2007 AUDI R8 weight

Contents3
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data Child safety
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Points to remember if children are
travelling in the car . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fitting child safety seats . . . . . . . .
Driving tips
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Intelligent technology
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Electronic stabilisation program
(ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear spoiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four-wheel drive (quattro®) . . . . . .
Dry sump lubrication system . . . .
Your vehicle and the
environment
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Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emission control systems . . . . . . .
Driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sporty driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental compatibility . . . . .
General maintenance
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Care of vehicle and cleaning
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General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Care of interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel and filling the tank
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Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and topping up fluidsEngine lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wheels and tyres
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Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre pressure monitoring system .
Accessories and modifications
to the vehicle
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Accessories, replacement parts and
repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio transmitters and business
equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Self-help
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Self-help
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Breakdown kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repairing a tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tow-starting and towing away . . .
Fuses and bulbs
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Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical data
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General notes
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Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle identification data . . . . . . .
Performance, weights and
dimensions
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R8 4.2 quattro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seats and storage67
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Technical data
Seats and storageManually adjustable front seatsApplies to vehicles: with manual seat adjustmentSeat adjuster controls
There are several seat adjustment functions for your
comfort and convenienceSome of the controls shown are only fitted on certain models or are
optional extras.
Adjuster controls
Moves seat backwards or forwards
Adjusts lumbar support*
Adjusts seat height
Adjusts backrest angle
Unlocks backrest
Applies to vehicles: with manual seat adjustmentSeat adjustment
It is possible to adjust the position, angle and shape of the
seat so that you can travel in a safe and comfortable
sitting position.Before adjusting your seat, please read and observe the
warnings ⇒.
Moving seat backwards or forwards
– Lift the lever ⇒fig. 62 and move the seat to the
desired position.
– Then release the lever and move the seat further until
the catch engages.
Adjusting contour of lumbar support*
– Press the front or rear part of the adjuster switch to
increase or decrease the curvature of the lumbar support
as required.
Adjusting height of lumbar support*
– Press the top or bottom part of the adjuster switch to
move the lumbar support upwards or downwards as
required.
Adjusting seat height
– Pull the lever up or down.
Adjusting the backrest angle
– Lean forwards to take your weight off the backrest.
Fig. 62 Adjuster
controls on driver's
seat
A1A2A3A4A5
A1
A1
A2A2
A3
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Seats and storage 70Bucket seatsApplies to vehicles: with bucket seatsSeat adjuster controls
The bucket seat has several adjustment functions.Adjuster controls
Moves seat backwards or forwards
Inflates and deflates side padding
Inflates and deflates backrest side padding
Adjusts seat height
Adjusts lumbar support
Adjusts backrest angleApplies to vehicles: with bucket seatsSeat adjustment
You can use the electrical adjustment to set the position,
angle and shape of the seat so that you can travel in a
safe and comfortable sitting position.Before adjusting your seat, please read and observe the
warnings ⇒.Moving seat backwards or forwards
– Lift the lever ⇒fig. 64 and move the seat to the
desired position.
– Then release the lever and move the seat further until
the catch engages.
Inflating and deflating side padding
– Press the button .
Inflating and deflating backrest side padding
– Press the button .
Adjusting seat height
– Pull the lever up or down.
Reinforcing top section of backrest
– Press the top of the adjuster control .
Reinforcing bottom section of backrest
– Press the bottom of the adjuster control .
Reinforcing both sections of backrest
– Press the front of the adjuster control .
Returning backrest sections to their "normal"
positions
– Press the rear of the adjuster control .
Adjusting the backrest angle
– Lean forwards to take your weight off the backrest.
Fig. 64 Adjuster
controls on driver's
seat
A1A2A3A4A5A6
A1
A1
A2A3
A4
A5
A5
A5A5
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Seats and storage 74connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of 100 W.
