2000 AUDI ALLROAD maintenance schedule

VEHIC
LE LIT
ERA TURE--------------
Indication of directions
Whenever a direction is specified (for
example: left, right, forward, backward,
etc. ), you should imagine yourself as
sitting in the vehicle facing in the driving
dir ection. If something is explained
which is different from this position, it
will be clearly identified.
The Warranty booklet
contains detailed information about the
warranties covering your Audi.
4 The
Maintenance booklet
explains how you can keep your Audi in
top driving condition by having it ser­
viced regularly. Always have the Main­
tenance booklet with you when you
take your vehicle to an authorized Audi
Dealer for service. Your Service Adviser
will record each scheduled service.
In Canada,
this literature is also available in French.
To obtain a copy, contact your dealer or
write to:
Au Canada, on peut se procurer un ex­
emplaire en franc;:ais de ce document
aup res du concessionnaire ou de:
Vo lkswagen Canada, Inc.
Customer Assistance/
Assistance a Ia Clientele,
777 Bayly Street. West.
Aj ax. Ontario L 1 S 7G7 If
you sell your Audi
all literature should be left in the vehicle
to make the Warranty terms as well as
all operating, safety and maintenance
information available to the next owner.
If you change your address or if
you bought this Audi used
be sure to send in a "Notice of Address
Change" I "Notice of Used Car Pur­
chase" post card. This card can be
found in the Warranty booklet or ob­
tained from your authorized Audi
Dealer .
It is in your own interest that we
are able to contact you should
the need arise.

CONTROLS AND
EQUIPMENT--------------------
Maintenance
• For maximum efficiency of the air condi­
tioner the dust and pollen filter elements
must 'be replaced at the intervals indicated
in the Maintenance Schedule.
• The condenser must be checked regu­
larly to make sure it is clean. If it becomes
obstructed by dirt or insects, spray 1t clear
with water.
• Repairs to the Audi air condition­
ing system require specialized
knowledge and special tools.
If the system is not functioning
properly, contact your Audi Dealer.
16 8 Power roof*
The roof will slide open or tilt up at the rear
as required. When the ignition is on it can be
opened and closed by turning the rota�
control next to the interior light. The roof 1s
tilted open or closed by pressing or pulling
the control -see illustration.
When turning the ignition off, however, the
sunr oof can still be operated as long as the
driver's and front passenger's door are
closed. When either door is opened, sliding
roof operation will be deactivated .
Always close the roof completely if you are
going to park your vehicle and leave. �W
ARNING
Be careful when closing the power
roof 1 tilt roof. Not paying atten­
tion could cause you or others to
be caught and injured as the roof
closes. To help avoid injuries
caused by closing the roof, always
take your key whenever you leave
your vehicle.

VEHICLE
CARE---------------------------------------------------
Maintenance
Yo ur vehicle has been designed to help
keep maintenance requirements to a mini­
mum.
However. a certa in amount of regular main­
tenance is still necessary to assure your ve­
hic le's safety, economy and reliabili ty.
c£> By regularly maintaining your
vehicle, you help make sure that
emission standards are maintai ned,
thus minimizing adverse effects on
the envir onment.
For detailed vehicle maintenance consult
your Maintenance booklet.
Under difficult operating condi­
tions, for example at extremely low out­
side temperatures, in very dusty regions,
when towing a trailer very frequently, etc.,
some service work should be performed
between the intervals specified.
This applies particularly to:
• oil changes, and
• cleaning or replacing the air filter.
228 Important
considerations for
you and your vehicle:
The increasing use of electr onics, sophisti­
cated fuel injection and emission control
systems, and the generally increasing tech­
nical complexity of today's automobiles,
have steadily reduced the scope of mainte­
nance and repairs which can be carried out
by vehicle owners. Also, safety and en­
vironmental concerns place very strict
limi ts on the nature of repairs and adjust­
ments to engine and transmission parts
which an owner can perform . Main
tenance, adjustments and repairs usu­
ally require special tools, testing devices
and other equipment available to specially
trained workshop personnel in order to as­
sure proper performance, reliability and
safety of the vehicle and its many systems.
Impr oper maintenan ce, adjustments and
repairs can impair the operation and reliabil­
ity of your vehicle and even void your ve­
hicle warranty. Therefore, proof of servicing
in accordance with the maintenance
schedule may be a condition for upholding
a possible warranty claim made within the
warranty period.
Above all, operational safety can be ad­
versely affected, creating unnecessary
risks for you and your passengers.

