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.
Fluids
Quick Lookups: Fluids — 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Service Manual : 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 1.10 QTS. 1.04 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 Part No. G 012 A8G. 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 Fuel Tank 14.63 GALS. 55.38 L 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 Part No. G 052 164. S
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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.
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