Audi Service Schedules 2017-2015
For over 100 years, Audi’s meticulous craftsmanship has produced fast, reliable, well-engineered cars that offer luxurious interiors and elegant overall designs. Much like any consumer, we know that you want to take great care of your Audi and have it perform at the optimal level for the whole of its lifespan. The scheduled maintenance intervals for your luxury vehicle will also protect your investment so you can enjoy it for years to come.
We have put together maintenance intervals for Audi vehicles from 2010 – 2018 for your reference along with maintenance types and checklists that enumerates all the work that needs to be done or items that need to be checked based on your Audi’s mileage and age. In Dallas and the Park Cities, you can trust Overseas Service Haus to take care of you Audi like it is our own.
2017 Audi Maintenance Schedule for All Models
It is important to note that the maintenance intervals mentioned below are for 2017 Audi models that are operating under normal conditions. For severe conditions, certain operations must be done between the intervals below to ensure that the vehicle is kept in good shape. Additional procedures particularly applies to air filter replacements and engine oil changes. Maintenance schedules are included below. They are followed by maintenance checklists that you can print for your reference.
Maintenance Schedules/Intervals
10,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
20,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
30,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
40,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
50,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
60,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
70,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
80,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
90,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
100,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
110,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
120,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items. | Change oil for R8.
130,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance with additional items | Timing Belt Replacement for A3 e-tron and 2.0L TDI
140,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional items
150,000 Miles: Minor Maintenance Service
Service Interval Regardless of Mileage
Every 2 years: Brake fluid replacement for all vehicles | For A5/S5 Cabriolet, the rollover protection with cloth top down and the cloth top function must be checked | A8 should be checked for its crash active headrest
Every 3 years: For A3, TT, TTS, Q3, oil replacement for Haldex clutch
Every 4 years: For all TDI models, AdBlue fluid must be replaced if it wasn’t filled in the last 4 years.
Every 7 years: A4 and Q7 must get battery connector on Connected Gateway replaced.
Minor Maintenance Service
At 10,000 miles or a year after you bought your Audi, whichever occurs first, the vehicle should go through a minor maintenance service. For all TDI models, this should include AdBlue fluid replacement. (Bring your Audi to Overseas Service Haus in Dallas and the Park Cities)
For all other models the following must be done:
- The brake system should be checked for damage and leaks. It is also important to take a look at the thickness of the pads, the general condition of the brake hoses, ensure that the vent caps are on the calipers, and check the brake fluid level.
- Your Audi will need a change oil at this point and the filter will also need to be replaced.
- The engine compartment must be checked for leaks.
- The service reminder indicator display must be reset.
- Tires should be checked for wear, damage, and pressure. Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) should also be reset.
- Headlight washing system and windshield washer must be checked. Fluid should be added as necessary.
- Wiper blades need to be checked and replaced if needed.
- For flex fuel vehicles, an onboard diagnosis should be done.
- If you have an A3 e-tron, you should also get the electrical components’ cooling system checked in addition to the checklist above.
- For A3 and Q7 TDI models, the water must be removed in the fuel filter’s water separator.
Standard Maintenance Service
By the time your Audi reaches 20,000 miles or is already 2 years old, whichever occurs first, you will need to bring it in for a standard maintenance service – one that includes all minor maintenance procedures. Take a look at the checklist below:
- Check final drive and the automatic transmission for leaks.
- Check battery terminals to ensure that there is no corrosion in the system.
- Ensure that the battery’s housing has no damage and is properly mounted.
- Check battery’s acidity level if the housing allows. Must be filled if necessary unless your vehicle is a Q5 hybrid.
- Check the coolant level and add coolant if needed. It is also important to check protection to spec -25⁰
- Lubricate hood safety catch except for TT with integrated catch, A4, and Q7.
- Check boots for drive shafts.
- Replace dust and pollen filter.
- The exhaust system needs to be checked for leaks and damage.
- Check adjustment for front headlights.
- Check all front lighting – parking lights, fog lights, blinkers and hazard lights, high beams, and low beams.
