Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 1 year / 15000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI 16V, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change Engine Oil and Oil filter on AUDI A4 B7 AVANT TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for A4 Avant (8ED, B7) and other AUDI models

Oil filter

        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI 16V Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI Diesel (170 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro Diesel (170 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI Diesel (136 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI Diesel (121 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI quattro Diesel (163 hp)
      
        Oil filter for AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 2.0 TDI Diesel (126 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Drive socket # 19
                      
                        Drive socket # 32
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Oil drain pan
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
Use only new O-rings during installation.
Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Audi A4 B7 Avant.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. AUTODOC recommends:
The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All works should be done with the engine cooled down.
Step 2

Put a waste oil container with at least 4 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 3

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 4

Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 5

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip:
Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 6

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
Step 7

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 8

Lower the car.
Step 9

Open the hood.
Step 10

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 11

Remove the engine cover.

AUTODOC recommends:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
Step 12

Unscrew the filter housing cap together with the old filter element. Use a drive socket #32. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Put the old oil filter in the container.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC:
Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.
Step 14

Detach the oil filter from the filter cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 15

Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 16

Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 17

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 18

Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.

Please note!
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.
Step 19

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 20

Clean the oil filter seat.

Step 21.1

Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it.

Step 21.2

Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 22

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 23

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 24

Insert the funnel.
Step 25

Pour oil into the engine through the filler. Required amount of oil: 3,8 L.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 26

Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 27

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 28

Tighten the oil filler cap.

Step 29

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.
Step 30

Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Step 31

Install the engine cover and secure it.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
Step 32

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 33

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Audi A4 B7 Avant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out.To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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