2016 AUDI Q3 transmission oil

Instruments and indicator lights
-The engine compartment of any motor vehi­
cle is a potentially hazardous area. Before
you check anything in the engine compart­ ment, stop the engine and let it cool down.
Always exercise extreme caution when work­ ing under the hood¢
page 177.
Overview
Some ind icator lights turn o n briefly to chec k the
f u nction of that syste m whe n you switch the ign i­
t ion on. These systems are mar ked with a ./ in
the following tables . If one of these indicator
lights does not turn on, there is a ma lfunction in
that system .
Red indic ator lights
12
USA models:
Brake system ./
¢page 13
Canada mode ls :
Brake system ./
r=.> page 13
USA models :
Electromechanical pa rking brake
r=.> page 14
Can ada mode ls:
Electromechanical parking brake
r=.> page 14
Safety be lts
<=.> page 15
Eng ine cooling system
r=.> page 14
E ng ine o il pressu re
<=.> page 15
Battery
¢page 15
Electromechanical power steering./
<=.>page 156
Transmission
r=.>page86
Steering co lumn lock
<=.> page 16
Yellow indicator l ights
!f
"O~ I I ~ '#
'!IIJ
E lectron ic Stabilization Contro l
(ESC) ./
<=.>page 16
Electron ic Stabiliza tion Cont ro l
( E SC) ./
<=.>page 16
Electron ic Stabiliza tion Control (ESC)
<=.> page 16
USA model s:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) defec­
tive./
<=.> page 16
Canada model s:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) defec ­
tive ./
<=.>page 16
Safety systems./
<=.>page 16
Worn brake pads
<=.>page 16
Electromechanical parking brake
r=.> page 14
Tire pressure monitoring system*./
r=.>page208
Tire pressure monitoring system*
r=.>page208
Electron ic power contro l./
<=.>page 17
Malfunction indicator Lamp (MIL) ./
¢page 17
Engine speed limitation
¢ page 17
Engine oil leve l
¢page 17
Engine oil leve l
¢page 17
Engine oil se nsor
¢ page 17
Blll! Battery
·- r=.>page15
r.111 Tank system
... r=.>page17

Driving and the
environment
Breaking in
New engine
The engine needs to be run-in during the first
1,000 miles (1, 500 km).
For the first 600 miles (1 ,000 kilometer s):
"' Do not use full throttle .
"' Do not drive at engine speeds that are more
than
2/3 of the max imum permitted RPM .
From 600 to 1,000 miles (1 ,000 to 1 ,500
kilometers):
"' Speeds can gradually be increased to the maxi­
mum pe rm issib le road or engine speed .
During and after break-in pe riod
"' Do not rev the engine up to high speeds when it
is cold. This applies whether the transmission is
in N (Neutral) or in gear .
After the break-in period
"'Do not exceed maximum engine speed under
any c ircumstances .
"'U pshift into the nex t higher gear
before reach­
ing the red area a t the end of the tachometer
sca le
c=> page 10.
During the first few hours of driving, the eng ine's
internal fric tion is higher than later when all the
mov ing parts have been broken in . How well this
b reak-in process is done depends to a considera­
b le exte nt on the way the veh icle is d rive n during
t he first 1,000 miles (1,500 kilometers).
(D Note
Extremely high eng ine speeds a re au toma ti­
cally reduced . However, these rpm limits are
programme d for a n engine well run-in, not a
new engine.
@) For the sake of the environment
D o not dr ive with u nnecessari ly high eng in e
spee ds -ups hifting ea rly saves fuel, reduces
noise and pro tec ts the envi ronme nt.
Driving and the envir onment
New tires
If your vehicle is runn ing on new tires, d rive very
car efu lly fo r the firs t 35 0 miles (500 kilometers)
a ft er fit ting.
WARNING
New tires tend to be slippe ry and must a lso
be "bro ken-in". Be sure to remembe r th is dur­
i ng the fi rst 350 m iles (500 kilometers).