- Check the front and rear axle for excessive play. The dust seals on tie rod ends and ball points will also need some looking at.
- Check if the horns are functioning.
- Get the warning and indicator lights examined.
- Have the interior lights checked including the glove box compartment illumination.
- All rear lighting must be examined. This includes the brake lights, tail lights, rear fog lights, blinkers and hazard lights, back-up lights and the light inside the trunk and license plate.
- Check manual transmission and final drive for leakage.
- Check if on-board tool kit is complete.
- All models except the A8, Q7, and Q5 must be get their panorama sunroof features checked if they are functioning properly. For A8, Q5, and Q7, the guide rails must be cleaned and lubricated based on ElsaPro.
- All models except TT, R8, Q3, and A3, must get their plenum panels’ water drains examined. This area must be cleaned if needed.
- Safety belts must be checked.
- Check tire repair set for completeness. Owners should also have their renewal date checked.
- Check for front and rear closeout panels for leaks and damage.
- Get your car on the road for a road test to check clutch and engine performance, transmission, brakes, steering, wheel bearings and wheels, drive shaft, horn, and electric drive for operational readiness for hybrids.
- Take a look at the chassis in case there is corrosion or paint damage. This must be done inside and out with doors, hood, and trunk open.
- Check wheel house liners to see if the underbody paneling and lines are mounted properly.
- For R8 owners, you should also check your water drain inside the fuel filler door in addition to the checks mentioned above.
- For A3 e-tron owners, do not forget to get your vehicle’s charging socket checked. The socket must be free from any form of damage and must be dry.
- For A8, the crash active headrest should be checked if it is functioning.
- R8 owners should keep in mind that all doors must be checked including all locks, hood latch, and straps.
- For A7, S7, RS7, and TT, rear spoiler hinges need to be examined and lubricated based on ElsaPro specifications.
- The rollover protection on the A3 Cabriolet, A5 Cabriolet, and S5 Cabriolet must be checked for function. The A5 Cabriolet and the S5 Cabriolet’s convertible top latch will also need to be checked at this point.
- Owners of allroad, A4, S4, A5, A5 Cabriolet, S5, S5 Cabriolet, Q5 hybrid, SQ5, and Q5 will need their snow screen for air cleaner cleaned.
- For A4 and Q7, you should get your vehicle’s rear axle stone chip protection examined for any type of damage. It must be secured fit.
Additional Maintenance Items
20,000 miles
For all TDI models, the fuel filter must be replaced at 20,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter. In six years time or after every 20,000 miles, RS7 owners must bring their vehicles in for spark plug replacement.
30,000 Miles, 40,000 Miles
At 30,000 miles or after 6 years, whichever comes first, vehicles with 2.0L TFSI Flex Fuel engines will need their spark plugs replaced. At 40,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter, the following checks must be done:
- ATF oil and get the transmission filter element for clutch hydraulics replaced.
- Check thickness of brake discs
- For A3 e-tron and A6 FWD, change ATF oil for clutch hydraulics.
- For RS7 and RS7 performance, change ATF oil for clutch hydraulics and also get the differential oil checked.
- RS7, RS7 performance, Q5 TDDI, A8 4.0T, A8 3.0T, and A8 TDI should get their air cleaner’s housing cleaned and its filter replaced.
- A3 e-tron, all 2.0L TFSI except Q3, 4.0L V8, A8L W12, and RS7 will need their spark plugs replaced.
60,000 Miles
At 60, 000 miles and every 60, 000 miles thereafter:
- Clean the air cleaner’s housing and get a new filter element. This should be done for all 2017 Audi models except for RS7, RS7 performance, A8 3.0T, A8 4.0T, Q5 TDI, and A8 TDI.
- All 3.0L V6 TFSI vehicles must get their compressor drive belt (front belt) replaced.
- The Q5’s tiptronic gear box must be checked and the ATF changed.
- A3 1.8T, 3.0L VS TFSI, 5.2L V10, and Q3 2.0T must have their spark plugs replaced.
