1987 Audi 5000 Service and Repair Manual

This 1987 Audi 5000 factory service and repair manual is built around this exact model year and trim lineup, so the procedures and specifications inside are the ones Audi published for your car, not a generic substitute pulled from a later 5000.

Engines covered

• 2.3L inline-five — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
• 2.2L inline-five — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
• 2.2L inline-five — SOHC, turbocharged, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door wagon
• 4-door sedan

Trims covered

• CS
• S

Known issues on the 1987 Audi 5000. Four recalls are on federal record for this model year. The first covers the axle assembly: differential oil is lost over time to evaporation, and low oil levels cause premature bearing and gear wear that can lead the drive wheels to lose power or the front wheels to lock, risking loss of vehicle control. The second covers the rear disc brake calipers, which can bind and overheat, leaving the brake pedal spongy and one brake circuit inoperative. The third covers the fuel tank, where repeated topping off during refueling reduces expansion space and lets vapors escape past the charcoal filter, where exhaust heat could ignite them. The fourth covers the fuel injection seals, which can harden from heat and alcohol in some fuels and let fuel drip onto hot engine components, risking an engine compartment fire. Owners have filed 13 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind each of those systems are here.

From a differential oil check to a rear caliper inspection or a fuel system fitting, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 1987 Audi 5000.