Target Audience:
Professional technicians and DIY owners performing their own service and repair
Segment:
Entry-luxury compact sport sedan and wagon
Competitors:
BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus IS 300
Competitive Advantage:
Standard quattro all-wheel drive availability and refined turbocharged engines
Engines:
1.8T turbocharged inline-4 and 2.8L V6
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive or quattro permanent all-wheel drive
Interior:
Driver-oriented cockpit layout with premium materials
Suspension:
Four-link front suspension and independent rear suspension
Manual Type:
Complete factory-style service, repair and workshop manual
Coverage Areas:
Every system: engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, electrical, body and diagnostics
Page Count:
Thousands of pages in digital form - complete unabridged content
File Format:
PDF, fully printable
Delivery Method:
Instant download upon completion of payment - no shipping, no CD, no waiting
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics and specifications
Engine:
1.8T and 2.8L V6 mechanical repair, rebuild and overhaul
Fuel and Ignition:
Bosch Motronic engine management, fuel injection and ignition systems
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission service and repair
Drivetrain:
quattro all-wheel drive, differentials and driveshafts
Suspension and Steering:
Front and rear suspension, four-link front axle, power steering
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, ABS, discs, pads and parking brake
Electrical:
Complete wiring schematics, component locations and testing procedures
Climate Control:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning service
Body and Interior:
Body panels, trim, doors, windows, locks and interior components
Restraints:
Airbag and seatbelt systems with safety precautions
Diagnostics:
Fault-finding and troubleshooting for every system
Step-by-Step Repair:
Removal, disassembly, inspection, reassembly and installation
Maintenance:
Scheduled service, fluid changes and adjustments
Rebuild Procedures:
Engine, transmission and component rebuild instructions
Specifications:
Torque specs, tolerances, clearances and adjustment values
Special Tools:
Special tool requirements identified where needed
Depth:
Complete factory-level detail down to component overhaul
Illustrations:
Exploded views, diagrams and wiring schematics throughout
Printable:
All pages printable - print only what you need for the workshop
Part Identification:
Component names, part numbers and exploded diagrams
Fluid Capacities:
Recommended fluids and fill quantities
Torque Values:
Fastener torque specifications throughout procedures
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
1.8L turbocharged inline-4 (1.8T, 20-valve)
Optional Engine:
2.8L 30-valve V6
1.8T Output:
Approximately 170 hp at 5,900 rpm, 166 lb-ft torque
2.8L V6 Output:
Approximately 190 hp at 6,000 rpm, 207 lb-ft torque
Redline:
Approximately 6,500 rpm depending on engine
Type:
Multi-point / sequential electronic fuel injection (Bosch Motronic)
Aspiration:
1.8T: turbocharged with intercooler; 2.8L: naturally aspirated
Fuel Requirement:
Premium unleaded (91 octane or higher recommended)
Forced Induction:
K03 turbocharger on 1.8T with side-mounted intercooler
Cooling:
Liquid-cooled, pressurized system with electric fans
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual
Optional Transmission:
5-speed automatic with Tiptronic manual shift mode
Drivetrain:
quattro permanent all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive (FWD typically with automatic)
Clutch:
Hydraulically actuated single-plate clutch (manual)
Final Drive:
Model-dependent ratios; quattro uses Torsen center differential
Differential Fluid:
Specified gear oil quantities and procedures covered in the manual
Wheelbase:
Approximately 102.6 in (2,606 mm)
Length:
Approximately 176.3 in (4,478 mm) sedan
Width:
Approximately 68.2 in (1,732 mm)
Height:
Approximately 56.2 in (1,428 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,100-3,400 lb depending on engine and drivetrain
GVWR:
N/A - not specified in this listing, see manual for exact figures
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Traction:
quattro all-wheel drive enhances traction (where equipped)
Stability:
ESP available on later 2001 builds depending on model
Airbags:
Dual front airbags; front side airbags standard
Seatbelts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners front and rear
Structure:
Reinforced passenger safety cell with crumple zones
Head Restraints:
Adjustable front head restraints
Crash Test Ratings:
Strong performer in IIHS and NHTSA testing for the era - see NHTSA/IIHS for official results
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with cassette, optional Concert radio with CD changer
Speakers:
Multi-speaker premium audio available
Instrumentation:
Driver information system available with check control messages
Cruise Control:
Standard electronic cruise control
Rain Sensing:
Intermittent wipers with adjustable interval
Power Accessories:
Power windows, mirrors and central locking
Oil Change:
Approximately every 5,000-7,500 miles depending on service plan
Spark Plugs:
Per scheduled service intervals; tune-up procedures in manual
Timing Belt:
1.8T: approximately 60,000-75,000 miles; 2.8L V6: approximately 75,000-90,000 miles
Brake Fluid:
Flush approximately every 2 years
Engine Oil:
Synthetic oil meeting VW 502 00 specification (5W-40 or 5W-30)
Coolant:
VW/Audi G12 (pink) phosphate-free coolant
Transmission Fluid:
OEM-specified gear oil (manual) or ATF (automatic)
1.8T Oil Sludge:
Prevented by strict synthetic oil change intervals
Turbo Items:
Diverter valve and turbo supply lines are common wear items
Suspension:
Control arm bushings and tie rods wear commonly
Timing Belt:
Water pump typically replaced with timing belt service
Manufacturer:
Audi AG, Ingolstadt, Germany - part of Volkswagen Group
Brand Note:
Pioneer of quattro all-wheel drive technology since 1980
First Generation:
A4 launched in 1994 as B5 platform, replacing the 80/90
1996:
B5 A4 introduced to North America with 1.8T and V6 engines
2000-2001:
Mid-cycle updates including revised fascias and optional ESP
Production Location:
Ingolstadt, Germany; North American models also built in Neckarsulm, Germany
Model Year:
2001 final years of the B5 generation before B6 replacement in 2002