Mirrors
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Seats
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Steering Column Switches
    • Communication
      • 91 - Communication
        • Radio Systems
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R and CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE system with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport mode in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • BOSE "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , Avant
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE sedan
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus" , BOSE Avant
            • Radio preparation
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Chorus" through KW 21/04
            • "Concert " / "Chorus" from KW 22/04
            • "Symphony"
            • "Chorus" / "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 45/06
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
            • Digital Sound System Control Module R12
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (25-pin)
            • Amplifier R12 BOSE (32-pin)
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
              • Notes
              • Only radio generation II+
            • Right Antenna Module R109 connections, Avant
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • "Chorus" / "Concert" , removing and installing
          • "Symphony" radio, removing and installing
          • "Symphony II+" in transport mode, activating/deactivating
          • CD Changer R41 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Wiring connection to Radio R / CD Changer R41 (through KW 44/06), checking
          • iPod Baseplate R192 , removing and installing
          • Speakers in doors, removing and installing
            • Left Front Bass Speaker R21 , removing and installing
            • Left Front Midrange Speaker R26 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Bass Speaker R15 , removing and installing
            • Left Rear Midrange Speaker R34 , removing and installing
          • Inside Loudspeaker R70 , removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Bass Loudspeaker R100 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • BOSE Amplifier R12 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Inside Microphone R74 , function test
          • Inside Microphone R74 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Amplifier R24 / Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, removing and installing
            • "Chorus" (through KW 21/04)
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" /from KW 22/04 "Chorus"
        • Satellite Radio Systems, USA
          • General information
            • Notes
            • Information on Radio R / CD Changer R41 retrofitting
            • Antenna system with Diversity function
            • BOSE systems with "AudiPilot"
            • Transport protection in "Symphony II+"
          • Radio system overview
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, sedan
            • BOSE Satellite Radio Systems, Avant
          • Layout of communication system with Satellite Radio Systems
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • "Concert "
            • "Symphony"
            • "Concert" / "Symphony" (radio generation II+) from KW 22/06
            • Satellite radio R146
            • CD Changer R41
            • iPod Baseplate R192
          • Antenna amplifier connections
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan
            • Antenna Amplifier R24 , sedan only with radio generation II+
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant
            • Left Antenna Module R108 , Avant, only radio generation II+
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Satellite Radio R146 , removing and installing, activating
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , sedan (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (through MY04), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , Avant (from MY05), removing and installing
            • Satellite Radio R146 , activating
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , sedan, removing and installing
          • Radio, Telephone, Navigation System Antenna R52 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system
          • General information
          • Telephone systems, overview
            • Fixed installation telephone through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, through MY02
            • Cell phone preparation, from MY03
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module J412 (cell phone preparation) through MY02
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (cell phone preparation), from MY03
            • Telephone Transceiver R36 (fixed-installation telephone)
            • Telephone Amplifier R86
            • Cell phone preparation preliminary setup
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Telephone Baseplate R126 , removing and installing
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 on instrument panel
            • Telephone Baseplate R126 in center armrest
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Transceiver R36 (telephone, fixed installation), removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Amplifier R86 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Telephone system - USA
          • General information
          • Cellular phone preparation, layout
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Telephone Transceiver R36
            • Telephone Base plate R126
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • Navigation system IV (BNS 4.0)
          • General information
          • Navigation system BNS 4.0, overview
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
          • Function Selector Switch II E272 , removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation System Antenna R50 , Avant, removing and installing
        • Navigation system II-D (Navigation System Plus)
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • Navigation system II-D, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Navigation/TV Tuner J415
            • Navigation Interface R94
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Sedan, removing and installing
          • Navigation Interface R94 , Avant, removing and installing
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 , removing and installing
          • Right Antenna Module R109 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-E navigation system
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Navigation/TV Tuner J415 connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , removing and installing
        • RNSE-E navigation system, USA
          • General information
          • Error messages on screen
          • RNS-E navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module J401 , harness connectors
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS-JP3 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP3 navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402
            • Antenna Selection Control Module J515
          • Component locations, general overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Operating Electronics, Navigation Control Module J402 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , sedan, removing and installing - sedan
          • Antenna Selection Control Module J515 , Avant, removing and installing
        • RNS-JP4 navigation system, Japan
          • General information
          • RNS-JP4, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
          • Connectors and connector assignments
            • Sound system
            • CAN BUS, voltage supply
            • Antennas
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
        • RNS low navigation system
          • General information
          • RNS low navigation system, overview
            • Sedan
            • Avant
            • BOSE, sedan
            • BOSE, Avant
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , connections
          • Total overview - Sedan component locations
          • General overview - Avant component locations
          • Radio/Navigation Display Control Module J503 , removing and installing
        • Telematics
          • General information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), function
          • Audi Telematics by OnStar, functions
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar controls
            • Telematics Control Head - OnStar system status light
            • OnStar Personal Calling
            • Telematics System, troubleshooting using OnStar system status light
          • Telematics System - Sedan, layout
          • Telematics System - Avant, layout
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , connector view
            • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , multi-pin connector assignments
          • Telematics System - Sedan, component overview
          • Telematics System - Avant, component overview
          • Service mode, activating/deactivating
            • Notes
            • Service mode, activating
            • Service mode, deactivating
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , removing and installing
          • Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 , replacing and configuring
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , switching on/off
          • Emergency Battery (Telematics) A16 , removing and installing
          • Antenna Splitter R87 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Telematics Control Head E264 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Microphone R38 , removing and installing
          • Auxiliary Speaker (Telematics) R91 , removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 - Sedan, removing and installing
          • Telephone Antenna R65 and Telephone Antenna 2 R127 - Avant, removing and installing
          • Roof antenna with Navigation System Antenna R50 and Auxiliary Antenna (Telematics) R90 , removing and installing
          • GPS Antenna Splitter R110 - Avant, removing and installing
        • Speech control system
          • General information
          • Speech control system, layout
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , connectors
          • Component locations, general overview
          • Speech Input Control Module J507 , removing and installing
        • Multifunction Steering Wheel
          • General information
          • Multi-function steering wheel, general overview
          • Multi-function buttons, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
          • Tiptronic Switch, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Multi-function steering wheel with two blocks of buttons
            • Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons
        • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527
          • General information
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 , connector assignment
            • Front side
            • Rear side
        • Electronic route book
          • General information
          • Electronic route book, overview
          • Error message
          • Chip Card Reader R99 , removing and installing
  • Window Motors & Regulators
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Wiper/Washer Systems
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
• Body & Frame
  • Door Locks
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Exterior Body Panels
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
  • Exterior/Interior Trim
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
  • Mirrors
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Seats
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Sun Roof/T-Top/Convertible Top
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
  • Windows
    • Body Exterior
      • 50 Body, front
        • Body, front
          • Lock carrier, service position
            • Notes
            • Screw in special tool 3369
            • Secure lock carrier
          • Lock carrier with attachments, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect upper coolant hose
            • Disconnect lower coolant hose
            • Disconnect hydraulic oil cooler
            • Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler
          • Cowl panel trim, removing and installing
          • Transverse support (dome brace), removing and installing
          • Fender, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing end plate
          • Noise insulation panel - assembly overview
      • 55 Hood, lids
        • Hood
          • Hood, removing, installing and adjusting
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
            • Releasing gas from gas-filled strut
            • Buffer stop for height adjustment
            • Radiator grille, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing catch hook
            • Removing and installing lower part of hood lock
            • Adjusting lock carrier buffer stop
          • Hood gap dimensions
          • Hood lining, removing and installing
          • Hood seal, assembly overview
          • Impact guard, installing
          • Hood lock cable, removing and installing
        • Rear lid (Sedan)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Striker, removing and installing
            • Adjusting rear lid
          • Gap dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lid lock and handle mechanism, removing and installing
          • Remote control motor, removing and installing (country versions)
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Gas-filled strut, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, installing
          • Adjusting buffer stops
          • Fuel filler flap
        • Rear lid (Avant)
          • Rear lid, removing and installing
          • Insulation mat to rear lid, adhering
          • Rear lid, adjusting
          • Rear lid hinge, removing and installing
          • Gas-filled strut for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid seal, removing and installing
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear lid
            • Notes
            • Panel gap dimensions
            • Gap dimensions for fuel filler flap
          • Lock cylinder for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Handle mechanism for rear lid, removing and installing
          • Rear lid lock, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing lid lock
          • Rear lid lock actuator, removing and installing
          • Fuel filler flap
      • 57 Front doors/door components/central locking system
        • Front door
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
          • Door window, removing from window regulator
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Front door, adjusting
          • Adjusting using door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Window frame, adjusting
            • Adjustment for A-pillar region
            • Inclination adjustment at A-pillar
            • Adjustment for B-pillar region
            • Height adjustment at window frame
            • Front door adjustment
          • Window frame installation
          • Adjustment dimensions for front door window frame
          • Door handle and door lock - front, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Locking cylinder, removing
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
        • Central locking system
          • Component overview (Sedan)
            • Notes
            • Removing Comfort System Central Control Module J393
            • Removing Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor V155
          • Component overview (Avant)
          • Repairing the central locking system
      • 58 Rear doors/door components
        • Rear doors
          • Window frame and window regulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Window regulator motor, removing and installing
            • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Window regulator and door window, separating
          • Motor for window regulator, removing and installing
          • Manual window regulators, removing and installing
          • Rear door, adjusting
          • Adjustment dimensions for rear door window frame
          • Adjusting using Door adjustment template T40038/1
          • Panel gap dimensions
          • Door handle and door lock - rear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
          • Door handle, removing
            • Notes
            • Disengage mount for door handle
            • Removing trim
          • Door lock, removing
            • Notes
            • Engaging Bowden cable in door lock
            • Engaging operating rod in door lock
      • 60 Sunroof
        • Sunroof, servicing
          • Assembly overview
          • Wind deflector, removing and installing
          • Sunroof panel, removing and installing (assembly overview)
          • Sunroof headliner, removing and installing
          • Trim, removing and installing
          • Boot, removing and installing (vehicles as of CW 27/2002 >)
          • Sunroof panel, removing
          • Sunroof panel, adjusting
          • Panel seal, replacing
          • "Zero" position (link guide), adjusting
          • "Zero" position of sunroof motor (link guide), checking and adjusting
        • Water drain hoses
          • Cleaning water drain hoses
      • 63 Bumper
        • Front bumper
          • Front bumper, removing and installing
            • Overview
            • Notes
            • Fender bolts
            • Adjusting support piece
            • Clamping pins for noise insulation
            • Removing guide piece
            • Brace for wheelhousing liner
            • Air intake grille for S4
          • Radiator grille, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Positioning centering holes
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
            • Positioning license plate mounting holes
          • Bumper, mounting to shock absorber
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember, removing from cover and installing
          • Two-piece bumper cover, separating
          • Shock absorber, removing and installing
        • Rear bumper (Sedan)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Cap nuts
          • Side impact moldings, replacing
            • Notes
            • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Adhering centering pins on side impact molding
        • Rear bumper (Avant)
          • Bumper, removing and installing
          • Centering holes for side impact moldings
            • Notes
            • Disengaging support piece
          • Guide piece, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper, removing and installing
          • Crossmember for bumper (vehicles with trailer hitch), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Threaded plate for trailer hitch
      • 64 Glass
        • Flush-bonded windows
          • Flush-bonded windows, removing and installing - general information
          • Servicing windows using special tool
          • Materials
          • Minimum curing times!
        • Windshield, removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Windshield, installing
        • Side window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Side window with molding - assembly overview
          • Side window with gloss package - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Side window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Side window (Avant), removing and installing - assembly overview
          • Undamaged side window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Side window, installing
        • Rear window (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
        • Rear window (Avant), removing and installing
          • Assembly overview
          • Undamaged rear window, removing
          • Damaged rear window, removing
          • Preparing for window installation
          • Installing rear window
      • 66 Exterior equipment
        • Roof moldings
          • Roof joint strip (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof joint strip, removing and installing (Avant)
          • Roof trim molding (Sedan), removing and installing
          • Roof trim molding, removing and installing (Avant)
            • Notes
            • Disengaging roof trim molding from trim molding under side window
        • Roof rail
          • Roof rail, removing and installing
        • Protective moldings
          • Replacing side protective moldings
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing
          • Trim cover for sill panel, removing and installing S4
            • Front door
            • Rear doors
        • Face plates
          • B-pillar trim panel, removing and installing
        • Window weatherstrips
          • Window weatherstrips for front door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Front window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
          • Window weatherstrips for rear door (standard vehicle), removing and installing
          • Rear window weatherstrips (vehicles with gloss package), removing and installing
        • Outside rear view mirror
          • Outside rear view mirror, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror lens, installing
          • Outside rear view mirror adjusting motor, removing and installing
          • Outside rear view mirror housing, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Lower mirror locking tab
        • Outer sill panel trim
          • Outer sill panel trim, replacing
        • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
          • Sill panel cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing bracket for sill panel cover
            • Rear sill panel cover
        • Underbody covers
          • Underbody covers
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing tunnel brace
        • Wheelhousing liner, removing and installing
          • Front wheelhousing liner
          • Rear wheelhousing liner
          • Wheel spoiler
        • Ornamental parts
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Ornamental parts, as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001
          • Lettering on rear lid (Sedan)
          • Lettering on rear lid (Avant)
        • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
          • Rear lid spoiler, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing spoiler
            • Apply adhesive tape on spoiler
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
• Brakes
  • Anti-Lock Brakes
    • Anti-Lock - BOSCH 5.3 (With TCS/EDL/Esp)
      • Description
      • Operation
        • Anti-Lock Brake System
        • Anti-Skid Regulation
        • Electronic Differential Lock
        • Electronic Stabilization Program
        • Abs Control Module
        • Brake Pressure Sender 1
        • Hydraulic Pump
        • Steering Angle Sensor
        • Rotation Rate Sender
        • Transverse Acceleration Sensor
      • Bleeding Brake System
        • Bleeding Procedures
      • Servicing
        • Brake Fluid
      • Testing
        • Abs Control Module Voltage Test
          • Abs/EDL/ASR
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
        • Hydraulic Unit Pressure Testing
          • Notes
          • High Pressure Test
          • Low Pressure Test
        • Transverse Acceleration/Rotation Rate Sensor (Esp Equipped Vehicles)
        • Return Pump Motor
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
        • Solenoid Valve Relay
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
      • Trouble Shooting
        • Warning Lights
          • Notes
          • Testing Warning Lights (ABS/EDL/ASR)
          • Testing Warning Lights (ABS/EDL/ASR & ESP)
        • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module And Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
      • Diagnosis
        • Notes
        • Preliminary Checks
        • Equipment Hook-Up
        • On Board Diagnostics
        • Function 01 - Check Abs Control Module Versions
        • Function 02 - Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode
        • Function 04 - Basic Setting
          • Notes
          • Zero Position Adjustment Of Steering Angle Sensor
          • Activating Hydraulic Pump
          • Electronic Stability Program Road Test
        • Function 05 - Erase DTC Memory
        • Function 06 - End Output
        • Function 07 - Code Control Module
        • Function 08 - Read Measuring Value Block
          • Vehicles Equipped With ABS/EDL/ARS
          • Vehicles Equipped With ABS/EDL/ARS & ESP
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
      • Diagnostic Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
        • Notes
        • DTC 00000: No Fault Detected
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00283: Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00285: Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00287: Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00290: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00301: Abs Return Flow Pump
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00526: BRAKELIGHT Switch Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00529: Rpm Signal Missing
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00532: Abs Control Module Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00597: Varying Wheel Speed Impulse
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00623: Abs To Transmission Control Model Electrical Connection
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Automatic)
          • Testing (Manual)
        • DTC 00646: Abs/ASR Engine Electrical Connection No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00647: Abs/ASR Engine Electrical Connection No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00761: DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01044: Abs Control Module Incorrectly Coded
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01130: Abs Implausible Signal
        • DTC 01200: Abs Valves Voltage Supply
          • Description
          • Probable Causes
          • Testing
        • DTC 01201: Abs Pump Voltage Supply
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01203: Abs To Instrument Panel Circuit Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01314: No Communication With Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18034: No Message From Transmission Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18256: DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18258: Data Bus Drive Information Missing From Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18262: Data Bus Drive Faulty Hardware
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18263: Data Bus Drive Software Monitoring Fault
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18265: Engine Control Module Load Signal Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18266: Engine Control Module Rev Signal Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 65535: Control Module Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
      • Diagnostic Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
        • Notes
        • DTC 00000: No Fault Detected
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00257: Left Front Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00259: Right Front Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00265: Left Front Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00267: Right Front Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00273: Right Rear Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00274: Left Rear Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00275: Right Rear Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00276: Left Rear Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00283: Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00285: Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00287: Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00290: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00301: Abs Return Flow Pump
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00302: Abs Solenoid Valve Relay
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00526: BRAKELIGHT Switch Circuit Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00532: Abs Control Module Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00597: Varying Wheel Speed Impulse
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00778: Steering Angle Sensor Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (SAS Faulty)
          • Testing (SAS Zero Position Not Carried Out)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01044: Abs Control Module Incorrectly Coded
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01119: Gear Recognition Signal
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01203: Abs To Instrument Panel Circuit Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Open Circuit Or Short To Ground)
          • Testing (No Signal)
        • DTC 01310: Level Control System - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01314: Engine Control Module - Regulating Difference
          • Description
        • DTC 01316: Abs Control Module - Regulating Difference
          • Description
        • DTC 01324: All-Wheel Drive Control Module - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01418: Traction Control Pilot Valve No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01419: Traction Control Pilot Valve No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01420: Traction Control High Pressure Switch Valve No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01421: Traction Control High Pressure Switch Valve No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01422: Traction Control Hydraulic Pump Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Insufficient Voltage Supply)
          • Testing (Short To Voltage)
          • Testing (Open Circuit Or Short To Ground)
        • DTC 01423: Transverse Acceleration Sensor Malfunction (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Power Supply)
          • Testing (Signal Circuit)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01423: Transverse Acceleration Sensor Malfunction (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Power Supply)
          • Testing (Signal Circuit)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01424 & 01425: Rotation Rate Sender Malfunction (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01424 & 01425: Rotation Rate Sender Malfunction (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01435: Brake Booster Sender 1 Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01464: Brake Pressure Sender/Transverse Acceleration Sensor - Power Supply Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01486: System Function Test Activated
        • DTC 01542: Rotation Rate Sender - Implausible Signal (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01542: Rotation Rate Sender - Implausible Signal (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18031: Data Bus Drive - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18034: Data Bus Drive - No Message From Transmission Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18036: Data Bus Drive - No Message From Steering Angle Sensor
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18055: Abs Control Module Code/Version Mismatch
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18256: Abs Related DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18258: Data Bus Drive Information Missing From Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18262: Data Bus Drive Faulty Hardware
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18263: Data Bus Drive Software Monitoring Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18264: Throttle Position Sensor Malfunction Message From Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 18265: Engine Control Module Load Signal Malfunction
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 18266: Engine Control Module Rev Signal Malfunction
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 65535: Control Module Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
      • Circuit Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
        • Notes
        • Identifying Abs Control Module Circuits
        • Electrical Testing
      • Circuit Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
        • Notes
        • Identifying Abs Control Module Circuits
        • Electrical Testing (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Abs Control Module (Abs/ASR/EDL & Esp)
          • Removal & Installation
        • Hydraulic Unit
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Hydraulic Pump
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Steering Angle Sensor
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Rotation Rate Sender
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transverse Acceleration Sensor
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Removal & Installation
      • Adjustments
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wiring Diagrams
    • Brake System
      • 00 - General, Technical Data
        • Brakes
        • Brake fluid
          • General notes
          • Front-wheel drive vehicles
          • All-wheel drive vehicles
      • 45 - Anti-lock brake system
        • Information for repair work on ABS
        • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 , connecting and selecting functions
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Hydraulic unit and brake lines
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 8.0
          • ABS Bosch 8.0
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • Front axle speed sensor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front axle rotor, checking or removing and installing
        • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Rear axle rotor, checking
          • Removing and installing rotor on rear axle
        • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Checking rotor on rear axle
        • ABS/ESP system components, removing and installing
          • Brake light switch, removing and installing
          • Transverse acceleration sensor G200 and Rotation rate sensor G202 , removing and installing
        • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
          • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
      • 46 - Brakes - Mechanical components
        • Front brakes C54
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FN3
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FNR-G60
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes, Brembo 18
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C41/C43
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes, RS4 (model 8EC)/C43
          • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
          • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
        • Brake pedal, assembly overview
          • Brake pedal, assembly overview
        • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
          • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
      • 47 - Brakes - Hydraulic components
        • Pressurized leak test
          • Pressurized leak test
          • High and low pressure testing
          • Residual pressure test
        • Brake caliper C54
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Front caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FN3
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FNR-G60
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Front brake caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper, Brembo 18
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Rear brake caliper C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Brake system, bleeding
          • Brake system, bleeding
          • Bleeding sequence for vehicles with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Ball head, adjusting
        • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294, removing and installing
          • Non-return valve, checking
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192
          • Assembly overview
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294 , removing and installing
          • Check valve , checking
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Electric vacuum pump
          • Description and function
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 or scan tool V.A.G 1551 , connecting
          • Selecting functions
          • Basic setting (performing "short trip" test)
          • Performing final control diagnosis
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Brake hoses and brake lines
          • Brake hoses/lines, routing
          • Tightening torques
  • Mechanical - Hydraulic
    • Brake System
      • 00 - General, Technical Data
        • Brakes
        • Brake fluid
          • General notes
          • Front-wheel drive vehicles
          • All-wheel drive vehicles
      • 45 - Anti-lock brake system
        • Information for repair work on ABS
        • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 , connecting and selecting functions
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Hydraulic unit and brake lines
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 8.0
          • ABS Bosch 8.0
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • Front axle speed sensor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front axle rotor, checking or removing and installing
        • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Rear axle rotor, checking
          • Removing and installing rotor on rear axle
        • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Checking rotor on rear axle
        • ABS/ESP system components, removing and installing
          • Brake light switch, removing and installing
          • Transverse acceleration sensor G200 and Rotation rate sensor G202 , removing and installing
        • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
          • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
      • 46 - Brakes - Mechanical components
        • Front brakes C54
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FN3
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FNR-G60
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes, Brembo 18
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C41/C43
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes, RS4 (model 8EC)/C43
          • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
          • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
        • Brake pedal, assembly overview
          • Brake pedal, assembly overview
        • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
          • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
      • 47 - Brakes - Hydraulic components
        • Pressurized leak test
          • Pressurized leak test
          • High and low pressure testing
          • Residual pressure test
        • Brake caliper C54
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Front caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FN3
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FNR-G60
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Front brake caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper, Brembo 18
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Rear brake caliper C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Brake system, bleeding
          • Brake system, bleeding
          • Bleeding sequence for vehicles with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Ball head, adjusting
        • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294, removing and installing
          • Non-return valve, checking
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192
          • Assembly overview
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294 , removing and installing
          • Check valve , checking
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Electric vacuum pump
          • Description and function
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 or scan tool V.A.G 1551 , connecting
          • Selecting functions
          • Basic setting (performing "short trip" test)
          • Performing final control diagnosis
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Brake hoses and brake lines
          • Brake hoses/lines, routing
          • Tightening torques
    • Disc Brakes
      • Model Identification
      • Description & Operation
      • Bleeding Brake System
        • Bleeding Procedure
      • Adjustments
        • BRAKELIGHT Switch
          • Pedal Bracket With Internal Thread For Brake Light Switch
          • Pedal Bracket With Spring Clip For Brake Light Switch
        • Cruise Control System Vent Valves
        • Power Booster Push Rod
          • Notes
          • Adjustment
        • Parking Brake
        • Wheel Bearings
          • Front
          • Rear (Quattro)
          • Rear (Except Quattro)
      • Testing
        • Brake Pad Warning Light
          • Notes
          • Dual Piston Front Calipers
        • Master Cylinder Leakage Test
      • Servicing
        • Recommended Brake Fluid Change Interval
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Center Console
        • Front Brake Caliper
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (Single Piston)
          • Removal & Installation (Dual Piston)
        • Front Brake Pads
          • Notes
          • Removal (Single Piston Caliper)
          • Installation (Single Piston Caliper)
          • Removal (Dual Piston Caliper)
          • Installation (Dual Piston Caliper)
        • Front & Rear Rotor
          • Removal & Installation
        • Master Cylinder
          • Removal - With 0.937" (23.81 mm) Diameter Piston
          • Installation - With 0.937" (23.81 mm) Diameter Piston
          • Removal - With .999" (25.4 mm) Diameter Piston & Brake Servo
          • Installation - With .999" (25.4 mm) Diameter Piston & Brake Servo
        • Parking Brake Cables
          • FWD Vehicles
          • AWD Vehicles
        • Parking Brake Handle
        • Power Booster
          • Notes
          • Removal - With .937" (23.81 mm) Piston Diameter Master Cylinder
          • Installation - With .937" (23.81 mm) Piston Diameter Master Cylinder
        • Rear Brake Caliper
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Rear Brake Pads
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation (Except Aluminum Rear Calipers)
          • Installation (Aluminum Rear Calipers)
      • Overhaul
        • Front Caliper
          • Notes
          • Disassembly
          • Cleaning & Inspection
          • Reassembly
        • Rear Caliper
          • Notes
          • Disassembly
          • Cleaning & Inspection
          • Reassembly
        • Master Cylinder
        • Power Booster
      • Torque Specifications
      • Disc Brake Specifications
  • Parking Brake System
    • 00 - General, Technical Data
      • Brakes
      • Brake fluid
        • General notes
        • Front-wheel drive vehicles
        • All-wheel drive vehicles
    • 45 - Anti-lock brake system
      • Information for repair work on ABS
      • ABS/ESP system, component overview
        • ABS/ESP system, component overview
        • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 , connecting and selecting functions
      • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
        • Hydraulic unit and brake lines
        • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
      • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 8.0
        • ABS Bosch 8.0
        • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
      • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
        • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
        • Front axle speed sensor, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Front axle rotor, checking or removing and installing
      • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Rear axle rotor, checking
        • Removing and installing rotor on rear axle
      • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Checking rotor on rear axle
      • ABS/ESP system components, removing and installing
        • Brake light switch, removing and installing
        • Transverse acceleration sensor G200 and Rotation rate sensor G202 , removing and installing
      • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
        • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
    • 46 - Brakes - Mechanical components
      • Front brakes C54
        • Front brakes, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Front brakes FN3
        • Front brakes, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Front brakes FNR-G60
        • Front brakes, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Front brakes, Brembo 18
        • Front brakes, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Rear brakes C38
        • Brake calipers, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Rear brakes C41/C43
        • Brake calipers, servicing
        • Brake pads, removing and installing
      • Rear brakes, RS4 (model 8EC)/C43
        • Brake caliper, servicing
      • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake, adjusting
      • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
      • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
        • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
        • Parking brake, adjusting
      • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
        • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
      • Brake pedal, assembly overview
        • Brake pedal, assembly overview
      • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
        • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
    • 47 - Brakes - Hydraulic components
      • Pressurized leak test
        • Pressurized leak test
        • High and low pressure testing
        • Residual pressure test
      • Brake caliper C54
        • Brake calipers, servicing
        • Front caliper piston, removing and installing
      • Brake caliper FN3
        • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
      • Brake caliper FNR-G60
        • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Front brake caliper piston, removing and installing
      • Brake caliper, Brembo 18
        • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
      • Rear brake caliper C38
        • Brake calipers, servicing
        • Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake fluid, changing
      • Brake system, bleeding
        • Brake system, bleeding
        • Bleeding sequence for vehicles with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
        • Brake fluid, changing
      • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
        • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
        • Ball head, adjusting
      • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
        • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192, removing and installing
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192, checking
        • Brake booster pressure sensor G294, removing and installing
        • Non-return valve, checking
      • Brake system vacuum pump V192
        • Assembly overview
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , removing and installing
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , checking
        • Brake booster pressure sensor G294 , removing and installing
        • Check valve , checking
        • Reading measured value block
        • DTC table
      • Electric vacuum pump
        • Description and function
        • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 or scan tool V.A.G 1551 , connecting
        • Selecting functions
        • Basic setting (performing "short trip" test)
        • Performing final control diagnosis
        • Reading measured value block
        • DTC table
      • Brake hoses and brake lines
        • Brake hoses/lines, routing
        • Tightening torques
  • Traction Control
    • Anti-Lock - BOSCH 5.3 (With TCS/EDL/Esp)
      • Description
      • Operation
        • Anti-Lock Brake System
        • Anti-Skid Regulation
        • Electronic Differential Lock
        • Electronic Stabilization Program
        • Abs Control Module
        • Brake Pressure Sender 1
        • Hydraulic Pump
        • Steering Angle Sensor
        • Rotation Rate Sender
        • Transverse Acceleration Sensor
      • Bleeding Brake System
        • Bleeding Procedures
      • Servicing
        • Brake Fluid
      • Testing
        • Abs Control Module Voltage Test
          • Abs/EDL/ASR
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
        • Hydraulic Unit Pressure Testing
          • Notes
          • High Pressure Test
          • Low Pressure Test
        • Transverse Acceleration/Rotation Rate Sensor (Esp Equipped Vehicles)
