Audi A6 Maintenance Guides - Common Audi A6 Repair Questions Answered
With a sophisticated look, the A6 is Audi’s bestselling executive saloon car.
With so many Audi A6 drivers in our network, Who Can Fix My Car have compiled answers to all our A6 FAQ’s in one maintenance and advice guide for drivers.
Audi A6 Tyre Pressure
What is the recommended tyre pressure of an Audi A6?
The recommended tyre pressure levels of your Audi A6 varies model to model, but generally it sits at around 32-33 psi in all four tyres.
A full Audi A6 tyre pressure guide can be found in your owner’s manual, with the recommended values also noted in the tyre placard (stuck on your driver’s door interior).
Where can I check my Audi A6 tyre pressure?
Audi A6 tyre pressure can be checked by a mechanic at a garage or at a petrol station, where you can also amend pressure.
You can also gather pressure readings at home with a handheld pressure gauge.
The process for checking pressure levels is to:
Remove valve cap from your tyre
Place gauge onto the valve stem and push down until hissing noise stops
Your gauge will now show a reading, note this down
Reattach the valve cap and repeat process for the three remaining tyres.
What should I do once I see a tyre pressure warning?
As soon as the tyre pressure warning light illuminates on your Audi dashboard, the first thing to do is to check tyre pressure of all your wheels.
The light should then go out once you drive away again, if the light remains on cease driving as soon as if safe.
The light is likely remaining on because you either have a puncture or the warning light itself is faulty and may require a reset.
How do I reset a Audi A6 tyre pressure light?
Firstly, ensure the pressure levels are correct on all four of the Audi A6 tyres.
Now, turn your ignition on but refrain from starting the engine.
Press car function button (found on MMI control panel).
Next, select the Systems control button, then “Servicing and Checks”.
You must then select “Tyre Pressure Monitoring” followed by “Store Tyre Pressures”.
Finally, select “Yes, Store Now”.
Bear in mind that the TPMS reset process will vary model to model and will always be noted in your owner’s manual if you are in anyway unsure.
Audi A6 Warning Lights
What do the warning lights mean on an Audi A6?
Every Audi model will have slightly different warning lights; however, they all operate on a traffic lights system.
Whereby red lights signify an urgent issue that needs fast attention. If a red warning light shines, stop driving as soon as is safe and seek assistance.
Amber/yellow lights similarly indicate a problem, but this time non-urgent.
You can continue driving but take extra precaution and have the area inspected efficiently to avoid further damage and more costly repairs.
Green lights, or blue, are purely informational and no cause for concern. They simply signpost info such as to let you know that your full beam headlights are on.
What does an Audi A6 check engine warning light mean?
The check engine light, also known as the malfunction indicator light, illuminates when there is an issue with your Audi A6 engine, transmission or emissions system.
The light should always prompt you to have the area inspected by a mechanic. A flashing check engine light indicates increased urgency and perhaps a more severe problem at hand.
What should I do when my Audi A6 oil pressure warning light illuminates?
The first point of call is to turn off your engine as soon as is safe. You must then check your oil levels, topping up the oil if it required.
If the light remains on once oil levels are correct, turn your engine off, cease driving and contact a mechanic.
Audi A6 Service Intervals
What is the Audi A6 service schedule?
The Audi A6 should receive an annual full service, along with a legally required MOT. If you undertake a particularly high mileage, especially once made up of lots of short journeys, an interim service is recommended at the six month mark.
Your coolant levels and brake fluid should also be checked/changed annually along with an oil change.
Audi A6 Common Problems
Are gearbox common with the Audi A6?
If you are finding it very difficult to change gear in you A6 with it being particularly clunky, particularly those with an automatic or CVT gearbox, there may be an issue with the software.
The software will need to be re-programmed to eradicate this issue.
How to handle excessive oil use on an Audi A6?
Unfortunately, Audi’s in general have a poor reputation concerning their high oil consumption.
Overtime, high oil use can have an effect on your engine, therefore you should undertake regular oil level checks and topping up whenever needed.
Audi A6 Oil
What the best oil to use for an Audi A6?
The recommended engine oil for the Audi A6 is either 5W-30 or 5W-40 oil, both of which are fully synthetic and high performing.
This type of oil offers a wholly better driving experience and should be used at all times.
What is the oil capacity for an Audi A6?
The oil capacity of your Audi A6 will vary depending on your car model year, series and country of manufacture, refer to your owner’s manual for the exact value for your vehicle.
Generally, the A6 oil capacity sits at around 5 litres.
What to do if an Audi A6 leaks oil?
An oil leak in your Audi A6, is something which must be addressed promptly as it can often lead to much more extensive damage which is more costly too.
Detecting the source of an oil leak can be lengthy and prolong the repair process, therefore it is best to contact an Audi A6 leak specialist.
