This manual for the 2010 Audi A8 Quattro is built around the 4.2L V8 (engine code BVJ) and the exact trim it came with, so the torque values, wiring routes, and service intervals inside match what Audi actually documented for your car, not a generic A8 writeup.
Engines covered
- 4.2L V8 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 6.0L W12 (366 cu in) — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door sedan
Trims covered
- Base
- L
Known issues on the 2010 A8 Quattro. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the engine cooling system: a coolant valve can leak and allow coolant to reach the engine control module, causing a loss of power or a full engine stall. Owners have filed 1 complaint for the year, and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that system are here.
Whether you're tracing a coolant leak into the engine control module or working through a scheduled service, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2010 A8 Quattro.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine cont
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 1
This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.
This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.
This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
Showing the 8 most recent of 649 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
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