Audi A3, S3, RS 3, 8YS (USA)

Transfer case fluid capacity & service interval

Audi A3, S3, RS 3, 8YS (USA) transfer case fluid capacity ranges from 0,6 to 0,88 liters. The data covers 3 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
  • RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro (299 kW) (2022- )
  • Angle gearbox
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,8 liter (Refill)
  • Code: 0CP
  • A3 40 TFSI quattro (150 kW) (2021- )
  • Angle gearbox
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,72-0,88 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 0,6-0,73 liter (Service fill)
  • S3 2.0 TFSI quattro (228 kW) (2021- )
  • Angle gearbox
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 0,72-0,88 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 0,6-0,73 liter (Service fill)

Additional Notes

  • The Audi A3 40 TFSI quattro (150 kW) angle gearbox carries an initial fill capacity of 0.72–0.88 liter, which represents the volume used when the unit is filled from a dry or overhauled state.
  • The service fill capacity for the A3 40 TFSI quattro (150 kW) drops to 0.60–0.73 liter, reflecting the smaller volume replaced during a routine fluid change when residual fluid remains in the unit.
  • The S3 2.0 TFSI quattro (228 kW) shares the same initial fill range of 0.72–0.88 liter and the same service fill range of 0.60–0.73 liter as the A3 40 TFSI quattro, despite the meaningful difference in power output between the two variants.
  • The RS 3 2.5 TFSI quattro (299 kW) angle gearbox specifies a refill capacity of 0.80 liter, a single fixed value rather than a range, distinguishing the specification format from the two lower-output quattro variants.
  • All three configurations list the use condition as normal, meaning the stated capacities apply under standard operating conditions rather than a severe-duty or first-change-only scenario.
  • The gap between the initial fill and service fill ranges on the A3 40 TFSI quattro and S3 2.0 TFSI quattro indicates that approximately 0.12–0.15 liter of fluid is expected to remain in the transfer case after a drain, which accounts for the reduced service fill volume.

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