2003 Audi A4 Maintenance

You want your Audi A4 to last as long as possible. With proactive maintenance, your A4 has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? There's no need to guess when it's time to get A4 maintenance, and no need to wait until something goes wrong. Just follow your 2003 Audi A4 maintenance schedule!

This recommended maintenance schedule is written by the auto manufacturer, Audi themselves. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your A4 perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and help you avoid expensive repairs caused by 2003 Audi A4 problems later.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 2003 Audi A4 for factory-recommended routine maintenance and an expert technician will begin by performing a Courtesy Check. A Courtesy Check helps "set the stage" for your service and catch any small problems before they turn into big repairs. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your A4's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Could your 2003 Audi A4 be ready for a new battery? In general, car batteries only last three to five years. Yours may need to be replaced sooner depending on your driving habits and climate. Short trips and extreme temperatures can shorten the overall life expectancy of your Audi A4 battery. Sure, you could wait until your battery is completely dead, but it’s a much wiser decision to replace it before you need to. Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your A4 stranded. Your Audi A4 won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Ensuring you always have a well-charged battery can help your car’s overall performance, and regularly scheduled oil changes can support your engine’s overall performance and keep your 2003 Audi A4 running newer, longer. See Audi's recommendations for oil change intervals for your 2003 A4 in the chart at the top of this page. Remember, things like average outside temperature or frequency of trips could increase or decrease this interval for your specific vehicle. Come in and speak with a Firestone Complete Auto Care technician to find out how often to change your oil. Not sure what type of oil to use for your 2003 Audi A4? We can help with that, too!

Periodic service to the steering system in your Audi A4 can not only ensure a smooth ride; it can also help you maintain control of your car in compromised road conditions. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Trust our technicians to inspect system components and if needed, perform Audi A4 suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. Prevent damage or premature wear and tear on your Audi A4's steering system with regular maintenance.

If you fall behind on routine Audi A4 maintenance (or worse, don’t do it at all!), you (and your engine) could quickly lose your cool when there's a problem on the road–especially if that problem is an overheated engine or broken A/C. Don’t sweat it, though! Our technicians can take care of those issues, too. At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we have what it takes to provide top-notch service for your Audi A4 engine heating and cooling systems, as well as your air conditioning. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Audi A4? We got it. Is your A/C blowing hot air? We’re here to fix that, too. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 2003 Audi A4 maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.