🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Audi

Model:

Coupe

Model Code:

Typ 89 (Second Generation)

Body Style:

2-door Coupe

Generation Name:

B3/B4 Platform

Production Years Covered By Manual:

1983 (likely covering early B2 platform variants and the transition to B3)

Vin Prefix General:

WUA (for Audi, though VIN structures can vary by region and year)

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Audi Coupe owners, independent repair shops, enthusiasts seeking professional-level maintenance and repair information.

Value Proposition:

Offers a comprehensive, dealer-level resource in a convenient, accessible PDF format at an estimated low cost compared to physical manuals.

Convenience:

Instant download, PDF format, compatible with multiple devices, no additional software required.

Completeness:

Covers all variations, engines, transmissions, and systems in extensive detail.

Ease Of Use:

Fully bookmarked PDF for efficient navigation.

📋 Manual Details

Comprehensive Coverage:

Yes, includes all variations, engines, transmissions, and systems.

Estimated Page Count:

~10,000

Manual Classification:

Workshop Service and Repair Manual, Factory-Style Dealer Manual

Language:

Likely English (based on product description, standard for workshop manuals of this era).

Digital Format:

PDF

Download Availability:

Instant Download

Software Requirement:

None required (no extra software or gimmicks).

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine (all petrol and diesel variations), Fuel Charging & Controls, Accessory Drive, Starting System, Engine Ignition, Engine Emission Control, Intake Air Distribution, Emissions, Electronic Engine Controls, Exhaust System, Fuel System, Manual Transmission, Clutch Controls.

Drivetrain And Chassis:

Suspension, Wheels and Tyres, Driveline System, Driveshaft, Bearings, Brake System, Anti-Lock Control (if equipped), Steering System.

Electrical And Electronics:

Full Wiring Manual, Battery and Charging System, Lighting, Electrical Distribution, Information and Entertainment Systems, Electronic Feature Group.

Body And Interior:

Body System, Body Panels, Interior Trim, Mirrors, Seating, Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Instrument Panel and Console, Wipers and Washers, Roof, Bumpers, Safety Belt System, Body Repairs, Metal Repairs, Subframe and Mounting System.

Comfort And Climate:

Climate Control System, Air Distribution, Control Components.

Maintenance Procedures:

Full Maintenance Manual covering routine servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance.

Repair Procedures:

Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all covered systems, including diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting:

Comprehensive troubleshooting guides and diagnostic procedures for identifying and rectifying faults.

Technical Data And Specifications:

Includes all necessary technical data, specifications, torques, clearances, and fluid recommendations.

Body Repair Procedures:

Includes procedures for metal repairs and body panel replacement.

Depth Of Information:

Dealer level factory manual quality, covering everything from basic service to advanced repair and diagnostics.

Diagnostic Capabilities:

Advanced diagnostics, especially for electronic engine controls and anti-lock braking systems.

Rebuild Procedures:

Likely includes detailed procedures for engine and transmission rebuilds.

📊 Manual Specifications

Document Format:

PDF

Searchability:

Likely searchable text within the PDF due to the inclusion of bookmarking.

Bookmarking:

Fully bookmarked for ease of navigation.

Print Readability:

Assumed to be high quality for clear readability when printed.

Binding:

N/A (Digital PDF format)

Paper Quality:

N/A (Digital PDF format)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Family Likely Covered:

VW/Audi EA827 and EA831 (various displacements and configurations including inline-four and inline-five).

Likely Petrol Engines:

1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L, 2.2L (including 5-cylinder variants like the KV, WT, and earlier GX).

Likely Diesel Engines:

Possibly 1.6L or 1.9L naturally aspirated or turbocharged diesel variants (less common for Coupe but potentially covered).

Horsepower Range Typical:

70 hp (1.6L NA) to 130 hp (2.2L 20V Turbo or early 2.3L 5-cylinder) - Exact figures vary by engine code and year.

Torque Range Typical:

90 lb-ft (1.6L NA) to 180 lb-ft (2.2L 20V Turbo) - Exact figures vary by engine code and year.

