2012 AUDI Q7 display

Unlocking the fuel filler flap by hand
You can open the fuel filler flap by hand if the
power locking system should fail.
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Fig . 222 Luggage co mpa rtme nt: Pry ing cover ope n
Fi g. 22 3 Luggage co mpartmen t: Emergency ope ning
of fue l filler flap
.. Remove the right-side trim panel with the
aid ofa screwdriver
¢ fig. 222.
.. Pull the loop down in the direction of the ar­
row to unlock the fuel f iller flap ¢
fig. 223 .
Selective catalytic
reduction
General information
App lies to vehicles : with diesel engine
On vehicles w ith select ive catalytic reduction,
an urea solut ion (Ad Blue ®) is injected into the
exhaust system befo re a nitrogen oxide cata­
lytic converter to reduce nitrogen em iss ions .
The AdBlue is stored in a separate tank in the
veh icle. The AdBlue usage accounts for ap ­
p rox imately 0.5% to 1.2% of the diese l fuel
that is used. The Ad Blue tank capaci ty is ap ­
pr ox ima tely 6 gallons (23 liters) .
You must refill the Ad Blue or have it refilled
by your authorized A udi dealer or qualified
wo rkshop as soon as the Ad Bl ue refill mes-
Fu el suppl y and filli ng your fuel t ank 255
sage appears in the instrument cluster
¢ page 256.
A WARNING
Failure to heed AdBlue refill info rmation in
the instrument cluster can prevent the ve­ hi cle from be ing started and dr iven. If the
vehicle cannot be driven and a n emerge ncy
a rises, pe rsonal injury can occur .
- Always have the AdBlue tank refilled well
befo re the tank runs dry .
(D Tips
- The instrument cluster d isp lay ind icates
the distance remain ing that can be driv­
en ¢
page 255. If the Ad B lue tank is
completely empty, the engine will not
start again afte r the ignit ion is switched
off.
- Ad Blue is req uired by law to operate th is
veh icl e.
- Ad Blue ® is a registered trademark of the
Registe red Automobile Association (Ve r­
band de r Automob ilindustrie e .
V. -
VOA) .
Indicator in the instrument cluster
display
Appl ies to vehicles: wit h diesel eng ine
The display indica te s if the Ad Blue level is low
or if it was filled incorrectly.
Fi g. 22 4 Instrument cluste r: in dicator in t he d isp lay
AdBlue level low
You w ill be informed if t he AdB lue in the tank
drops below a certain level.
AdBlue /9 1500 mi (2400 km) Refill
AdBlue. See owner 's manual

256 Fuel supply and filling your fuel tank
This indicator appears when there is on ly
enough Ad B lue left to drive th e distance indi­
cated in the driver informat ion system. Please
add Ad B lue.
AdBlue ,0 600 mi (1000 km) Refill
AdBlue! No restart in 600 miles (1000 km )!
See owner 's manual
This indica to r appea rs when there is on ly
enough Ad B lue left to drive the distance ind i­
cated in the dr iver information system. Please
add Ad B lue . Otherw ise the eng ine will not
start aga in if you stop it once the distance i n­
d icated has been driven .
Refill Ad Blue! No
restart! See owne r's manual
This message appears whe n the AdBl ue ta nk
i s empty . Please add AdBlue. Ot herwise yo u
will not be able to start the engi ne again o nce
you stop it.
When the m inim um AdB lue leve l has been
reached , you must add Ad Bl ue
c:> page 256 .
f.i Filling incorrectly
I f the Ad B lue tank was filled with a diffe rent
f luid than Ad Blue and t he system detec ts that
it is incor re ct, a mess age w ill appe ar.
AdBlue ./' 600 mi (1000 km) AdBlue!
No re start in 600 mile s (1000 km)! See own·
er' s manual
This message appears when it is only poss ible
to drive the distance indicated in the dr iver in­
formation system . Dr ive to the nearest qua li­
fied work shop to have the malfunc tion re­
pai red . O therw ise the engine w ill not start
a ga in if you stop it once the distan ce indicated
has been driven .
AdBlue : sy stem
fault. No restart! See owner's manual
This message appears if the sys tem detects it
was fille d in corre ct ly . Drive immed iate ly to
the nea rest qualified wo rkshop to have t he
mal func tio n repaired. Otherw ise you wi ll not
b e able to s tart the engine ag ain once yo u
stop it. Filling AdBlue
Applies
to vehicles: with diesel engine
A special refill bottle must be used to fill the
AdBlue .
Fig. 22 5 Right rear veh icle side: re m oving th e AdB lue
cap
Fig. 226 AdB lu e fi ller t ube: inser ting the re fill bott le
The Ad Blue filler t ube is located near the d ie­
sel filler tube. Always add 1 gallon (3.8 liters)
of Ad Blue (two bott les) . T his is the minimum
amount required to ensu re the system detects
the refill ing and to sta rt the e ngine .
