🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Audi

Model:

RS2 Avant

Year:

1994

Chassis Code:

P1

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

High-performance wagon, niche enthusiast vehicle

Competitors:

Limited direct competitors at the time; often compared to other performance sedans/wagons from BMW (e.g., M3 Touring concepts), Mercedes-Benz (e.g., AMG models), and niche tuners.

Highlights:

Exclusive, hand-built by Porsche, rallying heritage, potent turbocharged five-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive (Quattro), practical wagon body style.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types

Engine Variants:

Covers the specific 2.2L 20V turbocharged engine used in the RS2 Avant.

Page Count Estimate:

High (Hundreds of pages implied)

Type:

Workshop Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems:

General Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Engine Service/Repair, Transmission Service/Repair, Brake System, Wiring Diagram, Electrical System, Suspension, Periodic Lubrication, Steering, Cooling System, Fuel Injection/Fuel System, Emission System, Heater/Air Conditioning, Engine Control System, Chassis/Body, Restraint System, Interior, Differential/Drive, Axle

Powertrain Management:

Engine Control Unit (ECU) diagnostics and calibration information included.

Procedures:

Diagnostic, Repair, Maintenance, Disassembly, Assembly, Cleaning, Reinstalling, Troubleshooting electrical system

Engine Rebuild:

Includes detailed procedures for engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly.

Depth:

Professional Technician Level, Detailed Substeps, Notes, Cautions, Warnings, Step-by-Step Instructions, Illustrations, Drawings, Photos, Enlarged Insets

Wiring Diagrams Detail:

Comprehensive, essential for electrical troubleshooting on this complex system.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

PDF

Print Quality:

Full Printable

Binding Type:

Digital Download (No physical binding)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital)

Zoom Capability:

YES

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

Software Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip

Operating Systems:

All Versions of Windows & Mac

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

APU (often associated with the RS2)

Engine Type:

Inline 5-cylinder, turbocharged, intercooled

Displacement:

2226 cc (2.2 Liters)

Horsepower:

315 PS (311 hp; 232 kW) at 6500 rpm

Torque:

480 Nm (354 lb-ft) at 3000 rpm

Fuel Delivery:

Bosch Motronic M2.3.2 fuel injection, larger K27 turbocharger

Cooling System:

Upgraded oil cooler, larger radiator

Exhaust System:

Custom tuned exhaust system

🔧 Transmission

Type:

6-speed manual

Type:

N/A (Only manual offered)

Drive System:

Audi Quattro permanent all-wheel drive

Clutch:

Heavy-duty clutch assembly

📐 Dimensions

Length:

4406 mm (173.5 in)

Width:

1720 mm (67.7 in)

Height:

1420 mm (55.9 in)

Curb Weight:

1650 kg (3638 lbs)

Gross Weight Rating:

Approx. 2100 kg (4630 lbs)

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Ratings:

Not comprehensively rated by modern standards; built to 1990s safety standards.

Braking System:

AP Racing 4-piston calipers, 322mm vented discs (front), 299mm vented discs (rear)

ABS:

Standard

Airbags:

Driver and passenger airbags

Seatbelts:

Pre-tensioning seatbelts

Chassis Reinforcement:

Enhanced body rigidity for performance applications

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Premium Audi Symphony system (optional), typically with CD player and cassette.

Climate Control:

Automatic climate control (Climatronic) standard on many models.

Cruise Control:

Standard

Stability Control:

Traction Control System (ASR - Anti-Slip Regulation) standard, integrated with Quattro.

Connectivity Features:

Basic for its era; typically involved analog systems.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or annually, depending on usage. Check manual for specifics.

Timing Belt Replacement:

Recommended every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 4-5 years. Critical due to interference engine design.

Engine Oil Specification:

Synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-50 (e.g., Castrol GTX High Mileage or similar quality meeting VW 500 00 / 505 00 standards)

Coolant Type:

G12 or G12+ (pink) ethylene glycol-based coolant (or compatible)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 4 (high performance, low viscosity)

Transmission Fluid:

API GL-4 or GL-5 (e.g., Mobilube 75W-90 or equivalent)

Differential Fluid:

API GL-5 (e.g., Mobilube 75W-90 or equivalent)

Common Problems:

Turbocharger seal leaks, oil consumption, valve stem seals, vacuum line deterioration, aging wiring harness components, potential ABS sensor issues, clutch wear due to high torque.

Oil Filter Part Number:

Mann-Filter HU 719/1 x, Mahle OC 190, Bosch 0 451 104 076 (ensure compatibility)

Air Filter Part Number:

Mann-Filter C 35145, Mahle LX 66 (ensure compatibility)

📚 Vehicle History

Heritage:

Audi's reputation for Quattro all-wheel-drive and turbocharged performance, building on the success of models like the Ur-Quattro and Audi Sport's rally success.

Evolution:

Developed in collaboration with Porsche; based on the Audi 80 Avant (B4 generation) but heavily modified with Porsche engineering and components. Limited production run.

Production Years:

1994-1995

Production Location:

Ingolstadt, Germany (assembled by Porsche in Rosslyn, South Africa for some markets, though the core manufacturing was in Germany)

Production Volume:

Approximately 662 units

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Industry Recognition:

Widely considered a 'supercar' in wagon form, highly sought after by collectors, lauded for its unique performance and practicality combination.

Performance Ratings:

0-60 mph in under 5 seconds, top speed exceeding 150 mph.