2020 AUDI A3 oil

Table of contents


Audi smartphone interface...... 228
Setup... eee eee ee eee 228
OPeratintg’s + ease s x mows « woeE se ow ee 229
Troubleshooting wwii «s wwine ev eee ae eae 229
System settings.................. 230
Setting the date andtime............. 230
MMI SOMOS: » sunses 0 » anexeiae o anseane » 0 exons 230
Connection manager................. 231
System update isis ss wows x ¢ seows a eaves 234
Sound settingS............0 ee eee eee 234
Volume settings ..............000000. 234
Restarting the MMI.................. 235
Software license information.......... 235
237 237 237
Correct passenger seating positions..... 238
Driver's and front passenger's footwell.. 241
Pedal area.......... eee eee eee eee 241
Active rollover protection system....... 242
Safety belts...................0.. 245
General notes.................00005. 245
Why use safety belts?................ 246
Safety belts. ............... 00000005 248
Belt tensioners... 0.02... cece eee eee 252
Airbag system.................00. 253
Important information............... 253
Front:airbags’: = seis s = canes + = esis + oer 257
Monitoring the Advanced Airbag System. 265
Knee airbags...............-0 ee eee 269
Side@:airbags x: < sews se eewes te eee ee oe 271
Sidercurtain airbags « swe ss wei sv woes 274
GAUGES AATEC iss 5 « nee a 5 Baa GE EE Be 278
Important information............... 278
Child safety seats................000. 284
Securing child safety seats............ 289
LATCH system (lower anchorages and
tethers forichildren) sic. o = essere x 3 awmin « 5 aoe 292
Additional information............... 297
Maintenance and Care........... 298
Checking and Filling............. 298
FUGlaves: «2 wows s 2 seems © a meee 4 S oweme a 2 a 298
Reftieling crass « sccswes e neness xe aeiceme x acer 299
Refueling ......... 0... cee ee eee eee 302
Emissions control system............. 303
Engine compartment...........0.500% 304
Engineoil........ 0... eee eee eee 307
Cooling SYSteM . <= sees ic sees be tees we 311
Brake Pluidhise «2 ascii 2 2 soos 2 x comes © x sree 313
Electrical system. ...........002-000 314
Battenysa « 5 news so ASS & ROS TE BaF 315
Windshield washer system............ 317
Service interval display............... 318
Whe6US: « ses ss sess os ees ss eee 2 a 319
Wheelsiand Tiresis « scsinin + « sore © a eneron » 319
Tire Pressure Monitoring System indicator . 337
Tire pressure monitoring system....... 339
Care and cleaning................ 342
General information................. 342
Gar washesi: « sosus so ime a 0 mana + omen 6 342
Cleaning and care information......... 343
Taking your vehicle out of service....... 347
Troubleshooting................. 348
Emergency assistance........... 348
Trunk escape latch............-.0000- 348
General
information................. 348
Equipment............. 00. cece eee 348
Tire Mobility kit’: goss « 2 sewn 2 y eweE a eos 349
Replacing wheels...........00ee eens 352
Sparetire........ 2... eee eee eee 357
Fuses and bulbs.................. 360
FUSES 2... eee ete eee 360
BULDS- Emergency situations............ 364
General...............0. 0000 cece 364
Starting by pushing or towing.......... 364
JUIMPESTAREIIG . « suerns 6 & sasnnes » « sanree wo samme 364
Towing with atowtruck............... 367
Raising the vehicle.................-. 369

Quick access

Indicator lights overview
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or
malfunctions.
With some indicator lights, messages may ap-
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica-
tor lights and messages may be covered by other
displays. To show them again in the driver infor-
mation system, select the second tab for mes-
sages with the multifunction steering wheel
=> page 17 or > page 20.
Some indicator lights in the display can display in
several colors.

MMe O eel em lis
If the wa or MN indicator light turns on, check
the instrument cluster display for more informa-
tion.
Applies to: vehicles with monochrome display
If a message appears together with a central in-
dicator light A\ or A the central indicator light
will indicate the priority of the warning. Ifa
white indicator light also appears, the central in-
dicator light will have its own color. For example,
it appears together with Bw read the descrip-
tion for &.
Some indicator lights turn on briefly as a function
check when you switch the ignition on. These sys-
tems are marked with a V in the following tables.
If one of these indicator lights does not turn on,
there is a malfunction in that system.
The following indicator lights may be available,
depending on the vehicle equipment:

Red indicator lights
Central indicator light
=> page 10,
Audi pre sense
=> page 126,
instrument cluster
=> page 14

