2019 AUDI TT ROADSTER coolant level

Table of contents

About this Owner's Manual......
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Cockpit overview.............-000005
Indicator lights overview...........0.
Display and operation............
Instrument cluster...............
Instrument cluster overview...........
Coolant temperature indicator.........
Tachometer.......... 0.0 eee eee eee
Odometer as = s eee = seen ge zee a tows e
Outside temperature display...........
Fuellevel.......... 0. cece eee eee eee
Multifunction steering wheel..........
Vehicle functions « se-0 2. ese ve eee ees
MessageS ... 0... eee eee eee
Starting and driving.............
Opening and closing.............
Central locking 2.2% ieee seven a eevee
Luggage compartment lid.............
Power windows.............0.00 0005
Garage door opener...............0..
POWER EOPE: « «cece 0 csv « o semiens 6 0 eens
Automatic power top.................
Wind deflector ecax « x came + 5 yom 2 4 ews
Power top emergency operation........
Lights and Vision.................
Exterior lighting ssivses + « ssa 3s inane 9 & sou
Interior lighting. ................000.
VISION s « s saas ss sees Fo Hees Eo ee ee
Windshield wipers..............00005
Digital compass................0000.
Storage... eee eee eee
Luggage compartment...............
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Warm and cold...
Climate control system............00.
DRIVING: & tacos 6 2 maemo e eae 0 x iano 4
General information .
Steering.........6.
Starting and stopping
Electromechanical par
Starting to drive.....
theengine.......
king brake.......
Automatic transmission..............
Trailer towing.......
Driver assistance.
Assist systems...
Speed warning system...............-
Cruise control system
Audi active lane assist
Audi side assist

Audi drive select (drive settings) ........
Parking aid.......
Introduction........
Rear parking system .
Parking system plus.............-.00.
Rearview camera

Intelligent Technology...........
Electronic stabilization control (ESC) ....
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All wheel drive (quattro) ..............
Rear spoiler........
Energy management .
Information about data recorded by
vehicle control modules...............
Infotainment system............
Multi Media Interface............
Traffic safety information.............
Introduction........
MMI On/Off knob with joystick function . .
MMI operation......
MMT OU CPi ccm. » 6 camere
Control knob with joys
Letter/number speller
tick function. ....
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Instrument cluster

Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster overview
The instrument cluster is the central information center for the driver.
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Fig. 3 Instrument cluster overview (Audi virtual cockpit)
Engine coolant temperature ~E ... 10
Left dial
—Tachometer ..........-...00- 11
Tab area
Central area
Status line (one or two lines)
Right dial
— Convenience display
Fuel level MD) .........0e eee e eee 12
Right additional display with speed-
ometer
Left additional display with:
SIGEAP sss sieves oo seme ow oaRe sw He 62
— Audi drive select mode ......... 77
@ Tips
— You can select the units used for tempera-
ture, speed and other measurements in the
Infotainment system.
— Speeds are displayed in mph (miles per
hour) or km/h (kilometers per hour).
— If there is a malfunction in the instrument
cluster, DEF will appear in the trip odometer
display. Have the malfunction corrected as
soon as possible.
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Coolant temperature
indicator
The coolant temperature display @ > page 10,
fig. 3 only functions when the ignition is switch-
ed on. To reduce the risk of engine damage,
please observe the following notes about the
temperature ranges.
Cold range
If only the LEDs at the bottom of the gauge turn
on, the engine has not reached operating tem-
perature yet. Avoid high engine speeds, full accel-
erating and heavy engine loads.
Normal range
The engine has reached its operating tempera-
ture once the LEDs up to the center of the gauge
turn on. If the | indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster display turns on, the coolant tem-
perature is too high > page 17.
@) Note
— Auxiliary headlights and other accessories in
front of the air intake impair the cooling ef-
fect of the coolant. This increases the risk of
the engine overheating during high outside
temperatures and heavy engine load.

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Instrument cluster


opening the hood and checking the brake
fluid level.
— 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 system indicator light turns on
together with the ABS and ESC indicator
lights, the ABS/ESC regulating function may
be malfunctioning. Functions that stabilize
the vehicle are no longer available. This
could cause the rear of the vehicle to
swerve, which increases the risk that the ve-
hicle will slide. Drive carefully to the nearest
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility and have the malfunction
corrected.
PARK/(@)/‘@i, Electromechanical parking
brake
If the Zin i © indicator light turns on, the
parking brake has been set.
Zi if oa Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep


If the indicator light blinks and the message ap-
pears, there is not enough braking power to se-
cure the vehicle. The brakes have overheated. The
vehicle could roll away, even on a small incline.
ww Parking brake: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility immediately to have the malfunc-
tion corrected.
HL@t3 / {@) Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep
There is not enough braking force to hold the ve-
hicle in place. The brakes have overheated. The
vehicle could roll away, even on a small incline.
(9 / (@) Parking brake: applied
If this message appears, press the brake pedal
first and then release the parking brake if neces-
sary.
(i) Tips
For additional information on the parking
brake, see > page 59.
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|| Turn off engine and check coolant level. See
owner's manual
The coolant level is too low.
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
coolant level > page 234.
— If the coolant level is too low, add coolant
=> page 234. Only continue driving once the in-
dicator light turns off.
|_| Coolant temperature: too high. Let engine
run while vehicle is stationary
Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes to
cool off, until the indicator light turns off.
— If the indicator light does not turn off, do not
continue driving the vehicle. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.

