2016 Audi A3 Service and Repair Manual
2016 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 Komfort Convertible 2-Door
- Premium Plus Convertible 2-Door
- Attraction Plus Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Komfort Sedan 4-Door
- S Line Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Technik Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Premium Sedan 4-Door
- Ambiente Hatchback 2-Door
- Attraction Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Premium Plus Sedan 4-Door
- Premium Convertible 2-Door
- TDI Progressiv Convertible 2-Door
- Prestige Sedan 4-Door
- Premium Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Technik Convertible 2-Door
- Progressiv Sedan 4-Door
- Ambiente Sedan 4-Door
- Premium Plus Sedan 4-Door
- Attraction Convertible 2-Door
- Komfort Sedan 4-Door
- TDI Progressiv Sedan 4-Door
- Attraction Hatchback 2-Door
- Prestige Convertible 2-Door
- TDI Prestige Sedan 4-Door
- S Line Convertible 2-Door
- Technik Sedan 4-Door
- S Line Hatchback 2-Door
Engines covered
- 2.0L 1968CC 120Cu. In. l4 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged
- 1.8L 1798CC 110Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
- 1.4L 1395CC 85Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
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
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious i
Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant d
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain front-wheel drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 201
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi ow
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
This bulletin provides information when the engine warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster, and the vehicle has reduced power. DTCs P256300, P056E00, P00AF00.
This bulletin provides information when the engine warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster, and the vehicle has reduced power. DTCs P256300, P056E00, P00AF00.
Diagnosed and confirmed malfunction of the vehicles AEB system that resulted from failure or malfunction of the AEB systems control unit, camera(s), LIDAR, and/or sensor(s) which enable automatic emergency braking functionality.
Diagnosed and confirmed malfunction of the vehicles AEB system that resulted from failure or malfunction of the AEB systems control unit, camera(s), LIDAR, and/or sensor(s) which enable automatic emergency braking functionality.
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
Showing the 8 most recent of 546 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
This vehicle was involved in a rear end collision in late 2025. The vehicle was just sold at auction with a clean title even though it has frame damage that is more than 100% of the cost of this vehic
This vehicle was involved in a rear end collision in late 2025. The vehicle was just sold at auction with a clean title even though it has frame damage that is more than 100% of the cost of this vehic
This vehicle was involved in a rear end collision in late 2025. The vehicle was just sold at auction with a clean title even though it has frame damage that is more than 100% of the cost of this vehic
On August 30th 2021 around 12:45pm driving to work I experienced something I did not realize was possible. I was in the fast lane going 70-75mph when my steering wheel began to shake profusely, I fel
I have filed multiple complaints with you all regarding my concern for safety and anxiety each time I get behind the wheel of my car. I contacted Audi, National, local dealer and no help with Nationa
Showing the 5 most serious of 113 complaints filed with NHTSA.
