Audi RS3 Service & Repair Manual 2017–2024

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Audi RS3, 2017 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Audi published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 2.5L I5 — 151 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 6 recalls, 0 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the RS3. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your RS3 year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2024 $40.99 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door select
2023 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2022 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2020 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2019 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2018 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →
2017 $40.991 2.5L I5 Base Sedan 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2024 RS3 manual.

2024 Audi RS3 service manual page 12024 Audi RS3 service manual page 22024 Audi RS3 service manual page 32024 Audi RS3 service manual page 42024 Audi RS3 service manual page 52024 Audi RS3 service manual page 6

03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 586
  • General Information 1,415
  • Accessories & Equipment 2,745
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 862
  • Body & Frame 2,160
  • Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 300
  • Brakes 378
  • Maintenance 45
  • Drivelines & Axles 90
  • Restraints 208
  • Electrical 1,322
  • Steering 146
  • Engine Mechanical 1,079
  • Suspension 708
  • Engine Performance 480
  • Transmission 133
  • Front 200
  • Rear 200

04 / Other yearsOther RS3 years

2024 Audi RS3 · $40.99 select →

Engines: 2.5L I5 — 151 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2024 RS3.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore RS3 manual$40.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the RS3 manual

Which RS3 years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2017 to 2024 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Audi RS3 manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Audi published for the RS3, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include RS3 wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every RS3 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover RS3 recalls?

6 recalls are on federal record across the 2017–2024 RS3, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Audi dealers.

Why do some RS3 years cost more?

Every RS3 year is $40.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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