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Maintenance: Labor Times

Standard HoursManufacturer Warranty HoursSkill LevelNotes
Service or Charge
Normal Service
5,000 Miles1.50.0
15,000 Miles2.60.0
25,000 Miles1.10.0
35,000 Miles
With DSG/S tronic (Direct Shift Gearbox)3.60.0Does not include time to change oil and replace transmission filter element.
45,000 Miles1.10.0
55,000 Miles3.80.0B
65,000 Miles1.10.0
75,000 Miles
With DSG/S tronic (Direct Shift Gearbox)3.60.0Does not include time to change oil and replace transmission filter element.
85,000 Miles1.10.0
95,000 Miles2.60.0
105,000 Miles1.10.0
115,000 Miles
With DSG/S tronic (Direct Shift Gearbox)4.70.0Does not include time to change oil and replace transmission filter element.
125,000 Miles1.10.0
135,000 Miles2.60.0
145,000 Miles1.10.0
Supplemental Service Items Based on Time or Mileage
At 5,000 Miles or 1 Year After Delivery
Rotate Tires0.40.0
At 35,000 Miles or 4 Years, Then Every 40,000 Miles or 4 Years
Brake Discs0.40.0Check thickness
Doors and Hood0.10.0Lubricate door hinges and straps and hood latch
Haldex Clutch0.50.0Change oil
Interior Lighting0.10.0Check all interior lights, glove box, illumination, control lights and MMI (if equipped)
Power Steering Fluid0.10.0Check, add fluid if necessary
At 55,000 Miles or 6 Years, Then Every 60,000 Miles or 6 Years
Spark Plugs0.80.0C
Every 2 Years
Brake Fluid - Replace0.60.0B