Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2010 Audi A3 2.0 TDIFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.50 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Initial Fill | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 052 182 A2 | Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Refill | 5.70 QTS. | 5.39 L | VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid G 052 182 A2 | Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | Part No. B 000 750. | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | Haldex Clutch,Initial Fill | 0.89 QTS. | 0.84 L | Part No. G 060 175 A2. | S | ||
| Clutch Fluid | Haldex Clutch,Refill | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | Part No. G 060 175 A2. | S | ||
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | Initial Fill | 4.50 GALS. | 17.03 L | S | |||
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | Refill | 3.95 GALS. | 14.95 L | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Trans Mfr CD 02E | Rear Final Drive | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | Part No. G 052 145 A1. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Diesel | 9.20 QTS. | 8.7 L | Coolant additive G12++ | The cooling system has been filled at the factory with permanent coolant which DOES NOT need to be changed. Even in an emergency, if the coolant additive G12++. G12+ or G12 is not available, do not use a different additive. Use plain water instead until you get the correct additive and can restore the correct ratio. This should be done as soon as possible. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Diesel | w/Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | SAE 0W-30 VW 508 00 | Refer to Audi's Engine Oil Overwiew chart: Specialty Engine Oils. Version 7 -/21/2021. | S |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | Part No. G 052 171 A2. | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | Bevel Box | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | Part No. G 052 145 S2. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | Windshield Only | 3.10 QTS. | 2.93 L | Winterized Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | |
Factory Service Tools
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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.