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of vehicle and cleaning
Care of vehicle and
cleaning
General notes
Regular and careful care helps to maintain the
value of the vehicle. This may also be one of the
requirements for upholding any warranty claims
in the event of corrosion or paint defects.
The required car care products are available from
Audi dealers or specialist retailers. Please follow
the instructions for use on the packaging.
A WARNING
- Cleaning products and other materials used
for car care can damage health if misused.
- Car care products can contain toxic substan­
ces and must always be kept in a safe place
out of reach of children.
®, For the sake of the environment
- Please choose care products that are not
harmful to the environment.
- Surplus cleaning materials should not be
disposed of together with ordinary house­
hold waste.
Washing the vehicle
The longer residues are allowed to remain on the
vehicle, the more damage they can do to the
paintwork. High temperatures (for instance in di­
rect sunlight) further intensify the damage.
Before washing, soak heavy dirt with plenty of
water.
Stubborn dirt, such as bird droppings or resinous
tree sap, is best removed with plenty of water
and a micro-fibre cloth.
After the period when salt is put on the roads,
have the underside of the vehicle washed thor­
oughly.
High-pressure cleaners
When cleaning the vehicle with a high-pressure
cleaner, always follow the operating instructions
for the equipment. This applies particularly to
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operating pressure and the spraying distance.
Do not point the spray jet directly at the seals on
the windows, doors, bonnet or boot lid, or at the
tyres, rubber hoses, insulating material or sen­
sors*. Maintain a distance of at least 40 cm.
Do not use a high-pressure cleaner to remove
snow and ice.
Never use high-pressure cleaners with a round-jet
nozzle or "dirt blasters".
The water must not be hotter than 60 °C.
Automatic car washes
Spray the vehicle with water before washing.
Ensure that the windows are closed and that the
windscreen wipers are switched off. Follow the
car wash operator's rules and recommendations,
especially if any accessories are attached to your
vehicle.
If possible use a brush less car wash.
Washing by hand
Clean the car with a soft sponge or brush, start­
ing on the roof and working down. Use solvent­
free cleaning agents.
Washing matt-painted vehicles by hand
To avoid damaging the paintwork when washing
the car, first remove any dust, sand and grit. In­
sects, grease stains and fingerprints are best re­
moved using a special cleaning agent for matt­
painted surfaces.
Apply the product with a micro-fibre cloth. Do
not apply too much pressure to avoid damaging
the paintwork.
Rinse the car thoroughly with water. Then clean
the car with a neutral shampoo and a soft micro­
fibre cloth.
Rinse the car with lots of water again and then
let it dry in the air. Remove any water stains with
a chamois.
A WARNING
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- Follow the rules and recommendations of
the car wash operator and do not wash the
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with the ignition switched on - risk
of accident!
- To avoid cutting yourself on sharp metal
parts, always wear suitable protection when
cleaning the underside of the car or inside
the wheel arches.
- After the car has been washed, the full brak­
ing effect can be delayed by moisture (or in
winter by ice) on the discs and brake pads -
risk of accident! The brakes should be dried
by pressing the pedal to restore full braking
effect.
CD CAUTION
- Before washing the vehicle in an automatic
car wash, please make sure to retract the
exterior mirrors and, if necessary, retract
the automatic rear spoiler* to prevent dam­
age. Always use the electrical power control
to fold the mirrors in/out on vehicles with
electrically retractable exterior mirrors*.
Notes on cleaning and care
For cleaning and care of individual components
on the vehicle, please refer to the tables below.
These are recommendations only. If you have
Cleaning the exterior
Component Situation Care
of vehicle and cleaning
- Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight -
otherwise the paint can be damaged.
- Do not use insect sponges or abrasive
household sponges, etc. -they can damage
the surfaces.
- Matt-painted vehicle parts:
- Do not use polish or wax -otherwise the
paintwork can be damaged.
- Never use car-wash programmes that in­
clude wax coatings. This could spoil the
matt finish.
- Do not attach any stickers or magnet la­
bels to matt-painted parts as these could
damage the paintwork when they are re­
moved.
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the sake of the environment
The car should only be washed in special wash
bays. This prevents oily water from getting in­
to the public drains.
special questions or certain components are not
listed, please ask your qualified workshop. Please
also refer to the notes ¢ &. .
