2011 AUDI S5 CAEB/DFM (8T)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Timing chain tensioner wear leading to rattling noise
• Supercharger pulley failure (rare)

First checks

• Inspect timing chain and tensioner condition
• Check supercharger pulley and belt wear
• Verify suspension components for wear

Antes de cambiar piezas

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• Market variations exist mainly in transmission options and emissions tuning.
• Cabrios and Sportback body styles introduced from 2009–2012 differ in weight and some specs slightly.