ZA\ WARNING
— Never open the hood if you can see or hear
steam or coolant escaping from the engine
compartment. This increases the risk of
burns. When you no longer see or hear
steam or coolant escaping, you may open
the engine compartment with caution.
— The engine compartment in any vehicle can
be a dangerous area. Stop the engine and al-
low it to cool before working in the engine
compartment. Always follow the informa-
tion found in > page 227, General informa-
tion.
() Note
Do not continue driving if the Bg indicator
light turns on as this increases the risk of en-
gine damage.

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Checking and Filling

Engine compartment overview
The most important check points.


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Fig. 174 Typical layout of the reservoir and the engine oil filler opening
Follow the safety precautions > page 227.
Coolant expansion tank (z£) > page 234
Engine oil dipstick > page 231
Engine oil filler opening (27) > page 231
Brake fluid reservoir (OC) > page 235
Jump start point (+) under a cover, (-) body
ground point
Fuse housing > page 277
Washer fluid reservoir (>) > page 238
Engine oil label* with VW standard
=> page 230
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The engine oil dipstick and the engine oil filling
opening may be located in different places within
the engine compartment, depending on the en-
gine version.
230
Engine oil
If the engine oil level is too low
If you need to add engine oil, use an oil that is
listed on the sticker. The sticker is located at the
front of the engine compartment > page 230,
fig. 174.
If the recommended engine oil is not available, in
an emergency you may add a maximum of 1
quart (1 liter) of ACEA C3 or API SN engine oil
one time until the next oil change.
For more information on the correct engine oil
for your vehicle, contact an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility. Have the oil
changed by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Service Facility.

Checking and Filling


— Drain the oil into a container designed for
this purpose that is large enough to hold the
full amount of oil in your engine.
— Engine oil is poisonous. Always store out of
reach of children.
— Prolonged contact of used engine oil with
the skin may cause skin damage. Always
wash oil off immediately with soap and wa-
ter to protect your skin.

@ Note
Do not mix any additives with the engine oil.
Additives may cause engine damage that is
not covered by your New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
@ For the sake of the environment
— Before changing the engine oil, make sure
you can dispose of the used engine oil cor-
rectly.
— Engine oil must always be disposed of cor-
rectly. Do not dump it in the yard, in the for-
est, or in open water, river channels, or sew-
ers.
— Have your used engine oil recycled by bring-
ing it to a used oil collection site or contact
a gas station.
Cooling system
The engine cooling system is filled with a mixture
of purified water and coolant additive at the fac-
tory. This coolant must not be not changed.
The coolant level is monitored through the B in-
dicator light > page 17. However, occasionally
checking the coolant level manually is recom-
mended.
Coolant additive
The coolant additive is made of anti-freezing and
corrosion protection agents. Only use the follow-
ing coolant additives. These additives may be
mixed with each other.
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Coolant additive Specification
G12++ TL774G
G13 TL774)


The amount of coolant additive that needs to be
mixed with water depends on the climate where
the vehicle will be operated. If the coolant addi-
tive percentage is too low, the coolant can freeze
and damage the engine.



Coolant Freeze protec-
additive tion
Warm min. 40% min. -13 °F
regions max. 45% (-25 °C)
Cold min. 50% max. -40 °F
regions max. 55% (-40 °C)

(1) Note
— Before the start of winter, have an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility check if the coolant additive in your
vehicle matches the percentage appropriate
for the climate. This is especially important
when driving in colder climates.
—If the appropriate coolant additive is not
available in an emergency, do not add any
other additive. You could damage the en-
gine. If this happens, only use water and re-
store the correct mixture ratio with the
specified coolant additive as soon as possi-
ble.
— Only refill with new coolant.
— Radiator sealant must not be mixed with
the coolant.
Adding coolant


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Fig. 177 Engine compartment - coolant expansion tank
(diagram): @ cover; @) markings

