For 2008 A3 Second generation facelift Audi recommends to use: VW 501 14 brake fluids. To select the right brake fluid see the table below.

How much brake fluid you need to put into 2008 A3 depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_more1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP at 5600 RPM, 148 N⋅m at 3800 RPM engine (2003.5–2012.8)
With automated shift gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
With automatic gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
With manual transmission 1.22 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
expand_more2.0 (2006.6–2012.8)
With automatic gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
With manual transmission 1.22 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
expand_more2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2003.5–2008.6)
With automatic gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
With manual transmission 1.22 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
expand_moreAll other modifications
With automated shift gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14
With manual transmission 1.22 US qt.
Brake fluid: VW 501 14

Changing brake fluid in 2008 Audi A3 is not as hard as it seems. The whole job will take about 2040 minutes and will save you $50$100.

Remove old brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a turkey baster and clean the reservoir with lint-free cloth. Pour new fluid into the reservoir. Ask your buddy to help you bleed brakes. If no one is around buy a cheap non-return valve in a pharmacy. Bleed your brakes in a sequenced as described in owners manual until new fluid can be seen at all bleed screws. Constantly check brake fluid level in the master cylinder while you're bleeding brakes.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Audi A3 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Audi warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Audi A3 service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2008 Audi A3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2008 Audi A3 generations

In 2008 Audi offered 2 generations of the A3. Brake fluid capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Audi A3 Second generation facelift model years

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