        • Return Pump Motor
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
        • Solenoid Valve Relay
          • Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp
      • Trouble Shooting
        • Warning Lights
          • Notes
          • Testing Warning Lights (ABS/EDL/ASR)
          • Testing Warning Lights (ABS/EDL/ASR & ESP)
        • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module And Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
      • Diagnosis
        • Notes
        • Preliminary Checks
        • Equipment Hook-Up
        • On Board Diagnostics
        • Function 01 - Check Abs Control Module Versions
        • Function 02 - Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode
        • Function 04 - Basic Setting
          • Notes
          • Zero Position Adjustment Of Steering Angle Sensor
          • Activating Hydraulic Pump
          • Electronic Stability Program Road Test
        • Function 05 - Erase DTC Memory
        • Function 06 - End Output
        • Function 07 - Code Control Module
        • Function 08 - Read Measuring Value Block
          • Vehicles Equipped With ABS/EDL/ARS
          • Vehicles Equipped With ABS/EDL/ARS & ESP
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
      • Diagnostic Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
        • Notes
        • DTC 00000: No Fault Detected
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00283: Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00285: Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00287: Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00290: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00301: Abs Return Flow Pump
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00526: BRAKELIGHT Switch Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00529: Rpm Signal Missing
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00532: Abs Control Module Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00597: Varying Wheel Speed Impulse
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00623: Abs To Transmission Control Model Electrical Connection
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Automatic)
          • Testing (Manual)
        • DTC 00646: Abs/ASR Engine Electrical Connection No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00647: Abs/ASR Engine Electrical Connection No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00761: DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01044: Abs Control Module Incorrectly Coded
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01130: Abs Implausible Signal
        • DTC 01200: Abs Valves Voltage Supply
          • Description
          • Probable Causes
          • Testing
        • DTC 01201: Abs Pump Voltage Supply
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01203: Abs To Instrument Panel Circuit Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01314: No Communication With Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18034: No Message From Transmission Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18256: DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18258: Data Bus Drive Information Missing From Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18262: Data Bus Drive Faulty Hardware
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18263: Data Bus Drive Software Monitoring Fault
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18265: Engine Control Module Load Signal Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18266: Engine Control Module Rev Signal Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 65535: Control Module Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
      • Diagnostic Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
        • Notes
        • DTC 00000: No Fault Detected
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00257: Left Front Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00259: Right Front Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00265: Left Front Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00267: Right Front Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00273: Right Rear Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00274: Left Rear Abs Inlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00275: Right Rear Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00276: Left Rear Abs Outlet Valve
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00283: Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00285: Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00287: Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00290: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00301: Abs Return Flow Pump
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00302: Abs Solenoid Valve Relay
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00526: BRAKELIGHT Switch Circuit Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00532: Abs Control Module Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00597: Varying Wheel Speed Impulse
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 00778: Steering Angle Sensor Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (SAS Faulty)
          • Testing (SAS Zero Position Not Carried Out)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01044: Abs Control Module Incorrectly Coded
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01119: Gear Recognition Signal
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01203: Abs To Instrument Panel Circuit Supply Voltage Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Open Circuit Or Short To Ground)
          • Testing (No Signal)
        • DTC 01310: Level Control System - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01314: Engine Control Module - Regulating Difference
          • Description
        • DTC 01316: Abs Control Module - Regulating Difference
          • Description
        • DTC 01324: All-Wheel Drive Control Module - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01418: Traction Control Pilot Valve No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01419: Traction Control Pilot Valve No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01420: Traction Control High Pressure Switch Valve No. 1
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01421: Traction Control High Pressure Switch Valve No. 2
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01422: Traction Control Hydraulic Pump Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Insufficient Voltage Supply)
          • Testing (Short To Voltage)
          • Testing (Open Circuit Or Short To Ground)
        • DTC 01423: Transverse Acceleration Sensor Malfunction (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Power Supply)
          • Testing (Signal Circuit)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01423: Transverse Acceleration Sensor Malfunction (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing (Power Supply)
          • Testing (Signal Circuit)
          • Testing (Implausible Signal)
        • DTC 01424 & 01425: Rotation Rate Sender Malfunction (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01424 & 01425: Rotation Rate Sender Malfunction (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01435: Brake Booster Sender 1 Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01464: Brake Pressure Sender/Transverse Acceleration Sensor - Power Supply Malfunction
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01486: System Function Test Activated
        • DTC 01542: Rotation Rate Sender - Implausible Signal (Abs Control Module 4B0 907 389 Only)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 01542: Rotation Rate Sender - Implausible Signal (Abs Control Module 8D0 907 389, A, D & E)
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18031: Data Bus Drive - No Communication
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18034: Data Bus Drive - No Message From Transmission Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18036: Data Bus Drive - No Message From Steering Angle Sensor
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18055: Abs Control Module Code/Version Mismatch
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18256: Abs Related DTC Stored In Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18258: Data Bus Drive Information Missing From Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18262: Data Bus Drive Faulty Hardware
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18263: Data Bus Drive Software Monitoring Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
        • DTC 18264: Throttle Position Sensor Malfunction Message From Engine Control Module
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 18265: Engine Control Module Load Signal Malfunction
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 18266: Engine Control Module Rev Signal Malfunction
          • Description
          • Testing
        • DTC 65535: Control Module Fault
          • Description
          • Probable Cause
          • Testing
      • Circuit Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR Only)
        • Notes
        • Identifying Abs Control Module Circuits
        • Electrical Testing
      • Circuit Tests (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
        • Notes
        • Identifying Abs Control Module Circuits
        • Electrical Testing (Abs/EDL/ASR & Esp)
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Abs Control Module (Abs/ASR/EDL & Esp)
          • Removal & Installation
        • Hydraulic Unit
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Hydraulic Pump
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Steering Angle Sensor
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Rotation Rate Sender
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transverse Acceleration Sensor
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Wheel Speed Sensor
          • Removal & Installation
      • Adjustments
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wiring Diagrams
    • Brake System
      • 00 - General, Technical Data
        • Brakes
        • Brake fluid
          • General notes
          • Front-wheel drive vehicles
          • All-wheel drive vehicles
      • 45 - Anti-lock brake system
        • Information for repair work on ABS
        • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • ABS/ESP system, component overview
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 , connecting and selecting functions
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 5.7
          • Hydraulic unit and brake lines
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Bosch 8.0
          • ABS Bosch 8.0
          • Hydraulic control unit, removing and installing
        • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • ABS system components on front axle, removing and installing
          • Front axle speed sensor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front axle rotor, checking or removing and installing
        • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Rear axle rotor, checking
          • Removing and installing rotor on rear axle
        • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • ABS system components on rear axle (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Speed sensor on rear axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Checking rotor on rear axle
        • ABS/ESP system components, removing and installing
          • Brake light switch, removing and installing
          • Transverse acceleration sensor G200 and Rotation rate sensor G202 , removing and installing
        • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
          • Brake pressure sensor 1 G201 , removing and installing
      • 46 - Brakes - Mechanical components
        • Front brakes C54
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FN3
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes FNR-G60
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Front brakes, Brembo 18
          • Front brakes, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes C41/C43
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Brake pads, removing and installing
        • Rear brakes, RS4 (model 8EC)/C43
          • Brake caliper, servicing
        • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (FWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
          • Parking brake cables (AWD vehicles), removing and installing
        • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever with under tray, removing and installing
          • Parking brake, adjusting
        • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
          • Parking brake handle, removing and installing
        • Brake pedal, assembly overview
          • Brake pedal, assembly overview
        • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
          • Brake pedal bracket, removing and installing
      • 47 - Brakes - Hydraulic components
        • Pressurized leak test
          • Pressurized leak test
          • High and low pressure testing
          • Residual pressure test
        • Brake caliper C54
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Front caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FN3
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper FNR-G60
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Front brake caliper piston, removing and installing
        • Brake caliper, Brembo 18
          • Brake caliper, servicing
          • Piston for front brake caliper, removing and installing
        • Rear brake caliper C38
          • Brake calipers, servicing
          • Rear brake caliper piston, removing and installing
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Brake system, bleeding
          • Brake system, bleeding
          • Bleeding sequence for vehicles with Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
          • Brake fluid, changing
        • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Tandem brake booster/brake master cylinder, assembly overview
          • Ball head, adjusting
        • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake master cylinder with brake booster, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192, checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294, removing and installing
          • Non-return valve, checking
        • Brake system vacuum pump V192
          • Assembly overview
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , removing and installing
          • Brake system vacuum pump V192 , checking
          • Brake booster pressure sensor G294 , removing and installing
          • Check valve , checking
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Electric vacuum pump
          • Description and function
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS 5051 or scan tool V.A.G 1551 , connecting
          • Selecting functions
          • Basic setting (performing "short trip" test)
          • Performing final control diagnosis
          • Reading measured value block
          • DTC table
        • Brake hoses and brake lines
          • Brake hoses/lines, routing
          • Tightening torques
• Drivelines & Axles
  • Axle Shafts
    • Axle Shafts - Front & Rear
      • Description & Operation
      • Lubrication
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Front Axle Shaft
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Rear Axle Shaft
          • Removal
          • Installation
      • Overhaul
        • Notes
        • Constant Velocity Joints (Front Axle)
          • Notes
          • Inner CV Joint (Solid Axle)
          • Outer CV Joint (Solid Axle)
          • Outer CV Joint (With Hollow Axle)
          • Front Inner Triple-Roller Joint
        • Constant Velocity Joints (Rear Axle)
          • Inner CV Joint (Rear Axle)
          • Outer CV Joint (Rear Axle)
      • Torque Specifications
      • Special Tools
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Differentials & Drive Axles
    • Rear Final Drive
      • 00 General, Technical data
        • Rear final drive identification
        • Code letters, transmission ratios, capacities
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 5-speed Manual Transmission 01A AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 01E, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 02X, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 0A3, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: Automatic Transmission 01V FWD and AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: Automatic Gearbox 09L, AWD
        • Transmission layout
          • Transmission layout
        • Repair instructions
          • Repair instructions
      • 39 Final drive, Differential
        • Drive shaft, servicing
          • Drive shaft, servicing
          • Drive shaft, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive shaft flange, measuring and marking radial run-out
        • Gear oil level in rear final drive, checking
          • Gear oil level in rear final drive, checking
        • Flange shaft oil seals, replacing
          • Flange shaft oil seals, replacing
        • Drive shaft flange seal, replacing
          • Drive shaft flange seal, replacing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Calculate dimension "a" and dimension "b"
            • Installing
        • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, attaching to assembly bracket
            • Notes
            • Secure complete rear final drive on a repair stand with bracket VW 540
        • Rear final drive, disassembling and assembling
          • Assembly overview
        • Differential, removing and installing
          • Differential, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure final drive on repair stand
            • Removing and installing flange shaft
            • Press in cover until stop
            • Installation position vent sleeve
            • Removal
            • Installing
        • Differential, disassembling and assembling
          • Differential, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Driving small taper roller bearing outer race out of cover
            • Pressing in taper roller bearing outer race small until stop into housing
            • Pulling off inner race for small taper roller bearing
            • Pressing on small taper roller bearing inner race
            • Pulling off inner race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing on large taper roller bearing inner race
            • Driving out outer race for large taper roller bearing out of cover
            • Pressing in outer race for large taper roller bearing into cover
            • Driving ring gear off housing
            • Installing ring gear
            • Installing small bevel gears
            • Adjusting differential bevel gears
        • Drive pinion, removing and installing and disassembling and assembling
          • Drive pinion, removing and installing and disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Removing nut for drive pinion
            • Pulling flange for drive shaft off drive pinion
            • Pulling out seal for flange for drive shaft
            • Pressing drive pinion out of inner race for small taper roller bearing
            • Pulling out small taper roller bearing outer race
            • Driving out outer race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing inner race for large taper roller bearing off drive pinion
            • Pressing inner race for large taper roller bearing onto drive pinion
            • Pulling in outer race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing in small taper roller bearing outer race
            • Pressing on small taper roller bearing inner race
            • Inserting O-ring
            • Tapping in seal for flange for drive shaft
            • Installing flange
            • Tighten nut for drive pinion and adjusting friction torque
            • Measuring frictional torque
        • Drive pinion and ring gear, adjusting
          • Drive pinion and ring gear, adjusting
          • Gear sets, adjusting and marking
          • Position of shims
          • Adjustment overview
          • Final drive, readjustment sequence
          • Drive pinion, adjusting
          • Ring gear, adjusting
            • Notes
            • Determining total shim thickness "Stotal" for shims "S1" + "S2"
            • Determine "Stotal" (S1 + S2)
            • Determining thickness of shim "S1*"
            • Measuring frictional torque (check)
            • Adjusting backlash
            • Determining average backlash
            • Determining thickness of shim "S2"
            • The following shims are available for "S2"
            • Determining thickness of shim "S1"
            • The following shims are available for "S1"
            • Check measurement
    • Rear Final Drive 0AR
      • 00 - General, Technical Data
        • Identification of rear final drive
          • Identification of rear final drive
          • Code letters, aggregate allocation, ratios, capacities, Audi A4 2002 >, Cabriolet 2003 >
        • Power transfer, overview
          • Power transfer, overview
        • General Repair Notes
          • General Repair Notes
          • Vehicle jack mode on vehicles with air spring suspension
          • Components
            • Rear Final Drive
            • O-rings, gaskets, seals
            • Securing rings
            • Nuts, bolts
      • 39 - Final drive, Differential
        • Driveshaft, servicing overview
          • Driveshaft, servicing overview
          • Driveshaft (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Driveshaft (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing
            • Installing driveshaft - Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6
          • Driveshaft, disconnecting from rear final drive
            • Notes
            • Driveshaft, securing to rear final drive
        • Measure radial play at flange/driveshaft and mark
          • Measure radial play at flange/driveshaft and mark
        • Axle oil in rear final drive, checking
          • Axle oil in rear final drive, checking
        • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), overview
          • Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing rear final drive - Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6
        • Oil seals for flange shafts, replacing
          • Oil seals for flange shafts, replacing
        • Sealing ring for flange/driveshaft (rear final drive installed), replacing
          • Sealing ring for flange/driveshaft (rear final drive installed), replacing
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Driveshaft & Universal Joints
    • Driveshaft & Universal Joints
      • Removal & Installation
        • Driveshaft
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Drive Flange/Driveshaft Radial Deviation: Measuring & Identifying
          • Notes
          • Driveshaft: Adjusting
          • Aligning Driveshaft Longitudinally
      • Torque Specifications
    • Rear Final Drive
      • 00 General, Technical data
        • Rear final drive identification
        • Code letters, transmission ratios, capacities
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 5-speed Manual Transmission 01A AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 01E, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 02X, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: 6-speed Manual Transmission 0A3, AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: Automatic Transmission 01V FWD and AWD
          • Allocation of mechanical units: Automatic Gearbox 09L, AWD
        • Transmission layout
          • Transmission layout
        • Repair instructions
          • Repair instructions
      • 39 Final drive, Differential
        • Drive shaft, servicing
          • Drive shaft, servicing
          • Drive shaft, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive shaft flange, measuring and marking radial run-out
        • Gear oil level in rear final drive, checking
          • Gear oil level in rear final drive, checking
        • Flange shaft oil seals, replacing
          • Flange shaft oil seals, replacing
        • Drive shaft flange seal, replacing
          • Drive shaft flange seal, replacing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Calculate dimension "a" and dimension "b"
            • Installing
        • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, attaching to assembly bracket
            • Notes
            • Secure complete rear final drive on a repair stand with bracket VW 540
        • Rear final drive, disassembling and assembling
          • Assembly overview
        • Differential, removing and installing
          • Differential, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure final drive on repair stand
            • Removing and installing flange shaft
            • Press in cover until stop
            • Installation position vent sleeve
            • Removal
            • Installing
        • Differential, disassembling and assembling
          • Differential, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Driving small taper roller bearing outer race out of cover
            • Pressing in taper roller bearing outer race small until stop into housing
            • Pulling off inner race for small taper roller bearing
            • Pressing on small taper roller bearing inner race
            • Pulling off inner race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing on large taper roller bearing inner race
            • Driving out outer race for large taper roller bearing out of cover
            • Pressing in outer race for large taper roller bearing into cover
            • Driving ring gear off housing
            • Installing ring gear
            • Installing small bevel gears
            • Adjusting differential bevel gears
        • Drive pinion, removing and installing and disassembling and assembling
          • Drive pinion, removing and installing and disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Removing nut for drive pinion
            • Pulling flange for drive shaft off drive pinion
            • Pulling out seal for flange for drive shaft
            • Pressing drive pinion out of inner race for small taper roller bearing
            • Pulling out small taper roller bearing outer race
            • Driving out outer race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing inner race for large taper roller bearing off drive pinion
            • Pressing inner race for large taper roller bearing onto drive pinion
            • Pulling in outer race for large taper roller bearing
            • Pressing in small taper roller bearing outer race
            • Pressing on small taper roller bearing inner race
            • Inserting O-ring
            • Tapping in seal for flange for drive shaft
            • Installing flange
            • Tighten nut for drive pinion and adjusting friction torque
            • Measuring frictional torque
        • Drive pinion and ring gear, adjusting
          • Drive pinion and ring gear, adjusting
          • Gear sets, adjusting and marking
          • Position of shims
          • Adjustment overview
          • Final drive, readjustment sequence
          • Drive pinion, adjusting
          • Ring gear, adjusting
            • Notes
            • Determining total shim thickness "Stotal" for shims "S1" + "S2"
            • Determine "Stotal" (S1 + S2)
            • Determining thickness of shim "S1*"
            • Measuring frictional torque (check)
            • Adjusting backlash
            • Determining average backlash
            • Determining thickness of shim "S2"
            • The following shims are available for "S2"
            • Determining thickness of shim "S1"
            • The following shims are available for "S1"
            • Check measurement
    • Rear Final Drive 0AR
      • 00 - General, Technical Data
        • Identification of rear final drive
          • Identification of rear final drive
          • Code letters, aggregate allocation, ratios, capacities, Audi A4 2002 >, Cabriolet 2003 >
        • Power transfer, overview
          • Power transfer, overview
        • General Repair Notes
          • General Repair Notes
          • Vehicle jack mode on vehicles with air spring suspension
          • Components
            • Rear Final Drive
            • O-rings, gaskets, seals
            • Securing rings
            • Nuts, bolts
      • 39 - Final drive, Differential
        • Driveshaft, servicing overview
          • Driveshaft, servicing overview
          • Driveshaft (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Driveshaft (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing
            • Installing driveshaft - Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6
          • Driveshaft, disconnecting from rear final drive
            • Notes
            • Driveshaft, securing to rear final drive
        • Measure radial play at flange/driveshaft and mark
          • Measure radial play at flange/driveshaft and mark
        • Axle oil in rear final drive, checking
          • Axle oil in rear final drive, checking
        • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive, removing and installing
          • Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), overview
          • Rear final drive (Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing rear final drive - Audi A4 and Cabriolet, Audi A6
        • Oil seals for flange shafts, replacing
          • Oil seals for flange shafts, replacing
        • Sealing ring for flange/driveshaft (rear final drive installed), replacing
          • Sealing ring for flange/driveshaft (rear final drive installed), replacing
  • Wheel Hubs
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
• Electrical
  • Body Electrical
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Charging Systems
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Component Locations
    • Diagnostic Connector (DLC) Locations
      • Domestic Cars
        • CHRYSLER Group LLC
        • Ford Motor Co.
        • General Motors
      • Domestic Light Trucks & Vans
        • CHRYSLER Group LLC
        • Ford Motor Co.
        • General Motors
      • Imported Cars & Trucks
        • ACURA
        • AUDI
        • BENTLEY
        • BMW
        • DAIHATSU
        • CHRYSLER Group LLC
        • FERRARI
        • Ford Motor Co.
        • General Motors
        • HONDA
        • HYUNDAI
        • INFINITI
        • ISUZU
        • Jaguar
        • KIA
        • Land Rover
        • LEXUS
        • MAZDA
        • MERCEDES-BENZ
        • MITSUBISHI
        • NISSAN
        • PEUGEOT
        • PORSCHE
        • RENAULT
        • Rolls-ROYCE
        • SAAB
        • SUBARU
        • SUZUKI
        • TOYOTA
        • VOLKSWAGEN
        • VOLVO
  • Fuses & Circuit Breakers
    • Fuses & Circuit Breakers
      • Fuses
        • Notes
        • Fuse Panel Location
        • Fuse Color Identification
        • Fuse Panel Identification
      • Relays
        • Three-Way Relay Carrier
        • Eight-Way Relay Carrier
        • Thirteen-Way Relay Carrier
        • Micro Central Electric Panel
    • Fuses & Circuit Breakers - Except Cabriolet
      • Identification
        • Notes
        • Engine Code
        • Component Location
          • Relay/Fuse Panels & Connector Stations
      • Component Identification
        • Fuses
          • Main Fuse (Engine Compartment)
          • Fuse Index Information (Passenger Compartment)
        • Relays
          • Relay Panel (4 Position) In Electronics Box, Plenum Chamber
            • Notes
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code BGB, BPG)
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code BFB, BBK)
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code AUK, BKH)
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code BNS)
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code BBJ - With Automatic Transmission AG5)
            • Relay Panel (4 Position) In E-Box (Engine Code BBJ - With Transmission 01J / 0AN)
          • Relay Panel (4-Position) With Threaded Connection
          • Relay Panel (9-Position) At Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
      • Connector Station
        • Connector Station - Right A Pillar
        • Connector Station - Left A Pillar
        • Connector Station - LF/RF Seat Wiring
        • Connector Station With Threaded Connection
      • Fuses - Circuit Protection
        • Notes
        • Replacing A Fuse
        • Fuse - Color Codes
  • Gauges
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Motors, Switches, Relays
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Starter
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
  • Wiring Diagrams
    • System Wiring Diagrams
      • Air Conditioning
      • Anti-Lock Brakes
      • Anti-Theft
      • Computer Data Lines
      • Cooling Fan
      • Cruise Control
      • Defoggers
      • Engine Performance
        • 2.7L Turbo
      • Exterior Lights
      • Ground Distribution
      • Headlights
      • Horn
      • Instrument Cluster
      • Interior Lights
      • Navigation
      • Power Distribution
      • Power Door Locks
      • Power Mirrors
      • Power Seats
      • Power Top/Sunroof
      • Power Windows
      • Radio
      • Shift Interlock
      • Starting/Charging
      • Supplemental Restraints
      • Transmission
      • Trunk, Tailgate, Fuel Door
      • Wiper/Washer
    • Using lemon2025'S System Wiring Diagrams
      • Introduction
      • Wiring Diagram Features And Controls
      • Wiring Diagram Color Abbreviations
      • Wiring Diagram Symbols
      • Wiring Diagram Ground Number Locations
      • Wiring Diagram Component Locations
• Engine Mechanical
  • Accessory Drive Belts
    • Cooling System Specifications & Drive Belt Routing
      • Identification
        • Engine Identification
      • Component Locations
        • Cooling System Identification
      • Draining, Filling & Bleeding
        • Cooling System Precautions
        • Draining & Filling Cooling System
      • Servicing
      • Adjustments
      • Drive Belt Routing
      • Cooling System Specifications
      • Torque Specifications
  • Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
    • Emission Control System Visual Inspection Procedures - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Emission Control Labels
      • Emission Control Visual Inspection
        • Notes
        • Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV)
        • Thermostatic Air Cleaner (TAC)
        • Fuel Evaporative System (EVAP)
        • Catalytic Converters
          • Oxidation Catalyst (OC)
          • Three-Way Catalyst (TWC)
          • Three-Way Catalyst + Oxidation Catalyst (TWC + OC)
        • Fill Pipe RESTRICTOR (Fr)
        • Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION (EGR) System
          • Single Diaphragm EGR Valve
          • Dual Diaphragm EGR Valve
          • Positive Backpressure EGR (BP/EGR) Valve
          • Negative Backpressure EGR (BP/EGR) Valve
          • Digital EGR Valve
          • Integrated Electronic EGR Valve
        • Spark Controls (SPK)
        • Air Injection System (AIS)
          • Air Pump Injection System (AP)
          • Pulsed Secondary Air Injection (PAIR) System
        • Oxygen Sensor (O2)
        • Computerized Engine Controls (CEC)
        • Early Fuel Evaporation (EFE)
        • Emission Maintenance Reminder Light (EMR) (If Equipped)
        • Malfunction Indicator Light (Mil)
  • Cooling Fan
    • Electric Cooling Fans
      • Description & Operation
        • A/C High Pressure Sensor (F65)
        • After-Run Coolant Pump
          • Notes
          • 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo
        • After-Run Coolant Pump THERMO Switch
          • 2.7 V6 Bi-Turbo
        • Coolant Fans
          • 4.2L V8
            • Location
            • Fan Controls
            • Fan Request From Air Conditioner
            • Normal Engine Operation
        • Coolant Fan Control Module
          • Notes
          • 1.8L Turbo
          • 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo
          • 3.0L V6
          • 4.2L V8
        • Coolant Fan Control THERMO Switch
          • 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo & 4.2L V8
      • Component Locations
      • System Tests
      • Component Tests
        • A/C High Pressure Sensor
        • Coolant Fan
          • Notes
          • 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo
          • 4.2L V8
            • Coolant Fans (V7) & (V177)
            • Coolant Fan (V7, Left)
            • Coolant Fan (V177, Right)
        • Coolant Fan Control THERMO Switch
          • 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo
        • Coolant Fan Control Module
        • After-Run Coolant Pump & Fan (2.7L Bi-Turbo)
          • 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo
        • After Run Coolant Pump THERMO Switch (2.7L Bi-Turbo)
      • Removal & Installation
        • Cooling Fans
          • Removal (1.8L Turbo, Coolant Fan V7)
          • Installation (1.8L Turbo, Coolant Fan V7)
          • 3.0L V6
          • 4.2L V8
            • Coolant Fan (V7, Left)
              • Notes
              • Removal
              • Installation
            • Coolant Fan (V177, Right)
              • Removal
              • Installation
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wiring Diagrams
        • 2002
        • 2003
        • 2004
    • Engine Cooling - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • Engine - Cooling System
        • Cooling system components, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Cooling system components (on body), removing and installing
          • Cooling system components (on engine, front), removing and installing
          • Cooling system components (on engine, rear), removing and installing
          • Diagram of coolant hose connections
          • Cooling system, draining and filling
            • Notes
            • Draining
            • Filling
          • Radiator, removing and installing
            • Removing
              • Notes
              • Vehicles with air conditioner
            • Installing
          • Coolant pump, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Coolant thermostat, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Auxiliary water pump, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Viscous fan, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Radiator fan, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Cooling system, checking for leaks
            • Notes
            • Checking pressure relief valve in filler cap
  • Cooling System (Mechanical)
    • Cooling System Specifications & Drive Belt Routing
      • Identification
        • Engine Identification
      • Component Locations
        • Cooling System Identification
      • Draining, Filling & Bleeding
        • Cooling System Precautions
        • Draining & Filling Cooling System
      • Servicing
      • Adjustments
      • Drive Belt Routing
      • Cooling System Specifications
      • Torque Specifications
    • Engine Cooling - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • Engine - Cooling System
        • Cooling system components, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Cooling system components (on body), removing and installing
          • Cooling system components (on engine, front), removing and installing
          • Cooling system components (on engine, rear), removing and installing
          • Diagram of coolant hose connections
          • Cooling system, draining and filling
            • Notes
            • Draining
            • Filling
          • Radiator, removing and installing
            • Removing
              • Notes
              • Vehicles with air conditioner
            • Installing
          • Coolant pump, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Coolant thermostat, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Auxiliary water pump, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Viscous fan, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Radiator fan, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Cooling system, checking for leaks
            • Notes
            • Checking pressure relief valve in filler cap
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel Supply System
      • 20 - Fuel supply system
        • Notes for performing work on fuel supply system
          • Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system
          • Rules for cleanliness
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2002 - 2003
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine and 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2003 - 2004
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , testing
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with FSI engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel level sensor G , checking
          • Fuel level sensor G , removing and installing
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with all wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, component overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) delivery quantity, checking
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. and 8-cyl. FSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , removing and installing
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. FSI-engine (Audi RS4))
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump
          • Suction jet pump, removing and installing
        • Fuel filter, servicing
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system with return line)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system without return flow)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
        • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
        • EVAP canister/leak detection system, servicing (Front and all wheel drive vehicles)
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • EVAP filter - Vehicles as of 11.04
          • Evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister, removing and installing
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, 8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4), component overview
          • EVAP canister, removing and installing (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system - 1.8L Turbo engine
            • Notes
            • Installation position of T-piece
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system 6-cyl. (MPI-engine)
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (6-cyl. FSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Leak detection system
          • Diagnostic leak test, performing
          • Fuel supply and tank ventilation systems, checking for leaks
          • EVAP system, checking using tester KLI 9210
            • Introduction
            • Calibrating the KLI 9210 tester
            • Testing the fuel cap
            • Checking Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 for internal leaks
            • Conditions
            • Checking EVAP system for leaks
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with FSI and TFSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , removing and installing
        • Accelerator linkage, servicing
          • Accelerator pedal module, assembly overview
          • Accelerator pedal module with Throttle Position (TP) sensors, removing and installing
          • Kick-down function, adapting after replacing gas pedal module or engine control module (ECM)
    • MULTIPORT Fuel Injection (MFI) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 24 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
        • Motronic Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system, servicing
          • Safety precautions
          • Rules for cleanliness
          • Technical data
          • Component locations, overview
            • Notes
            • Component location for exhaust temperature sensors on vehicle with automatic transmission:
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
          • Wiring and component check with VAG1598/31 test box
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work sequence
          • Procedure after interrupting voltage supply
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work procedure
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (without metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (with metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Remove Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Removing
            • Installing Engine Control Module (ECM)
          • Idle speed, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Checking idle speed
              • Notes
              • If the idle speed is too high or too low, or if the engine does not idle smoothly, and there are no malfunctions stored in the DTC memory, perform the following tests (marked with dots):
          • Fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel pressure, checking
            • Requirements
            • Testing system pressure
            • Checking residual fuel pressure
          • Fuel injectors, checking
            • A - Electrical testing of fuel injectors
            • B - Checking voltage supply
              • Test conditions
            • C - Testing activation of injectors
          • Fuel injection volume, fuel injector leakage and spray pattern of injectors, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Checking for leaks
            • Checking injection quantity
          • Fuel rail with fuel injectors, disassembling and assembling
          • Fuel Pump (FP) relay -J17- and relay activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-, checking
            • Notes
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
          • Air system for leaks (un-metered air), checking
            • Check with engine leak detector spray G 001 800 A1
        • Oxygen sensor control, checking
          • Function of oxygen sensor control
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control before Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC), checking
            • Special tools and shop equipment
            • Test conditions
            • Checking function
            • Checking oxygen sensor adaptation and oxygen sensor control
              • Notes
              • If the specified values in display fields 1 and/or 3 do not match the specifications, or if the readout does not fluctuate by at least 2 % (Display group 033):
              • Evaluation display group 032
              • Evaluation display group 033
          • Oxygen sensors aging, oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 1
            • Continuation
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 2
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter, checking
            • Test equipment and shop tools
            • Test conditions
            • Test requirements
            • Checking oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter
            • Continuation
          • Oxygen sensor heater for oxygen sensor, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater
            • Connectors for Engine code BEL
            • All engine codes
          • Oxygen sensor signal wire and activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking oxygen sensor wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G130-
            • Checking wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2 -G108-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) 2 Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G131-
          • Oxygen sensors, removing and installing
            • Removing
        • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system, checking
          • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-, checking
            • Checking for leaks
              • Notes
              • Electrical testing of Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-
          • Checking voltage supply to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- (solenoid valve)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Testing activation of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
        • Electronic Engine Power Control (EPC), checking
          • Function of Engine Power Control (EPC)
          • Significance of electronic Engine Power Control (EPC) warning light in instrument cluster
            • Notes
            • Checking function of warning light
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, checking
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions for adaptation of throttle valve control module
          • Angle sensor 1 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G187 - and Angle sensor 2 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G188-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply to throttle valve control module