The socket will only work when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of injuries, always keep the glove box lid closed
when driving.Applies to vehicles: with storage compartments in the front seatsStorage compartments in the front seats
There is a fold-out drawer in the front part of each front
seat.Opening
– Pull the handle to open the compartment.
Closing
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.
NoteThe storage compartment will hold a maximum weight of 1 kg.
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Driving87
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Technical data
Caution
do not move the gear lever into neutral without depressing the
clutch when the cruise control system is active. Otherwise the
engine could rev up and be damaged.
Note
The cruise control cannot maintain a constant speed when travel-
ling down steep hills. The vehicle tends to accelerate under its own
weight. Change down to a lower gear in good time or use the foot
brake to slow the vehicle.Applies to vehicles: with cruise control systemSetting speed
The desired cruising speed needs to be stored in the
memory.– Drive at the desired speed.
– Pull the lever to position ⇒f i g . 7 5 to s w i t ch o n t h e
system.
– Briefly press button .
When button is released, the current speed is stored in the
memory and the vehicle will then maintain this speed.Applies to vehicles: with cruise control systemAdjusting stored speed
The desired cruising speed can be adjusted up or down as
required.To set a higher speed
– Move the lever up towards ⇒fig. 75 .
– Release the lever to store the current cruising speed.
To set a lower speed
– Move the lever down towards ⇒fig. 75 .
– Release the lever to store the current cruising speed.You can still use the accelerator pedal to increase speed in the
normal way. The previously programmed speed will be resumed
when the accelerator pedal is released.
However, if the vehicle exceeds the programmed speed by more
than 10 km/h for more than 5 minutes, the cruise control system will
be deactivated. The speed setting will remain stored.
Pressing lever briefly
You can increase the set speed in steps of 2 km/h by briefly pressing
the lever up towards ⇒fig. 75 .
You can decrease the set speed in steps of 2 km/h by briefly pressing
the lever down towards ⇒fig. 75 .
Fig. 75 Controls for
the cruise control
system
AA
A1
AB
AB
AA
A+
AA
A-
AA
AA
A+
AA
A-
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Safe driving 108Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and are
firmly secured to prevent them from slipping. You can obtain suit-
able floor mats from your dealer or a specialist retailer.
WARNING
Any obstructions that restrict pedal travel can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. •
Always make sure that floor mats are properly secured.
•
Never lay or install additional floor mats or other floor cover-
ings over the existing floor mats; this would restrict the pedal area
and possibly obstruct the pedals, which could cause an
accident.
Stowing luggage safelyNotes
All luggage and objects must be securely stowed.Loose items can cause a safety hazard or impair the handling of the
vehicle by changing the weight distribution.
During a collision or an accident, even small and light objects can
possess so much energy that they can cause very severe injuries.
The amount of this “kinetic energy” depends on the speed of the
vehicle and the weight of the object. The most significant factor,
however, is the speed of the vehicle.
An example: An object weighing 4.5 kg is lying unsecured in the
vehicle. During a frontal collision at a speed of 50 km/h, this object
generates a force corresponding to 20 times its weight. That means
that the effective weight of the object increases to about 90 kg. You
can imagine the severity of the injuries which might be sustained if
this “projectile” strikes an occupant as it flies through the
passenger compartment.
WARNING
•
Always stow objects in the luggage compartment.
•
Transporting heavy objects may affect the vehicle's handling by
shifting the centre of gravity – this could cause an accident. Take
extra care when driving and adjust your speed accordingly.
•
Never exceed the maximum axle loads or the maximum gross
weight for the vehicle ⇒page 198, “Performance, weights and
dimensions”. Exceeding the permitted axle loads or gross weight
limit can affect the vehicle's handling characteristics, and increase
the risk of accidents, personal injuries or damage to the vehicle.
•
Never leave your vehicle unattended when the luggage lid is
open. Children could climb into the luggage compartment and
close the luggage lid from the inside. In this case the child would
be unable to get out of the vehicle without help. This could have
fatal consequences.