80,000 Miles, 120,000 Miles, 130,000 Miles
- At 80, 000 miles and 80, 000 miles thereafter, all vehicles’ ribbed V-belts must be checked and replaced if needed. The tension of the belt drive must be examined as well.
- By age 10 or after 120,000 miles, R8s needs their front final drive 0D4 clutches changed. The differential fluid must be changed as well.
- After the replacement of your Diesel Particulate Filter at 120,000 miles and 120,000 miles thereafter, ash loading must be checked for all TDI models.
- At 130,000 miles, the timing belts for the 2.0L TDI models and the A3 e-tron must be replaced. These vehicles also need their timing belt tensioning systems, idler pulleys, and dampening pulleys.
2016 Audi Maintenance Schedule for All Models
The maintenance intervals below are for 2016 Audi models operating under normal conditions. For models exposed to severe conditions need some extra work done to keep them in tiptop shape. Maintenance schedules are included below and are followed by maintenance checklists that you can print for future reference.
Maintenance Schedules/Intervals
5,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with tire rotation
15,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
25,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
35,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
45,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
55,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
65,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
75,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
85,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
95,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
105,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
110,000 Miles: Timing Belt Replacement for Audi TTS only
115,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
125,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service with additional item
130,000 Miles: Timing Belt Replacement for Audi A3 e-tron and 2.0L TDI
135,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
145,000 Miles: Standard Maintenance Service
155,000 Miles: Major Maintenance Service with additional items
Service Interval Regardless of Mileage
Every 2 years: All 2016 models must have their brake fluid replaced. | For A5/S5 Cabriolet and the R8 Spyder owners, you need to have the rollover protection checked with cloth top down and have the cloth top function examined. | Audi A8s must have their crash active headrest checked.
Every 3 years: Replace oil in Haldex clutch for Audi A3, TT, TTS, and Q3.
Every 4 years: For Audi A6/A7/A8 3.0: TDI, Audi Q7/Q5 3.0L TDI owners, you must have the AdBlue fluid replaced specifically if said fluid hasn’t been filled in the past 4 years.
Standard Maintenance Service
At 5,000 miles, 2016 models must have the following done:
- All vehicles must be filled with fresh AdBlue fluid.
- The brakes must be examined for leaks and damage. The vent caps must be checked to ensure that they are mounted on calipers. Mechanics should also take a look at the brake hoses, the thickness of pads, and brake fluid level.
- Coolant level of electrical components must be checked for Audi A3 e-tron based on ElsaPro.
- Change oil and replace filter.
- Check the engine compartment for leaks.
- For flex fuel vehicles, on-board diagnosis must be done.
- Check for wear, damage, and tire pressure on all tires including the spare wheel.
- Reset Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- For Q7 TDI and A3 TDI models, water must be removed from the water separator in the fuel filter.
- Check adjustment and function of headlight washing system and the windshield washer. Add fluid if needed.
- Check the wiper blades to see if they need to be replaced.
Major Maintenance Service
Major maintenance must be done at 15,000 miles or 2 years and every 20,000 miles or 2 years thereafter. The checklist is as follows:
- Check battery and ensure that the terminals do not suffer from corrosion and that the housing is in good condition and mounted properly. Replace said items if necessary. The battery’s acid level should also be checked if this can be seen through the housing and fill it if needed. This should be done to all vehicles except the Audi Q5 hybrid. For Q5 hybrid battery checks, take a look at the instructions below.
- For Audi Q5 hybrid, check for corrosion in the 12 volt (small) side battery right in the trunk’s left side. Ensure that the housing has no damage and is properly mounted. Replace if needed.
- The charging socket for the Audi A3 e-tron must be examined to ensure that it is not suffering from any kind of damage and to make sure that it is dry.
- For Audi A8, the crash active headrest must be checked for function.
- Check for leakage on the automatic transmission and final drive.
- Take a look at the cooling system to check coolant level. Add coolant if needed.
- All door hinges, hood latch, straps, and locks must be lubricated.
- Check boots in the drive shafts.
- Replace dust and pollen filter.
- Check the exhaust system for leaks and possible damage.
- For A3/A5/S5 Cabriolet, lubricate the roof’s front latch.
