2019 AUDI Q3 power steering

Driving dynamic

@ Tips
If the & or Al indicator light only stays on
for a short time, you may continue driving.
All wheel drive (quattro)
Applies to: vehicles with all wheel drive
The all-wheel drive system distributes the driving
power variably to the front and rear axle to im-
prove the driving characteristics. It works togeth-
er with selective wheel torque control, which can
activate when driving through curves
=> page 99.
The all-wheel drive system is designed for high
engine power. Your vehicle is exceptionally pow-
erful and has excellent driving characteristics
both under normal driving conditions and on
snow and ice. Always read and follow safety pre-
cautions > A\.

ZA WARNING
— Even in vehicles with all wheel drive, you
should adapt your driving style to the cur-
rent road and traffic conditions to reduce
the risk of an accident.
— The braking ability of your vehicle is limited
to the traction of the wheels. In this way, it
is not different from a two wheel drive vehi-
cle. Do not drive too fast because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.
— Note that on wet streets, the front wheels
can “hydroplane” if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive vehi-
cles, the engine does not rev higher sudden-
ly when the vehicle begins hydroplaning. For
this reason, adapt your speed to the road
conditions to reduce the risk of an accident.
Messages
i All-wheel drive: malfunction! You can con-
tinue driving. Please contact Service

Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
98
73} All-wheel drive: too hot. Please adapt driv-
ing style. See owner's manual
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive
in a less sporty manner until the temperature re-
turns to the normal range and the indicator light
switches of.
Electronic Stabilization
Control
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical sit-
uations, such as if the vehicle is oversteering or
understeering, or if the wheels are spinning. The
vehicle is stabilized by applying the brakes or re-
ducing engine torque.
If the Eq indicator light blinks while driving, the
ESC is actively regulating.
If the B indicator light turns on, the system has
switched the ESC off. In this case, you can switch
the ignition off and then on to switch the ESC on
again. The indicator light turns off when the sys-
tem is functioning fully.
If the B indicator light turns on, ESC was limit-
ed or switched off manually > page 99.
The following systems are integrated in the ESC:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when brak-
ing. The vehicle can still be steered even during
hard braking. Apply steady pressure to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the pedal. A pulsing in the
brake pedal indicates that the system is acting to
stabilize the vehicle.
Brake assist
The brake assist system can decrease braking dis-
tance. It increases braking power when the driver
presses the brake pedal quickly in emergency sit-
uations. You must press and hold the brake pedal
until the dangerous situation is over. Depending
on the activated driver assistance systems, the >

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brake assist system may react with increased sen-
sitivity.
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
ASR reduces drive power when the drive wheels
begin spinning and adapts the power to the road
conditions. This makes it easier to start, acceler-
ate and drive up hills.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
The EDL applies the brakes to wheels that are
slipping and transfers the drive power to the oth-
er wheels. This function is not available at higher
speeds.
In extreme cases, EDL automatically switches off
to keep the brake on the braked wheel from over-
heating. The vehicle is still working correctly. EDL
will switch on again automatically when condi-
tions have returned to normal.
Power steering
The ESC can also support vehicle stability
through steering.
Selective wheel torque control
Selective wheel torque control is used when driv-
ing on curves. Braking is targeted toward the
wheels on the inside of the curve as needed. This
allows more precise driving in curves.
Automatic post-collision braking system
The automatic post-collision braking system can
help to reduce the risk of sliding and of addition-
al collisions after an accident. If the airbag con-
trol module detects a collision, the vehicle is
braked by the ESC.
The vehicle does not brake automatically if:
— The driver presses the accelerator pedal, or
— the braking force generated by the pressed
brake pedal is greater than the braking force
that
would be initiated by the system, or
— the ESC, the brake system or the vehicle electri-
cal system are not functioning.

physical laws. This is especially important on
slippery or wet roads. If the systems begin
acting to stabilize your vehicle, you should
immediately alter your speed to match the
road and traffic conditions. Do not let the in-
creased safety provided tempt you into tak-
ing risks. This could increase your risk of a
collision.
— Please note the risk of a collision increases
when driving fast, especially through curves
and on slippery or wet roads, and when driv-
ing too close to objects ahead. The ESC and
its integrated systems cannot always pre-
vent collisions - there is still a risk of acci-
dents!
— Accelerate carefully when driving on
smooth, slippery surfaces such as ice and
snow. The drive wheels can spin even when
these control systems are installed and this
can affect driving stability and increase the



ZA WARNING
— The ESC and its integrated systems cannot
overcome the limits imposed by natural

risk of a collision.
G) Tips
— The ABS and ASR only function correctly
when all four wheels have a similar wear
condition. Different tire sizes can lead to a
reduction in engine power.
— You may hear noises when the systems de-
scribed are working.
The So button is located above the selector lev-
er in the center console.

