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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 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 S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Audi -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2002 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Prior to disconnecting the battery or removing the audio system, obtain the security code from the vehicle operator. Refer to the owners manual for secur...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Radio Coded Anti-Theft System
Vehicle: 2003 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

Radio Coded Anti-Theft System

Prior to disconnecting the battery or removing the audio system, obtain the security code from the vehicle operator. Refer t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Audi -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 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 S8 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

  • Remove wheel cover, then drive axle bolt in hub.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tires.
  • Remove drive axle mounting bolts.
  • Remove cable for ABS wheel speed sensor from bracket at brake caliper, then pull ABS wheel speed sensor slightly out of swing arm.
  • Remove swing ar...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Front -> Installation -> Metal Valve Body & Wheel Electronics -> Rear -> Removal -> TPMS Antenna -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 2007 Audi S8 5.2 V10 GAS

Metal Valve Body & Wheel Electronics

Removal

The nickel plated valve insert must be replaced every tire change. Release air from the tire by removing the nickel plated valve insert. The TPMS sensor can be reused, but a damaged sensor must be replaced.

  • Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
  • Raise and support the vehicle with jack stands.
  • Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • When dismounting the tire from the rim, note the following:
    • When using pressure paddles, remove the side of the tire opposite the valve stem from the rim first. Do not use the paddles in area (a) , Fig. .
    • Position the tire c...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Audi S8 5.2 V10 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove rear noise insulation.
  • Remove electrical connector from solenoid.
  • Remove terminal B+ protective cap.
  • Remove nut and terminal B+ from solenoi...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Audi -> 2004-09 A8 & S8
Vehicle: 2008 Audi S8 5.2 V10 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced at 15,000 miles, then every 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the left and right plenum chamber covers.
  • Turn the four filter cover retainers 180°, then remove the cover and filter, Fig. .
  • Remov...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Audi -> Service Indicator Lamp -> 1998-2004 -> Less Scan Tool -> With Scan Tool
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

With Scan Tool

  • Connect VAG 1551 scan tool and VAG 1551/3 adapter cable, or equivalents, to diagnostic connector.
  • "Rapid Data Transfer" will be displayed.
  • Initiate adaptation function 10 as follows:
    • Press buttons 1 and 0 to select adaptation function 10.
    • Press Q button to confirm input.
  • Press buttons 0 and 2 to insert channel number 02.
  • Press Q button to confirm input.

Less Scan Tool

  • Place ignition to Off position.
  • Press reset button for trip recorder in instrument cluster and place ignition switch in On pos...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Audi S8 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 S8 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable box end wrench to relieve tension ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Speed Sensor Diagram for 2003 Audi S8  4.2 V8 GASEngine Speed Sensor Diagram for 2003 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Speed Sensor
  • G28
  • Relay To Lower Headrest, Rear Diagram for 2001 Audi S8  4.2 V8 GASRelay To Lower Headrest, Rear Diagram for 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • J377
  • Headrest Relay
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Audi S8  5.2 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Audi S8 5.2 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface
  • Operating Electronics and Telephone Control Module
  • Front Information Display Control Head Control Module
  • 2007 Audi S8  5.2 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Audi S8 5.2 V10 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Power Window Circuit Breaker
  • Driver Door Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Audi S8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: PARKING AID WARNING SOUND WITHOUT OBSTACLE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2003 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Insufficient Performance
  • Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • Document: WARRANTY - REMANUFACTURED MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PARTS
    Vehicle: 2003 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Audi S8 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 S8 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 S8 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 S8 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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