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-There is no vehicle stabilization when ESC/
ASR are switched off.
(D Tips
-When the cruise control system is switched
on, ESC/ ASR cannot be switched off or sport
mode cannot
be switched on.
- Malfunctions in the rear spoiler
or the Audi
magnetic ride may make
it impossible to
switch the ESC/ ASR off or to switch sport
mode on.
Brakes
New brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braking
effect during the first 250 mi (400 km) . They
must be "broken in" first. However, you can com
pensate
for the slightly reduced braking force by
pressing
firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy
braking during the break-in period.
Wear
Brake pad wear depends largely on the way the
vehicle is driven and on operating conditions.
This is especially true
if you are driving frequently
in
the city and on curves or with a sporty driving
style.
Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the
speed, braking force and outside conditions such
as temperature and humidity.
Effect of water and road salt
In certain situations, for example after driving
through water, in heavy
rain, after overnight con
densation
or after washing your car, the braking
effect can be reduced by moisture or ice on the
brake rotors and brake pads. The brakes
must be
"dried" first with a few careful brake applica
tions.
At higher speeds and with the windshield wipers
turned
on, the brake pads press against the brake
rotors
for a short amount of time. This action
which is
not felt by the driver happens at regular
Intelligent Technology
intervals and facilitates a better reaction time for
the brakes in wet weather.
T
he braking effect can also be reduced if you are
driving on salted roads and you do
not apply the
brakes for Long periods of time. The Layer of salt
on the brake rotors and pads must be worn off
first when the brakes are applied.
Corrosion
Leaving the vehicle parked for Long periods of
time, Low mileage and avoiding heavy braking
can contribute
to corrosion on the brake rotors
and
dirty brake pads.
If you usually avoid heavy braking or ifthere is
corrosion present, occasiona l heavy braking
at
high speeds is recommended to clean the brake
rotors and
pads¢.&..
Brake system malfunction
if you notice that the brake pedal travel has sud
denly gotten Larger, then a brake circuit may have
failed. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or au
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
the problem corrected. On the way there, drive
with reduced speed and keep in mind that a Long
braking distance and increased pressure on the
brake pedal will be necessary.
Low brake fluid level
When the brake fluid Level is Low, malfunctions in
the brake system may occur. The brake fluid Level
is electronically monitored.
Brake booster
The brake booster amplifies the pressure you ap
ply to the brake pedal. It only works when the en
gine is running.
A WARNING
-New brake pads do not achieve their full
braking effect during the first 250 mi
(400 km). They must be "broken in" first.
However, you
can compensate for the
slightly reduced braking force by pressing
firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy brak-
ing during
the break-in period. ~
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-Only apply the brakes for the purpose of
cleaning the brake system when road and
traffic conditions permit. You must not en
danger other road users. This increases the
risk of an accident.
-
On steep slopes, reduce the speed and se
lect a lower gear or lower selector lever po
sition . Drive
as little as possible while press
ing the brake pedal and avoid putting your
left foot on the brake pedal while driving.
This could
cause the brakes to overheat and
impair the efficiency of the brakes.
-
Do not let the brakes "grind" by always
keeping
your foot on the brake pedal. This
can
cause the brakes to over heat, increase
wear and increase brak ing distance u nneces
sari ly.
-
Certa in weather and operating cond it io ns
such as driving through water, driving in
heavy rain or driving after washing your ve
hicle
can impair the effectiveness of the
brakes. In the winter, ice may build up on
the brake pads, rotors and drums. Check
these components by braking carefully. Ap
plying
the brakes carefully several times
dries the brakes and removes ice build-up.
- The efficiency
of the brakes can also be im
paired by driving
for long stretches on roads
covered with salt without using the brakes.
You can remove salt deposits from the
brake rotors and pads by carefully applying
the brakes several times.
-If the front spoiler is damaged or you install
another spoiler, make sure the front wheel
brakes are ventilated properly. Otherwise,
the brake system could overheat, wh ic h re
duces
thei r effectiveness.