The ESC is automatically switched on when the
ignition is switched on. It may make sense in
some situations to limit the ESC so that the
wheels can spin:
— Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
— Driving in deep snow, on unpaved ground, or
with snow chains
— Driving downhill while braking on loose ground
— Driving with axle articulation
Limiting ESC (Offroad mode)
—To limit the ESD, press the £20 button briefly.
The B indicator light turns on.
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Parking and maneuvering

> Press the P4 button in the center console. Or
> Select J on the center display if the visual dis-
tance indicator is shown > page 128, fig. 108.
When switching on, a brief tone sounds and the
LED in the button turns on.
Switching on automatically
The system switches on automatically when re-
verse gear is engaged while the engine is run-
ning. A brief tone will sound.
Switching off automatically
The system switches off automatically when driv-
ing forward faster than approximately 6 mph (10
km/h).

ZX WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 104.

Warnings
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras

Fig. 112 -Applies to: vehicles with trailer view-Center dis-
play: trailer view
When parking with the rearview camera or pe-
ripheral camera, the parking system plus audio
and visual warnings* will also assist you
=> page 128.
130

For vehicles with peripheral cameras, the area
surrounding the vehicle is shown on the side of
the center display. You can switch between the
optical display and camera image > page 138.
Visual orientation lines
@ The orange orientation lines show the vehi-
cle's direction of travel > ©. Turn the steer-
ing wheel until the orange orientation lines
align with the parking space.
@ Use the blue markings to help you estimate
the distance to an obstacle. Each marking
represents approximately 3 ft (1 m). The blue
area represents an extension of the vehicle's
outline by approximately 16 feet (5 meters)
to the rear.
@® You can recognize the rear bumper in the
lower display.
@ You should stop driving in reverse when the
red orientation line touches the edge of an
object, at the latest.
Trailer view
Applies to: vehicles with trailer view
The trailer view > fig. 112 assists you in position-
ing the vehicle in front of a trailer.
— Applies to: vehicles with peripheral cameras:
Switch to the Rear view > page 131, fig. 113.
— Select |--Jin the center display when the parking
system is active.
— Select the Trailer view > page 138.


Now you can position your vehicle in front of the
trailer. The orange orientation line ©) ° fig. 112
indicates the expected path toward the trailer
hitch. Use the blue markings © to help you esti-
mate the distance to the trailer hitch. Each mark-
ing equals approximately 12 inches (30 cm). The
width of the blue surface represents the maxi-
mum steering wheel angle.
Symbols
Applies to: vehicles with peripheral cameras
If $2/&9/< is displayed and the display area
represented by that symbol is not available, then
the camera on the that side is not available. The
power exterior mirrors may have been folded in >

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Media



mobile devices while driving, because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.

@) Note
— Pull the cable out of the Audi music inter-
face carefully so that the USB ports are not
damaged.
— Use a USB extension cable to connect devi-
ces that have an integrated USB connector
(such as a USB stick) to reduce the risk of
damage to your USB device and the Audi
music interface.
— Extremely high or low temperatures that
can occur inside vehicles can damage mobile
devices and/or impair their performance.
Never leave mobile devices in the vehicle in
extremely high or low temperatures.
@ Tips
— Always follow the information found in
=> page 72.
— When you switch the ignition off, the USB
ports are still supplied with power until the
energy management intervenes.
— Do not use an additional adapter cable or
USB extension cable to connect mobile devi-
ces to the Audi music interface that already
have a cable or that must be connected with
a USB adapter cable (> page 184, fig. 134).
Using an additional adapter or US extension
cable may impair functionality.
— Functionality is not guaranteed for mobile
devices that do not conform to the USB 2.0
specification.
— USB hubs are not supported.
— Video playback through the Audi music in-
terface is not supported on Apple and MTP
devices (such as smartphones).
— iPod or iPhone malfunctions also affect the
operation of the MMI. Reset your mobile de-
vice in these situations.
— Audi recommends updating the iPod or
iPhone software to the latest version. Refer
to your mobile device owner's manual for
more information.
— The USB adapter on the Audi music inter-
face will support iPod touch or iPhone devi-
ces from the 5th generation or newer with
the lightning connector.
— For more information about the Audi music
interface and supported devices, check the
Audi database for mobile devices at www.
audiusa.com/mp3 or contact an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility.
Playing media
The following sources can be selected depending
on the vehicle equipment:
—SD card > page 182.
— USB © page 184.
— Connect external device: you can connect ex-
ternal devices via Bluetooth and use the Blue-
tooth audio player > page 182, or you can con-
nect an external device directly to the Audi mu-
sic interface > page 184.
— Connect online media > page 183.
Accessing media
Playing media files using the center display
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
MEDIA > Source > a source. Depending on the
connected device or online media service”, the
symbol for a source may change. The device
name may be displayed (for example: my-
Phone).
>» Select a track from the categories in the media
center > page 186.
Playing media files using the multifunction
steering wheel
Requirement: a media drive must contain media
files > page 185.
> Select the Radio/Media tab using the multi-
function steering wheel.
> Turn the left thumbwheel to display the play-
list.
> To switch to a different source, press the
button.
> To select a media file or a source, turn and
press the left thumbwheel.
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Emergency assistance

— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 248.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 249,
=> page 249.
> 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 45. 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\.
> Switching it off before the vehicle has stopped
may impair the function of the brake booster
and power steering. You would then need to
use more force to steer and brake the vehicle.
> Release the parking brake > page 90.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.

A WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical

power.


Front towing loop

Fig. 164 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 242.
> Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
> fig. 164. 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.

ZX WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be
pulled out when towing the vehicle and that
could cause an accident.

Rear towing loop

Fig. 165 Rear bumper: installing the towing loop
The threaded opening for the towing loop is lo-
cated on the right rear of the bumper.
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Index

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Replacing the battery...............0-. 34
Unlocking and locking...............005 33
Vehicle Code ssicve x + swine ee etre oe eas a 2 one 32
Kick#dOWn'. 2 scons e senea oe ae ao ca @ eee 84
L
Lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning......... 119
Lane departure warning................. 119
Cleaning the camera area.............. 237
LATCH (securing child safety seats)......... 68
Leather care/cleaning...............005 239
Legal information
License subscriptions................. 197
Software information................. 197
Software:licensesies . sowie ae iawn ws nsenn a 6 197
Version
information.................. 197
License plate bracket................0.. 260
Lifting points (vehicle jack).............. 243
Light/rain sensor
Headlights...............00 020-0 ee eee 43
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers) .... 49
Light functions
Interior lighting!sc . = ssw = 2 ese sy eee eee 46
Lighting
Exterior. « ic © wesen ae ease a 2 wane vo ore 43
Interior... 0... eee eee 46
Lights 0.0... eee eee eee 43
Listening to music
refertoMedia................005. 182,185
Load... 6.6... eee 264
Locking and unlocking
By remote control............2.2.0005. 33
Using the lock cylinder................. 30
With the convenience key............... 33
Low beam headlights.................... 43
Lowering the cargo floor................. 76
Luggage compartment...............05. 73
COVER ime x x cena % 2 soamere # x wemnER oo en aw Re 74
Double cargo floor..............0..000- 76
Increasing the size............0--.00 ee 75
also refer to Luggage compartment...... 73
Luggage compartment lid
Closing button. ...............000 ee eee 36
Emergency releasing:ss : < waa x x aeax ¢ gaee 37
270

General information 34
Opening and closing 35
Opening and closing with foot motion..... 37
Power opening/closing................. 36
Lumbar'support:s + ses so sews oo owen oo 54,55
M
Maintenance’: « « sews + » sen + e awe + pores a 258
Maintenance intervals................-. 245
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)........ 202
Manual shifting ................0020 eee 84
Map
Changing the scale ............ee eves 164
Display’ « sncine 2 2 setese a a comes ow anes ve to 166
Operating. ..... 0.0... cece eee eee eee 165
Setting the destination................ 164
Map preview...............0- 00-00 e eee 163
Map update................0 20. e ee eee 170
Oli: 2 gems + 2 wise = pense & ¥ em ee See = 170
SD card/USB connection........0.. 00006 170
Media somes: i sxonns ao eevee ¥ oe orem wae 182,185
Supported formats.................-. 190
Media Cemberin. « . acewus « w snonsue = auarems wo meriite 186
Memory card
SD card reader (MMI).............0... 182
Supported types and formats........... 190
Menu language
refer to Setting the language........... 195
MeSSaQeSixc: « ¢ sews & ¢ ese 2s ees § oe ees es 147
MIrforcompass:s « « ues cs wean: 2 meee + eee 51
Mirrors
Adjusting exterior mirrors............... 47
DUUANTING Ss, « scersiss ow snouts om exons 6 x oxmanm x 48
Vanity mirror... 1.2... eee ee eee 48
MMI Navigation plus
refer to Multi Media Interface........... 18
MMI Radio plus
refer to Multi Media Interface........... 18
Mobile device
referto Telephone..............0.0005 139
Mobile phone network
Connection settings...............00. 152
Mountain passeS....... 00.0. e cece ee eee 93
MouintainirOadsivn. « scins a 6 vimses a 6 nraeiise #6 om 93
Multifunction steering wheel
Buttons......... 0... ee eee eee eee 12, 26

