🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Audi

Model:

Coupe

Model Variant:

Coupe (Typ 89)

Year:

1987

Generation Code:

B3

Chassis Code:

Typ 89

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

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

Advantage:

Comprehensive coverage across all variations, simple PDF format, instant download, high page count.

Completeness:

Covers every engine and variation, including petrol and diesel, manual and automatic transmissions.

Usability:

Compatible with PC, Mac, Smartphone, or Tablet; fully bookmarked for easy navigation.

Style:

Dealer-level factory manual style.

📋 Manual Details

Overall Coverage:

Comprehensive service, repair, and maintenance for all engine and transmission variations.

Specific Sections:

Full maintenance, full wiring, full workshop manuals.

Total Pages:

~10,000

Type:

Workshop Service and Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF

Accessibility:

Instant download, no extra software needed.

Bookmarking:

Fully bookmarked for ease of use.

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Systems:

Engine system, fuel charging and controls, accessory drive, starting system, engine ignition, engine emission control, intake air distribution, emissions, electronic engine controls, fuel system, exhaust system.

Drivetrain Systems:

Driveline system, driveshaft, bearings, manual transmission, clutch controls.

Chassis Systems:

Suspension, wheels and tyres, brake system, anti-lock control, steering system, subframe and mounting system.

Electrical Systems:

Full wiring manual, battery and charging system, lighting, electrical distribution, electronic feature group.

Body Systems:

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.

Comfort Systems:

Climate control system, air distribution, control components, information and entertainment systems.

Driver Controls:

Acceleration control, speed control, instrument and warning systems.

Fuel System Details:

Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, fuel injectors, fuel pressure regulator.

Ignition System Details:

Distributor, ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug wires, ignition control module.

Cooling System Details:

Radiator, fan, thermostat, water pump, coolant hoses, heater core.

Exhaust System Details:

Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter (if equipped), muffler, exhaust pipes, oxygen sensor.

Maintenance:

Full maintenance manual, service information, service intervals, fluid specifications.

Repair:

Detailed repair procedures for all major systems.

Diagnostics:

Troubleshooting, noise vibration and harshness (NVH) analysis.

Identification:

Identification codes, VIN decoding.

Jacking Lifting:

Jacking and lifting procedures.

Depth:

Dealer level factory manual, covering all elements of service and repair.

Diagnostics Depth:

Includes troubleshooting charts, diagnostic procedures, and symptom-based problem solving.

📊 Manual Specifications

Quality:

High quality PDF, suitable for viewing and printing.

Printability:

Printable pages.

Binding:

Not applicable (digital PDF).

Paper:

Not applicable (digital PDF).

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type Coverage:

Petrol and Diesel variations.

Engine Options 1987:

Likely includes 2.0L (e.g., KV 5-cylinder, NG 4-cylinder), 2.3L (e.g., NF 5-cylinder), and potentially 1.8L and turbodiesel (e.g., DE) variants, though specific displacements are not detailed in the product info.

Fuel Delivery:

Fuel injection (likely K-Jetronic or Motronic depending on engine), Carburetion (less common in '87 but possible on base models).

ECU:

Electronic Engine Controls (detailed in manual).

Engine Variations:

Petrol (e.g., 4-cylinder, 5-cylinder) and Diesel engines.

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Types Covered:

Manual and Automatic transmissions.

Clutch System:

Clutch Controls (detailed in manual).

Gearbox Overhaul:

Detailed procedures for manual transmission overhaul and repair.

📐 Dimensions

Body Style:

Coupe (2-door hardtop).

Wheelbase:

Approximately 2550 mm (for B3 generation).

Track Width:

Varies by model, typically around 1450 mm front / 1430 mm rear.

Curb Weight:

Varies by engine and options, typically 1200-1350 kg for 1987 models.

🛡️ Safety Features

Seatbelts:

Safety Belt System (detailed in manual).

Brakes:

Brake System, Anti-Lock Control (detailed in manual).

Crash Testing:

While official Euro NCAP or NHTSA ratings for this specific 1987 model are not readily available, the manual would cover structural integrity and safety systems relevant at the time.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory fitted radios, often with cassette players. Manual covers removal, installation, and wiring.

ABS:

Anti-Lock Control system coverage.

Wiring Diagrams:

Comprehensive wiring diagrams for all electronic systems are included.

🔧 Maintenance

General Intervals:

Typical intervals for 1980s German cars: Oil changes every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) or annually. Major services (timing belt, spark plugs, fluid flushes) every 30,000-60,000 miles (50,000-100,000 km).

Engine Oil:

Likely SAE 5W-40 or 10W-40, meeting VW 500.00 or 501.01 specifications (manual will confirm exact spec).

Coolant:

G11 (blue/green) ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant.

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.

Transmission Fluid Manual:

Gear oil, e.g., SAE 75W-90 GL-4.

Transmission Fluid Auto:

ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid), e.g., Dexron II or III (manual will confirm exact spec).

Power Steering Fluid:

Hydraulic fluid, typically Pentosin CHF 11S or similar (manual confirmation required).

Differential Fluid:

GL-5 gear oil, e.g., 75W-90, for manual transmission rear differentials (if applicable).

Common Problems:

Corrosion (wheel arches, sills), aging rubber components (hoses, mounts), electrical gremlins (especially dashboard illumination and sensors), fuel distributor issues on K-Jetronic systems, water ingress into the cabin.

Common Engine Issues:

Oil leaks from seals and gaskets, valve stem seals, timing belt maintenance crucial.

Common Suspension Issues:

Worn control arm bushings, ball joints, and shock absorbers.

Parts Availability:

Some specific parts might be scarce, but common wear items are generally available or have aftermarket replacements.

📚 Vehicle History

Audi History:

Audi's reputation for engineering and design, particularly in the Quattro era and sporty coupes.

Coupe B3 Development:

The B3 generation Coupe (Typ 89) was introduced in 1988 for the 1989 model year, sharing platform elements with the Audi 80/90. The 1987 date in the manual title likely refers to a preparatory manual or early production run for this generation, or the manual covers earlier related Coupe models in the same series if this is a compilation.

Predecessors:

Followed models like the Audi Coupe GT (Typ 85).

Manufacturing Period:

The B3 Coupe was produced from 1988 to 1996.