2019 AUDI Q3 airbag

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Data privacy

Data privacy
Image recording
Surrounding area monitoring
Applies to: vehicles with surrounding area observation system
Some vehicle functions require the vehicle’s path
to be detected and evaluated. This is done by
cameras installed permanently on the vehicle
that detect objects in the vehicle's surroundings
(such as obstacles or guard rails). The live images
from the cameras are transmitted to the applica-
ble control module.
The camera images are transmitted to the appli-
cable control module and stored for processing.
The control module analyzes the current camera
image using image evaluation software. This im-
age evaluation software detects anonymized
technical measurements, such as distances to ob-
jects. The control module evaluates these techni-
cal measurements and makes it possible for the
assist systems to control the vehicle, if necessary.
Data memories
Vehicle control modules
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Fig. 170 Driver side footwell: connection port for the On
Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic control
modules for various vehicle systems such as the
airbags. These vehicle control modules store data
while driving normally that is required by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for diagnosis and repair purposes. Only
certain types of data are recorded for a very short
period of time if a control module has detected a
system event. No noises, conversations, or im-
ages will be recorded in the vehicle.
The data may include information such as the ve-
hicle speed, the direction of travel, and informa-
tion about the brake system, or also the behavior
of the restraint system in the event of an acci-
dent. The stored data can be exported and down-
loaded with special devices, which must be con-
nected directly to the vehicle.
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
There is a diagnostic connector socket in the driv-
er's side footwell to read out the various control
modules and the event data recorder. Data re-
garding the function and condition of the elec-
tronic control modules is stored in the event
memory. Only have an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility read out and de-
lete the event memory.

ZX WARNING
— Incorrect use of the connection port for the
On-Board Diagnostic System can cause mal-
functions, which can then result in accidents
and serious injuries.
— Only allow an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility to read out the
engine data.
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Event Data Recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-
corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-
tions,
such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understand-
ing how a vehicle's system performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle dynam-
ics and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehi-
cle is designed to record such data as:
— How various systems in your vehicle were oper-
ating;
— Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened;
— How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
— How fast the vehicle was traveling.
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Accessories and technical changes

Usually maintenance and repair work requires
special tools, measuring devices, and other
equipment that is available to trained vehicle
technicians in order to help ensure that your vehi-
cle and all of its systems operate correctly, relia-
bly, and safely. Performing work on the vehicle
incorrectly can impair the operation and reliabili-
ty of your vehicle and may void one or more of
your vehicle's warranties.
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.


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.


ZA WARNING
Maintenance procedures, repairs, or technical
modifications that are performed incorrectly
increase the risk of an accident and can lead
to serious injuries.


ZA WARNING
The engine 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 engine compartment. Always
follow commonly accepted safety practices
and use common sense. Never risk personal
injury.
— Never perform any work in the engine com-
partment unless you know exactly how to

@) 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 can
have a negative impact on fuel consumption
and vehicle emissions.
(@) 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
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Accessories and technical changes

Service Facility, who will perform the work ac-
cording to Audi factory specifications. Only
Audi Genuine Parts are used when Audi ex-
perts perform repair or service procedures.
Failure to use Audi Genuine Parts or Audi Gen-
uine Accessories or performing repairs incor-
rectly may result in severe vehicle damage,
such as corrosion.
Accessories and parts
Consult with an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility before purchasing ac-
cessories or replacement parts. We recommend
that you have your vehicle serviced by an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty and that Audi Genuine Parts and Audi Genuine
Accessories are used.
Audi does not endorse the use of products and
accessories that it has not evaluated, even if the
product is approved by a certified testing agency
or government agency.

ZA WARNING
— Installing unapproved accessories or incor-
rect replacement parts can cause vehicle
damage and can increase the risk of an acci-
dent.
— Never attach accessories, such as telephone
holders or cup holders, to the airbag covers
or within the airbag deployment zone, be-
cause this increases the risk of injury if the
airbag deploys.
— Do not use a license plate bracket on the
front bumper that is different from the
bracket installed at the factory, and do not
attach any additional brackets.

