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.
2016 Audi S8 PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Oil Distribution
Transmission with Separated Oil System
- The protective pipe -2- is free of oil, the transfer case -1- and the front final drive -3- as sealed with a shaft seal to side shaft.
- Allocation. Refer to TRANSMISSION-ENGINE ALLOCATION .
Transmission with Combined Oil System
- The oil chambers inside the front final drive -3- and inside the transfer case -1- are consolidated via the protective pipe -2-.
- The side shaft runs in gear oil in the protective pipe.
- Allocation. Refer to TRANSMISSION-ENGINE ALLOCATION
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.