- Check front headlights adjustment.
- Take a look at all front lighting fixtures to ensure that they are working properly. This includes the parking lights, blinkers and hazard lights, fog lights, high beams, and low beams.
- Take a look at all rear lighting fixtures including third brake light, brake lights, back-up lights, tail lights, license plate and trunk lights, blinkers, and hazard lights to ensure that they are all in good working condition.
- Check if horn is functioning.
- Check the front and rear axle for excessive play. Check ball joins and tie rod ends’ dust seals.
- Check for leaks in the final drive and manual transmission.
- Check for on-board tool kit completeness.
- All models must have their panorama sunroof systems examined. The guide rails must be cleaned and lubricated with grease based on the description in ElsaPro.
- Rear spoiler hinges must be lubricated with grease according to ElsPro description.
- All models except Audi Q3 and A3 must have their plenum panel removed to check water drain. This part of the vehicle must be cleaned if needed.
- Go on a road test to check the performance of your engine, the clutch, manual or auto transmission, hand and foot brakes, steering, wheel bearings, wheels, horn, and drive shaft. Hybrid vehicles must be checked in electric drive for operational readiness.
- Do a visual check on the wheel house liners and underbody paneling and lines.
- Check for damage and corrosion in the chassis inside and out with the hood, trunk, and doors open.
- An underbody check must be done to see if there are leaks and signs of damage.
- Sunroof systems must be checked.
- Snow screen for air cleaner needs to be cleaned. This is applicable to the following models: A5/S5 Cabriolet, A5, S5, Audi Q5, SQ5, and Q5 hybrid.
- Check clip for belt and if all belts are working.
- For A5/S5 Cabriolet, examine function with soft top down.
Additional Maintenance Items
At 5,000 miles or after a year from delivery time whichever comes first, rotate the tires and reset TPMS.
At 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter, the following must be checked:
- The fuel filter for A3 2.0L TDI, Q5 3.0L TDI, A6 3.0L TDI, A7 3.0L TDI, Audi Q7 3.0L TDI, A8 3.0L TDI must be replaced.
- For RS 5, DSG/S tronic – MTF oil change for gearbox
- Air cleaner housing must be cleaned and its filter replaced. (RS 5 only)
At 35,000 miles and 40,000 miles thereafter, the following should be done:
- Replace dust and pollen filter.
- Air cleaner housing must be cleaned and its filter replaced (For S6, S7, RS7, TTS, A8 4.0L V8 TFSI, A8 3.0L V6 TFSI, A8 3.0L V6 TDI)
- RS7 should get the ATF for clutch hydraulics changed and the differential oil replaced. For the Audi e-tron and A6 front wheel drive, ATF oil in clutch hydraulics need to be changed too.
- Change ATF oil and transmission filter element replacement for clutch hydraulics (A3, TT, TTS, S5, S5, S6, S7, S5 Cabriolet, and RS 5)
At 35,000 miles or 4 years whichever comes first. The following should be done every 40,000 or 4 years thereafter:
- The Audi Q7 will need its power steering fluid checked.
- All interior lights including the glove box compartment illumination, MMI (if applicable), and control lights must be checked.
- Lubricate door hinges, straps, hood latch, and locks.
Perform first at 6 six years or 35,000 miles whichever comes first. The following should also be done every 40,000 miles or 6 years thereafter:
- The spark plugs will need to be replaced for all vehicles with the 4.0L V8 TFSI, A8L with the W12 and all vehicles except Audi Q3 with 2.0L TFSI except 2.0L Flex Fuel engines, and A3 e-tron with the 1.4T engine.
The following should be done at 35,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first and should be performed every 40,000 miles or 6 years thereafter:
- Spark plugs replacement for all vehicles tih 2.0L TFSI Flex Fuel engines.
The following should be done first at 55,000 miles and every 60,000 miles after:
- All vehicles must have their air cleaner housing cleaned and the filter inside replaced. This should be done except for the following models: RS5, RS7, S6, S7, TTS, A8 with 3.0L VS TFSI, 3.0LV6 TDI, and 4.0L V8 TFSI
- All vehicles with the 3.0L V6 TFSI need a front belt replacement (Ribbed V-belt, belt for the compressor drive.
