1997 Audi Cabriolet Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1997 Audi Cabriolet is built around this exact year, its 2.8L V6 (engine code AFC), and its convertible trim, so the torque figures and diagnostic steps you follow come straight from what Audi published for this car rather than a generic Cabriolet-era approximation.

Engines covered

• 2.8L V6 — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible

Trims covered

• Base

Known issues on the 1997 Cabriolet. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the front air bags: static electricity discharged under low humidity can activate the driver-side air bag as the driver enters or exits the vehicle, with the risk of personal injury from unexpected deployment. Owners have filed 2 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that system are here.

From tracing a driver-side air bag circuit to routine convertible-top and V6 service, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 1997 Cabriolet.