2000 AUDI ALLROAD roof rack

TABLE OF CO
NTENTS----------------------------------------------
Cigar ette lighter I Socket ....... 181
Storage compartments
Steering wheel with
Audio controls .......••.... 0
Steering wheel with
radio and telephone equipment
in the steering wheel .
Mobile telephones and
CB radios ..
earphone ..•
Roof rack ... ..
I VEHICLE
OPERATION
The first 1,000 miles (1 500 km)-182
18 5
186
189 19 0
191
and afterwa rds ....... ....... .. 193
Operate your vehicle safely . . . . . 194
Operate your vehicle economically
and minimize pollution . . 195
Driving on rough roads or
rugged terrain . . . . . . . . . . 199
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Ele ctronic differential lock
(EDL) 204
6 Electronic
Stability Program
(ESP) .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 205
Driving with your quattro® . . . . . . 207
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . _ ... _ . . 208
I VEHICLE
CARE
Cleaning and protection 212
Fuel tank . . . . . . . .
222
Fuel supply . _ .... .. _ . . . . . . . . . . 225
Maintenance ..• •. .
Engine hood .
. . .
Engine compartment
Engine oil ..... ..... .
Engine cooling system
o •• •••
Power steering
Brake fluid ..
Battery ...
Air cleaner
Spark plugs
Belts . . . . .
. __ ..• .. ...
Windshield I
headlight washer container ..... 228
231
232
234
238
241
242
244 248
249
249
250 Wiper
blades
lires I Wheels
Difficult operating
conditions ...... . .
Additional accessories, Modifications and
Parts replacement ...... . .
I DO-IT-YOURSELF
SERVICE
First aid kit ....•.
Emergency
warning triangle . . . . . . . . .
Jack and tools ... .• . _ .. ..• .. ..
Spare wheel .. .. . .. ... . ..
Changing a wheel . . . • . . . . .
Fuses ........ .. . . . .. .. _ .. ..
Replacing bulbs
Installing I
replacing a radio
Emergency starting
Emergency towing with
commercial tow truck
Lifting vehicle .... . 251
252
262
262
263
263
264
266
267 274
277
277
278
281
283

---------------------CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Roof rack
If a roof rack or similar luggage carrying
equipment is to be installed, please note the
following;
• The vehicle is equipped with integrated
roof railings, which can be covered into a
roof rack by installing cross bars. Only install
cross bars specifically designed for this ve­
hicle.
• These bars are the basis for a complete
roof rack syste m. Additional attachments
are necessary to safely transport luggage,
bicycles, surf boards, s.kis or boats.
• All necessary hardware for these sys­
tems is available from your authorized Audi
Dealer. Note
• Any damage to the vehicle caused
by using roof racks or other types of
cross bars that have not been ap­
proved by Audi for your vehicle or
incorrect roof rack installation is
not covered by the Warranty.
�W ARNING
• Use of an unapproved roof rack
or incorrect mounting of an ap­
proved roof rack can cause the
roof rack or the items carried on it
to fall off the roof onto the road.
• Objects falling from the roof of
a vehicle can cause an accident
and personal injury.
• Only mount the system between
the markings shown in the illustra­
tion.
• The roof rack system must be
installed exactly according to the
instructions provided. Installing
a roof rack
The cross bars must be installed ex­
actly according to the instructions
provided.
• The front and rear cross bars must be
mounted between the punched markings
on the inside of the roof railings (see illustra­
tion).
• Always distribute the loads evenly.
191

CONT
ROLS AND
EQUIPMENT---------------------
Loading a roof rack
Always distribute the loads evenly.
The total maximum permissible load
carrying capacity of 200 lbs ( 1 00 kg)
for the roof rack installation (includ­
ing weight the roof rack system)
must not be exceeded -see
page 290 for details.
19 2 �
WARNING
• Improper use of a roof rack can
cause accidents and personal inju­
ries.
• The use of a roof rack can nega­
tively affect the way a vehicle han­
dles.
• Cargo that is large. heavy,
bulk y, long or flat will have a
greater negative influence on the
vehicle's aerodynamics. center of
gravity and over all handling.
• Never exceed the maximum per­
missible load carrying capacity of
the roof of your vehicle.
• Always drive slowly, avoid sud­
den braking and maneuvers when
transp orting cargo on the roof of
your vehicle. When to
remove the roof rack
If you have installed a roof rack on your ve­
hicle, it is best to ask the car wash operator
if it should be removed before going
through an automatic car wash.
When not in use, remove the roof rack to re­
duce wind noise, improve handling, fuel
consump tion and guard against theft.