Perform the following at 75,000 miles and every 80,000 miles thereafter:
- Check the condition of the ribbed V-belt and replace if necessary. The tension of the belt drive should be checked as well.
Perform at 110,000 miles
- The timing belt must be replaced. Check the condition of the timing belt tensioning system, idler pulleys, and dampening pulleys. Replace if needed. (Audi TTS only)
At 115,000 miles or 110,000 miles after a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) replacement.
- Check ash loading and replace if necessary. This is applicable for models with diesel engines.
At 130,000 miles
- A3 2.0L TDI models and Audi A3 e-tron will need their timing belts replaced, The timing belt will need to be replaced. Check the condition of the timing belt tensioning system, idler pulleys, and dampening pulleys. Replace if needed.
2015 Audi Maintenance Schedule for All Models
Audi’s maintenance intervals for their 2015 models are not written like the intervals above. Please take a look at the maintenance item to see when the checks should be done. All maintenance checks are for all 2015 models unless stated otherwise.
- Engine Oil must be changed and the filter replaced at 5,000 miles and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- AdBlue fluid must be filled completely with fresh fluid at maximum capacity (24 liters) and adapt information for the tank under guided fault finding after filling fluid. This should be performed at 5,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter for Q 3.0L TDI, A6 3.0L TDI, A7 3.0L TDI, Q7 3.0L TDI, and A8 3.0L TDI. For Q5 3.0L TDI, A6 3.0L TDI and A7 3.0L TDI, Q7 3.0L TDI and A8 3.0L TDI should have this done at 15,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter. For Q5 3.0L TDI, A6 3.0L TDI and A7 3.0L TDI, Q7 3.0L TDI and A8 3.0L TDI, this should be done at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- The cooling system must be checked for all models at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter. Add coolant if needed.
- Check engine compartment for leaks at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- On-board diagnosis for flex fuel vehicles only. This should be done at 5,000 miles and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- Check the chassis for corrosion and paint damage. This should be done from the inside and out with the doors, hood, and trunk lids open. Perform at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Battery terminals must be checked for corrosion and cleaned if needed. Mechanics should also check if the housing is properly mounted and do not suffer from any type of damage. Replace if necessary. The acid level should also be checked if it can be seen through the housing. Fill if needed. This should be performed on all vehicles except the Q5 hybrid. Intervals are as follows: 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Small (12-volt) side battery (for Q5 hybrid only) must be checked for corrosion. The housing should be checked if it is properly mounted and does not suffer from any type of damage. Replace if necessary. This should be done first at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Dust and pollen filter must be replaced at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Spark plugs for all vehicles with the 4.0L V8 TFSI, A8 W12, all vehicles with 2.0L TFSI (except Flex Fuel engines) must be replaced at 35,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first. This should be done after every 40,000 miles or 6 years whichever comes first.
- Spark plugs replacement must be done at 55,000 miles only. (vehicles with the 1.8L (A3), 3.0L V6 TFSI, 4.2L V8 FSI and 5.2L V10 FSI engines)
- Spark plugs replacement for 2.0L TFSI Flex Fuel engines at 35,000 miles only.
- Power steering fluid must be checked. Add if necessary. This is for A8, Q7 only and should be done at 35,000 miles only.
- Air cleaner housing and filter replacement at 55,000 miles only for all vehicles except RS 5, S6, S7, RS 7, A8 3.0L V6 TFSI, A8 3.0L V6 TDI, A8 4.0L V8 TFSI and TTS. For RS 5, S6, S7, A8 3.0L V6 TDI, A8 3.0L V6 TFSI, A8 4.0L V8 TFSI, TTS and RS 7, this should be done at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter. For RS 5, this should be done at 15,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Ribbed V belt and tensioner must be checked and replaced if needed. This job should only be done for the R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Ribbed V belt for all other models must be checked if still in good condition. Tension of belt drive needs to be checked as well. This should be done at 75,000 miles only.
