2016 AUDI TT COUPE warning

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vehicle.
~Please note that the maximum permitted
speed may be lower with winter tires q ,&.. An
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Serv­
ice Facility
can inform you about the maximum
permitted speed for your tires.
~Check the tire pressure after installing wheels
qpage260.
The effectiveness of winter tires is reduced great­
ly when
the tread is worn down to a depth of
0.157 in (4 mm). The characteristics of winter
tires also decrease greatly as the tire ages, re­
gardless
of the remaining tread.
A WARNING
1-=---Never drive faster than the maximum per-
mitted speed for your tires. This could cause
the tires to heat up too much. This increases
the risk
of an accident because it can cause
the
tire to burst.
- Always
adapt your driving to the road and
traffic conditions. Drive carefully and reduce
your speed on icy or slippery roads.
Even
winter tires can lose traction on black ice.
@ For the sake of the environment
Reinstall summer tires at the appropriate
time, because they provide better handling
when roads are free
of snow and ice. Summer
tires cause
Less road noise, tire wear and fuel
consumption.
(j) Tips
You can also use all season tires instead of
winter tires. Please note that in some coun­
tries where
winter tires are required, only
winter tires with the & symbol may be per­
mitted.
Snow chains
Snow chains not only improve the driving in win­
ter road conditions, but also the braking.
~Only install snow chains on the front wheels.
This applies also
to vehicles with all wheel
drive*.
Wheels
~Check and correct the seating of the snow
chains
after driving a few feet, if necessary. Fol­
low
the instructions from the manufacturer.
~Note the maximum speed of 30 mph (50 km/
h). Note the Local regulations.
Use of snow chains is only permitted with certain
rim/tire combinations due to technical reasons.
Check with an authori zed Audi dealer or author­
ized Audi Service Facility
to see if you may use
snow chains .
You must remove the snow chains on roads with­
out snow . Otherwise, you could impair driving
ability and damage the tires.
A WARNING
Using incorrect snow chains or installing snow
chains incorrectly
can result in loss of vehicle
control, which increases
the risk of an acci­
dent.
CD Note
- Snow chains can damage the rims/wheel
covers* if the chains come into direct con·
tact with them. Remove the wheel covers*
first. Use coated snow chains.
-
Using snow chains that add more than 0.53
in (0.53 in) of height can severely damage
the wheel housings and
other vehicle com­
ponents.
(D Tips
When using snow chains, it may be useful to
switch on sport mode ~page 88.
Low aspect ratio tires
Your Audi is factory-equipped with low aspect ra­
tio tires. These tires have been thoroughly tested
and been selected specifically
for your model for
their superb performance, road feel and handling
under a variety
of driving conditions. Ask your au­
thorized Audi dealer
for more details .
The
Low aspect ratio of these tires is indicated by
a numeral
of SS or less in the tire's size designa­
tion. The numeral represents the ratio of the
tire's sidewall height in relation to its tread width..,.
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ability to stop on wet pavement as measured un­
der controlled conditions on specified govern­
ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked
C may have poor traction performance
c) .&..
Tempera ture
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the mate­
r ial of
the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
and excess i
ve temperature can lead to sudden
tire failur e
c) .&..
The grade C corresponds to a leve l of perform ­
ance which all passenger car tires
must meet un­
der
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels
of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
A WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cor­
nering, hydroplaning or peak traction charac­
teristics.
&_WARNING
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The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
lished for a t
ire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla­
tion, or excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible t
ire failure.
&_WARNING
Temperature grades apply to tires that are
properly inflated and not over or under inflat­
ed.
Wheel s
Tire pressure monitoring
system
CD General notes
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and inflat ­
ed to
the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has
tires
of a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure la­
bel, you shou ld determine
the proper tire infla­
tion pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure tell­
tale when one or more of your tires
is significant­
ly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them
to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi ­
cantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to over­
heat and can lead to tire failure . Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect
the vehicle's handling and stop­
ping ability .
