🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Audi

Model:

90 B3

Model Generation:

B3

Production Years Covered:

1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Do-it-yourselfer and experienced mechanic

Value Proposition:

Inexpensive way to keep vehicle working properly

Advantage Over Physical Manuals:

No shipping costs, instant access, cost-effective alternative to paper textbooks or CD-ROMs

Completeness:

COMPLETE official full factory service repair manual, ALL STYLES COVERED

Searchability:

Numbered table of contents for fast information retrieval

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Workshop Service Repair

Estimated Page Count:

Hundreds of Pages

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

File Format:

PDF (Download)

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service:

Included

Transmission Service:

Included

Brake System:

Included

Electrical System:

Included

Wiring Diagrams:

Included

Suspension System:

Included

Steering System:

Included

Cooling System:

Included

Fuel Injection System:

Included

Fuel System:

Included

Emission System:

Included

HVAC System:

Included

Engine Control System:

Included

Chassis And Body:

Included

Restraint System:

Included

Interior Systems:

Included

Differential And Drive Systems:

Included

Axle Systems:

Included

General Maintenance:

Included

Troubleshooting:

Included

Periodic Lubrication:

Included

Chassis Components:

Chassis/Body section implies coverage of frame, subframes, body panels, and their repair.

Repair Procedures:

Step-by-step instructions based on complete disassembly

Diagnostic Procedures:

Detailed troubleshooting and electrical service procedures

Engine Rebuild:

Implied coverage of engine service/repair with 'complete disassembly' indicates procedures for engine rebuilds.

Body Repair:

Implied in Chassis/Body coverage, potentially including panel alignment, rust repair, and trim removal.

Depth:

Comprehensive official full factory service and repair information

Illustrations:

Hundreds of photos and illustrations, enlarged inset views

Guidance Style:

Numbered instructions, bold figure numbers, detailed substeps

Critical Information:

Notes, cautions, and warnings throughout each chapter

Diagnostic Tools:

The manual's detailed troubleshooting and electrical sections suggest guidance on using basic diagnostic tools and interpreting electrical system behavior.

Electrical Diagnostics:

Combined troubleshooting and detailed wiring diagrams facilitate in-depth electrical system diagnostics.

📊 Manual Specifications

Readability:

Adobe PDF Reader compatible

Compatibility:

Works under all PC-based Windows operating systems and Mac

Printability:

Printable in its entirety or individual pages without restriction

Binding Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

Delivery Method:

Instant Download Link (Post-Payment)

Storage Options:

Can be saved to your hard-drive or burned to CD-ROM.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Types Covered:

Multiple engine variants of the Audi 90 B3 (details not explicitly provided in product info but implied by 'ALL STYLES COVERED')

Performance Data:

Manual will contain specifications for horsepower, torque, and other performance metrics for various engine options.

Fuel System Coverage:

Fuel Injection and Fuel System service and repair are explicitly covered.

Engine Displacements:

Typically included 2.0L and 2.3L inline-5 cylinder engines for the 90 model. Manual will detail specific bore, stroke, and displacement for each.

🔧 Transmission

Standard Transmission Type:

Manual transmission details will be covered (specific types like 5-speed manual are common for this era).

Optional Transmission Type:

Automatic transmission details will be covered (specific types like 4-speed automatic are common for this era).

Transmission Coverage:

Transmission Service / Repair is a key section, implying coverage of internal components, fluid changes, clutch, and related systems.

Quattro AWD:

The manual will cover both Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and Quattro All-Wheel Drive (AWD) variants, including their respective transmission and differential systems.

📐 Dimensions

Body Styles:

The B3 platform was primarily offered as a sedan (4-door) and coupe (2-door). The manual covers 'ALL STYLES'.

🛡️ Safety Features

Safety Features:

Restraint System coverage indicates information on airbags (if equipped by year/trim), seatbelts, and related safety components.

Active Safety Systems:

Brake system coverage will detail ABS (if equipped), hydraulic systems, and service procedures for these components.

Passive Safety Features:

Chassis/Body and Interior sections will provide details on structural integrity and interior safety components.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment Systems:

While specific infotainment details for the 1986-1991 era might be basic by modern standards, the manual will cover the operation and maintenance of the car's original radio, speakers, and climate control systems.

Driver Assistance Features:

The manual covers the electrical system and diagnosis, which would include the function and troubleshooting of any driver assistance systems available at the time, such as ABS.

Connectivity Features:

Connectivity in this era was limited. The manual would cover the vehicle's wiring for any factory-installed communication or alarm systems.

🔧 Maintenance

Maintenance Schedules:

The manual will provide detailed recommendations for general maintenance and periodic lubrication, including typical intervals for oil changes, filter replacements, and other routine services.

Fluid Types:

The manual will specify required fluids for engine oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, and differential oil, along with their correct specifications (e.g., viscosity grades, types).

Engine Oil Capacity Spec:

Manual will provide specific engine oil capacities and API service classifications (e.g., API SG or equivalent).

Coolant Spec:

Manual will specify the type of antifreeze/coolant (e.g., G11 silicate-based) and the correct mixture ratio.

Common Wear Items:

As a comprehensive manual, it will guide on servicing and replacing common wear items like belts, hoses, brake pads, suspension bushings, and ignition components typical for vehicles of this age.

📚 Vehicle History

Audi Heritage:

The Audi 90 represents a period of Audi's growth and refinement in the premium segment, known for its Quattro all-wheel-drive technology and advanced engineering for its time.

B3 Generation Characteristics:

The B3 generation (Typ 89) of the Audi 80/90 introduced a more aerodynamic and refined design compared to its predecessors, featuring composite headlights and a more integrated body style.

Production Period:

1986-1991

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Model Reputation:

The Audi 90 B3 was recognized for its build quality, sophisticated design, and the availability of the groundbreaking Quattro all-wheel-drive system, which enhanced its reputation for handling and performance.