Audi R8 2008 User Manual

Service Training

The 2008 Audi R8 Vehicle Introduction

Self-Study Program 99B703

Audi of America, Inc. Service Training Printed in U.S.A. Printed 9/2007 Course Number 99B703

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Occupant Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Transmissions/Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Running Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Self-Study Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Knowledge Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

The Self-Study Program teaches the design and function of new vehicle models, automotive components or technologies.

The Self-Study Program is not a Repair Manual! The values given are intended as a guideline only and refer to the software version valid at the time of publication of the SSP.

For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature.

Reference

The Self-R

Note

Notes

Audi R8 Overview

Introduction

Audi made motor sport history with the Audi R8 race car - a formula that stirred the enthusiasm of people throughout the world. This vehicle has now found its way into production in the Audi R8 high-performance sports car. Among many other attributes, the Audi R8 accelerates from 0-60 MPH in 4.4 seconds, has no electronically governed top speed, is designed with an optimized front-to-rear weight distribution of 44:56, and has very high directional stability.

Some main features of the Audi R8 include the following:

– Audi Space Frame ASF. – 4.2L FSI High-Revving Engine. – R-tronic Transmission. – Front Viscous Coupling. – Limited Slip Differential. – Audi Magnetic Ride. – Hi-Performance Brakes.

Introduction

Audi Neckarsulm

The Audi R8 is assembled in Neckarsulm,

Germany. Vehicles are produced largely by

hand with a small-scale production of 20

vehicles per day.

Over 250 employees with a high level of

workforce qualiﬁcation, skill, and in-depth

experience work at the R8 production

facility. More than 39 million dollars were

invested in the site.

Notes

Body

Dimensional Overview

The luggage compartment of the Audi R8 accommodates almost 3.5 cu. ft. (DIN) and approximately 3.2 cu. ft. (DIN) of additional space is provided behind the seats.

Weights

Unladen Weight 3605 lb (1635 kg) - with Manual Transmission

3616 lb (1640 kg) - with R-tronic Transmission

Permissible Laden Weight 4101 lb (1860 kg) - with Manual Transmission

4112 lb (1865 kg) - with R-tronic Transmission

Turning Circle Diameter 37.8 ft (11.80 m)

Fuel Tank 24 Gallons

Motor Oil Quantity 15 qt (14.2 l) (Including Filter Replacement)

Body

Body Dimensions

Length 174 in (4431 mm)

Width 74.9 in (1904 mm)

Height 49.1 in (1249 mm)

Wheelbase 104 in (2650 mm)

Front Track Width 64.2 in (1632 mm)

Rear Track Width 62.7 in (1558 mm)

Body

Audi Space Frame (ASF)

The body design of the R8 incorporates Audi Space Frame technology; the result is an extremely rigid, lightweight aluminum body offering the following beneﬁts:

– Signiﬁcant Weight Reduction. – High Strength. – High Static and Dynamic Torsional Rigidity.

Body

Underbody

Always use the lifting position mounting points speciﬁed above. Do not position jack or lift at any other point. Numerous ventilation points ensure sufﬁcient cooling of the engine and other components.

The diffusers at front and rear enhance driving stability. An intact underbody is essential for correct function of the Audi R8.

Notes

Occupant Protection

Occupant Protection System in the Audi R8

The Audi R8 is a high-end luxury sports car. The occupant protection system is in keeping with vehicle driving dynamics and occupant safety needs.

The occupant protection system of the Audi R8 includes the following components and systems:

– Airbag Control Module. – Front Dual-Stage Airbags. – Side Airbags. – Knee Airbags. – Front Crash Sensors. – Side Crash Sensors. – Safety Belt Tensioners and Belt Force Limiters. – Audi Backguard. – Battery Interrupt Igniter. – Safety Belt Switch. – Latch Child Seat Fixture. – Passive Occupant Detection System (PODS).

Occupant Protection

E24 – Driver’s Safety Belt Switch E25 – Front Passenger’s Safety Belt Switch G179 – Driver’s Side Airbag Crash Sensor G180 – Front Passenger’s Side Airbag Crash Sensor G283 – Driver’s Front Airbag Crash Sensor G284 – Front Passenger’s Front Airbag Crash Sensor G452 – Seat Occupied Recognition Pressure Sensor G453 – Seat Occupied Recognition Safety Belt Force Sensor G551 – Driver’s Belt Force Limiter G552 – Front Passenger’s Belt Force Limiter J234 – Airbag Control Module J285 – Instrument Cluster Control Module J393 – Comfort System Central Control Module J533 – Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J623 – Engine Control Module (ECM)

J706 – Seat Occupied Recognition Control Module K19 – Safety Belt Warning Lamp K75 – Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) K145 – Front Passenger’s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp N95 – Driver’s Airbag Igniter N131 – Front Passenger’s Airbag Igniter 1 N132 – Front Passenger’s Airbag Igniter 2 N153 – Driver’s Safety Belt Tensioner Igniter 1 N154 – Front Passenger’s Safety Belt Tensioner Igniter 1 N199 – Driver’s Side Airbag Igniter N200 – Front Passenger’s Side Airbag Igniter N250 – Driver’s Airbag Igniter 2 N253 – Battery Interrupt Igniter N295 – Driver’s Knee Airbag Igniter N296 – Front Passenger’s Knee Airbag Igniter

Occupant Protection

Airbag Control Module J234

The electronics integrated into the Airbag Control Module detect and evaluate vehicle acceleration and deceleration in order to identify a vehicle collision. In addition to internal sensors in the control module, external sensors are also used to detect vehicle acceleration and deceleration during a collision.

