2020 AUDI A3 fuel fill door release

8V2012721BK
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Door handle
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Central locking switch ...........
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—Turn signals and high beams ....
— High beam assistant ..........
— Active lane assist .............
9 Multifunction steering wheel with:
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—Driver's airbag ...............
— Driver information system con-
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— Audio/video, telephone, naviga-
tion, and voice recognition con-
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— Button [*|/steering wheel heating .
— Shift paddles ................
Instrument cluster .............
Windshield washer system lever ..
O©®@ Steering column, with the follow-
ing, depending on equipment:
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— Starting the engine when there is
amalfunction ................
Adjustable steering column ......
Lever for: ®®
— Cruise control system .........
— Adaptive cruise control ........
Knee airbag ......... cee eee ae
Instrument illumination .........
Hood release? s « swas s emew se ews
Data link connector for On Board
Diagnostic System (OBDII) ......
Switch (depending on the equip-
ment) for:
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— Luggage compartment lid ......
— Fuel filler door (plug-in hybrid
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Power exterior mirror adjustment .
Power windows ...............-
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—Child safety lock ..............
— Central power window switch ...
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@) Infotainment system display .....
@) Glove compartment ............
@3) Drives for CD, DVD, SIM cards ....
@) Front passenger's airbag ........
@3) Depending on equipment, buttons
for:
— Driveselect® scajs ss sues eo gees ee
— Start/Stop system ............
—|<"| button (plug-in hybrid drive) .
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—Parkingaid ..................
—Emergency flashers ...........


— Electronic Stabilization Control
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— Infotainment system display ....
— Front passenger airbag off indica-
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@8 Deluxe automatic climate control .
@) Socket ..............02. 220
@8) Selector lever (automatic transmis-
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@) Cupholders ..............0000-
G0 Infotainment system on/off button .
@) Infotainment unit ..............
@ Power top operation ............
63. Center armrest with storage com-
partment. Depending on vehicle
equipment, it may have:
— Audi music interface ..........
— Audi smartphone interface .....
—Audi phone box ...............
G4 Electromechanical parking brake . .
@) [START ENGINE STOP


G8 Audi music interface ............
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Some the equipment listed here is only instal-
led in certain models or is available as an op-
tion.

Checking and Filling

> After the fuel pump has switched off, wait five
seconds before removing the nozzle to allow
the rest of the fuel to finish dripping into the
fuel tank.
> Turn the fuel cap clockwise until it clicks into
place.
> Close the fuel filler door and then press on the
left side until it latches.
The correct fuel type for your vehicle can be
found ona label located on the inside of the fuel
filler door. For additional information on fuel, see
=> page 298.
For the tank capacity in your vehicle, refer to the
Technical Data > page 380.
To reduce the risk of fuel leaking out or vapors
escaping, make sure that the fuel tank is closed
correctly. Otherwise the Ey indicator light will
turn on.
If the central locking system malfunctions, there
is a fuel filler door emergency release
= page 301.
Messages
Plug-in hybrid drive: for additional information
on refueling, see > page 302.
| Tank system: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the fuel tank system.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.

— If you do not insert the fuel pump nozzle all
the way into the filler tube, then fuel can
leak out. Spilled fuel can ignite and start a
fire.
— Never get into the vehicle when refueling. If
there is an exceptional situation where you
must enter the vehicle, close the door and
touch a metal surface before touching the
fuel pump nozzle again. This will reduce the
risk of electrostatic discharge that can cause
flying sparks. Sparks can start a fire when
refueling.


ZA\ WARNING
Improper fueling procedures and improper
handling of fuel can lead to explosions, fires,
severe burns, and other injuries.
— Do not smoke. Keep away from open flames.
— The ignition must be switched off when re-
fueling.
— Mobile devices, radio devices, and other ra-
dio equipment should always be switched
off when refueling. Electromagnetic rays


ZA WARNING
Transporting fuel containers inside the vehicle
is not recommended. Fuel could leak out of
the container and ignite, especially during an
accident. This can cause explosions, fires, and
injuries.
— If you must transport fuel in a fuel contain-
er, note the following:
— Always place the fuel container on the
ground before filling. Never fill the fuel
container with fuel while it is inside or on
the vehicle. Electrostatic discharge can oc-
cur while refueling and the fuel vapors
could ignite.
— When using fuel containers made of met-
al, the fuel pump nozzle must always re-
main in contact with the container to re-
duce the risk of static charge.
— Insert the fuel pump nozzle as far as pos-
sible into the filler opening while refuel-
ing.
— Follow the applicable legal regulations in
the country where you are driving when
using, storing and transporting fuel con-
tainers.
— Make sure that the fuel container meets
the industry standards, for example ANSI
or ASTM F852-86.


could cause sparks and start a fire.


