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2005 Audi A4 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Audi REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Obtain the vehicle owner's radio theft protection code, then disconnect the battery ground cable. Briefly open fuel filler cap to relieve system pressure, then close it again.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Removal & Installation

On A4 and S4 mod...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove wheel trim. Pull trim cap off light-alloy wheels, using puller in vehicle tool kit.
  • Loosen bolt for drive axle outer joint by a maximum of 90°. Vehicle must be standing on its wheels to avoid risk of accident.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Screw all five wheel bolts hand-tight.
  • Remove hex bolt for drive axle outer joint.
  • Unbolt drive axle from flange shaft on transmission. If not enough space is av...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnosis Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnosis Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

A system fault stored in TPMS control module memory is indicated by a constantly illuminated yellow TPMS indicator lamp on the instrument cluster. The TPMS indicator lamp cannot be...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Open filler cap for coolant expansion tank. Cooling system is pressurized when engine is warm. Wear gloves and other protection and carefully release system pressure if required, before performing repairs.
  • Remove engine cover.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Place a suitable drain pan under engine to catch draining coolant.
  • Pull off retaining clip and pull engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor out of engine.
  • Drain coolant from radiator only.
  • Loosen clamp and remove top coolant hose from coolant pipe.
  • Remove radiator fan control module bolts and module a...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Audi -> 1996-2008 A4, 1998 Cabriolet, 2002-08 S4 & 2007-09 RS4
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 3.0 V6 GAS

On 1996-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 20,000 miles.

On 2004-09 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced at 15,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand side air intake pl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Audi -> Auto-Check Indicator System ->
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

The auto-check system will monitor certain vehicle systems when the ignition switch is placed in the On position and vehicle is operated. When all monitored systems are functioning properly, the system display will indicate "OK" for a few seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the On position.

This system monitors brake fluid level and hydraulic pressure, engine oil pressure, coolant temperature and level, brake pad wear, headlamps and tail lamps, battery voltage, washer fluid level and fuel level.

When the auto-check yellow or r...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedu...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove left and right engine covers.
  • Remove air guide mounting bolts.
  • Detach Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve at air guide.
  • Remove air guide.
  • Remove front engine cover.
  • Mar...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Function Selector Switch II Diagram for 2005 Audi A4  2.0 L4 GASFunction Selector Switch II Diagram for 2005 Audi A4 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Function Selector Switch
  • E272
  • Convertible Components Diagram for 2005 Audi A4  3.0 V6 GASConvertible Components Diagram for 2005 Audi A4 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Convertible Top Frame Position Sensor
  • G356
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel
  • Right A-Pillar
  • Right Front Wiring
  • 2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  • Ambient Temperature Switch
  • Anti-Theft Immobilizer Induction Coil
  • Oil Level Thermal Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AIRBAG, REPLACEMENT INTERVAL CHANGE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AIRBAG / PYROTECHNIC SAFETY BELT DEPLOYMENT INQUIRIES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Audi A4 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Audi A4 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2005 Audi A4 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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