This 2001 Audi S4 factory service and repair manual is written for the exact engine and trim of your car, covering the 2.7L V6 (APB) with the specifications, torque values, and procedures Audi published for this specific build rather than a generic S4 write-up.
Engines covered
- 2.7L V6 — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door sedan
- 4-door wagon
Trims covered
- Base
- Avant
Known issues on the 2001 S4. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the driver-side front air bag inflator module: the inflator can absorb moisture and deploy improperly in a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to the occupant. Owners have filed 87 complaints for the year and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that system are here.
Whether you're inspecting the driver-side air bag inflator or working through a turbocharged V6 service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2001 S4.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4, and S4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver Air Bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSA
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer servic
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
Showing the 8 most recent of 75 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
MY WIFE RETURNED FROM BUYING PRESENTS AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY. SHE ENGAGED THE HANDBRAKE AND WAITED ONE MINUTE BEFORE TURNING OFF THE ENGINE TO LET THE TURBOS COOL DOWN. SHE THEN PRO
DT: 2001, AUDI S4 WAS DAMAGED UPON DELIVERY. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER TO FIX THE PROBLEM, WHEN THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED HEADLAMPS WERE SPRAYED WITH PAINT. UPON DELIVERING THE HEADLAMPS THEY
MY 2001 AUDI S4 WAS STOLEN IN SPRINGFIELD, NJ AND RECOVERED IN NEWARK, NJ. THE TOTAL DAMAGE TO THE CAR WAS APPROXIMATELY $8000. I BELIEVE THAT THIS THEFT WAS POSSIBLE LARGELY BECAUSE OF A SIGNIFICAN
1) CAR IS 2001 AUDI S4 AVANT. CAR WAS RUNNING FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES, AND WAS IDLING AT TOP OF DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED WHILE OTHER CAR IN FRONT WAS BEING MOVED.
Instrument cluster that shows safety information doesn't work so don't know what's issue with car
I DROVE OVER A MINOR EXPANSION CRACK IN THE PAVEMENT AND SIDEWALL OF THE RIGHT REAR TIRE TORE. NEXT DAY, A DIFFERENT EXPANSION CRACK CAUSED SIMILAR DAMAGE IN THE LEFT REAR TIRE. (TIRESIZE: 225/45 R1
NO ACCIDENT OR CRASH. BUBBLE WAS DISCOVERED WHEN CHANGING TO A DIFFERENT TIRE FOR WINTER. *AK (TIRESIZE: 225/45/ 17)
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 AUDI S4. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAY. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL EVENTUALLY APPEARED IN
Showing the 8 most serious of 87 complaints filed with NHTSA.
