Driving
When not being used, a roof rack should be removed to decrease the wind resistance of the ve
hicle. You will save approximately 12% of your
fuel when at speeds from 62- 7 5 mph
(100-120 km/h) .
Save energy
The engine drives the generator, which generates
electricity ; the fuel consumption also increases
with the demand for electricity. Therefore, switch electrical equipment off when you no longer
need it. Examples of equipment that uses a lot of
energy are air blowers at a high setting, the rear
window defogger and seat heating* .
@ Note
Do not leave engine idling unattended after
starting. If warning lights should come on to
ind icate improper operation, they would go
unheeded. Extended idling also produces
heat, which could result in overheating or
other damage to the vehicle or other proper-
ty.
@ Note
- Have your vehicle maintained properly and
in accordance with the service recommenda
tions in your Warranty
& Maintenance book
let. Lack of proper maintenance as well as
improper use of the vehicle will impair the
function of the emission control system and
could lead to damage.
- Do not alter or remove any component of
the Emission Control System unless ap proved by the manufacturer .
- Do not alter or remove any device , such as
heat shields, switches, ignition wires,
valves, which are designed to protect your
vehicle's Emission Control System and other important vehicle components .
@ Tips
The consumption estimates as published by
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) and Transport Canada may not corre
spond to your actual consumption on the
road, which will vary depending upon vehicle
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load and speed, road and weather conditions ,
trip length, etc.
Steering
Manual steering wheel position adjustment
Applies to: vehicles with manual steering wheel adjustment
The steering wheel posi tion is adjustable up and
down and forward and back .
Fig. 75 Lever on th e stee ring column
.,. Pull the lever in the direction of the arrow
~A -
... Bring the steering wheel into the desired posi
tion .
.,. Push the lever against the steering column un
til it is secure.
A WARNING
Improper use of steering wheel adjustment
and improper seating position can cause seri
ous personal injury.
-Adjust the steering wheel column only when
the vehicle is not moving to prevent loss of
vehicle control.
-Adjust the driver's seat or steering wheel so
that there is a minimum of 10 in (25 cm)
between your chest and the steering wheel
~page 126, fig. 138. If you cannot main
tain this minimum distance, the airbag sys
tem cannot protect you properly .
- If physical limitations prevent you from sit
ting 10 in (25 cm) or more from the steer
ing wheel, check with your authorized Audi
dealer to see if adaptive equipment is avail-
able.
.,.
Ti re rotation
Rotating the tires regularly is rec
ommended to ensure the tires
wear evenly. To rotate the t ires,
install the tires from the rear axle
on the front axle and vice versa.
This will allow the tires to have
approximately the same length of
service life.
For unidirectional tires , make
sure the tires are installed accord i ng to the running direction indi
cated on the tire sidewall
¢page 231.
Hidden damage
Damage to tires and rims can of
ten occur in locations that are hidden. Unusual vibrations in the
vehicle or pulling to one side may indicate that there is tire damage.
Reduce your speed immediately.
Check the tires for damage. If no
damage is visible from the out
side, dr ive slowly and carefully to
the nearest authorized Audi deal er or authorized Audi Service Fa
cility to have the vehicle inspect
ed.
A WARNING , ~ -
o Tread that has worn too low or co ...
~ different tread depths on the
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tires can reduce driving safety.
This can increase the risk of an accident because it has a nega
tive effect on handling, driving
through curves, and braking, and because it increases the
risk of hydroplaning when driv
ing through deep puddles.
Tire pressure
Fig. 187 Driver's side 8-pillar : tire pres
sur e label
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Fig. 188 Tire pressur e label
The correct tire pressure for tires
mounted in the factory and for
the spare tire* is indicated on a la
bel. The label is located on the B-
p illar
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211
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Technical data
Vehicle specifications
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Fig. 21 4 Vehicle ident ifica tion labe l
Vehicle Ident ifi cation Number (VIN )
The VIN number is located in the following pla
ces :
-In the Infotainment system: select: the !CARI
function button > (C ar) * systems contro l but
ton
> Se rvice & control > VIN numbe r.
-On the vehicle identification label
Dimensions
0
0
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Technical data
-At the front behind the windshield *
Vehicle identification label
The vehicle identif ication label ~ fig. 214 is loca t·
ed in the luggage compartment unde r the cargo
floor cover.
The veh icle identification label informat ion can
also be found in the Warranty and Maintenance
booklet .
The sticker contains the follow ing vehicle data :
© Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
@ Vehicle type, eng ine output, transm ission
@ Engine and transmission codes
@ Paint and interior codes
® Optional equipment numbers
Notes about technical
data
T he values may vary based on special equipment
as well as market-specif ic equipment and meas
uring methods .
Please note that the specific ations listed in the
vehicle documen tat ion a lways take precedence.
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Missing techni cal data was not ava ilable at
the time of pr int ing.
Length (in (mm )) Width (in (mm ))
Width across the Height at curb
mirrors (in (mm )) weight (in (mm))
A6 sedan 194.2 (4,932) 73.8 (1,874) 82.1 (2,086) 5 7 .8 (1,468)
56 sedan 194.4 (4,937) 73 .8
(1 ,874) 82.1 (2,086) 56.8 (1,443)
Capacities
Approximate capaci -
ties
Fuel tank 19.8 gal (75.0 L)
Windsh ield washer system 3.7 qt (3.5 L)
Windsh ield and headlight washer system* 5.2 qt (4.9 L)
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