Positioning:
Premium compact sports car, celebrated for its distinctive design and driving dynamics.
Competitors:
BMW Z3/Z4, Porsche Boxster, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Honda S2000
Design:
Iconic Bauhaus-inspired 'round' design aesthetic, distinctive 'bubble' silhouette.
Drivetrain Options:
Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and Audi's signature quattro All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for enhanced traction and performance.
Primary Coverage:
North America, Europe, and global markets
Estimated Page Count:
Varies by specific engine/drivetrain configuration, typically 1500-2500+ pages
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Powertrain:
Engine (1.8T FSI and VR6 variants), Drivetrain (FWD and Quattro AWD), Transmission (5-speed Manual, 6-speed Manual, Tiptronic Automatic)
Chassis:
Suspension (front McPherson strut, rear multi-link), Steering (power rack-and-pinion), Brakes (front ventilated discs, rear discs)
Body And Interior:
Exterior body panels, interior trim, seats, HVAC system, comfort controls
Electrical:
Engine control unit (ECU), ignition system, fuel injection, lighting, power windows/locks, infotainment, sensors, wiring diagrams
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, belt replacement
Repair:
Engine mechanical repair, transmission overhaul, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical component diagnosis and repair, bodywork repair
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting common problems, fault code interpretation, diagnostic procedures for all major systems
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds)
Engine Code Range:
AGU, AUM, AUQ, APX, BAM, AVV, BFV (1.8T 20v Turbocharged)
Engine Code Range V6:
BDE, AQP, BWW (3.2L VR6)
1.8T Horsepower:
150 hp, 180 hp, 210 hp (depending on year and variant)
3.2 Vr6 Horsepower:
250 hp
1.8T Torque:
169 lb-ft, 173 lb-ft, 207 lb-ft (depending on variant)
3.2 Vr6 Torque:
236 lb-ft
Induction:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) with Turbocharged direct injection (FSI) for later 1.8T variants
Standard Transmission:
5-speed Manual (early 1.8T models)
Optional Transmission:
6-speed Manual (later 1.8T models, all 3.2 VR6)
Automatic Transmission:
Tiptronic 6-speed Automatic (option on some 1.8T and 3.2 models)
Quattro AWD:
Engages automatically via Haldex coupling for enhanced traction.
NHTSA Ratings:
Good (earlier models, frontal impact) - specific ratings may vary by model year and testing protocols.
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard on most models (ESP), often with traction control.
Airbags:
Front airbags, side airbags.
Rollover Protection:
Integrated rollover protection structure (ROPS) for Roadster model.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 - 10,000 miles (12,000 - 15,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Timing Belt Replacement 1.8T:
Recommended every 60,000 - 90,000 miles (96,000 - 144,000 km).
Engine Oil Type:
Synthetic 5W-40 or 5W-30, meeting VW 502.00/505.00 specifications.
Coolant Type:
G12 or G12+ (VW specification) Pink/Red coolant.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
G 052 171 A2 (or equivalent GL-4/GL-5) for manual transmissions.
Transmission Fluid Tiptronic:
G 055 025 A2 (or equivalent ATF for 01M/09G transmissions).
Ignition Coils:
Failures in 1.8T ignition coils, leading to misfires.
Oil Leaks:
Common oil leaks from valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, and oil cooler seals.
ABS Sensor Failure:
ABS wheel speed sensor failures leading to ABS and ESP warning lights.
Turbocharger Issues:
Wastegate issues and turbocharger wear on higher-mileage 1.8T models.
Brand:
Audi AG, a German luxury automobile manufacturer.
Concept Origin:
Evolved from the Audi TT concept car first shown in 1995.
Production Start Year:
1998 (for the 1999 model year)
Production End Year:
2006
Manufacturing Location:
Audi's Ingolstadt plant, Germany.
