2021 Audi Maintenance Schedule for All Models

This document, identified as NHTSA ID 10180343, outlines the comprehensive 2021 Audi maintenance schedule for all gas and hybrid models sold in the USA. It serves as a guide for owners and technicians, detailing the recommended service intervals and specific tasks required to maintain vehicle performance and longevity.

The 2021 Audi maintenance schedule is designed for vehicles operating under normal conditions. However, for vehicles exposed to severe conditions, such as extremely low temperatures or excessive dust, certain operations may need to be performed more frequently. This applies particularly to engine oil changes and the cleaning or replacement of the air cleaner filter element.

2021 Audi Maintenance Schedule Overview

The following table summarizes the primary service intervals in miles for 2021 Audi models:

Service intervals in miles	10K	20K	30K	40K	50K	60K	70K	80K	90K	100K	110K	120K
Minor Maintenance (Every 1 year)¹	X		X		X		X		X		X
Standard Maintenance (Every 2 years)²		X		X		X		X		X		X
Additional Maintenance Items	Refer to the Additional Maintenance Items Table below

¹ First minor maintenance service occurs at 10,000 miles or 1 year after delivery, whichever comes first. Subsequent minor maintenance services occur at intervals of 20,000 miles or every 2 years after the last minor maintenance service, whichever comes first.

² First standard maintenance service occurs at 20,000 miles or 2 years after delivery, whichever comes first. Subsequent standard maintenance services occur at intervals of 20,000 miles or every 2 years after the last standard maintenance service, whichever comes first.

Minor Maintenance Tasks

Minor maintenance includes the following checks and services:

• Brake system: Check the thickness of the brake pads.
• Engine oil and oil filter: Change oil and replace filter.
• Multi-point inspection: Complete a thorough inspection of various vehicle components.
• Service reminder indicator display: Reset the display.
• Tire repair kit: Check and record the completeness and expiration date (if equipped).

Standard Maintenance Tasks

Standard maintenance includes all minor maintenance items, plus additional comprehensive checks and services:

• Body/chassis: Visually inspect for possible paint damage and corrosion, both inside and outside, including with the doors, hood, and trunk lids open.
• Brake system: Check for damage and leaks, condition of brake hoses, presence of bleeder caps, and thickness of brake pads.
• Charging cable: Check for damage (if present in vehicle during inspection) (Only: A7 55 TFSI e, A8 L 60 TFSI e, and Q5 55 TFSI e).
• Charging socket: Check for contamination and damage (Only: A7 55 TFSI e, A8 L 60 TFSI e, and Q5 55 TFSI e).
• Connected box battery (for Audi Connected Services): Check state of health with Vehicle Diagnostic Tester in Guided Functions (Only: A4 [all models], A5 [all models], A6 [all models], A7 [all models], A8 L [all models], Q5 [all models], Q7 [all models], Q8 [all models]).
• Convertible top: Lubricate latch mechanism (Only: A5 45 TFSI Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet).
• Door hinges (including door stay) and door latch: Lubricate.
• High voltage cooling system: Check coolant level according to procedure in ElsaPro. NOTE: For high-voltage electrical components (Only: A7 55 TFSI e, A8 L 60 TFSI e, Q5 55 TFSI e).
• Engine cooling system: Check freeze protection and coolant level.
• Engine oil and oil filter: Change oil and replace filter.
• Engine, transmission, final drive, steering (with front noise insulation removed): Visual inspection for leaks and damage (including visible HV components of PHEV vehicles).
• Exterior lighting function: Check front and rear lights, high beams, low beams, turn signals, cornering lights, brake lights, reverse lights, license plate lights, fog lights, and hazard warning lights.
• First aid kit (if equipped): Check and enter expiration date YYYY / MM.
• Front flap lock: Lubricate (Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder).
• Fuel tank flap system: Check the water drain according to ElsaPro (Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder).
• Headlights: Check adjustment.
• High voltage system maintenance connector: Check for damages (deformation, scratches) and connector is clean (Only: PHEV Plug-in Hybrids, Q5 TFSI e, A7 TFSI e, A8 TFSI e).
• Hood safety catch: Lubricate (Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder).
• Horn: Check function.
• Instrument cluster: Check warning and indicator lights.
• Interior lights: Check all interior lights, trunk lights, and glove box compartment illumination.
• Multi-point inspection: Complete.
• Oil fill Area: Check water drain according to ElsaPro (Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder).
• Plenum chamber and water drain valves: Check for dirt (Only: A6 [all models], A7 [all models], A8 L [all models], Q7 [all models], and Q8 [all models]).
• Road test: Perform.
• Rollover protection: Check the rollover protection when the convertible top is open (Only: R8 Spyder).
• Safety belts: Check function and condition of belt, belt tongue, and latch.
• Service reminder indicator display: Reset display.
• Spare tire (if equipped): Check condition and tire inflation pressure, adjust if necessary.
• Spoiler: Lubricate rear spoiler according to procedure in ElsaPro (Only: TT, TTS, and TT RS models [if equipped]).
• Sunroof and panoramic sunroof systems: Check function (if equipped).
• Suspension and axle components (front and rear): Check dust seals on ball joints and tie rod ends, check for excessive play.
• Tires: Check condition and tire tread wear. Check and record the tread depth.
• Tires: Check tire inflation pressure and adjust if necessary.
• Tire repair kit (if equipped): Check and record the completeness and expiration date.
• Underbody: Check for damage and leaks, check the wheel well liners, underbody paneling and all lines are properly mounted (including visible HV components of PHEV vehicles).
• Warning triangle and first aid kit (if equipped): Check if present.
• Windshield washer and headlight washing system: Add fluid if necessary. Check adjustment and function.
• Wiper blades: Check condition and replace if necessary.

