Audi A4, S4, 8W (USA)

Manual transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Audi A4, S4, 8W (USA) manual transmission fluid capacity is 1,8 liters. Service intervals occur every 20000 miles or 24 months. The data covers 1 configuration.

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

TypeSpecifications
A4 2.0 TFSI quattro (185 kW) (2016-2018)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 1,8 liter
  • Check 20000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 0CX 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The A4 2.0 TFSI quattro (185 kW) manual transmission holds 1.8 liters of fluid, a figure consistent with a service fill rather than a full overhaul or dry fill, where a larger volume would typically be required to account for empty passages and components.
  • The 1.8-liter capacity applies to the 2016-2018 model years of the A4 2.0 TFSI quattro (185 kW), representing the fluid volume expected during a standard level check or top-up service on an already-operational transmission.
  • The service interval is set at 20,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first, under normal use conditions, meaning the interval reflects everyday driving rather than the more demanding cycles associated with severe use classifications.
  • The interval specification uses a dual trigger of mileage and time, so a vehicle accumulating low annual mileage would still reach a service point at the 24-month mark regardless of distance traveled.

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