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Checking and Filling
Motor compartment
General information
Special care is required if you are working in the
motor compartment
For work in the motor compartment, such as
checking and filling fluids, there is a risk of in-
jury, scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
reason, follow all the warnings and general
safety precautions provided in the following in-
formation. The motor compartment is a danger-
ous area in the vehicle. > A.
age component can result in a fatal electric
shock. The components in the high-voltage
system are marked with a warning label which
warns of the high-voltage.
— The voltage level in the high-voltage system
is still dangerous and potentially life-threat-
ening when the ignition is switched off.
— Never perform work on orange high-voltage
cables or on high-voltage components. Only
authorized repair facilities that are certified
may perform work on the high-voltage sys-
tem.
ZA WARNING
— Switch the ignition off.
— Set the parking brake.
— Select the “P” (Park) selector lever position.
— Keep children away from the motor com-
partment.
— Never spill operating fluids in the motor
compartment.
— Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
— Never open the hood when there is steam or
coolant escaping from the motor compart-
ment, because there is a risk that you could
be burned. Wait until no steam or coolant is
escaping.
— Never open the cap on the coolant reservoir
if the coolant is hot. The cooling system is
under pressure.
— To protect your face, hands, and arms from
hot steam or coolant, cover the cap with a
thick cloth when opening.
— All work on the battery or electrical system
in your vehicle can result in injuries, chemi-
cal burns, accidents, or burns. Because of
this, all work must be performed only by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
— Limit your exposure to chemicals to as short
a time as possible.
ZA 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.
ZA\ WARNING
The voltage in the high-voltage system is life-
threatening. Touching a damaged high-volt-
() Note
When filling fluids, be sure not to add any flu-
ids to the wrong reservoirs. Otherwise, severe
malfunctions and damage will occur.
@) For the sake of the environment
You should regularly check the ground under
your vehicle in order to detect leaks quickly. If
there are visible spots from oil or other fluids,
bring your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility to be
checked.
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[RAZ-0572
Fig. 158 Reservoir locations
Follow the safety precautions > page 235. The coolant level is too low.
1) Washer fluid reservoir (7) > page 241 Do not continue driving and switch the ignition
) Coolant reservoir (£-) under a cover off. Add coolant. The vehicle must not be towed.
> page 238 See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
(GB) @) Brake fluid reservoir (OC) under a cover
> page 239 Electric drive system: malfunction! Cooling
system. Please contact Service
Service Facility for assistance.
Cooli ng system There is a malfunction in the cooling system.
| Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately.
The cooling system is filled with a mixture of pu-
rified water and coolant additive at the factory. Coolant additive
This coolant must not be not changed. The coolant additive is made of anti-freezing and
Audi recommends checking the coolant level pe- corrosion protection agents. Only use the follow-
riodically. ing coolant additive:
Messages Coolant additive Specification
Gl12evo TL774L
| Electric drive system: malfunction! Cooling
system. Please contact Service The amount of coolant additive that needs to be
mixed with water depends on the climate where >
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coolant in the original container and away
from children. There is a risk of poisoning.
@) Note
— Do not add coolant if the expansion tank is
empty. Air could enter the cooling system
and increase the risk of damage. If this is
the case, do not continue driving. See an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
— If coolant must be added multiple times
within two months, drive immediately to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility because there is a risk of
damage.
Brake fluid
BFV-0229|
Fig. 160 Motor compartment: cap on brake fluid reservoir
Follow the safety precautions > page 235, Gener-
al information.
Checking the brake fluid level
> Slide the cover that is located below the wind-
shield wipers on the driver's side toward the
windshield and remove the cover.
> Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid res-
ervoir > page 237, fig. 158. The brake fluid lev-
el must be between the MIN and MAX markings
of.
The brake fluid level is monitored automatically.
Message
EG f) Brakes: stop vehicle and check brake
fluid level
Stop the vehicle and check the brake fluid level.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
Changing the brake fluid
Brake fluid should be changed at regular inter-
vals. Have the brake fluid changed by an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty. The authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility will inform you of the replace-
ment intervals.
Z\ WARNING
— If the brake fluid level is below the MIN
marking, it can impair the braking effect and
driving safety, which increase the risk of an
accident. Do not continue driving. See an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
— If the brake fluid is old, bubbles may form in
the brake system during heavy braking. This
could impair braking performance and driv-
ing safety, which increases the risk of an ac-
cident.
— The brake fluid in your vehicle must meet
the standard VW 501 14 and is available at
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Au-
di Service Facility. If this brake fluid is not
available, another high-grade brake fluid of
equivalent quality may be used, and it must
meet the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Stand-
ard (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4, Class 6.
@) Note
— If the brake fluid level is above the MAX
marking, brake fluid may leak out over the
edge of the reservoir and result in damage
to the vehicle.
— Do not allow any brake fluid to come into
contact with the vehicle paint, because it
will corrode the paint.
Electrical system
If the =] / B or [ml indicator light turns on,
there is a malfunction in the power supply, the
battery, or the vehicle electrical system.
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ZA\ WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning:
— 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
If the vehicle will be parked for long periods
of time, protect the 12 Volt vehicle battery
against the cold so that it will not “freeze”
and become damaged. Have the battery
charged by an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility > page 241,
Charging the 12 Volt vehicle battery.
12 Volt vehicle battery
Explanation of warnings:
Always wear eye protection.
Battery acid is highly corrosive. Always
wear protective gloves and eye protection.
forbidden.
A highly explosive mixture of gases can
A» form when charging batteries.
Always keep children away from battery
@) acid and the battery.
Always follow the instructions in the oper-
® Fire, sparks, open flame, and smoking are
@/
fQ | ating manual.