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it
is the driver's re­
spo nsibility
to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has
not reached the level
to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pres­
sure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the sys­
tem is not operating properly. The TPMS mal­
function
indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approxi­
mately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence
will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal­
function exists.
When
the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the ""'
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installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPM S
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more ti
res or whee ls on your veh icle to ensure
that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels
allow the TPMS to conti nue to functi on
p roper ly .
If the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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.
Using the ABS sensors, th e tire p ressure monitor­
i n g
system compares the tire tread circumfer­
ence and vibra tion char
acteristi cs of the individ u­
al tires.
If the pressure changes in one or more
tires,
this i s indicated in the Infotainment system
d isp lay
with an ind icator light RI and a message .
If only one tire is affected , the location of that
tire will be ind icated.
The tire pressures must be stored in the Infotain­
ment system again each time the pressu res
change (switching between partial and full load
pressure) or
after changing or replacing a tire on
your veh icle ¢ page 269. The tire pressure moni­
toring system only monitors the tire pressure you
have stored. Refe r
to the tire pressure label for
the recommended tire pressure for your veh icl e
¢page260, fig.195.
Tire tread circumference and vibration character­
istics
can change and cause a tire pressure warn­
i n g if:
-
the tire p ressure in one or more tires is too low.
-
the tire has structural damage .
-
the tire was replaced or the tire pressure was
changed and
it was not stored¢ page 269.
-the spare tire* is installed .
Indicator lights
RI-Loss of pressure in at l east one tire ¢,&.
Check
t h e tires and rep lace or r epair if necessary.
Check/correct
the p ressures of all four tires and
store
the pressure again in the Infotainment sys­
tem ¢ page 269.
268
ffim (T ire Pressure Mon itoring System) Tire
pressure: malfunction!
See owner's manual -if
m appears after switching on the ignition or
while driving and then the RI indicator light in
the instrument cluster also starts to blink for
about one minute and then stays on permanent­
ly, there
is a system malfunction . T ry to store the
cor rect tire p ressures ¢ page 269. If the indica­
tor light does turn off or turns on again after a
sho
rt per iod of time, d rive to an authori zed Aud i
dealer or
authorized Audi Servi ce Facility immedi ­
ate ly
to have the ma lfunction corrected .
.&. WARNING
-If the tire pressure indicator appears in the
display, reduce your speed immediately and
avoid any hard steering or brak ing maneu­
vers.
Stop as soon as poss ible and check the
tires and
their pressure .
- The driver is responsible
for maintain ing the
correct tire pressures . You must check the
tire pressures regularly .
-
Under certain condit ions (such as a sporty
driving style, wi
nter condit ions or unpaved
roads), the pressure
monitor indica tor may
be delayed.
-
Do not use run-flat tires on your vehicle . Us­
ing them when not perm itted can lead to
veh icle damage or accidents.
(D Tips
- The tire pressure monitoring system can al­
so stop working when there
is an ESC mal­
func tion.
-
Usi ng snow chains may result in a system
ma lfunction .
- The
tires wit h the identification "AO" or
"RO" ¢ page 2 5 7 have been matched with
your Audi tire pressu re monitor ing system .
We rec om mend that you use these tires.

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Care and cleaning
General information
Regular, proper care helps to maintain your vehi­
cle's value.
It can also be a requirement when
submitting warranty claims for corrosion damage
and
paint defects on the body .
The necessary care products
can be obtained
from your authorized Audi dealer. Read and fol­
low the instructions for use on the packaging.
A WARNING
-Using cleaning and care products incorrectly
can be dangerous to your health.
-Always store cleaning and care products out
of reach of children to reduce the risk of po i­
so
ning.
@ For the sake of the environment
- Preferably use environmentally-friendly
products when buying cleaning agents.
-
Do not dispose of leftover cleaning and care
products
with household trash.
Car washes
The longer that deposits remain on the vehicle,
the more the surface may be damaged. High
temperatures such
as those caused by sunlight
increase the damag ing effect.