            • Checking wiring for voltage, signal and activation
          • Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply of accelerator position sensors
            • Checking wiring
          • Kick-Down function, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
        • Vacuum system layout
          • General air flow
          • Boost pressure control, subsystem
          • EVAP system (tank ventilation system), subsystem
          • Recirculating air control (deceleration recirculating air control), subsystem
          • Crankcase ventilation, subsystem
          • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Additional signals, checking
            • Engine speed (RPM) signal, checking
          • Fuel consumption signal for on-board computer, checking
          • Coolant temperature signal, checking
          • Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS), checking
          • Fuel tank level signal, checking
          • Brake light switch -F- and brake pedal switch -F47-, checking
            • Notes
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-, checking
            • Notes
            • Test sequence
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Crash signal, checking
          • Signal for rough road recognition from ABS/EDL control module, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
          • Data exchange between Engine/ABS/Transmission control modules, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking bus system
          • Data exchange between control modules, checking
            • Checking bus system
  • Mechanical
    • 4.2L V8 5V - BHF
      • General, Technical Data
        • Technical data
          • Engine number
          • Engine features
      • Engine-Assembly
        • Engine, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Special tools and equipment required
          • Lock carrier, removing
          • Engine, removing
          • Attaching engine to repair stand
            • Special tools and workshop equipment required
            • Work sequence
          • Engine, installing
          • Tightening torques
          • Left and Right Electro-Hydraulic engine mount solenoid valves -N144- and -N145-, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
            • Electrical checking of electro-hydraulic engine mount solenoid valves
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking power supply
              • Requirements
            • Checking actuation
      • Engine-Crankshaft, Cylinder Block
        • Engine, disassembling and assembling
          • Overview of lock carrier in service position
          • Lock carrier, moving to service position
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
            • Installing
          • Ribbed belt drive for Generator, overview
          • Ribbed belt, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Vibration damper, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Crankshaft oil seal on pulley end, replacing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Dual-mass flywheel, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Dual-mass flywheel, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Needle bearing, extracting from dual-mass flywheel/driving in
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
          • Crankshaft oil seal on timing chain end, replacing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Covers for timing chains
          • Overview of components
          • Covers for timing chains, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Camshaft drive
          • Notes
          • Left camshaft timing chain, overview
          • Right camshaft timing chain, overview
          • Camshaft timing chains, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Timing chains, removing from camshafts
            • Notes
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
            • Installing
          • Drive chain for timing mechanism, overview
          • Drive chain for timing mechanism, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Power take-offs
          • PTO chain, overview
          • PTO chain, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Exploded view of power take-offs
          • PTO sealing rings, replacing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
          • Spur gear unit, removing and installing
            • Items required
            • Removing
            • Installing
      • Engine-Cylinder Head, Valvetrain
        • Cylinder head, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Cylinder head, overview
            • Notes
            • Checking cylinder head for distortion
            • Reworking dimension for cylinder head
          • Left cylinder head cover, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Right cylinder head cover, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Cylinder head, removing
            • Work sequence
          • Cylinder head, installing
        • Intake manifold, overview
          • Notes
          • Loosening and tightening union nut for fuel supply line
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Compression, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Conditions
            • Work sequence
        • Valve gear, servicing
          • Notes
          • Valve gear components, overview
            • Notes
            • Valve dimensions
          • Camshafts, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Axial clearance of camshafts, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
          • Roller-type rocker finger, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Valve stem seals, replacing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Valve guides, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
            • Checking valves
          • Valve seats, reworking
            • Notes
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Calculating maximum permissible reworking dimension
        • Camshaft timing control, checking
          • Notes
          • System test, performing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Requirement
            • Work sequence
            • Condition
          • Camshaft adjustment solenoid valves, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Work sequence
              • Cylinder bank 1 (right)
              • Cylinder bank 2 (left)
            • Both sides (continued)
              • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking power supply
              • Requirements
            • Checking actuation
      • Engine-Lubrication
        • Lubrication system components, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Oil pump and lower part of sump, overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing Oil level thermal sensor -G266-
          • Lower part of sump, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil pump, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Upper part of sump, overview
          • Upper part of sump, removing and installing
            • Items required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil retention valves and spray jet valve, overview
          • Oil retention valves and spray jet valve, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil filter housing, overview
          • Oil filter housing, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil cooler, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil pressure and oil pressure switch, checking
            • Special tools and equipment required
            • Requirements
            • Work sequence
            • Checking oil pressure switch
            • Checking oil pressure
          • Engine oil
            • Viscosity classes and oil specifications
          • Oil level, checking
            • Requirements
    • Engine Mechanical - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • Technical data
        • VIN number
        • Engine data
      • Engine - Assembly
        • Engine, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Engine, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment
          • Engine, removing
            • Notes
            • All models
          • Engine, attaching to engine stand
          • Engine, installing
          • Tightening torques
            • Notes
            • Manual transmission
            • Automatic transmission
          • Vacuum Hose Diagram(S)
            • Notes
            • Vehicles without Secondary Air Injection (AIR)
            • Vehicles with Secondary Air Injection (AIR)
          • Vacuum layout - partial systems
            • Air flow diagram (general)
            • Charge air pressure control system
            • Fuel tank breather system (EVAP system)
            • Air diversion system (air "recirculation" on overrun)
            • Crankcase breather system
            • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Installation position, overview
      • Engine - Crankshaft, Cylinder block
        • Engine crankshaft/crankcase, disassembly and assembly
          • Ribbed belt, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Toothed belt, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Vibration damper, removing and installing
          • Cylinder block, crankshaft and flywheel, disassembling and assembling
          • Crankshaft bearing caps, installing
            • Notes
            • Tightening sequence
          • Axial and radial clearance of crankshaft, measuring
            • Axial clearance
            • Radial clearance
          • Crankshaft oil seals, replacing
            • A - Toothed belt end
            • B - Flywheel end
            • Vehicles with manual transmission
            • Installing
            • Vehicles with automatic transmission
          • Dual-mass flywheel/drive plate; installation dimensions, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • A - Flywheel
              • Removing
              • Installing
            • B - Drive plate
              • Removing
              • Installing
          • Needle bearing in dual-mass flywheel, removing and installing
          • Pistons and piston rings, checking
            • Pistons
            • Checking piston diameter
            • Ring-to-groove clearnce
            • Checking piston ring gap
          • Cylinder bores, checking
            • Notes
            • Piston and cylinder dimensions
          • Connecting rods, connecting rod bearings, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking radial clearance
      • Engine - Cylinder head, Valvetrain
        • Valve gear, servicing
          • Notes
          • Sealing end points of joints between bearing caps and cylinder head
          • Oil seals in cylinder heads, replacing
            • Oil seal for camshaft drive (left and right cylinder heads)
            • Oil seal at Hall sensor (right cylinder head)
              • Notes
              • Installing
            • Removing oil seal at Hall sensor (left cylinder head)
              • Notes
              • Installing
            • Rear oil seal and sealing flange (left cylinder head)
              • Notes
              • Installing
          • Cylinder head covers, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing left cylinder head cover
              • Removing
              • Installing
            • Right cylinder head cover, removing and installing
              • Removing
              • Installing
          • Cylinder head, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing left cylinder head
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Tightening torques
            • Right cylinder head, removing and installing
          • Cylinder head, checking for distortion
          • Cylinder head, reworking
          • Compression, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Procedure
            • Compression pressure values
            • Installing
            • Tightening torques
          • Sealing cap (core plug) in cylinder head, installing
          • Camshaft adjustment function, checking
            • Special tools and equipment
            • Test requirement
            • Test sequence
          • Solenoid valve for camshaft adjustment, checking
            • Special tools and equipment
            • Checking
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Camshafts and camshaft adjusters, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Left cylinder head
            • Right cylinder head
            • All:
            • Installing
            • Tightening torques
          • Camshaft axial clearance, checking
          • Valve dimensions
          • Hydraulic valve lifters, checking
          • Valve stem seals, replacing
            • Notes
            • Exhaust side
            • Inlet side
            • Reworking valves
          • Valve guides, checking
            • Notes
            • Wear limit
          • Valve seats, reworking (refacing)
            • Notes
            • Calculating maximum permissible reworking dimension
      • Engine - Lubrication
        • Lubrication system components, removing and installing
          • Notes
          • Crankcase breather and oil spray jets
            • Notes
            • Securing tensioner in position before removing
          • Oil pump, oil pan, oil filter and oil cooler, removing and installing
          • Oil check valves, replacing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Lower section of oil pan, removing and installing
            • Special tools, testers and auxiliary items
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Chain tensioner for oil pump, checking
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Upper and lower sections of oil pan, removing and installing
            • Special tools and equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing:
            • Tightening torques
          • Oil pump, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Tightening torques
          • Front sealing flange and oil pump drive chain, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Replacing oil pump drive chain
            • Installing
          • Chain sprocket for oil pump on crankshaft, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Crankshaft oil seal - pulley end, replacing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Oil pressure and oil pressure switch, checking
            • Test procedure
          • Engine oil
            • Notes
            • Viscosity grades and oil specifications
          • Oil level, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
    • MULTIPORT Fuel Injection (MFI) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 24 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
        • Motronic Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system, servicing
          • Safety precautions
          • Rules for cleanliness
          • Technical data
          • Component locations, overview
            • Notes
            • Component location for exhaust temperature sensors on vehicle with automatic transmission:
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
          • Wiring and component check with VAG1598/31 test box
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work sequence
          • Procedure after interrupting voltage supply
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work procedure
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (without metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (with metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Remove Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Removing
            • Installing Engine Control Module (ECM)
          • Idle speed, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Checking idle speed
              • Notes
              • If the idle speed is too high or too low, or if the engine does not idle smoothly, and there are no malfunctions stored in the DTC memory, perform the following tests (marked with dots):
          • Fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel pressure, checking
            • Requirements
            • Testing system pressure
            • Checking residual fuel pressure
          • Fuel injectors, checking
            • A - Electrical testing of fuel injectors
            • B - Checking voltage supply
              • Test conditions
            • C - Testing activation of injectors
          • Fuel injection volume, fuel injector leakage and spray pattern of injectors, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Checking for leaks
            • Checking injection quantity
          • Fuel rail with fuel injectors, disassembling and assembling
          • Fuel Pump (FP) relay -J17- and relay activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-, checking
            • Notes
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
          • Air system for leaks (un-metered air), checking
            • Check with engine leak detector spray G 001 800 A1
        • Oxygen sensor control, checking
          • Function of oxygen sensor control
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control before Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC), checking
            • Special tools and shop equipment
            • Test conditions
            • Checking function
            • Checking oxygen sensor adaptation and oxygen sensor control
              • Notes
              • If the specified values in display fields 1 and/or 3 do not match the specifications, or if the readout does not fluctuate by at least 2 % (Display group 033):
              • Evaluation display group 032
              • Evaluation display group 033
          • Oxygen sensors aging, oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 1
            • Continuation
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 2
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter, checking
            • Test equipment and shop tools
            • Test conditions
            • Test requirements
            • Checking oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter
            • Continuation
          • Oxygen sensor heater for oxygen sensor, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater
            • Connectors for Engine code BEL
            • All engine codes
          • Oxygen sensor signal wire and activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking oxygen sensor wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G130-
            • Checking wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2 -G108-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) 2 Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G131-
          • Oxygen sensors, removing and installing
            • Removing
        • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system, checking
          • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-, checking
            • Checking for leaks
              • Notes
              • Electrical testing of Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-
          • Checking voltage supply to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- (solenoid valve)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Testing activation of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
        • Electronic Engine Power Control (EPC), checking
          • Function of Engine Power Control (EPC)
          • Significance of electronic Engine Power Control (EPC) warning light in instrument cluster
            • Notes
            • Checking function of warning light
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, checking
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions for adaptation of throttle valve control module
          • Angle sensor 1 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G187 - and Angle sensor 2 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G188-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply to throttle valve control module
            • Checking wiring for voltage, signal and activation
          • Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply of accelerator position sensors
            • Checking wiring
          • Kick-Down function, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
        • Vacuum system layout
          • General air flow
          • Boost pressure control, subsystem
          • EVAP system (tank ventilation system), subsystem
          • Recirculating air control (deceleration recirculating air control), subsystem
          • Crankcase ventilation, subsystem
          • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Additional signals, checking
            • Engine speed (RPM) signal, checking
          • Fuel consumption signal for on-board computer, checking
          • Coolant temperature signal, checking
          • Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS), checking
          • Fuel tank level signal, checking
          • Brake light switch -F- and brake pedal switch -F47-, checking
            • Notes
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-, checking
            • Notes
            • Test sequence
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Crash signal, checking
          • Signal for rough road recognition from ABS/EDL control module, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
          • Data exchange between Engine/ABS/Transmission control modules, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking bus system
          • Data exchange between control modules, checking
            • Checking bus system
    • Torque Specifications - 2.7L V6 Bi-Turbo
      • Torque Specifications
  • Starter
    • Electrical Equipment
      • 27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise control
        • Battery
          • Battery
          • Battery handling instructions
          • Battery, disconnecting and connecting
          • Battery, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Batteries with central gas venting
            • Checking battery for secure seating
          • Battery with charge indicator
          • Visual check
          • Electrolyte level, checking
          • No load voltage measurement
          • Electrolyte density in all cells, checking
          • Voltage under load, measuring
          • Battery, charging
        • Generator, removing and installing
          • Generator, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Starter, removing and installing
          • Starter, removing and installing
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder engine
      • 90 Instruments
        • Instrument cluster
          • Instrument cluster
          • Fault message "dEF" on trip computer display
          • Instrument cluster, removing and installing
          • Multi-pin connectors on instrument cluster
          • Assignment of contacts on multi-pin connector on instrument cluster
          • Terminal assignment on connector for fuel gauge sensor
      • 92 Windshield wiper & washer system
        • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Front windshield wiper system, servicing
          • Windshield wiper system, removing and installing
          • Wiper blade rest position, adjusting
          • Wiper blades, replacing
        • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Front windshield washer system, servicing
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
        • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system, servicing
          • Headlight washer system spray jet inserts, removing and installing
          • Headlight washer system spray jets, removing and installing
          • Spray jets, adjusting
          • Washer fluid reservoir, removing and installing
      • 94 Lights, Switches - Exterior
        • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - Halogen headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Light bulb for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • Headlights, servicing - High intensity gas discharge (Xenon) headlights
          • General overview
          • Headlights, removing and installing:
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Headlights, adjusting
          • Gas discharge light for low beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for high beam, replacing
          • Light bulb for turn signal/parking light, replacing
          • Headlight beam adjusting motors, removing and installing
          • Igniter for gas discharge lamps -N195-, removing and installing
          • Repair kit for headlight housing, installing
        • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, servicing
          • Fog lights, removing and installing
          • Fog light bulbs, replacing
          • Fog light, adjusting
        • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals
          • Side mounted turn signals, removing and installing
        • Rear lights, servicing
          • Rear lights, servicing
          • General overview
          • Tail light and bulb carrier, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Tail light to vehicle contour, aligning
        • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light, servicing
          • High-mount brake light -M25-, removing and installing
        • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, servicing
          • License plate light, removing and installing
        • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM)
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), removing and installing
          • Steering Column Switch Module (SCSM), disassembling
          • Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (front)
          • Terminal assignment at Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- (rear)
        • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder and Ignition/starter switch, servicing
          • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, removing and installing
          • Ignition/starter switch, terminal assignments
        • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Headlight range control, servicing
          • Automatic headlight vertical aim control, general overview
          • Headlight range control module -J431-, removing and installing
      • 96 Lights, Switches - Interior, Anti-theft
        • Switches, servicing
          • Switches, servicing
          • Switch in center console, removing and installing
          • Front seat heating switch, removing and installing
          • Light switch, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Switch for convertible top operation/navigation, removing and installing
          • Mirror adjuster switch, removing and installing
          • Window regulator switch, removing and installing
          • Door contact switch, removing and installing
          • Front central locking switch, removing and installing
          • Switch for interior monitoring and towing protection or trunk release switch, removing and installing
          • Trunk lid contact switch, removing and installing
        • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Immobilizer, servicing
          • Malfunctioning transponder and/or lost keys
          • Induction coil, replacing
          • Procedure on replacing lock set or instrument cluster
          • System, testing
        • Interior lights, servicing
          • Interior lights, servicing
          • Front interior light/reading light, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Front interior light/reading light, replacing
          • Luggage compartment lights, removing and installing
          • Glove box light, removing and installing
          • Light for make-up mirror, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Door safety light and entry light, removing and installing
          • Light bulb for light in door panel, removing and installing
          • 12 V power outlet in luggage compartment, removing and installing
        • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, servicing
          • Horn, removing and installing
          • Garage door opener - Homelink ® , removing and installing
          • Antenna for garage door opener, removing and installing
      • 97 Wiring
        • Relay and fuse panels
          • Relay and fuse panels
          • Fuse carrier for main fuse, removing and installing
          • Fuse box, removing and installing
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, removing and installing
          • 9-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier, removing and installing
          • Connection point, left
          • Connection point, right
          • E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Fan for E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • 4-way relay carrier in E-box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Connection point, E-Box in plenum chamber, removing and installing
          • Electronics box driver side, removing and installing
        • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • Wiring harness and connectors, repairing
          • General Information
          • 0.22 mm2 or 0.35 mm2 wire connection, repairing
          • Safety precautions for repairing wiring harnesses and connectors
          • Antenna cable system, assembly overview
          • Antenna connector cable, replacing
• Engine Performance
  • Engine Controls - On-Vehicle Adjustments
    • Service Precautions
    • Engine Mechanical
      • Valve Clearance
    • Ignition Timing
    • Idle Speed & Mixture
      • All Models
    • Throttle Valve Control Module
  • Application
    • Engine Controls - Introduction
      • Engine Controls - Introduction
        • Notes
        • Vehicle Identification Number
          • Nation Of Origin - Position 1
          • Manufacturer - Position 2 & 3
          • Series - Position 4
          • Engine - Position 5
          • Model - Position 7 & 8
          • Model Year - Position 10
          • Assembly Plant - Position 11
        • Model/Year VIN Code Applications
        • Engine Code Location
          • 1.8L Turbo (A4 - Engine Code AMB)
          • 1.8L Turbo (TT - Engine Codes AMU & AWP)
          • 2.7L Turbo (A6, Allroad & S4 - Engine Code APB)
          • 3.0L (A4 & A6 - Engine Code AVK)
          • 4.2L (A6, A8, S6 & S8 - Engine Codes AWN, BBD, AUX, & AYS)
  • Emissions
    • Emission Applications
      • Emission Applications
    • Emission Control Abbreviations
      • "A"
      • "B"
      • "C"
      • "D"
      • "E"
      • "F"
      • "G"
      • "H"
      • "I"
      • "K"
      • "L"
      • "M"
      • "N"
      • "O"
      • "P"
      • "R"
      • "S"
      • "T"
      • "V"
      • "W"
    • State Emission Standards - Diesel
      • ARIZONA
      • Colorado
      • CONNECTICUT
      • IDAHO
      • KENTUCKY
      • MASSACHUSETTS
      • New YORK
      • OHIO
      • RHODE Island
      • UTAH
      • WASHINGTON
    • State Emission Standards - Gas
      • ALASKA
      • ARIZONA
      • CALIFORNIA
        • California Emission Standards ASM Tests
        • Legend
        • Pass/Fail Emission Standards = A+B / VTW
      • Colorado
      • CONNECTICUT
      • DELAWARE
      • District Of COLUMBIA
      • GEORGIA
      • IDAHO
      • ILLINOIS
      • INDIANA
      • KENTUCKY
      • MARYLAND
      • MASSACHUSETTS
      • MISSOURI
      • NEVADA
      • New Jersey
      • New MEXICO
      • New YORK
      • North CAROLINA
      • OHIO
      • OREGON
      • PENNSYLVANIA
      • RHODE Island
      • TENNESSEE
      • TEXAS
      • UTAH
      • VIRGINIA
      • WASHINGTON
      • WISCONSIN
      • U. S. EPA ASM2525 & ASM5015 Start-Up Emission Standards
      • U. S. EPA Revised Final ASM Emission Standards (ASM5015 & ASM2525)
      • U.S. EPA Im240 Emission Standards
        • Start-Up Standards
        • Final Standards
  • Fuel Delivery
    • Fuel Supply System
      • 20 - Fuel supply system
        • Notes for performing work on fuel supply system
          • Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system
          • Rules for cleanliness
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2002 - 2003
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine and 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2003 - 2004
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , testing
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with FSI engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel level sensor G , checking
          • Fuel level sensor G , removing and installing
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with all wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, component overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) delivery quantity, checking
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. and 8-cyl. FSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , removing and installing
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. FSI-engine (Audi RS4))
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump
          • Suction jet pump, removing and installing
        • Fuel filter, servicing
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system with return line)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system without return flow)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
        • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
        • EVAP canister/leak detection system, servicing (Front and all wheel drive vehicles)
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • EVAP filter - Vehicles as of 11.04
          • Evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister, removing and installing
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, 8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4), component overview
          • EVAP canister, removing and installing (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system - 1.8L Turbo engine
            • Notes
            • Installation position of T-piece
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system 6-cyl. (MPI-engine)
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (6-cyl. FSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Leak detection system
          • Diagnostic leak test, performing
          • Fuel supply and tank ventilation systems, checking for leaks
          • EVAP system, checking using tester KLI 9210
            • Introduction
            • Calibrating the KLI 9210 tester
            • Testing the fuel cap
            • Checking Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 for internal leaks
            • Conditions
            • Checking EVAP system for leaks
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with FSI and TFSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , removing and installing
        • Accelerator linkage, servicing
          • Accelerator pedal module, assembly overview
          • Accelerator pedal module with Throttle Position (TP) sensors, removing and installing
          • Kick-down function, adapting after replacing gas pedal module or engine control module (ECM)
    • MULTIPORT Fuel Injection (MFI) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 24 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
        • Motronic Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system, servicing
          • Safety precautions
          • Rules for cleanliness
          • Technical data
          • Component locations, overview
            • Notes
            • Component location for exhaust temperature sensors on vehicle with automatic transmission:
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
          • Wiring and component check with VAG1598/31 test box
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work sequence
          • Procedure after interrupting voltage supply
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work procedure
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (without metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (with metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Remove Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Removing
            • Installing Engine Control Module (ECM)
          • Idle speed, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Checking idle speed
              • Notes
              • If the idle speed is too high or too low, or if the engine does not idle smoothly, and there are no malfunctions stored in the DTC memory, perform the following tests (marked with dots):
          • Fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel pressure, checking
            • Requirements
            • Testing system pressure
            • Checking residual fuel pressure
          • Fuel injectors, checking
            • A - Electrical testing of fuel injectors
            • B - Checking voltage supply
              • Test conditions
            • C - Testing activation of injectors
          • Fuel injection volume, fuel injector leakage and spray pattern of injectors, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Checking for leaks
            • Checking injection quantity
          • Fuel rail with fuel injectors, disassembling and assembling
          • Fuel Pump (FP) relay -J17- and relay activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-, checking
            • Notes
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
          • Air system for leaks (un-metered air), checking
            • Check with engine leak detector spray G 001 800 A1
        • Oxygen sensor control, checking
          • Function of oxygen sensor control
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control before Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC), checking
            • Special tools and shop equipment
            • Test conditions
            • Checking function
            • Checking oxygen sensor adaptation and oxygen sensor control
              • Notes
              • If the specified values in display fields 1 and/or 3 do not match the specifications, or if the readout does not fluctuate by at least 2 % (Display group 033):
              • Evaluation display group 032
              • Evaluation display group 033
          • Oxygen sensors aging, oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 1
            • Continuation
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 2
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter, checking
            • Test equipment and shop tools
            • Test conditions
            • Test requirements
            • Checking oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter
            • Continuation
          • Oxygen sensor heater for oxygen sensor, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater
            • Connectors for Engine code BEL
            • All engine codes
          • Oxygen sensor signal wire and activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking oxygen sensor wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G130-
            • Checking wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2 -G108-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) 2 Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G131-
          • Oxygen sensors, removing and installing
            • Removing
        • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system, checking
          • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-, checking
            • Checking for leaks
              • Notes
              • Electrical testing of Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-
          • Checking voltage supply to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- (solenoid valve)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Testing activation of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
        • Electronic Engine Power Control (EPC), checking
          • Function of Engine Power Control (EPC)
          • Significance of electronic Engine Power Control (EPC) warning light in instrument cluster
            • Notes
            • Checking function of warning light
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, checking
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions for adaptation of throttle valve control module
          • Angle sensor 1 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G187 - and Angle sensor 2 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G188-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply to throttle valve control module
            • Checking wiring for voltage, signal and activation
          • Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply of accelerator position sensors
            • Checking wiring
          • Kick-Down function, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
        • Vacuum system layout
          • General air flow
          • Boost pressure control, subsystem
          • EVAP system (tank ventilation system), subsystem
          • Recirculating air control (deceleration recirculating air control), subsystem
          • Crankcase ventilation, subsystem
          • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Additional signals, checking
            • Engine speed (RPM) signal, checking
          • Fuel consumption signal for on-board computer, checking
          • Coolant temperature signal, checking
          • Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS), checking
          • Fuel tank level signal, checking
          • Brake light switch -F- and brake pedal switch -F47-, checking
            • Notes
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-, checking
            • Notes
            • Test sequence
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Crash signal, checking
          • Signal for rough road recognition from ABS/EDL control module, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
          • Data exchange between Engine/ABS/Transmission control modules, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking bus system
          • Data exchange between control modules, checking
            • Checking bus system
  • Remove, Overhaul & Install
    • Engine Controls - Removal & Installation
      • Introduction
        • Notes
        • Battery Disconnect Precautions
        • Scan Tool Recommendation
      • Air Induction Systems
        • Notes
        • Charge Air Cooler (INTERCOOLER)
          • Removal & Installation (S4 2.7L)
        • Intake Manifold
          • Notes
          • S4 (2.7L)
        • Intake Manifold Change-Over Valve
          • 4.2L
        • Recirculating Valve For Turbocharger
        • Turbocharger
          • Removal & Installation (S4 2.7L - Right Side)
          • Removal & Installation (S4 2.7L - Left Side)
      • Computerized Engine Controls
        • Notes
        • Engine Control Module
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Coding Engine Control Module
      • Sensors & Switches
        • Notes
        • Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
        • BRAKELIGHT Switch
          • Notes
          • Brakelight Switch (Threaded Style)
          • Brakelight Switch (Bayonet Style)
        • Camshaft Position Sensor
        • Charge Air Pressure Sensor (Turbocharged Models Only)
        • Clutch Pedal Position Sensor
        • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
        • Exhaust Temperature Sensors
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Oxygen Sensor
        • Vehicle Speed Sensor
      • Motors, Relays & Solenoids
        • Relays
      • Fuel Systems
        • Notes
        • Fuel Pressure Release
          • S4
        • Fuel Filter
        • Fuel Injectors
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (S4 - 2.7L & 3.0L)
        • Fuel Pump
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (S4)
        • Secondary Fuel Pump (All Wheel Drive Vehicles Only)
          • Notes
          • S4
      • Ignition Systems
      • Emission Systems & Sub-Systems
        • Crankcase Ventilation Systems
        • Secondary Air Injection Combination Valves
          • Notes
          • S4 (2.7L)
        • Secondary Air Injection Pump
          • S4 (2.7L)
        • Secondary Air Injection Solenoid Valve
          • S4 (2.7L)
      • Evaporative Emissions System
        • Notes
        • Evaporative Emissions Canister
        • Evaporative Emissions Purge Regulator Control Valve
        • LEAKDOWN Detection Pump
      • Draining, Filling & Bleeding Cooling System
        • Notes
        • 1.8L
        • 2.7L & 3.0L
        • 4.2L
      • Lock Carrier
      • Front Bumper
        • S4
      • Component Locations
      • Torque Specifications
  • Specifications
    • Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications
      • Introduction
      • Capacities
      • Quick-Service
        • Service Intervals & Specifications
        • Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
      • Mechanical Checks
        • Engine Compression
        • Valve Clearance
      • Ignition Systems
        • Ignition Coil(S)
        • High Tension Wire Resistance
        • Spark Plugs
        • Firing Order
        • Ignition Timing
      • Fuel Systems
        • Fuel Pump
        • Fuel Injector Resistance
        • Idle Speed & Mixture
        • Throttle Position Sensor
    • Firing Order & Cylinder Identification
      • Firing Order & Cylinder Identification
        • Notes
        • 4 Cylinder Engine
        • 5 Cylinder Engine
        • V6 Engine
          • 3.6L V6 Engine
          • All V6 Engines Except 3.6L
        • V8 Engine
        • V10 Engine
        • W12 Engine
  • System
    • Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures
      • Introduction
      • Preliminary Inspection & Adjustments
        • Visual Inspection
        • Mechanical Inspection
          • Notes
          • Cylinder Compression Pressure (2.7L Bi Turbo)
          • Cylinder Compression Pressure (3.0L)
          • Exhaust System Backpressure
      • Fuel Systems
        • Notes
        • Fuel Pressure Test
          • Notes
          • Fuel System Pressure
          • Fuel System Residual Pressure
        • Fuel Injector Test
      • Ignition Systems
        • Spark Test
      • Idle Speed & Ignition Timing
        • All Models
    • Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics - 2.7L Turbo
      • Introduction
      • Self-Diagnostic System
        • Notes
        • On-Board Diagnostics
          • Notes
          • Hard Failures
          • Intermittent Failures
        • Testing Procedure
        • Preliminary Inspection
        • Address Words & Diagnostic Functions
          • Notes
          • Address Word 00 - Automatic Test Sequence (Guided Fault Finding)
          • Address Word 01 - Engine Electronics
          • Diagnostic Functions
        • Function 02 - Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode
        • Function 04 - Basic Setting
          • Notes
          • Adaptation Of Kickdown Function
          • Adaptation Of HO2S Control
          • Adaptation Of Throttle Valve Control Module
        • Function 05 - Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 06 - End Output
        • Function 07 - Coding Engine Control Module
        • Function 08 - Read Measuring Value Block
        • Readiness Code
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Reading Readiness Code
        • Generating Readiness Code
          • Notes
          • Readiness Code Test Requirements
          • Readiness Code Test Procedure (Generic Scan Tool)
          • Readiness Code Test Procedure (Scan Tool VAG 1551/1552 Or VAS 5051/5052 - Work Steps)
        • Powertrain Control Module Location
      • Programming
        • Engine Control Module Replacement
        • Engine Control Module Programming
      • Malfunction Indicator Light
        • Malfunction Indicator Light
        • Electronic Engine Power Control Warning Lamp
        • Malfunction Indicator Light Check
      • Engine Control Module Voltage Check
      • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module And Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
      • Summary
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions
      • Component Locations
      • Diagnostic Tests
        • Notes
        • DTC P0010/16394, P0011/16395, P0012/16396, P0020/16404, P0021/16405 &/Or P0022/16406
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0101/16485, P0102/16486 &/Or P0103/16487
          • Notes
          • Testing
          • Bosch MAF
          • Hitachi MAF
        • DTC P0106/16490
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0111/16495, P0112/16496 &/Or P0113/16497
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0116/16500, P0117/16501 &/Or P0118/16502
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0130/16514, P0131/16515, P0132/16516, P0133/16517, &/Or P0134/16518
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0136/16520, P0137/16521, &/Or P0138/16522
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0139/16523 Or P0140/16524
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0150/16534, P0151/16535, P0152/16536, P0153/16537 &/Or P0154/16538