----------------------VEHICLE
OPERATION
,:lib Remove
supplementary roof
� rack components when not In
use.
At high road speeds, the increased air �e­
sistance caused by the cross bars also In­
creases fuel consumption.
,:lib Switch oH any electrical equip­
� ment when no longer needed.
The more electricity you consume, the
higher the fuel consumption.
,:lib Check your vehicle 's fuel co?­'l!�Sr sumption regularly. Keep a writ­
ten record or use the trip odometer .
Check your fuel consumption ea?h time you
refu el. By doing this, you can d1scov �r a �y
inc onsistencies which could result 1n In­
creased fuel consumption and have these
checked before other problems appear. •
Check your oil each time you fill
your tank
The amount of oil used is related to engine
load and speed.
It is normal for the oil consumption of a new
engine to reach its lowest value after a cer­
tain mileage has been driven.
You must drive your vehicle about 3,000
miles (5 000 kilome tres) before you can
properly assess oil consumption.
This also applies to fuel consumption and
engine output.
• The published ENVIRONME NTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) and
Tr ansport Canada consumption esti­
mates may not correspond to your
actual consumption on the road.
which will vary depending upon ve­
hicle load and speed. road and
weather conditions. trip length. etc. The
catalytic converter is an efficient
"clean-up" device built into the exhaust
system of the vehicle. The catalyttc convert­
er burns many of the pollutants in the ex­
haust gas before they are released into the
atmosphere.
The exclusive use of unleaded fuel is
critically important fo.r the life of
the catalytic converter and proper
functioning of the engine - see
page 225.
The catalytic converter will be per­
manently damaged by:
• Exc eeding the correct engine oil
level - see page 236;
• Driving until the fuel tank be­
comes completely empty. The en­
gine could misfire. Unburned fuel
could also get into the exhaust sys­
tem and this could cause the catalyt­
ic converter to overheat;
197

Washing
The best protection against environmental
influences is frequent washing and waxing.
How often this is required depends on how
much the vehicle is used, where it is parked
(garage, in the open under trees, etc.), the
seasonal and weather conditions as well as
env ironmental influences. The longer bird
droppings, insects, tree resin, road and in­
dustrial grime, tar, soot, road salt and other
materials remain on the vehicle paint, the
more lasting their destructive effect will be.
High temperatures, as from strong sunlight,
intensify the corrosive effect.
Under certain circumstances, weekly
washing may be necessary. Under other
conditions. a monthly washing and waxing
may be adequate.
After the winter, the underside of the ve­
hicle should be thoroughly washed. Automatic
car wash
The vehicle paint is so durable that the ve­
hicle can normally be washed without prob­
lems in an automatic car wash. However,
the effect on the paint depends to a large
extent on the design of the facil ity, the filter­
ing of the wash water, the type of wash and
care material, etc. If the paint has a dull ap­
pearance after going through the car wash
or is scratched, bring this to the atte ntion of
the operator immediately. If necessary use
a different car wash.
Notes
• Before going through a car wash, be sure
to take the usual precautions such as clos­
ing the windows and sunroof*.
• You don't have to remove the factory­
installed radio antenna. However, if your ve­
hicle is equipped with the Navigation Sys­
tem*, then you must remove the antenna.
• If you have installed additional accesso­
ries on the vehicle -such as spoilers, roof
rack, etc. -it is best to ask the car wash op­
erator if these should be remov ed. VE
HICLE CARE
Washing the vehicle by hand
� In the intsi'Sst of the environ­
� msnt, the vehicle should only be
washed in special wash bays.
First soften the dirt with plenty of water and
rinse off as well as possible.
Then clean the vehicle with a soft sponge,
glove or brush starting on the roof and work­
ing down using only slight pressure. Special
car wash soap should only be used for very
persistent dirt.
Rinse the sponge or glove thoroughly and
oft en.
Clean wheels .and sill panels last, using a dif­
ferent sponge if pos sible.
After washing the vehicle, rinse thoroughly
with water and wipe it off.
213

