Audi neatly packaged a lot of important components on the S4's engine beneath the supercharger. While they created a good looking engine, the packaging makes service work tricky. One of the...
Changing the supercharger oil on your Audi's 3.0t engine isn't a necessity; Audi themselves say that the oil is for life. But tuners and owners alike have found no harm in changing the supercharger oil, especially with an engine running more boost. The oil change itself is easy to complete and...
Damn it, Audi. You make such good cars, especially in the performance realm. You've given the U.S. the R8 V10, plus, the supremely quick RS3, and the RS7 among others. And yet, you snub us on what is quite possibly the coolest car you make—the Audi RS4 Avant. The RS4 Avant, or wagon to those not...
A properly running engine is one that is running at the correct temperature. The only way you and the ECU will know its at the proper temperature is through its coolant temperature sensor. The simple sensor relays the exact temperature to the engine and coolant temperature gauge to show you when...
Keeping track of your the age and condition of your oil is an essential part of owning an Audi B8/B8.5 with the 4.2 L V8 engine like the Audi S5. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the engine lubricated and happy. As the oil is used, its lubricating properties fade, leading to increased...
It's no secret that the world of German automobiles offers a plethora of entertaining options for any type of enthusiast. While newer variants and models may command a hefty price tag and have higher operating costs, these are five stout German cars that provide cheap thrills at $5,000 or...
Keeping track of the age and condition of your oil is an essential part of being a car owner. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the engine lubricated and happy. As the oil is used, its lubricating properties fade, leading to increased wear on the engine components. The new synthetic oils...
The ignition system on your Audi B8 controls one of the three essential functions needed for its engine to run. Failing plugs or coils will produce a weakened spark at best, resulting in poor ignition of the fuel/air mixture in the cylinder. Without the spark, the engine will make significantly...
Your Volkswagen or Audi’s fuel system is as vital to its performance as it is in every car. If there is no gas, there is no go. Small problems in the fuel system can go unnoticed for a time, eventually causing problems for your car and your wallet. Due to the many components in the fuel system,...
Audi has been making great cars for a very long time. As a brand, Audi took a little longer to find their true voice compared to some of the other older, more storied marques like BMW, Mercedes, and Porsche, but once they did, they’ve grown by leaps and bounds in the USA. While the newest,...