Brake gent ly. Avoid following closely behind
other vehicles or other s ituations that m ight
r equire sudden, hard b raking .
Avoid damaging the
vehicle
When yo u are dr iv ing o n poor roa ds, or over
cur bs, stee p ramps, e tc., ma ke cert ain that low­
ly ing parts s uch a s spo ile rs a nd exh aust sy stem
parts do no t bottom o ut and get dama ged.
T his is espec ially true for ve hicles with low-s lung
c h ass is (sports c hass is) * and fully loaded
vehicles.
Catalytic converter
It is very important that your emission control
system (catalytic converter) is functioning prop­
erly to ensure that your vehicle is running in an
environmentally sound manner.
"' Always use lead -free gasoline c> page 173,
Fuel supply.
"' Never run the tank down all the way to empty.
"' Never put too much moto r o il in you r engine
c=> page 181, "t':::r. Adding engine oil .
"'Never try to push -or tow -start your veh icle .
The catalytic converter is an efficient "clean-up" device built into the exhaust system of the veh i­
cle. The catalyt ic converter b urns ma ny of the
pollutants in the exhaust gas before they are re­
leased into the atmosphere .
The exclusive use of un leaded fuel is critically im­
portant for the life of the catalytic converter and
prope r fu nct ion ing of the eng ine. ..,.
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Checking and Filling
-Keep children away from the engine com­
partment.
- Never spill fluids on hot engine compo­
nents. They can cause a fire.
- Never touch the radiator fan. The auxiliary
electric fan is temperature controlled and
can switch on suddenly.
- Never open the coolant reservoir cap when
the engine is still warm. The coolant system
is pressurized and hot coolant could spray
out.
- Protect your face, hands and arm from steam or hot engine coolant by placing a
thick rag over the cap when you open the
coolant reservoir .
- Do not remove the engine cover under any
circumstances. This increases the risk of
burns .
- If work on the fuel system or the electrical
system is necessary:
-Always disconnect the battery.
- Never smoke or work near heaters or open
flames. Fluids in the engine compartment
could start a fire.
- Keep an approved fire extinguisher imme­
diately available.
- To avoid electrical shock and personal injury
while the engine is running or being started,
never touch:
- Ignition cables
- Other components of the high voltage
electronic ignition system.
- If you must perform a check or repair with
the engine running:
- First, fully apply the parking brake, move
selector lever of automatic transmission
to "P" (Park).
- Always use extreme caution to prevent
clothing, jewelry, or long hair from get-
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ting caught in the radiator fan, V-belts or
other moving parts, or from contacting
hot parts. Tie back hair before starting,
and do not wear clothing that will hang or
droop into the engine.
- Minimize exposure to emission and chemi­
cal hazards
c::> & .
A WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning:
- Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of Cali­
fornia to cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, certain flu­
ids contained in vehicles and certain prod­
ucts of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm .
- Battery posts, terminals and related acces­
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harms.
Wash hands after handling.
([) Note
When adding fluids, always make sure that
they are poured into the proper container or
filler opening, otherwise serious damage to
vehicle systems will occur.
@ For the sake of the environment
To detect leaks in time, inspect the vehicle
floor pan from underneath regularly. If you
see spots from oil or other vehicle fluids, have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized Audi dealer .

Fuses and bulbs
(D Tips
- The following table does not list fuse loca­
tions that are not used.
- Some of the equipment listed in the follow­
ing tables applies only to certain model ver­
sions or certain optional equipment.
Cockpit fuse assignment
The fuse number is stamped into the plastic be­
low or above each fuse.