Weights
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR),
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
for front and rear are listed on a sticker on
the left door jamb.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating in­
cludes the weight of the basic vehicle plus
full fuel tank, oil and coolant, plus maximum
load, which combines passenger weight
(150 lbs/68 kg per designated seating posi­
tion) and luggage weight.
Luggage weight is not increased by the use
of a roof rack, unless the passenger capac­
ity is reduced accordingly.
The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the
maximum load that can be applied at each
axle of the vehicle. �W
ARNIN G
• The actual Gross Axle Weight
Rating at the front and rear axles
should not exceed the permissible
weights, and their combination
must nbt exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating.
• Exceeding permissible weight
ratings can result in vehicle dam­
age, accidents and personal injury.
The vehicle capacity weight (max.
load) is listed inside the fuel filler flap. TECHNICAL
DATA
Notes
• The vehicle capacity weight fig­
ures apply when the load is distrib­
uted evenly in the vehicle (passengers
and luggage). When transporting a
heavy load in the luggage compart·
ment, carry the load as near to the
rear axle as possible so that the ve­
hicle's handling is not impaired.
• Do not exceed the maximum per­
missible axle loads or the maximum
Gross Vehicle Weight.
Always remember that the vehicle's
handling will be affected by the ex­
tra load. Therefore, adjust your
speed accordingly.
• Always observe local regulations.
289

TECHNICA L
DAT A-------------------------
Roof weight
The maximum permissible roof weight is
200 lbs (1 00 kg).
Only use the roof rack system specifically
designed, tested and approved by Audi.
Distribute the load evenly and do not ex­
ceed the Permissible Roof Weight (in­
cluding the weight of the roof rack system)
or the Gross Vehicle Weight.
For more details see page 191.
290 Ve
hicle identification
The Vehicle Identification
Number (YIN)
is located on the driver's side so that it is vis­
ible from the outside through the wind­
shield -see illustration. The
safety compliance sticker
is your assurance that your new vehicle
complies with all applicable Federal Motor
Ve hicle Safety Standards which were in ef­
fect at the time the vehicle was manufac­
tured. You can find this sticker on the left
door jamb. It shows the month and year of
production and the vehicle identification
numb er of your vehicle (perforat ion) as well
as the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

- Capacities
. . . • . . . . . . . . • . . . 287
-C oolant . . . . . . . .
238
-W indshield washer tank . . . . 250
Fog lights .. .. .. .. .
. 149
Folding master key _ . . . . . . • . . 56
Four- Wheel Drive . . . . . • • . . 207
Front airbags .
. . . • • • . . . 25
Front axle load . . . • • . • • • . 289
Front fog lights .... ... .... .. .. 149
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Fuel -Tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . 222
Fuel economy . . . . . . . . . • . 19
5
Fuel gauge . . . . • • . . . .
119
Fuel supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . 225
Fuel tank . . . . . • . . . . . . . . 222
- Capacity
. • . • • . . • . . • • • . . 287
Fuses . . . •
... .•.. .• • .. . .. 274
G
Garage door opener ...• , • . . . . 173
Gas discharge lamps . . .
277
Gasoline additives . . . . .
227
Gauges and instruments
- Coolant temperature 118 -
Engine oil temperature
-F uel ........ . ..
117
.. 119
- Odometer . . . . . • . . • . . • . . . 11 9
- Speedometer . • . . . . . . . . . . 119
-T achome ter .. _. _...... ... 117
General illustration .
. . . . 8
Gen erator ....... ..... .
Glove box light ... .
Glo ve compartment . . . .
Ground clearance ... . _ .. 12
0, 127
17 8
17 8
153
Gross axle weight rating ...... . 289
289
Gross vehicle weight rating .... .
H
Head airbags . • . • . . • • • .•. . . 39
Head restraints . . . . • . . . . . 75
Headlight adjustment . . • . • • .
148
Headlight dimmer .....• , • . . . .
156
Headlight flasher . . . . . . . . . . . • . . 157
Headlights -Cleaning . .
214
Heated seats . . . . . . . . .
150
Heated steering wheel . 150
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
High beam . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . 12
5 ALP
HABETIC AL INDE X
High voltage label
. . . . . • • . • 291
Hood release . . .
231
Hooks . . . . . . . . . • • • • • . .
.. 89
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . • • • . _ .. . .. .. . . . 8
Hydropla ning . . . . 195, 207
I
Identification label ..
291
Identification number ....... ... 290
Ign ition .................. ... 113
Ignition key safety interlock ..... 104
Immobilize r............. 57,
124
Increasing size of luggage
compartment ..... .
Ind icator lights ...... .
Infant seats .......... .
Inside day-night mirror
Installing a radio ..... .
Installing a roof rack ..
Installing wiper blades
Instru ment cluster .... ....
88
10, 122
. 45
. 72
277
191
. . .. -... 251
. . 116
Ins trument illumination . 14 9
Instrument panel . . . . .
. . . 8
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171