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Wheels
check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving ona 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-
sponsibility 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
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure
that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
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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, the tire pressure monitor-
ing system compares the tire tread circumference
and vibration characteristics of the individual
tires. If the pressure changes in one or more
tires, this is indicated in the instrument cluster
display with an indicator light @ and a message.
If only one tire is affected, the location of that
tire will be indicated.
The tire pressures must be stored again each
time you change the pressures (switching be-
tween partial and full load pressure) or after
changing or replacing a tire on your vehicle
=> page 262. The tire pressure monitoring system
only monitors the tire pressure you have stored.
Refer to the tire pressure label for the recom-
mended tire pressure for your vehicle
=> page 253, fig. 165.
Tire tread circumference and vibration character-
istics can change and cause a tire pressure warn-
ing if:
— The tire pressure in one or more tires is too low
— The tires have structural damage
— The tire was replaced or the tire pressure was
changed and it was not stored > page 262
— Tires that are only partially used are replaced
with new tires
Indicator lights
@ - Loss of pressure in at least one tire > A\.
Check the tires and replace or repair if necessary.
Check and correct the pressures of all four tires
and store the pressure again > page 262.
is (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Tire pres-
sure: malfunction! See owner's manual. If i
appears after switching the ignition on or while
driving and the @ indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster blinks for approximately one minute
and then stays on, there is system malfunction.
Try to store the correct tire pressures
= page 262. In some cases, you must drive for
several minutes after storing the pressures until
the indicator light turns off. If the indicator light
does turn off or turns on again after a short peri-
od of time, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the malfunction corrected.
ZX WARNING
— If the tire pressure indicator appears in the
display, reduce your speed immediately and
avoid any hard steering or braking
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Emergency assistance
— The vehicle must not be tow started for
technical reasons.
@ Tips
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 153 when
loading the vehicle onto a vehicle carrier,
train, ship,
or other type of transportation,
or when towing the vehicle. This can prevent
an undesired intervention from the pre
sense* system.
— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 276.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 277,
=> page 278.
> Make sure the towing cable is not twisted. Oth-
erwise it could disconnect from the towing loop
while towing.
> Switch the emergency flashers on in both vehi-
cles > page 46. However, do not do this if it
prohibited by law.
Towing vehicle (front)
> Only start to drive when the towing cable is
taut.
> Press the brake pedal very carefully.
> Avoid sudden braking or driving maneuvers.
Vehicle being towed (rear)
> Make sure the ignition is switched on so that
the steering wheel is not locked and so that you
can use the turn signals, the horn, and the
windshield wipers if needed > A\.
> The brake booster only operates when the igni-
tion is switched on. Power steering only works
when the ignition is switched on and the vehicle
is rolling ). If the brake booster and power
steering are not functioning, you must press
D_ Requirement: the vehicle battery must have a sufficient
charge level.
the brake pedal much harder and use more
force to steer.
> Release the parking brake > page 93.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.
ZA\ WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical
power.
Front towing loop
Fig. 177 Front bumper: installing the towing loop
The threaded opening for the towing loop is lo-
cated on the right side of the front bumper.
> Remove the towing loop from the vehicle tool
kit > page 269.
> Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
=> fig. 177. The cap will loosen from the bump-
er.
> Tighten the towing loop in the threaded open-
ing until it stops and then tighten it with a
wheel wrench.
> After using, place the towing loop back in the
vehicle tool kit.
ZA WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be
pulled out when towing the vehicle and result
in an accident.
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Accessories and technical changes
Technical Modifications
Interference with electronic components, their
software, the wiring, and data transfer may cause
malfunctions. Because of the way electronic com-
ponents are interconnected, such malfunctions
can also impair systems that are not directly in-
volved. This means that you risk both a substan-
tial reduction in the operational safety of your ve-
hicle and increased wear of vehicle components.
Some convenience functions, such as the conven-
ience turn signal function, individual door open-
ing function, and displays, can be reprogrammed
using special workshop equipment. If functions
are reprogrammed, the information and descrip-
tions about these functions in this Owner's Man-
ual may no longer apply to the changed func-
tions. Audi recommends that an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility perform
and verify any reprogramming procedures.
Z\ WARNING
Maintenance procedures, repairs, or technical
modifications that are performed incorrectly
increase the risk of an accident and can lead
to serious injuries.
Z\ WARNING
The engine/motor compartment in any motor
vehicle is a potentially dangerous area and can
cause serious personal injury.
— Always use extreme caution when doing any
work in the motor compartment. Always fol-
low commonly accepted safety practices and
use common sense. Never risk personal in-
jury.
— Never perform any work in the motor com-
partment unless you know exactly how to
carry out the job and have the correct tech-
nical information and the correct tools.
— If you are uncertain about what to do, have
the work performed by an authorized Audi
dealer, an authorized Audi Service Facility,
or another qualified workshop. Serious per-
sonal injury may result from improperly per-
formed work.
CG) Note
— Maintenance procedures, repairs or techni-
cal modifications that are performed incor-
rectly can cause damage to the vehicle, such
as corrosion.
— If emergency repairs must be performed,
take your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon
as possible.
— Audi is not liable for damage to the vehicle
resulting from failure to comply with these
guidelines.
(@) For the sake of the environment
— Regular maintenance can help protect the
environment.
