2020 AUDI A3 brake pads

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Driving

Manually switching the Start/Stop system
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Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system
If you do not wish to use the system, you can
switch it off manually.
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Fig. 93 Center console: Start/Stop system button
> To switch the Start/Stop system off/on manual-
ly, press the [| button. The LED in the button
turns on when the system is switched off.
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If you switch the system off during a Stop
phase, the engine will start again automati-
cally.
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Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system


Start/stop system: deactivated. Please start
engine manually
This message appears when specific conditions
are not met during a Stop phase. The Start/Stop
system will not be able to restart the engine. The
engine must be started manually.
Start/stop system: malfunction! Function
unavailable
There is a malfunction in the Start/Stop system.
Drive the vehicle to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Service Facility as soon as possible to
have the malfunction corrected.
Brakes
General information
You can apply the vehicle's brakes using the brake
pedal.
Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the
speed, braking force, and outside conditions such
as temperature and humidity.
Braking effect
The response time from the brakes depends on
the weather and environmental conditions. If the
brake system becomes damp, for example after
driving in heavy rain, the braking effect may be
delayed. Other factors that could temporarily in-
crease the response time of the brakes include:
— Wet conditions
— Low temperatures, ice, and snow
— Roads covered in salt
— Dirty brake pads
To ensure the optimal braking effect, the brake
system is cleaned at regular intervals. This is
done by applying the brake pads to the brake ro-
tors for a short period of time when driving at
high speeds when the windshield wipers are
switched on.
Corrosion
Corrosion may form on the brake rotors if there is
no heavy braking, if the vehicle is not driven for
long periods of time, or if the vehicle is not driv-
en frequently or for long distances. This can
cause noises when braking as well as an uneven
braking effect. In this case, braking heavily sever-
al times while driving at high speeds can clean
the brake rotors > A\.
Brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braking
effect during the first 250 miles (400 km). They
must be “broken in” first. However, you can com-
pensate for the slightly reduced braking force by
pressing firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy
braking during the break-in period.
Brake pad wear depends largely on the way the
vehicle is driven and on operating conditions.
Brake pad wear increases when driving frequently
in the city or short distances or when using a very
sporty driving style. >
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Driving


ZA WARNING
— Only apply the brakes for the purpose of
cleaning the brake system when road and
traffic conditions permit. You must not en-
danger other road users and increase the
risk of an accident.
— Due to the risk of injury, only have an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility work on the brake system.
Incorrect repairs could impair the function.
— Never let the vehicle roll while the engine is
stopped because this increases the risk of an
accident.
— During automatic braking maneuvers, the
brake pedal may move downward automati-
cally. To reduce the risk of injury, do not

place your foot under the brake pedal.
@) Note
— Never let the brakes “rub” by pressing the
pedal lightly when braking is not actually
necessary. This can cause the brakes to over-
heat and increases braking distance and
causes wear.
— Observe the important information for driv-
ing downhill > page 89. This especially ap-
plies when towing a trailer.
@) Tips
— If you retrofit your vehicle with a front spoil-
er, wheel covers or similar items, make sure
that the air flow to the brakes is not ob-
structed. Otherwise the brake system can
overheat.

— Also refer to the information about brake
fluid > page 313.
Ga i © Brakes: malfunction! Safely stop ve-
hicle
There is a malfunction in the brake system. If
EES / & and Ef also turn on, there is a malfunc-
tion in the ABS, ESC, and braking distribution.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
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sistance. Read and follow the other safety pre-
cautions > A\.
EG if @ Warning! Brake servo inoperative
If the brake booster is not working, you have to
use much more force when braking the vehicle.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
EG - @® Brake pads: wear limit reached. You
can continue driving. Please contact Service
The brake pads are worn. Drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility as
soon as possible to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
Brake booster: limited functionality. You can
continue driving. Please contact Service
There is a brake booster malfunction. The brake
booster is available, but its effectiveness is re-
duced. The braking performance may be different
compared to the usual performance. Drive to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have the malfunction cor-
rected.
Brake booster: deactivated. See owner's manual
The brake booster remains active for a brief peri-
od of time after switching off the ignition. Secure
the vehicle from rolling by selecting “P” and set-
ting the parking brake.

ZA\ WARNING
If a malfunction occurs in the ABS, ESC, and
braking distribution, interventions that stabi-
lize the vehicle will no longer be available.
This could cause the vehicle to swerve, which
increases the risk that the vehicle will slide.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.

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Driving


Z\ WARNING
— The parking lock may only be released using
the emergency release if the parking brake
is set. If it is not working, secure the vehicle
from rolling using the brake pedal or other
suitable means, such as blocking a front and
a rear wheel. An unsecured vehicle may roll
away, which increases the risk of an acci-
dent.
— Only activate the emergency release while
ona level surface or a slight slope.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, you must
not drive when the emergency release is ac-
tivated.
Emergency release operation