@) Note
A correctly-installed exterior antenna is re-
quired for operating radio equipment in the
vehicle. Otherwise, the increased electromag-
netic waves can cause malfunctions in the ve-
hicle. Observe the regulations in the country
where the vehicle is being operated and the
instructions from the radio equipment manu-
facturer.
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Reporting Safety Defects
Applicable to U.S.A.
If you believe that your vehicle
has a defect which could cause a
crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately in-
form the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying
Audi of America, Inc.
2200 Ferdinand Porsche Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
If NHTSA receives similar com-
plaints, it may open an investiga-
tion, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehi-
cles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you,
your dealer, or Audi of America,
Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call
the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-
free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-
800-424-9153); go to http://
www.safercar.gov;

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Index

Numbers and
Symbols

2-zone deluxe automatic climate control.... 78
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Accelerator pedals sais se cai sv aac oe ews 84
also refer to Accelerator pedal........... 84
AGCOSSOFIES « crvcei. 5 cesses « ceeness a & arene ww wnat 260
Active lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning......... 119
Adaptive cruise assist................04. 111
Cleaning the sensors........... 0c been 237
Adaptive dampers ...........-.00ee esau 96
Adaptive speed assist 111
also refer to Adaptive cruise assist....... 111
Adjusting the air distribution............. 78
Adjusting the brightness................. 47
Adjusting the sound.................005 195
Adjusting the temperature..............- 78
Adjusting the vents... 0... .... eee eee ee 79
Adjusting the volume................-005 26
Adjusting the volume (announcements).... 195
Adjusting the welcome sound............ 195
Airbag System « « sae« s sees ¢ v wees ee reese ee 61
Alarm system
refer to Anti-theft alarm system.......... 31
Alignment pin (changing the wheel)....... 242
All-weather lights...............-..20--- 43
Allseason tires. ...........000200200005 231,
All wheel drive
POPEP CO GUAT Oia 5 = yess s 5 meee Heme « 98
AMI
refer to Audi music interface........... 184
Android Auto
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 193
Anti-freeze
Windshield washer system............. 214
Anti-lock braking system. ...........000-. 98
Anti-Slip Regulation.................0004 99
Anti-theft alarm system ...........-..000- 31
Anti-theft wheel bolts........0........4. 243
Apple CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 193

Aspect ratio (video).............00. 187, 189
ASR
refer to Anti-Slip Regulation............. 98
Audi adaptive light...............-..0000. 43
Audi connect
refer to connect..............00 154,155
Audi drive select. ...... 0. cece eee eee eee 96
Audimusicinterfacesic «scenes a0 oem 0 0 ote 184
AUdiOFMeS ricco cossoe wa concn ow anew wv x asite 185
Audi phone box. esi. ss ecw se eee ye ewe 141
Audi pre sense...........2+--eee eee eee 121
MOSSAGES cwssins so secnsas a a menage We imeuinis wo omen 124
Audi side assist
refer to Side assist............ 0.000005 124
Audi smartphone interface.......... 193, 197
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster.............. 11
AUTO
Automatic headlights................5. 43
Climate control system.............0005 78
Auto Lock (central locking) ............... 28
Automatic luggage compartment lid.... 36,37
Automatic transmission............-..00- 82
Automatic wipe/wash system............. 49
Average consumption...............0-5. 14
Average speed .... 2... .- cee eee eee 14
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Bag hooks
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Charging
Winter operation...............0 ee eee 212
Blinds
refer to Sunshade (roof)...............-. 39
Block roWte ices « ¢ sawa x 2 ews 2 8 cage ¥ 8 oe 167
BIGWEP's « woven s 2 wome 4 @ noses © yee Ho toeee a 78
Bluetooth
‘Audio player cscs % cress =o reosae ve nese 182
Connecting a mobile device............ 140
Deleting
adevice.................000. 197
DeViC OVETVIOW': esrns 5 & coven s » ease 5 @ exes 196
Disconnecting a device................ 197
Displaying profiles................000. 197
Searching foradevice...............4. 197
Selecting adevice.................00. 197
Specifying a favorite.................. 197