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Audi A3 (8P, 2003-2013): Service and Repair Manuals

A manual to fix your Audi A3 (type 8P, 2003-2013)? Explore here workshop manuals for service and repair of Audi cars. They provide detailed instructions for troubleshooting and parts replacement.

Audi A3 - Petrol & Diesel (Jun 2003 - Mar 2008) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Audi A3 and A3 Sportback, 3- and 5-door, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 1.6 litre SOHC (1595 cc, types BGU, BSE, BSF)
- 1.6 litre FSI (1598 cc, types BAG, BLP, BLF)
- 2.0 FSI (1984 cc, natural aspiration, types AXW, BHD, BLX, BLY, BMB, BVY, BVZ, BLR)
- 2.0 TFSI (1984 cc, turbo, types AXX, BPY, BWA, CAWB, CBFA, CCTA).

Diesel engines:
- 1.9 (1896 cc, types BKC, BLS and BXE)
- 2.0 (1968 cc, types BMM, BRA, AZV, BKD, BKQ, BMN and BUY).

Production years: 6/2003-3/2008.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the A3 Cabriolet, A3 Quattro or S3, nor the 1.4 litre, 1.8 litre TFSI or the 3.2 litre V6 petrol engines.

Pages of the book Audi A3 - Petrol & Diesel (6/2003-3/2008) (1)

This Haynes manual for the Audi A3 guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

Information

Details:384 pages, 27 x 21 x 2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4884)
ISBN:9780857339942

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Audi A3 - Petrol & Diesel (Jun 2003 - Mar 2008) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Audi A3 - Petrol & Diesel (Jun 2003 - Mar 2008)

Language: English

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Audi A3 (8P) - Diesel (Apr 2008 - Sept 2012) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Audi A3 Diesel (Series 8P), Hatchback (3-door) and Sportback (5-door).

Diesel engines:
- 1.6 TDI (1599 cc, engine codes CAYB and CAYC)
- 1.9 TDI (1896 cc, BLS and BXE)
- 2.0 TDI (1968 cc, CBAA, CBAB, CBBB, CFFA, CFFB and CFGB).

Production years: 4/2008-9/2012.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the Quattro or Cabriolet version, nor the new A3 Series introduced in September 2012.

This Haynes manual for the Audi A3 Diesel (Series 8P) guides you through the maintenance and repair of the diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Author:Peter T. Gill, John S. Mead
Details:384 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (5912)
ISBN:9780857339126

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Audi A3 (8P) - Diesel (Apr 2008 - Sept 2012) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Audi A3 (8P) - Diesel (Apr 2008 - Sept 2012)

Language: English

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Audi A3 - essence 1.6 FSI (115 ch) et Diesel 2.0 TDI (140 et 170 ch) (05/2005-06/2008) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA B715.5

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA B715) covering the Audi A3, petrol and diesel.

Models:
- 3-door (8P1, 06/2003-06/2008) and Sportback 5-door (8PA, 09/2004-06/2008)
- Attraction, Ambiente, Ambition, S Line, Ambition Luxe, Exclusive Line.

Petrol engines: 1.6 16V FSI (1598 cc, 85 kW/115 hp, BLF and BLP).

Diesel engines: 2.0 8V TDI (1968 cc, 103 kW/140 hp, BKD) and 2.0 16V TDI (1968 cc, 103 kW/140 hp and 125 kW/170 hp, BMM and BMN).

This Revue Technique for the Audi A3 describes extensively service and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

  • Includes adjustment data and wiring diagrams.
  • An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
  • Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
  • Partly in colour.

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Details:298 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous b&w and colour photos and drawings
Publisher:ETAI (F, 2008)
Series:Revue Technique Automobile (RTA B715.5)
ISBN:9782726871560

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Audi A3 - essence 1.6 FSI (115 ch) et Diesel 2.0 TDI (140 et 170 ch) (05/2005-06/2008) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA B715.5

Audi A3 - essence 1.6 FSI (115 ch) et Diesel 2.0 TDI (140 et 170 ch) (05/2005-06/2008)

Language: French

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Audi A3 - Benziner und Diesel (5/2003-10/2012) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 137) on the Audi A3, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 1.2 L (77 kW/105 hp, 06/10-10/12)
- 1.4 L (92 kW/125 hp, 09/07-10/12)
- 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp, 05/03-10/12)
- 1.6 L (85 kW/115 hp, 08/03-08/07)
- 1.8 L (118 kW/160 hp, 01/07-10/12)
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 05/03-11/06)
- 2.0 L (147 kW/200 hp, 09/04-10/12)
- 2.0 L (195 kW/265 hp, 11/06-10/12)
- 3.2 L (184 kW/250 hp, 09/03-05/09)

Diesel engines:
- 1.6 L (66 kW/90 hp, 05/09-10/12)
- 1.6 L (77 kW/105 hp, 05/09-10/12)
- 1.9 L (77 kW/105 hp, 05/03-05/09)
- 2.0 L (103 kW/140 hp, 05/03-10/12)
- 2.0 L (125 kW/170 hp, 05/06-10/12)

Production years: 5/2003-10/2012.

