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Audi A3 Years 1996-2003 (8L, MK 1)

Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Replacement of the cabin air filter of the Audi A3

To ensure a constant flow of clean air in the cabin of the Audi A3, we must replace the dedicated filter at the scheduled intervals. We open the hood of the …read all…
Posted on 22 April 2024 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Where is the fuse box of the Audi A3 located?

If you want to find out where the fuses are located in your first-generation Audi A3, you need to read the instructions described in the following guide and …read all…
Posted on 29 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to replace the rear brake pads of the Audi A3

In this article, we will see how to replace the rear brake pads of the Audi A3 1st series. The tools that will be needed are: jack or bridge, wire brush, …read all…
Posted on 9 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to disassemble the storage compartment drawer of the Audi A3

Below we will see the main instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the glove box of the Audi A3, in simple steps. First of all, we get on …read all…
Posted on 2 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Resetting the service light on the Audi A3

Resetting the maintenance key or service on the Audi A3 is really very simple and the process takes just a few minutes. First of all, we get into the cockpit …read all…
Posted on 18 February 2024 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Where is the fuse box of the Audi A3 located?

If one or more electrical components in your Audi A3 first generation (year 1996-2003) have stopped working and you want to target the respective fuses, then …read all…
Posted on 7 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to reset the service light on the Audi A3 8l?

The reset of the service light on the Audi A3 model 8l from 2002 follows the following steps: -insert the key into the ignition and turn on the vehicle's …read all…
Posted on 24 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Where are the fuses located in the Audi A3?

In the Audi A3, the fuses are divided into the appropriate fuse boxes that are installed in the vehicle: in this type of car there are two boxes. The first, …read all…
Posted on 20 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Where are the fuses located in the Audi A3?

All the fuses of the Audi A3 are contained inside the only fuse box that is installed in the vehicle: in this car model, the box is located on the left side of …read all…
Posted on 7 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Disassembly of the front bumper of the Audi A3.

Today's guide will show us the useful steps to disassemble and replace the front bumper of the Audi A3. First, we open the engine hood and start unscrewing the …read all…
Posted on 22 October 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to change the battery of an Audi A3 8L key?

We can see through this short video tutorial the necessary steps to replace the batteries of a first-generation Audi A3 remote control, model produced from …read all…
Posted on 14 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How do you remove the door panel of the Audi A3?

The removal of the Audi A3 panel is done by levering with an object so that the molding along the entire armrest, on which the window lift button is placed, …read all…
Posted on 21 July 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to locate the fuse boxes and know their schematics in an Audi A3 B5.

In this video tutorial, we are shown the assignment diagrams for the fuses found in an Audi A4 B5 automobile and the corresponding location of the fuse boxes. …read all…
Posted on 1 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Where is the coolant temperature sensor located in the Audi A3 and how can it be replaced?

In this video, we can see where the coolant temperature sensor is located in the Audi A3 and how to replace it, which is a very simple operation. As shown, it …read all…
Posted on 23 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How do you remove the front seat of the Audi A3 8L?

To remove the front seat of the Audi A3 8L, you need to push the seat forward so that you can loosen the screws that fix it to the sliding tracks at the back. …read all…
Posted on 13 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How to reset the Audi A3 8L service light

In this new guide dedicated to all of you owners of an Audi A3 8l (year 1996-2003) we're going to find out how to reset the service warning light if it …read all…
Posted on 9 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
Removal of the front headlight of the Audi A3

Today we will see, in this video tutorial, how to disassemble and replace the Audi A3 front light, in simple and quick steps. First we open the bonnet of our …read all…
Posted on 24 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How do you remove the Audi A3 door panel?

To be able to remove the door panel of the Audi A3 you have to go and detach the cover which is located immediately under the armrest of the car, so that you …read all…
Posted on 12 April 2023 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How do you replace the fuel filter on the Audi A3?

Let's see through this video how to change the fuel filter on the first model of Audi A3. We follow the YouTuber's steps and start by opening the fuel flap and …read all…
Posted on 29 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
Audi A3 (1996-2003 / MK 1, 8L)
How do you replace the thermostat in the Audi A3?

To be able to replace the Audi A3 thermostat, you need to go and open the bonnet, so that you can access the components located inside the engine compartment: …read all…
Posted on 19 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to reset the oil warning light on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta

If you want to manually reset the oil change light on your Alfa Romeo Giulietta then this guide is all you need. You do not need any diagnostic tools and will be able to complete the whole procedure without any difficulty. First, go inside the car and make sure it is completely turned off. Then keep the accelerator pedal pressed and at the same time press the brake pedal six times consecutively. When finished, keep both pedals pressed and turn on the ignition. Press the brake pedal again six more times and keep both pedals depressed for approximately 50 seconds. Turn off the ignition. Release the brake pedal and hold the accelerator pedal for another 50 seconds to complete the procedure.

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