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Safety belt
=> page 245
Transmission
> page 77
Drive system
=> page 82
Drive system
=> page 82
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 87
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 87
Brake system ¥
=> page 86, > page 88,
=> page 313
Brake system ¥
=> page 86, > page 88,
> page 313
Engine stop while driving
=> page 82
Steering ¥
=> page 92
Steering lock
=> page 92
Electrical system
=> page 314
Engine oil pressure
=> page 308
Cooling system
=> page 311
Hood
=> page 306
Charging system
> page 111
Adaptive cruise control
=> page 120


Yellow indicator lights



Central indicator light
=> page 10

Safety systems ¥
=> page 238

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Transmission
=> page 77
Drive system
=> page 82
Drive system
=> page 82
Drive system
=> page 82, > page 302
Drive system
=> page 82, > page 302
Drive system
=> page 82
Vehicle sound
=> page 82
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 88
Hill hold assist
=> page 88
Engine start system
=> page 73
Keys
=> page 73
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 93,>page 95
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 93
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 94, > page 93
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥
=>page 95
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) Y
=> page 95
Steering
=> page 92
Steering lock
=> page 92
Suspension control
=> page 92

Engine speed limitation
=>page 16
Tank system
=> page 300
Electrical system
=> page 314
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 308
Engine oil sensor
=> page 308
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
v
=> page 303
Washer fluid level
=> page 317
Windshield wipers
=> page 52
Charging system
=> page 111
Tire pressure
=> page 337, or > page 339
Tire pressure
=> page 337, or > page 339
Bulb failure indicator
=> page 45
Headlight range control system
=>page 45
Adaptive light
=>page 45
Light/rain sensor
=> page 45, > page 52
Driver's door
=> page 29
Battery in remote control key
=> page 27
Power top
=> page 38
Side assist
=>page 135
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Instrument cluster


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— Audi drive select mode ......... 91
ZA WARNING
Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit
If there is a severe malfunction in the instru-
ment cluster, the display may turn off. The wa
indicator light may also turn on. Stop the ve-
hicle safely. See an authorized Audi dealer or

authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.

@ Tips
— The following pages will primarily show il-
lustrations of the multi-color analog instru-
ment cluster*. The display and/or position
of the element shown may vary in mono-
chrome instrument clusters or in the Audi
virtual cockpit*.
— You can select the units used for tempera-
ture, speed, and other measurements in the
Infotainment system > page 230.
— 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.
— Depending on vehicle equipment, the in-
strument illumination (needles and gauges)
may turn on when the lights are off and the
ignition is switched on. The illumination for
the gauges reduces automatically and even-
tually turns off as brightness outside in-
creases. This function reminds the driver to
turn the low beams on at the appropriate
time.
Coolant temperature
display
Applies to: vehicles with a coolant temperature indicator
The coolant temperature display @) > page 14
only functions when the ignition is switched on.
To reduce the risk of engine damage, please ob-
serve 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 311.
@) 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.
—The front spoiler also helps to distribute
cooling air correctly while driving. If the
spoiler is damaged, the cooling effect will
be impaired and the risk of the engine over-
heating will increase. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility for assistance.
Tachometer
The tachometer (2) > page 14 displays the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). The be-
ginning of the red zone in the tachometer indi-
cates the maximum permissible engine speed for
all gears once the engine has been broken in and
when it is warm. Before reaching the red zone,
you should shift into the next higher gear, choose
the "D" or "S" selector lever position, or remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Displaying the tachometer
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
> Open the first vehicle functions tab using the
<1/D button on the multifunction steering
wheel.
> Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument
cluster: Turn the left thumbwheel on the multi-
function steering wheel until the Tachometer
appears in the instrument cluster.
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Instrument cluster