- Failure
of a brake circuit impairs braking
performance, which increases braking dis
tance.
Avoid driving the vehicle and have it
towed it to the nearest authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
- Never
let the vehicle roll while the engine is
stopped because this increases the risk of an
accident.
-
If the brake booster is not working, you will
have
to press much harder on the brake
90
pedal to compensate for the lack of the
booster.
@ Note
-Never let the brakes "rub" by pressing the
pedal lightly when braking is not really nec
essary. This
causes the brakes to overheat
and increases braking distance and causes
wear.
- Before driving a long
distance on a steep
slope, decrease your speed and select a low
er driving gear. This makes use of the en
gine braking effect and relieves the brakes.
If you need to brake additionally, brake in
interva ls and not continuously.
(D Tips
-Ifthe brake booster is not work ing, you
must press the brake pedal w ith much more
force than normal.
-
If you retrofit your vehicle with a front spoil
er wheel covers or similar items, make sure '
that the air flow to the front wheels is not
interrupted. Otherwise the brake system
can become too hot.
Electromechanical
steering
The electromechanical steering supports the
driver's steering movements.
Power steering adapts electronically based on
the vehicle speed.
Indicator lights and messages
• Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
If this indicator light turns on and stays on and
this message appears, the power steering may
have failed.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as pos
sible.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
assistance.
i:t-D Steering: malfunction! You may continue
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-The auxiliary radiator fan switches on auto
matically when the engine coolant reaches a
certain temperature and will continue to run
until the coolant temperature drops.
Brake fluid
Checking brake fluid level
Fig. 188 Engine compartment: cover on the brake fluid
reservoir
Before you check anything in the engine compart
ment, always read and heed all WARNINGS
¢page 236.
~ Read the brake fluid level from the brake fluid
reservo ir ¢ fig. 188, ¢page 238, fig. 184. The
brake fluid level must be between the "MIN"
and "MAX" markings.
The location
of the brake fluid reservoir can be
seen in the engine compartment illustration
¢page238.
The fluid level may drop slightly after some time
due to the automatic adjustment of the brake
pads. This is not cause for alarm.
If the brake fluid level falls considerably below
the "MIN" mark, the brake warning/indicator
light .. (U.S. models) I. (Canadian models)
will come on ¢ page 11. Do not continue to oper
ate the vehicle. The complete brake system
should be thoroughly checked by an authorized
Audi dealer or other qualified facility and the
cause corrected. Ifthe brake fluid level is too
low, the brake warning/indicator light will illumi
nate. Contact an authorized Audi dealer immedi
ately.
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Changing brake fluid
Have the brake fluid changed by an experienced
technician .
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. If the
water content in the brake fluid is too high, cor
rosion in
the brake system may result after ape
riod of time. The boiling point of the brake fluid
will
also decrease considerably and decrease
braking performance.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be changed every
two years. Always use new brake fluid which con
forms to Federal Motor Vehicle Standard "FMVSS
116 DOT 4".
The brake fluid reservoir can be difficult to reach,
therefore, we recommend that you have the
brake fluid changed by your authorized Audi
dealer. Your dealer has the correct tools, the
right brake fluid and the know-how to do this for
you.
8._ WARNING
- Brake fluid is poisonous. It must be stored
only in the closed original container out of
the reach of children!
-Brake failure can result from old or inappro
priate brake fluid. Observe these precau
tions:
-Use only brake fluid that meets SAE speci
fication
J 1703 and conforms to Federal
Motor Vehicle Standard 116. Always check
with
your authorized Audi dealer to make
sure you are using the correct brake fluid.
The
correct type of brake f lui d is also ind i
cated on the brake fluid reservoir .
- The
brake fluid must be new. Heavy use of
the brakes can cause a vapor lock if the
brake fluid is left in the system too long.
This
can seriously affect the efficiency of
the brakes as well as your safety. This
could
result in an accident.
CD Note
Brake flu id will damage the paint of your veh i-
cle .