Before washing, ri
nse off heavy deposits with
plenty of water.
Stubb orn depos its such
as bird droppings or tree
sap are best removed with plenty of water and a
microfiber cloth.
Also, wash
the underside of your vehicle once
road
salt stops being used for the season.
Pressure washers
When washing your vehicles with a pressure
washer, always
follow the operating instructions
provided
with the pressure washer. This is espe­
cially
important in regard to the pressure and
spraying distance.
Do not direct the stream of
cleaning solution directly onto the side window
seals, doors, luggage
compartment lid or hood,
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tires, rubber hoses, insulating material or sen­
sors *.
Keep a distance of at least 16 in (40 cm).
Do not remove snow and ice with a pressure
washer.
Never use rotary nozzles
or high pressure noz­
zles.
The
water temperature must not be above 140 °F
(60 °().
Automatic car washes
Spray off the vehicle before washing.
M a
ke su re that the windows are closed and the
windshield wipers a re off. Follow instructions
from the car was h operato r, espec ially if there
a re accessories attached
to your vehicle.
If possible, use car washes that do not have
b rushes.
Washing by hand
Clean the vehicle starting from the top and work­
ing down using a soft sponge or cleaning brush.
Use solvent-free cleaning products.
Washing vehicles with matte finish paint by
hand
To avoid damaging the paint when washing, first
remove dust and large particles from your vehi­
cle. Insects, grease spots and fingerprints are
bes t removed
with a special cleaner for matte
finish paint.
Apply th e p roduct using a microfiber cloth. To
avoid damagin g t he paint surface, do not use too
much pressu re.
Rinse the vehicle thorough ly with water. Then
cl e
an using a neutral shampoo and a soft micro ­
fiber cloth .
R i
nse the vehicle thoroughly again and let it air
dry. Remove any water residue using a shammy.
A WARNING
-Only wash the vehicle when the ignition is
off and follow the instructions from the car
wash operator
to reduce the risk of acci­
dents.

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Component Situation Solution
Textiles Deposits adhering to the Vacuum cleaner
a rt ificial leat her , surface
Alc an tara Water-based deposits such Absorbent cloth and mild soap solu tion3>
as coffee, tea, b lood, etc.
O il-based
deposits such as Apply a mild soap solutio n a), blot away the dis-
oil,
make- up, etc. solved oil or dye, treat afterward with water, if nee-
essary
Special deposits such as ink, Special stain remover, blot with absorbent materi-
nail polish, latex paint, shoe al, treat afterward with mild soap solution, if neces-
polish, etc.
sary a)
Natural leather Fresh stains Wool cloth w ith a mild soap solutiona )
Water-based deposits such fresh stains: absorbent cloth
as coffee, tea, blood, etc. dried stains: stain remover suitable for leather
Oil-based deposits su ch as Fresh stains: absorbent cloth and stain remover
oil, make-up, etc. suitable for leather
Dried stains: grease dissolving spray
Specia l deposits such as ink, Spot remover suitable for leather
na il polish, latex paint, shoe
polish, etc.
Care Regularly apply conditioning cream that protects
from light and penetrates into the material. Use
specially-colored conditioning cream, if necessary .
Carbon parts Deposits clean the same way as plastic parts
al M ild soap sol u tion: max im um two tablespoons of ne u tra l soap in 1 quart(! liter) of water
A WARNING
The windshield may not be treated with wa­
ter-repelling windshield coating agents. Un­
favorable conditions such as wetness, dark­
ness, or low sun can result in increased glare.
Wiper blade chatter is also possib le.
@ Note
-Headlights /tail lights
-Never clean headlights or tail lights with a
dry
cloth or sponge.
-Do not use any cleaning product that con­
tains a lcohol, because they could cause
cracks to form.
-Wheels
- Never use any paint polish or other abra-
sive materials.
