This manual is built around the 2008 Audi S5 in its factory-delivered form, covering the 4.2L V8 (engine code CAUA) and single-trim lineup exactly as Audi released them, so every torque value and repair sequence matches your car rather than an approximation pulled from a related year.
Engines covered
- 4.2L V8 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 2-door coupe
Trims covered
- Base
Known issues on the 2008 S5. No recalls are on federal record for the 2008 S5. Owners have filed 3 complaints for the year, and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind this car's systems are here regardless.
Whether you're servicing the 4.2L V8 or working through the S5's driveline, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2008 S5.
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
This bulletin provides information for when the steering column adjustment does not work.
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
Showing the 8 most recent of 355 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V376000 (AIR BAGS). THE FAILURE WAS A
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYNCOS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY CAUSING GRINDING INTO GEARS AND FAILURE TO ENGAGE GEARS WICH CAN CAUSE STALLS OR SUDDEN LOSS OF SPEED. IV BEEN TOLD ITS
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SIDE AIR BAG WAS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE SUNROOF SHOULD HAVE DRAINED THE EXCESS WATER