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Because of the problem of proper disposal of
brake fluid as well as the special tools re
quired
and the ne cessary expertise, we rec
ommend that you have the brake fluid
changed by your authorized Audi dealer.
Battery
General information
The battery in your Audi does not need any main
tenance under normal operating conditions. Audi
recommends having the electrolyte level check
by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility
when there are high outside tem
peratures or when driving all day. The electrolyte
level should also be checked each time the bat
tery is charged ~page 247.
Have the battery checked when you bring your ve
hicle
in for an inspection . It is a good idea to re
place
the battery if it is more than S years old.
Sometimes when the airbags deploy, the battery
will be disconnected from the vehicle electrical
system for safety reasons ~.&in Repair, care
and disposal
of the airbags on page 203.
Disconnecting the battery
The battery should not be disconnected. Several
vehicle functions (power windows, for
example)
will be lost when the battery is disconnected. The
functions must be reprogrammed after connect
ing the battery. To avo id this, the battery should
only be disconnected from the vehicle electrica l
system when it is absolutely necessary.
Not running the vehicle for long periods of
time
If you do not drive your vehicle for several days or
weeks, electrical consumers are gradually scaled
back
or switched off. This reduces energy use and
ensures the vehicle will be able to start after long
periods of time~ page 92. Some convenience
functions, su ch
as interior lighting or power seat
adjustment, may not be available under certain
circumstances. These convenience functions will
be available again once you switch
the ignition on
and start the engine.
Checking and Filling
Winter operation
A lot of stress is placed on the battery during
cold weather, which results in reduced starting
ability. Have the battery checked and recharged if
necessary
before the cold weather begins.
A WARNING
- Work on the battery requires expert know l
edge. Contact an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility for informa
tion regarding the vehicle battery. There is a
risk for chemical
burns or explosions.
- Never
open the vehicle battery. Do not try to
change the battery electrolyte level. Other
wise explosive
gas will escape from the bat
tery and increase the risk of an exp losion. ___ ....J
Working on the battery
Be especially careful when working on or near
the battery.
The battery is located in the luggage compart
ment under the floor . Before you check anything
in the luggage compartment, read and heed all
WARNINGS~_&.
Always heed the safety warnings , when working
on
the vehicle battery or the vehicle electrical
system to prevent injury.
The following WARNINGS are very important
when working on the battery:
Always heed the following WARNING SYM-
BOLS and safety precautions when working on
the battery.
®
Always wear eye protection.
&
Battery acid contain s sulfuric acid. Al-
ways wear gloves and
eye protection .
@
No
- sparks
- flames
- smoking.
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from sharp metal components when wash
ing th e underbody or the inside of the wheel
housings.
- After
washing the vehicle, the brak ing effect
may be delayed due to moisture on the
brake rotors or ice in the w inter. The brakes
must be dried first w ith a few careful brake
applications.
CD Note
-If you wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash, yo u must retract the extendable rear
spoiler* if necessary, and fold the exterior
mirrors in to red uce the risk of damage.
Power folding exterior mirrors* must on ly
be fol
ded in and ou t u sing the power folding
function.
-
To p reve nt paint d amage, d o not wash th e
vehicle in dir
ect sunlight.
Care and cleaning
- To red uce the risk of damage to the surface,
do
not use insect removing sponges, kitchen
sponges or s imilar items.
-
Matte finish painted veh icle components:
-To reduce the risk of damage to the sur-
face, do not use polishing agents or hard
wax.
- Never u
se protective wax. It can destroy
the matte finish effect.
-
Do not place any stickers or magnetic
signs on vehicle parts painted with matte
finish paint. The paint could be damaged
when the stickers or magnets are re
moved .
@ For the sake of the environment
Only wash the vehicle in facilities sp ec ia ll y de
signed for that pu rpose. This will reduce the
risk of dirty water contamina ted with oil from
entering the sewer sys tem.