Remedy
Wiper blades Di
rt/deposits
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Headlights/ Di rt/deposits Soft
sponge with mild detergent a
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rear lights
Sensors Dirt/deposits
Soft
cloth with solvent-free cleaning agent
Snow/ice Small brush/solvent-free de-icer spray
Wheels Road
salt Water
Brake dust
Acid-free cleaning agent
Tailpipes Road
salt Water; suitable stainless steel cleaning product if necessa-
ry
Ornamental trim/ Dirt/deposits
Mild detergent a
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; suitable stainless steel cleaning product
mouldings if necessary
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Component Situation
Remedy
Fabrics, Surface
dirt
Vacuum cleaner
leatherette, Water-based stains, e.g. cof- Absorbent cloth and mild detergent a
)
Alcantara fee, tea, blood, etc.
Fat-based stains, e.g. oil,
Apply mild detergent a
), dab off dissolved grease or
make-up, etc. colour
particles with absorbent cloth; if necessary
treat with water
Special dirt/stains, e.g. ball- Special stain remover (dab off with absorbent fab-
point pen, nail varnish, dis-ric);
if necessary treat with mild detergent a
)
persion paint, shoe cream,
etc.
Natural leather Fresh
dirt/stains Cotton cloth with mild detergent a
)
Water-based stains, e.g. cof- Fresh stains: absorbent cloth
fee, tea, blood, etc.
Dried stains: stain remover suitable for leather
Fat-based stains, e.g. oil, Fresh stains: absorbent cloth and suitable stain re-
make-up, etc. mover for leather
Dried stains: grease removal spray
Special dirt/stains, e.g. ball-
Stain remover suitable for leather
point pen, nail varnish, dis-
persion paint, shoe cream,
etc.
Care of vehicle Regularly apply leather-care cream with ultra-violet
protection and impregnating compound; if necessa-
ry use special colour leather cream
Carbon parts Dirt/deposits
Same treatment as plastic parts
a) Mild detergent: not more than two tablespoons of pH-neutral detergent to one litre of water
A WARNING
Do not use water-repellent coatings on the
windscreen. In bad visibility conditions such
as light rain, low sun or when driving at night
these coatings can cause increased dazzle,
which is a serious safety hazard. Such coat­
ings can also cause the wiper blades to jud­
der.
CD CAUTION
- Headlights/rear lights
- Never clean the headlights/rear lights
with a dry cloth or sponge.
- Do not use cleaning agents containing al­
cohol. This could cause the glass to crack!
-Wheels
- Do not use paint polish or other abrasive
agents. -
If the protective paint coating on the
wheel rim is scratched or damaged by
stone chips etc., the damaged area should
be touched up without delay.
-Windows
- Remove snow and ice from windows and
exterior mirrors with a
plastic
scraper on­
ly. To avoid scratches, the scraper should
only be pushed in one direction and not
moved to and fro.
- Never use warm or hot water to remove
snow and ice from windows and mirrors.
Th is could cause the glass to crack!
- To avoid damaging the heating element,
do not put stickers on the inner side of the
rear window.
- Ornamental trim/mouldings
- Do not use chrome cleaning agents .
- Paintwork
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- The vehicle must be free of dirt and dust
before applying polish/wax -otherwise
the paintwork may be damaged.
- Do not polish/wax the vehicle in direct
sunlight -this can damage the paint!
- Do not attempt to polish out surface rust
deposits -this can damage the paint!
- Remove cosmetics and sun lotion immedi­
ately -otherwise the paintwork may be
damaged.
- Instrument cluster
- Before cleaning, ensure that the instru-
ment cluster is switched off and cool.
- The instrument cluster and the surround­
ing trim must not be cleaned with a dry
cloth -this can scratch the surfaces!
- Do not let any liquid get between the in­
strument cluster and the trim -risk of
damage!
- Control consoles
- Do not let any liquid get inside the control
consoles -risk of damage!
- Seat belts
- Do not remove the seat belts to clean
them.
- Do not use chemical cleaning agents, cor­
rosive liquids, solvents or sharp instru­
ments to clean the seat belts or their com­
ponents -this can damage the belt web­
bing!
- If you find any damage to the belt web­
bing, the belt fittings, the belt retractor or
the buckle, have the belt in question re­
placed by a qualified workshop.
- Fabrics/leatherette/Alcantara
- Do not use leather care products, solvents,
wax polish, shoe cream, stain removers, or
any similar products on leatherette/Alcan­
tara fabrics.
- To avoid damage, stubborn stains should
be removed by a qualified workshop.
- Never use steam cleaners, brushes, hard
sponges or similar utensils.
- Do not use the seat heating* to dry the
seats.
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Sharp-edged objects on clothing, such as
zip fasteners, rivets or belts, can also
damage the surface of the fabric.
