Audi Q5 Maintenance Plans

This Audi Q5 maintenance plan overview covers the main service operations across the 2008-2017 and 2016-2025 generations. For the exact schedule for your car, use the selector to match your Q5’s model year and engine.

Select your Audi model below to view the online service schedule for your specific engine.

2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Q5 2008-2017 2008-2017 2.0 TDI Diesel (CAGA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CAGB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CAHA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CAHB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLC), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CGLD), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJCA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJCB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJCD), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CNHA), 2.0… Diesel, Electricity, Petrol
Q5 2016-2025 2016-2025 30 TDI Diesel (DEUB), 30 TDI Diesel (DEZB), 30 TDI Diesel (DTNB), 35 TDI Diesel (DETB), 35 TDI Diesel (DEUA), 35 TDI Diesel (DEZE), 35 TDI Diesel (DTNA), 40 eTDI Diesel (DTPA), 40 TDI Diesel (DETA), 40 TDI Diesel (DFBA), 45 TDI Diesel (DCPE), 45 TFSI MHEV Petrol (DPUA), 45 TFSI … Diesel, Electricity, Petrol

Servicing by engine type

Audi Q5 diesel maintenance (TDI, including mild hybrid variants)

Audi Q5 diesel engines span 2.0 TDI and 3.0 TDI units, including higher-output SQ5 TDI variants and some mild hybrid (MHEV) set-ups. Regular oil and filter servicing is key on turbo diesels, and this page includes an oil change interval of 15000 km or 12 months (whichever comes first) where applicable. Expect diesel-specific items to matter most on higher-mileage cars, such as DPF and EGR health and the condition of boost and intake hoses. Typical Q5 diesel engine families you may see include TDI and TDI MHEV.

Audi Q5 petrol maintenance (TFSI and FSI)

Audi Q5 petrol engines include 2.0 TFSI/3.0 TFSI units and earlier FSI applications, with servicing needs that can differ by generation. Keeping to oil and filter changes helps protect timing, turbo and crankcase ventilation systems, particularly on direct-injection turbo engines. If your Q5 is mainly used for short trips, it is especially important to keep on top of scheduled checks and address any running issues early. Common petrol engine families listed for the Q5 include TFSI and FSI.

Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid maintenance (TFSI e)

Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid models combine a petrol engine with an electric drive system, so maintenance planning needs to account for both sides of the powertrain. The petrol engine still needs routine servicing, including oil and filter changes on schedule, even if many journeys are completed mostly on electric power. Because operating modes vary, it is important to select your exact Q5 TFSI e variant to see the correct service operations and timing. Engine family naming you may see for these models includes TFSI e.

Common service operations for Audi

The operations below reflect typical Audi Q5 routine servicing, but the correct cadence can vary by generation, engine family and fuel type. Once you select your exact vehicle, the maintenance plan will show the specified intervals and any additional checks.

Operation Typical interval Notes
Oil and filter changeSee selector aboveVaries by engine and recommended oil grade
Air filter30,000 to 60,000 kmMore often in urban or dusty driving
Cabin filter15,000 to 30,000 km or 1 yearAffects air conditioning and air quality
Brake fluid2 years (all models)Regardless of mileage
CoolantPer manufacturer (typically 5 years or 100,000 km)Check level and condition (colour, deposits) at every service
Front brake padsDepending on use (typically 30,000 to 60,000 km)Wear depends on driving style and load carried
Timing beltSee selector aboveInterval varies widely by engine
Spark plugs (petrol)30,000 to 60,000 kmPetrol engines only

Audi electronic diagnostics

If an engine management light comes on, a quick starting point is reading the OBD2 fault codes and matching them to the system involved, such as fuel/air metering, ignition, emissions, sensors or turbo control. Codes can point to likely areas but they do not confirm the failed part, so follow up with basic checks (fluids, vacuum/boost leaks, wiring and connectors) and a road test where safe. See our guide at Audi Q5 OBD fault codes.

What the Audi manual covers

A maintenance plan tells you what should be done and when, but carrying out the work correctly also depends on the right method for your specific Q5 generation and engine. A Haynes repair manual adds step-by-step procedures, tightening torques, component locations and illustrations to help you complete servicing safely and consistently. It is also useful for related jobs that often arise during routine maintenance, such as replacing filters, servicing brakes and checking belts, hoses and coolant. Choose the manual that matches your exact Q5 to ensure the correct specifications and procedures.

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