x1rider

This write up applies to the B6 A4, not sure if it's the same for the other models. Here we go...
I decided to add a bit of Seafoam to the oil (it's supposed to help with potential sludge problems, I don't know if it works or not).

I like to get the car warmed up so the oil flows better and all the contamination is in suspension, also to mix the Seafoam with the oil. Then I jacked up the car on ramps and used jackstands as a precaution.

Here is pretty much all I needed to do the servicing.

I removed the belly pan.

Pic of the oil pan with the plug on the side.

Pic of the oil filter.

I removed the oil cap to allow the oil to flow easily.

I used this strap ratchet attachment to remove the old oil filter.


Pic with the oil filter removed.

I removed the oil plug (19mm).

Now get out of the way and watch the oil flow!!!

I replaced the stock plug with an ECS magnetic plug with copper crush washer. The magnetic plug will help keep metallic contamination down in the oil pan.

I screwed and torqued the new plug (14mm, torqued at 22.13 ft-lbs).


I then put a bit of oil on the new filter's rubber seal.

I took a few seconds to inspect the old oil, see if there was anything strange (ie. indication of coolant in the oil, etc...), everything looked fine.

I then hand-tightened the new filter in place.

Now, time to add the new oil (1.8T oil capacity is 3.5L).

I started the car and made sure I didn't rev the engine until the low oil light shuts off (not to screw the turbo). The low oil light didn't light up at all in my case.

Reset the service interval meter.

I then got off the ramps, brought the car to operating temperature and double checked the oil level to make sure everything was ok.

All done!!! I'm pretty sure I included everything, let me know if you spot any errors in the write up.

SpoolinS6

theyres one step i would change there
when installing the oil filter put a little bit of oil but also fill the filter to prevent a dry start ...

MAlby7

How the hell did you torque the drain plug down to exactly 22.13 ft-lbs?

x1rider

Haha, I didn't, I just gave the value by converting the Nm value to ft-lb. I torqued it at 22 ft-lbs.

.... and now for the DIY'ers part II: Timing Belt Change



Just kidding, I have no write up prepared for this, just a bunch of pictures I took!

x1rider

That's a good idea, I always do that with my Harley and Buell. It wasn't in the Bentley instructions I followed, that's why I didn't do it with the A4.

MAlby7

Usually if you post pictures on here you will get more traffic. You can post pictures on Image hosting, free photo sharing & video sharing at Photobucket.

Reifle

Still available?? Interested! Gord. greifle@sympatico.ca

SpoolinS6

pm'ed back


-still got it thanks-

alpis

'99 AUDI A6 AVANT 2.8L 30V 5 spd auto tiptronic, 113.000 kms, Quattro awd. Dark gray w/ beige lthr int.
Last 2000 kms: timing belt kit ( belt, water pump, tens, guide, etc.), trans service, oil change (synthetic), new coolant, brand new 18" tires on factory Audi S8 wheels, H&R sport srings (nice ride, not rough at all).
It is fully loaded: heated front seats, back seats and steering wheel, pwr, heated, auto dimming mirrors, window, locks, dual digital climate controll, e.t.c.....A/C blows nice and cold. Has brand new JVC cd player, plays mp3 and has ipod hookup. Roof mounted DVD player with wireless headphones for the people in the back. Xenon lights with 6000k bulbs.
Car has rebuilder status, had very minor damage, have pictures of it. It was written off cause the wheels and the stereo were stolen off it. Runs and drives beautiful...........16500.00

SpoolinS6

damn the price is damn good quick question were did u pick up those s8 18's ? im in need of a set