2010 Audi A3 Service and Repair Manual

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2010 Audi A3 service and repair manual a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What's included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • TDI Hatchback 4-Door
  • Ambiente Hatchback 4-Door
  • S Line Hatchback 4-Door
  • Base Hatchback 4-Door
  • Attraction Hatchback 4-Door
  • Sportback 100 Aniversario Hatchback 4-Door
  • Cabrio Convertible 2-Door
  • 100 Aniversario Hatchback 2-Door
  • Attraction Plus Hatchback 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 1968CC 120Cu. In. l4 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged
  • 1.8L 1798CC 110Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 1.4L 1390CC 85Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.0L 1984CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.0L 1984CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2010 Audi A3 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #09V37700030/09/2009Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2010 AUDI A3, TT, AND TT ROADSTER PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 29, 2005 AND AUGUST 26, 2009. THE CLOSING FORCE OF AN INTER

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

VOLKSWAGEN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND AUDI DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION VALVE WITH AN

NHTSA #09V33300020/08/2009Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 2008 AND AUGUST 2009. THE WIRING HARNESS OF A TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN THE DIRECT SHIFT GEARBOX (DS

Consequence

THE ABRUPT SHIFT TO NEUTRAL COULD LEAD TO A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPROGRAM THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WITH UPDATED SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE

NHTSA #16V07900010/02/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment o

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free

NHTSA #11V49000003/10/2011Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2009-2012 JETTA AND JETTA SPORTWAGEN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2008 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2011, MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM

Consequence

DUE TO THE RESONANCE CONDITION, INJECTOR LINE NUMBER 2 COULD DEVELOP SMALL CRACKS WHICH COULD LEAD T

Remedy

VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSTALL AN IMPROVED FUEL INJECTOR LINE FOR THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER ON CERTAIN VEHICLES

TSB #11032137

This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

TSB #11030985

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

TSB #11030984

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

TSB #11028405

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

TSB #11028398

This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.

TSB #11027321

This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.

TSB #11025369

This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.

TSB #11025357

This bulletin provides information when tehre is a paint issue on alloy wheels.

Showing the 8 most recent of 807 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20180713Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

ON JUNE 8 2018 THE CAR WAS IN MOTION IN THE CITY OF ATLANTA DRIVING STRAIGHT WHEN ANOTHER CAR TURN IMPROPERLY CAUSING ACCIDENT. THIS CAUSE THE CAR TO GET INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT FRONT END. THE DRIV

20180713Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported1 injured

ON JUNE 8 2018 THE CAR WAS IN MOTION IN THE CITY OF ATLANTA DRIVING STRAIGHT WHEN ANOTHER CAR TURN IMPROPERLY CAUSING ACCIDENT. THIS CAUSE THE CAR TO GET INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT FRONT END. THE DRIV

20180713Component: SEATSCrash reported1 injured

ON JUNE 8 2018 THE CAR WAS IN MOTION IN THE CITY OF ATLANTA DRIVING STRAIGHT WHEN ANOTHER CAR TURN IMPROPERLY CAUSING ACCIDENT. THIS CAUSE THE CAR TO GET INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT FRONT END. THE DRIV

20230225Component: TIRES

225/45zr1794w purchased at discount tire. TPMS system failed after tire installation. I told the technician and he reset the system. Five miles later TPMS indicator came on. Malfunction TPMS. I monit

20201030Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THE CAR SHUTS OFF WHEN DRIVING. ALL POWER STEERING, ELECTRICAL, POWER BRAKES, ENGINE...EVERYTHING. HAS SHUT OFF DRIVING ON FREEWAY GOING 70MPH

Showing the 5 most serious of 60 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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