General Information:
Includes general vehicle information, identification, and specifications.
Accessories Equipment:
Details on factory-installed and dealer-installed accessories and optional equipment.
Audio Visual Telematics:
Covers the diagnosis, repair, and operation of audio systems, navigation, and telematics.
Brakes:
Comprehensive coverage of hydraulic and electronic brake systems, including ABS and EBD.
Driveline Axle:
Includes front and rear axle assemblies, drive shafts, CV joints, and differential systems.
Electrical:
Extensive coverage of the vehicle's electrical system, including batteries, charging, starting, and ignition.
Lights:
Details on exterior and interior lighting systems, including headlights, taillights, and cabin lighting.
Restraints:
Focuses on the airbag system, seatbelts, and pre-tensioners, including diagnostic procedures.
Steering:
Covers hydraulic power steering system, steering column, and steering rack.
Suspension:
Detailed information on front and rear suspension components, including adaptive damping systems.
Body Frame Interior Exterior:
Includes body panel repairs, interior trim, seat adjustments, and weatherstripping.
Mechanical Engine:
Comprehensive engine mechanicals for all variants, including disassembly, assembly, and inspection.
Transmission:
Detailed coverage of automatic transmission systems, including maintenance and repair.
Tire Wheels:
Information on tire maintenance, wheel balancing, and alignment specifications.
HVAC:
Covers heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, including refrigerant handling and component diagnosis.
Wiring Diagrams:
Extensive and detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
Maintenance:
Includes scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, and inspections.
Troubleshooting:
Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common and uncommon faults.
Repair:
Detailed instructions for the repair and replacement of all major and minor components.
Rebuild:
Includes procedures for the complete overhaul and rebuilding of engine and transmission assemblies.
Diagnostics:
Covers diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), diagnostic tool usage, and symptom-based troubleshooting.
Depth Level:
Comprehensive factory-level technical information.
Scope:
Covers all aspects from basic maintenance to complex electronic system diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
NHTSA Crash Test Rating:
Likely 4 or 5 stars based on contemporary luxury vehicle standards (specific data for 2001 may vary).
Active Safety Systems:
Traction Control (ASR), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
Passive Safety Features:
Front airbags, side airbags, curtain airbags, seatbelt pre-tensioners.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles (12,000 to 16,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, depending on driving conditions.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Vehicles with V8 engines in this era often utilize timing chains, eliminating the need for periodic belt replacement.
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30, meeting VW 502 00 or 503 00 specifications.
Coolant Type:
G 12 Plus (pink) or G 12++ (purple), ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant.
Common Issues:
Electrical gremlins (especially window regulators and central locking), ignition coil failure, coolant leaks (especially from thermostat housing and expansion tank), transmission control module issues, and suspension component wear (e.g., control arms).
