🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Audi Model: TT Year: 2004 Chassis Code: 8N Product Type: Service and Repair Manual 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact sports car / premium compact Target Demographic: Enthusiasts seeking stylish design, performance, and premium German engineering Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: BMW Z3/Z4, Porsche Boxster, Mercedes-Benz SLK, Nissan 350Z, Mazda RX-8 Key Features Design Philosophy: Timeless, Bauhaus-inspired design; compact, muscular stance Performance Orientation: Focus on driving dynamics, handling, and potent turbocharged engines Manual Value Proposition Dealership Equivalence: Provides the same authoritative information used by authorized Audi service centers Diy Enablement: Empowers owners to perform complex maintenance and repairs themselves, saving costs 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: All models and all repairs A-Z Target Audience: Dealership technicians Data Accuracy: Vehicle-specific, not generic Page Count Estimated Pages: Variable (typically 800-1500+ pages for comprehensive manuals, actual number not specified but implied to be extensive) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual (FSM) Language Language: English (assumed based on typical market availability) Format Format: Digital (likely PDF, as common for modern service manuals) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine mechanical, engine management, fuel system, exhaust system, cooling system, lubrication system, starting and charging system Drivetrain: Manual transmission, automatic transmission (if applicable), driveline components (axles, CV joints), clutch system Chassis: Suspension (front and rear), steering system, brake system (hydraulic, ABS, EBD), wheels and tires Electrical: Body electrical systems, lighting, instrumentation, power accessories, infotainment system, anti-theft system, wiring diagrams Body And Frame: Body panels, interior trim, exterior trim, glass, doors, hinges, latches, structural components Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance intervals, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections Repair And Rebuild: Component disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly for all major systems Diagnostics: Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based diagnostics, testing procedures Adjustments: Wheel alignment, headlight aiming, parking brake adjustment Calibration: Electronic control unit (ECU) programming, sensor calibration (e.g., steering angle sensor) Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds Detail Level: Detailed step-by-step instructions, torque specifications, special tool requirements, diagnostic flowcharts 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Type: PDF (Portable Document Format) Searchability: Likely text-searchable, allowing quick access to specific topics Print Quality Quality: High-resolution scans or original digital files, ensuring clarity of diagrams and text Binding Type Type: N/A (Digital format) Paper Type Type: N/A (Digital format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: AEB, APU, ARK, AWP (for 1.8T), BAM (for 225hp 1.8T) Configuration: Inline 4-cylinder, turbocharged, 20-valve (5 valves per cylinder) Displacement: 1.8 liters (1781 cc) Bore X Stroke: 81.0 mm x 86.4 mm Performance Horsepower 180Hp Variant: 180 PS (178 bhp / 132 kW) at 5500 rpm Torque 180Hp Variant: 235 Nm (173 lb-ft) between 1950-5000 rpm Horsepower 225Hp Variant: 225 PS (222 bhp / 165 kW) at 5900 rpm Torque 225Hp Variant: 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) between 1950-5000 rpm Fuel System Induction: Electronic multi-point fuel injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended) Engine Management ECU: Bosch Motronic ME 7.5 (typical) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 6-speed manual transmission Optional Type: Direct-shift gearbox (DSG) / S tronic (optional on some models/markets) Features Drivetrain: Quattro all-wheel drive (standard on 225hp models, optional on 180hp models) Fluid Specification Manual Transmission Fluid: G 052 171 A1 (or equivalent GL-4 75W-90) AWD Differential Fluid: G 055 145 A2 (or equivalent GL-5 75W-90) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: 2-door Coupe, 2-door Roadster (convertible) Length Coupe: 4040 mm (159.1 inches) Width Coupe: 1775 mm (69.9 inches) Height Coupe: 1340 mm (52.8 inches) Wheelbase Coupe: 2512 mm (98.9 inches) Length Roadster: 4040 mm (159.1 inches) Width Roadster: 1775 mm (69.9 inches) Height Roadster: 1375 mm (54.1 inches) Wheelbase Roadster: 2512 mm (98.9 inches) Weights Curb Weight Approx 180Hp Coupe FWD: 1350 kg (2976 lbs) Curb Weight Approx 225Hp Coupe Quattro: 1470 kg (3241 lbs) Wheel Bolt Pattern: 5x112 Center Bore: 57.1 mm 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: 4 Stars (driver and passenger) IIHS Side Impact: Good (for models with side airbags) Active Features Braking: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) Stability Control: Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Traction Control System (TCS) Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags, optional side airbags Rollover Protection: Pop-up rollover protection bars (standard on Roadster) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Head Unit: Audi Chorus or Concert (AM/FM, CD player, optional navigation) Audio System: Standard 8-speaker system, optional Bose premium audio Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard on most models Parking Sensors: Optional rear parking sensors Connectivity Cell Phone Integration: Optional Bluetooth preparation with cradle/phone interface Other Features Lighting: Bi-xenon headlights (optional), LED taillights (facelift models) 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: 15,000 km (9,375 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first (typical Audi LongLife schedule) Timing Belt Interval: 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years (for 1.8T engines, critical replacement item) Spark Plug Interval: 60,000 km (37,500 miles)...