- Please make sure you close any velcro fas­
teners, e.g. on your clothing, as these
could otherwise damage the upholstery.
- Natural leather
- Do not use solvents, wax polish, shoe
cream, stain removers, or any similar
products on leather fabrics.
- Sharp-edged objects on clothing, such as
zip fasteners, rivets or belts, can also
damage the surface of the fabric.
- Never use steam cleaners, brushes, hard
sponges or similar utensils.
- Do not use the seat heating* to dry the
seats.
- Avoid exposing leather to direct sunlight
for long periods, otherwise it may tend to
lose some of its colour. If the car is left for
a prolonged period in the bright sun, it is
best to cover the leather.
@ Note
- It is much easier to remove dead insects if
the car has been waxed recently.
- Regular waxing can help protect against
surface rust.
Taking the vehicle out of
service
If you wish to take your vehicle out of service for
a long period of time, contact an Audi dealer or
other qualified workshop. Here you will receive
advice on necessary measures, for example re­
garding corrosion protection, maintenance and
storage. In addition, please observe the general
notes on the battery � page 226.

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General notes
... If your vehicle experiences technical problems,
stop the car well away from moving traffic. If
you have a flat tyre, you should park the car on
a level surface. Be particularly careful if you are
on a slope .
... Apply the parking brake .
... Switch the hazard warning lights on .
... Place the warning triangle in a visible location
¢page 241.
... Instruct all passengers to leave the car when it
is safe to do so. They should wait in a safe place
(for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).
A WARNING
You should note the procedure described
above for your own safety and that of other
road users.
Equipment Warning triangle
Applies to vehicles: with warning triangle
Fig. 221 Luggage compartment: Warning triangle
The factory-supplied warning triangle is stowed
in the luggage compartment.
The luggage compartment is specifically de­
signed to hold only the warning triangle supplied
as an Audi Genuine Accessory. Mobility
First-aid kit
Applies to vehicles: with first-aid kit
Fig. 222 Rear seats: Compartment for first-aid kit
The first-aid kit is located in a compartment next
to the right side rear seat.
Fire extinguisher
Applies to vehicles: with fire extinguisher
The factory-fitted fire extinguisher is located in
the footwell on the front passenger's side (se­
cured in a holder).
... Remove the fire extinguisher by pressing on the
tab marked "PRESS".
... To secure the fire extinguisher, put it in the
holder and fasten the securing belt.
Check how the fire extinguisher works before you
need to use it. The instructions for use are shown
on the fire extinguisher.
A WARNING
If the fire extinguisher is not secured properly
it could be catapulted through the vehicle
during driving and braking manoeuvres or in
the event of an accident. This poses a risk of
injur y to occupants.
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The fire extinguisher must comply with legal
requirements. Observe the expiry date of the
fire extinguisher.
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Note
Note the code number of the anti-theft wheel
bolt and keep it in a safe place -not in your
vehicle. If you need a replacement adapter,
give the code number to your Audi dealer.
Loosening the wheel bolts
Fig. 230 Changing a wheel: Loosening the wheel bolts
.,. Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle's
tool kit) as far as it will go over the wheel
bolt 1
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.,. Turn the wheel bolt approx. one turn anti-clock­
wise -arrow-. To apply the necessary torque,
hold the box spanner near the end. If the wheel
bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it
by pushing down the end of the spanner care­
fully with your foot. Hold on to the car for sup­
port and take care not to slip.
.&_ WARNING
To avoid accidents, the wheel bolts should on­
ly be loosened slightly (one turn) before rais­
ing the vehicle with the jack*.
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An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the anti-theft
wheel bolts � page 244. Mobility
Raising the vehicle
Fig. 231 Sills: markings (example)
Fig. 232 Door sill: Applying the jack under the door sill
.,. Always
provide a firm base for the jack* on the
ground. (The jack can be found in the vehicle's
tool kit). If necessary use a large, strong board
or similar support. On a hard, slippery surface
(such as tiles) use a rubber mat or similar to
prevent the jack from slipping ¢ ,,&.
.,. Locate the marking on the door sill closest to
the wheel being changed ¢ Fig. 231. The jack­
ing point is located behind the marking under
the door sill.
.,. Wind up the jack* under the jacking point until
the claw @¢ Fig. 232 of the jack is directly be­
low the jacking point .
.,. Align the jack* so that the claw @ grips the
jacking point under the door sill and the mova­
ble base plate of the jack @ is flat on the
ground. The base plate @ must be positioned
vertically underneath the jacking point@ .
.,. Raise the vehicle until the defective wheel is
clear of the ground.
