CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, radio will go into anti-theft protection mode. Obtain radio anti-theft protection code from owner prior to servicing vehicle.

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application	Amp Hr. Rating
A4	70

FLUID CAPACITIES

Application

Quantity

Crankcase (Includes Filter)

5.3 Qts. (5.0L)

Cooling System (Includes Heater)

6.9 Qts. (6.5L)

Automatic Transmission

Initial Fill ⁽¹⁾

9.25 Qts. (8.8L)

Fluid Change ⁽¹⁾

⁽²⁾ 2.7 Qts. (2.6L)

Final Drive (Differential)

Front Differential

Initial Fill (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic)

.84 Qt. (.8L)

Fluid Change (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic)

.79 Qt. (.75L)

Center Differential (Quattro)

Initial Fill (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic)

.84 Qt. (.8L)

Fluid Change (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic)

.79 Qt. (.75L)

Rear Differential (Quattro)

Initial Fill (SAE 90W)

2.0 Qts. (1.9L)

Fluid Change (SAE 90W)

1.9 Qts. (1.8L)

Manual Transmission (SAE 75W-90 Synthetic)

Except Quattro

2.4 Qts. (2.3L)

Quattro

2.9 Qts. (2.7L)

⁽¹⁾	Use fluid ESSO EGL 71141. Color is Yellow. Do not use additives.

⁽²⁾	Fluid change capacity is up to 3.7 qts. if pan is removed.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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