- Compressor drive (front belt) replacement at 55,000 miles and 115,000 miles for vehicles with the 3.0L V6 TFSI.
- Snow screen for air cleaner will need cleaning for A4, S4, allroad, A5, A5 Cabriolet, S5, S5 Cabriolet, Q5, SQ5 and Q5 at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Fuel filter replacement for A6 3.0L TDI, A7 3.0L TDI, A8 3.0L TDI, Q5 3.0L TDI and Q7 3.0L TDI at 15, 000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) must be checked for ash loading after the first 115,000 miles after DPF replacement. Replace if needed. This procedure is for A6 3.0L TDI, A7 3.0L TDI, A8 3.0L TDI, Q5 3.0L TDI and Q7 3.0L TDI only.
- The plenum panel’s water drain must be checked and drained and cleaned if needed. Perform at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Check for tire pressure, damage, and wear. Reset Tire Pressure Monitoring System at 5,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Check for tire damage, wear, and pressure. Renewal date for tire repair must be done. Reset Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). These should be done at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Rotate tires and reset TPMS at 5,000 miles only.
- Wiper blades must be checked and replaced if needed. This check should be done at 5,000 miles and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- Check the adjustment and function of wiper, washer, and headlight washer. Add fluid if needed. This should be done at 5,000 miles and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- Interior lights must be checked at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Hazard lights, blinkers, high and low beams, parking lights and fog lights must go through a routine check starting at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter. Rear lighting such as brake lights, taillights, rear fog lights, license plate lights, blinkers and hazard lights, and back-up lights must be checked at the same interval.
- Service reminder display reset must be performed at 5,000 miles and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- Check horn if it is functioning. This should be done at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Lubricate door hinges and straps for Q7, TT, TTS, R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder at 15,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter. For all other models, this should be done for door hinges, locks, hood latch, and straps at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Hood lid hinges must be lubricated for R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder, TT and TTS at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Clean guide rails and lubricate sunroof systems at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Lubricate front latch for Cabriolet roof at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter. (A3 Cabriolet, A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet only)
- Check brake system for damage, leaks, and fluid level. Pad thickness must be checked as well. This should be done at 5, 000 and every 10,000 miles thereafter.
- Check brake discs for thickness at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Check for damage and leaks in the exhaust system at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Check front and rear axle for excessive play, check dust seals on tie rod ends and ball joints at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Check drive shaft boots at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Take a look at automatic transmission and final drive if there are any leaks. This should be done at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- Check manual transmission and final drive for leaks at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- DSG/S tronic change MTF oil for the gear box. This is for the RS 5 only and should be done at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- DSG/S tronic – replace transmission filter element for your vehicle’s clutch hydraulics and change ATF oil for A3, S4, S5, S5 Cabriolet, S6, S7, RS 5, TT, TTS, R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Change ATF for tiptronic gear box for the Q5 hybrid. This should be performed at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter.
- Rear sport differential check must be done. Change ATF for clutch hydraulics and differential oil at 35,000 miles and every 40,000 miles thereafter. (RS 5 and RS 7 only)
- Check underbody for damage and leaks at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter.
- A road test to check engine performance should be done at 15,000 miles and every 20,000 miles thereafter. The following should also be checked based on interval above: clutch, braking, steering, wheel bearings, wheels, horn, and manual/automatic transmission, hybrid vehicles (electric drive for operational readiness).
- The timing belt needs to be replaced at 110,000 miles on TTS. Condition of its tensioning system, dampening pulleys, and idler pulleys must be checked and replaced if necessary.
- Brake fluid must be replaced every 2 years regardless of mileage.
- For A5/S5 Cabriolet and R8 Spyder, the cloth top and rollover protection must be checked every 2 years regardless of mileage.
- AdBlue Fluid must be replaced every 4 years unless filled within the last 4 years. This is applicable to the following models: (Q7 3.0L TDI, A8 3.0L TDI, A6 3.0L TDI, A7 3.0L TDI and Q5 3.0L TDI
- The A8’s crash active headrest must be checked every 2 years.