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0156/16540, P0157/16541 &/Or P0158/16542
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0159/16543 Or P0160/16544
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0236/16620, P0237/16621 &/Or P0238/16622
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0300/16684, P0301/16685, P0302/16686, P0303/16687, P0304/16688, P0305/16689 &/Or P0306/16690
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0321/16705 &/Or P0322/16706
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0327/16711, P0328/16712, P0332/16716 &/Or P0333/16717
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0341/16725 &/Or P0346/16730
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0421/16805
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0431/16815
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0441/16825
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0442/16826, P0455/16839 &/Or P0456/16840
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0501/16885
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0506/16890 &/Or P0507/16891
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0560/16944, P0562/16946 &/Or P0563/16947
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0571/16955
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0601/16985, P0604/16988, P0605/16989 Or P0606/16990
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0685/17069, P0686/17070, P0687/17071 &/Or P0688/17072
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1102/17510, P1105/17513, P1107/17515 Or P1110/17518
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1111/17519 &/Or P1112/17520
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1113/17521 &/Or P1114/17522
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1115/17523, P1116/17524, P1117/17525 &/Or P1118/17526
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1119/17527, P1120/17528, P1121/17529 Or P1122/17530
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1127/17535, P1128/17536, P1129/17537 &/Or P1130/17538
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1131/17539
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1136/17544, P1137/17545, P1138/17546 &/Or P1139/17547
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1140/17548
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1141/17549, P1142/17550 &/Or P1143/17551
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1147/17555 &/Or P1148/17556
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1149/17557 &/Or P1150/17558
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1171/17579, P1172/17580 &/Or P1173/17581
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1176/17584 &/Or P1177/17585
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1198/17606 &/Or P1199/17607
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1201/17609, P1202/17610, P1203/17611, P1204/17612, P1205/17613 &/Or P1206/17614
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1213/17621, P1214/17622, P1215/17623, P1216/17624, P1217/17625 &/Or P1218/17626
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1225/17633, P1226/17634, P1227/17635, P1228/17636, P1229/17637 &/Or P1230/17638
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1233/17641
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1237/17645, P1238/17646, P1239/17647, P1240/17648, P1241/17649 &/Or P1242/17650
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1250/17658: Fuel Level Too Low
        • DTC P1287/17695, P1288/17696 &/Or P1289/17697
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1296/17704
        • DTC P1297/17705
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1325/17733, P1326/17734, P1327/17735, P1328/17736, P1329/17737 &/Or P1330/17738
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1335/17743 &/Or P1336/17744
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1337/17745 &/Or P1338/17746
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1340/17748 &/Or P1347/17755
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1355/17763, P1356/17764, P1357/17765, P1358/17766, P1359/17767 &/Or P1360/17768
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1361/17769, P1362/17770, P1363/17771, P1364/17772, P1365/17773 &/Or P1366/17774
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1367/17775, P1368/17776, P1369/17777, P1370/17778, P1371/17779 &/Or P1372/17780
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1386/17794, P1387/17795 &/Or P1388/17818
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1391/17799 &/Or P1392/17800
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1409/17817 &/Or P1410/17818
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1411/17819
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1414/17822
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1420/17828, P1421/17829 &/Or P1422/17830
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1423/17831
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1424/17832
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1425/17833 &/Or P1426/17834
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1427/17835, P1428/17836 &/Or P1429/17837
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1432/17840
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1433/17841, P1434/17842, P1435/17843 &/Or P1436/17844
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1453/17861, P1454/17862, P1455/17863 &/Or P1456/17864
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1457/17865, P1458/17866, P1459/17867 &/Or P1460/17868
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1461/17869 &/Or P1462/17870
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1470/17878, P1471/17879, P1472/17880 &/Or P1473/17881
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1475/17883, P1476/17884, P1477/17885 &/Or P1478/17886
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1479/17887
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1500/17908, P1501/17909 &/Or P1502/17910
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1517/17925
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1519/17927 &/Or P1522/17930
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1523/17931
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1525/17933, P1526/17934, P1527/17935 &/Or P1528/17936
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1529/17937, P1530/17938 &/Or P1531/17939
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1533/17941, P1534/17942, P1535/17943 &/Or P1536/17944
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1539/17947
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1542/17950, P1543/17951 &/Or P1544/17952
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1545/17953
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1546/17954, P1547/17955, P1548/17956, P1555/17963, P1556/17964 &/Or P1557/17965
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1558/17966
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1559/17967
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1560/17968
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1564/17972
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1565/17973 &/Or P1568/17976
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1569/17977
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1570/17978
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1579/17987
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1596/18004 Or P1597/18005
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1600/18008 &/Or P1602/18010
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1603/18011 Or P1604/18012
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1606/18014
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1609/18017
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1612/18020
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1620/18028, P1621/18029 &/Or P1622/18030
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1624/18032
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1626/18034
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1630/18038, P1631/18039, P1633/18041, P1634/18042 &/Or P1639/1847
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1640/18048
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1645/18053
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1648/18056
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1649/18057
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1650/18058
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1654/18062
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1676/18084 &/Or P1677/18085
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1682/18090
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1690/18098 &/Or P1693/18101
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1851/18259, P1853/18261 &/Or P1854/18262
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1912/18320, P1913/18321 &/Or P1914/18322
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P2181/18613 &/Or P3081/19537
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P3041/19497
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P3262/19718
          • Notes
          • Testing
    • Engine Controls - System & Component Testing
      • Introduction
      • Component Locations
      • Air Induction Systems
        • Electronic Throttle Control
        • Idle Control System
          • All Models
        • Intake Manifold Change-Over Valve
        • Throttle Valve Control Module
        • Turbocharger
        • Recirculating Valve For Turbocharger
        • WASTEGATE Bypass Regulator Valve
      • Computerized Engine Controls
        • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module & Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
        • Engine Control Module Power Supply
        • Engine Control Module Power Supply Relay
      • Sensors & Switches
        • Heated Oxygen Sensors
          • Notes
          • Bank 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor 1
          • Bank 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor 2
          • Bank 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor 1
          • Bank 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor 2
        • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
        • Engine Speed Sensor
        • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
        • Knock Sensor
        • Mass Air Flow Sensor
        • Throttle Position Sensor
        • Vehicle Speed Sensor
      • Modules, Motors, Relays & Solenoids
        • Fuel Pump Relay
        • Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay
      • Fuel Systems
        • Notes
        • Fuel Injector Test
          • Fuel Injector Electrical Testing
          • Fuel Injector Leak Test
          • Fuel Injector Resistance Test
          • Fuel Injector Quantity Test
        • Fuel Pressure Test
      • Ignition Systems
        • Spark Test
        • Ignition Coil(S)
      • Emission Systems & Sub-Systems
        • Secondary Air Injection System
        • Fuel Evaporative System
        • EVAP Leak Detection System
        • Crankcase Ventilation
      • Throttle Controls
      • Variable Valve Timing System
        • Camshaft Position Sensor
      • Misfire Recognition
        • 1.8L Turbo
        • 2.7L Turbo
        • 3.0L
        • 4.2L
    • Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes
      • Introduction
      • Symptoms
        • Symptom Diagnosis
        • Will Not Start (Cranks Okay)
          • Spark Available
          • No Spark Available
        • Difficult Start (Cranks Okay)
        • Engine Surges
        • Rough Or Unstable Idle
        • Excessive Fast Idle
        • Engine Stalls
        • Engine Lacks Power
        • Engine Misfires Or Hesitates
        • AFTERBURN In Exhaust System
        • Poor Fuel Mileage
        • Detonation Or Knocking
        • Fails Emission Test
      • INTERMITTENTS
        • Intermittent Problem Diagnosis
        • Test Procedures
          • Intermittent Simulation
    • Fuel Supply System
      • 20 - Fuel supply system
        • Notes for performing work on fuel supply system
          • Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system
          • Rules for cleanliness
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2002 - 2003
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine and 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2003 - 2004
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , testing
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with FSI engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel level sensor G , checking
          • Fuel level sensor G , removing and installing
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with all wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, component overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) delivery quantity, checking
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. and 8-cyl. FSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , removing and installing
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. FSI-engine (Audi RS4))
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump
          • Suction jet pump, removing and installing
        • Fuel filter, servicing
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system with return line)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system without return flow)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
        • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
        • EVAP canister/leak detection system, servicing (Front and all wheel drive vehicles)
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • EVAP filter - Vehicles as of 11.04
          • Evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister, removing and installing
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, 8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4), component overview
          • EVAP canister, removing and installing (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system - 1.8L Turbo engine
            • Notes
            • Installation position of T-piece
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system 6-cyl. (MPI-engine)
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (6-cyl. FSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Leak detection system
          • Diagnostic leak test, performing
          • Fuel supply and tank ventilation systems, checking for leaks
          • EVAP system, checking using tester KLI 9210
            • Introduction
            • Calibrating the KLI 9210 tester
            • Testing the fuel cap
            • Checking Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 for internal leaks
            • Conditions
            • Checking EVAP system for leaks
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with FSI and TFSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , removing and installing
        • Accelerator linkage, servicing
          • Accelerator pedal module, assembly overview
          • Accelerator pedal module with Throttle Position (TP) sensors, removing and installing
          • Kick-down function, adapting after replacing gas pedal module or engine control module (ECM)
    • MULTIPORT Fuel Injection (MFI) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 24 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
        • Motronic Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system, servicing
          • Safety precautions
          • Rules for cleanliness
          • Technical data
          • Component locations, overview
            • Notes
            • Component location for exhaust temperature sensors on vehicle with automatic transmission:
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
          • Wiring and component check with VAG1598/31 test box
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work sequence
          • Procedure after interrupting voltage supply
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work procedure
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (without metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (with metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Remove Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Removing
            • Installing Engine Control Module (ECM)
          • Idle speed, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Checking idle speed
              • Notes
              • If the idle speed is too high or too low, or if the engine does not idle smoothly, and there are no malfunctions stored in the DTC memory, perform the following tests (marked with dots):
          • Fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel pressure, checking
            • Requirements
            • Testing system pressure
            • Checking residual fuel pressure
          • Fuel injectors, checking
            • A - Electrical testing of fuel injectors
            • B - Checking voltage supply
              • Test conditions
            • C - Testing activation of injectors
          • Fuel injection volume, fuel injector leakage and spray pattern of injectors, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Checking for leaks
            • Checking injection quantity
          • Fuel rail with fuel injectors, disassembling and assembling
          • Fuel Pump (FP) relay -J17- and relay activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-, checking
            • Notes
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
          • Air system for leaks (un-metered air), checking
            • Check with engine leak detector spray G 001 800 A1
        • Oxygen sensor control, checking
          • Function of oxygen sensor control
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control before Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC), checking
            • Special tools and shop equipment
            • Test conditions
            • Checking function
            • Checking oxygen sensor adaptation and oxygen sensor control
              • Notes
              • If the specified values in display fields 1 and/or 3 do not match the specifications, or if the readout does not fluctuate by at least 2 % (Display group 033):
              • Evaluation display group 032
              • Evaluation display group 033
          • Oxygen sensors aging, oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 1
            • Continuation
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 2
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter, checking
            • Test equipment and shop tools
            • Test conditions
            • Test requirements
            • Checking oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter
            • Continuation
          • Oxygen sensor heater for oxygen sensor, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater
            • Connectors for Engine code BEL
            • All engine codes
          • Oxygen sensor signal wire and activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking oxygen sensor wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G130-
            • Checking wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2 -G108-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) 2 Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G131-
          • Oxygen sensors, removing and installing
            • Removing
        • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system, checking
          • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-, checking
            • Checking for leaks
              • Notes
              • Electrical testing of Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-
          • Checking voltage supply to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- (solenoid valve)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Testing activation of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
        • Electronic Engine Power Control (EPC), checking
          • Function of Engine Power Control (EPC)
          • Significance of electronic Engine Power Control (EPC) warning light in instrument cluster
            • Notes
            • Checking function of warning light
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, checking
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions for adaptation of throttle valve control module
          • Angle sensor 1 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G187 - and Angle sensor 2 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G188-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply to throttle valve control module
            • Checking wiring for voltage, signal and activation
          • Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply of accelerator position sensors
            • Checking wiring
          • Kick-Down function, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
        • Vacuum system layout
          • General air flow
          • Boost pressure control, subsystem
          • EVAP system (tank ventilation system), subsystem
          • Recirculating air control (deceleration recirculating air control), subsystem
          • Crankcase ventilation, subsystem
          • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Additional signals, checking
            • Engine speed (RPM) signal, checking
          • Fuel consumption signal for on-board computer, checking
          • Coolant temperature signal, checking
          • Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS), checking
          • Fuel tank level signal, checking
          • Brake light switch -F- and brake pedal switch -F47-, checking
            • Notes
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-, checking
            • Notes
            • Test sequence
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Crash signal, checking
          • Signal for rough road recognition from ABS/EDL control module, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
          • Data exchange between Engine/ABS/Transmission control modules, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking bus system
          • Data exchange between control modules, checking
            • Checking bus system
    • On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Motronic system, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • On Board Diagnostic,technical data
            • Equipment
          • Exhaust Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL), significance
            • Notes
            • Checking function
          • Available functions
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS5051 or VAG1551 Scan Tool, connecting and selecting functions
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Control module identification (example)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory, checking and erasing
            • Notes
            • End output
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
          • Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Actuating Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Solenoid Valve -N112-
              • Actuating Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Pump Relay - J299-
              • Activating Wastegate Bypass Regulator Valve -N75-
              • Actuating camshaft adjustment valves -N205-, -N208-
              • Actuating Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144-
              • Activating Recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249 -
              • Actuating fuel injectors
          • Basic setting
            • Notes
            • Test requirements for operations with engine running
          • Control module, coding
          • Read Measuring Value Block
            • Test requirements
          • Readiness code
            • Notes
            • The readiness code will be reset to "1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1" if:
          • Readiness code, checking
            • Test sequence
          • Readiness code, generating
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Requirements
            • Work step 1: Check DTC memory
            • Work step 2: Erase DTC Memory
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 3: Adaptation Throttle Valve Control Module to Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 4: Diagnosis of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
              • Notes
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 5: Diagnosis of tank leak test
              • Notes
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 6: Diagnosis of fuel supply system
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 7: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor heater
            • Work step 8: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor aging before catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 9: Diagnosis of operational readiness of oxygen sensors behind TWC
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 10: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor control system
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 11: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor aging behind catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 12: Diagnosis of catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 13: Diagnosis of Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system (only on vehicles with automatic transmission), on vehicles with manual transmission continue with work step 14 (see )
          • Work step 14: Readiness code, displaying
    • On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - Generic Scan Tool - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • Generic Scan Tool
        • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), characteristics
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), technical data
            • Control module identification
            • Engine Control Module (ECM) equipment
            • Selectable diagnostic modes under address word 33 - OBD
          • Diagnostic tester, connecting
            • Recommended special tools and equipment e.g.:
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
          • Test box for wiring test, connecting
            • Notes
            • Special Tools and Equipment
            • Procedure
          • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) in instrument cluster, checking
            • Meaning of emissions MIL
            • Recommended special tools and equipment
            • Test requirement
            • If emissions Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) does not go out with engine running:
        • Diagnostic function, selecting
          • Recommended special tools and equipment e.g.:
          • Address word 33 - On-Board Diagnostic (OBD)
            • Function
          • Diagnostic mode 1: Check measuring values
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 2: Checking operating conditions
            • Function
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC Memory
            • Function
            • SAE Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data
            • Function
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 5: Check output of oxygen sensor signals
            • Function
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Output of oxygen sensor signals
            • Evaluation test-ID 01: Rich to lean sensor barrier voltage
            • Evaluation test-ID 02: Lean to rich sensor barrier voltage
            • Evaluation test-ID 07: Minimum voltage at sensor for test cycle
            • Evaluation test-ID 08: Maximum voltage at sensor for test cycle
            • Evaluation test-ID 09: Time period between sensor shift procedures
          • Diagnostic mode 6: Check test results of components that are not continuously monitored
            • Function
            • Test-ID 01: Catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 03: Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 05: Tank ventilation system
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 09: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor -G62-
              • Test requirement
              • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 7: Check test results of components that are continuously monitored
            • Function
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 8: Tank leak test
            • Function
            • Test requirements
            • Function test
          • Diagnostic mode 9: Vehicle information
            • Function
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
            • Display vehicle information
        • Readiness code, function
          • Function
          • Readiness code, reading
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Evaluation PID 01: System status -information (right 8-digit number block:)
          • Readiness code, generating
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
        • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) tables:
          • SAE P0xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air mixture and additional emission regulations
            • Fuel and air ratios
            • Ignition system
            • Additional emissions regulation
            • Speed and idle control
            • Control module and output signals
            • Transmission
          • SAE P1xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air ratios
          • SAE P2xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air mixture and additional emission regulations
            • Fuel and air ratios
            • Additional emissions regulation
          • SAE P3xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air ratios
  • Testing & Diagnosis
    • Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures
      • Introduction
      • Preliminary Inspection & Adjustments
        • Visual Inspection
        • Mechanical Inspection
          • Notes
          • Cylinder Compression Pressure (2.7L Bi Turbo)
          • Cylinder Compression Pressure (3.0L)
          • Exhaust System Backpressure
      • Fuel Systems
        • Notes
        • Fuel Pressure Test
          • Notes
          • Fuel System Pressure
          • Fuel System Residual Pressure
        • Fuel Injector Test
      • Ignition Systems
        • Spark Test
      • Idle Speed & Ignition Timing
        • All Models
    • Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics - 2.7L Turbo
      • Introduction
      • Self-Diagnostic System
        • Notes
        • On-Board Diagnostics
          • Notes
          • Hard Failures
          • Intermittent Failures
        • Testing Procedure
        • Preliminary Inspection
        • Address Words & Diagnostic Functions
          • Notes
          • Address Word 00 - Automatic Test Sequence (Guided Fault Finding)
          • Address Word 01 - Engine Electronics
          • Diagnostic Functions
        • Function 02 - Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 03 - Output Diagnostic Test Mode
        • Function 04 - Basic Setting
          • Notes
          • Adaptation Of Kickdown Function
          • Adaptation Of HO2S Control
          • Adaptation Of Throttle Valve Control Module
        • Function 05 - Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
        • Function 06 - End Output
        • Function 07 - Coding Engine Control Module
        • Function 08 - Read Measuring Value Block
        • Readiness Code
          • Notes
          • Description
          • Reading Readiness Code
        • Generating Readiness Code
          • Notes
          • Readiness Code Test Requirements
          • Readiness Code Test Procedure (Generic Scan Tool)
          • Readiness Code Test Procedure (Scan Tool VAG 1551/1552 Or VAS 5051/5052 - Work Steps)
        • Powertrain Control Module Location
      • Programming
        • Engine Control Module Replacement
        • Engine Control Module Programming
      • Malfunction Indicator Light
        • Malfunction Indicator Light
        • Electronic Engine Power Control Warning Lamp
        • Malfunction Indicator Light Check
      • Engine Control Module Voltage Check
      • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module And Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
      • Summary
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions
      • Component Locations
      • Diagnostic Tests
        • Notes
        • DTC P0010/16394, P0011/16395, P0012/16396, P0020/16404, P0021/16405 &/Or P0022/16406
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0101/16485, P0102/16486 &/Or P0103/16487
          • Notes
          • Testing
          • Bosch MAF
          • Hitachi MAF
        • DTC P0106/16490
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0111/16495, P0112/16496 &/Or P0113/16497
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0116/16500, P0117/16501 &/Or P0118/16502
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0130/16514, P0131/16515, P0132/16516, P0133/16517, &/Or P0134/16518
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0136/16520, P0137/16521, &/Or P0138/16522
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0139/16523 Or P0140/16524
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0150/16534, P0151/16535, P0152/16536, P0153/16537 &/Or P0154/16538
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0156/16540, P0157/16541 &/Or P0158/16542
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0159/16543 Or P0160/16544
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0236/16620, P0237/16621 &/Or P0238/16622
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0300/16684, P0301/16685, P0302/16686, P0303/16687, P0304/16688, P0305/16689 &/Or P0306/16690
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0321/16705 &/Or P0322/16706
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0327/16711, P0328/16712, P0332/16716 &/Or P0333/16717
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0341/16725 &/Or P0346/16730
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0421/16805
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0431/16815
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0441/16825
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0442/16826, P0455/16839 &/Or P0456/16840
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0501/16885
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0506/16890 &/Or P0507/16891
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0560/16944, P0562/16946 &/Or P0563/16947
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0571/16955
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0601/16985, P0604/16988, P0605/16989 Or P0606/16990
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P0685/17069, P0686/17070, P0687/17071 &/Or P0688/17072
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1102/17510, P1105/17513, P1107/17515 Or P1110/17518
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1111/17519 &/Or P1112/17520
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1113/17521 &/Or P1114/17522
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1115/17523, P1116/17524, P1117/17525 &/Or P1118/17526
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1119/17527, P1120/17528, P1121/17529 Or P1122/17530
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1127/17535, P1128/17536, P1129/17537 &/Or P1130/17538
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1131/17539
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1136/17544, P1137/17545, P1138/17546 &/Or P1139/17547
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1140/17548
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1141/17549, P1142/17550 &/Or P1143/17551
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1147/17555 &/Or P1148/17556
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1149/17557 &/Or P1150/17558
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1171/17579, P1172/17580 &/Or P1173/17581
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1176/17584 &/Or P1177/17585
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1198/17606 &/Or P1199/17607
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1201/17609, P1202/17610, P1203/17611, P1204/17612, P1205/17613 &/Or P1206/17614
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1213/17621, P1214/17622, P1215/17623, P1216/17624, P1217/17625 &/Or P1218/17626
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1225/17633, P1226/17634, P1227/17635, P1228/17636, P1229/17637 &/Or P1230/17638
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1233/17641
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1237/17645, P1238/17646, P1239/17647, P1240/17648, P1241/17649 &/Or P1242/17650
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1250/17658: Fuel Level Too Low
        • DTC P1287/17695, P1288/17696 &/Or P1289/17697
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1296/17704
        • DTC P1297/17705
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1325/17733, P1326/17734, P1327/17735, P1328/17736, P1329/17737 &/Or P1330/17738
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1335/17743 &/Or P1336/17744
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1337/17745 &/Or P1338/17746
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1340/17748 &/Or P1347/17755
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1355/17763, P1356/17764, P1357/17765, P1358/17766, P1359/17767 &/Or P1360/17768
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1361/17769, P1362/17770, P1363/17771, P1364/17772, P1365/17773 &/Or P1366/17774
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1367/17775, P1368/17776, P1369/17777, P1370/17778, P1371/17779 &/Or P1372/17780
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1386/17794, P1387/17795 &/Or P1388/17818
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1391/17799 &/Or P1392/17800
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1409/17817 &/Or P1410/17818
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1411/17819
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1414/17822
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1420/17828, P1421/17829 &/Or P1422/17830
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1423/17831
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1424/17832
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1425/17833 &/Or P1426/17834
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1427/17835, P1428/17836 &/Or P1429/17837
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1432/17840
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1433/17841, P1434/17842, P1435/17843 &/Or P1436/17844
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1453/17861, P1454/17862, P1455/17863 &/Or P1456/17864
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1457/17865, P1458/17866, P1459/17867 &/Or P1460/17868
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1461/17869 &/Or P1462/17870
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1470/17878, P1471/17879, P1472/17880 &/Or P1473/17881
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1475/17883, P1476/17884, P1477/17885 &/Or P1478/17886
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1479/17887
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1500/17908, P1501/17909 &/Or P1502/17910
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1517/17925
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1519/17927 &/Or P1522/17930
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1523/17931
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1525/17933, P1526/17934, P1527/17935 &/Or P1528/17936
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1529/17937, P1530/17938 &/Or P1531/17939
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1533/17941, P1534/17942, P1535/17943 &/Or P1536/17944
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1539/17947
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1542/17950, P1543/17951 &/Or P1544/17952
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1545/17953
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1546/17954, P1547/17955, P1548/17956, P1555/17963, P1556/17964 &/Or P1557/17965
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1558/17966
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1559/17967
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1560/17968
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1564/17972
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1565/17973 &/Or P1568/17976
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1569/17977
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1570/17978
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1579/17987
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1596/18004 Or P1597/18005
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1600/18008 &/Or P1602/18010
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1603/18011 Or P1604/18012
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1606/18014
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1609/18017
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1612/18020
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1620/18028, P1621/18029 &/Or P1622/18030
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1624/18032
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1626/18034
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1630/18038, P1631/18039, P1633/18041, P1634/18042 &/Or P1639/1847
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1640/18048
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1645/18053
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1648/18056
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1649/18057
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1650/18058
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1654/18062
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1676/18084 &/Or P1677/18085
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1682/18090
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1690/18098 &/Or P1693/18101
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1851/18259, P1853/18261 &/Or P1854/18262
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P1912/18320, P1913/18321 &/Or P1914/18322
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P2181/18613 &/Or P3081/19537
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P3041/19497
          • Notes
          • Testing
        • DTC P3262/19718
          • Notes
          • Testing
    • Engine Controls - System & Component Testing
      • Introduction
      • Component Locations
      • Air Induction Systems
        • Electronic Throttle Control
        • Idle Control System
          • All Models
        • Intake Manifold Change-Over Valve
        • Throttle Valve Control Module
        • Turbocharger
        • Recirculating Valve For Turbocharger
        • WASTEGATE Bypass Regulator Valve
      • Computerized Engine Controls
        • Data Transfer Between Engine Control Module & Can-Bus Capable Control Modules
        • Engine Control Module Power Supply
        • Engine Control Module Power Supply Relay
      • Sensors & Switches
        • Heated Oxygen Sensors
          • Notes
          • Bank 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor 1
          • Bank 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor 2
          • Bank 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor 1
          • Bank 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor 2
        • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
        • Engine Speed Sensor
        • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
        • Knock Sensor
        • Mass Air Flow Sensor
        • Throttle Position Sensor
        • Vehicle Speed Sensor
      • Modules, Motors, Relays & Solenoids
        • Fuel Pump Relay
        • Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay
      • Fuel Systems
        • Notes
        • Fuel Injector Test
          • Fuel Injector Electrical Testing
          • Fuel Injector Leak Test
          • Fuel Injector Resistance Test
          • Fuel Injector Quantity Test
        • Fuel Pressure Test
      • Ignition Systems
        • Spark Test
        • Ignition Coil(S)
      • Emission Systems & Sub-Systems
        • Secondary Air Injection System
        • Fuel Evaporative System
        • EVAP Leak Detection System
        • Crankcase Ventilation
      • Throttle Controls
      • Variable Valve Timing System
        • Camshaft Position Sensor
      • Misfire Recognition
        • 1.8L Turbo
        • 2.7L Turbo
        • 3.0L
        • 4.2L
    • Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes
      • Introduction
      • Symptoms
        • Symptom Diagnosis
        • Will Not Start (Cranks Okay)
          • Spark Available
          • No Spark Available
        • Difficult Start (Cranks Okay)
        • Engine Surges
        • Rough Or Unstable Idle
        • Excessive Fast Idle
        • Engine Stalls
        • Engine Lacks Power
        • Engine Misfires Or Hesitates
        • AFTERBURN In Exhaust System
        • Poor Fuel Mileage
        • Detonation Or Knocking
        • Fails Emission Test
      • INTERMITTENTS
        • Intermittent Problem Diagnosis
        • Test Procedures
          • Intermittent Simulation
    • Fuel Supply System
      • 20 - Fuel supply system
        • Notes for performing work on fuel supply system
          • Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system
          • Rules for cleanliness
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2002 - 2003
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine and 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications 2003 - 2004
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , testing
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with front wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with FSI engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel level sensor G , checking
          • Fuel level sensor G , removing and installing
        • Fuel tank, vehicles with all wheel drive up to 06.03
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and Fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Delivery rate of fuel pump, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque Specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive from 07.03 to 10.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, component overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
            • Part 1 (right chamber)
            • Part 2 (left chamber)
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) delivery quantity, checking
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump, function
          • Suction jet pump in left fuel tank chamber, removing and installing
          • Fuel Tank Lock Switch F314 , checking
        • Fuel supply system, vehicles with all wheel drive as of 11.04
          • Fuel tank with attachments, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Installation position of Ground (GND) connection
          • Fuel tank, draining
          • Fuel tank with attachments, removing and installing
          • Fuel delivery unit and fuel level sensor, assembly overview
          • Fuel pump electrical, checking
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. and 8-cyl. FSI engine)
          • Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module J538 , removing and installing
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 6-cyl. FSI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. MPI-engine)
          • Fuel pump delivery quantity, checking (vehicles with 8-cyl. FSI-engine (Audi RS4))
          • Fuel delivery unit, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Fuel pump adaptation after replacing fuel delivery unit, (vehicles with 4-cyl. TFSI engine)
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor G , removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , checking
          • Fuel Level Sensor 2 G169 , removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
            • Torque specifications
          • Suction jet pump
          • Suction jet pump, removing and installing
        • Fuel filter, servicing
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system with return line)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (fuel system without return flow)
          • Fuel filter, removing and installing (vehicles with 1.8L Turbo engine)
        • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
          • Fuel system, bleeding (1.8L Turbo engine)
        • EVAP canister/leak detection system, servicing (Front and all wheel drive vehicles)
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • EVAP filter - Vehicles as of 11.04
          • Evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister, removing and installing
          • EVAP canister/leak detection system, 8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4), component overview
          • EVAP canister, removing and installing (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system - 1.8L Turbo engine
            • Notes
