Model variant:
B6 (2002-2005) and B7 (2005.5-2008) generations, including sedan and Avant
Production years covered:
2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Target audience:
DIY owners, independent mechanics and professional workshops servicing the B6/B7 Audi A4
Segment:
Compact executive / D-segment sedan and Avant
Key advantage:
Complete factory-level coverage for every system in one digital manual instead of scattered forum snippets
Coverage scope:
Maintenance, fault-finding, removal, installation and overhaul procedures
Content type:
Workshop-grade service and repair procedures with specifications and wiring data
Accessibility:
Downloadable file usable on computer, tablet or phone
Coverage areas:
Engine, transmission, driveline, electrical, wiring, steering, brakes, suspension, body and maintenance
Manual type:
Complete service repair manual (workshop grade)
Delivery method:
Instant digital download after purchase
Page count:
N/A - full multi-section workshop manual, several thousand pages
Engine:
Complete mechanical service, tuning, removal, installation and overhaul
Fuel and ignition:
Fuel injection, fuel delivery and ignition system diagnosis and repair
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission, clutch and driveline service
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, component locations and diagnostic procedures
Steering:
Power steering and steering linkage repair
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, disc and drum brake service including ABS
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, struts and alignment specifications
Heating and A/C:
HVAC components, controls and refrigerant service
Body and interior:
Panels, trim, locks, windows and exterior components
Routine maintenance:
Scheduled service operations and fluid changes
Diagnostics:
Fault code reading, troubleshooting charts and electrical testing
Removal and installation:
Step-by-step component R&I procedures
Overhaul:
Disassembly, inspection and rebuild procedures for major assemblies
Specification checks:
Torque values, clearances and adjustment data
Depth level:
Workshop / factory-service level detail
Illustrations:
Diagrams, schematics and photos supporting each procedure
Wiring data:
Complete electrical wiring diagrams
Part identification:
Component names and exploded-view references throughout procedures
Torque specifications:
Fastener torque values included with relevant procedures
Fluid capacities:
Specified capacities for engine, transmission and other systems
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary engines:
1.8T 20V turbo inline-4 and 3.0 V6 (B6); 2.0T FSI turbo inline-4 and 3.2 FSI V6 (B7)
Engine codes:
1.8T (AMB/BFB), 3.0 AVK, 2.0T BGB/BWT, 3.2 AUK
Valvetrain:
DOHC, 5 valves per cylinder (1.8T, 3.0); 4 valves per cylinder FSI engines
1.8T output:
Approximately 170 hp (2002-2005 models)
3.0 V6 output:
Approximately 220 hp (2002-2005 models)
2.0T output:
Approximately 200 hp (2005.5-2008 models)
3.2 V6 output:
Approximately 255 hp (2005.5-2008 models)
Fuel type:
Premium unleaded gasoline
Fuel delivery:
Multi-point injection (1.8T, 3.0); direct FSI injection (2.0T, 3.2)
Aspiration:
Turbocharged (1.8T, 2.0T) or naturally aspirated (3.0, 3.2)
Standard transmission:
6-speed manual (1.8T and V6 applications)
Optional transmission:
Multitronic CVT (front-wheel drive) or 5/6-speed automatic with quattro AWD
Driveline:
Front-wheel drive or permanent quattro all-wheel drive
Clutch:
Hydraulically actuated clutch on manual models, covered in manual
Wheelbase:
Approximately 104.3 in (2650 mm) B6; approximately 104.9 in (2665 mm) B7
Length:
Approximately 179-180 in depending on year and bodystyle
Bodystyles:
4-door sedan and 5-door Avant wagon
Curb weight:
Approximately 3,200-3,600 lb depending on engine and drivetrain
NHTSA rating:
Four and five star ratings in government crash tests across the 2002-2008 range (verify per model year)
IIHS rating:
N/A - consult IIHS archives for model-year specific results
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction control:
ASR traction control standard
ESP:
Electronic Stabilization Program standard on most trims
Airbags:
Dual front, front side and side curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioners and force limiters front and rear
Structure:
Reinforced safety cage body structure
Audio system:
AM/FM/CD head unit with optional Bose premium sound system
Optional navigation:
Factory DVD-based navigation unit on higher trims
Connectivity:
Optional Bluetooth and satellite radio capability on later model years
Rain sensing:
Rain-sensing wipers on equipped trims
Parking sensors:
Rear park distance control (Parktronic) optional
Auto headlights:
Automatic headlights and coming-home lighting function
Oil change:
Audi LongLife service regime, typically every 10,000 miles or 1 year
Inspection service:
Major inspection approximately every 80,000-90,000 miles
Timing belt:
Replace approximately every 75,000-105,000 miles on 1.8T and 3.0 V6 engines
Engine oil:
VW 502 00 synthetic 5W-40 (5W-30 per climate)
Coolant:
G12 / G12+ phosphate-free coolant
Automatic transmission fluid:
Audi-specified ATF per multitronic/tiptronic type; sealed for life with service intervals
Brake fluid:
DOT 4, replace every 2 years
Known issues and wear items
1.8T oil sludge:
Frequent oil changes with approved synthetic oil recommended
Common wear items:
Control arm bushings, timing belt components, multitronic CVT service, ignition coils on turbo engines
B7 2.0T carbon buildup:
FSI direct-injection engines prone to intake valve deposits
Manufacturer:
Audi AG, Ingolstadt, Germany - part of Volkswagen Group
Brand focus:
Quattro all-wheel drive and advanced engineering since 1980
First generation:
A4 introduced 1994 (B5) as successor to the Audi 80
B6 generation:
2002-2005: new platform, revised 1.8T and 3.0 V6 engines, multitronic CVT
B7 generation:
2005.5-2008: facelift with larger grille, 2.0T FSI and 3.2 FSI engines
Assembly plant:
Ingolstadt, Germany
Additional plants:
N/A - not specified for all model years