Opening the filler tube and adding
AdBlue
Req uirement: The request to add Ad Blue mus t
appea r in the instrument cluster display.
.,. Switch t he ignit io n off.
.,. Open the tank cover
c:> page 253.
.,. Tur n t he cap counterclockwise with the lug
w rench from the vehicle tool kit to remov e it
<=> fig. 225 .
.,. Remove the c ap fr om the refi ll bottle.
.,. Pos it io n the refill bottle on the filler tube
an d tur n the bo tt le clockwise until it stops
tur ning
(D <=> fig . 22 6.
.,. Press lightly against the bottom of t he bot-
tle @to empty it . Continue pressing the ..,.

bottom of the bottle until it is empty or
until fluid stops f lowing into the tank.
~ Turn the bott le to the left without press ing
on the bottom.
Closing the filler tube
~ Turn the cap clockwise on the filler tube
with the lug wrench until you hear it tighten
completely.
~ Close the tank cover .
After filling
The vehicle must be driven . The system may
take up to two minutes to detect that the
Ad B lue has been filled.
~ If there was no AdBlue left in the tank and a
range of
O mi (0 km ) was displayed in the
instrument cluster, switch the ignition on
for about 15 seconds before starting the en­
gine .
.&_ WARNING
Ad Blue can irritate the skin, eyes and res­
piratory system. If there is contact with
the fluid, flush immediately with plenty of
water . Consult a physician if necessary .
(D Note
-Only use Ad Blue that conforms to the
standard ISO 22241-1. Do not mix any
additives with the Ad Blue and do not di­
lute it with water .
- Ad Blue is not a diesel additive. Do not
add it to the diesel tank. If Ad Blue is
mixed w ith diesel fuel, it can lead to
damage to the eng ine and the Ad Blue
tank system . The Limited New Vehicle
Warranty does not cover such damage.
- AdBlue attacks surfaces such as painted
vehicle components, plast ic and carpet.
Remove the fluid as quick ly as possible
with a damp cloth and plenty of cold wa­
ter . If the AdBlue has already crystal­
lized, use warm water and a sponge.
AdBlue residue that is not removed w ill
crystall ize and can damage the affected
surface .
Fuel supply and filling your fuel tank 257
-Do not store the refill bottle in the vehi ­
cle . If it leaks, the escaping Ad Blue could
damage the vehicle interior.
- Do not allow Ad Blue to come into con­
tact with clothing . If there is contact
with the fluid, flush immediate ly with
plenty of water .
(1) Tips
-Yo u can obtain refill bottles from any au­
thorized Audi dealer or other qualified
workshop .
- Follow the Ad Blue manufacturer's in­
struct ions for usage and storage. •
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TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure tellta le . When the sys·
tern detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This se·
quence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction ex ists .
When the malfunc tion indicator is illuminat·
ed, the system may not be able to detect or
signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunct ions may occur for a variety of rea·
sons, including the installation of replace·
mentor alternate tires or wheels on the vehi·
cle that prevent the TPMS from functioning
properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the re­
p lacement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Tire pressure indicator appears
The tire pressure indicator in the instrument
cluster informs you if the tire pressure is too
low or if there is a system malfunction.
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;g
Fig. 242 Display: underinflat io n warning
Fig. 243 Display: Syste m ma lfunct io n
Using the ABS sensors , the tire pressure moni·
toring system compares the tire tread circum·
Tires and wheels 293
ference and vibration characteristics of the in­
dividual tires. If the pressure decreases in one
or more tires, this is indicated in the instru­
ment cluster with a warning symbol
[I] and a
message
c;, fig. 242 . The driver message in the
display goes out after S seconds . The driver
message can be displayed again by pressing
the
ICHECKI button . If only one tire is affect·
ed, the disp lay wi ll indicate its posit ion.
The tire pressure monitoring must be reset via
MMI each time the pressures are adjusted (e.
g. when switching between part ial and fu ll
load pressu re) o r after changing or replacing a
tire on your vehicle
c;, page 294. You can find
the recommended tire pressures for your vehi ·
cle on the label on the driver's door pillar
c;,page 278.
Tire tread circumference and vibration charac·
teristics can change and cause a tire pressure
warning if:
- the tire pressure in one or more tires is too
low,
- the tir e has structural damage ,
- the tir e pressure was changed, wheels rotat-
ed or replaced but the TPMS was not reset
c;,page294 .
Warning symbols
[I] loss of pressure in at least one tire c;, .&, .
Check the tire or tires and replace or repair if
necessary . The indicator light
[I] in the instru·
ment cluster also illum inates
c;, page 14.