            • Installation position of T-piece
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system 6-cyl. (MPI-engine)
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (6-cyl. FSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Hose routing, EVAP canister/leak detection system (8-cyl. FSI engine (Audi RS4))
            • Notes
            • Separation point location
          • Leak detection system
          • Diagnostic leak test, performing
          • Fuel supply and tank ventilation systems, checking for leaks
          • EVAP system, checking using tester KLI 9210
            • Introduction
            • Calibrating the KLI 9210 tester
            • Testing the fuel cap
            • Checking Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 for internal leaks
            • Conditions
            • Checking EVAP system for leaks
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with MPI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , checking (vehicles with FSI and TFSI-engine)
            • Notes
            • Check activation
            • Checking internal resistance
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking output wiring
            • Checking input wiring
          • Leak Detection Pump (LDP) V144 , removing and installing
        • Accelerator linkage, servicing
          • Accelerator pedal module, assembly overview
          • Accelerator pedal module with Throttle Position (TP) sensors, removing and installing
          • Kick-down function, adapting after replacing gas pedal module or engine control module (ECM)
    • MULTIPORT Fuel Injection (MFI) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 24 Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI)
        • Motronic Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system, servicing
          • Safety precautions
          • Rules for cleanliness
          • Technical data
          • Component locations, overview
            • Notes
            • Component location for exhaust temperature sensors on vehicle with automatic transmission:
          • Intake manifold, removing and installing
          • Wiring and component check with VAG1598/31 test box
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work sequence
          • Procedure after interrupting voltage supply
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Work procedure
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (without metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- (with metal anti -theft housing), replacing
            • Notes
            • Remove Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Removing
            • Installing Engine Control Module (ECM)
          • Idle speed, checking
            • Test conditions
            • Checking idle speed
              • Notes
              • If the idle speed is too high or too low, or if the engine does not idle smoothly, and there are no malfunctions stored in the DTC memory, perform the following tests (marked with dots):
          • Fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel pressure, checking
            • Requirements
            • Testing system pressure
            • Checking residual fuel pressure
          • Fuel injectors, checking
            • A - Electrical testing of fuel injectors
            • B - Checking voltage supply
              • Test conditions
            • C - Testing activation of injectors
          • Fuel injection volume, fuel injector leakage and spray pattern of injectors, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Checking for leaks
            • Checking injection quantity
          • Fuel rail with fuel injectors, disassembling and assembling
          • Fuel Pump (FP) relay -J17- and relay activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply
            • Checking activation
          • Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-, checking
            • Notes
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Hitachi MAF sensor)
            • Voltage supply for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
            • Wire connections for Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor, checking (Bosch MAF sensor)
          • Air system for leaks (un-metered air), checking
            • Check with engine leak detector spray G 001 800 A1
        • Oxygen sensor control, checking
          • Function of oxygen sensor control
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control before Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC), checking
            • Special tools and shop equipment
            • Test conditions
            • Checking function
            • Checking oxygen sensor adaptation and oxygen sensor control
              • Notes
              • If the specified values in display fields 1 and/or 3 do not match the specifications, or if the readout does not fluctuate by at least 2 % (Display group 033):
              • Evaluation display group 032
              • Evaluation display group 033
          • Oxygen sensors aging, oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, checking
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 1
            • Continuation
            • Test sequence for oxygen sensor 1 before catalytic converter bank 2
          • Oxygen sensor and oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter, checking
            • Test equipment and shop tools
            • Test conditions
            • Test requirements
            • Checking oxygen sensor control behind catalytic converter
            • Continuation
          • Oxygen sensor heater for oxygen sensor, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply for oxygen sensor heater
            • Connectors for Engine code BEL
            • All engine codes
          • Oxygen sensor signal wire and activation, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking oxygen sensor wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G130-
            • Checking wiring for Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2 -G108-
            • Checking wiring for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) 2 Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) -G131-
          • Oxygen sensors, removing and installing
            • Removing
        • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) system, checking
          • Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-, checking
            • Checking for leaks
              • Notes
              • Electrical testing of Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80-
          • Checking voltage supply to Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- (solenoid valve)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Testing activation of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
        • Electronic Engine Power Control (EPC), checking
          • Function of Engine Power Control (EPC)
          • Significance of electronic Engine Power Control (EPC) warning light in instrument cluster
            • Notes
            • Checking function of warning light
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, checking
          • Throttle valve control module -J338 -, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions for adaptation of throttle valve control module
          • Angle sensor 1 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G187 - and Angle sensor 2 for throttle drive (power accelerator actuation) -G188-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply to throttle valve control module
            • Checking wiring for voltage, signal and activation
          • Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking voltage supply of accelerator position sensors
            • Checking wiring
          • Kick-Down function, adaptation
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
        • Vacuum system layout
          • General air flow
          • Boost pressure control, subsystem
          • EVAP system (tank ventilation system), subsystem
          • Recirculating air control (deceleration recirculating air control), subsystem
          • Crankcase ventilation, subsystem
          • Suction jet pump (vehicles with automatic transmission)
          • Additional signals, checking
            • Engine speed (RPM) signal, checking
          • Fuel consumption signal for on-board computer, checking
          • Coolant temperature signal, checking
          • Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS), checking
          • Fuel tank level signal, checking
          • Brake light switch -F- and brake pedal switch -F47-, checking
            • Notes
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-, checking
            • Notes
            • Test sequence
            • Check switch
            • Check voltage supply
            • Check activation
          • Crash signal, checking
          • Signal for rough road recognition from ABS/EDL control module, checking
            • Notes
            • Test conditions
            • Test sequence
          • Data exchange between Engine/ABS/Transmission control modules, checking
            • Notes
            • Checking bus system
          • Data exchange between control modules, checking
            • Checking bus system
    • On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Motronic system, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • On Board Diagnostic,technical data
            • Equipment
          • Exhaust Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL), significance
            • Notes
            • Checking function
          • Available functions
          • Vehicle diagnostic, testing and information system VAS5051 or VAG1551 Scan Tool, connecting and selecting functions
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Control module identification (example)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory, checking and erasing
            • Notes
            • End output
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
          • Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)
            • Notes
            • Test requirements
              • Notes
              • Actuating Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Solenoid Valve -N112-
              • Actuating Secondary Air Injection (AIR) Pump Relay - J299-
              • Activating Wastegate Bypass Regulator Valve -N75-
              • Actuating camshaft adjustment valves -N205-, -N208-
              • Actuating Leak Detection Pump (LDP) -V144-
              • Activating Recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249 -
              • Actuating fuel injectors
          • Basic setting
            • Notes
            • Test requirements for operations with engine running
          • Control module, coding
          • Read Measuring Value Block
            • Test requirements
          • Readiness code
            • Notes
            • The readiness code will be reset to "1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1" if:
          • Readiness code, checking
            • Test sequence
          • Readiness code, generating
            • Required special tools and test equipment
            • Requirements
            • Work step 1: Check DTC memory
            • Work step 2: Erase DTC Memory
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 3: Adaptation Throttle Valve Control Module to Engine Control Module (ECM)
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 4: Diagnosis of EVAP canister purge regulator valve
              • Notes
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 5: Diagnosis of tank leak test
              • Notes
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 6: Diagnosis of fuel supply system
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 7: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor heater
            • Work step 8: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor aging before catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 9: Diagnosis of operational readiness of oxygen sensors behind TWC
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 10: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor control system
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 11: Diagnosis of oxygen sensor aging behind catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 12: Diagnosis of catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
            • Work step 13: Diagnosis of Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system (only on vehicles with automatic transmission), on vehicles with manual transmission continue with work step 14 (see )
          • Work step 14: Readiness code, displaying
    • On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - Generic Scan Tool - 2.7L V6 BITURBO - APB, Bel
      • Generic Scan Tool
        • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), characteristics
          • On Board Diagnostic (OBD), technical data
            • Control module identification
            • Engine Control Module (ECM) equipment
            • Selectable diagnostic modes under address word 33 - OBD
          • Diagnostic tester, connecting
            • Recommended special tools and equipment e.g.:
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
          • Test box for wiring test, connecting
            • Notes
            • Special Tools and Equipment
            • Procedure
          • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) in instrument cluster, checking
            • Meaning of emissions MIL
            • Recommended special tools and equipment
            • Test requirement
            • If emissions Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) does not go out with engine running:
        • Diagnostic function, selecting
          • Recommended special tools and equipment e.g.:
          • Address word 33 - On-Board Diagnostic (OBD)
            • Function
          • Diagnostic mode 1: Check measuring values
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 2: Checking operating conditions
            • Function
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC Memory
            • Function
            • SAE Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data
            • Function
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 5: Check output of oxygen sensor signals
            • Function
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Output of oxygen sensor signals
            • Evaluation test-ID 01: Rich to lean sensor barrier voltage
            • Evaluation test-ID 02: Lean to rich sensor barrier voltage
            • Evaluation test-ID 07: Minimum voltage at sensor for test cycle
            • Evaluation test-ID 08: Maximum voltage at sensor for test cycle
            • Evaluation test-ID 09: Time period between sensor shift procedures
          • Diagnostic mode 6: Check test results of components that are not continuously monitored
            • Function
            • Test-ID 01: Catalytic converter
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 03: Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 05: Tank ventilation system
              • Test requirements
              • Procedure
            • Test-ID 09: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor -G62-
              • Test requirement
              • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 7: Check test results of components that are continuously monitored
            • Function
            • Procedure
          • Diagnostic mode 8: Tank leak test
            • Function
            • Test requirements
            • Function test
          • Diagnostic mode 9: Vehicle information
            • Function
            • Requirement
            • Procedure
            • Display vehicle information
        • Readiness code, function
          • Function
          • Readiness code, reading
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
            • Evaluation PID 01: System status -information (right 8-digit number block:)
          • Readiness code, generating
            • Requirements
            • Procedure
        • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) tables:
          • SAE P0xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air mixture and additional emission regulations
            • Fuel and air ratios
            • Ignition system
            • Additional emissions regulation
            • Speed and idle control
            • Control module and output signals
            • Transmission
          • SAE P1xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air ratios
          • SAE P2xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air mixture and additional emission regulations
            • Fuel and air ratios
            • Additional emissions regulation
          • SAE P3xxx-DTCs
            • Fuel and air ratios
  • Vacuum Diagrams
    • Introduction
  • Wiring Diagrams
    • Wiring Diagrams
      • ALLROAD
      • A4
      • A6 & S6
      • S4
      • TT
• General Information
  • Abbreviations
    • Commonly Used Abbreviations - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • "A"
      • "B"
      • "C"
      • "D"
      • "E"
      • "F"
      • "G"
      • "H"
      • "I"
      • "J"
      • "K"
      • "L"
      • "M"
      • "N"
      • "O"
      • "P"
      • "Q"
      • "R"
      • "S"
      • "T"
      • "V"
      • "W"
    • Emission Control Abbreviations
      • "A"
      • "B"
      • "C"
      • "D"
      • "E"
      • "F"
      • "G"
      • "H"
      • "I"
      • "K"
      • "L"
      • "M"
      • "N"
      • "O"
      • "P"
      • "R"
      • "S"
      • "T"
      • "V"
      • "W"
  • Basic Trouble Shooting
    • Basic Trouble Shooting - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Accessories & Electrical
        • Charging System Trouble Shooting
        • Ignition System Trouble Shooting
        • Starter Trouble Shooting
      • Air Conditioning & Heat
        • Air Conditioning Trouble Shooting
        • Heater System Trouble Shooting
      • Brakes
        • Brake System Trouble Shooting
      • Engine Mechanical
        • Cooling System Trouble Shooting
        • Gasoline Engine - Mechanical Trouble Shooting
      • Engine Performance
        • Carburetor Trouble Shooting:
        • Diesel Engine Trouble Shooting
        • Fuel Injection Trouble Shooting
        • Ignition System Trouble Shooting
        • Starter Trouble Shooting
        • Tune-Up Trouble Shooting - Gas Engine Vehicles
        • Vacuum Pump - Diesel Trouble Shooting
      • Manual Transmission
        • Manual Transmission Trouble Shooting
      • Powertrain
        • Clutch Trouble Shooting
        • Drive Axle - Noise Diagnosis
          • Unrelated Noises
          • Non-Drive Axle Noises
          • Gear Noise
          • Chuckle
          • Knock
          • Clunk
          • Bearing Whine
          • Bearing Rumble
          • Chatter On Turns
          • Axle Shaft Noise
          • Vibration
        • Drive Axle - RWD Trouble Shooting
        • Fwd Axle Shafts & CV Joints Trouble Shooting
      • Steering & Suspension
        • Manual Steering Gear Trouble Shooting
        • Power Steering Trouble Shooting
        • Steering Column Trouble Shooting
        • Suspension Trouble Shooting
        • Wheel Alignment Trouble Shooting
    • Commonly Used Abbreviations - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • "A"
      • "B"
      • "C"
      • "D"
      • "E"
      • "F"
      • "G"
      • "H"
      • "I"
      • "J"
      • "K"
      • "L"
      • "M"
      • "N"
      • "O"
      • "P"
      • "Q"
      • "R"
      • "S"
      • "T"
      • "V"
      • "W"
    • Emission Control Abbreviations
      • "A"
      • "B"
      • "C"
      • "D"
      • "E"
      • "F"
      • "G"
      • "H"
      • "I"
      • "K"
      • "L"
      • "M"
      • "N"
      • "O"
      • "P"
      • "R"
      • "S"
      • "T"
      • "V"
      • "W"
    • Engine Performance - Trouble Shooting - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Engine Performance
  • Brakes
    • Anti-Lock Brake Safety Precautions - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Anti-Lock Brake Safety Precautions
    • Map - Brake Systems
      • Brake Systems
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
        • Accelerometers
        • Accumulators
        • Anchor Pins
        • Anti-Lock Brake Control Assembly(Module)
        • Anti-Lock Brake Controller
        • Anti-Lock Brake Systems
        • Axle Seal
        • Backing Plates
        • Bleeder Screw
        • Brake Abs Active Light (Blue)
        • Brake Fluid
        • Brake Friction Material
        • Brake On - Off Switch
        • Brake Pads
        • Brake Pedals
        • Brake Shoe Hardware
        • Brake Shoes
        • Brake Stoplight Switches
        • Brake Warning Light (Amber)
        • Brake Warning Light (Red)
        • Bulb Sockets
        • Bulbs And LEDS
        • Caliper Hardware
        • Caliper Mounting Pin
        • Caliper Piston
        • Caliper Shim
        • Caliper Slider Pin (Bolt) Dust Boot
        • Caliper Slider Pin (Bolt)
        • Calipers
        • Combination Valve
        • Controllers
        • Digital Ratio Axle Controllers And Buffers (Drab And Dram)
        • Disable Switches
        • Drums
        • Electrical Brake Pumps
        • Electrical Park Motor
        • Electrical Pumps And Motors
        • Electro-Magnetic Interference
        • Electronic Brake Control Modulator
        • Electronic Brake Distribution
        • Electronic Brake Traction Control Module
        • Electronic Controllers
        • Electronic Traction Control
        • External Brake Cable
        • Flow Control Valve
        • Fluid Level Sensor Switches
        • Fluid
        • Four Wheel Drive Switches
        • Friction Material
        • G Sensors
        • Gaskets
        • Gravitational Switches
        • Grease Seal
        • Height Sensing Proportioning Valve
        • High Pressure Accumulator
        • Hoses
        • Hub
        • Hydraulic Control Unit
        • Hydraulic Modulators
        • Hydro-Boosters
        • Hydro-Electric Boosters (POWERMASTER)
        • Ignition Disable Switches
        • Lamp Driver Relay
        • Lateral Acceleration Switches
        • LEDS
        • Lenses
        • Low Pressure Accumulator
        • Lug Nut
        • Master Cylinder Cover Gasket
        • Master Cylinders
        • Modulators
        • Motor Pack
        • Motors
        • Pads
        • Parking Brake Cable
        • Parking Brake Mechanism
        • Parking Brake Shoes
        • Parking Brake Switches
        • Parking Brake Systems
        • Pedal Travel Switches
        • Pedals
        • Power Distribution Center
        • POWERMASTER
        • Pressure Differential Switches
        • Pressure Switches
        • Pressure Transducers
        • Proportioning Valve
        • Pumps
        • Relays
        • RELUCTOR (Speed) Ring
        • Rotors
        • Self-Adjusting Systems
        • Shoe Hardware
        • Shoes
        • Sockets
        • Speed Sensor (RELUCTOR) Ring
        • Speed Sensors (Electronic Wheel And Vehicle)
        • Star Wheel
        • Steel Brake Lines
        • Stoplight Switches
        • Stroke Sensor
        • Switches
        • Tires
        • Tone Ring
        • Toothed Rings (Tone Wheel)
        • Traction Control System (TCS)
        • Transfer Tubes
        • Vacuum Boosters
        • Vacuum Hoses
        • Valves
        • Wear Indicator
        • Wheel Attachment Hardware
        • Wheel Bearings, Races And Seals
        • Wheel Cylinders
        • Wiring Harnesses
        • Yaw Rate Sensor
      • Brake System CHECKSHEET
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
    • Map - Routine Inspection Reference Guide
      • Routine Inspection Reference Guide
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
        • Maintenance Overview
          • Antifreeze/Coolant
          • Visual Inspection
          • Radiator Cap Test
          • Engine Fan
          • Cooling System Power Flush And Refill
          • Belts (Except Timing Belts)
          • Belt TENSIONER
          • Automatic Transmission Fluid
          • Automatic Transmission Fluid Exchange & Filter Replacement
          • Engine Oil
          • Air Filters
          • Cabin Air Filter
          • Brake Fluid
          • Battery
          • Battery Cables
          • Power Steering
          • Power Steering Fluid
          • Wiper Blades
        • Routine Inspection CHECKSHEET
        • Routine Inspection - UICS
          • Brake Systems
            • Notes
            • Brake Fluid
            • Bulbs And LEDS
            • Hoses
            • Lenses
            • Lug Nut
            • Master Cylinder Cover Gasket
            • Parking Brake Cable
            • Vacuum Hoses
            • Wheel Attachment Hardware
            • Wheel Bearings, Races And Seals
          • Drivetrain And Transmission
            • Notes
            • Automatic Transmission Fluid
            • Clutch Master Cylinders
            • Cooler Lines
            • Coolers
            • Differential Fluid
            • Drain Plugs And Gaskets
            • Filters And Screens
            • Fluids And Lubricants
            • Hoses, Lines, And Tubes
            • Hydraulic Fluid
            • Lubricants
            • Manual Transmission Fluid
            • Mounts (Engine, Transaxle And Transmission)
            • Transfer Case Fluid
            • Vacuum Hoses
          • Electrical Systems
            • Batteries
            • Battery Cables
            • Battery Trays And Hold Down Hardware
            • Bulbs, Sealed Beams And LEDS
            • Fuses, Fusible Links And Circuit Breakers
            • Ground Cables And Straps
            • Ground Straps
            • Lenses
            • Sealed Beams
            • Washer Pumps
            • Wiper Arms And Blades
            • Wiper Hoses And Nozzles
            • Wiper Pump Reservoirs
          • Engine Performance And Maintenance
            • Notes
            • Accessory Belts
            • Air Filter Elements
            • Air Filter Gaskets
            • Air Filter Housings And Gaskets
            • Air Pump Belts
            • Batteries
            • Battery Connectors
            • Belt Idler Assemblies (Accessory And Cam Belts)
            • Belt TENSIONERS (Accessory And Cam Belt)
            • Chemical Engine DECARBONIZATION
            • Combustion Chamber Cleaning
            • Coolant Recovery Tanks
            • Coolant
            • Distributor Caps
            • Distributor Rotors
            • Engine Cooling Systems
            • Engine DECARBONIZATION
            • Engine Oil Drain Plugs And Gaskets
            • Engine Oil Filters And Canisters
            • Engine Oil
            • Fuel Filters
            • Fuel Injector Cleaning
            • Fuel Injectors
            • Fuel System Cleaning Service
            • Hose Clamps
            • Hose Connectors
            • Hose Couplers
            • Hoses And Tubes (Fuel Lines, Radiator, Vacuum, By-Pass, Heater, Recovery Tank And Oil Coolers)
            • Ignition Wires (Secondary)
            • Intake Cleaning
            • O2 Sensors
            • PCV Breather Elements
            • PCV Valves
            • Radiator Caps And Pressurized Expansion Tank Caps
            • Spark Plugs
            • Thermostats And Housings
            • Throttle Body Cleaning
            • Timing Belts
            • Vacuum Hoses, Tubes And Connections (Non-Metallic)
          • Exhaust Systems
            • Notes
            • Exhaust And Tail Pipes
          • Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning Systems
            • Notes
            • Belts
            • Cabin Air Filters
            • Coolant
            • Evaporator Drain Tubes
            • Evaporator Filters
            • In-Line Filters
            • Vacuum Hoses And Tubes
          • Steering And Suspension, Wheel Alignment, Wheels And Tires
            • Notes
            • Hydraulic Hoses
            • Power Steering Belts
            • Power Steering Fluid
            • Power Steering Hoses
            • Shock Absorbers, Strut Cartridges And Strut Assemblies
            • Strut Rods
            • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
            • Tire Pressure Sensors
            • Tires
            • Valve Stems
            • Wheel Attachment Hardware
            • Wheel Bearings, Races And Seals
      • Wheel & Tire Supplement
        • Notes
        • Tires
        • Mounting Tires
        • Vehicle Tire Placard
        • Tire Rotation
        • Wheel Lug Nut Torque & Clamping Force
        • Popular Tire Rotation Patterns
        • Wheels And Rims
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
        • Wheels & Tires CHECKSHEET
        • Wheel & Tire - UICS
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • Tire Pressure Sensors
          • Tires
          • Wheel Alignment
          • Wheel Attachment Hardware
          • Wheels (Rims)
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
  • Check Lists
    • Symptom Check List Worksheet - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Purpose
        • Notes
        • Why Use the Symptom Check List Worksheets?
        • Making the Worksheets a Part of Your Normal Routine
      • Symptom Check List Worksheets
        • Condensed Version - All On One Page
        • Full Version - All On Four Pages
        • Individual System-Based Check Lists
  • Computer Relearn Procedures - Import
    • Introduction
      • Notes
      • Body Controls
      • Engine Controls
    • ACURA
      • Powertrain Control Module Reset Procedure/Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (All Models)
      • Known-Good Powertrain Control Module Substitution
      • System Readiness Test Codes
        • Notes
        • Catalytic Converter Codes
        • EVAP Leak Monitor Code
        • HO2S Monitor Code
        • HO2S Heater Monitor Code
    • AUDI
      • Readiness Code
      • Generating Readiness Code
      • Pcm Coding (All Models)
        • Notes
        • Coding Engine Control Module (A4, A6 & S4)
        • Coding Engine Control Module (TT)
    • BMW
      • All Models
      • Component Activation
      • Power Window Calibration
      • Sun Roof Calibration
        • 3-Series & 7-Series
    • HONDA
      • Powertrain Control Module Reset Procedure (All Models)
      • Known-Good Powertrain Control Module Substitution
        • Accord, Odyssey & S2000
        • Civic, CR-V & Insight
      • Immobilizer (Accord, Insight, Odyssey, Prelude & S2000)
      • System Readiness Test Codes
        • Notes
        • Air/Fuel (A/F) Ratio Sensor Monitor
        • Catalytic Converter
        • EGR Monitor
        • EVAP Leak Monitor
        • HO2S Monitor
        • HO2S Heater Monitor
    • HYUNDAI
    • INFINITI
      • ECM Programming
    • ISUZU
      • Notes
      • EEPROM Programming Procedure
    • Jaguar
      • Principles Of Operation
      • Module Configuration
      • Customer Driven Preferences
      • Powertrain Control Module Programming
        • S-Type
        • X-Type
      • Power Window Calibration (XK8)
      • Radio Security Code
      • Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
      • Transmission Control Module DRIVEABILITY Computer Relearn Procedure
    • KIA
    • Land Rover
      • Notes
      • Immobilizer
      • Power Window Calibration
    • LEXUS
      • Notes
      • Immobilizer System
      • New Transponder Key Code
      • Additional Master Key
        • Notes
        • Using Ignition Switch
        • Using LEXUS Scan Tool
      • Registration Or Change Of Key Number
        • Notes
        • Registration Of Key Number (Using LEXUS Scan Tool)
        • Change Of Key Number (Using LEXUS Scan Tool)
      • Erasure Of Transponder Key Code
        • Notes
        • Using Ignition Switch
        • Using LEXUS Scan Tool
      • Sun Roof REINITIALIZATION
    • MAZDA
      • Notes
      • Programming Powertrain Control Module
        • Notes
        • Description
        • Flash Vehicle Identification Block Procedure
      • Key Replacement Or Addition
        • Customer Supplied 2 Or More Valid Keys
        • Customer Supplied Only One Or No Valid Keys
      • Steering Lock Replacement
        • Notes
        • Customer Supplied 2 Or More Valid Keys
        • Customer Supplied Only One Or No Valid Keys
      • Immobilizer Unit
        • Notes
        • Customer Supplied Only One Or No Valid Keys
        • Customer Supplied Two Or More Valid Keys
      • Powertrain Control Module
        • Notes
        • Customer Supplied 2 Or More Valid Keys
        • Customer Supplied Only One Valid Key
      • Immobilizer Unit & Powertrain Control Module
      • Reprogram Error Recovery
      • Inputting Code Word
    • MERCEDES-BENZ
      • Notes
      • Synchronization Of Power Windows
      • Activating Steering Angle Sensor
      • Synchronization Of Sliding/Tilt-Up Roof
      • Easy Entry/Exit Function
      • Control Module Version Coding
        • Notes
        • Automatic Coding
        • Manual Coding
      • Enabling Code Function For Radio
        • Notes
        • Audio 5 & 10 Models Or Sound 10, 20 & 30 Models (CLK, E & SLK Class)
        • Becker 2000 (CL, S & SL Class)
        • Becker Mexico, Grand Prix, Europa & Avus Models (SL Class)
        • Radio With Navigation Control Module (CL, S & SL Class)
        • Radio With 4-Digit Fixed Code (CL, S & SL Class)
        • Radio & Radio With Navigation Control Module With 5-Digit Fixed Code (CL, S & SL Class)
        • Radio (ML Class)
      • Programming Supplemental Restraint System Control Module
    • MITSUBISHI
      • Engine Control Module
      • Encrypted Code Registration Method (Immobilizer)
        • Notes
        • Diagnostic Aids
        • Key Id Register
        • Registration Of Additional Keys (With Scan Tool)
        • Registration Of Additional Keys (Without Using Scan Tool)
      • Radio Security Code
    • NISSAN
      • Notes
      • Immobilizer Programming
      • Sun Roof Initialization
    • PORSCHE
      • All Models
      • BOXSTER
        • Notes
        • Alarm/Drive Block Control Unit Programming
    • SAAB
      • Notes
      • Programming Immobilizer
    • SUBARU
    • SUZUKI
    • TOYOTA
      • Service Precautions (PRIUS)
      • Immobilizer Programming (Except PRIUS)
        • Notes
        • Ignition Key Registration
      • Additional Master Key Registration (Except PRIUS)
        • Notes
        • Using Brake Pedal & Accelerator Pedal
        • Using Toyota Hand-Held Tester
      • Additional Sub-Key Registration (Except PRIUS)
        • Notes
        • Using Brake & Accelerator Pedal
        • Using Toyota Hand-Held Tester
      • Erasure Of Transponder Key Code (Except PRIUS)
        • Notes
        • Using Brake & Accelerator Pedal
        • Using Toyota Hand-Held Tester
      • Immobilizer Component Replacement Programming Procedures (PRIUS)
        • Notes
        • Programming When Replacing Transponder Key Electronic Control Unit
        • Programming When Replacing Hybrid Vehicle Control Electronic Control Unit
        • Programming When Replacing Transponder Key Electronic Control Unit & Hybrid Vehicle Control Electronic Control Unit
        • Programming If All Ignition Keys Are Lost
        • Ignition Key Registration
        • Additional Master Key Registration
        • Additional Sub-Key Registration
        • Erasure Of Transponder Key Code
      • Power Sliding Door REINITIALIZATION Procedure (Sienna)
      • Sun Roof Initialization (CAMRY & CELICA)
        • Camry
        • Celica
    • VOLKSWAGEN
      • Notes
      • Engine Control Module Programming (All Models)
        • Notes
        • Engine Control Module Coding Options (1.8L Turbo)
        • Engine Control Module Coding Options (1.9L Diesel)
        • Engine Control Module Coding Options (2.0L)
        • Engine Control Module Coding Options (2.8L)
      • Readiness Code
        • Notes
        • Description
        • Reading Readiness Code
        • Generating Readiness Code
    • VOLVO
      • All Models
        • Engine Control Module Programming
        • Radio Security Code
  • OBD-II Drive Cycles
    • Readiness Code Generating
      • General Description
      • General Recommendations
      • Operating Conditions
      • Requirements
      • Drive Cycle Procedure
  • Driveline/Axles
    • Drive Axle Noise Diagnosis - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Unrelated Noises
      • Non-Drive Axle Noises
      • Gear Noise
      • Chuckle
      • Knock
      • Clunk
      • Bearing Whine
      • Bearing Rumble
      • Chatter On Turns
      • Axle Shaft Noise
      • Vibration
    • Gear Tooth Contact Patterns - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Inspection
        • Notes
        • Gear Tooth Contact Pattern
      • Adjustments
        • Notes
        • Gear Backlash & Pinion Shim Changes
    • Map - Drive Train & Transmission
      • Drive Train & Transmission Systems
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
      • Drivetrain And Transmission
        • Notes
        • Actuators (Electrical)
        • Actuators (Vacuum)
        • Automatic Transmission / Transaxle Assemblies/CVTS
        • Automatic Transmission Fluid
        • Axles
        • Bearings And Races
        • Bell Cranks
        • Bell Housings
        • Bushings (External)
        • Cables (Speedometer)
        • Cables (TV, Detent And Shift)
        • Carrier Bearings
        • Clutch Cables And Cable Housings
        • Clutch Discs (Manual Transmissions)
        • Clutch Forks
        • Clutch Linkages (Mechanical)
        • Clutch Master Cylinders
        • Clutch Pedals
        • Clutch Pivots
        • Clutch Pressure Plates
        • Clutch Release Bearings
        • Clutch Slave Cylinders (Concentric)
        • Clutch Slave Cylinders (Conventional Or External)
        • Companion Flanges
        • Connectors
        • Cooler Bypass Valves
        • Cooler Lines
        • Coolers
        • CV Joints
        • Differential And Final Drive Assemblies
        • Differential Fluid
        • Dip Stick Tubes
        • Dip Sticks (Fluid Level Indicators)
        • Dowel Pins, Guides And Pilot Holes
        • Drain Plugs And Gaskets
        • Drive Shaft Flanges
        • Drive Shafts And Half Shafts
        • Dust Boots
        • Engine Mounts
        • Exciter Rings
        • Filler Tubes
        • Filters And Screens
        • Flanges
        • Flex Plates
        • Fluid Level Indicators
        • Fluids And Lubricants
        • Flywheels
        • Force Motors
        • Gaskets
        • Guides
        • Half Shafts
        • Hoses, Lines, And Tubes
        • Housings (Bell, Case, Tail(Extension) And Auxiliary)
        • Hydraulic Fluid
        • Intermediate Shaft Support Bearings
        • Key Interlock Systems
        • Limited Slips
        • Lines
        • Linkages (External)
        • Locking Hub Assemblies
        • Locking Hub Control Knobs
        • Lubricants
        • Manual Transmission Fluid
        • Manual Transmission/Transaxle Assemblies
        • Metal Clad Seals
        • METALASTIC Joints
        • Modulator Pins
        • Modulators
        • Mounts (Engine, Transaxle And Transmission)
        • Odometer Drives (Mechanical)
        • Odometer Heads (Mechanical)
        • Oil Pans
        • Pans
        • Pilot Holes
        • Pressure Plates
        • Pressure Switches
        • Races
        • Rubber Joints (METALASTIC)
        • Screens
        • Seals (Metal Clad)
        • Seals
        • Selector Interlock Systems
        • Sensors
        • Servos
        • Shift Interlock Systems (Selector And Key Interlock Systems)
        • Side Covers
        • Slip Yokes
        • Solenoids
        • Speed Sensors (Electronic Wheel And Vehicle)
        • Speedometer- Driven Gear Housing
        • Speedometer/Odometer Drives (Mechanical)
        • Speedometer/Odometer Heads (Mechanical)
        • Speedometers/Odometers (Electronic)
        • Switches
        • Tone Wheels
        • Toothed Rings (Tone Wheel)
        • Torque Converters
        • Transaxle Mounts
        • Transducers (Transmission)
        • Transfer Case Assemblies
        • Transfer Case Fluid
        • Transmission Coolers
        • Transmission Mounts
        • Transmission Pans
        • Transmission Range Indicators (PRNDL)
        • Tubes
        • Universal Joints (CARDAN Or Cross Type)
        • Vacuum Controls
        • Vacuum Hoses
        • Vacuum Motors
        • Vacuum-Operated Switches
        • Vehicle Speed Sensors
        • Vents
        • Vibration Dampers
        • Wheel Attachment Hardware
        • Wheel Speed Sensors
        • Wiring Harnesses And Connectors
        • Yokes And Slip Yokes
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
    • Trouble Shooting - Clutches - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • All Models
  • DTC Index - 2.7L (APB Engine)
    • Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Index
  • Electrical
    • Map - Electrical Systems
      • Electrical Systems
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
        • Actuator Motors (Electric)
        • Actuator Motors (Vacuum)
        • Air Bags
        • Alternators And Generators
        • Amplifiers
        • Antennas
        • Batteries
        • Battery Cables, Wires And Connectors
        • Battery Cables
        • Battery Trays And Hold Down Hardware
        • Battery Wires
        • Belts
        • Bulb Sockets
        • Bulbs, Sealed Beams And LEDS
        • Cd Players
        • Cigarette Lighter Assemblies
        • Circuit Breakers
        • Clutch Switches
        • Connectors
        • Control Modules
        • Cruise Control Brake Switches
        • Cruise Control Cables
        • Cruise Control Clutch Switches
        • Cruise Control Linkages And Cables
        • Cruise Control Reservoirs
        • Cruise Control Tubes
        • Cruise Control Vacuum Dump Release Valves
        • Cruise Control Vacuum Hoses, Tubes And
        • Cruise Control Vehicle Speed Sensors
        • Defoggers
        • Defrosters
        • Delays
        • Dimmers
        • Electric Heaters
        • Equalizers
        • Fuse Blocks
        • Fuse Boxes And Blocks
        • Fuses, Fusible Links And Circuit Breakers
        • Fusible Links
        • Gauges
        • Generators
        • Ground Cables And Straps
        • Ground Straps
        • Headlight Adjusters
        • Heating Elements (Defrosters, Defoggers, Electric Heaters And Seats)
        • Horns And Sirens
        • Ignition Switches
        • Indicator Lights
        • Keyless Entry Keypads And Transmitters
        • Keyless Entry Transmitters
        • LEDS
        • Lenses
        • Microphones
        • Mirrors (ELECTROCHROMATIC And Heated)
        • Motors
        • Neutral Safety Switches
        • Odometers, Speedometers And Tachometers (Cable Driven)
        • Odometers
        • Power Distribution Center
        • Pulleys
        • Receivers, Amplifiers, Equalizers And Sub-Woofer Volume Controls
        • Relay Boxes
        • Relays
        • Sealed Beams
        • Seat Heaters
        • Security Alarm Sensors
        • Sirens
        • Solenoids
        • Speakers And Microphones
        • Speedometer And Tachometer Linkages And Cables
        • Speedometer Cables
        • Speedometers
        • Starters
        • Sub-Woofer Volume Control
        • Switches
        • Tachometer Cables
        • Tachometers
        • Tape Players And Cd Players
        • TENSIONERS
        • Timers
        • Transceivers
        • Transducers
        • Vacuum Accumulators (Reservoirs)
        • Voltage Regulators
        • Washer Fluid Level Senders
        • Washer Pumps
        • Wiper Arms And Blades
        • Wiper Blades
        • Wiper Hoses And Nozzles
        • Wiper Linkages
        • Wiper Nozzles
        • Wiper Pump Reservoirs
        • Wiring Harnesses And Connectors
      • Battery, Starting & Charging System CHECKSHEET
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
    • Using lemon2025'S System Wiring Diagrams
      • Introduction
      • Wiring Diagram Features And Controls
      • Wiring Diagram Color Abbreviations
      • Wiring Diagram Symbols
      • Wiring Diagram Ground Number Locations
      • Wiring Diagram Component Locations
  • Engine
    • Engine Overhaul Procedures - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Description
      • Engine Identification
      • Inspection Procedures
        • * Please Read This First *
        • General
        • Magnetic Particle Inspection
          • Notes
          • Magnaflux & Magnaglo
        • Penetrant Inspection
          • Notes
          • Zyglo
          • Dye Check
        • Ultrasonic Inspection
        • X-Ray Inspection
        • Pressure Testing
      • Cleaning Procedures
        • * Please Read This First *
        • General
        • Bead Blasting
        • Chemical Cleaning
      • Component Cleaning
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Sheet Metal Parts
        • Intake & Exhaust Manifolds
      • Cylinder Head Replacement
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Removal
        • Installation
        • Valve Adjustment
      • Cylinder Head Overhaul
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Cylinder Head Disassembly
        • Cylinder Head Cleaning & Inspection
        • Valve Springs
        • Valve Guide
          • Notes
          • Measuring Valve Guide Clearance
          • Reaming Valve Guide
          • Replacing Valve Guide
        • Valves & Valve Seats
          • Notes
          • Valve Grinding
          • Valve Lapping
          • Valve Seat Grinding
          • Valve Seat Replacement
          • Valve Seat Concentricity
        • Cylinder Head Reassembly
          • Notes
          • Valve Stem Installed Height
        • Valve Stem Oil Seals
          • Notes
          • Replacement (On-Vehicle)
        • Valve Spring Installed Height
        • Rocker Arms & Assemblies
          • Notes
          • Rocker Studs
          • Rocker Arms & Shafts
        • Push Rods
        • Lifters
          • Notes
          • Hydraulic Lifters
          • Mechanical Lifters
      • Pistons, Connecting Rods & Bearings
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Ridge Removal
        • Piston & Connecting Rod Removal
        • Piston & Connecting Rod
          • Notes
          • Disassembly
          • Cleaning
          • Inspection
        • Piston & Cylinder Bore Fit
        • Assembling Piston & Connecting Rod
        • Checking Piston Ring Clearances
        • Piston & Connecting Rod Installation
        • Connecting Rod Side Clearance
        • Main & Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance
          • Notes
          • Plastigage Method
          • Micrometer & Telescopic Gauge Method
      • Crankshaft & Main Bearings
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Removal
        • Cleaning & Inspection
        • Installation
        • Crankshaft End Play
          • Notes
          • Dial Indicator Method
          • Feeler Gauge Method
        • Cylinder Block
          • Notes
          • Block Cleaning
          • Block Inspection
          • Cylinder Bore Inspection
          • Cylinder Honing
          • Deck Warpage
          • Deck Height
          • Main Bearing Bore & Alignment
          • Expansion Plug Removal
          • Expansion Plug Installation
          • Oil Gallery Plug Removal
          • Oil Gallery Plug Installation
      • Camshaft
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Cleaning & Inspection
        • Camshaft Bearings
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Camshaft Installation
        • Camshaft End Play
      • Timing Chains & Belts
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Timing Chains
        • Timing Belts
        • Tension Adjustment
      • Timing Gears
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Timing Gear Backlash & RUNOUT
        • Rear Main Oil Seal Installation
          • Notes
          • One-Piece Type Seal
          • Rope Type Seal
          • Split-Rubber Type Seal
      • Oil Pump
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Rotor Type
        • Gear Type
      • Break-In Procedure
        • * Please Read This First *
        • Engine Pre-Oiling
        • Initial Start-Up
        • Camshaft
        • Piston Rings
        • Final Adjustments
    • General Cooling System Service - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Description
      • Maintenance
        • Draining
        • Flushing
          • Notes
          • Radiator
          • Engine Block
        • Refilling
      • Testing
        • Thermostat
        • Pressure Testing
          • Notes
          • Radiator Cap
          • Cooling System
  • Engine Performance
    • Electrostatic Discharge Warning - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Introduction
      • Handling Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices
      • Checking Static-Sensitive Circuits/Devices
    • Engine Performance Diagnostic Routine Outline - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Where Does DRIVEABILITY Diagnosis Start?