Additional Maintenance Items

Beyond the minor and standard services, the 2021 Audi maintenance schedule includes specific tasks at varying intervals, often dependent on the particular model or engine variant. This ensures specialized components receive appropriate care.

Work to be completed	Interval	Model Application
Air filter - Replace	Every 60,000 miles	All vehicles except: RS 6 Avant, RS 7
Air filter - Replace	Every 20,000 miles	Only: RS 6 Avant, RS 7
AWD clutch - Change fluid (if equipped)	Every 3 years regardless of mileage	Only: Q3 40 TFSI, Q3 45 TFSI, TT Coupe 45 TFSI, TT Roadster 45 TFSI, TTS Coupe, TT RS Coupe
Brake fluid - Change	Every 2 years regardless of mileage	All vehicles
Dust and Pollen filter - Replace	Every 20,000 miles or 2 years, whichever occurs first	All vehicles
Fragrance cartridges - Change (if equipped)	Every 2 years regardless of mileage	Only: S8 LWB
Front Differential - Change fluid	120,000 miles or 10 years, whichever occurs first	Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder "Excluding RWD models"
Panoramic sunroof systems - Check drainage system by fluid check according to procedure in ElsaPro (if equipped)	Every 20,000 miles or 2 years, whichever occurs first	All vehicles
Rear axle, quattro® Sport - Change ATF and differential oil	Every 60,000 miles	Only: RS 5, S6, S7, SQ7, SQ8, RS Q8
Ribbed V-belt starter/generator drive (including tensioner) - Replace	Every 60,000 miles	Only: A4 40 TFSI, A4 45 TFSI, A4 allroad®, A5 40 TFSI, A5 45 TFSI, A6 45 TFSI, Q5 45 TFSI
Spark plugs - Replace	Every 30,000 miles or 3 years, whichever occurs first	Only: RS 5, S6, RS 6 Avant, S7, RS 7, A8 L 60 TFSI, S8 LWB, SQ7, SQ8, RS Q8, TT RS
Spark plugs - Replace	Every 40,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first	Only: A4 40 TFSI, A4 45 TFSI, S4, A4 allroad® 45 TFSI, A5 40 TFSI, A5 45 TFSI, S5, A6 45 TFSI, A6 55 TFSI, A6 allroad® 55 TFSI, A7 55 TFSI, A7 55 TFSI e, A8 L 55 TFSI, A8 L 60 TFSI e, Q5 45 TFSI, Q5 55 TFSI e, SQ5, Q7 45 TFSI, Q7 55 TFSI, Q8 55 TFSI, TTS Coupe
Spark plugs - Replace	Every 60,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first	Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder
Spark plugs - Replace	Every 80,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first	Only: Q3 40 TFSI, Q3 45 TFSI, TT Coupe 45 TFSI, TT Roadster 45 TFSI
S-Tronic transmission - Change fluid and filter	Every 40,000 miles	Only: R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder
S-Tronic transmission - Change fluid	Every 40,000 miles	Only: A4 40 TFSI, A4 45 TFSI, A4 allroad® 45 TFSI, A5 40 TFSI, A5 45 TFSI, A6 45 TFSI, A6 55 TFSI, A6 allroad® 55 TFSI, A7 55 TFSI, A7 55 TFSI e, Q5 45 TFSI, Q5 55 TFSI e, TT RS
S-tronic transmission - Change fluid	Every 80,000 miles	Only: TT Coupe 45 TFSI, TT Roadster 45 TFSI, TTS Coupe

Important Considerations for Your 2021 Audi Maintenance Schedule

Owners should be aware that the time spent cleaning certain items during service may incur a separate charge. This is an important detail to discuss with your service center when scheduling maintenance for your 2021 Audi. Always refer to the official 2021 Audi maintenance schedule for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding your specific model.

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Source: NHTSA ID 10180343