•
Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Always
close and lock the luggage lid and all the doors when you leave the
vehicle.
•
Never let passengers ride in the luggage compartment. All
occupants must be properly restrained by the seat belts at all
times ⇒page 109.
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Seat belts109
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Technical data
Seat beltsWhy is it so important to use seat
belts?Seat belts provide effective protection
The common belief that passengers can brace their
weight with their hands in a minor collision is false.It is an established fact that seat belts provide good protection in
accidents. Therefore wearing a seat belt is required by law in most
countries.
Properly worn seat belts hold the occupants in the best position for
maximum protection ⇒fig. 86. The seat belts are capable of
absorbing much of the kinetic energy arising in a collision. Also they
help to prevent uncontrolled movements which could lead to severe
injuries ⇒page 110, “Important safety instructions for using seat
belts”.
If they wear the seat belts correctly, the passengers benefit greatly
from the ability of the belts to reduce the kinetic energy gradually.
The front crumple zones and other passive safety features (such as
the airbag system) are also designed to absorb the kinetic energy
generated in a collision. Taken together, all these features reduce the forces acting on the occupants and consequently the risk of
injury.
Although these examples are based on a frontal collision, the phys-
ical principles involved are the same in other types of accidents and
for vehicles with an airbag system. This is why it is so important to
put on the seat belts before every trip – even when “just driving
around the corner”. Ensure that your passengers wear their seat
belts as well ⇒.
Properly worn seat belts have been shown to be an effective means
of reducing the potential for injury and improving the chances of
survival in a serious accident ⇒page 110, “Forces acting in a colli-
sion”.
For information on how children can travel safely in the car
⇒page 122, “Points to remember if children are travelling in the
car”.
WARNING
•
Seat belts must be put on before every trip – even when driving
in town. This also applies to the rear passengers (injury risk).
•
During pregnancy, women should always ensure they wear a
seat belt. The best way to protect the unborn child is to protect the
mother ⇒page 113, “Wearing and adjusting the seat belts during
pregnancy”.
Fig. 86 Driver with
properly positioned
seat belt – good
protection if the brakes
are applied suddenly
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Seat belts111
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Technical data The physical principles involved in a frontal collision are relatively
simple:
Both the moving vehicle and the passengers possess energy, which
is known as “kinetic energy” ⇒page 110, fig. 87. The amount of
“kinetic energy” depends on the speed of the vehicle and the weight
of the vehicle and passengers. The higher the speed and the greater
the weight, the more energy there is to be absorbed in an accident.
The most significant factor, however, is the speed of the vehicle. If
the speed doubles from 25 km/h to 50 km/h, for example, the kinetic
energy increases by a factor of four. Because these passengers are
not restrained by seat belts, the entire amount of kinetic energy has
to be absorbed at the point of impact ⇒fig. 88. This would result in
serious or potentially fatal injury.
Even at urban speeds of 30 km/h to 50 km/h, the forces acting on the
occupants in a collision can reach the equivalent of 1 ton (1000 kg)
or more. At greater speed these forces are even higher. A rule of
thumb: if the speed doubles, the forces increase by a factor of four.
Passengers who do not wear seat belts are not “attached” to the
vehicle. In a frontal collision they will continue to move forward at
the speed their car was travelling just before the impact.
What happens to passengers not wearing seat belts?
Passengers not wearing seat belts risk fatal injuries in the
event of an accident.In a frontal collision, unbelted passengers will be thrown forwards
and make violent contact with the steering wheel, dashboard, wind-
screen, etc ⇒fig. 89. Passengers not wearing their belts risk being
thrown out of the car, resulting in potentially fatal injuries.
The common belief that occupants can brace their weight with their
hands in a minor collision is false. Even at low speeds the forces
acting on the body in a collision are so great that it is not possible
to hold yourself in the seat.
Fig. 88 The vehicle
crashes against the
wall
Fig. 89 A driver not
wearing a seat belt can
be thrown forwards
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