This 2003 Audi TT factory service and repair manual is built around this exact year, engine and trim combination, so the specifications, torque values and diagnostic steps you're following are the ones Audi published for your 1.8L turbocharged TT (engine code AWP), not a figure borrowed from a nearby model year.
Engines covered
- 1.8L inline-four — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 2-door convertible
- 2-door coupe
Trims covered
- Base
Known issues on the 2003 TT. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering an aftermarket Tru-Flow water pump: a failure of the timing belt driven off a defective pump can cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a crash. Owners have filed 18 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 timing belt and water pump drive or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2003 TT.
The Gates Corporation (Gates) is recalling certain aftermarket Tru-Flow Water Pumps, part number TFW 41127, sold at certain NAPA Auto Parts and/or installed by automotive service technicians after November 1, 2013 (and manufactured August 2013 throug
A failure of the timing belt may cause the engine to shut down, potentially increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Gates will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pump, free of charge. The recall began during May 2014. Owners may contact The Gates Corporation at 1-303-744-1911.
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.
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
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.
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
Showing the 8 most recent of 113 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
A HARD TURN AND QUICK ACCELERATION TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT LEAD TO POWER FAILURE TO THE WHEELS, AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE CODE READ "SLIPPING TORQUE
ENGINE FAILED. THREW A ROD CAUSING THE ENGINE TO BE REPLACED AT 50,000 MILES. *JB
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 AUDI TT. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE TRANSMISSION JERKED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE FOR A FEW SECONDS. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE THE CONT
2003 AUDI TT ROADSTER PROBLEMS WITH INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE ARE NOW SAFETY ISSUES RESULTING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE. *KB THE ODOMETER AND TEMPERATURE GAUGES NO LONGER F
MY 2003 AUDI ALL ROAD HAS A CONTINUAL PULL TO THE RIGHT. IT WILL NOT DRIVE STRAIGHT FOR MORE THAN 5-8 SECONDS AT A TIME, ON MOST ROAD SURFACES. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR IN FOR REPAIRS FOUR TIMES IN 3400 M
OIL CONSUMPTION OF VEHICLE IS VERY HIGH. FOR THE FIRST 30000 MILES OIL CONSUMPTION WAS NORMAL. NOW THE VEHICLE RUNS LOW ON OIL EVERY 3000 MILES. ADVISED BY AUDI THAT IT IS NORMAL FOR THE VEHICHLE T
THE SIDEWALL RUPTURED ON A GOODYEAR WRANGLER F1, 225/55R17 TIRE. *JB
MY 2003 AUDI TT QUATTRO HAS AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT, HAVE TRIED NUMEROUS TIMES REPLACING THE BULB AS WELL AS SWITCH. AFTER LOOKING AT NUMEROUS POSTS, IT IS CLEAR THAT THIS IS A HUGE FAULT BY THE MA
Showing the 8 most serious of 18 complaints filed with NHTSA.