Index

Parking aids
Adjusting ..............0 cece eee eee 138
ParkeaSsist': « weave x sequen § 3 aameG ¢ & ae & 136
Parking and maneuvering.............-. 127
Parking brake
refer to Electromechanical parking brake.. 90
Parking lightSizx « = sax « y oss = ¢ sees 2 e eee 43
Parking lock
Manually releasing................004. 85
also refer to Gears... 1.6... cee eee ee eee 82
Parking systems
Parking system plus...............04. 127
Pass-through.............-0 eee eee eee 75
Paths... . 2... cece eee eee eee 17
Pause: (Media’files):. « «cies ov scsi 6 waves oo 185
PedalSiscis saien « x waren w ¥ eae 6 ¥ mae oo ee 84
Perchlorates + mcs + 2 mews & pase 2 s wee oe oe 258
Peripheral: cameras ses ss sua se come sg cos 129
Personal route assistance. ...........00. 167
Phone
Answering/ending acall............... 146
Connecting acellphone............... 140
Connecting a second mobile device...... 141
Disconnecting a mobile device.......... 141
SEEMS cxesise o exaasan w © means i 7 seeue 5 santas 150
Phonebook
refer to ContactS............. eee eae 144
Playback (media). « + scarce» s snesnin «sneer «0 « 185
Pointiofiintenests. + vicve x x susie x 2 euswere a ones 162
Point of interest search. .......... 000005 162
also refer to Point of interest........... 162
Polishing. .... 0.0... cece eee eee eee 238
POWerSOUNCESE: 5 6 sees as cowie 8 acm & v 72,184
Power WINdOWS « sieen . ¢ ewva s 6 eae we ews a a 38
Malfunction..............00000 0a ee 38, 39
Power windows malfunction.............. 38
pre sense
refer to Audi presense.............0.. 121
Presentation mode..............2--005 174
PLOSCES eres so smnews «a ems 9 sete oe tere @ 5 177
Presets list
refer to Presets... 0.0.0... cece eee eee 177:
Pressure
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 234
TGS: 2 cccane oo ome 2 o cae ¢ o cen Yo oR 226
Progressive steering................20055 97.
272
PROLCCUINGiices oo snesies w ot ceawis w euseees we ere 238
Pyrotechnic elements............0.0e ee 258
Q
QUACEOS + wae a s wanes a xe ee & 2 HOHE 5 £ ROTOR 6 98
Selective wheel torque control........... 99
R
RAGIOS x 5 cranes % 1 cusents © 5 sesuens 6 @ exsoams oo 175, 177:
Radio text.................0.000 00 179
Station MSt sewn: + x seme + x popes F x sRWOS Fo EE 175
Radio communications equipment........ 260
Radio equipment................--004- 260
Radio Standards Specification (RSS) ....... 261
Rain/light sensor
Headlights! ween = sases 2 3 neon § x Sou 5 ae 43
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers).... 49
Random

refer to Shuffle...............000200. 187
Range (fuelslevel)isc sx seni x sree oo aneweie a a as 14
Reading lights. <= see. 2 scum 2 2 mewn o ¥ eves 46
Rear cross-traffic‘assist - a ss caw ss oes 133
Rear lid
refer to Luggage compartment lid........ 35
RearsSeatsios 2 wens <2 were ss meme oo acne 9 6 we 55
Rearishelt': ses ¢ 2 cewe so ewe 2 2 gewe ¢ none 74
Rearview camera‘: = : asec = : sees ev owen ees 129
Rear window defogger............-.0000- 79
Reception range.............-.0-.0000- 75
Recirculation mode..............0e0 eee 79
RECUPCRAEION acosece oo suexem 4 suseene oe seem « one 15
Refi ling is oc ccs 2 x unmsen 0 mci a ema 6 200
Remote control
Garage door opener...........-.000000- 40
Remote control key............---00005 32
Remote control key 32
Convenience opening and closing......... 39
Key replacement...............-0000-- 32
LED... eee 34
Replacing the battery.................. 34
SyMehnomizationticns « « ssinem « o enero « os enewoce » oe 34
Unlocking and locking............-..005 33
also refer to Vehicle key................ 32
Removing the caps (wheel bolts)......... 242
Repairs. ...... 2.0.0... eee ee eee eee 258