Fuel Delivery Systems:

Carburetor (early models) and Fuel Injection (CIS-K-Jetronic, Digifant, Motronic).

Engine Management:

Electronic engine controls (ECU) for fuel injection and ignition timing on later models.

🔧 Transmission

Standard Transmission Type:

5-speed Manual Transaxle

Optional Transmission Type:

3-speed or 4-speed Automatic Transaxle

Drivetrain Layout:

Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) standard, Audi quattro All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on many variants.

Transmission Fluid Specifications:

Manual: G 005 000 (or equivalent API GL-4) gear oil. Automatic: ATF Dexron II/III (or equivalent).

📐 Dimensions

Length Typical:

Approx. 4400 mm (173.2 in) for B2 generation, approx. 4450 mm (175.2 in) for B3 generation.

Width Typical:

Approx. 1690 mm (66.5 in) for B2 generation, approx. 1700 mm (66.9 in) for B3 generation.

Wheelbase Typical:

Approx. 2500 mm (98.4 in) for B2 generation, approx. 2560 mm (100.8 in) for B3 generation.

Curb Weight Range:

Approx. 1050 kg (2315 lbs) to 1350 kg (2976 lbs) depending on engine and drivetrain.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

Varies by model, typically around 1500-1650 kg.

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Data Availability:

Limited data available for this era compared to modern standards. Manual will detail passive safety systems of the time.

Braking System:

Disc brakes front, drum or disc rear. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) was optional on higher trims and later models.

Steering System Features:

Rack and Pinion steering, power steering likely optional or standard on higher trims.

Restraint Systems:

3-point seat belts front, likely 2-point belts rear. Optional front seat belt pretensioners on later models.

Body Construction:

Reinforced safety cage, crumple zones designed according to contemporary safety standards.

💡 Technology Features

Audio Systems:

Factory original Audi radios and cassette players. Manual will cover their removal, installation, and basic troubleshooting.

ABS System:

Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) coverage includes diagnostics and repair procedures for the ABS control unit, sensors, and hydraulic modulator.

Early Electronics:

Coverage of electronic engine control units (ECU), ignition control modules, and instrument cluster electronics.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval Typical:

Every 7,500-10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first.

Timing Belt Replacement Interval Typical:

Approximately 60,000 miles or 5 years for most EA827/EA831 engines. Critical maintenance item.

Engine Oil Specification Typical:

10W-40 or 15W-40 (API SG/SH rated) for petrol engines, 10W-40 or 15W-40 diesel rated for diesel engines. Check manual for specific viscosity based on climate.

Coolant Specification:

Ethylene Glycol based coolant, typically G11 (blue) or G12 (red), mixed 50/50 with distilled water.

Common Wear Items:

Ball joints, tie rod ends, wheel bearings, exhaust system components, fuel pumps, and ignition system components (distributor cap, rotor, spark plug wires).

Electrical Gremlins:

Can be prone to electrical issues related to aging wiring harnesses, relays, and sensors. The manual's wiring diagrams are invaluable here.

Rust Prone Areas:

Wheel arches, rocker panels, door bottoms, and around window seals.

📚 Vehicle History

Audi Reputation:

Audi has a long history of engineering excellence, known for quattro AWD, advanced four-valve engines, and design innovation.

Audi Coupe Lineage:

The Audi Coupe (Typ 89/B3/B4) was the successor to the Audi Coupe GT (Typ 85/B2) and represented Audi's move towards more aerodynamic and modern designs in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It was closely related to the Audi 80/90 (B3/B4) sedan.

Production Period:

The B3 Coupe generation was produced from approximately 1988 to 1996, with earlier 1983 models falling into the B2 generation Coupe GT which transitioned into the B3 platform.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Historical Acclaim:

While specific awards for the 1983 Coupe might not be widely documented, the Audi brand during this era was recognized for its engineering and design, particularly with the introduction of quattro AWD. The Coupe was part of this reputable lineage.

Consumer Reports Era Ratings:

Manual does not provide consumer ratings but equips owners to maintain their vehicles to high standards, positively impacting reliability.

Manual Certification:

Not a certification, but the manual's style and content are described as 'Dealer level factory manuals'.