— Technical modifications to the vehicle may
have a negative affect on energy use.
@) For the sake of the environment
Undeployed airbag modules and pretension-
ers are classified as Perchlorate Material —
special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.
gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. When the
vehicle or parts of the restraint system includ-
ing airbag modules and safety belts with pre-
tensioners are scrapped, all applicable laws
and regulations must be observed. Your au-
thorized Audi dealer is familiar with these re-
quirements and we recommend that you have
your dealer perform this service for you.
G) Tips
Because of your vehicle's aluminum body de-
sign, all service and repair procedures affect-
ing the body should be performed by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Serv-
ice Facility, who will perform the work accord-
ing to Audi factory specifications. Only Audi
Genuine Parts are used when Audi experts
perform repair or service procedures. Failure
to use Audi Genuine Parts or Audi Genuine Ac-
cessories or performing repairs incorrectly
may result in severe vehicle damage, such as
corrosion.
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Index
Trailer load iiss: 2 x soos x anc a avcniins ww ances 292
Trailer mode
Trailer mode (navigation) .............. 208
Trailer towing........... 20.0 ee eee ee eee 120
Airsuspension......... 000 eee eee eee ee 120
Trailetload © 5 seme ¢s gage s nome s 2 ene xs 120
Trailer VieW coes s « qwee ¢ » ewe se oes s ree 163
TUPMQSSISE sacex os maces ¢ Haim 4 § Sate Fo eae 152
Turn signals ..... 00.0... cee cece eee 45
U
Unable to pass. 1... .. cee eee eee ee 146
Uniform tire quality grading............. 260
Unlocking and locking................-0. 29
By remote control... ....... cee cece eee 34
Using the lock cylinder................. 32
With the central locking switch.......... 3,
With the convenience key............... 34
Update (software) .............0.0.0 00 232
Updating stations (radio)................ 210
USB
Adapter... ... 0. cece eee eee eee 171
Connecting a mobile device............ 170
USB: Charging) POnt: « sma < s ceue 3 a ee 2 ae 75
USB stick
refer to Audi music interface........... 220
V
Vanity Mirror ss = = seme < © eeu = o wows + o eee ¢ 50
Vehicle
Care/cleaning sisi = wen es sever oo ween a a 263
Dimensions ..............002-00e eee 291
Identification data................... 291
QUEOTSERVIEE cscorce 2 a smmces w 2 saausite vx dasa ¥ 268
Raising « « vceieie s 6 sevies 9 4 serece o © een so wee 273
Starting. ........... 0.2... eee eee eee 86
TRANS POPE scsisy + eases ss meres = ees oe 99,104
Ve@hicl@-Car@iws « «cows s eee ss Hae ss pares 263
Vehicle identification number............ 291
Vehicle jack. .... 2... 2. eee eee eee 269
Lifting POINTES: « » ea se qawes sg nas + pee 273
Tire change mode...............-.005 271
Vehicle: keys: « «cscs v a saves ¥ a sevens ¥ teaver 29, 33
VeRicleisound hc x « inanens a x caamens 6 o comune + & aoweesa 91
Vehicle tool Kits: » sass x 2 equ « 2 anwwa 9 2 goes 269
304
Ventilationse:. «6 csiswos os aouxeas vo comin vo soteane w 81
MIEWIDUttOM Mics «i sina 2 namin a © anton 0 2 waKWe 12
Voicetnallin: « x casos x 2 mae x 2 sawe ¥ x eee 8 176
Voice recognition system. ss ccie sc ieee ces 24
Extermall secs ox asus 2 v aecvoue as asnsme x simesie 25
Operating.............. 0... eee eee eee 24
WwW
Wall mount clip............ 2... e eee eee 119
Warning lights
refer to Indicator lights.................. 7
Washing matte finish paint.............. 263
Weights ........ 2.0.0 c eee eee eee 292
Wihee Bolts. sseres 2 = smenene 2 a1 aime 2 a anno © 9 257
Changing atire......... cece eee eee 271
Wheels ....... 0.0... cece eee eee eee 243
ClOGNING «x = 2 wees = e ease = weeR oe rewE ees 265
Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 246
Loose wheel warning...............00 258
R@BISCIAG < scm « = yams s ¢ eames ¢ 2 meee x soe 271
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 261
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 255
Wheeliwremehic. . «wcrc oo sori ao asenone 2 ate 269
Wi-Fi
Hotspot settings ...............000005 189
Onlifie Media's s » awex s mews s eee x s eee 219
Using: ahotspotis scans x. coo so comune + 2 ee 185
Wild animal recognition................ 131
Window and mirror heating............... 85
Windows
Child safety lock « sis +o wea ¢ eae + wean a 39
Cleaning and removing ice............. 265
Convenience opening and closing......... 40
Defrosting:s + « sis + 6 semen ae oeses a een oo 83
Opening and closing...............20.. 39
Power windowS............000 eee cece 39
Windshield
Cl@ANING ss = = aewg Seen gc oewR ae deme FUE 50
also refer to Windshield................ 50
Windshield washer system..........- 50, 241
Reservoir capacity.................004 291
Windshield wipers...............000000- 50
Winter operation
Auxiliary climate control................ 84
Gar Washes: = esas x 2 meme x 2 ime SoH TEE 263
Cooling:systemi: « = esses «2 sews oo meee ooo 237