        • Perform Basic Inspection
        • Check For Trouble Codes
        • Diagnose Symptom
        • Test System
    • Engine Performance Safety Precautions
      • Engine Performance Safety Precautions
    • Map - Engine Performance & Maintenance
      • Engine Performance And Maintenance (Including Exhaust Systems)
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
      • Engine Performance & Maintenance CHECKSHEET
      • Engine Performance And Maintenance
        • Notes
        • Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
        • Accessory Belts
        • Accessory Pulleys
        • Air Conditioning Cycling Switches
        • Air Conditioning Pressure Sensors
        • Air Ducts And Tubes
        • Air Filter Elements
        • Air Filter Gaskets
        • Air Filter Housings And Gaskets
        • Air Fuel Ratio Sensors
        • Air Injection Control Solenoids
        • Air Plenums
        • Air Pump Belts
        • Air Pumps (Electric Driven)
        • Air Tubes
        • Aspirator, Check And DECEL Valves
        • Baffles
        • Ballast Primary Supply Resistor Wires
        • Ballast Resistors And Primary Supply Resistors
        • Barometric Pressure Sensors
        • Batteries
        • Battery Cables, Wires And Connectors
        • Battery Connectors
        • Battery Trays And Hold Down Hardware
        • Battery Wires
        • Belt Idler Assemblies (Accessory And Cam Belts)
        • Belt TENSIONERS (Accessory And Cam Belt)
        • Belt-Driven Air Pumps
        • Boost Control Mechanism
        • Camshaft Position Sensors
        • Carburetors And Chokes
        • Casting Core Plugs And Expansion Plugs
        • Charge Air Coolers ""INTERCOOLERS"" (CAC)
        • Check Valves
        • Chemical Engine DECARBONIZATION
        • Chokes
        • Clutch Pedal Position Switches
        • Cold Start Injectors
        • Combustion Chamber Cleaning
        • Connectors
        • Coolant Recovery Tanks
        • Coolant
        • Cooling Fan Motor Modules
        • Cooling Fan Motor Relays And Modules
        • Cooling Fan Motor Resistors
        • Cooling Fan Motor Sensors And Switches
        • Cooling Fan Motor Switches
        • Cooling Fan Motors
        • Crankshaft Position Sensors
        • Cylinder Deactivation Solenoid
        • Cylinder Head Assemblies
        • DECEL Valves
        • Deflectors
        • Dip Stick Tubes
        • Dip Sticks And Tubes
        • Distributor Advances And Retarders (Mechanical And Vacuum)
        • Distributor Boots And Shields
        • Distributor Caps
        • Distributor Retarders (Mechanical And Vacuum)
        • Distributor Rotors
        • Distributor Shields
        • Distributors
        • Early Fuel Evaporation Valves (Heat Riser Assemblies)
        • EGR Coolers
        • EGR Exhaust Manifold Passages
        • EGR Intake And Exhaust Manifold Passages
        • EGR Plates And Coolers
        • Electronic Spark Control Modules
        • Electronic Transmission Control Devices
        • Electronic Transmission Feedback Devices
        • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensors
        • Engine Cooling Systems
        • Engine Covers (Oil Pan, Valve Cover, Timing Cover)
        • Engine DECARBONIZATION
        • Engine Oil Canisters
        • Engine Oil Coolers (External)
        • Engine Oil Drain Plugs And Gaskets
        • Engine Oil Filters And Canisters
        • Engine Oil Gaskets
        • Engine Oil Pressure Gauges (Mechanical)
        • Engine Oil
        • Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Filters
        • Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Devices
        • Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canisters
        • Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Feedback Devices
        • Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION Devices
        • Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION Feedback Devices
        • Expansion Plugs
        • Fan Control Sensor
        • Fuel Accumulators And Dampers
        • Fuel And Cold Start Injectors
        • Fuel Caps
        • Fuel Dampers
        • Fuel Delivery Check Valves
        • Fuel Distributors (BOSCH Cis)
        • Fuel Filler Necks And RESTRICTORS
        • Fuel Filters
        • Fuel Injector Cleaning
        • Fuel Injectors
        • Fuel Level Senders
        • Fuel Pressure Regulators
        • Fuel Pumps (In-Tank, External, Electrical Or Mechanical)
        • Fuel Rails
        • Fuel RESTRICTORS
        • Fuel System Cleaning Service
        • Fuel Tanks
        • Fuel
        • Gaskets
        • Grommets (Valve Cover)
        • Harmonic Dampers
        • Heater Control Valves
        • Heater Cores
        • Hose Clamps
        • Hose Connectors
        • Hose Couplers
        • Hoses And Tube Couplers, Connectors And Clamps
        • Hoses And Tubes (Fuel Lines, Radiator, Vacuum, By-Pass, Heater, Recovery Tank And Oil Coolers)
        • Housings
        • Idle Air Controls
        • Idle Speed Control Actuators
        • Ignition Boots
        • Ignition Coil Towers
        • Ignition Coils
        • Ignition Control Modules (ICM)
        • Ignition Switches
        • Ignition Terminals
        • Ignition Wires (Secondary)
        • Inertia Fuel Shut-Off Switches
        • Intake Air Temperature Sensors
        • Intake Cleaning
        • Intake Manifolds
        • In-Tank Fuel Strainers
        • INTERCOOLERS
        • Knock Sensors
        • Liquid Vapor Separators
        • Long Block Assemblies
        • Manifold Absolute Pressure (Map) Sensors
        • Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensors
        • Metal Air Manifolds And Pipes
        • Metal Air Pipes
        • Mix Control Solenoids
        • Motor Mounts
        • O2 Sensors
        • Oil Pans
        • Oil Pressure Sending Units
        • Oil Pump Pick-Up Screens
        • Oil Pumps
        • O-Rings, Gaskets, Seals And Spring Locks
        • Park Neutral Position Switches
        • PCV Breather Elements
        • PCV Orifices
        • PCV Valves
        • Pick-Up Assemblies (Includes Magnetic, Hall Effect And Optical)
        • Power Steering Pressure Sensors
        • Powertrain Control Modules (Pcm) And Prom
        • Powertrain Control Prom
        • Pressurized Expansion Tank Caps
        • Radiator / Cooling Fan Blades
        • Radiator / Cooling Fan Clutches
        • Radiator Caps And Pressurized Expansion Tank Caps
        • Radiators
        • Roll Over Valves
        • Sealing Compounds
        • Seals
        • Secondary Air Injection System Management Devices
        • Sensors
        • Short Block Assemblies
        • Shrouds, Baffles And Deflectors
        • Spark Plugs
        • Spring Locks
        • Super Chargers
        • Switches
        • Thermal Vacuum Valves
        • Thermostatic Air Door Assemblies
        • Thermostats And Housings
        • Throttle Bodies
        • Throttle Body Cleaning
        • Throttle Cables
        • Throttle Linkages And Cables
        • Throttle Position Sensors
        • Throttle Position Switches
        • Timing Belt Sprockets
        • Timing Belts
        • Timing Covers
        • Torque Struts
        • Transmission Range Switches
        • Tube Clamps
        • Tube Connectors
        • Tube Couplers
        • Tubes
        • Turbo Chargers
        • Vacuum Connections
        • Vacuum Hoses, Tubes And Connections (Non-Metallic)
        • Vacuum Regulator Solenoids
        • Vacuum Tubes
        • Valve Covers
        • Vehicle Speed Senors
        • Volume Air Flow Sensors
        • Waste Gate And Boost Control Mechanisms
        • Waste Gate Control Solenoids
        • Water Pumps (Electric)
        • Water Pumps (Non-Electric)
        • Wiring Harnesses And Connectors
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
    • Parasitic Load Explanation & Test Procedures - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • General Information
      • Testing For Parasitic Load
        • Notes
        • CHRYSLER Ignition Off Draw (IOD) Test
        • Test Procedure Using Test Switch
        • Intermittent Parasitic Load Problems
        • Diode Check & Solenoid Test
        • Quad Driver Test
    • State Emission Standards - Diesel
      • ARIZONA
      • Colorado
      • CONNECTICUT
      • IDAHO
      • KENTUCKY
      • MASSACHUSETTS
      • New YORK
      • OHIO
      • RHODE Island
      • UTAH
      • WASHINGTON
    • State Emission Standards - Gas
      • ALASKA
      • ARIZONA
      • CALIFORNIA
        • California Emission Standards ASM Tests
        • Legend
        • Pass/Fail Emission Standards = A+B / VTW
      • Colorado
      • CONNECTICUT
      • DELAWARE
      • District Of COLUMBIA
      • GEORGIA
      • IDAHO
      • ILLINOIS
      • INDIANA
      • KENTUCKY
      • MARYLAND
      • MASSACHUSETTS
      • MISSOURI
      • NEVADA
      • New Jersey
      • New MEXICO
      • New YORK
      • North CAROLINA
      • OHIO
      • OREGON
      • PENNSYLVANIA
      • RHODE Island
      • TENNESSEE
      • TEXAS
      • UTAH
      • VIRGINIA
      • WASHINGTON
      • WISCONSIN
      • U. S. EPA ASM2525 & ASM5015 Start-Up Emission Standards
      • U. S. EPA Revised Final ASM Emission Standards (ASM5015 & ASM2525)
      • U.S. EPA Im240 Emission Standards
        • Start-Up Standards
        • Final Standards
    • Waveforms - Injector Pattern Tutorial - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Purpose Of This Article
        • Notes
        • Scope Of This Article
      • Is A Lab Scope Necessary?
        • Introduction
        • Overview Of NOID Light
          • Notes
          • Use the Right Noid Light
        • Overview Of DVOM
          • Notes
          • Checking Injector Resistance
          • Checking Available Voltage At the Injector
          • Checking Injector On-Time With Built-In Function
          • Checking Injector On-Time With Dwell Or Duty
          • How A Duty Cycle Meter and Dwell Meter Work
          • Strengths of Dwell/Duty Meter
          • Weaknesses of Dwell/Duty Meter
      • The Two Types Of Injector Drivers
        • Notes
        • Overview
        • Voltage Controlled Circuit ("Saturated Switch")
        • Current Controlled Circuit ("Peak & Hold")
      • The Two Ways Injector Circuits Are Wired
      • Interpreting Injector Waveforms
        • Notes
        • Interpreting A Voltage Controlled Pattern
        • Interpreting A Current Controlled Pattern
      • Current Waveform Samples
        • Notes
        • Example #1 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #2 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #3 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #4 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #5 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #6 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #7 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #8 - Current Controlled Driver
      • Voltage Waveform Samples
        • Notes
        • Example #1 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #2 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #3 - Voltage Controlled Driver
        • Example #4 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #5 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #6 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #7 - Current Controlled Driver
        • Example #8 - Current Controlled Driver
  • Map - Exhaust Systems
    • Exhaust Systems
      • Notes
      • Map Standards Of Service
      • The Map Process - Overview
      • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
      • Catalytic Converters
      • Exhaust And Tail Pipes
      • Exhaust Connections
      • Hangers
      • Heat Risers (Mechanical EFE Devices)
      • Heat Shields
      • Manifolds (Cast And Tube Type)
      • Mechanical EFE Devices
      • Muffler Valve
      • Mufflers And Resonators
    • Reason Code Explanation
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
    • Map - Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
      • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Systems
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
        • Accumulators
        • Actuators (Electrical)
        • Actuators (Vacuum)
        • Air Conditioning Fittings
        • Air Conditioning Hoses
        • Air Conditioning Metal Lines
        • Air Control Doors
        • Air Dams (External)
        • Air Distribution System
        • Belts
        • Blend Doors
        • Blower Fans (Blower Wheel Or Squirrel Cage)
        • Blower Motors
        • Blower Resistors
        • Blower Switches
        • Cabin Air Filters
        • Circuit Breakers
        • Compressor Clutch Assemblies
        • Compressors
        • Condenser Air Seals
        • Condenser Fan Motors
        • Condensers
        • Connectors
        • Control Cables
        • Control Heads (Function Selectors)
        • Control Linkages
        • Control Modules
        • Coolant
        • Cooling Fan Blades
        • Cooling Fan Clutches
        • Cooling Fan Motors
        • Evaporator Drain Tubes
        • Evaporator Filters
        • Evaporator Pressure Regulators (EPRS)
        • Evaporators
        • Expansion Valves
        • Function Selectors
        • Fuses, Fusible Links And Circuit Breakers
        • Fusible Links
        • Gaskets
        • Heater Cases
        • Heater Control Valves
        • Heater Cores
        • Heater Hoses
        • High Pressure Relief Valves (HPRV)
        • Idlers
        • In-Line Filters
        • Metal Fittings
        • Metal Lines
        • Mix And Air Control Doors (Blend Doors)
        • ORIFACE Tubes
        • O-Rings
        • Pilot-Operated Absolutes (POAS)
        • Plenums
        • Pressure Control Valves
        • Pressure Sensors
        • Pulleys
        • Radiators
        • Receiver-DRIERS
        • Refrigerant Oil
        • Refrigerant
        • Relays
        • Seals
        • Service Ports
        • Spring Lock Couplings
        • Suction Throttling Valves (STVS)
        • Switches (Electrical)
        • TENSIONERS
        • Thermistors And Pressure Sensors
        • Thermostats And Housings
        • Vacuum Hoses And Tubes
        • Vacuum Reservoirs
        • Vacuum Tubes
        • Valves In Receiver (VIRS)
        • Water Pumps (Electric Auxiliary)
        • Wiring Harnesses And Connectors
      • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning System CHECKSHEET
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
  • Identification
    • CANADIAN Model Cross-Reference
      • * Please Read This First *
      • ACURA
      • ASUNA
      • AUDI
      • BMW
      • CHRYSLER Corp.
        • CHRYSLER
        • Dodge
        • Eagle
        • PLYMOUTH
      • General Motors
        • BUICK
        • CHEVROLET
        • GMC
        • OLDSMOBILE
        • Optima
        • PONTIAC
      • HYUNDAI
      • Jaguar
      • KIA
      • MAZDA
      • MERCEDES-BENZ
      • Mercury
      • MERKUR
      • MITSUBISHI
      • NISSAN
      • RENAULT
      • SATURN
      • Smart
      • SUBARU
      • SUZUKI
      • TOYOTA
      • VOLKSWAGEN
      • VOLVO
      • All Others
    • Transmission Application - A/T
      • Transmission
        • 1983
        • 1984
        • 1985
        • 1986
        • 1987
        • 1988
        • 1989
        • 1990
        • 1991
        • 1992
        • 1993
        • 1994
        • 1995
        • 1996
        • 1997
        • 1998
        • 1999
        • 2000
        • 2001
        • 2002
        • 2003
      • Oil Pan Gasket
  • Metric Conversions
    • Engine Displacement Conversion Table - ECAT
      • Conversion Table
    • Metric Conversions
      • Metric Conversions
        • Notes
        • Length
        • Volume
        • Torque
        • Pressure
      • Conversion Factors
  • OEM General Information
    • How To Use The Engine Performance Section
      • * Please Read This First *
      • How To Use The Engine Performance Section
      • Application
        • Notes
        • Introduction/Engine/VIN Id
      • Emission Applications
        • Notes
        • Emission Application Tables
      • Specifications
        • Notes
        • Service & Adjustment Specifications
      • Adjustment
        • Notes
        • On-Vehicle Adjustments
      • Theory & Operation
      • Testing & Diagnostics
        • Notes
        • Basic Diagnostic Procedures/Basic Testing
        • Self-Diagnostics/Tests W/Codes
        • Trouble Shooting - No Codes/Tests W/O Codes
        • System & Component Testing
      • Pin Voltage Charts
      • Sensor Range Charts
        • Notes
        • Sensor Operating Range Charts
      • Vacuum Hose Diagram(S)
      • Removal, Overhaul & Installation
      • Wiring Diagrams - Engine Performance
        • Notes
        • 2002 & Earlier
        • 2003 & Later
  • Reset Procedures
    • BARTEC TPMS Reset Procedure (Indirect TPM System)
      • BARTEC TPMS Reset Procedure (Indirect TPM System)
    • Maintenance Reminder Light (Reset Procedures)
      • Emissions Maintenance Reminder (EGR)
        • Notes
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset Procedure (EGR)
      • Emissions Maintenance Reminder (Oxygen Sensor)
        • Notes
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
      • Maintenance Service Reminder
        • Notes
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 04
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 05
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 06
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 07
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 08
          • Notes
          • Service Interval Display Reset
          • Oil Quality Adapting
          • Maximum Values Adapting
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 09
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 10
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 11
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 12
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 13
      • Tire Pressure Monitor System Reminder
        • Notes
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 04
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 05
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 06
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 07
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 08
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 09
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 10
  • Restraints
    • Air Bag Deactivation Procedures
      • AUDI
        • System Operation Check
          • Allroad, A4, A6, A8, S4, S8 & TT
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Allroad, A4, A6, A8, S4, S8 & TT
      • BMW
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Notes
          • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • HONDA
        • Notes
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Notes
          • Disabling Air Bag System (Accord)
          • Activating Air Bag System (Accord)
          • Disabling Air Bag System (Civic & Civic Si)
          • Activating Air Bag System (Civic & Civic Si)
          • Disabling Air Bag System (CR-V, Insight, Odyssey & S2000)
          • Activating Air Bag System (CR-V, Insight, Odyssey & S2000)
      • INFINITI
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Disabling Air Bag System
          • Activating Air Bag System
      • ISUZU
        • Notes
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Disabling System (Axiom, Rodeo, Rodeo Sport & Trooper)
          • Activating System (Axiom, Rodeo, Rodeo Sport & Trooper)
      • Jaguar
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • KIA
        • System Operation Check
          • All Models, Except Optima & Sedona
          • Optima & Sedona
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • Land Rover
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Disabling Air Bag System
          • Activating Air Bag System
      • LEXUS
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Notes
          • Disabling Air Bag System
          • Activating Air Bag System
      • MAZDA
        • System Operation Check
          • B Series Pickup & Tribute
          • Millenia, MPV, MX-5 Miata, Protege & 626
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Disabling System (B Series Pickup)
          • Activating System (B Series Pickup)
          • Disabling System (Tribute)
          • Activating Air Bag System (Tribute)
          • Disabling Air Bag System (Millenia, MPV, MX-5 Miata, Protege, Protege5 & 626)
          • Activating Air Bag System (Millenia, MPV, MX-5 Miata, Protege, Protege5 & 626)
      • MITSUBISHI
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • NISSAN
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • PORSCHE
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • SAAB
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • SUZUKI
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Notes
          • Disabling Air Bag System
          • Activating Air Bag System
      • TOYOTA
        • Notes
        • System Operation Check
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Notes
          • Disabling Air Bag System
          • Activating Air Bag System
      • VOLKSWAGEN
        • System Operation Check
          • Cabrio, EuroVan, Golf, GTI, Jetta, New Beetle & Passat
        • Service Precautions
        • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
          • Cabrio, EuroVan, Golf, GTI, Jetta, New Beetle & Passat
    • Air Bag/SRS Component Inspection & Replacement Tables - EUROPEAN
      • ALFA Romeo (1991-95)
      • AUDI (1989-04)
      • BMW (1986-04)
      • Jaguar (1990-04)
      • Land Rover (1995-04)
      • MERCEDES-BENZ (1986-04)
      • Mini (2002-04)
      • PORSCHE (1987-04)
      • SAAB (1989-04)
      • VOLKSWAGEN (1990-04)
      • VOLVO (1987-04)
  • Specifications Index
    • Common Specs & Procedures - B5 Platform
      • Specifications Index
    • Common Specs & Procedures - B6 Platform
      • Specifications Index
        • 1.8L (Engine Code: AMB)
        • 2.0L (Engine Codes: BGP, BWT)
        • 2.7L (2002 S4 - Engine Code: APB)
        • 3.0L (Engine Codes: AVK, BGN)
        • 3.2L (Engine Code: BKH)
        • 4.2L (Engine Codes: BHF, BNS)
  • Steering
    • Map - Steering, Suspension, Wheel Alignment, Wheels & Tires
      • Steering & Suspension Systems
        • Notes
        • Map Standards Of Service
        • The Map Process - Overview
        • The Map Process - Overview Of Service Requirements And Suggestions
      • Wheel And Tire
        • Notes
        • Tires
        • Mounting Tires
        • Vehicle Tire Placard
        • Tire Rotation
        • Wheel Lug Nut Torque & Clamping Force
        • Popular Tire Rotation Patterns
        • Wheels And Rims
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
      • Steering & Suspension CHECKSHEET
      • Wheels & Tires CHECKSHEET
      • Steering And Suspension, Wheel Alignment, Wheels And Tires
        • Notes
        • Active Handling
        • Active Suspension Control Modules
        • Active Variable Ratio Steering
        • Active Yaw Control
        • Adaptive Cruise Control
        • Advance TRAC
        • Air Bags
        • Air Ride Control Modules
        • Air Ride Suspension Torsion Springs (Counter Balancing)
        • Air Ride Suspension
        • Air Ride Tubes
        • Air Shocks And Air Struts
        • Air Spring Valves
        • Air Springs
        • Air Suspension Control Valves
        • Air Suspension DRIERS
        • Axle Acceleration Sensor
        • Ball Joints
        • Body Acceleration Sensor
        • Bushings
        • Center Links
        • Compressors
        • Continuous Damping Control
        • Control Arm Shafts
        • Control Arms
        • Control Modules
        • Distance Regulation Control Module
        • Distance Regulation Sensor
        • Drag Links
        • Dynamic Stability Control
        • Dynamic Stability Traction Control
        • Electronic Ride Control Shocks And Struts
        • Electronic Stability Control
        • Electronic Suspension System
        • Flex Couplers
        • Gaskets
        • Height Sensors
        • Hydraulic Hoses
        • Hydraulic Power Steering Pumps
        • Hydraulic Suspension Hoses
        • Hydraulic Suspension Pumps
        • Idler Arms
        • Intermediate Shaft U-Joints
        • King Pins
        • Modules
        • Pitman Arms
        • Power Steering Belts
        • Power Steering Coolers
        • Power Steering Fluid
        • Power Steering Hoses
        • Power Steering Lines (Steel)
        • Power Steering Pumps - Electric
        • Power Steering Pumps
        • Radar Sensor
        • Radius Arms
        • Relay Rods
        • Relays
        • Sensors
        • Shock Absorbers, Strut Cartridges And Strut Assemblies
        • Spindles
        • Springs, Coil, Leaf And Torsion Bars
        • STABILITRAC
        • Stability Management System
        • Steering Angle Sensor
        • Steering Arms
        • Steering Couplers
        • Steering Dampers
        • Steering Gears (Except Rack And Pinion)
        • Steering Gears, Rack And Pinion
        • Steering Knuckles
        • Strike Out Bumpers
        • Strut Bearing Plate Assemblies
        • Strut Rods
        • Suspension Pumps (Hydraulic)
        • Sway Bar Links
        • Sway Bar Mounting Bushings
        • Sway Bars
        • Switches
        • Tie Rod Ends (Inner And Outer)
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
        • Tire Pressure Sensors
        • Tires
        • Torque Sensor
        • Torsion Springs
        • Track Bar Bushings
        • Track Bars
        • Trailing Arm Bushings
        • Trailing Arms
        • Valve Stems
        • Vehicle Dynamics Control
        • Vehicle Speed Sensor
        • Vehicle Stability Assist
        • Vehicle Stability/Skid Control
        • Warning Lamps
        • Wheel Alignment
        • Wheel Attachment Hardware
        • Wheel Bearings, Races And Seals
        • Wheels (Rims)
        • Wiring Harnesses And Connectors
      • Reason Code Explanation
      • Automotive Terminology & Definitions
    • Wheel Alignment Theory & Operation - General Information
      • * Please Read This First *
      • Pre-Alignment Instructions
        • Notes
        • General Alignment Checks
      • Adjustments
        • Notes
        • Camber
        • Caster
        • Toe-In Adjustment
        • Toe-Out On Turns
        • Steering Axis Inclination
  • Traction Control Disable Procedures
    • Traction Control Disable
  • Trouble Shooting - Manual Transmission - General Information
    • * Please Read This First *
    • Introduction
• Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
  • A/C Compressor
    • Heating & Air Conditioning
      • 87 Air conditioning
        • Safety precautions
          • Safety precautions
          • Safety precautions for handling of refrigerant
          • Discharge refrigerant circuit
          • Work on refrigerant circuit
          • On vehicles with A/C systems
        • A/C system, general repair guidelines
          • A/C system, general repair guidelines
        • Refrigerant system, servicing
          • Refrigerant system, servicing
          • Component overview
          • High Pressure Sensor G65, removing and installing
          • O-ring seals for refrigerant circuit
        • Compressor, removing and installing from bracket
          • Vehicles with 4 or 6 cyl. engine (compressor drive via a belt)
            • Notes
            • Compressor, removing and installing from bracket
          • Vehicles with 8 cyl. engine (compressor drive via a shaft)
        • Belt pulley/drive unit of compressor, replacing
          • Belt pulley (version "1"), replacing
          • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "1")
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "1")
          • Belt pulley (version "2"), replacing
          • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "2")
            • Notes
            • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "2")
          • Compressor drive unit, checking, replacing
          • Compressor drive shaft, loosening and tightening
            • Notes
            • Drive shaft, loosening
            • Drive shaft, tightening
          • Compressor drive shaft, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive plate with overload protection, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Run-out of drive plate with overload protection, checking and adjusting
          • Drive plate to compressor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive plate with roller bearing, removing and installing
        • A/C system control and regulation components
          • A/C system control and regulation components
          • Components in engine compartment and rear of vehicle
          • Dust and pollen filter element, removing and installing
          • Dust and pollen filter with active-carbon-filter element
          • Air Quality Sensor G238, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
          • Air extraction vent, checking
          • Components in passenger compartment
          • Climatronic Control Module J255, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Climatronic Control Module J255, removing and installing
          • Air guide connection for glove compartment cooling, removing and installing
          • Fresh Air Blower Control Module J126 and Fresh Air Blower V2, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Left Vent Temperature Sensor G150, removing and installing
          • Right Vent Temperature Sensor G151, removing and installing
          • Evaporator Vent Temperature Sensor G263, removing and installing
          • Left Footwell Vent Temperature Sensor G261, removing and installing
          • Right Footwell Vent Temperature Sensor G262, removing and installing
          • Sunlight Photo Sensor G107, removing and installing
          • Evaporator housing drain, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Evaporator housing drain, checking
          • Adapter cable, modifying to activate positioning motors
          • Defroster Flap Motor V107, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Right Temperature Flap Motor V159, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Left Temperature Flap Motor V158, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Central Air Flap Motor V70, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Recirculation Flap Motor V113, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Air Flow Flap Motor V71, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fresh Air Intake Duct Temperature Sensor G89, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Instrument panel vents and air guides
          • Air guides in vehicle interior
          • Air distribution in air conditioner
          • Coupling element between temperature flaps "1" and "2"
          • Defroster outlet vent intermediate piece for front windshield, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Footwell vents front, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Heating core, removing and installing
          • Heat exchanger, removing
            • Notes
            • Removing
          • Heat exchanger, installing
            • Installing
        • A/C refrigerant system, testing
          • Notes
          • Checking
          • Identifying malfunctions if specified values are not obtained
            • Notes
            • Continuation of test - Pressure in refrigerant circuit increases
          • Identifying malfunctions at temperature increase behind condenser
        • A/C refrigerant system, servicing
          • A/C refrigerant system, servicing
          • A/C refrigerant system, component overview
          • Connections of refrigerant lines to the components (different versions)
          • Refrigerant lines on evaporator flange, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting
            • Installing
          • Refrigerant lines for condenser, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting
            • Installing
          • Condenser, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Restrictor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Accumulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • A/C refrigerant system, capacities
        • Compressor, removing and installing
          • Refrigerant lines on compressor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Compressor, removing and mounting (vehicles with 4 or 6-cyl. engine)
            • Removing (belt-driven compressor)
            • Installing
          • Compressor, removing and installing (vehicles with 8 cyl. engine)
            • Removing (compressor driven via a shaft)
            • Installing
          • A/C system, running after mounting compressor
        • Heating and A/C unit, removing and installing
          • Special tools and equipment
          • Removing
          • Installing
        • Heating and A/C unit, component overview
          • Heating and A/C unit, component overview
          • Heating and A/C unit
          • Heating elements and air guides, removing and installing
          • Heating and A/C unit, disassembling and assembling
          • Evaporator, removing and installing
  • General Servicing
    • Cabin Air Filter
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Cabin Air Filter
          • Notes
          • Removal (1996-2001)
          • Installation (1996-2001)
    • Refrigerant R134A - Servicing
      • 87 - Air conditioning
        • Laws and Regulations
          • Notes
          • Converting R12 Refrigerant Circuit to R134a Refrigerant Circuit and Servicing
          • Keeping Refrigerant Records
        • General Information
          • Notes
          • Introduction
          • Air Conditioning System Principles
          • Refrigerant R134a
          • Refrigerant R134a Properties
          • Refrigerant Oil
          • Air Conditioning System, Operation
          • General Work Safety
          • Product Properties
          • Refrigerant, Handling
          • Pressure Vessels, Handling
          • Safety Regulations for Working with Extraction and Charging Systems
          • R134a Safety Precautions
          • Basic Rules for Working on Refrigerant Circuit
        • Refrigerant Circuit and Components
          • Notes
          • Components
          • Refrigerant Circuit Design
          • Refrigerant Circuit Quick-Release Connections
          • Refrigerant Circuit Switches, Sensors, and Related Connections
            • Notes
            • Connections with Valve for Refrigerant Circuit Switches
            • A/C Pressure Switch F129
            • High Pressure Sensor G65
            • A/C Pressure/Temperature Sensor G395
            • A/C Compressor Regulator Valve N280
          • Refrigerant Circuit Pressures and Temperatures
          • Refrigerant Circuit with Expansion Valve
          • Refrigerant Circuit with Restrictor and Reservoir
          • Using Pressure Gauge
          • Service and Recycling Units
          • Refrigerant Circuit Repair Information
        • Refrigerant Circuit
          • Notes
          • Important Repair Notes
          • Refrigerant Circuits, Converting from R12 Refrigerant to R134a
          • Working with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Discharging with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Evacuating with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Charging with A/C Service Station
          • Air Conditioner, Starting after Charging
          • Transferring Refrigerant to Charging Cylinder or Reservoir Bottle
          • A/C Service Station, Draining
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Flushing with Compressed Air and Nitrogen
            • Notes
            • Blowing through Refrigerant Circuit
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Flushing with Refrigerant R134a
            • Notes
            • Process of flushing (process is performed automatically according to the A/C service station program)
            • Block Diagrams for Flushing Circuits
            • Adapter for Assembly of Flushing Circuits
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Determining Leaks
            • Notes
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Tracing Leaks with Electronic Leak Detector V.A.G 1796
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Locating Leaks with Leak Detection System VAS 6201
            • Leak Detection Additive, Adding with Refrigerant Circuit Charged
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Locating Leaks with UV Lamp VAS 6196/4
        • Possible Refrigerant Circuit Concerns
        • A/C Service Station, Connecting
        • Refrigerant Circuit, Checking Pressures with A/C Service Station
          • Notes
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Restrictor and Reservoir with Internally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Expansion Valve and Receiver with Internally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Restrictor, Reservoir and A/C Compressor Regulator Valve with Externally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Expansion Valve, Receiver, and A/C Compressor Regulator Valve with Externally Regulated Compressor
        • Refrigerant Circuit Components, Replacing
          • Notes
          • Leaking or Damaged Components except Compressor, Reservoir, or Receiver
          • Compressor, Replacing without Flushing Refrigerant Circuit
          • Compressor, Replacing Due to Leakage or Internal Damage
          • Receiver or Accumulator and Restrictor, Replacing after Cleaning Refrigerant Circuit
          • Receiver or Reservoir, Replacing without Flushing Refrigerant Circuit
        • Refrigerant R134a/Refrigerant Oil Capacities and Specifications
          • Notes
          • Refrigerant R134a Capacities
            • Notes
            • Capacities for Audi A2 (8Z_) from 2001
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8L_) 1997 to 2004 and Audi TT (8N_) from 1999
            • Capacities for A3 (8P_) from 2004
            • Capacities for Audi 80 (8A_/8C_), Audi Coupe (8B_), Audi Cabriolet (8G_) through 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8D_) 1995 to 2002
              • Notes
              • Distinguishing features of "Showa" and "AWG" condensers
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8E_) from 2001, Audi A4 Cabriolet (8H_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi 100/Audi A6 (4A_) through 1998
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4B_) from 1998 and Audi Allroad
              • Notes
              • Flat tube dimensions of condenser
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4F_) from 2005
            • Capacities for Audi V8 (4C_) to 1994
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4D_) 1994 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4E_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi Q7 (4L_) from 2006
          • Approved Refrigerant Oils
            • Notes
            • Refrigerant Oil Capacities
            • Capacities for Audi A2 (8Z_) from 2001
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8L_) 1997 to 2004 and Audi TT (8N_) from 1999
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8P_) from 2004
            • Capacities for Audi 80 (8A_/8C_), Audi Coupe (8B_), Audi Cabriolet (8G_)
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8D_) 1995 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8E_) from 2001, Audi A4 Cabriolet (8H_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi 100/Audi A6 (4A_) from 1998
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4B_) from 1998 and Audi Allroad
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4F_) from 2005
            • Capacities for Audi V8 (4C_) to 1994
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4D_) 1994 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4E_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi Q7 (4L_) from 2006
        • Testing Equipment, Tools and Materials
          • Notes
          • Tools and Materials Available from Regional Sales Center or Importer
          • Commercially Available Tools and Materials
          • Improvised Tools
  • HVAC Control Systems
    • Heating & Air Conditioning
      • 87 Air conditioning
        • Safety precautions
          • Safety precautions
          • Safety precautions for handling of refrigerant
          • Discharge refrigerant circuit
          • Work on refrigerant circuit
          • On vehicles with A/C systems
        • A/C system, general repair guidelines
          • A/C system, general repair guidelines
        • Refrigerant system, servicing
          • Refrigerant system, servicing
          • Component overview
          • High Pressure Sensor G65, removing and installing
          • O-ring seals for refrigerant circuit
        • Compressor, removing and installing from bracket
          • Vehicles with 4 or 6 cyl. engine (compressor drive via a belt)
            • Notes
            • Compressor, removing and installing from bracket
          • Vehicles with 8 cyl. engine (compressor drive via a shaft)
        • Belt pulley/drive unit of compressor, replacing
          • Belt pulley (version "1"), replacing
          • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "1")
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "1")
          • Belt pulley (version "2"), replacing
          • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "2")
            • Notes
            • Belt pulley, removing from compressor and reinstalling (version "2")
          • Compressor drive unit, checking, replacing
          • Compressor drive shaft, loosening and tightening
            • Notes
            • Drive shaft, loosening
            • Drive shaft, tightening
