Audi A4, S4, 8E / B6 (USA)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Audi A4, S4, 8E / B6 (USA) automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 2,6 to 9,8 liters. Service intervals include checks at 15000 miles or 12 months and 20000 miles or 12 months. The data covers 4 configurations.

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

TypeSpecifications
S4 4.2 quattro (253 kW) (2003-2005)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,8 liter (Initial fill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: 09L 6/1
S4 4.2 quattro (253 kW) (2003-2005)
  • Use: First check only
  • Capacity 9,8 liter (Initial fill)
  • Check 15000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: 09L 6/1
A4 3.0 5V quattro (162 kW) (2001-2005)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 2,6-3 liter (Refill)
  • Check 20000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: 01V 5/1
A4 3.0 5V quattro (162 kW) (2001-2005)
  • Use: First check only
  • Capacity 9 liter (Initial fill)
  • Capacity 2,6-3 liter (Refill)
  • Check 15000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: 01V 5/1

Additional Notes

  • The Audi A4 3.0 5V quattro automatic transmission carries an initial fill capacity of 9 liters, which represents the total fluid volume required when filling a dry or overhauled unit from empty.
  • Refill capacity for the A4 3.0 5V quattro automatic transmission is listed at 2.6-3 liters, reflecting the smaller volume needed during a routine fluid service rather than a full overhaul.
  • The A4 3.0 5V quattro automatic transmission follows a 20,000-mile or 12-month check interval under normal use conditions.
  • A separate first-check-only interval of 15,000 miles or 12 months applies to the A4 3.0 5V quattro automatic transmission, indicating an earlier inspection tied specifically to the initial break-in period of the fluid or unit.
  • The Audi S4 4.2 quattro automatic transaxle carries a notably higher initial fill capacity of 9.8 liters compared to the 9-liter figure for the A4 3.0 5V quattro, reflecting the larger unit associated with the 253 kW V8 drivetrain.
  • No refill capacity is listed for the S4 4.2 quattro automatic transaxle, meaning the specifications address only the initial fill volume for a dry unit.
  • The S4 4.2 quattro transaxle shares the same check intervals as the A4 3.0 5V quattro: 20,000 miles or 12 months under normal use, and 15,000 miles or 12 months for the first check only.

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