🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Audi

Model:

Coupe

Year:

1988

Vin Prefix:

127 (for Audi models)

Chassis Code:

Type 89

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Audi Coupe owners, DIY mechanics, independent repair shops

Value Proposition:

Comprehensive, dealer-level information at an accessible price point, delivered instantly

Completeness:

Covers all engines, transmissions, and vehicle variations

Format Convenience:

Simple PDF, instant download, no extra software

Usability:

Fully bookmarked for easy navigation

📋 Manual Details

All Variations:

True

Total Pages:

Approximately 10,000

Type:

Workshop Service & Repair Manual

Components:

Full Maintenance Manual, Full Wiring Manual, Full Workshop Manual

Language:

English (Assumed based on typical sales of such manuals)

Format:

PDF

Download Access:

Instant Download

Bookmarking:

Fully Bookmarked

Software Requirement:

None (No extra software needed)

Devices:

PC, Mac, Smartphone, Tablet

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Variants:

All petrol and diesel variations

Transmission Variants:

Manual and Automatic transmissions

Powertrain:

Engine, Fuel Charging and Controls, Accessory Drive, Starting System, Engine Ignition, Engine Emission Control, Intake Air Distribution, Emissions, Electronic Engine Controls, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Manual Transmission, Clutch Controls, Acceleration Control, Speed Control

Chassis:

Noise Vibration and Harshness, Suspension, Wheels and Tyres, Driveline System, Driveshaft, Bearings, Brake System, Anti-Lock Control, Steering System, Subframe and Mounting System

Electrical:

Full Wiring Manual, Battery and Charging System, Information and Entertainment Systems, Lighting, Electrical Distribution, Electronic Feature Group

Body:

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

Climate Control:

Climate Control System, Air Distribution, Control Components

Instrumentation:

Instrument and Warning Systems

General Maintenance:

Full maintenance schedule, routine service, fluid changes, filter replacements

Diagnostics:

Troubleshooting guides, fault diagnosis for all systems

Repair:

Detailed step-by-step repair procedures for all components and systems

Overhaul:

Engine and transmission overhaul procedures

Installation:

Component and system installation procedures

Body Repair:

Metal repairs, panel replacement, structural repairs

Electrical Repair:

Wiring diagrams, component testing, circuit repair

Depth:

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

📊 Manual Specifications

Quality:

High Quality PDF (assumed, for ease of use and detail)

Searchability:

Searchable text content (typical for well-produced PDFs)

Printability:

Printable pages

Binding:

N/A (Digital PDF)

Paper:

N/A (Digital PDF)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Inline 5-cylinder (common for Audi Coupe models of this era)

Engine Code Examples:

KV (2.2L 137hp), NG (2.3L 137hp), 7A (2.3L 20v 170hp)

Horsepower Range:

Approximately 115-200 hp (depending on engine variant)

Torque Range:

Approximately 160-230 Nm (depending on engine variant)

Fuel Delivery:

Bosch KE-Jetronic or Digifant fuel injection (typical)

Fuel Requirement:

Unleaded petrol (Octane rating as specified in manual)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

5-speed Manual Transmission (Common)

Transmission Type:

4-speed Automatic Transmission (Optional)

Drivetrain:

Front-wheel drive (FWD) standard, Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) optional on some variants

📐 Dimensions

Body Style:

2-door Coupe

Length Approx:

4400 mm

Width Approx:

1730 mm

Height Approx:

1370 mm

Curb Weight Approx:

1250-1400 kg (depending on engine and equipment)

🛡️ Safety Features

Crash Test Data:

ERA era safety standards (refer to manual for specific details)

ABS:

Anti-lock Braking System (Optional on many models)

Airbags:

Driver airbag typically optional or unavailable for this year

Seatbelts:

Front 3-point seatbelts with pretensioners (standard)

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory fitted radio/cassette player, often with 4-speaker system

Cruise Control:

Optional

Connectivity Features:

N/A (Basic era technology)

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically 7,500-10,000 miles or 12 months (refer to manual for exact specifications)

Timing Belt Interval:

Every 40,000-60,000 miles or 4-5 years (critical for 5-cylinder engines, refer to manual)

Engine Oil Type:

API SG or higher, SAE 5W-40 or 10W-40 (refer to manual for exact viscosity and API rating)

Coolant Type:

G11 type antifreeze (blue/green) mixed 50/50 with distilled water

Transmission Fluid Manual:

GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil

Transmission Fluid Automatic:

ATF Dexron II or III

Common Problems:

Electrical gremlins, fuel distributor issues (Jetronic), rust (especially around wheel arches and sills), worn suspension components, aging rubber seals and hoses

Timing Belt Failure:

Catastrophic engine damage if timing belt breaks

Oil Filter Example:

Mann-Filter W920/10, Mahle OX 36/1D, Bosch 0 451 103 274 (verify for specific engine)

📚 Vehicle History

Audi Heritage:

Audi's reputation for engineering, quattro technology, and luxurious interiors

Audi Coupe Lineage:

Part of the Audi Coupe lineage, succeeding the Audi 80 Coupe, known for sporty design and performance

Production Era:

The Type 89 platform was introduced in 1986, with the Coupe variant following shortly after. The 1988 model falls within the early to mid-production life of this generation.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Award Type:

N/A (Specific awards for this particular model year are not commonly cited, focus is on inherent quality)