          • Compressor drive shaft, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive plate with overload protection, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Run-out of drive plate with overload protection, checking and adjusting
          • Drive plate to compressor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Drive plate with roller bearing, removing and installing
        • A/C system control and regulation components
          • A/C system control and regulation components
          • Components in engine compartment and rear of vehicle
          • Dust and pollen filter element, removing and installing
          • Dust and pollen filter with active-carbon-filter element
          • Air Quality Sensor G238, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
          • Air extraction vent, checking
          • Components in passenger compartment
          • Climatronic Control Module J255, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Climatronic Control Module J255, removing and installing
          • Air guide connection for glove compartment cooling, removing and installing
          • Fresh Air Blower Control Module J126 and Fresh Air Blower V2, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Left Vent Temperature Sensor G150, removing and installing
          • Right Vent Temperature Sensor G151, removing and installing
          • Evaporator Vent Temperature Sensor G263, removing and installing
          • Left Footwell Vent Temperature Sensor G261, removing and installing
          • Right Footwell Vent Temperature Sensor G262, removing and installing
          • Sunlight Photo Sensor G107, removing and installing
          • Evaporator housing drain, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Evaporator housing drain, checking
          • Adapter cable, modifying to activate positioning motors
          • Defroster Flap Motor V107, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Right Temperature Flap Motor V159, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Left Temperature Flap Motor V158, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Central Air Flap Motor V70, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Recirculation Flap Motor V113, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Air Flow Flap Motor V71, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Fresh Air Intake Duct Temperature Sensor G89, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Instrument panel vents and air guides
          • Air guides in vehicle interior
          • Air distribution in air conditioner
          • Coupling element between temperature flaps "1" and "2"
          • Defroster outlet vent intermediate piece for front windshield, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Footwell vents front, removing and installing
            • Removing
            • Installing
        • Heating core, removing and installing
          • Heat exchanger, removing
            • Notes
            • Removing
          • Heat exchanger, installing
            • Installing
        • A/C refrigerant system, testing
          • Notes
          • Checking
          • Identifying malfunctions if specified values are not obtained
            • Notes
            • Continuation of test - Pressure in refrigerant circuit increases
          • Identifying malfunctions at temperature increase behind condenser
        • A/C refrigerant system, servicing
          • A/C refrigerant system, servicing
          • A/C refrigerant system, component overview
          • Connections of refrigerant lines to the components (different versions)
          • Refrigerant lines on evaporator flange, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting
            • Installing
          • Refrigerant lines for condenser, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting
            • Installing
          • Condenser, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Restrictor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Accumulator, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • A/C refrigerant system, capacities
        • Compressor, removing and installing
          • Refrigerant lines on compressor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Installing
          • Compressor, removing and mounting (vehicles with 4 or 6-cyl. engine)
            • Removing (belt-driven compressor)
            • Installing
          • Compressor, removing and installing (vehicles with 8 cyl. engine)
            • Removing (compressor driven via a shaft)
            • Installing
          • A/C system, running after mounting compressor
        • Heating and A/C unit, removing and installing
          • Special tools and equipment
          • Removing
          • Installing
        • Heating and A/C unit, component overview
          • Heating and A/C unit, component overview
          • Heating and A/C unit
          • Heating elements and air guides, removing and installing
          • Heating and A/C unit, disassembling and assembling
          • Evaporator, removing and installing
    • Refrigerant R134A - Servicing
      • 87 - Air conditioning
        • Laws and Regulations
          • Notes
          • Converting R12 Refrigerant Circuit to R134a Refrigerant Circuit and Servicing
          • Keeping Refrigerant Records
        • General Information
          • Notes
          • Introduction
          • Air Conditioning System Principles
          • Refrigerant R134a
          • Refrigerant R134a Properties
          • Refrigerant Oil
          • Air Conditioning System, Operation
          • General Work Safety
          • Product Properties
          • Refrigerant, Handling
          • Pressure Vessels, Handling
          • Safety Regulations for Working with Extraction and Charging Systems
          • R134a Safety Precautions
          • Basic Rules for Working on Refrigerant Circuit
        • Refrigerant Circuit and Components
          • Notes
          • Components
          • Refrigerant Circuit Design
          • Refrigerant Circuit Quick-Release Connections
          • Refrigerant Circuit Switches, Sensors, and Related Connections
            • Notes
            • Connections with Valve for Refrigerant Circuit Switches
            • A/C Pressure Switch F129
            • High Pressure Sensor G65
            • A/C Pressure/Temperature Sensor G395
            • A/C Compressor Regulator Valve N280
          • Refrigerant Circuit Pressures and Temperatures
          • Refrigerant Circuit with Expansion Valve
          • Refrigerant Circuit with Restrictor and Reservoir
          • Using Pressure Gauge
          • Service and Recycling Units
          • Refrigerant Circuit Repair Information
        • Refrigerant Circuit
          • Notes
          • Important Repair Notes
          • Refrigerant Circuits, Converting from R12 Refrigerant to R134a
          • Working with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Discharging with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Evacuating with A/C Service Station
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Charging with A/C Service Station
          • Air Conditioner, Starting after Charging
          • Transferring Refrigerant to Charging Cylinder or Reservoir Bottle
          • A/C Service Station, Draining
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Flushing with Compressed Air and Nitrogen
            • Notes
            • Blowing through Refrigerant Circuit
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Flushing with Refrigerant R134a
            • Notes
            • Process of flushing (process is performed automatically according to the A/C service station program)
            • Block Diagrams for Flushing Circuits
            • Adapter for Assembly of Flushing Circuits
          • Refrigerant Circuit, Determining Leaks
            • Notes
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Tracing Leaks with Electronic Leak Detector V.A.G 1796
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Locating Leaks with Leak Detection System VAS 6201
            • Leak Detection Additive, Adding with Refrigerant Circuit Charged
            • Refrigerant Circuit, Locating Leaks with UV Lamp VAS 6196/4
        • Possible Refrigerant Circuit Concerns
        • A/C Service Station, Connecting
        • Refrigerant Circuit, Checking Pressures with A/C Service Station
          • Notes
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Restrictor and Reservoir with Internally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Expansion Valve and Receiver with Internally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Restrictor, Reservoir and A/C Compressor Regulator Valve with Externally Regulated Compressor
          • Pressure Checking, Vehicles with Expansion Valve, Receiver, and A/C Compressor Regulator Valve with Externally Regulated Compressor
        • Refrigerant Circuit Components, Replacing
          • Notes
          • Leaking or Damaged Components except Compressor, Reservoir, or Receiver
          • Compressor, Replacing without Flushing Refrigerant Circuit
          • Compressor, Replacing Due to Leakage or Internal Damage
          • Receiver or Accumulator and Restrictor, Replacing after Cleaning Refrigerant Circuit
          • Receiver or Reservoir, Replacing without Flushing Refrigerant Circuit
        • Refrigerant R134a/Refrigerant Oil Capacities and Specifications
          • Notes
          • Refrigerant R134a Capacities
            • Notes
            • Capacities for Audi A2 (8Z_) from 2001
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8L_) 1997 to 2004 and Audi TT (8N_) from 1999
            • Capacities for A3 (8P_) from 2004
            • Capacities for Audi 80 (8A_/8C_), Audi Coupe (8B_), Audi Cabriolet (8G_) through 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8D_) 1995 to 2002
              • Notes
              • Distinguishing features of "Showa" and "AWG" condensers
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8E_) from 2001, Audi A4 Cabriolet (8H_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi 100/Audi A6 (4A_) through 1998
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4B_) from 1998 and Audi Allroad
              • Notes
              • Flat tube dimensions of condenser
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4F_) from 2005
            • Capacities for Audi V8 (4C_) to 1994
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4D_) 1994 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4E_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi Q7 (4L_) from 2006
          • Approved Refrigerant Oils
            • Notes
            • Refrigerant Oil Capacities
            • Capacities for Audi A2 (8Z_) from 2001
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8L_) 1997 to 2004 and Audi TT (8N_) from 1999
            • Capacities for Audi A3 (8P_) from 2004
            • Capacities for Audi 80 (8A_/8C_), Audi Coupe (8B_), Audi Cabriolet (8G_)
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8D_) 1995 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A4 (8E_) from 2001, Audi A4 Cabriolet (8H_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi 100/Audi A6 (4A_) from 1998
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4B_) from 1998 and Audi Allroad
            • Capacities for Audi A6 (4F_) from 2005
            • Capacities for Audi V8 (4C_) to 1994
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4D_) 1994 to 2002
            • Capacities for Audi A8 (4E_) from 2003
            • Capacities for Audi Q7 (4L_) from 2006
        • Testing Equipment, Tools and Materials
          • Notes
          • Tools and Materials Available from Regional Sales Center or Importer
          • Commercially Available Tools and Materials
          • Improvised Tools
• Maintenance
  • Procedures
    • Maintenance Procedures
      • 01 - Maintenance
        • Engine overview
        • Delivery inspection
          • Delivery inspection
        • Oil change service
          • Oil change service
        • Inspection service
          • Inspection service
        • Description of work
          • All switches, all electrical components, all displays and other operating elements: Checking function
          • Final drive (automatic transmission): Check oil level, add oil if necessary
            • Automatic transmission
            • Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) transmission
          • Battery: Check
            • Battery with "magic eye"
            • Battery sealing plugs
            • Valve-regulated lead acid battery or absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery
          • Battery: No load voltage, checking before starting engine for the first time
            • Necessary test equipment
          • Battery: Ensure battery cable fits securely
          • Battery: Perform battery load test
            • Notes
            • Special tools, testers, and measuring equipment
            • Perform battery load test
            • Tester display during battery load test
          • Brake system: Visual inspection for leaks and damage
          • Brake pads: Checking thickness
          • Tires: Checking condition, wear pattern and tread depth and adjusting tire pressure.
            • Tires, checking
            • Delivery inspection
            • Inspection service
            • Checking tire wear pattern
            • Check tread depth.
            • Tire pressure, adjusting
            • Spare wheel
          • Brake fluid level, dependent on lining wear: Check
            • Notes
            • Delivery inspection
            • Inspection service
          • Brake fluid: Changing
            • Special tools, testers, and measuring equipment
            • Vehicles with manual transmission:
            • Continued for all vehicles:
            • Table - Sequence / quantity of brake fluid
          • Set digital clock
            • Notes
            • Radio clock
            • Quartz clock
          • Electric windows: Check positioning
          • DTC memory: Retrieving with VAS 5051/ 5052
          • Check vehicle key function
          • Front axle joints: Seal boots, checking play and secure fit.
          • Noise insulation: Removing
            • Vehicles with auxiliary heater:
            • All:
          • Power steering: Check for leaks and fluid level, top off power steering fluid, if necessary
          • Rear lid hinges: Lubricate
          • Calibrate rearview mirror with compass
          • Instrument cluster: Adapt language version
          • A/C system: Check function, set temperature to 72 F (22 C)
          • Cooling system: Check freeze protection, add coolant, if necessary
          • Ribbed belt: Replacing
            • 8-cyl. 5V engines 4.2L
          • Air cleaner: Clean air filter housing and replace filter
            • Notes
            • 4-cyl. 2.0L TFSI engines
            • 4-cyl. 1.8L 5V Turbo engines:
            • 6-cyl. 3.0L engines
            • 6-cyl. 3.2L engines
            • 8-cyl. 4.2L MPI engines
            • 8-cyl. 4.2L engines (RS4)
          • Hood catch: lubricating
          • Engine cover: Removing
          • Engine (from above and below) and engine compartment: Visual inspection for leaks and damage
          • Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) 01J: Changing ATF
          • Engine oil: Drain/extract, replace oil filter
            • Notes
            • 4-cyl. gasoline engines
            • 4-cyl. TFSI engines
              • Notes
              • Oil Filter/Oil Drain Plug Torque Specifications
            • 6-cyl. 3.2L FSI gasoline engines
            • 8-cyl. 4.2L MPI gasoline engines
            • 8-cyl. 4.2L FSI gasoline engines, RS4
          • Engine oil: Fill
          • Engine: Oil level, checking
          • Navigation: Eject button, unlocking
          • Test drive: Perform
          • Wheel bolts: Tighten to correct torque setting
            • Center cap
            • Wheel bolts
            • Correct wheel installation
          • Radio: Activate anti-theft coding by entering security code
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System: Programming tire pressures
          • Tire repair kit: Checking
          • Windshield washer system: Checking nozzle setting, adjusting nozzles if necessary
            • Necessary special tools
            • Windshield spray jet setting
            • Rear window spray jet setting
          • Headlamp washer system: Check spray jet setting.
          • Windshield wiper blades: Checking park position
            • Front windshield wiper blade park position
            • Wiper blade park position, rear window
          • Service interval display: resetting or adapting
            • Notes
            • Service display, resetting
            • Oil quality, adapting
            • Maximum values, adapting
            • Service display, resetting without VAS 5051/5052
          • Windshield/headlamp wiper system: Filling with fluid
          • Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519: coding
          • Dust and pollen filter: Replacing
          • Sunroof: Check function, clean guide rails and spray on lubricant spray
          • Manual transmission/final drive: Check oil level, add oil if necessary
          • Headlamps: Check setting, adjust if necessary
            • Notes
            • Check and adjustment conditions
            • Headlamps, checking adjustment (with new test screen without 15 ° setting line)
            • Headlamps, adjusting
            • Fog lights:
          • Deactivate transport mode
          • Door arrester and lock cylinder: Lubricate
          • Plenum chamber cover: Removing
          • Telematics: Emergency battery, replacing
            • Notes
            • Note before disconnecting battery.
          • Transport protection: Remove front and rear strut transportation protection devices
            • Notes
            • Front strut
            • Rear strut
          • Underbody protection: Visual inspection for damage
          • Winter tires from factory
          • Timing belt: Replacing
            • 4-cyl. 5V engines 1.8L Turbo
            • 4-cyl. 5V engines 2.0L
            • 4-cyl. 4V engines 2.0L TFSI
            • 6-cyl. 5V engines 3.0L;
            • Toothed belt change, filling out sticker - all
          • Spark plugs: Replacing
            • Necessary special tools
            • 4-cyl. 5V engines 1.8L Turbo:
            • 4-cyl. 5V engines 2.0L and 2.0L TFSI
            • 6-cyl. engines 3.0L and 3.2L FSI:
            • 8-cyl. engines 4.2L MPI
            • 8-cyl. engines 4.2L (RS4)
          • Headlights: Aiming using Hella Universal Beamsetter IV
          • RAPGARD: Inspection, removal and disposal
        • Type plate / Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
          • Type plate / Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
        • Vehicle, lifting
          • Vehicle, lifting
        • Tow starting/towing
          • Tow starting/towing
        • Vehicle checks within inspection and service framework
          • Vehicle checks within inspection and service framework
    • Maintenance Reminder Light (Reset Procedures)
      • Emissions Maintenance Reminder (EGR)
        • Notes
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset Procedure (EGR)
      • Emissions Maintenance Reminder (Oxygen Sensor)
        • Notes
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • Emissions Maintenance Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
      • Maintenance Service Reminder
        • Notes
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 04
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 05
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 06
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 07
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 08
          • Notes
          • Service Interval Display Reset
          • Oil Quality Adapting
          • Maximum Values Adapting
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 09
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 10
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 11
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 12
        • Maintenance Service Reminder Reset - Procedure 13
      • Tire Pressure Monitor System Reminder
        • Notes
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 01
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 02
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 03
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 04
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 05
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 06
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 07
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 08
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 09
        • TPMS Reminder Reset - Procedure 10
• Restraints
  • Air Bag, SRS
    • Air Bag Restraint Systems
      • Description & Operation
      • Component Locations
      • Servicing
      • System Operation Check
      • Air Bag Safety Precautions
      • Adjustments
        • Centering Spiral Spring
      • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • Disposal Procedures
        • Deployed Air Bags Or Seat Belt PRETENSIONER
        • UNDEPLOYED Air Bags Or Seat Belt PRETENSIONER
        • Scrapped Vehicle
      • Post-Collision Inspection
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Air Bag Control Module
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Driver-Side Air Bag Module
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Front Air Bag Impact (Crash) Sensors
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Head Air Bag Module
          • Removal (Sedan)
          • Installation
          • Removal (Wagon)
        • Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Rear Seat Assembly
          • Removal & Installation (With Folding Seat Back)
          • Removal & Installation (With Fixed Seat Back)
        • Seat Belt PRETENSIONERS
          • Removal (Front)
          • Installation
          • Removal (Rear)
        • Side Air Bag Impact (Crash) Sensors
          • Removal (Front)
          • Installation
          • Removal (Rear)
        • Side Air Bag Module
          • Notes
          • Removal (Front)
          • Installation
          • Removal (Rear)
        • Spiral Spring
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Steering Wheel
          • Removal
          • Installation
      • Diagnostics
        • Notes
        • On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System
          • Notes
          • Connecting Scan Tool
          • Checking & Erasing DTC Memory
          • Coding AIR Bag Control Module
      • Diagnostic Tests
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wiring Diagrams
    • Air Bag/SRS Component Inspection & Replacement Tables - EUROPEAN
      • ALFA Romeo (1991-95)
      • AUDI (1989-04)
      • BMW (1986-04)
      • Jaguar (1990-04)
      • Land Rover (1995-04)
      • MERCEDES-BENZ (1986-04)
      • Mini (2002-04)
      • PORSCHE (1987-04)
      • SAAB (1989-04)
      • VOLKSWAGEN (1990-04)
      • VOLVO (1987-04)
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
    • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
      • 01 On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Body On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information
        • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
          • VAS 5051 Scan Tool (ST), connecting
        • Airbag System (with side airbag) from model year 2002, On Board Diagnosis (OBD)
          • OBD in Guided Fault Finding using VAS 5051 scan tool
        • Driver's seat adjustment with memory, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
          • General information
          • Check DTC Memory (function 02)
          • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
            • DTCs VAG 00466 to 65535
          • Check Control Module Versions (function 01)
          • Code Control Module (function 07)
          • Read Measuring Value Block (function 08)
          • Measuring value block overview
            • Measuring value block 001
            • Display value table
            • Measuring value block 002
            • Measuring value block 003
            • Measuring value block 004
            • Measuring value block 005
            • Measuring value block 006
            • Measuring value block 007
            • Measuring value block 008
            • Measuring value block 009
            • Measuring value block 010
            • Measuring value block 011
            • Measuring value block 080
            • Measured value block 081
            • Measuring value block 125
            • Measuring value block 126
          • Seat control element, basic setting
            • Notes
            • Matching new remote control keys
          • Adaptation (function 10)
          • Erasing DTC memory
          • End output (function 06)
  • Passive Restraints
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (68-Interior Equipment - 70-Interior Trim)
      • 68 - Interior equipment
        • Storage compartments and covers
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Glove compartment lock, removing and installing
          • Glove compartment cover, removing and installing
          • Brake for glove compartment cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Glove compartment, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
          • Handle for glove compartment lock, removing and installing (vehicles with knee bolster)
          • Drivers side storage compartment (with and without knee bolster), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Auxiliary speaker, removing
          • Instrument panel cover, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Support bracket for center armrest, removing and installing
          • Create cutout for armrest
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Center console storage compartment, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Shift cover and shifter boot, removing and installing
          • Navigation control head in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.04)
          • Cigarette lighter in center console, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.04)
          • Footwell trim, removing and installing
          • Parking brake lever handle, removing and installing
          • Trim of parking brake lever, removing and installing
          • Cellular phone holder in center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for cellular phone holder on center console, drilling
          • Telephone receiver cradle on center console, removing and installing
          • Holes for telephone handset holder on center console, drilling
          • Instrument panel center section, removing and installing
          • Cupholder and storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Front ashtray, removing and installing
          • Rear ashtray, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Switch mount, removing and installing
        • Rearview mirror
          • Rearview mirror with fixed base, removing and installing
          • Rearview mirror, removing (Automatic-dimming mirror, rearview mirror with compass)
          • Automatic day/night rearview mirror function, testing
            • Test requirements
            • Test sequence
          • Rearview mirror with compass, calibrating
            • Notes
            • New compass, calibrating
            • Calibration of an already existing compass
            • Zone adjustment
          • Rearview mirror retaining plate, bonding
            • Repair method with glass-metal adhesive
            • Work procedure
      • 69 - Passenger protection - Airbags, Seat belts
        • Seat belts
          • Pyrotechnic belt tensioners, safety and handling instructions
          • Caring for pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Disposing of pyrotechnic belt tensioners
          • Seat belts - anchorage points (overview)
          • Three-point seat belt with belt height adjuster, removing and installing
          • Belt buckle anchorage point
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) passenger airbag deactivation belt latch (USA only), replacing
          • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
          • Rear three-point seat belt, removing and installing
          • Right and left rear belt guide piece, removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (fixed rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Third rear three-point seat belt (folding rear seat backrest), removing and installing
          • Center floor assembly anchorage points
          • Rear seat child seat anchorage (Sedan)
          • Child seat anchorage bracket (Avant), removing and installing
        • LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children bracket, removing and installing
          • Front LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, removing and installing
        • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts, inspecting
          • Seat belts
            • Check belt webbing
            • Check retractor (locking function)
            • Visually check belt latch
            • Check belt latch function
            • Check belt guides and locking tongue
            • Check securing components and anchorage points
          • Checking child seat anchorage function for supplemental child seats (not for drivers seat belt)
          • Checking belt holding sensor for rear three-point seatbelt with belt tensioner
        • Airbag safety precautions
          • Airbag system, general safety precautions
          • Side airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Side curtain airbag, additional safety precautions
          • Additional safety precautions for working on Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA only)
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), passenger airbag deactivation procedure after a crash (USA only)
          • Airbag units, replacing after an accident
          • Testing of anchoring components after an accident
          • Accident where airbag did not deploy
          • Caring for pyrotechnic airbag units
          • Disposing of airbag units
        • Servicing airbag
          • Location overview
          • Airbag control module -J234-, removing and installing
          • Battery Interrupt Igniter N253, removing and installing (depending on vehicle equipment)
        • Driver airbag, servicing
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (standard steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (sport steering wheel)
          • Airbag unit, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Steering wheel, removing and installing (multi-function steering wheel)
          • Return spring with slip ring, removing and installing
        • Passenger airbag, servicing
          • Passenger airbag, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect airbag connector
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2003)
          • Front Passenger s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp K145, removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2003)
        • Side airbags, servicing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (top-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Driver Side Airbag Igniter N199 and Front Passenger Side Airbag Igniter N200 (normal seat, power seat, interior-mounted airbag), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (non-foldable backrest), removing and installing
          • Rear side airbag (foldable backrest), removing and installing
        • Side curtain airbag, servicing
          • Side curtain airbag (Sedan), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Side curtain airbag fastener to B-pillar
            • Disconnect side curtain airbag connector
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Side curtain airbag (Avant), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Version 1
            • Version 2
            • Side curtain airbag connector, disconnecting
        • Airbag crash sensors, servicing
          • Front airbag crash sensor, removing and installing
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag, removing and installing (vehicles up to 10.2004)
          • Precautionary measures for handling crash sensors (pressure sensors) for front side airbag (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for front side airbag (pressure sensors), removing and installing (vehicles from 11.2004)
          • Crash sensor for rear side airbag (side curtain airbag), removing and installing
        • Seat belt latch detection
          • Seat belt latch detection
        • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS) (USA), servicing
          • Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS), removing and installing
      • 70 - Interior trim
        • Front door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Front door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Armrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning lights and footwell lighting, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
        • Rear door trim
          • Component locations, overview
          • Rear door trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengage release
            • Connector on window regulator control module
            • Door trim securing clip
          • Power window switch, removing and installing
          • Manual window crank, removing and installing
          • Armrest, removing and installing
          • Door trim wiring harness overview
          • Door warning light, removing and installing
          • Bass speaker, removing and installing
          • Treble speaker, removing and installing
          • Interior door mechanism, removing and installing
          • Sun shade for door window, removing and installing
          • Retaining clips for sun shade, removing and installing
        • Instrument panel
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing light switch and headlight beam adjuster
            • Removing upper trim for steering column switch
            • Removing photo sensor
            • Removing center defroster vent
            • Removing instrument panel speaker
            • Disconnecting harness connectors for vent temperature sensor
            • Removing left instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for left exterior instrument panel
            • Removing right instrument panel cover
            • Removing mount for right exterior instrument panel
            • Removing driver-side instrument panel mount
            • Removing center instrument panel mount
            • Installing
          • Left instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Right instrument panel trim, removing and installing
          • Left and right instrument panel vents, removing and installing
          • Center instrument panel vent, removing and installing
        • Central tube, removing and installing
          • Component locations, overview
          • Instrument panel central tube, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Sedan)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Roof trim (Avant)
          • Sun visor, removing and installing
          • Center sun visor, removing and installing
          • Headliner, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect electrical connectors
          • Wiring harness routing on rear side or molded headliner
          • Roof grab handle, removing and installing
        • Trim (Sedan)
          • Upper A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Lower A-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Foot rest and foot rest bracket, removing and installing
            • Foot rest, removing and installing
            • Foot rest bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper B-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Installing upper B pillar trim in belt height adjuster
          • Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Roof end trim, removing and installing
          • Wheelhousing trim, removing and installing
          • Rear shelf, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Electrical sun shade threaded connection in luggage compartment
          • Electrical sun shade on rear window, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Emergency release handle, removing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment side trim, removing and installing
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear panel sill, removing and installing
          • Dirt tray, removing and installing
          • Luggage compartment floor mat, removing and installing
          • Floor covering, removing and installing
        • Trim, Avant
          • C-pillar trim, removing and installing
          • Trim above rear door, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • D-pillar trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Partition grille lifting eyes, loosening
          • Roof panel trim, removing and installing
          • Rear lid trim, removing and installing
            • Lower lid trim, removing and installing
              • Notes
              • Lower trim, disengaging from retainer
            • Upper lid trim, removing and installing
          • Side luggage compartment trim
          • Base bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear power outlet, removing
          • Partition grille, removing and installing
          • Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing
          • Storage area floor, removing and installing
          • Cargo tray, removing and installing
          • Tie-down console
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
    • Body Interior - Except Cabriolet (72-Seat-Frames & 74-Seats-Upholstery, Covers)
      • 72 - Seat - Frames
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
            • Rear front seat rail cover, removing and installing
            • Seat belt anchor, removing and installing
            • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Tunnel-side backrest trim, removing and installing
            • Removing and installing backrest panel on door sill side
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
        • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (standard seat), removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest (standard seat), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Backrest adjustment wheel, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Side trim (sill side), removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Storage compartment, disassembling
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
            • Storage compartment, assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, removing and installing - up to 06.06
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Front seat (standard seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles up to 10.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment or malfunctioning control module, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with bolted upper part of seat (older version), replacing
          • Electrical height adjuster on seats with upper part of seat laser-welded to seat rail (new version), replacing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front seats (power seat with memory) - vehicles from 11.04
          • Front power seats with memory, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Connector assignment for coupling station
          • Modular wiring routing, vehicles from 08.05, assembly overview
          • Modular wiring routing with corrugated tubing on front seat
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, vehicles without modular wiring routing through 08.05, disconnecting
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Backrest, replacing
          • Seat pan, replacing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control Module for memory seat, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing - vehicles through 06.06
          • Passenger side storage compartment, assembly overview - vehicles from 06.06
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
          • Seat cushion extension, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumber support, vehicles up to 06.06 or from 11.06, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
          • Front seat (electric memory seat) without active head restraint system, vehicles from 06.06 or from 11.06, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles through 10.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat with faulty control module or seat fore-aft adjustment motor, removing
          • Front seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Rear seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting connections
          • Airbag Adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Side panels on door sill side, removing and installing
          • Tunnel-side side trim, removing and installing
          • Drawer, removing and installing
          • Guide for side airbag, removing and installing
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Removing mount for motor for backrest adjustment
            • Preparing backrest adjustment motor
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
          • Backrest frame, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support motors, removing and installing
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Rear footwell lighting, removing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat wiring harness location