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Checking and Filling

Observe the safety precautions > page 227, Gen-
eral information.
Checking the engine coolant level
>» Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Read the coolant level on the coolant expansion
tank > page 230, fig. 174. The coolant level
must be between the markings @) 9 fig. 177
when the engine is cold. When the engine is
warm it can be slightly above the upper mark-
ing.
Adding coolant
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of
coolant in the expansion tank >@.
If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water
and coolant additive. Mixing the coolant additive
with distilled water is recommended.
> Allow the engine to cool.
>» Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expan-
sion tank cover.
> Remove the cover (@) 9 fig. 177 carefully to the
left > AX.
> Add the correct mixture ratio of coolant
> page 234 up to the upper marking @)
> fig. 177.
> Make sure that the fluid level remains stable.
Add more coolant if necessary.
> Close the cap securely.
Coolant loss usually indicates that there is a leak.
Immediately drive your vehicle to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
and have the cooling system inspected. If the
cooling system is not leaking, coolant loss can re-
sult from the coolant boiling due overheating
and then being forced out of the cooling system.

compartment. This increases the risk of
burns. The cooling system is under pressure.
When you no longer see or hear steam or
coolant escaping, you may open the engine
compartment with caution.
— When working in the engine compartment,
remember that the radiator fan can switch
on even if the ignition is switched off, which
increases the risk of injury.
— Coolant additive and coolant can be danger-
ous to your health. For this reason, store the
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
damage the engine. If this is the case, do not
continue driving. See an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.
Brake fluid

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Z\ WARNING
— The engine compartment in any vehicle can
be a dangerous area. Stop the engine and al-
low it to cool before working in the engine
compartment. Always follow the informa-
tion found in > page 227, General informa-
tion.
— Never open the hood if you can see or hear
steam or coolant escaping from the engine


Fig. 178 Engine compartment: cap on brake fluid reservoir
Observe the safety precautions > /A\ in General
information on page 228.
Checking the brake fluid level
> Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid res-
ervoir > page 230, fig. 174. The brake fluid lev-
el must be between the MIN and MAX markings
oA.
The brake fluid level is monitored automatically.
Changing the brake fluid
Brake fluid should be changed at regular inter-
vals. Have the brake fluid changed by an
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Index

Convertible locking retractor
Activating ..... 0... c cece eee eee 220
DESCtivating « x wsee 2 cee ss meme ee REE ee 221
Using to secure a child safety seat....... 220
Gooling Mod ei: « «acre sa meee se eee oe oe 53
Cooling system
Adding coolants. sssies = « cesses % seevene a # see 234
Coolant.................00000 2c eee 234
Coolant level checking saws ss news « x gee s 234
Coolant temperature indicator........... 10
Indicator light............. 000.0022. 17
Crank (power top emergency operation) ..... 36
Crash data recorder (EDR)................ 91
EnOSSHALRS!: cisions x wecxawe ov ecwoe wo aecnoe a a 134
Cruise control system. ......... 00 eee eae 70
Cup holdersices 5 « casis so qaws + cores & & wees 8 49
Current fuel consumption................ 15
D
Data Privacy’: = sacs ss geass eee y omen se 130
Datarecorder............02020222220005 91
Date... eee cee eee eee 171
Date display.................000 22 e ee 171
Daytime running light................00. 38
Declaration of compliance............... 283
Defrosting (windows) .................005 54
DEF (instrumment:cluster) « was s ¢ sews sv eves 10
Deluxe automatic climate control
refer to Climate control system (automatic) . 53
Determining correct load limit........... 253
Digital’cOMpass saws + ¢ sees ce ce en ve oases 44
Digital Rights Management.............. 152
DIMENSIONS s « = aes st ees ay ee ee eee 285
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 42
Directory
Peer £0 CONLACES wes ss ees ee Sew se ee 120
DiSpOSalens « 2 sews x ¢ eens 4 ¢ eee Ee wee ge 280
Distance driven. ........ 0.0 cece eee eee 15
Doors
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 26
Driver information system................ 12
On-board computer..............--.00. 15
Switching VieWS........ 00... cee eee eee 13
Driver information systems
Energy consumers.............--.--00- 15
290
Drives
refer to Media.............000 eee
Drive select. ..... 0.0... eee cee eee eee
Driving safely........... 2.0... ee eee eee
Driving through water............-....--
DriViNG CIM k ais oo seco 3 sei ws acsene we eoREOM &
Driving tips
Efficient Ariviing s « camecs 5 2 cron 0 x amen a 2 sine
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter.............0005
DVD drive (media drives)................
Dynamic volume
refer to System volume............0005
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock.......
Electrical system... .. ccc eee eee eee
Electromechanical parking brake..........
Electronic Differential Lock...............
Electronic immobilizer...................
Electronic stabilization control (ESC).......
Sport mode....... 2... ce eee eee eee eee
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
Indicator light.................-00 0005
Emergency assistance..................
Emergency braking function..............
Emergency flashers.........00.eeeeeeeee
Emergency fueling « sie ss cove se uma a 0 one
Emergency operation
Luggage compartment lid...............
POWEPtOPisis: © crcasee we © stsitei 8 ween oe ree 4
Emergency release
Selector lever... .... cee eee cece eee eee
Emissions control system..............
EMErgy COMSUMMENSIoys + sean ¥ ene e & maven We &
Energy management............. 0000005
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Index