Inline 4-cylinder, turbocharged, 20-valve (5 valves per cylinder)
Displacement:
1.8 liters (1781 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
81.0 mm x 86.4 mm
Performance
Horsepower 180Hp Variant:
180 PS (178 bhp / 132 kW) at 5500 rpm
Torque 180Hp Variant:
235 Nm (173 lb-ft) between 1950-5000 rpm
Horsepower 225Hp Variant:
225 PS (222 bhp / 165 kW) at 5900 rpm
Torque 225Hp Variant:
280 Nm (207 lb-ft) between 1950-5000 rpm
Fuel System
Induction:
Electronic multi-point fuel injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended)
Engine Management
ECU:
Bosch Motronic ME 7.5 (typical)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
6-speed manual transmission
Optional
Type:
Direct-shift gearbox (DSG) / S tronic (optional on some models/markets)
Features
Drivetrain:
Quattro all-wheel drive (standard on 225hp models, optional on 180hp models)
Fluid Specification
Manual Transmission Fluid:
G 052 171 A1 (or equivalent GL-4 75W-90)
AWD Differential Fluid:
G 055 145 A2 (or equivalent GL-5 75W-90)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
2-door Coupe, 2-door Roadster (convertible)
Length Coupe:
4040 mm (159.1 inches)
Width Coupe:
1775 mm (69.9 inches)
Height Coupe:
1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase Coupe:
2512 mm (98.9 inches)
Length Roadster:
4040 mm (159.1 inches)
Width Roadster:
1775 mm (69.9 inches)
Height Roadster:
1375 mm (54.1 inches)
Wheelbase Roadster:
2512 mm (98.9 inches)
Weights
Curb Weight Approx 180Hp Coupe FWD:
1350 kg (2976 lbs)
Curb Weight Approx 225Hp Coupe Quattro:
1470 kg (3241 lbs)
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
5x112
Center Bore:
57.1 mm
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact:
4 Stars (driver and passenger)
IIHS Side Impact:
Good (for models with side airbags)
Active Features
Braking:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Stability Control:
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) / Traction Control System (TCS)
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags, optional side airbags
Rollover Protection:
Pop-up rollover protection bars (standard on Roadster)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Head Unit:
Audi Chorus or Concert (AM/FM, CD player, optional navigation)
Audio System:
Standard 8-speaker system, optional Bose premium audio
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard on most models
Parking Sensors:
Optional rear parking sensors
Connectivity
Cell Phone Integration:
Optional Bluetooth preparation with cradle/phone interface
Other Features
Lighting:
Bi-xenon headlights (optional), LED taillights (facelift models)
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
15,000 km (9,375 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first (typical Audi LongLife schedule)
Timing Belt Interval:
100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years (for 1.8T engines, critical replacement item)
Spark Plug Interval:
60,000 km (37,500 miles) or 4 years (typical for platinum/iridium plugs)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specification:
VW 502 00 or VW 503 00 approved (e.g., Castrol EDGE 5W-40 or 0W-30 synthetic)
Coolant Specification:
G 12 Plus (pink) or G 12 (red) Antifreeze/Coolant (VW TL 774-C/D)
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 4 (refer to manual for specific Audi standard like G 000 200)
Known Issues
Coil Packs:
Premature failure of ignition coil packs is common, leading to misfires.
Oil Leaks:
Valve cover gasket, oil cooler seals, and PCV system can develop leaks.
Thermostat Housing:
Plastic thermostat housing can crack and leak coolant.
Haldex Coupler Maintenance:
Requires regular fluid changes (every 30,000-40,000 miles) to prevent premature wear on AWD models.
Timing Belt Tensioner:
Failure of the timing belt tensioner can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage:
Audi AG, a German manufacturer with a long history in automotive engineering and motorsport, known for 'Vorsprung durch Technik'.
Model Evolution
Generation:
First generation (Typ 8N)
Introduction Year:
1998 (Europe), 1999 (North America)
Facelift:
Significant facelift in late 2002 for the 2003 model year, affecting styling and interior.
Production
Production Period 8N:
1998-2006
Manufacturing Location:
Ingolstadt, Germany
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car Of The Year Awards:
Multiple 'Car of the Year' awards and 'Best Design' awards globally upon its release.
Motor Trend Awards:
Considered a strong contender in its class, though specific major awards from MotorTrend for this exact year are less documented than initial launch years.
Ratings
Consumer Reports Reliability:
Reliability ratings varied throughout its production cycle, with specific years and powertrain combinations showing different results. The manual provides information to maintain and address potential issues.
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