Replace the diesel particulate filter on reaching the limit value of 0,52 litres.
expand_moreAutomatic gearbox oil change interval
expand_more3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5)
01J Multitronic gearbox
every 60000 km
expand_moreBrake fluid change interval
All other modifications
every 2 years
Charge air compressor drive belt change interval
every 120000 km
expand_moreEngine timing belt change interval
3.0 quattro with gasoline V6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2005.3–2006.5)
every 120000 km
expand_moreEngine oil and filter change interval
Longlife
every 30000 km / 2 years
Otherwise
every 15000 km / once a year
expand_moreFuel filter change interval
With bio-diesel
every 30000 km
Otherwise
every 60000 km
Interior filter change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
Spark plug change interval
every 90000 km / 6 years
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Audi A6 Avant Quattro service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro 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.
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 A6 Avant Quattro 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 2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2005 Audi A6 Avant Quattro generations
In 2005 Audi offered 2 generations of the A6 Avant Quattro. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.