No. Equipment
1 LED headlight (left)
2 LED headlight ( right)
5 LED headlight (left)
6 LED headlight (right)
7 Steering lock
8 Convenience access
9
Airbag control module, AIRBAG OFF indi-
cator light
12 Transmission control module
Air quality sensor for climate contro l sys-
tern, heated w indow washer nozzles,~
button, reverse light button<®>, oil level
13 sensor, climate control system, seat occu-
pant detection system, seat heating , but-
tons in the center console, automatic dim-
ming mirror
Engine control module, transmission con-
trol module, quattro control module,
14
brake lights, electromechanica l steering,
Gateway cont rol module, trailer hitch con-
trol module, ESC contro l module, light
switch, damping control module
Headlight range control module, instru-
ment illuminat ion, headl ights (left, right),
15 diagnostic connector, headlight range con-
trol module, crankcase housing heater, air
flow sensor, socket relay, DC/DC converter
16 Park ing system
17 Parking system rearview camera
18 TV tuner
19 E ngine starter control, DC/DC converter
220
No . Equipment
20
ESC contro l module, climate/heating con-
tro l, special functions interface
21 Selecto r mechanism power supply
22 Interior monitoring
© button, front interior lighting buttons,
23 diagnostic connector, light switch, light/
rain sensor, humidity sensor
25 Headlight power supply
26 Rear window wiper
27 Starter system
28 Infotainment
29
Supply for the park ing system rearv iew
camera and TV tuner
30 Infotainment
31 Infotainment
32 Instrument cluster
33 A utomat ic dimming rearview mirror
36
Cigarette lighter, cockpit/ luggage com-
partment socket
37 Cockpit/rear socket
38 Transmission control module
40 Trailer hitch control module
41 Trailer hitch control module
42 Trailer hitch control module
44 Rear window defogger
45
Electromechanical parking brake control
module
46 Trailer hitch control module
47 quattro control module
48 Aut omat ic lu ggage compartment lid con-
tro l module
so Fan
51
Electromechanical parking brake control
module
52 BCM
53 Fr ont seat heating
54 Panorama roof
55 Sun shade on the panorama roof
56 Adaptive dampers control module

Emergency situations
-The vehicle should never be lifted or
jacked up from underneath the engine oil
pan, the transmission housing, the front
or rear axle or the body side members.
This could lead to serious damage.
- To avoid damage to the underbody or
chassis frame, a rubber pad must be in­
serted between the floor jack and the lift
points .
- Before driving over a workshop hoist,
check that the vehicle weight does not
exceed the permissible lifting capacity of
the hoist .
- Before driving over a workshop hoist, en­
sure that there is sufficient clearance be­
tween the hoist and low parts of the ve­ hicle.
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Technical data
Vehicle identification
F ig. 183 Location on d river 's side dash panel: Vehicle Iden·
ti fic ation Number (VlN) p late
XXXXX XX -X -XXXX XXX XX
CD+ ~t :1:: xxxxxxxx xx x xxxxxxxx
TVP/fffl XXX XXX
XX XXXXXXX XX X X xx
XXX KW XXX
®i ~:J·f lfils~~ XXXX XXX XXX
®-+ ~N:a=i~l xxxx ; xxxx xxx ; xx
II. · AUSS, I OPTIONS
,__ __
EO A 7D5
2EH J0Z
3FC
FOA
TL6 3KA
lXW
7T6 CV7
3L4
lSA
4UB 6XM 5SG
llB l AS
SMU 7Xl
9G3 0G7 0YH
8EH
Ul A X 98
803 908 824
7K0 4X3 2K2
4KC 3Y0 413
7GB 01A
5RW
18 A
0JF
Q Z7
020
502
4G0
XX . X XX X XX X XXXX
Fig. 184 Inside the luggage compartment: Vehicle identifi­
cat ion labe l
Veh icle Identification Number (VlN )
The Vehicle Identification Number is located in
different p laces :
- under the windshield on the driver's side
¢ fig . 183.
-in the radio or in the MMI*: !CARI function but­
ton
> ( Car ) Systeme * control button > Servic­
ing
& checks > VIN number .
-on the vehicle identification label.