The initial section of this manual on the Audi A3 covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

  • Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
  • 31 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Details:320 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:622 photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2017)
Series:So wird's gemacht (137)
ISBN:9783768817868

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Audi A3 - Benziner und Diesel (5/2003-10/2012) | So wird's gemacht

Audi A3 - Benziner und Diesel (5/2003-10/2012)

Language: German

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Audi A3 mit Sportback und Cabrio - Benziner und Diesel (ab 2003) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 272, reprint) for maintenance of the Audi A3, petrol and diesel, including A3 Sportback and A3 Cabrio.

Petrol engines: 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp), 1.4 TFSI (92 kW/125 hp), 1.8 TFSI (118 kW/160 hp), 2.0 TFSI (147 kW/200 hp) and 3.2 L (184 kW/250 hp).

Diesel engines: 1.9 TDI (77 kW/105 hp), 2.0 TDI (103 kW/140 hp and 125 kW/170 hp).

Production years: since 2003.

Pages of the book [JH 272] Audi A3 mit Sportback / Cabrio (ab 2003) (1)

  • This owner's guide describes the technology of the Audi A3.
  • Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and spark plugs.
  • Also includes adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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Author:Dieter Korp
Details:256 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:about 250 photos and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2010)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (272)
ISBN:9783613030763

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Audi A3 mit Sportback und Cabrio - Benziner und Diesel (ab 2003) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Audi A3 mit Sportback und Cabrio - Benziner und Diesel (ab 2003)

Language: German

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Audi A3 - gasolina 1.6 FSI y diesel 2.0 TDI (desde 05/2005) | Revista Técnica del Automovil RTA 174

Revista Técnica del Automovil (RTA 174) for Audi A3 cars, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines: 1.6 FSI (115 hp)

Diesel engines: 2.0 TDI (140 and 170 hp)

Years: since 05/2005.

This Revista Técnica del Automovil for Audi A3 cars describes in detail the maintenance and repair of petrol and diesel engines (including distribution, cylinder head, lubrication, water pump and fuel system).
Also covers work on the clutch, gearbox, drive shafts, steering, suspension, hubs, brakes, electrical equipment and bodywork.

  • Complete with setting values.
  • Also contains a logbook and maintenance as well as a technical inspection guide.
  • Partially in colour.
  • Spanish edition of the Revue Technique Automobile (RTA).

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Details:288 pages, 27 x 21 x 2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:ETAI Ibérica, S.L. (E, 2008)
Series:Revista Técnica del Automovil (RTA 174)
ISBN:9791028307233
Audi A3 - gasolina 1.6 FSI y diesel 2.0 TDI (desde 05/2005) | Revista Técnica del Automovil RTA 174

Audi A3 - gasolina 1.6 FSI y diesel 2.0 TDI (desde 05/2005)

Language: Spanish

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Audi A3 - benzyna i diesel (typ 8P, 05/2003-10/2012) | Sam naprawiam samochód

A richly illustrated professional guide for users of Audi A3 second generation passenger cars, manufactured from 05/2003 to 10/2012, in 3- and 5-door versions.

4-cylinder petrol engines:
- 1.4 TFSI (92 kW/125 hp) from 09/2007 to 10/2012
- 1.6 (75 kW/102 hp) from 05/2003 to 10/2012
- 1.6 FSI (85 kW/115 hp) from 08/2003 to 08/2007
- 1.8 TFSI (118 kW/160 hp) from 05/2007 to 10/2012
- 2.0 FSI (110 kW/150 hp) from 05/2003 to 12/2006
- 2.0 TFSI (147 kW/200 hp) from 09/2004 to 10/2012

VR6 petrol engine:
- 3.2 VR6 (184 kW/250 hp) from 09/2003 to 05/2009

4-cylinder diesel engines:
- 1.9 PD-TDI (77 kW/105 hp) from 05/2003 to 10/2012
- 2.0 PD-TDI (103 kW/140 hp) from V2003 to 10/2012
- 2.0 PD-TDI (125 kW/170 hp) from 04/2006 to 10/2012.

With mechanical and automated gearboxes.

  • A technical maintenance plan, a description of maintenance and repair activities that can be performed by the user themselves and electrical wiring diagrams (Audi A3 from 05/2005) are provided.
  • Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".

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Author:Hans-Rüdiger Etzold
Details:364 pages, 24.5 x 19.5 cm / 9.7 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:651 photos and drawings
Publisher:Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2012)
Series:Sam naprawiam samochód
ISBN:9788320618334
Audi A3 - benzyna i diesel (typ 8P, 05/2003-10/2012) | Sam naprawiam samochód

Audi A3 - benzyna i diesel (typ 8P, 05/2003-10/2012)

Language: Polish

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