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.&_ WARNING
- Make sure the jack* is stable. If the ground
underneath the jack* is slippery or soft, the
jack can slip or sink in -risk of injury!
- Use only the jack* supplied with your vehicle
to raise the vehicle. If you use a jack from a
different vehicle, your vehicle may slip off
the jack -risk of injury!
- Apply the jack* only at the jacking points Lo­
cated behind the markings on the door sill
and align it properly. Otherwise there is a
risk of injury since the jack* can slip off sud­
denly if it is not properly engaged.
- The height of the parked vehicle can change
as a result of variations in Loading.
- Never start the engine when the vehicle is
on the jack -risk of accident!
- If work has to be done under the vehicle, en­
sure that it is safely supported on suitable
stands -risk of injury!
CD CAUTION
The vehicle must not be lifted up on its sills.
Only apply the jack* at the jacking points Loca­
ted behind the markings on the door sill. Oth­
erwise your vehicle could be damaged.
Taking off/ putting on the wheel
Fig. 233 Wheel: Hexagonal socket for turning wheel bolts
246 Fig.
234 Wheel: Mounting pin in wheel bolt hole nearest
to the top
Taking off the wheel
... Using the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver
handle {provided in the vehicle's tool kit), un­
screw the top wheel bolt and place it on a clean
surface ¢ Fig. 233.
... Screw in the mounting pin (provided in the ve­
hicle's tool kit) by hand in place of the wheel
bolt¢ Fig. 234.
.,. Then unscrew the other wheel bolts .
.,. Take off the wheel ¢(D
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stays where it is.
Putting on the wheel
When putting on a tyre with directional tread
pattern, refer to ¢ page 247.
.,. Put on the wheel, using the mounting pin to
guide it into place ¢(D
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.,. Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them
lightly using the hexagonal socket .
... Then unscrew the mounting pin and tighten the
remaining wheel bolt lightly .
... Carefully lower the car with the jack* .
.,. Tighten the wheel bolts in diagonal sequence
with the box spanner.
The wheel bolts should be clean and turn easily.
Before putting on the wheel, inspect the condi­
tion of the wheel and hub mounting surfaces.
These surfaces must be clean before mounting
the wheel.
.&_ WARNING
Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screw-
driver handle to tighten the wheel bolts. It is ..,.

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the engine
The jump leads must be connected in the correct
sequence.
Fig. 237 Engine compartment: Terminals for jump leads
and battery charger
Fig. 238 Jump-starting with the battery of another vehi­
cle: A -Discharged battery, B -Boosting battery
Please note that the described method of con­
necting the leads is meant for jump-starting your
vehicle.
Preparations
1. Do not attempt to jump-start a vehicle with a
battery which has been frozen. If a battery
has frozen it must be replaced.
2. Apply the handbrake and move the gear lever
to neutral (manual gearbox) or move these­
lector Lever to P (automatic gearbox).
3. Switch off all electrical equipment and the ig-
nition on both vehicles.
Connecting and disconnecting the jump
leads
4.
5. Before
jump-starting the vehicle you must
open the cap on the positive terminal.
Connect one end of the red jump lead to the
positive terminal (!) ¢Fig. 238 ofthejump­
start connection @ in your vehicle. Mobility
6. Connect
the other end of the red jump lead
to the positive terminal @ofthe boosting
battery @.
7. Connect one end of the black lead to the neg­
ative terminal@ of the boosting [email protected] the other end of the black jump lead
to the negative terminal (bolt head) © of the
jump-start connection@ in your vehicle.
9.
Position the jump leads in such a way that
they cannot come into contact with any mov­
ing parts in the engine compartment.
Starting the engine
10. Start the engine of the vehicle with the
boosting battery and let it run at idling
speed.
11. Start the engine of the car with the dis­
charged battery and wait two or three mi­
nutes until the engine is running smoothly.
12. If the engine fails to start: do not operate the
starter for longer than 10 seconds. Wait for
about 30 seconds and try again.
13. Switch
on the blower and the rear window
heating on the vehicle which has been jump­
started in order to offset excessive voltage
which may occur when disconnecting the
leads. The headlights must be switched off!
14. When the engines are running, disconnect
the leads in exactly the opposite sequence to
that described on¢ page 249, Connecting
and disconnecting the jump leads. Make sure
that the leads cannot come into contact with
any moving parts in the engine compart­
ment.
15. Close the cap on the positive terminal.
16. Switch off the blower and the rear window
heating again.
_& 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.
- Do not lean over the batteries -risk of acid
burns!
- The screw plugs on the battery cells must be
screwed in firmly.
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