Engine
Breakingin..... 2... cece cece 56
GOolaiitevwes: « 2 waem « 2 wees gz eeNeE Ee EE EE 234
StAGEING ia = canes co memes oo memes vo ereees © 57,58
Starting and stopping................05 58
Engine compartment
Opening and closing the hood.......... 229
OVEN OWias « + wang sy wane 5 ¥ een x e eR 230
Safety precautions.................-0. 227
Engine control (indicator light)............ 19
Engine data
refer to Sport displays.................. 15
Engine oil
Adding... 06... cece eee eens 230
Changing’: = = aesu = 2 mews ce eps s sawn 233
Checkingioiblevelss scssss x 6 cminis « sevusse oo 230
Consumption...................-000- 230
Indicator Wight swe. » = sews + » eewe « o ewes 231
Replacement interval................. 239
Temperature display.............-...-. 15
Enhanced view...............0e0 eee e eee 13)
Entering characters/numbers (speller)...... 98
Entering letters (speller) ................4 98
Environment
Unleaded gasoline.................... 223
ESC
refer to Electronic Stabilization
Control(ESE) « « sear: 2 says oo sete Fx Rees 2 86
ESP
refer to Electronic Stabilization
Control (ESC) ..... 6.6... cece eee eee eee 86
Exterior lighting. ...............0e eee eee 38
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting. ......... 0... cee ee eee eee 41
DIMMING « sacs s & saves & & aes + ¥ Hee < Hee 42
Folding settingSte:: + «comes + 2 sews ve mes ow 26
Heating... 0.6... cece eee Al
External voice operation...............5 109
F
Factory default settings (MMI) ........... 172
Fader Gourd) bss: 2 o swsine = a1 asoweins w wecuses 6 weir 175
Fastening
Booster seats .......... 0.0 eee ee eee 217
Convertible child safety seats........... 216
Infantis@ats:. «2 onnsne xo seine © 2 secsnin 2 2 seaman 215
Fast forwarding and rewinding (audio/video
File) eee 160
Fast forwarding (audio/video file)......... 160
FASEMOULC « ccc x x commer 5 2 meee 9 x orate 6 o Hens 139
Favorites
Media... ... cece eee eee eee eee 163
NaVidatioticc: s = saw 3s geen se meee s pee E 134
Telephone rsisxi + aaa « + aise «eames sv eee 117
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . 283
File formats (media drives) .............. 166
FlOOr Mats = esas ¢ ews g ewes go wee ee oe 181
Fog lights/rear fog light(s)............... 38
Foot pedals.......... 0. cece eee ee eee 180
Footwell lighting...............0.-.0 eee 40
For the sake of the environment
Disposing of engine oil................ 233
FUCLING!s s & sree 2 ¢ nemne & 2 coos & s eauae @ oe 224
Leaks... 2... eee eee eee ee 229
Free: textsSe@arely ces < werersin ¥ esemene we esenene © 100
Media... ... cece eee 162
NAVIGStIOl in: « + anew 2 = cea 4 x eoee 2 Rae 133
RAG iis < aru wv cette a a cmnemes a a amo Wo 148
Telephone ........... eee eee eee eee 121
Freeze protection
Coolant...... 2... eee eee eee eee 234
Frequency band................... 147,149
also refer to Frequency band........... 147
Front airbags
Deseriptioniins = wisn 4 6 ween 6 + waa © + wae 193
How they work. ...........00000 eee eee 198
Frontal collisions and the laws of physics... 183
Front seats
Adjusting .......... 6.6 c cee eee eee eee 179
Child restraints in the front seat......... 190
alsocreferto. Seats oscaa sx woe se ewan se ees 46
Fd@bs 2 cena oo swam oo wens 0 enews 2 maceme © i 223
TAGGIGIVESr « succens «0 snerein oo seamen © stcenoae co 6 wae 224
Current fuel consumption............... 15
Fuel gauge sis ss esos si shies x aeons vee 10, 12
Fuel tank capacity................00-. 285
Gasoline... 1... 2... eee eee eee 223
Indicator light « aes ¢ = ceca se news se pees « 19
Sawing Fitel ccs a x wos 2 ence a ene oc 78
Saving fuel consumption................ 56
Fueling
Fuel filler door emergency release....... 226
Fueligaugeieiin « + acne so mam 6 + comme ve waves 12