2015 AUDI RS7 SPORTBACK fuel cap

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fuel container in your vehicle. The con­
tainer, full or empty may leak and co uld
cause a fire, especially in a crash.
- If, under exceptional circumstances, yo u
must transport a portable fuel container,
please observe the following:
- Never fi ll a po rtable fue l container
while it is anywhe re in or on the vehicle
(for examp le, in the luggage compar t­
ment, or on the tr unk). Static electric i­
ty can bui ld up while fi lling and can ig­
n ite fue l vapors causing a fire .
- Always p lace a portable fuel container
on the gro und before filling.
- Always keep the fi ller nozzle comp lete­
ly inside the po rtable conta iner before
and during filling.
- If filling a portable container made of
metal, the filler nozz le must always be
in contact with the container. Th is w ill
he lp prevent static electricity from dis­
charging and cause a fi re .
- Never sp ill fuel inside the vehicle or
luggage compartment. Fue l vapors are
h ighly f lammable .
- Always observe local and state/provin­
cial laws regard ing the use, storage
and tra nsporta tion of fuel co ntainers .
- Make certai n the fuel container meets
industry standards (ANSI/ ASTM
F 8 52 -86) .
(D Note
If any f uel has spilled onto t he car, it
should be removed immediate ly to prevent
damage to the paint.
~ For the sake of the environment
As soon as the correctly operated nozzle sw itches off automatically fo r the fi rst
time, the tank is full. Do not try to add more fue l because fue l may spill out . In
add it io n, th e expans io n sp ace in the fuel
t ank will be fi lled -cau sin g the fue l to
over flow whe n it be come s w arm a nd pol ­
lu te the env iro nment.
Fu el suppl y and filli ng your fuel t ank 209
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- Ru nning your eng ine whi le refue lli ng
may cause vapors to escape or even
cause fuel to sp ill out of the tank. T his
would then shut off the fuel nozzle be­
f o re the ta nk is f ull.
- Do not refuel you r vehicle with the ign i­
tion switched on. The fuel gauge may
ot herwise not i nd icate the correct fue l
lev el after r ef u ell ing .
- The fue l filler flap of yo ur vehicle is not
locked when you lock t he ve hicle from
t he insid e.
Fuel filler flap emergency release
You can open the fuel filler flap by hand if the
power locking system should fail .
Fig. 184 Luggage compa rtme nt: ope ning th e side trim
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Fig . 185 Right s ide tri m pane l in th e luggage com part ·
m ent : eme rge ncy re lease mechan is m
Opening the side trim
.. To remove the rig ht side t rim, first remove
the retainer from the mounts¢
fig. 184.
.. Turn both lock ing mechan isms 90° to the
left using a coin or a s imilar object and re-
move the locking mechanisms .
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Bead
means the part of the tire that
is made of steel wires, wrapped
or reinforced by ply cords and
that is shaped to fit the rim .
Bead separation
means a breakdown of the bond
between components in the
bead.
Cord
means the strands forming the
plies in the tire.
Cold tire inflation pressure
means the tire pressure recom­
mended by the vehicle manu­
facturer for a tire of a designat­
ed size that has not been driven
for more than a couple of miles (kilometers) at low speeds in
the three hour period before
the tire pressure is measured or
adjusted.
Curb weight
means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard equip­
ment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil, and cool­
ant, air conditioning and addi­
tional weight of optional equip­
ment.
Tires and wheels 229
Extra load tire
means a tire design to operate
at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the
corresponding standard tire. Extra load tires may be identi­
fied as "XL", "xl", "EXTRA
LOAD", or "RF" on the sidewall.
Gross Axle Weight Rating ("GAWR")
means the load-carrying capaci­
ty of a single axle system,
measured at the tire-ground in­
terfaces.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ("GVWR")
means the maximum total
loaded weight of the vehicle.
Groove
means the space between two
adjacent tread ribs.
Load rating (code)
means the maximum load that
a tire is rated to carry for a giv­
en inflation pressure. You may
not find this information on all
tires because it is not required by law.
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240 Tires and wheels
the driver observe the speci­
fied tire pressure values for
the tires and the correct pressures for the function of
the tire pressure monitoring
system.
-Always inflate tires to the
recommended and correct
tire pressure before driving
off.
-Driving with underinflated tires bend more, letting
them get too hot resulting
in tread separation, sudden
tire failure and loss of con­
trol.
-Excessive speed and/over­
loading can cause heat
build-up, sudden tire failure
and loss of control.
-If the tire pressure is too low or too high, the tires
will wear prematurely and
the vehicle will not handle
well.
-If the tire is not flat and you do not have to change a
wheel immediately, drive at reduced speed to the near­
est service station to check
the tire pressure and add air
as required.
(D Note
Driving without valve stem
caps can cause damage to
the tire valves. To prevent
this, always make sure that
factory installed valve stem
caps on all wheels are secure­ly mounted on the valve.
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Underinflated tires will also
increase the fuel consump­
tion.
