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Audi A4 B8 (4th Generation)

2009–2016 · B8 · sedan

B8 A4 ran the EA888 2.0L turbo four (Gen 1 then Gen 2 mid-cycle) and a 3.2L FSI V6 on early cars. Quattro AWD was widely optioned. Known issues include early EA888 timing chain tensioner failure (Gen 1, pre-2013), excess oil consumption on the same Gen 1 engines, and PCV diaphragm failure. The 2013 facelift brought Gen 2 EA888 with most of those addressed.

Watch out: EA888 Gen 1 (2009-2012) oil consumption from worn piston rings. A 1 quart per 1,000 miles burn is common. Audi settled a class action; window closed.

What your A4 takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Wiper blades24" driver · 20" passenger✓ VerifiedView
  • Headlight bulbsH7 low · H11 fog✓ VerifiedView
  • Engine oil5W-40 (5.3 qt) · 0W-40 (5.3 qt) · 5W-30 (6.9 qt)From owner's manualShop
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