- I
-Damage to the protective layer on the
rims such as stone chips or scratches must
be repaired immediately.
-Doo r window s
-Remove snow and ice on windows and ex-
terior mirrors with a plastic scraper. To
avoid scratches, move the scraper only in
one direction a nd not back and forth.
- Neve r remove snow or ice from door win­
dows and mirrors us ing warm o r hot water
beca u
se this could cause cracks to form.
- To avoid damage to the rear window de­
fogger, do not apply any stickers on the
heating wires on the inside of the window.
- De corati ve parts/trim
- Never use chrome care or cleaning prod-
ucts.
-Paint
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Emergency assistance
General information
"'Park th e vehicle as far as possible from moving
traffic in the event of a flat tire. In the event of
a flat tire, park the vehicle on a level surface. It
you are on a steep incline, be especially careful.
"'Set the parking brake.
"'Place the selector lever in the P position.
"'Switch the emergency flashers on.
"'Have the passengers exit the vehicle. They
should move to a safe place, for example be­
hind a
guard rail.
A WARNING
Follow the steps given above. This is for your
protection and the for the safety of other driv­
ers.
Equipment
Vehicle tool kit/tire mobility kit/
compressor
Fig. 196 Luggage compartment: cargo floo r closed
The vehicle tool kit, tire mobility kit and com­
pressor are stored in the luggage compartment
u nder the ca rgo floor cover.
"'Push on the plastic handle and lift up the cargo
floor.
"'Open the cargo floor.
Completely retract the vehicle jack arm before
storing the vehicle jack* .
A WARNING
Improper use of the vehicle jack can ca use se­
rious personal inju ries .
Emergency assistance
- Never use the screw driver hex head to
tighten wheel bolts, since the bolts cannot
attain the necessary tightening torque if you
use the hex head, potentially causing an ac­
cide nt.
- The
factory-supplied jack is intended only
for your vehicle model. Under no circum­
stances should it be used to lift heavy
vehicles or other loads; you risk injuring
yourself.
- Never
start the engine when the vehicle is
raised, which could cause an accident.
-Support the vehicle securely with a ppropri­
ate stands if wo rk is to be performed under­
neat h the vehicle; otherwise, there is a po­
tential risk for injury.
- Never
use the jack supplied with your Audi
on another veh icle, particularly on a heavier
one. The jack is only suitable for use on the
vehicle it came with.
(D Tips
The vehicle jack* in your vehicle is mainte­
nance-free.
Tire mobility kit
Preparation
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobili ty kit
"' Read and follow the important safety precau­
tions<=> page 2 75, General information.
"' Select the P position .
"' Check if a repair with the tire mobility kit is pos­
sible ¢page 275.
Using the tire mobility kit
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility k it
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ig. 1 97 Tire : tire damage that cannot be repaired
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The tire repair is only meant for temporary use.
Change the spare tire as soon as possible ¢.&..
If the tire is pierced by an object such as a nail ,
do not remove the object from the tire.
The
tire mobility kit is able to be used at temper­
atures as low as - 4 °F (-20 °C).
The tire mobility kit may not be used:
-
If the t ire has cuts or punctures that are larger
than 0 .1 6 in (4 mm) CD¢ fig. 197.
-if the rim is damaged@ .
- if you drove
with very Low tire pressure or with-
out air in the tire@.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for
assistance in these situations.
& WARNING
- Please
note that the tire mobility kit cannot
be used i n all situations, and that it may on­
ly be used temporarily.
- The
tire sealant must not come in contact
with skin, eyes, or clothes.
-If tire sealant gets in your eyes or on your
skin, thoroughly rinse the affected area im­
mediately w ith clean water.
-Do not inhale the fumes.
-If you swallow any of the tir e sealant, thor-
oughly rinse your mouth immediately and
drink a lot of water. Do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
-
Change your clothes immediately if they get
tire sealant on them.
-If an allerg ic reaction occurs, seek immedi­
ate medical attention.
-Keep the tire sealant away from children .
