Market Position:
High-performance luxury sport sedan, targeting enthusiasts and those seeking premium performance and engineering
Competitive Analysis:
Competed against other high-performance sedans from brands like BMW (M5), Mercedes-Benz (E-Class AMG), and Porsche (Panamera, although later).
Key Features:
Twin-turbocharged V8 engine, Quattro all-wheel drive, advanced suspension and braking systems, spacious and luxurious interior, discreet yet aggressive styling.
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides essential, dealer-level information for owners and independent mechanics, enabling cost savings on maintenance and repairs, and facilitating better understanding of the vehicle's complex systems.
Manual Coverage:
Comprehensive service, repair, diagnosis, and troubleshooting
Page Count:
Not specified, but described as 'complete and intact'
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Manual Purpose:
To provide a complete resource for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the Audi RS6 C5 2004 to manufacturer standards.
Systems Covered:
General Information, Engine Mechanical, Engine Electrical, Emission Control, Fuel System, Clutch System, Manual Transaxle, Automatic Transaxle, Driveshaft and Axle, Suspension System, Steering System, Restraint System, Brake System, Body (Interior and Exterior), Body Electrical System, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Procedures Included:
Step-by-step instructions, diagnostic procedures, repair procedures, maintenance tasks, troubleshooting guides, wiring schematics, component replacement, system adjustments
Technical Depth:
Dealer-level diagnostic and repair procedures, detailed specifications, diagrams, and illustrations
Diagnostic Procedures:
Includes procedures for diagnosing engine, transmission, ABS, ESP, climate control, and other electronic systems using diagnostic tools.
Repair Procedures:
Detailed, step-by-step instructions for component removal, installation, adjustment, and overhaul of all major vehicle systems.
Wiring Schematics Availability:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams for electrical systems, including engine management, lighting, HVAC, and entertainment systems.
Body And Chassis Coverage:
Detailed information on body panel repair, interior trim removal and installation, chassis components, and rust prevention.
Electrical System Coverage:
Comprehensive coverage of lighting, power windows, locks, mirrors, MMI system (if applicable for the generation), diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and fuse/relay locations.
File Format Details:
PDF format compatible with PC, Mac, and various mobile devices; requires Adobe PDF Reader
Print Quality:
Printable pages, allowing for clean, easy-to-read hard copies for workshop use
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
File Quality:
High-resolution PDF ensuring clarity of text, diagrams, and illustrations.
Engine Code:
2.7L V8 Bi-Turbo (2.7T)
Horsepower:
450 PS (444 hp; 331 kW) at 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 Nm (435 lb-ft) at 1950–5500 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Turbocharging:
Twin-turbocharged
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled
Engine Block Material:
Aluminum alloy
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum alloy
Valvetrain Configuration:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshafts), 5 valves per cylinder (2 intake, 3 exhaust)
Transmission Type:
5-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission
Optional Transmission:
6-speed manual transmission (rarely offered in some markets)
Drive Type:
Quattro permanent all-wheel drive
Towing Capacity:
Not typically specified or recommended for towing due to performance focus.
Safety Ratings:
Not officially rated by common agencies like NHTSA/Euro NCAP for this specific model year and trim, but built to high Audi safety standards of the era.
Active Safety Features:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Traction Control System (ASR), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Quattro all-wheel drive.
Passive Safety Features:
Front airbags, side airbags, head airbags, front and rear crumple zones, reinforced safety cage, seatbelt pre-tensioners.
Front Brakes:
Ventilated discs, typically 360 mm diameter
Rear Brakes:
Ventilated discs, typically 330 mm diameter
Infotainment System:
Audi Navigation System Plus (RNS-D or similar), premium audio systems (e.g., Bose).
Driver Assistance Features:
Parking sensors (front and rear), cruise control, automatic climate control.
Connectivity Options:
Typically limited to CD changer integration, optional satellite radio preparation.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 - 10,000 miles or 12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil used (refer to manual for specifics).
Timing Belt Interval:
Not applicable; utilizes a timing chain system.
Engine Oil Specification:
VW 503.01 or similar high-performance synthetic oil (e.g., 0W-30, 5W-30). Exact viscosity and specification required for optimal performance and protection.
Coolant Type:
G12 or G12+ ethylene glycol-based coolant (Audi/VW specified).
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
G 052 162 A2 or equivalent ATF specification.
Differential Fluid Front Rear:
VW G 052 145 A1 or equivalent synthetic gear oil.
Common Issues:
Coil pack failures, fuel pump issues, carbon buildup in engine, power steering leaks, HVAC blower motor failures, potential transmission issues in higher mileage vehicles.
Spark Plug Part Number Example:
NGK PFR6Q (or equivalent).
Oil Filter Part Number Example:
Mann-Filter HU 715/1 x, Mahle KL 92.
Standard Tire Size:
255/35 ZR19
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
5x112
Wheel Offset Example:
ET 25
Brand Heritage:
Audi's reputation for quattro all-wheel drive, advanced technology, and luxury performance vehicles.
Model Evolution:
The RS6 C5 represents a significant step in Audi's RS (RennSport) lineage, building on the performance heritage of models like the RS2 Avant. It was a direct competitor to established German performance sedans.
Production Years:
2002-2004
Manufacturing Location:
Germany
Model Positioning:
The flagship performance sedan of the Audi A6 line, designated by the 'RS' (RennSport) moniker, signifying its focus on track-inspired performance and handling.