1) Depending on the engine and country
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Checking and Filling
— Remove fuel that has overflowed onto any If the central locking system malfunctions, the
vehicle components immediately to reduce fuel filler door can be unlocked manually.
the risk of damage to the vehicle.
— Never drive until the fuel tank is completely
empty. The irregular supply of fuel that re-
sults from that can cause engine misfires.
Uncombusted fuel may enter the exhaust
system and increase the risk of damage to
the catalytic converter.

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— Do not overfill the fuel tank, or fuel could Raa SERS pplies to: version 1
leak out when the vehicle is warming up. Fig. 241 Right rear luggage compartment: emergency re-
— Fuel should never enter the sewer system or lease (example)
come into contact with the ground.


The fuel filler door on your vehicle does not
lock if you lock the vehicle from the inside us-
ing
the central locking switch.


Fuel can age and may lead to problems when

starting. Audi recommends replacing the fuel Applies to: version 2 ;
in your vehicle within six months. Fig. 242 Rear of the vehicle: right rear seat folded forward


Emergency release in the luggage
a compartment
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive Applies to: version 1
If the engine turned off because the fuel level
was too low, then you may need to refuel with
up to 4.0 gallons (15 liters) of fuel in order
for the vehicle to detect the new fuel level.
Otherwise, the engine may not restart. » Remove the cover in the side panel.
> To unlock the fuel filler door, loosen the loop
from the retainer and then pull on the loop
carefully in the direction of the arrow & fig. 241
>©.
> Conventional drive system: press on the left
side of the fuel filler door to open it
=> page 299, fig. 239.
The emergency opening mechanism is located
behind the right side trim panel in the luggage
compartment.
Plug-in hybrid drive*: read and follow the instruc-
tions under > page 302. >
301

Checking and Filling

Emergency release behind the rear seat
backrest
Applies to: version 2
The emergency release is located behind the
right
rear seat.
The pull cable for the emergency release is locat-
ed on the cover.
> To access the emergency release, fold the right
backrest forward > page 63.
> Remove the cover fh) from the trim panel.
> To release the fuel filler door, pull the cover in
the direction of the arrow carefully at a 45° an-
gle toward the center of the vehicle > fig. 242
>). The tab on the cover must point forward
in the direction you are pulling when pulling on
the cover.
> Press on the left side of the fuel filler door to
open it > page 299, fig. 239.
© Note
Only pull on the loop/cover until you feel re-
sistance. You will not hear it release. If you
continue to pull, you could damage the emer-
gency
release mechanism.
Refueling
Opening the fuel filler door
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive



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Fig. 243 Driver's door: button
The tank system must be vented before refueling
> Switch the ignition off with the
START ENGINE STOP] button.
> Pull the EN) switch.
> The fuel filler door will open automatically af-
ter venting is complete.

302

Read and follow the directions for inserting the
fuel pump nozzle > page 302.
Read and follow the instructions for refueling
=> page 299.
Inserting the fuel pump nozzle
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
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Fig. 244 Fueling procedure: insert the fuel pump nozzle
correctly
Make sure when inserting the fuel pump nozzle
that you do not press on the fuel filler door open-
er @ with the fuel pump nozzle. See the label in
the fuel filler door @). Otherwise, a valve will
close in the fuel filler neck and fueling will stop
even if the tank is not full.
You must vent the tank system again if you press
on the fuel filler door opener. The fuel pump noz-
zle can stay in the fuel filler neck when doing
this. Vent the tank system by pulling the
switch again in the driver's door > page 302.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
li Fuel filler door open. Please press button
again to refuel
Fueling is possible for a little while after pressing
the Gi) button. You must press the M button
again if the time limit is exceeded.
ly Fuel filler door: malfunction! Unlock fuel
filler door manually. See owner's manual
There is a malfunction. You must manually un-
lock the fuel filler door > page 303.
la Warning! Vehicle performance may be limit-
ed

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Checking and Filling

The fuel tank is almost empty. You must antici-
pate a significant power loss. Drive immediately
to a gas station.
Ey Beet Warning! Limited performance
The gasoline engine is no longer available be-
cause there is not enough fuel. Drive immediately
to agas station.
Fuel filler door emergency release
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
You must use the emergency release to open the
fuel filler door when there is a malfunction
=> page 301.
The tank is not vented. You can only fill a small
amount of fuel in the tank.
> Fill only until the automatic fuel pump nozzle
turns off for the first time when it is operated
correctly.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
@ Tips.
Pressure can escape if you open the tank cap
after using the emergency release. This can
create noises.
Emissions control
system
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ZX WARNING
The temperature of the exhaust system is
high, both when driving and after stopping
the engine.
— Never touch the exhaust tail pipes once they
have become hot. This could result in burns.

— Do not park your vehicle over flammable
materials such as grass or leaves because
the high temperature of the emissions sys-
tem could start a fire.

— Do not apply underbody protectant in the
exhaust system area, because this increases
the risk of fire.
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Follow the safety precautions > page 303, Gener-
al information.


