Audi Repair & Maintenance Candia, NH | Seacoast Specialist Cars

Minimum Audi Service Based on Factory Recommendations

This is mostly an Oil Change Service and checking the following:

AdBlue (if it’s a TDI)
Brake System
Service Reminder Reset
Tire and TPMS System Checks
Windshield Washer and Headlight Washer checks
Wiper Blades – check condition and replace if needed

This includes the Standard Maintenance, and adds the following:

Drivetrain, check for leaks
Battery – check terminals and clean as needed
Cabriolet front latch (lubricate)
Cooling system – check coolant level
Lubricate door hinges and checks
Check driveshaft boots/axle shaft boots
Replace Pollen Filter
Check engine compartment area for leaks
Check exhaust system for leaks
Check front suspension and rear suspension components for wear and damaged boots
Check Horn operation
Check all lights
Check for transmission leaks
Check plenum water drains
Check belts for wear and cracks
Road Test Vehicle to check operation
Clean Sunroof guide rails and lubricate with grease
Check date of tire repair set and replace if necessary
Check underbody for damage and leaks
Check paintwork for corrosion and paint damage

Air filter – Clean housing and replace filter
AWD Clutch – change oil (if equipped)
Brake Discs – Check Thickness
Brake Fluid – Replace every 2 years
CVT Transmission fluid – Change first at 35.000 miles and thereafter every 40,000 miles
Convertible Top – Check cloth top function and rollover protection with cloth top down

Every 2 years

Crash Active Headrest – Check function every 2 years regardless of mileage
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) – check ash loading, replace if necessary (TDI Vehicles)
Fuel Filter – Replace (all TDI models)
Check Interior lights
Power Steering Fluid – Check Level
Rear Sport Differential – Change ATF for clutch hydraulics and differential oil
Ribbed V-Belt – Replace only the belt for the compressor drive
Ribbed V- Belt – Check and Replace if necessary – first at 75,000 miles and thereafter at 80,000 miles
S-Tronic Transmission – Change fluid and filter element for clutch hydraulics

Additional Audi Maintenance & Repairs You Should Know About:

Audi Timing Chains on 2.0T engines (Four Cylinder Engines):
We’ve found that there are a lot of 2.0T engines that have timing chain stretch in the 80,000- 100,000 mile range. Usually this is detected by a reluctance of the engine to start. There is an inspection window on these engines that allows the technician to see the timing chain stretch and see how badly the chain has stretched at the time of service – we recommend checking the chain stretch annually. This will usually allow the owner to estimate when the chain will need to be replaced and work it into their schedule.

More frequent Pollen Filter Changes:
Since most of the Audi’s we work on are used year-round, and we live in New England – we recommend replacement of your pollen filter annually (if you live in a dusty area like on a dirt road especially). It is surprising how dirty these filters get in a year. Much like the air filter in your house if you have forced air heat, they should be replaced more often than the suggested two-year interval.

More Frequent Oil Changes:
We are big believers in preventative maintenance, and highly recommend changing your oil and filter every 6 months or 5,000 miles instead of the Audi suggested interval of 1 year or 10,000 miles. In our opinion, leaving contaminants in the oil for 10,000 miles at a time reduces the service life of many of the components in the engine. Additionally, your car is now not being inspected for an additional 5,000 miles which is plenty for something that has gone wrong get worse.

Audi Repair FAQ

Audi ownership can be difficult to navigate as your Audi gets older and you put more miles on it. However, it can be made easy with the right guidance. We're here to help answer any questions you may have about your Audi, and can provide you expert service when you need your Audi repaired or maintained.

Audi cars do tend to be more expensive to repair than average vehicles. However, it’s important to consider what these cars can do when compared to “average vehicles”.

As an Audi owner, you regularly enjoy the premium driving experience your Audi was designed for. Other cars, even similarly priced ones, don’t offer the same experience – which is likely why you bought your Audi in the first place. Additionally, Audi’s are generally reliable cars, which we will touch on in the following section.

Audi reliability overall falls above average. Most models excel in reliability while some of the high-performance models require more attention.

Certain Audi models consistently shine in reliability surveys, including the A3, A4, Q3, and Q5. Many Audi owners (our customers especially!) also report their vehicles lasting for years with proper maintenance.

Common Audi problems include oil consumption, timing chain tensioner and guide failure, and water pump leaks.

Oil consumption issues were mostly contained to the pre-2013 2.0T engines. Timing chain tensioner and guide failure is unfortunately a symptom of wear and should be treated as a maintenance item after ~100k miles. Lastly, water pump leaks are also similar to timing chain issues. As the components age, they wear out and become due for replacement.