the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond.
On-board computer
In the trip computer, you can call up the follow-
ing displays one after the other by turning the
left thumbwheel on the multifunction steering
wheel:
— Date > page 230
— Remaining range
— Plug-in hybrid drive*: speedometer > page 15,
range > page 81, energy flow display
=> page 80
— Short-term memory &
— Average consumption
— Long-term memory
— Engine oil temperature*
The short-term memory collects driving informa-
tion from the time the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off. If you continue driving within
two hours after switching the ignition off, the
new values are included when calculating the cur-
rent trip information.
Unlike the short-term memory, the long-term
memory is not erased automatically. You can se-
lect the time period for evaluating trip informa-
tion yourself.
@ Tips
The date, time of day, and time and date for-
mat can be set in the Infotainment system
=> page 230.
ries a ate eli)
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency program
Resetting values to zero
> To reset the values in the respective memory to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond.
The efficiency program can help you to use less
fuel. It evaluates driving information in reference
to fuel consumption and shows other equipment
influencing consumption. Economy tips provide
advice for efficient driving.
The efficiency program receives distance and con-
sumption data from the short-term memory. If
the data in the efficiency program is deleted, the
values in the short-term memory are also reset.
The following additional displays may be availa-
ble in the efficiency program, depending on vehi-
cle equipment:
— Other equipment: other equipment that is cur-
rently affecting fuel consumption is listed in
the efficiency program. The display shows up to
three other equipment items. The equipment
using the most power is listed first. If more
than three items using power are switched on,
the equipment that is currently using the most
power is displayed. A chart also shows you the
current total of all other consumers.
— Economy tips: in certain situations, economy
tips appear automatically for a short time in
the efficiency program. If you follow these
economy tips, you can reduce your vehicle's fuel
consumption. To turn an economy message off
immediately after it appears, press any button
on the multifunction steering wheel.
Engine oil temperature display and boost
indicator
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature display/boost
indicator
Engine oil temperature indicator
Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument clus-
ter: The engine oil temperature is only shown on
the lap timer display > page 117.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit: The
engine oil temperature is only displayed in the
enhanced view or in the sport view* > page 19.
When engine oil temperatures are low, the dis-
play --- °F (--- °C) appears in the instrument clus-
ter.
The engine has reached its operating tempera-
ture when the engine oil temperature is between
176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under normal
driving conditions. The engine oil temperature
may be higher if there is heavy engine load and
high temperatures outside. This is not a cause for
concern as long as the 2 => page 308 or =
= page 308 indicator lights do not turn on.
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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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High-voltage system

High-voltage system
General information
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
All work done on the high-voltage system must
only be performed by certified high-voltage tech-
nicians at authorized Audi dealers or authorized
Audi Service Facilities in accordance with Audi
guidelines.
The high-voltage system is composed of the fol-
lowing high-voltage components, among other
things: the high-voltage battery, the power elec-
tronics, the electric motor, the high-voltage A/C
compressor, the high-voltage heater, the charg-
ing system and charging port, and the orange
high-voltage wiring.
The high-voltage battery is located on the vehicle
underbody in front of the rear axle and does not
require any maintenance from the driver.

ZA WARNING
The voltage in the high-voltage system is life-
threatening. Touching a damaged high-volt-
age component can result in a fatal electric
shock. The components in the high-voltage
system are marked with a warning label which
warns against the high-voltage.
— The voltage level in the high-voltage system
is still dangerous and potentially life-threat-
ening when the ignition is switched off.
— Never perform work on the orange high-
voltage cables or on other high-voltage
components. Only authorized repair facili-
ties that are certified may perform work on
the high-voltage system.
— Never damage, alter or remove the orange
high-voltage cable or disconnect it from the
high-voltage system.
— Never perform any work using cutting, shap-
ing or sharp-edged tools or heat sources
near the high-voltage system and high-volt-
age cables.
— Gases that escape from the high-voltage
battery can be poisonous or flammable.

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— Damage to the high-voltage battery could
cause the high-voltage battery to leak im-
mediately or in the future, and poisonous or
flammable gases could escape. Do not in-
hale the gases!
— Do not expose yourself to any leaking fluids
and do not come into contact with them.
— The high-voltage battery electrolyte fluid is
caustic. If electrolyte fluid comes into con-
tact with the skin, flush the affected area for
at least 15 minutes with clean water. Then
wash the affected area with soap. Have the
affected area examined by a medical profes-
sional.
— In the event of a technical emergency, in-
form the responders that the vehicle is
equipped with a high-voltage battery.
@) Note
— The high-voltage system can be damaged if
the vehicle underbody comes into contact
with the ground. Immediately drive your ve-
hicle to an authorized repair facility and
have it inspected.
— The electric drive motor can become very
hot during operation. Do not stop the vehi-
cle if there is oil, fuel residue or other flam-
mable substances under or next to the vehi-
cle.
Special considerations for the high-voltage
battery
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

Please first read and note the introductory infor-
mation and heed the warnings > page 96.
All batteries age with use and over time. There
are things you should know about the care of the
high voltage battery that will help it keep giving
you good service and reliability over time. Please
read and keep the following information in mind
while you enjoy the performance and economy of
your vehicle.
— Be sure to charge the high voltage battery be-
fore leaving the vehicle parked and unused for a
longer period of time. Ideally the high-voltage >