Check/correct the pressures of all four tires
and reset TPMS via MMI.
IIQ§S, (Tir e Pressure Monitoring System) Tire
pressure! System malfunction . If llQ§f:1 ap·
pears after switching the ignition on or while
driv ing
c;, fig. 243 and the indicator light [I] in
the instr ument cluster blinks for approxi­
mately one minute and then stays on, there is
a system malfunction . See your authorized
Audi dealer as soon as possible.

29 4 T ire s and wheel s
,8. WARNING
-If the t ire pressure indicator appears in
the instrument cluster display, one or
more of your tires is s ignificantly under­
inflated. Reduce your speed immediately
and avoid any hard steering or bra king
maneuvers. Stop as soon as possible and
check the tires and their pressures. In­
flate the tire pressure to the proper pres­ sure as indicated on the vehicle 's tire
pressure label
c> page 2 78. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also is likely to impair the vehicle's handling and stop­
ping ab ility.
- The driver is responsible for ma inta ining
the correct tire pressures. You must check the t ire pressures regularly.
- Under certain cond itions (such as a spor­
ty driving style, winter condit ions or un­
paved roads), the pressure mon itor ind i­
cator may be de layed.
- Ask your author ized Audi dealer if run­
flat tires may be used on your veh icle.
Your vehicle registrat ion becomes inval id
if you use these tires when not permit ­
ted. Damage to your vehicle or accidents
cou ld also resu lt.
(D Tips
- The tire pressure monitoring system
stops working when there is an ESC/ABS
malfunction.
- Using snow chains may result in a system
malfunction.
- The tire pressure monitoring system on
you r A udi was ca lib rated using tires with
the "AO" or "RO" identification. We rec­
ommend using these tires .
Reset tire pressure monitoring system
If the tire pressure is adjusted, wheels are ro­
tated or changed, the TPMS must be reset via
MMI .
.. Turn on the ignition. ..
Select: Function b utton
I CAR !> Control but ­
ton
S ys tem s* > Tire p re ss ure mo nitoring >
Sto re no w. Or
.. Select: Function button
I CAR !> Control but­
ton
Ca r systems * > Servi cing & checks >
Tire pre ss ure mon itoring > Stor e tire pr es­
s ure s.
(D Tips
Before resetting the TPMS, the current
pressures of all four tires must correspond
to the specified values. Adjust the tire pressure and reset the pressure in the t ire
pressure monitoring system acco rding to
the load you are car ry ing
.:>page 278.

Fuse s and bulb s 305
Right cockpit fuse assignment
Fig . 258 Right cockp it: f use pane l w ith plastic clip
No. Con sumer Amps No. Consumer Amps
Fu se pa nel@ (bla ck )
6 Automatic transmission
5/20
1 Heated rear seats
7
E lectronic Stability Control
5
2 Telephone, cell phone package (ESC)
--Shift gate automatic transmis-
Front seat hating/seat ventila-
8 5
3 30/15
tion (right) sion
Electron ic Stab ility Control 9 Parking system
5
4 (ESC) 20
10 Airbag
5
5 Door control module (right side
15 11
Heated rear seats
5
of vehicle) 12 Air-conditioning 5
6 Rear electrical outlets 25 Fuse panel© (red )
7
Lumbar support passenger's
10 1 Instrument cluster
seat 2 Rearview camera
8 Ciga
rette lighter front 20
3 CD player, DVD drive 5
9 Front electrical outlets
25 4 MMI Display 5
10 A/C controls 10
5 Automatic transmission
11 Cooler
15 Panoramic sliding sunroof seg-
7 20
12 Inte
lligent power module pas-
15 ment 1
senger Panoramic sliding sunroof seg-
Fuse panel B (brown ) 8 ment2 20
1 Headlight e
lectronic system
10 Panoramic sliding sunroof sun-
9 20
(right side of veh icle)
blind
Ride height adjustment 5
Window regulators (right side
Telephone package 5 11
of vehicle) 35
4 12 Rear air-condi
tioning contro ls 10
5 Electronic
Stability Cont rol
5
(ESC)

314 General information
General information Explanation of
technical data
Some of the technical data listed in this man ­
ual requires further explanation .
The technical data for your vehicle is listed in
the charts starting on
r:::>page 316. This sec ­
tion provides general information, notes and restrictions which apply to this data .
Vehicle identification
The key data is given on the vehicle identifica­
tion number (VIN) plate and the vehicle data
sticker.
Fig. 269 Veh icle Ide ntific atio n Number (VlN) p late: lo ­
cation on driver 's sid e das h panel
Fig. 270 The vehicle identi fication label -inside the
luggage co mpa rtmen t
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
is located on the driver's side so that it is visi­
b le from the outside through the windshield
r:::> fig . 269. You can also display the Vehicle
Identification Number of your vehicle in the
MMI. Select function button
!CAR l > control
button
Systems* > Vehicle ID number (VIN)
or ICARI > control button Car systems*> Serv­
icing
& checks> VIN number . The
vehicle identification label
is located in the luggage compartment under
the cargo floor cover.