J234 recognizes a collision only from the information provided by the sensors, deciding when and which safety components to activate once all sensor information has been evaluated. Front, side and rear impact collisions can be recognized by J234.

Another purpose of J234 is to activate the corresponding restraint systems (safety belt tensioner or safety belt tensioner and airbag), depending on the type and severity of the impact, and to report the crash event to other vehicle systems.

J234 has the following main tasks: – Crash Recognition (Front, Side, Rear). – Deﬁned Triggering of Safety Belt Tensioners, Airbags

and Battery Interrupt.

– Deﬁned Triggering of the Second Front Airbag Stage. – Evaluation of All Input Information. – Continuous Monitoring of the Entire Airbag System. – Independent Power Supply with a Capacitor for a

Deﬁned Period of Time (Approximately 150 ms).

– Fault Display by a Failure Warning Lamp. – Reporting of a Crash Event to Other System

Components through the Powertrain CAN-Bus or Discrete Crash Output (Conventional Wiring).

– Activation of the Safety Belt Warning Lamp. For information on which components must be replaced

after an accident, please refer to the appropriate repair manual.

J234 can only be replaced using a VAS scan tool with online capabilities, using the Guided Fault Finding or Guided Functions.

J234 must be coded and adapted according to the respective vehicle. If the coding and/or adaptation is not performed properly, malfunctions could occur in other vehicle systems, for example, in the ESP.

Occupant Protection

Data Transfer

Airbag Control Module J234 is a member of the Powertrain CAN-bus.

J234 relays information over the Powertrain CAN-bus: – Activation of Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp K75. – Activation of the Safety Belt Warning System. – Diagnostic Data. – Crash Signal. – ESP Data. – Passenger’s Front Airbag Active / Inactive Status.

J234 evaluates the following information from the data bus:

– Dimming for the Passenger’s Airbag Disabled Indicator Lamp.

The information that a crash has occurred is transmitted on the CAN-bus to other control modules to unlock the vehicle doors, shut OFF the fuel pump, and activate the emergency ﬂasher system.

Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp K75

K75 is located in Instrument Cluster Control Module J285 and is illuminated via the CAN-bus.

Rear Impact Recognition

During a rear impact collision, the vehicle is strongly accelerated in the driving direction.

Crash sensors in J234 and Crash Sensors G283 and G284 recognize this vehicle acceleration and send their signals to J234.

If the signals exceed a speciﬁed value, the pyrotechnic safety belt tensioners the battery interrupt igniter are activated.

Reference

For more information about the Occupant Protection System, refer to the 2008 Audi TT Vehicle Introduction, Self Study Program 991703.

Engine

Technical Features

The following are some commonalities between the RS4 engine and the R8 engine:

– Fuel Straight Injection. – Roller Cam Rocker Arms with Hydraulic Lifters. – Chain Drives for Camshafts and Accessories. – Variable Camshaft Adjustment for Intake and Exhaust

Camshafts.

4.2L V8 FSI Engine

Main features which are unique to the R8 engine include the following systems:

– Dry Sump Lubrication. – Crankcase Ventilation. – Cooling. – Air Intake. – Exhaust.

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Technical Data

Reference

For more detailed information about the

4.2L FSI engine, refer to the Audi 4.2liter V8 FSI Engine, Self-Study Program

924603.

Engine

Speciﬁcations

Engine ID Letters BYH

Type V8 Engine with 90° V Angle

Cylinder Capacity in cm3 4163

Power in Hp (kW) 420 (309) at 7800 rpm

Torque in Lb-ft (Nm) 317 (430) at 4500-6000 rpm

Bore in Inches (mm) 3.3 (84.5)

Stroke in Inches (mm) 3.7 (92.8)

Compression 12.5:1

Cylinder Spacing in Inches (mm) 3.5 (90)

Ignition Sequence 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2

Engine Weight in lbs (kg) 491

Engine Management Bosch MED 9.1

Exhaust Gas Recirculation Internal

Exhaust Gas Cleaning 3-Way Catalytic Converter, Secondary Air System

Emission Standard EU IV / LEV II

Engine

Crankcase Ventilation

The crankcase is ventilated through both cylinder heads. A large settling chamber is located in the oil tank. The tank acts as a gravity oil separator. A ﬁne oil separator is connected with plastic hoses behind the oil tank.

Crankcase

Ventilation

Oil-Free

Blow-By

Gases

When blow-by gas has passed through the ﬁne oil separator, oil-free gas can then be delivered to the intake downstream of the throttle. Separated oil is returned through the oil return line.

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the Oil Tank

Oil Return Feed

Crankcase

Ventilation

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