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    2023 Audi R8

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    Vehicle information

    Make: Audi

    Model: R8

    Model year: 2023

    Class: Passenger vehicle

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    Specifications

    Fluids & capacities · 5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp)

    • A/C Refrigerant · R-1234yf
    • Brake Fluid · DOT 4 low viscosity (FMVSS 116 DOT 4 / VW 501.14)1 qt / 0.95 L
    • Coolant · G13 purple/violet coolant 50/50 (TL 774-J (G13))8.5 qt / 8.04 L
    • Engine Oil · 0W-40 full synthetic (VW 502.00 / 505.01)11.6 qt / 10.97 L
    • Front Differential · 75W-90 synthetic gear oil (G 052 171 A2)1.6 qt / 1.51 L
    • Power Steering · none — electric power steering
    • Rear Differential · 75W-90 synthetic gear oil (G 052 171 A2)1.9 qt / 1.8 L
    • Automatic Transmission · S tronic dual-clutch transmission fluid (G 052 182 A2)6.3 qt / 5.96 L
    • Washer Fluid · windshield washer fluid concentrate or premix6.3 qt / 5.96 L

    Source: Open Labor Project · Confirm with your owner's manual

    Key torque specs

    • Caliper Mounting Bolts65 lb-ft / 88 N·m
    • Wheel Lug Nuts89 lb-ft / 120.7 N·m
    • AC Line Fittings15 lb-ft / 20 N·m
    • Compressor Bolts25 lb-ft / 34 N·m
    • AC Compressor Bolts18 lb-ft / 25 N·m
    • Expansion Valve Fitting8 lb-ft / 11 N·m
    • Alternator Mounting Bolts37 lb-ft / 50 N·m
    • Alternator Pivot Bolt35 lb-ft / 47 N·m
    • Battery Cable Nut10 lb-ft / 14 N·m
    • Axle Nut180 lb-ft / 244 N·m
    • CV Bolts45 lb-ft / 61 N·m
    • Ball Joint Pinch Bolt45 lb-ft / 61 N·m

    Source: Open Labor Project · Estimated values; verify in the service manual

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    Maintenance

    Service intervals (normal driving)

    • Engine oil and filter5,000 mi / 12 mo
    • Tire rotation5,000 mi / 12 mo
    • Brake system inspection10,000 mi / 12 mo
    • Cabin air filter20,000 mi / 24 mo
    • Engine air filter40,000 mi / 48 mo
    • Spark plugs40,000 mi / 48 mo
    • Brake fluid24 mo
    • Engine coolant90,000 mi / 108 mo
    • Dual-clutch transmission (S tronic) fluid and filter40,000 mi / 48 mo
    • Rear differential fluid60,000 mi / 72 mo
    • Drive belt inspection40,000 mi / 48 mo
    • Front axle differential fluid60,000 mi / 72 mo
    • Haldex coupling service (if equipped)30,000 mi / 36 mo
    • Battery inspection and test20,000 mi / 24 mo

    Source: Open Labor Project · Draft schedule; your owner's manual is the final word

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    Electrical

    Battery

    • Group 48 AGM · 760 CCA · 70 Ah · 120 min RC

    Source: Open Labor Project

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    Repair costs

    Estimated labor times

    • 100K Service4.4–6.6 hr
    • 30K Service3.1–4.7 hr
    • 60K Service4.4–6.6 hr
    • 90K Service4.4–6.6 hr
    • ABS Module1.5–2.3 hr
    • ABS Pump2.6–3.8 hr
    • ABS Tone Ring - Front1.4–2 hr
    • ABS Tone Ring - Rear1.4–2.1 hr
    • ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front1–1.6 hr
    • ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear1–1.6 hr
    • AC Accumulator1.8–2.8 hr
    • AC Clutch Coil1.8–2.8 hr
    • AC Compressor4.1–6 hr
    • AC Compressor Clutch3.1–4.7 hr
    • AC Compressor Oil Add1.3–1.9 hr

    Source: Open Labor Project · Estimates, not book times. Shops may quote differently

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    Sources

    Fluids, battery, torque, service intervals and estimated labor times: Open Labor Project. Recalls and complaints: NHTSA. Fuel economy and configurations: FuelEconomy.gov.

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