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Audi RS6 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Audi REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Audi -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A4 -> A6, Allroad & S6 -> A8 & S8 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> TT
Vehicle: 2004 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
On these models, a VAG scan tool No. 1551 (with printer), or equivalent, is required to access and display diagnostic codes.
- Start engine and press "AUTO" button on A/C control head.
- Drive vehicle a few yards at walking speed.
- Connect VAG scan tool No. 1551 with adapter harness tool No. VAG 1551/3, or equivalent, to Data Link Connector (DLC), Figs. and .
- Two displays, "Rapid Data Transfer" and "Blink Code Output," should alternately be displayed on scan tool. If there is no scan tool display, measu...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> A4 & S4 -> A6 & S6 -> A8 & S8 -> Brake Pressure Regulator -> Master Cylinder -> TT
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
Master Cylinder
A4 & S4
- Remove driver's side storage compartment.
- Separate brake pedal from master cylinder pushrod as follows:
- Remove stop lamp switch.
- Insert brake pedal release tool No. T10006, or equivalent, from below, Fig. .
- Hold brake pedal tightly.
- Lift catch off push rod using a slight pull on release tool " A."
- Keep tension on tool to prevent pushrod from engaging catches.
- Separate brake pedal from master cylinder pushrod " B."
- Connect bleeder hose and bleeder bottle to lefthand front brake caliper bleeder valve, then open bleeder valve.
- Operate brake pedal to pump out as much ...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Audi -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 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 Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove rear section of exhaust system at clamp(s).
- Pry off rear attachments of drive shaft heat shield.
- Remove securing bolts for center bearing When removing securing bolts, support drive shaft by hand. Do not bend drive shaft.
- Remove heat shield. Continue supporting drive shaft.
- Screw in securing bolts for center bearing again hand-tight.
- Remove drive shaft heat shield from transmission.
- Check for a factory marking (colored dot) on drive shaft and on drive shaft flange on final drive at rear. If no colored dot is present, mark position of drive shaft fl...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
- Remove serpentine drive belt, then raise and support vehicle.
- Remove sound insulation panel from under engine.
- Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
- Disconnect cooling duct from rear of alterna...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Audi -> 1998-2004 A6, Allroad, RS6, S6 & 2000-06 TT
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
On 1998-2000 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.
On 2001-03 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 20,000 miles.
On 2004-07 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced at 15,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the plenum chamber cover.
- Release the cabin air filter retaining tab ca...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Audi -> Brake Pad Wear Indicator Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 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 procedure ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove fasteners and noise insulation.
- Mark direction of rotation of drive belt with chalk or felt pen, if belt is to be reused.
- Rotate...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Audi RS6 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: ENGINE, REPAIRING Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: SPECIAL TOOL - AT-197 - VAS5051 DIAGNOSIS & SERVICE INFO SYSTEM Vehicle: 2003 Audi RS6 4.2 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Audi RS6 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 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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