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1999 Audi A8 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Audi REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Audi -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cooling System Bleed -> 1.8L Engine -> 2.8L Engine -> A4 -> A6 & Cabriolet -> A8
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
A4
1.8L Engine
Note type of coolant, do not allow red coolant to be mixed with any other type.
These engines do not require a specified bleed procedure. Set heater control on "Warm," then fill with coolant until expansion tank is full, run engine and continue to fill until level remains constant. Install expansion tank cap, then continue to run engine until cooling fan operates. Check coolant level and top off as necessary.
2.8L Engine
This procedure has been revised by a Technical Service Bulletin.
- Close drain plugs at...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A4, S4 & TT -> A6 & S6 -> Brake Pressure Regulator -> Cabriolet
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
Brake Pressure Regulator
A4, S4 & TT
On these models there is no mechanical brake pressure regulator. Specially matched control module software controls brake pressure regulation.
A6 & S6
Brake pressure regulator is mounted on body (lefthand rear), and operated by a spring attached to the rear axle. Prior to inspection, ensure system is properly bled and filled.
- Firmly depress brake pedal once, with vehicle on ground.
- Release pedal suddenly and ensure lever on pressure regulator moves.
Cabriolet
Brake pressure regulator is mounted on righthand rear of body and operated by spring att...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Audi -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 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 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 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...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 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 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Audi -> 1997-2003 A8 & S8
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
On 1997-2000 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. On 2001-03 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every ...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Audi -> Electronic Ignition Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
The electronic ignition system warning lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. After the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If the lamp lights during engine operation, a knocking condition is indicated or a problem has arisen in the ignition sys...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Unbolt radiator air guide on left and right sides.
- Remove lock carrier bolts located below hood support (note washers).
- Unbolt impact ab...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable box end wrench to relieve tension fr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1999 Audi A8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Audio System Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
Control Module Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1999 Audi A8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1999 Audi A8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: AIRBAG, REPLACEMENT INTERVAL CHANGE - REVISED Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: LATCH SYSTEM, INSTALLING/RETROFITTING - REVISED Vehicle: 1999 Audi A8 3.7 V8 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1999 Audi A8 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1999 Audi A8 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 1999 Audi A8 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 1999 Audi A8 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 1999 Audi A8 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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