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If in doubt about any servicing, nave 1t done
by your authorized Audi Dealer or any other
properly equipped and qualif ied workshop.
We strongly urge you_ to give your autho­
rized Audi Dealer the opportunity to perform
all scheduled maintenance and necessary
repairs. Your dealer has the facilities, origi­
nal parts and trained specialists to keep your
vehicle running properly.
Perf orming limited maintenance
yourself
The following pages describe a limited num­
ber of procedures which can be performed
on your vehicle with ordinary tools, should
the need arise and trained personnel be un­
available. Before perform ing any of these
procedures, always thoroughly read all of
the applicable text and carefully follow the
instructions given. Always rigorously ob­
serve the WA RNINGS provided. �W
ARNING
• Serious personal injury may oc­
cur as a result of improperly per­
formed maintenance, adjustments
or repairs.
• Be extremely careful when
working on the vehicle. Follow
commonly accepted safety prac­
tices and good judgment. Never
risk personal injury.
• Do not attempt any of the main­
tenance, checks or repairs de­
scribed on the following pages if
you are not fully familiar with
these or other procedures with re­
spect to the vehicle, or are uncer­
tain how to proceed. Do not do any
work without the proper tools and
equipment. Have the necessary
work done by your authorized
Audi Dealer or another properly
equipped and qualified workshop. '4
WARNING continued
• The engine compartment of any
motor vehicle is a potent ially haz­
ardous area.
• Always support your vehicle
with safety stands if it is neces­
sary to work underneath the ve­
hicle. The jack supplied with the
vehicle is not adequate for this
purpose and could collapse caus­
ing serious personal injury.
• Never reach into the area
around or touch the radiator fan.
The auxiliary fan is temperature
controlled and can switch on sud­
denly.
Always heed all WAR NINGS
on next page.
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Radiator
fan
The radiator fan is driven by the engine via
the V-belt. The viscous clutch regulates the
speed of the fan according to the tempera­
ture of the coolant.
An auxiliary electric radiator fan switches on
and off depending on coolant temperature
and other vehicle operation conditions.
� WARNING
• Always use extreme caution to
prevent clothing. jewelry, or long
hair from getting caught in the en­
gine driven radiator fan, V-belt or
other moving parts.
• Never touch the auxiliary elec­
tric radiator fan. The fan can
switch on suddenly and injure you.
Always heed all WA RNINGS
on page 232. Power
steering
Yo ur vehicle is equipped with a Servotro­
nic power steering. The degree of
power assistance is regulated electronically
according to road speed.
The fluid reservoir is in the engine compart­
ment near the windshield washer container.
The correct fluid level in the reserv oir is im­
portant for the proper functioning of power
steer ing.
The power steering fluid level is checked
during the scheduled Maintenance ser­
vices.
If the electronic regulating system is not
working properly, this is most noticeable
when turning the steering wheel at low
speeds (for example when parking) -more
effort will be required than usual. The fault
should be rectified by an Audi Dealer as
soon as possible. VEH
ICLE CARE
Note
• When the engine is running, never hold
the steering wheel turned all the way to the
right or to the left for longer than 15 sec­
onds. The power steering pump will over­
heat the hydraulic fluid if you hold the steer­
ing wheel all the way turned.
This will damage the power steering
system.
Each time the steering wheel is turned all
the way to the right or left when stopped,
you will hear noises caused by the severe
stress placed on the power steering pump.
At the same time, engine idle speed drops.
• If the power steering system
should fail, or if the engine is not
running (for example, while being
towed). you will still be able to steer
the vehicle, however. more effort
will be required.
• If the power steering system should
have a leak, or is not functioning properly,
contact your authorized Audi Dealer imme­
diately.
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CARE
Spark plugs
Spark plugs are replaced during the Audi
scheduled Maintenance Service.
If you have to replace the spark plugs be­
tween the Audi Maintenance services, be
sure to note the following:
• Engine, spark plugs and the ignition sys­
tem are matched to each other. To avoid
faulty operation or engine damage, use only
Original Audi spark plugs. It is especially im­
portant to note the number of electrodes on
the spark plug and the heat value.
• Since spark plug specifications may
change for technical reasons during a model
year, we recommend that you obtain your
spark plugs from an authorized Audi Dealer,
who has the latest information.
Always heed all WARNINGS
on page 232. Belts
Ribbed V-Belt
The radiator fan, hydraulic pump (power
steering), alternator and air conditioner
compressor are driven by one V-belt.
The installed V-belt conforms to the highest
quality requirements. The V-belt adjusts its
own tension.
Replacing of the V-belt should be
performed by your authorized Audi
Dealer or a qualified workshop.
When replacing a belt, it is not sufficient to
use just any belt of the same size. For safe
and reliable operation, use only Genuine
Audi V-belts specially designed for your ve­
hicle. The correct belts can be obta ined at
your authorized Audi Dealer. �W
ARNING
To prevent serious personal inju­
ries stay well clear of the V-belt,
The radiator fan and the V-belt
driven accessories when the en­
gine is running. The V-belt will be
inspected and replaced by your au­
thorized Audi Dealer during a
scheduled Maintenance Service.
Timing belt
• Yo ur engine is equipped with a long last­
ing toothed belt. The belt will be in­
spected and replaced during a scheduled
Maintenance Service.
Always heed all WA RNINGS
on page 232.
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