Cleaning and care information
When cleaning and ca ring for individua l vehicle
components, refer to the follow ing tables. The
information contained there is simply recom
mendations. For q uestions or for components
that are not listed, consult an authoriz e d Audi
de a
ler or authorized Audi Service Facility. Also
f o ll
ow the informa tion found in~.&..
Ext erior cleaning
Component Situation Solution
Windshield wiper Deposits ~poge42
blades
Headlights /
Deposits Soft sponge with
a mild soap solutiona)
Tail lights
Sensors
Deposits soft cloth with solvent-free clean ing solution
Snow/ice Hand brush/solvent
-free de-icing spray
Wheels Road salt Water
Brake dust Acid-free special cleaning sol u tion
E x haust tail p ipes Road salt Water, clean ing solution suitable for stainless steel, if nee -
essary
Decorative parts/ Deposits Mild soap solution a>, a cleaning solution suitable for stain-
trim less steel, if necessary
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-If you have a flat tire, move a safe distance
off the road. Turn off the engine, turn the
emergency flashers on and use other warn
ing devices to alert other motorists.
-Make sure that passengers wait in a safe
place away from the vehicle and well away
from the road and traffic.
-
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
suddenly and possibly slipping off the jack,
always fully
set the parking brake and block
the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel be
ing changed. When one front wheel is lifted
off the ground, placing the Automatic
Transmission in P (Park) will not prevent the
vehicle from moving.
- Before you
change a wheel, be sure the
ground is level and firm. If necessary, use a
sturdy board under the jack.
- Always
store the veh icle tool k it, the jack
and the replaced tire in the luggage com
partment¢ page 176.
Changing a wheel
When you change a wheel, follow the sequence
described
below step-by-step and in exactly that
order .
1. Remove the decorative wheel co ver*. For
more de tails see also¢ page 2 78, Decora
tive wheel covers or c::> page 2 79, Wheels
with wheel bolt caps.
2. Loosen the wheel bolts ¢page 2 79.
3. Locate the proper mounting point for the
jack and align the jack below that point
c::>page280.
4. Raise the car with the jack c::> page 280.
5. Remove the wheel with the flat tire and then
install the s pare ¢ page 281.
6. Tighten all wheel bolts lightly.
7.
Lower the veh icle with the jack .
8. Use the wheel bolt wrench and firml y tighten
all wheel bolts ¢page 279.
9. Replace the decorative wheel cover*.
278
A WARNING
Always read and follow all WARNINGS and in
formation c::> .& in Raising the vehicle on
page
280 and c::>page 282.
After changing a wheel
A wheel change is not complete without the do
ing the following.
.. Always store the vehicle tool kit, the jack* and
the replaced tire in the luggage compartment
c::>page 176.
.. Check the tire pressu re on the spare wheel im
mediately after mounting it.
.,. As soon as possib le, have the tightening tor
que s on all wheel bolts checked with a torque
wrench. The correct tightening torque is 90 ft
lb (120 Nm).
.. Have the flat t ire replac ed as soon as possible .
(0 Tips
-If you notice tha t the wheel bolts are cor
roded and difficult to turn while changing a
t ire,
they s hou ld be replaced before you
check
the tightening torque.
- Drive
at reduced speed unti l yo u have the
tightening torques checked.
-
After changing a wheel, the tire pressure in
all four tires must be checked/corrected and
the tire pressure monitoring indicator must
be stored in the Infotainment c::> page 269.
Decorative wheel covers
Gilt for: with decorative wheel covers
The decorative wheel covers must be removed
first to access the wheel bolts.
Fig. 200 Changing a w heel: Removing th e w heel cover
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-To help prevent injury to yourself and your
passengers:
-Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure
the jack is securely engaged.
-Passengers must not remain in the vehicle
when it is jacked up.
- Make
sure that passengers wait in a safe
place away from the vehicle and well away
from
the road and traffic.
- Make
sure jack position is correct, adjust
as necessary and then continue to raise
the jack.
- Changes
in temperature or load can affect
the height of the vehicle.