The vehicle may only be driven with unleaded
gasoline, or the catalytic converter will be de-
stroyed.
Never drive until the tank is completely empty.
The irregular supply of fuel that results from that
can cause engine misfires. Uncombusted fuel
could enter the exhaust system, which could
cause overheating and damage to the catalytic
converter.
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
The On Board Diagnostic System monitors the
engine and transmission components that influ-
ence emissions.


Fig. 245 Footwell on left side of the vehicle: connection
port for the On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
On Board Diagnostic System
Engine data can be read out at the On Board Di-
agnostic System connection port using a special
testing device > fig. 245.
Indicator light
If the S indicator light blinks or turns on, there
is a malfunction that is causing poor emissions
quality and that could damage the catalytic con-
verter. Drive slowly to an authorized Audi dealer >
303

Index

Fast forwarding and rewinding (audio/video
file) eee 219
Fast forwarding (audio/video file)......... 219
EaStROULC «smear o x omowes + memes ow nent o 8 ene 197
Favorites
Media... ... eee eee eee eee eee 222
NavVigatiGniicn = = sesx =e meee + eee § ¥ neeR « 191
Telephomebscsn: ic « susie sv wens « 0 sean @ 2 een 175
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . 377
File formats (media drives) .............. 224
Finding charging stations............... 192
Floor mats ...... 0.00... cee eee eee eee 242
Folding the rear seats................ 62, 63
Foot pedals.......... 0... cee eee eee eee 241
For the sake of the environment
Disposing of engine oil................ 310
FUGUINIG!: s x sev « 2 avon x 2 emus ¢ 2 eww 2 a Re 299
Leaks... 2.2 eee eee 305
Roof rack... 6... eee eee 64
Forward gear
Teferto Geal’s » wcss s eoswe s pean ss MowR ay es 75
Free text search... ..... see eect ence eee 154
Mediats ¢ 2 ene 2s ove 9 owen 2 een eo were 221
Navigation... .. 0... cece eee eee eee 189
Radio... .. eee eee eee eee 207
Telephone sis s & sais = ¢ seis xo eee & o 2a 179
Freeze protection
COOLANE ssiswiss & ences + @ ssncene o sonsane ow eoseeie 311
Frequency band..........c0ee eee 206, 209
also refer to Frequency band........... 206
Front airbags
Description.........6. 06. e eee ee eee 257
How they Works. = cscs ss sees ee news eee 263
Frontal collisions and the laws of physics... 246
Front center armrest. oc... 26sec ee eee es 56
Front seats. ....... 00.000 cee cece eee ee 54
ACjUStING ace = seems ts ceee s eee ee wea 239
Child restraints in the front seat......... 254
EteCle: = sass os wear a 2 mame wamen oe eee x era 298
Additives..... 0.0.0.0... cece eee eee 299
Currenticonsumption s ¢ sess + s seen ss vows: 22
FURL Gauge ers & cise wo arsine & & soureia w pave 14
Fuel tank capacity.................... 380
GOSOlING» < saws ¢ 5 Bees FF Nee + EREE ¢ SS 298
Reducing consumption................. 81
386
Fueling
Fuel filler door emergency release....... 301
Fuel tank capacity. ......... 00. ee ee eee 380
Opening the fuel filler door............ 299
FUSES: 2 ¢ mses oo omen 3 o cae oo oe oo ee 360
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GarMenthOOks « ianws x 2 sea 2 x cam ¥ Capen 4 a ¥ 60
Gas discharge lamps............-..0005 362
GaSOUINE wars: x s swe x ¢ sete Ye eee ss eGR 298
ACGIRIVESS. = scenic ew csmmive 1 2 wsuows oo so ae 8 299
Gasoline mixture ..............000e eee 298
GAWR
refer to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . 380
Gears... ee eee 75
Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 322
Glove compartment.............. 00. eee 60
G meter
refer to Sport displays...............04. 24
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)........ 380
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...... 380
GVWR
refer to Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) « s suas x 2 seme 2 o eee «8 oe 380
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Handsfree............-.2-.-.-.-0-00-0200 000s 170
Hands Free Profile..................... 170
Headlight range control...............005 43
Headlights........ 0... ccc eee eee eee 43
Cleaning.......... 00. e eee eee eee eee 343
Headlight range control................ 43
Washer system...........--00 0 eee eae 49
Head restraint « cseuios «x cuseaus ov cnuane a aimee 0 56
Adjusting ........... 0c cece eee eee 56, 57
Removing and installing................ 57
Heated
Exterior Mirrors's 2 ccs so mows oo seen 3 2 cers 47
ROA WINE OWs cre: + sistiene co 0 ssiesaion 0 anatase 5: ee 67
Seats... eee eee eee 67
Washer fluid nozzles cuss casa ss ceva s ¢ oe 49
Heated steering wheel...............-.5. 68
Heavy clothing and safety belts.......... 248
Hex socket...........20.0202..0000000005 348