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Fig. 95 Selector lever: release button
> Press and hold the yellow release button on the
side with a screwdriver.
> Now press the unlock button on the selector
lever and move the selector lever to the “N” po-
sition.
Special driving situations
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Applies to: RS models
When driving in a sporty style, for example ona
driving track, the wear on all vehicle components
is greatly increased, especially on the engine,
transmission, tires, brakes, and suspension. This
can result in increased wear. Also note the fol-
lowing points:
— Make sure the vehicle is in good condition.
Make sure to check the brake pads, tire tread,
and tire pressure (when tires are warm).
— Beforehand, warm up the engine by driving no
higher than two-thirds of the maximum permit-
ted engine RPM. The engine oil must be
brought to a minimum temperature of 158 °F
(70°C).
— Before stopping the vehicle, allow the engine
and brakes to cool back down to a regular oper-
ating temperature by driving normally.
If necessary, use the following functions:
— Audi drive select* dynamic mode = page 91
— Launch Control > page 77
— Limit ESC > page 94
@® Tips
Wear caused by load does not constitute a ve-
hicle fault as defined by the terms of the war-
ranty.
Driving uphill and downhill
Please note the following when driving on in-
clines and hills:
— Drive slowly and carefully.
— Do not try to turn around if you cannot safely
drive on an incline or hill. Instead, drive in re-
verse.
— When driving down hills, you can activate the
hill descent control if you press the brake pedal
while driving in “D” gear. The automatic trans-
mission will select a gear suitable for driving
down the hill and will attempt to maintain the
speed at which the vehicle was traveling at the
time the brake pedal was pressed. Press the
brake pedal if necessary. The hill descent con-
trol will switch off once the hill levels out or
you press the accelerator pedal.
— Utilize the engine braking effect when driving
downhill by selecting the “S” driving program
=> page 75. This especially applies when towing
a trailer. This reduces the load on the brakes.
— Brake in intervals and do not press the brake
pedal continuously.

A WARNING
— Only drive on inclines that your vehicle is de-
signed to handle. Do not exceed the hill >

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Index

Audio player
Bluetooth audio player................ 214
Wi-Fi audio player...............00005 214
AUGIOTISCK san 4 2 wees 2 a wea.8 2 Aas a ¢ 222
Audi phone box......... 0. ce eee eee eee 171
Audi presense......... 0.00. c eee eee 125
MESSAGES saree 5 x sens 5 x seme 5 e ewe = 124,128
AUGISIGGIASSISE sivas ¢ < wacom 3 § suas 4 § Sac & 131
Cleaning the sensors...............004 343
MGSSAGES caszass » « annsoice & 0: cones @ 0 ornare « 6 cnene 135
Rear cross-traffic assist................ 134
Audi smartphone interface.......... 228, 233
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster.............. 14
AUTO
Automatic headlights .................. 43
Climate control system ...........-.000. 66
Auto Lock (central locking system) ......... 25
Automatic belt retractor... .......0...05 248
Automatic transmission............-...0- 75
Automatic wipe/wash system............. 49
Auxiliary climate control................. 68
AUX input... 06. eee eee 217
Average consumption................005 22
Average speed... 1... cece eee eee 22
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Balance:(SOund) aii os weve av owe va neues « 234
Band
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Bassi(SOunG) «axes wo swivius 0 a awaweie w stamens oY nae 234
Battery, scorn so sccm 6 2 serene © x aor 6 MEER oo 315
Charge level display.................00. 14
CHANGING scx ¢ < sacs x § anes & ¢ Same Fk eR 316
High-voltage battery...............008. 96
Winter operation.............2.00 eee 315
Battery (vehicle)
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Before driving............-.0 eee eens 237
Belt temsiomensten «+ serene a axnuoe a 0 acme 0 0 ae 252
Better route (navigation)................ 205
BOWED. i seiiss a somunse a & anosans & % wwe Ho omemaun & 8 66
382

Bluetooth
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Connecting acell phone............... 169
SOEIAGS wines sx sesame vo arene cee a a comes 233
BOOStiis «een oo eer oo sore os ee ©» eee Y 23
Boosterséats.. « « can 2 ¢ ees os eeu ee ees 287
BOOSETUNGtION = wee < 2 seme 2 2 eee 2 e sees 76
Boost pressure indicator................. 23
Brake fluid
Checking brake fluid level
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Brake assist
Brake fluid
Emergency braking function
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New brake pads
Break-in security feature................. 30
Breaking in
New brake pads........... 00. c ee eee eee 85
NEW TIRES sc « = cows « 2 cares & eee ¢ v een 326
Newevelicles. « css: sv wns se wesc a 2 amenes 3 6 78
Browser
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BUDS: a i cconine 2 os cesnors & awanawe so avai 8 ans He 362
Buttons
Control panel (MMI)................-. 146
Multifunction steering wheel......... 17,20
Programming (multifunction steering
wheel)... 0.0.0... cece eee eee eee eens 19
Switching the Infotainment system display
ON/OFF iccen xo meron oo ee ae Se oo poe © 8 147
Cable (USB adapter/AUX connector cable).. 217
California Proposition 65 Warning........ 305
Battery specitt@inss + sccmss ux suas a 6 onawents x a 315
Galblists s secs 2 2 semen 2 waew v anor ee eR 173
Calloptions ess s seca ss pen & x dees 5 eee 180
Capacities
Fureltanke: « 2 wc 2s wise + meni os mie a oo 380
Washer fluid reservoir...............-5 380
Car key... cece eee eee eee 26
Care washes x sass i a seesiice 6 0 arovacs 6 w waneane 0 ane 342
Catalytic Converters « sesci ss wave a 8 eres 6 6 303
CD drive (media drives)................. 212