          • Backrest wiring assignment
          • Wiring harness for backrest, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Front Recaro seats, vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Front seat with malfunctioning control module or malfunctioning motor for seat fore-aft adjustment, removing
          • Seat rail covers, removing and installing
          • Disconnecting harness connectors
          • Airbag adapter VAS 6036, connecting
          • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Front backrest, removing and installing
          • Sill and tunnel side trim panels, assembly overview
          • Sill side trim and assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Assembly cover, removing and installing
            • Front and rear sill side trim, removing and installing
          • Tunnel side trim panel, removing and installing
          • Sill side trim retaining bracket, assembly overview
          • Front retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Rear retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper retaining bracket, removing and installing
          • Drawer, vehicles through 06.06, removing and installing
          • Passenger side storage compartment, vehicles from 06.06, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, removing and installing
          • Storage compartment individual parts, assembly overview
          • Storage compartment, disassembling and assembling
            • Notes
            • Remove trim
            • Handle with locking mechanism, removing
            • Insert, removing
            • Inner part, removing from outer part
          • Seat adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Four-way lumbar support switch, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Longitudinal seat adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, assembly overview
          • Drivers Seat Height Adjustment Motor V245 or V246, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment toothed segment, removing and installing
          • Motor for seat tilt adjustment, removing and installing
          • Backrest adjustment motor, removing and installing
          • Seat surface extension, removing and installing
          • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Footwell cover retaining strip, loosening
          • Four-way lumbar support, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Secure four-way lumbar support with assembly aid and secure plastic film to four-way lumbar support
            • Four-way lumbar support with backrest frame, riveting
          • Four-way lumbar support positioning motors, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnecting electrical harness connector and disengaging retaining bracket at actuator
          • Headrest with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Spring mat with wiring harness in seat pan, removing and installing
          • Seat pan, assembly overview
          • Seat pan, disassembling and assembling
          • Recaro front seats without active head restraint system, assembly overview
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrests
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing backrest cover
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing four-way lumbar support adjusting motors
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing headrest guides
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, removing and installing cover with upholstery
          • Backrest without active head restraint system, separating cover from upholstery
        • Front RS sport seat
          • Seat, removing and installing
          • Seat rail cover, removing and installing
          • Electrical harness connectors, disconnecting
          • Connector housing with terminal resistance for side airbag
          • Side panels, removing and installing
          • Hand wheel for backrest adjustment, removing and installing
          • Seat height adjustment handle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Preparing assist tool to remove seat height adjusting handle
            • Retaining clamp installation position
          • Lumbar support adjustment switch, removing and installing
          • Backrest bolster inflation adjustment button and bolster inflation adjustment button, removing and installing
          • Control module, removing and installing
          • Front seat backrest and seat pan, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disconnect relay socket, disconnect harness connectors and pneumatic hose
            • Disengaging actuating link for seat fore/aft adjustment
          • Seat height adjustment unit, removing and installing
          • Backrest covers, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Backrest cover, removing and installing
            • Outer part of belt guide, removing and installing
          • Pneumatic block - component assignment
        • Rear seats
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles up to 10.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • Seatbench, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
            • Notes
            • Side airbag cable connector
            • Replacing mountings
          • 1/3 backrest, removing and installing
          • 2/3 right backrest, removing and installing
          • Center armrest, removing and installing
          • Rear seat side padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag connector, disconnecting
          • Center bracket, removing and installing
          • Outer backrest fitting, removing and installing
          • Headrests - component overview
          • Headrest with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Headrests without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Fixed backrest, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Side airbag wiring connector, disconnecting
            • Replacing mountings
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Rear seat bench, removing and installing
      • 74 - Seats - Upholstery, Covers
        • Front seat covers and upholstery
          • Seating area cover and upholstery, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Cover for LATCH "Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children" bracket, cutting
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Grip channels and plastic clips, removing and installing
          • Footwell light, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
            • Seat heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front seat covers and upholstery (seat memory, electrical seat adjustment)
          • Cover and upholstery for seat pan, removing and installing (standard seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for seat pan, removing and installing (sport seat)
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Cover and cushion for backrest, removing and installing (sport seat, standard seat)
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, vehicles through 10.04, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing - vehicles from 11.04
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (standard seat)
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing (sports seat)
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Front Recaro seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from seat pan
            • Separating seat cushion extension from cover and cushion
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Headrest guides, removing and installing
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
            • Backrest heating element (glued in), removing and installing
          • Cover and upholstery for headrests with slide in locking mechanism, removing and installing
        • Seat cushion and cover of front RS sport seat
          • Seat pan cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Disengaging flap with air cushion for seat bolster inflation adjustment
          • Backrest cover and padding, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Pry grip channel for backrest cover out of guide
            • Disengaging flap for backrest bolster inflation adjustment
          • Seat heating element, removing and installing
          • Backrest heating element, removing and installing
        • Rear seat covers and upholstery
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
          • Cover and cushion for solid rear backrest, removing and installing
            • Separating cover and upholstery from backrest frame
            • Separating cover from upholstery
          • Divided backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 1/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • 2/3 backrest cover and upholstery, removing and installing
            • Check points after complete backrest installation
            • Lock cylinder, removing and installing
          • Headrest guides with insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Outer headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Inner headrest guides without insertion lock, removing and installing
          • Frame for ski sack, removing and installing (foldable rear seat)
          • Ski sack, removing and installing (folding rear seat backrest)
          • Ski sack cover, cutting out (non-folding seat)
        • Rear Recaro seats
          • Seat bench cover and upholstery, removing and installing
• Steering
  • Manual Steering
    • Steering System - Power
      • Description & Operation
      • Component Locations
      • Lubrication
        • Fluid Type
        • Fluid Level Check
        • Steering System Bleeding
      • Adjustments
        • Power Steering Pump Belt
        • Steering Play
      • Trouble Shooting
        • Preliminary Checks
      • Testing
        • Hydraulic System Inspection
        • Power Steering Pump Test
          • Notes
          • 3.0L V6
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Power Steering Pump
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Power Steering Reservoir
        • Steering Gear
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Tie Rods
          • Removal
      • Overhaul
      • Torque Specifications
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Power Steering
    • Steering System - Power
      • Description & Operation
      • Component Locations
      • Lubrication
        • Fluid Type
        • Fluid Level Check
        • Steering System Bleeding
      • Adjustments
        • Power Steering Pump Belt
        • Steering Play
      • Trouble Shooting
        • Preliminary Checks
      • Testing
        • Hydraulic System Inspection
        • Power Steering Pump Test
          • Notes
          • 3.0L V6
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Power Steering Pump
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Power Steering Reservoir
        • Steering Gear
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Tie Rods
          • Removal
      • Overhaul
      • Torque Specifications
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Steering Column
    • Steering Columns
      • Description
      • Operation
      • Component Locations
      • Service Precautions
      • Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
      • Trouble Shooting
        • Preliminary Inspection
        • System Operation Check
          • Notes
          • Height Adjustment
          • Longitudinal Adjustment
          • Steering Column Adjustment Memory
          • Ingress Aid
      • Component Tests
        • Locking Cable Functional Test
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Lock Cylinder
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (S4, 2001 A4)
        • Steering Column
          • Notes
          • Removal (S4, 2001 A4)
          • Installation (S4, 2001 A4)
        • Steering Column Switch
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (S4, 2001 A4)
        • Steering Wheel
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
      • Overhaul
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wiring Diagrams
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Steering Gear
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
• Suspension
  • Electronic Suspension
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Front Suspension
    • Suspension - Front
      • Identification
        • Identifying Vehicle Suspension
      • Description
        • Front Suspension
        • Suspension Modification (Stop Plates)
        • Vehicles With Gas Discharge Headlights
      • Adjustments
        • Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures
        • Wheel Bearing
      • Inspection
        • Ball Joint Checking
      • On-Vehicle Service
        • Service Precautions
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Lower Guide Link
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Lower Guide Link Bushings
        • Lower Track Control Link
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Lower Track Control Link Bushings
        • Mounting Bracket
          • Removal
          • Installation
        • Stabilizer Bar & Bushings
          • Removal & Installation
        • Strut Assembly
          • Removal
          • Disassembly & Reassembly
          • Installation
        • Strut Cartridge
          • Removal & Installation
        • SUBFRAME & SUBFRAME Bushings
          • Removal
          • Subframe Bushings
          • Installation
        • Upper Control Arms & Bushings
          • Removal & Installation
        • Wheel Bearings (Wheel Bearing Housing Removed From Vehicle)
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Wheel Bearing Housing
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
      • Torque Specifications
        • Notes
        • Ribbed Bolt IDENTIFCATION
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Rear Suspension
    • Suspension - Rear, AWD
      • Description
        • Notes
        • Suspension Weight Codes
      • Adjustments & Inspection
        • Headlight Range Control
        • Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • Axle Shaft
        • Headlight Range Control
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Lower Control Arm
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Disassembly (Rear Inner Bushing)
          • Reassembly (Rear Inner Bushing)
          • Disassembly & Reassembly (Front Inner Bushing)
          • Installation
        • Rear SUBFRAME
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
          • Disassembly (Front Bushing)
          • Reassembly (Front Bushing)
          • Disassembly (Rear Bushing)
          • Reassembly (Rear Bushing)
        • Strut Assembly & Upper Control Arm
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Disassembly
          • Reassembly
          • Installation
        • Upper Control Arm (Forged)
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
          • Disassembly
          • Reassembly
        • Upper Control Arm (Stamped Steel)
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
          • Disassembly
          • Reassembly
        • Wheel Bearing Housing
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Lower Bushing Replacement
          • Wheel Bearing Replacement
          • Wheel Hub Replacement
          • Wheel Bearing Inner Bearing Replacement
          • Installation
      • Torque Specifications
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Suspension Control Systems
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Wheel Alignment
    • Specifications & Procedures
      • Identification
        • Vehicle Identification
        • Identifying Suspension Variations
      • Jacking & Hoisting
        • Frame & Underbody
      • Wheel Alignment Procedures
        • Preliminary Checks
        • Wheel Alignment Work Sequence
        • Camber Adjustment (Front)
        • Camber Adjustment (Rear)
          • Fwd
          • AWD
        • Caster Adjustment
        • Toe-In Curve
          • Notes
          • Setting Suspension To Starting Position (1BA, 1BC & 1BP)
          • Setting Suspension To Starting Position (1BD & 1BE)
          • Setting Suspension To Starting Position (1BB)
          • Adjusting Toe Constant "S" (All Suspension Types)
        • Toe Adjustment
          • Notes
          • Front
          • Rear (FWD)
          • Rear (AWD)
      • Torque Specifications
      • Wheel Alignment Specifications
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
  • Wheels & Tire System
    • Suspension, Wheels, Steering
      • 00 - Technical data
        • Technical data
          • Suspension
          • Steering
        • Disposal of fluid-filled components to meet environmental requirements
          • Front gas-filled strut, venting and emptying
          • Rear gas-filled strut, venting
          • Power steering gear, emptying
        • Strut, checking
          • Strut leak
          • Strut, noises
          • Strut, checking while removed
          • Struts, testing on shock tester
        • Subframe, securing to body
          • Damaged threads, repairing
          • Longmember thread, servicing
      • 40 - Front suspension
        • Front suspension, servicing
          • General Information:
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component, assembly overview
        • Suspension strut
          • Suspension strut, removing and installing
          • Suspension strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Clarification of Production Control numbers (PR No.)
            • Coil spring, removing
            • Strut, replacing
            • Lower suspension strut installation location
            • Coil spring, installing
            • Upper spring support location
            • Mounting bracket location
        • Wheel bearing housing
          • Wheel bearing housing, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing with bolted wheel bearing, servicing
            • Notes
            • Removing
            • Pressing wheel hub out of 82 mm diameter wheel bearing housing
            • Press bearing inner race from hub
            • Pressing wheel hub into 82 mm diameter wheel bearing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removal and installation
        • Mounting bracket and upper links
          • Mounting bracket, removing and installing
          • Upper links, removing and installing
          • Top front and rear link bearings, replacing
        • Subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Bonded rubber bushing stop wedges, removing and installing
        • Tunnel crossmember
          • Tunnel crossmember, removing and installing
        • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control, vehicle level sensor
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Removing and installing
        • Lower control link
          • Control link, removing and installing, (all engine versions except 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control arm, removing and installing (vehicles with 3.0L TDI and 3.2L FSI)
          • Control link bushings, replacing
        • Guide link
          • Guide link, removing and installing
          • Guide link mountings, replacing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Cross brace
          • Cross brace, removing and installing
        • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
          • Front diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Front drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axle, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Remove drive axle
            • Install drive axle
        • Drive axle with triple roller joint AAR 2000, servicing
          • Tools
          • Component, overview
          • Triple roller joint, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint, assembling
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Peened triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling and assembling
          • Tools
          • Component overview
            • Notes
            • Tightening clamp on inner joint
            • Driving outer constant velocity joint down
            • Protective joint boot, ventilating
            • Location of spacer and spring washer (wheel side)
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, disassembling
          • Triple roller joint AAR 2600 i or 3300 i, assembling
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Individual component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
            • Outer CV joint, removing
            • Outer CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
        • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
          • Tools
          • Component overview
          • Inner CV joint, servicing
            • Inner CV joint, removing
            • Inner CV joint, installing
          • Outer constant velocity joint, servicing
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 42 - Rear suspension
        • Rear axle component allocation
          • General information
          • Wheel bearing, lifting to curb weight position
          • Component groups
          • Part I, Subframe - front wheel drive
          • Part II, Subframe - all wheel drive
          • Part III, Trapezoidal control arm, transverse link, tie rod
          • Part IV, Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive
            • Notes
            • Speed sensor wire routing on trapezoidal control arm
            • Strut location
          • Part V, wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive
          • Part VI, Stabilizer bar
          • Part VII, Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive
        • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicles with automatic headlight vertical aim control
          • Vehicle level sensor in vehicle, replacing
        • Rear coil spring
          • Coil spring, removing and installing
        • Strut
          • Strut, removing and installing
          • Strut, servicing
            • Notes
            • Loosening and tightening bolted connection for strut mount
        • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing and wheel bearing unit
          • Stub axle carrier/wheel bearing housing (steel), removing and installing
          • Stub axle carrier - front wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Rubber bushing, removing
            • Rubber bushing, installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (steel) - all wheel drive, servicing
            • Notes
            • Wheel hub, removing
            • Pressing wheel bearing out of wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel bearing into wheel bearing housing
            • Pressing wheel hub into wheel bearing
          • Wheel bearing (with wheel bearing housing (steel) installed - all wheel drive), removing and installing
          • Bolted wheel bearing unit, removing and installing
          • Wheel bearing housing (aluminum) - all wheel drive, removing and installing
        • Light weight wheel hub
          • Characteristics
          • Slide washer, removing and installing
        • Transverse link
          • Transverse link, removing and installing
          • Transverse link bracket, replacing
          • Nut for securing transverse link to subframe, replacing
        • Trapezoidal control arm
          • General information
          • Trapezoidal control arm, removing and installing
        • Rear subframe
          • Subframe, removing and installing
          • Subframe bushings, replacing
          • Subframe bushing, component overview
          • Rear differential bushing, replacing
        • Tie rod
          • General information
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
          • Tie rod (three-piece version) stone protection 8E0 501 561 (old version), removing and installing
          • Tie rod (one-piece version) stone protection (new version), removing and installing
        • Stabilizer bar
          • Stabilizer bar, removing and installing
          • Stabilizer bushings, replacing
          • Coupling rod for stabilizer bar, removing and installing
        • Diagonal braces
          • Front or rear diagonal braces, removing and installing
        • Rear drive axle, servicing
          • Drive axles, removing and Installing
          • Drive axle with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 100 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off outer constant velocity joint
            • Securing clamp
            • Drive off cover for inner joint
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
            • Coat cover or cap sealing surface with D 454 300 A2
          • Driveshaft with constant velocity inner joint (diameter 108 mm), servicing
            • Notes
            • Pressing off inner constant velocity joint
            • Pressing on inner constant velocity joint
          • Outer constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
          • Inner constant velocity (CV) joint, checking
      • 43 - Self-leveling suspension
        • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II)
          • General information
          • Installation location
          • Central valve and connections to suspension struts
            • Notes
            • Front suspension strut
            • Rear strut
          • DRC II fault finding
          • DRC II system pressure check
          • Dynamic Ride Control (DRC II), emptying and filling
            • Notes
            • Fill new oil container
            • Empty used oil container
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, tires
        • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • General information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, component overview
          • Wheel electronics, assembly overview
          • Changing tires
            • Notes
            • Dismounting tire
            • Mounting tire
          • Metal valve body, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module J502 , removing and installing
          • Rear Tire Pressure Monitoring System antenna, removing and installing
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System, system usage
        • Wheel alignment
          • General information
          • Test Requirements:
            • Notes
            • Wheel alignment is necessary when:
          • Specifications for wheel alignment
          • Measurement preparations
          • Application of adapters to suspension for measurement
          • Mechanical steering rack center position, checking
          • Front axle camber, checking and adjusting if necessary
          • Rear axle camber, adjusting
          • Toe at rear axle, adjusting
          • Front axle toe-in curve, adjusting
          • Vehicle, bringing into initial position for measurement
          • Vehicle, lifting with suspension 1BA, 1BR, 1BE, 1BV, 1BD, 2MC, 2ME
          • Toe constant "S" , adjusting
          • Front axle toe, adjusting
      • 48 - Steering
        • Steering wheel with airbag
          • Steering wheel with airbag, assembly overview
          • Airbag steering wheel, removing and installing
        • Steering column
          • Steering column, assembly overview:
          • Transportation securing device
          • Steering column, checking for damage
          • Steering column, removing and installing
            • Notes
            • Securing steering column before removal
          • Steering lock with ignition switch without lock cylinder, removing and installing
        • Power-assist steering gear
          • Power-assist steering gear, assembly overview
            • Notes
            • Steering centering:
          • Power steering gear, removing and installing
          • Power steering gear, servicing
          • Shield, removing and installing
        • Power steering gear, adjusting
          • Power steering gear, adjusting
        • Servotronic steering gear
          • Servotronic steering gear, assembly overview
          • Servotronic steering gear, servicing
          • Servotronic voltage supply, checking
          • Speed signal, checking
          • Servotronic Solenoid Valve , checking
        • Tie rod ball joint and tie rod
          • Tie rod ball joint, removing and installing
          • Tie rod, removing and installing
        • Checking oil level, bleeding steering system, checking for leaks
          • Power steering fluid level, checking
          • Steering system, bleeding after reconstructing
          • Steering system, checking for leaks
        • Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines, assembly overview
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engines, assembly overview
          • 6-cylinder gasoline engine, assembly overview
        • Power steering pump delivery pressure, checking
          • Vehicles with 4-cylinder engine
          • Vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine
          • Vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive
        • Power steering pump, removing and installing
          • General information
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 4-cylinder engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 6-cylinder gasoline engine), removing and installing
          • Power steering pump (vehicles with 8-cylinder gasoline engine with chain drive), removing and installing
        • Intake hose
          • Intake hose to power steering pump location
          • Intake hose to power steering oil reservoir (applies to all engines), location
    • Wheel And Tire Guide
      • 44 - Wheels, tires, vehicle alignment
        • Wheels, Tires, and Tire Pressure Monitoring
          • Wheels, Tires, and Tire Pressure Monitoring
          • Wheels and Tires, General Information
            • Wheels and Tires, General Information
          • Alloy Wheels
            • Alloy Wheels
            • Anti-theft wheel bolts
            • PAX Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, Component Overview
          • Wheels, Changing and Mounting Notes
            • Wheels, Changing and Mounting Notes
            • Changing Wheels
          • Tightening Specifications, Wheel Bolts
            • Tightening Specifications, Wheel Bolts
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring, Assembly Overview
            • Tire Pressure Monitoring, Assembly Overview
          • Changing Tires
            • Changing Tires
            • Dismounting Tire
            • Mounting Tire
          • Metal Valve Body, Removing and Installing
            • Metal Valve Body, Removing and Installing
        • Fault Finding
          • Fault Finding
          • Fault Finding, Introduction
            • Fault Finding, Introduction
          • Tire Wear and Service Life
            • Tire Wear and Service Life
            • Driving Style
            • Tire Air Pressure
            • Diagram 1 :
            • TWI
          • Rolling Noise Due to Tires
            • Rolling Noise Due to Tires
            • Heel-and-Toe Wear
          • Wheel and Tire Vibration
            • Wheel and Tire Vibration
            • Balancing Wheels on Stationary Balancing Machine
            • Wheel and Tire Radial and Lateral Run-Out
            • Wheel and Tire Radial and Lateral Run-Out, Checking with VAG 1435
            • Specifications for radial and lateral run-out on wheel
            • Matched Mounting
            • Tire Flat Spots from Standing
          • Vehicle Pulls to One Side
            • Vehicle Pulls to One Side
            • General information
            • Taper
            • Vehicle Pulls to One Side, Correcting
          • Tire Damage
            • Tire Damage
          • Tire Information
            • Tire Information
            • Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics PAX, Lettering on Side Wall
            • Tire Aging
            • Wheels, Rotating :
          • Vehicles with Break-Down Kit
            • Vehicles with Break-Down Kit
          • Tire, Removing
            • Tire, Removing
          • New Tire, Mounting
            • New Tire, Mounting
          • Tires with Rim Protector
            • Tires with Rim Protector
          • Emergency Wheels, General Information
            • Emergency Wheels, General Information
          • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
            • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
          • Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, Self-Supporting Tire
            • Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, Self-Supporting Tire
          • Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, PAX
            • Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, PAX
• Transmission
  • Automatic Trans
    • Overhaul - 01V
      • Identification
        • Notes
        • Transmission
      • Code Letters, Allocation, Ratios, Equipment
        • Front Wheel Drive (Fwd)
        • All Wheel Drive (AWD)
      • Description & Operation
        • Torque Converter
        • Transmission
        • Hydraulic Control
        • On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
        • Roll Starting And Towing, Notes
      • Lubrication & Adjustments
      • On-Vehicle Service
        • Axle Shafts
        • Transmission Components
      • Repair Instructions
        • Notes
        • Transmission
        • O-Rings, Gaskets, Seals
        • Nuts, Bolts
        • CIRCLIPS
        • Mounts
        • Shims
        • Valve Body
        • Guided Troubleshooting, Vehicle On Board Diagnostic (OBD) & Test Instruments
      • Torque Converter
        • Assembly Overview
        • Torque Converter, Identification
        • Torque Converter, Checking
        • Torque Converter, Draining
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Draining Torque Converter
        • Torque Converter Oil Seal, Replacing
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Removing
          • Installing
        • Torque Converter, Installing
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Installation Dimension
      • Automatic Transmission - Gears, Hydraulic Controls
        • Valve Body
          • Removal & Installation
      • Transmission, Disassembling & Assembling
        • Notes
        • Rules Of Cleanliness For Working On Automatic Transmissions
      • Final Drive, Differential
        • Differential, Removing & Installing
          • Notes
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Removing
          • Installing
        • Differential, Disassembling & Assembling
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Disassembling & Assembling
            • Notes
            • Driving Small Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Out Of Housing
            • Pressing Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Into Housing
            • Pulling Off Small Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Pressing On Small Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Pulling Off Large Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Pressing On Large Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Driving Large Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Out Of Cover
            • Pressing Large Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race Into Cover
            • Driving Out Ring Gear From Housing
            • Installing Ring Gear
            • Installing Small Differential Bevel Gears
            • Adjusting Differential Bevel Gears
        • Drive Pinion, Removing, Installing, Disassembling & Assembling
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Disassembling & Assembling
            • Notes
            • Tools For Removing & Installing Drive Pinion Nut
            • Removing Drive Pinion Nut
            • Pressing Out Drive Pinion From Small Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Pulling Out Small Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race
            • Driving Out Large Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race
            • Pressing Off Large Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race From Drive Pinion
            • Pressing Large Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race Onto Drive Pinion
            • Pulling In Large Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race
            • Pressing In Small Tapered Roller Bearing Outer Race
            • Pressing On Small Tapered Roller Bearing Inner Race
            • Tightening Drive Pinion Nut & Adjusting Friction Torque
            • Measuring Friction Torque
        • Drive Pinion & Ring Gear, Adjusting
          • General Notes
            • Notes
            • Gear Set, Adjusting & Marking
          • Gear Set, Adjustment Sequence
          • Adjustment Overview
          • Shim Location
        • Drive Pinion, Adjusting
          • Special Tools & Equipment
          • Adjusting
            • Notes
            • Determining Shim "S3" (Drive Pinion)
            • Determining Dimension "e" (Drive Pinion)
            • Determining Thickness Of Shim "S3" (Drive Pinion)
            • Perform Check Measurement
              • Checking dimension "r" (Drive Pinion)
        • Ring Gear, Adjusting
          • Notes
          • Total Shim Thickness "Stotal" For Adjustment Shims "S1" + "S2", Determining
          • Determining Thickness Of Shim "S1*" (Ring Gear)
            • Notes
            • Measuring Friction Torque (Check Measurement)
            • Adjusting Backlash
            • Determining Average Backlash
            • Determining Thickness Of Shim "S2" (Ring Gear)
              • Notes
              • Available Shims For S2
            • Determining Thickness Of Shim "S1" (Ring Gear)
              • Notes
              • Available Shims For S1
            • Checking Measurement (Ring Gear)
    • Removal & Installation - A/T (01V)
      • Application
      • Identification
        • Transaxle Identification Plate
        • Oil Pan Gasket
      • Removal & Installation
        • Battery Disconnect Procedures
          • Notes
          • Power Window Control Module
        • Transaxle
          • Notes
          • Removal
          • Installation
      • Torque Specifications
    • Servicing - A/T (01V)
      • Application
      • Identification
        • Transaxle Identification Plate
        • Oil Pan Gasket
      • Lubrication
        • Service Intervals
          • Transaxle
          • Center Differential & Final Drives
        • Checking Fluid Levels
          • Notes
          • 01V Transaxle (Without Auxiliary ATF Cooler)
          • 01V Transaxle (With Auxiliary ATF Cooler)
          • Front Final Drive
          • Center Differential (AWD Vehicles Only)
          • Rear Final Drive (AWD Vehicles Only)
        • Recommended Fluids
        • Fluid Capacities
        • Draining & Refilling
          • 01V Transaxle (Changing Or Topping Off After Repair Work)
        • ATF Lines & ATF Cooler Flushing
          • Notes
          • 01V Transaxle
      • Inspection
        • Shift Mechanism
      • On-Vehicle Repairs
      • Adjustments
        • Notes
        • Locking Cable
          • Notes
          • With Tiptronic Shift Mechanism
          • Without Tiptronic Shift Mechanism
        • Selector Lever Cable
          • With Tiptronic Shift Mechanism
          • Without Tiptronic Shift Mechanism
      • Removal & Installation
        • Notes
        • ATF Lines
          • Removal & Installation (A4 With 1.8L)
          • Removal & Installation (A4 With 2.8L)
          • Removal & Installation (S4 With 2.7L Turbo)
          • Removal & Installation (Auxiliary Cooler)
        • Center Differential
          • Removal & Installation (AWD Vehicles)
        • Drive Shaft Output Flange Seal (AWD, Center Differential)
          • Removal & Installation
        • Front Center Console
        • Front Differential Cover "O" Ring
          • Removal & Installation
        • Front Differential/Transaxle Housing Double Sealing Ring
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Front Final Drive Seal
          • Removal & Installation
        • Internal Oil Line
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation
        • Left Drive Flange
          • Removal & Installation
        • Left Drive Flange Seal
          • Removal & Installation
        • Locking Cable
          • Removal & Installation (With Tiptronic Shift Mechanism)
          • Removal & Installation (Without Tiptronic Shift Mechanism)
        • Locking Cable Securing Spring
          • Removal & Installation
        • Radio
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (Chorus/Symphony)
          • Removal & Installation (Concert)
        • Right Drive Flange Sealing Ring
          • Removal & Installation
        • Selector Lever Cable
          • Removal & Installation (With Tiptronic Shift Mechanism)
          • Removal & Installation (Without Tiptronic Shift Mechanism)
        • Selector Lever Handle
          • Removal & Installation
        • Selector Shaft Oil Seal
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transaxle Fluid Temperature Sensor
          • Overview
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transaxle Oil Pan & ATF Screen
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transaxle Range Switch
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transaxle Rpm Sensor
          • Notes
          • Removal & Installation (With E17 Valve Body)
          • Removal & Installation (With E18 Valve Body)
        • Transaxle Vehicle Speed Sensor
          • Removal & Installation
        • Transaxle Wiring Harness
          • Removal & Installation
        • Valve Body Assembly
          • Removal & Installation
        • Vehicle Speed Sensor
          • Removal & Installation
      • Torque Specifications
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