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Audi A4 Service Schedule & Costs

Every service item for the Audi A4 — what needs doing, when, and what it should cost at an independent garage versus a main dealer.

B7 (2005–2008)1.8 Turbo, 1.9 TDI PD, 2.0 FSI, 2.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI
B8 (2008–2015)1.8 TFSI, 2.0 TDI, 2.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI, 3.0 TDI V6
B9 (2016–2023)1.4 TFSI, 2.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI, 2.9 TFSI V6, 3.0 TDI V6

Audi A4 service: key facts

Routine service items

These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer specifies 10,000 miles or 12 months.
10,000 miles or 1 year
£80–£150
Dealer: £150–£250
Air filter
Manufacturer interval 40,000 miles.
40,000 miles or 4 years
£15–£35
Dealer: £30–£60
Cabin pollen filter
Manufacturer interval 20,000 miles.
20,000 miles or 2 years
£25–£50
Dealer: £50–£100
Fuel filter
Manufacturer interval 40,000 miles for diesel engines.
40,000 miles or 4 years
£200–£400
Dealer: £400–£600

Major service items

These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Timing chain service inspection
Timing chain tensioner inspection recommended every 40,000 miles on EA113 and EA888 engines due to known tensioner failures.
B7, B8, B9 · EA113, EA888
40,000 miles or 4 years
£800–£1500
Dealer: £1500–£2500

Periodic maintenance

Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.

Service itemIntervalTypical cost
Cam follower inspection
Critical inspection for B7 2.0 TFSI engines.
B7 · EA113
20,000 miles or 2 years
£200–£400
Dealer: £350–£600
Brake fluid
Two-year interval regardless of mileage.
999,999 miles or 2 years
£60–£100
Dealer: £120–£180
Coolant flush
Manufacturer interval 60,000 miles or 6 years.
60,000 miles or 6 years
£120–£200
Dealer: £200–£350
S tronic DSG fluid
Critical service for S tronic DSG transmissions.
B8, B9
40,000 miles or 4 years
£200–£350
Dealer: £400–£600
Multitronic CVT fluid
Essential for Multitronic CVT reliability.
B7, B8
60,000 miles or 6 years
£150–£300
Dealer: £350–£500
Spark plugs
Manufacturer interval 40,000 miles for most engines.
40,000 miles or 4 years
£80–£150
Dealer: £150–£250
DPF forced regeneration
DPF regeneration occurs automatically every 300-600 miles depending on driving conditions.
B8, B9
600 miles or 1 months
£0–£0
Dealer: £0–£0
AdBlue top-up
AdBlue consumption typically 1 litre per 1000 miles.
B9
10,000 miles or 1 year
£15–£30
Dealer: £30–£60

Known issues to watch for

The most common problems reported on the Audi A4, ranked by severity.

dangerous
Oil pump drive hex bolt failure (B7)
The oil pump drive on B7 1.9 TDI PD engines uses a hex bolt that can shear without warning, causing complete loss of oil pressure and catastrophic engine failure within seconds.
dangerous
Cam follower failure from HPFP (B7)
The high-pressure fuel pump cam follower on B7 2.0 TFSI engines wears through due to inadequate hardening, destroying the camshaft lobe beneath it.
dangerous
Multitronic CVT gearbox failure (B7)
The Multitronic CVT transmission is notoriously unreliable with widespread failures affecting the steel belt, pulleys, and control systems.
dangerous
Oil pump chain failure (B8)
The balance shaft oil pump chain can fail on 2008-2012 diesel models, similar to the hex bolt issue on B7 PD engines.

16 more known issues tracked. Check a specific car's history to see what matters for its age and mileage.

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Audi A4 service FAQs

How often should a Audi A4 be serviced?

A Audi A4 should have an oil service every 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer specifies 10,000 miles or 12 months.

How much does a Audi A4 service cost?

A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£150. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£250. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.

Can I service a Audi A4 at an independent garage?

Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.