Audi R8 2008 Installation guide

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Service Training

The 2008 Audi R8

Vehicle Introduction

Self-Study Program 99B703

Audi of America, Inc.

Service Training

Printed in U.S.A.

Printed 9/2007

Course Number 99B703

©2007 Audi of America, Inc.

All rights reserved. All information contained in this manual is

based on the latest information available at the time of printing

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licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time

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should be referred to Audi of America, Inc.

Always check Technical Bulletins and the latest electronic repair

literature for information that may supersede any information

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Occupant Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Transmissions/Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Running Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Self-Study Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Knowledge Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

The Self-Study Program teaches the design and function of new vehicle models,

automotive components or technologies.

The Self-Study Program is not a Repair Manual!

The values given are intended as a guideline only and refer

to the software version valid at the time of publication of the SSP.

For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature.

Reference

The Self-R

Note

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Notes

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Introduction

Audi made motor sport history with the Audi R8 race

car - a formula that stirred the enthusiasm of people

throughout the world. This vehicle has now found its

way into production in the Audi R8 high-performance

sports car. Among many other attributes, the Audi

R8 accelerates from 0-60 MPH in 4.4 seconds, has no

electronically governed top speed, is designed with an

optimized front-to-rear weight distribution of 44:56, and

has very high directional stability.

Some main features of the Audi R8 include the following:

– Audi Space Frame ASF.

– 4.2L FSI High-Revving Engine.

– R-tronic Transmission.

– Front Viscous Coupling.

– Limited Slip Differential.

– Audi Magnetic Ride.

– Hi-Performance Brakes.

Audi R8 Overview

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Introduction

Audi Neckarsulm

The Audi R8 is assembled in Neckarsulm,

Germany. Vehicles are produced largely by

hand with a small-scale production of 20

vehicles per day.

Over 250 employees with a high level of

workforce qualiﬁcation, skill, and in-depth

experience work at the R8 production

facility. More than 39 million dollars were

invested in the site.

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Notes

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Body

Dimensional Overview

Unladen Weight 3605 lb (1635 kg) - with Manual Transmission

3616 lb (1640 kg) - with R-tronic Transmission

Permissible Laden Weight 4101 lb (1860 kg) - with Manual Transmission

4112 lb (1865 kg) - with R-tronic Transmission

Turning Circle Diameter 37.8 ft (11.80 m)

Fuel Tank 24 Gallons

Motor Oil Quantity 15 qt (14.2 l) (Including Filter Replacement)

The luggage compartment of the Audi R8 accommodates

almost 3.5 cu. ft. (DIN) and approximately 3.2 cu. ft. (DIN)

of additional space is provided behind the seats.

Weights

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Body

Body Dimensions

Length 174 in (4431 mm)

Width 74.9 in (1904 mm)

Height 49.1 in (1249 mm)

Wheelbase 104 in (2650 mm)

Front Track Width 64.2 in (1632 mm)

Rear Track Width 62.7 in (1558 mm)

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Body

Audi Space Frame (ASF)

The body design of the R8 incorporates Audi Space

Frame technology; the result is an extremely rigid,

lightweight aluminum body offering the following

beneﬁts:

– Signiﬁcant Weight Reduction.

– High Strength.

– High Static and Dynamic Torsional Rigidity.