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.
2021 Audi R8 Performance, 2D ConvertibleFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.30 OZS. | 0.15 L | S | ||||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-1234yf | 1.63 LBS. | 0.73 KG | R-1234yf | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | w/R-134a | 1.80 LBS. | 0.81 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Initial Fill | 12.40 QTS. | 11.73 L | VOLKSWAGEN Automatic Transmission Fluid | Initial Fill (AWD) Coupling: 0.79 qts. Refill (AWD) Coupling: 0.77 qts. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | Part No. B 000 750 M3. Part numbers are for reference only. Approximate capacity. | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | AWD | Front Final Drive,Initial Fill | 0.58 QTS. | 0.54 L | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | AWD | Front Final Drive,Refill | 0.53 QTS. | 0.5 L | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 26.40 QTS. | 24.98 L | S | ||||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 8.80 QTS. | 8.32 L | AUDI High Performance Genuine Engine Oil SAE 0W-30. VW 504 00 | 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.