2007 AUDI R8 ESP

Self-help 186•
Switch off the car telephone if necessary. Details will be given in
the manufacturer's instructions for the car telephone.
Starting the engine
The jump leads must be connected in the correct
sequence.The battery is located in the luggage compartment
⇒page 163. The luggage lid can be released manually if
necessary ⇒page 48.
Connecting the positive terminals with the
positive lead (red)
1. Connect one end of the positive lead to the positive
terminal ⇒fig. 131 of the discharged battery .
2. Connect the other end of the positive lead to the positive
terminal of the boosting battery .
Connecting negative terminals with the
negative lead (black)
3. Connect one end of the negative lead to the negative
terminal of the boosting battery .4. Connect the other end of the negative lead to the nega-
tive terminal of the discharged battery .
Starting the engine
– Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery
and let it run at idling speed.
– Now start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
– If the engine fails to start: do not operate the starter for
longer than 10 seconds. Wait for about 30 seconds and
try again.
– When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in
exactly the opposite sequence.
The battery is vented to the outside to prevent gases entering the
vehicle's interior.
Connect the battery clamps so they have good metal-to-metal
contact with the respective terminals.
WARNING
•
The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be
allowed to touch. The jump lead attached to the positive battery
terminal must not touch metal parts of the vehicle: this can cause
short circuiting.
•
Position the jump leads in such a way that they cannot come
into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
•
Do not bend over the batteries – risk of acid burns.
•
The screw plugs on the battery cells must be screwed in firmly.
•
Keep sparks, flame and lighted cigarettes away from batteries:
the gases given off can cause an explosion.
Fig. 131 Jump-
starting with the
battery of another
vehicle: A – Discharged
battery, B – Boosting
battery
A1
AA
A2
AB
A3
AB
A4
AA
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Self-help187
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data
Caution
Please note that the described method of connecting the leads is
meant for jump-starting your vehicle. If jump-starting another
vehicle, you should not connect the negative lead (–) to the negative
terminal of the discharged battery ⇒page 186, fig. 131 , but
directly to the engine block or a solid metal part bolted to the engine
block. If the battery of the other vehicle does not have a gas vent,
there is a risk that a mixture of oxygen and hydrogen gas can accu-
mulate and cause an explosion.Tow-starting and towing awayGeneral notes
Points to observe when tow-starting or towing awayIf you use a towrope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
– The towrope must be taut before driving off.
– Engage the clutch very gently when starting to move
(press the accelerator slowly if you have R tronic).
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– The ignition should be switched on so that the turn
signals, horn, windscreen wipers and washers can be
used. Please ensure that the steering wheel is unlocked
when you switch on the ignition and that it moves freely.
– Put the gear lever in neutral or move the selector lever to
position N.– The brake servo and power steering only work when the
engine is running. Considerably more effort is required
on the brake pedal and steering wheel when the engine
is switched off.
– Ensure that the towrope remains taut at all times when
towing.
Towrope or towbar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a towbar. You should only
use a towrope if you do not have a towbar.
A towrope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both
vehicles. It is advisable to use a towrope made of synthetic fibre or
similar material.
Attach the towrope or the towbar only to the towing anchorages
provided for this purpose ⇒page 188.
Driving technique
Towing requires some experience – especially when using a
towrope. Both drivers should be familiar with the technique required
for towing. Inexperienced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or
tow away another vehicle.
Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid
jerking the towrope. When towing on a loose surface there is always
a risk of overloading and damaging the anchorage points.
Caution
If there is no oil in the gearbox or no lubricant in the automatic
transmission the car may only be towed with the driven wheels
lifted clear of the road, or transported on a special car transporter
or trailer.
Note
•
Note the regulations concerning towing.
A4
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Fuses and bulbs191
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data
The fuse box is located behind the foot rest in the
passenger's footwell ⇒page 190, fig. 134.Row of the fuse box is not used.Row
No
Electrical equipment
amps
1
Mobile phone adapter
5
2
Heated washer jets
5
3
Parking aid (APS)
10
4
Vacant
--
5
Diagnostic interface, light switch,
Airbag OFF warning lamp, selector lever
10
6
Network gateway, diagnostic interface
5
7
Vacant
--
8
Anti-dazzle interior mirror, garage door
opener
10
9
Washer pump
15
10
ESP button
10
11
Pressure sensor, air conditioner
5
12
Airbag
5
Fuse row -B-
AAAB
Row
No
Electrical equipment
amps
1
Radiator fan (1)
40
2
Radiator fan (2)
40
3
Exterior lighting
40
4
Exterior lighting
40
5
Vacant
--
6
Blower control
40
Fuse row -C-Row
No
Electrical equipment
amps
1
Reversing camera
5
2
Tyre pressure monitoring
10
3
Parking aid (APS)
5
4
Phone pre-installation, compensor
5
5
Instrument cluster
5
6
Network gateway
5
7
Switches for steering column
5
8
Diagnostic interface, brake pedal switch,
selector lever
10
9
Rain sensor/light sensor
5
10
Interior lighting
5
11
Sound amplifier
30
12
Radio
20
Fuse row -D-
ACAD
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Index 204
Red symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Service interval display . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Yellow symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Driver messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Unleaded fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Driving away on a slope
hill hold assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Driving safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Driving time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Dry sump lubrication system . . . . . . . . . 137
Dust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
EElectric fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Electric seat adjustment
SeeSeat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Electric voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Possible malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Electrical socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Electronic differential lock . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Electronic stabilisation program . . . . . . 132
Emission control systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196Engine compartment
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Engine compartment layout . . . . . . . . . . 156
Engine data
SeePerformance, weights and
dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Engine hood
SeeEngine lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Engine lid
Closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Checking oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Dry sump lubrication system . . . . . . . 137
LongLife Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Topping up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
See alsoPerformance, weights and
dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Engine oil capacity
SeePerformance, weights and
dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Engine oil pressure (too low) . . . . . . . . . . 36
Engine oil sensor defective . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Environmental compatibility . . . . . . . . . . 139
Environmental tips
Filling the tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Warming up the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
EPC warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
See alsoElectronic stabilisation program
132
Ethanol fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
FFilling the tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Releasing the tank flap manually . . . 154
First-aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Foreign countries
SeeDriving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Four-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Front passenger
SeeSitting position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Fuel
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Current consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fuel level low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fuel range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fuses
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Fuse list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
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