The label¢
fig. 2 70 shows the following vehi­
cle data :
(D Production control No.
@ Vehicle identification No.
® Type code number
@ Type designation/engine output in Kilo-
watts
® Engine and transmission code letter
@ Paint No./Interior
(f) Optional equipment No.'s
Vehicle data 2 to 7 are also found in your War­
ranty
& Maintenance booklet.
The safety compliance sticker
is you r assurance that your new vehicle com­
plies with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards which were in effect at the
t ime the vehicle was manufactured . You can
find this sticker on the left door jamb .
It
shows the month and year of production and
the vehicle ident ification number of your vehi ­
cle (perforation) as well as the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) .
The high voltage warning label
is located on the lock carrier.
The spark ignition system complies with
the Canadian standard ICES-002.
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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 includes the
weight of the basic vehicle plus fu ll fuel tank,
oi l and coolant, plus maximum load , which in­
cludes passenger weight (150 lbs/68 kg per
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324 Index
A
Accessories
Adaptive Air Suspension ....... .. .... .
Cargo mode in the MMI .... .. .. .. .. .
Controls .
..................... .. .
321
150
155
150
D .. escnpt1on ... ........... .. .. .... . 150
High level .................. ...... 150
Highway level ................ .... . 150
Instrument cluster display . . . . . . . . . . 153
Jacking mode when changing a flat tire 154
Low level ................ .... ..... 150
Normal level ............. .... .... . 150
Segment display ........... .. .. ... 152
Setting the driving modes .. .. .. .... . 152
Trailer towing mode ....... .... .... . 154
Using switch for cargo mode ...... ... 155
Warning/indicator lights ..... .. .... .. 17
Adaptive cruise control .......... .. .. . 113
Changing speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Driver information
Driver intervention prompt ..... .... .
Driving in traffic .......... .. .. .. .. .
Driving program .................. .
Error messages .................. .
Open road . ................. ..... .
Override
. .. ............. .. .. .. .. .
Request for driver to assume control . .
Save speed . ... ....... ... .... .. .. .
Setting distance . ............... .. .
Settings ... ... .... ...... .. .. .... .
Setting time interval ........ .. .. .. .
Special driving situations .. .... .... .
Status messages ......... .. .. .... .
Switching on and off ......... ..... .
System limits .................... .
120
124
114
124
122
114
114
114
116
118
124
118
125
122
116
125
Temporarily turning off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
warning/indicator lights ..... .. .. .. . 121
Adaptive light ... .......... .. .. .. .. .. 59
defective ................... ..... .. 37
AdBlue .. .. .. ..... ........... ... .. . 255
Filling ... .. ............. ........ . 256
Messages in the instrument cluster dis-
play ... .. .. ............. .. .. .. .. .
255
Adding
Engine coolant .............. ... ...
267
Engine oil .. ... .. ..... ... .. .. .. .. . 264
Windshield washer fluid ... .. .. .... . 273
Additional accessories
Additives
Engine oil ....... ............. ... .
Adjusting 321
264
Instrument cluster illumination .. .. .. . 13
Steering column electrically ...... ... 103
Steering column manually .......... 103
Adjusting front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Airbag
Warning/indicator lights .............
16
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179, 196
Advanced Airbag System ........... . 183
Advanced Airbag System components . 186
Care ...... .... .. .. ........... .... 193
Children .. .. .... ................ . 201
Child restraints ... ............. .... 202
Components (front airbags) ......... 186
Danger of fitting a child safety seat on
the front passenger seat ........ ....
181
Disposal .. ...... ............. .... 193
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183, 184
How do the front airbags work? .. .. .. 188
How many airbags does my vehicle
have? ........ ...................
186
How the Advanced Airbag System com-
ponents work together .............
187
Important things to know ....... .. .. 179
Indicator light ... ................ . 190
Monitoring .... .. ............. .... 190
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF light ... .... 190
Repairs ... .... .. ............. .... 193
Safety instructions ................. 192
Side airbags ... .. ....... ...... .. .. 194
Side curtain airbags ............ .. .. 197
Weight-sensing mat ............. .. 201
When must the system be inspected? . 190
Air conditioning
refer to Climate controls ..... ... .. .. . 91
Air distribution
Climate controls .. ... .......... .... .
94
Four-zone automatic comfort air condi-
tioning ....... .. .. ... ....... ... .. .
99
Air pollutants filter
Climate controls .. ............. .... .
91
All-wheel drive .. .. ............. .... 225
Winter tires
Alloy wheels 289
243