Tires and vehicle load limits
There are limits to the amount
of load or weight that any vehi­
cle and any tire can carry. Ave­ hicle that is overloaded will not
handle well and is more diffi­
cult to stop. Overloading can
not only lead to loss of vehicle
control, but can also damage
important parts of the vehicle
and can lead to sudden tire fail­
ure, including a blowout and
sudden deflation that can cause
the vehicle to crash.
Your safety and that of your passengers also depends on
making sure that load limits are~

Tires and wheels 241
not exceeded. Vehicle load in- rear for total seating capacity •
eludes everybody and every- of 4. Each seating position has • '
thing in and on the vehicle. a safety belt¢ page 130, Safe-
These load limits are technical-ty belts.
ly referred to as the vehicle's
The fact that there is an upper
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating limit to your vehicle's Gross Ve-
("GVWR"). hicle Weight Rating means that
The "GVWR" includes the the total weight of whatever is
weight of the basic vehicle, all being carried in the vehicle is
factory installed accessories, a limited. The more passengers
full tank of fuel, oil, coolant in the vehicle or passengers and other fluids plus maximum who are heavier than the stand-
load . The maximum load in- ard weights assumed mean
eludes the number of passen- that less weight can be carried
gers that the vehicle is intend-as luggage.
ed to carry ("seating capacity") The tire pressure label on your
with an assumed weight of
Audi also lists the maximum
150 lbs (68 kg) for each pas- combined weight of all of the
senger at a designated seating occupants and luggage or other
position and the total weight of cargo that the vehicle can carry.
any luggage in the vehicle. For the location of the label
The
Gross Axle Weight Rating ¢ page 233, fig. 195.
("GAWR") is the maximum load
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that can be applied at each of ~ -
Overloading a vehicle can
the vehicle's two axles.
cause loss of vehicle control,
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- a crash or other accident, se-
ing and the Gross Axle Weight rious personal injury, and
Rating are listed on the safety even death.
compliance sticker label locat-
-Carrying more weight than
ed on the driver's side B-pillar. your vehicle was designed
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loss of control, crashes and serious per­
sonal injuries . Have worn or damaged tires
replaced immediate ly.
- Winter tires have maximum speed rating
that may be lower than your vehicle's
maximum speed.
- Never drive faster than the speed for
which the winter or other tires installed
on your vehicle are rated.
A WARNING
Always adjust your driving to the road and
traffic conditions. Never let the good ac­
celeration of the winter tires and all-wheel
drive tempt you into taking extra risks. Al­
ways remember:
- When braking, an all-wheel drive vehicle
handles in the same way as a front drive
vehicle.
- Drive carefully and reduce your speed on
icy and slippery roads, even winter tires
cannot help under black ice conditions.
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Use summer tires when weather condi­
tions permit. They are quieter, do not wear
as quickly and reduce fuel consumption.
Snow chains
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front
wheels, and only to certain tire sizes. Ask your
authorized Audi dealer on which tire sizes
snow chains can be used.
If you are going to use snow chains, then you
must install them on the front wheels at
least.
The snow chains must have low-profile links
and must not be thicker than 0.4 inch (10,5 mm), including the lock.
Remove wheel center covers and trim discs
before putting snow chains on your vehicle
q(D _ For safety reasons cover caps must then
be fitted over the wheel bolts. These are avail­
able from authorized Audi dealers.
Tires and wheels 253
A WARNING
Using the wrong snow chains for your vehi­
cle or installing them incorrectly can in­
crease the risk of loss of control leading to
serious personal injury.
- Snow chains are available in different sizes . Always make sure to follow the in­
structions provided by the snow chain
manufacturer.
- When driving with snow chains never
drive faster than the speed permitted for
your specific snow chains.
- Always observe local regulations.
([) Note
-Remove snow chains before driving on
roads not covered with snow to avoid
damaging tires and wearing the snow
chains down unnecessarily.
- Snow chains, which come into direct con­
tact with the wheel rim, can scratch or
damage it. Therefore, make sure that the
snow chains are suitably covered. Check
the position of the snow chains after
driving a few yards and correct if neces­
sary. Follow the instructions from the
snow chain manufacturer when doing so.
- If the Adaptive Air Suspension* should
malfunction, do not mount or use snow
chains because the vehicle will be ex­
tremely low. If you do drive with snow
chains on while the vehicle is at this lev­
el, the snow chains might severely dam­
age the wheelhouse and other parts of
the vehicle.
(D Tips
Where snow chains are mandatory oncer­
tain roads, this normally also applies to
vehicles with all-wheel drive.
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28 0 Techni cal data
designated s eating position) and luggage
w eight ¢.&, .
Gross Axle W eight Rating
The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum
l oad that can be applied at each axle of the
vehicle ¢Lr!, .
Vehicle cap acit y weight
The vehicle capac ity we ight (max . load) is list­
ed either on the dr iver's side B-pilla r or inside
the fuel filler flap.
_& WARNING
- T he actual Gross Axle Weight Rat ing at
the front and rear axles shou ld not ex­
ceed the permissible weights, and their
combination must not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating .
Dimensions
Length
Width
Width (across mirror s)
Height (unloaded) al
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-Exceeding permissible weight ratings can
result in veh icle damage, acc idents and
personal injury.
(D Note
- The vehicle capacity weight figures apply
when the load is distributed evenly in the
vehicle (passengers and luggage). When
transport ing a heavy load in the luggage
compartment, carry the load as near to
the rear axle as poss ible so that the vehi­
cle's handling is not impaired .
- Do not exceed the maximum permissible axle loads or the maximum gross veh icle
we ight. Always remember that the vehi­
cle's handling w il l be affected by the ex­
tra load. Therefo re, adj ust your speed ac­
cordingly.
- Always observe local regulat ions .
in (mm )
197.3 (5012)
i n (mm) 75.2 (1911)
in (mm) 84.2 (2139)
in (mm) 55.9 (1419)
al The he igh t of the veh icle depen ds on the t ire s and th e su spen sion .
When driving up steep ramps, on rough roads,
over curbs, etc . it is important to remember
that som e parts of your veh icle, such as spoil-
Capacities
Fuel tank: total capacity
W indsh ield flu id conta iner
Winds hield and headlight washe r fluid containe ir* ers or exhaust system components, may be
close to
the ground . Be carefu l not to damage
them .
gal (liters) approx. 19 .8 (75.0)
quarts (liters) approx. 3. 7 (3.5)
quarts (liters) approx. 5.2 (4.9)

290 Index
Changing ....... ..... ... .. .. .... . 216 F
Ch ecking the engin e oi l le vel .. .... .. . 215
Indications and cond it ions requ iring ex-
tr a checking .... .. .... ..... .. .. .. . 215
Indica tor ligh t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Oil consumption .............. .. ... 214
Pressure malfunction .. .... .. .. .. .. . . 16
Recommended oil check intervals ..... 215
Sensor defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specification and viscos ity .. .. .. .. .. . 213
Temperature indicator ....... .. .. .. . . 28
Engine sound ... ... .... ..... .. .. .. .. 96
Engin e sp ee d lim ita tion ....... .. .... . . 20
E ng ine start system (indicator lights) .. . . 17
Environmen t
Break -in period ............ ... .. ... 196
Catalytic converter ......... ... .. ... 197
Disposing of your vehicle battery .. .. . 224
Driving at high speeds ..... .. .. .... . 199
Driving to minim ize pollution and noise 198
Fu el .. ... ....... ......... ... .... . 208
Fu el economy ............. ... .... . 198
Leaks und er your vehicle ........... . 211
Letting the veh icle st and and warm up . 199
Proper d ispo sal o f drained brake fluid . 220
Proper disposal of dra ined engine cool-
ant ..... .. ................ ... ... 218
Proper disposa l of dra ined engine
oil .. .. .. ...... .. ... .... .. .. 215 ,216
Recycling used engine oil . .. .. .. .... . 215
Un leaded fuel ... ... ... ... .. .. .. .. . 206
What should I do with an old battery? . 224
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ..... .. .. .. . 186
E xhaust t ail pipes
Cleaning . .. .. . .. ..... ... .. .. .. .. . 203
Expansion tank .............. .. .... . 217
Exterior lighting ............... .. .... 44
Ext erior mirrors
Ad justing .. .... .. ... ...... .. .. .. .. 50
Dimming ..... .... .... ..... .. .. .. .. 51
Heating .. .. ... ... .... ..... .. .. .. .. 50
Exterior temperature display ..... .... . . 22 Fastening
Booster seats .... ................. 174
Conv ertib le child saf ety seats ..... ... 172
I nfant seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Floor mats .... .. .. ... .. ..... ... .... 125
Foot pedals ................. ....... 1 25
For the sake of the environm ent
Gasoline fumes and the env ironment . . 208
Reducing eng ine no ise by early upsh ift-
ing ... .... .. .. .. ...... .. ... ...... . 10
Refueling ............ ........... . 208
Sav ing fuel by early upsh ifting ...... .. 10
Four-zone automatic climat e control ... . 70
Front airb ags
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
How they work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Frontal coll is ions and the laws of phys ics 131
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Adjusting . .. .. .. ... .. ..... ... .... 122
Child res tra ints in the fron t se at .... .. 141
Fuel Additives . ..... .. ................. 206
B lended gasoline .............. .... 206
Cur rent consump tion ... .. .. .. .. .. .. . 24
Economy mess ages (efficiency program) 25
Fuel filler flap emergency release .... . 209
Fuel filler neck ........ ........... . 207
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Gasoline .... .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .... 206
Gasoline additives ...... ....... .. .. 207
Low fuel level symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Octan e rating .... .............. ... 206
Recommendation ............... ... 206
Refuelling . .. .. .. ...... ....... .... 208
Reserve ... .. .. .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .... . 11
Tank capac ity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,280
Fuses Assignment ..... ... .......... .... 269
Rep lac ing . .. .. .. ....... ..... ..... 269
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Garage door opener (Homelink) ... .. .. . 42
Garment hooks .... ... ............. .. 61