@) For the sake of the environment
» ¥ Do not dispose of lead batteries in
household trash. They contain harmful sub-
stances, such as sulfuric acid and lead, and al-
so recyclable raw materials. Contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Serv-
ice Facility for more information.
Charging the 12 Volt vehicle battery
The vehicle cannot be operated when the 12 Volt
vehicle battery is drained. The vehicle battery
must not be charged under any circumstances.
Contact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
() Note
The charging of the vehicle battery requires
specialized knowledge and technology.
— The vehicle battery may only be charged by
an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Au-
di Service Facility. Otherwise, the electronic
systems in the vehicle may be severely dam-
aged.
— The jump start pins in the motor compart-
ment are designed specifically for qualified
technicians.
Windshield washer
system
B4M-0135)
Fig. 161 Motor compartment: washer fluid reservoir cap
Follow the safety precautions > page 235, Gener-
al information.
The windshield washer fluid reservoir contains
the cleaning solution for the windshield and the
headlight washer system > fig. 161, > page 237.
The reservoir capacity can be found in
=> page 291.
To reduce the risk of lime scale deposits on the
spray nozzles, use clean water with low amounts
of calcium. Always add window cleaner to the wa-
ter. When the outside temperatures are cold, an
anti-freezing agent should be added to the water
so that it does not freeze.
Messages
| Please add washer fluid
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Index
Blinds
refer to Sunshade (roof) ............00-5 40
Block
route................ 00 cece eee 202
BLOWER. « sees su comers a enmeane wa nents a = swine = 82
Bluetooth
Audio player........... 0.00 e eee eee 218
Connecting a mobile device............ 170
Deleting
ardevice wii s 2 isnsins ov sucrose « sence 233
Device overVieW...... 6c eee ee eee eee 232
Disconnecting a device................ 233
Displaying profiles.................... 233
Searching fora device...............-. 233
Selecting adevice.............2eeeeee 233
Specifying a favorite.................. 233
BOOStTUNCTION owas x cee 2 sneer 2 eo ces ¢ 89
Brake fluid
Checking the brake fluid level........... 239
Brak Sicnes 2 x sree: vo cmv ow orien ow soe © o ooEKS 92
Brakerassist. scsmrs « acess» oi soz 4 0 omens « 102
Brake fluid. .................0..0000. 239
Emergency braking function............. 95
New brake pads..............---00000- 92
Break-in security feature................. 32
Breaking in
New brake pads............0.20200000- 92
NGW TIRES: « « noms 2 s saros & 9 cate gs eam a 250
Browser
refer to Mediacenter................4. 222
Bulb replacement.............--22+-05- 282
Business: address). «i ijei as jana a scan a va 202
Cc
California Proposition 65 Warning........ 235
Batteryspecific... =. eccs s sive s ween as: 241
GALLLISt « wea ¢ 2 aeee xs meee oe eee s Bee ee 174
Capacities
Fuebtanike, « secs 2 a oasan oo ssamon o wana oo ove 291
Washer fluid reservoir................- 291
Cangowmatc © « conse ws aussins 6 0 secs a a amass We ae 80
Cargoinets: « s soma 2s memew + wauim a 3 mam 6 @ oarae 80
Car key « s eeu oy ews y oeE 6 2 ween 6 Ewes 33
Car phone
Serialinumber(IMED) « wsscsce ao soteane ao sanaia 181
Switching on... ....... eee eee eee 181
Using the car phone function........... 169
Car WASH: = sass 5 x eee 5 feats sb eG EE 263
294
Cell phone
refer to Telephone...........-0e eee eae 169
Cell phone compartment
refer to Audi phone box............... 171
Central
locking ...... 0. cece eee eee eee 29
AUTO LOCK: » geese + sunems 2 seene & 3 donee & = Be 29
Convenience key « sscsu © cvenesie © erase wo vnscem 34
Convenience opening and closing......... 40
Luggage compartment lid............... 36
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 32
Messages... 1.6... ce eee cece eee eee 31
Remote control keys: ss esas ss eves os ees 34
SettN's 6 e wanes a a saws «wo ones vo meen + 8 o8TH 30
Vehicle key... 6... ccc ee eee eee eee 34
Central locking switch.............000005 31
Centificat onto» a sess + x aneans ao somes o 6 mmm 289
Changing lightibulbs'. « ccs ss sew s 6 sesso 282
Charging
refer to Power sourceS............00 000s 75
Charging clip
refer to Wall mount clip............... 119
Charging display................---0000- 109
Charging the battery (mobile devices). 171, 220
Charging times. « sass. se savin s 2 wees © 2 sree 106
Child safety lock
Climate control system controls in the rear. 39
POWER WINK OWS inc ¢ & cme 5 ores 5 v eee 39
Rear doorsten « swe so mim 2 women n= ame wD 39
Child
safety seats........ 0... ce eee ee eee 69
Securing to the top tether anchor........ 72
Securing with a safety belt.............. 72
Securing with LATCH. ss sses ss eee se eee 71
Gl@aNiNG ¢ sere « s ewes 5 o eee se eee ce ees 263
Cleaning Alcantara.............-..0000. 266
Cleaning artificial leather............... 266
Cleaning carbon components........ 265, 266
Cleaning controls..............00 eee eee 266
Cleaning decorative parts/trim........... 265
Cleaning plastic parts.................. 265
Cleaning textiles: s ws + wees v ween oe eee 266
Climate control system ..............004. 81
Climate control system controls in the rear
Child safetylotk.o icvc os soci © sean © wows 39
Closing
Automatic luggage compartment lid...... 36
Convenience closing................045 40

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