Technical data
Vehicle identification label
The veh icle identification label is located in the
luggage compartment near the battery.
T he label¢
fig. 184 shows the following vehicle
data:
(D Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
@ Vehicle type, eng ine output, transm ission
@ Engine and transmission code
@ Paint number and interior
® Optional equipment numbers
T he information of the veh icle identification label
can also be found in your Warranty
& Mainte­
nance booklet.
Safety compliance sticker
The safety compliance sticker is your assurance
that your new vehicle complies w ith all applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which
were in effect at the time the vehicle was manu­
factured. You can find this sticker on the door
jamb on the driver 's side. It shows the month and
year of production and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle (perforation) as well as
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat ing (GVWR) and the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
H igh voltage warning label
The high voltage warning label is located in the
engine compartment next to the engine hood re­
lease. 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 door jamb
on the driver 's side.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating includes the
weight of the basic vehicle plus full fuel tank, oil
and coolant, plus maximum load, which includes
passenger weight (150 lbs/68 kg per des ignated
seating position) and luggage weight
c:> .&, . .,.
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Index
A
A/C (a utomat ic cl imate contro l system) . . . . 65
A/C (manua l cl imate contro l system) . . . . . . 63
Accessories .. .. .. .... .. ....... .... 53,234
Adap tive dampe rs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Adapt ive dampers ( indicator light) . . . . . . . . 18
Adapt ive Light (defective) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8
Adding Eng ine coolant .. ............. .... .. .
E ng ine oi l .. .. .. .. . ... ... .... .. .. .. .
Addit ional accessories
Additives 184
18
1
234
Eng ine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Ad justab le s teer ing colum n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Ad justi ng
Steer ing colum n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Adj usting the center conso le lighting . . . . . . 43
A irbag .... .. .. .... .... · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 1
12
W arning/indi cator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Airbag system .... .. ........ ...... ... .
Advanced Airbag-System .......... ... .
Advanced Airbag System components .. .
Ca re .... .. .. ............... .... .. .
Ch ildren . .. .. .. .. . .......... .. .. .. . 1
27
116
1 18
125
133
Ch ild rest raints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Components (front airbags) . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Danger of fitting a child safety seat on the
front passenger seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Front airbags . .................. 116, 117
H ow do the front airbags work? . . . . . . . . 120
H ow many airbags does my vehicle have? 118
H ow the Advanced A irbag System compo-
nents work together . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
I mportant inform ation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
I ndicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF light . . . . . . . . . 122
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Side curtain airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
We ight-sens ing mat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
When must the system be inspected? . . . 122
All season tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
All weathe r lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
236
All wheel drive
Alte rna to r
refer to Gene rato r .. .. ............. .. .
Ant i-free ze
Windshie ld washer system . .. .... ... . .
also refer to Engine coolant system .... .
Anti- lock b raking system 156
15
190
1 83
Warn ing/ indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ant i-Lock Br aking Sys tem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Ant i- slip regulat io n
War ning/ indicato r ligh ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Anti-Slip Regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Ant i-theft systems
E lec tron ic immobilizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Asht ray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Audi Se rvice Repair Manuals and Literatu re 232
A UTO
Automat ic climate control system . . . . . . . 65
Automat ic headl igh ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic be lt retractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
A utomat ic key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Automat ic post-collis ion braking system . . 152
Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Dr iving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Hill descent control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
K ick-down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Se lector lever emergency release . . . . . . . . 86
Se lector lever positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
S hi ft ing manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Steering wheel with sh ift padd les . . . . . . . . 85
t ipt roni c mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Automat ic w ipe/wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Auto Sa fe ty Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Average consumpt ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Average speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Avo id dam ag ing t he ve hicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 187
Battery lo cat ion insi de the luggage compa rt-
ment..... .. .. .. .. .. ... .... ........ 18 7
Charge leve l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Energy managem ent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157