@ Tips
-
If sealant Leak s, allow it to dry in place. You
can then peel it off like a sticker.
- Note
the expiration date on the sealant bot­
tle. Replace the tire sealant at an author­
ized Audi dealer or authorized Aud i Service
Facility.
- Radio reception
can be interrupted when
operating the compressor*.
-
Obey all laws.
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Repairing tires
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit
Fig. 198 Compo nents of the tire mobility kit
Fig. 199 Tire mobility ki t connection
Requirement: the tire mobility kit must be laid
out and ready for use ¢page 2 75.
Installing the tire mobility
kit
... Open the cover @ on the compressor
¢fig. 198.
... Remove the connector© and pressure hose®
with
pressure gauge from the housing.
... Install the compressor pressure hose® onto
the flange@ of tire sealant bottle@ .
.,. Insert the sealant bottle with the flange at the
bottom into the opening @ on the compressor
cover .
... Remove the valve cap from the faulty tire.
... Install th e fille r hose@onto the valve (j)
¢ fig. 199.
... Connect the plug ©<=> fig. 198 to a socket in
the vehicle .
.,. Switch on the ignition .
Inflating a tire
... Move the switch @ ¢fig. 199 on the compres-
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.,. Inflate the tire to between 29 psi (200 kPA)
and 36 psi (2SO kPA) and read the pressure on
the gauge.
... If this tire pressure is not reached, remove the
filler hose. Drive slowly approximately 33 ft
(!Om) forward or in reverse so that the sealant
can be distributed in the tire. Pump up the tire
again Q ,&..
A WARNING
-Read and follow the manufacturer's safety
precautions on the compressor and in
the
instructions on the bottle of sealant.
-If a tire pressure of 29 psi (200 kPA) cannot
reached
after inflating for 6 minutes, then
the
tire i s too severely damaged . Do not
continue driving.
-If the tire cannot be repaired with the tire
sealant, see an authorized Audi dealer or au­
thorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance .
(D Tips
Do not operate the compressor for more than
6 minutes continuously, or it can overheat.
Once the compressor has cooled, you can con­
tinue
to use it.
Completing
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit
.,. Adhere the sticker that says "max. SO mph
(max. 80 km/h)" that is provided with the tire
mobility kit within the driver's field of vision .
.,. Stop the vehicle after driving for about 10 mi­
nutes and check th e tire pressure.
.,. If the ti re pressure is lower than 19 psi (130
kPA), then the tire is too severely damaged. Do
not continue driving.
A WARNING
If the tire pressure is less than 19 psi
(130 kPA) after 10 minutes of driving, then
the tire is too severely damaged. Do not con­
tinue driving.
See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis­
tance.
Emergency assistance
A WARNING
"" Pay attention to the following after repairing
the tire:
-Do not drive faster than SO mph (80 km/h).
- Avoid hard acceleration, braking sharply,
and
fast cornering.
- The vehicle may become more
difficult to
control.
-
If the tire is too severely damaged, see an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility
for assistance.
@ For the sake of the environment
You can give the used tire sealant bottle to an
authorized Audi deale r or authorized Audi
Service
Facility for disposal.
(D Tips
Remember to obtain a new bottle of sealant
from an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility
after repairing a tire.
Replacing wheels
Before changing a wheel
Observe the following precautions for your own
and
your passenger 's safety when changing a
wheel.
.,. After you experience a tire failure, pull the car
well away from moving traffic and try to reach
level ground before you stop Q .&_.
.,. All passengers should leave the car and move
to a safe location (for instance, behind the
guardra il)
Q & .
... Engag e the parking brake to prevent your vehi­
cle
from rolling unintentionally Q ,&..
... Move selector lever to position P Q ,&..
.,. Take the jack Q page 2 75 and the spare tire
Q page 283 out of the luggage compartment.
A WARNING
You or your passengers could be injured while
changing a wheel
if you do not follow these
safety precautions:
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