CD Note
Do not lift the vehicle by the sill. Position the
vehicle jack only at the designated lifting
points on the sill. Otherwise, your vehicle will
be damaged.
Taking the wheel off/installing the spare
Follow these instructions step-by-step for chang
ing the wheel.
Fig. 205 Chang ing a wheel: using the screwdr ive r handle
(with
the b lade remo ved) to turn the bolts
Fig. 206 Changing a wheel: alignme nt pin inside the top
hole
Emergency assistance
After you have loosened all wheel bolts and
raised
the vehicle off the ground, remove and re
place
the wheel as follows:
Removing the wheel
.... Use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver
handle
to completely remove the topmost
wheel bolt and set it aside on a clean surface
¢fig. 205.
.... Screw the threaded end of the alignment pin
from the tool kit hand-tight into the empty bolt
hole ¢fig. 206.
.,. Then remove the other wheel bolts as described
above .
.,. Take off the wheel leaving the alignment pin in
the bolt hole ~CD.
Putting on the compact spare wheel
... Lift the spare wheel and carefully slide it over
the alignment pin to guide it in place ¢(0.
... Use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver
handle to screw in and tighten all wheel bolts
slightly .
.,. Remove the alignment pin and insert and tight
en the remaining wheel bolt slightly like the
rest .
.... Turn the jack handle counter-clockwise to lower
the vehicle until the jack is fully released .
.... Use the wheel bolt wrench to tighten all wheel
bolts firmly ¢ page 2 79. Tighten them cross
wise,
from one bolt to the (approximately) op
posite one, to keep the wheel centered.
CD Note
When removing or installing the wheel, the
rim could hit the brake rotor and damage the
rotor. Work carefully and have a second per
son help you.
@ Tips
Never use the hexagonal socket in the handle
of the screwdriver to loosen or tighten the
wheel bolts.
-Pull the reversible blade from the screwdriv
er before you use the hexagonal socket in
the handle to turn the wheel bolts.
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Interior fuse assignment
Fig. 211 Vehicle interior: fuse assignment
No. Equipment
Fl Powe r top control module (Roadster)
F2
Power top control module (Roadster)
F3 ESC control module
F4 Central computer processor (MIB-2)
FS Gateway
F6
Anti-theft alarm system
Climate control system, selector lever (au-
F7 tomatic transmission), parking heater,
rear window heater relay coil
Diagnosis,
electr ical parking brake switch,
F8
light switch, rain/light sensor, inter ior
lighting
F9
Steering column switch module
FlO Display
Fll Haldex clutch
F12 MMI area
Fl3 Adaptive dampers control module
F14 Climate control system blower
FlS Electronic steering column l ock
Fl6
MMI components, safety belt microphone
(Roadster)
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No . Equipment
Fl7 Instrument cluster
Fl8 Rearview camera
F19 Convenience key system control module
F20 Power lumbar support adjustment
F22
Front passenger's side upper cabin heating
(Roadster)
F23 Right
exterior lighting, on-board computer
(right)
F25 Door/driver's
side doors (for example pow-
er windows)
F26 Seat heating
F28 AMI High media port
F29 On-board computer
F31 Left on-board computer
F32
Driver assistance systems
F33
Airbag
Socket relay, interior sound, back-up light
F34 switch, temperature sensor, oil level sen-
sor
Diagnosis, headlight range control system,
F35 air quality sensor, automatic dimming
rearview mirror
F36 Right cornering light I right LED-headlight
F37 Left
cornering light I left LED-headlight
F38
Engine control module, ESC control mod-
ule
F39
Door/front passenger's side doors (for ex-
ample, power windows)
F40 Cigarette lighter, sockets
F41 SCR relay and delivery unit
F42 Central locking area
F43 On-board computer
F45 Power adjustable driver's side seat
F46
Driver's side upper cabin heating (Road-
ster)
F49 Starter, clutch sensor
FSO ESC valves
FS3 Rear window defogger
The
power seats* are protected via circuit break
ers that automatically switch on after a few sec
onds after the overload has been reduced.