2020 AUDI A5 fuel consumption

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Instrument cluster

> Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument
cluster: Open the lap timer > page 128.
Vehicle functions
The trip computer is displayed in the first tab of
the driver information system. Additional vehicle
functions can be accessed depending on the vehi-
cle equipment.
> Press the £=] button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel.
— On-board computer >page 15
—Lap times > page 128
— Lap statistics > page 128
— Reduced display > page 13
On-board computer
Resetting values to zero
Requirement: the Fuel consumption, Short-term
memory, or Long-term memory display must be
selected.
> 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.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can call
up the following displays in the on-board com-
puter one at a time by turning the left thumb-
wheel on the multifunction steering wheel:
— Time and date > page 213
— Level
— Digital speedometer
— Average consumption > page 15
— Range
— Short-term memory overview
— Long-term memory overview
— Energy consumers > page 15
— Driver assistance
— Traffic sign recognition and traffic light infor-
mation
Short-term memory and long-term memory
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 will be included when calculating the
current 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.
Average consumption
The current consumption can be shown using a
bar graph. The average consumption stored in
the short-term memory is also displayed. If the
bar is green, your vehicle is saving fuel (for exam-
ple, using recuperation).
Energy consumers
The Energy consumers view lists other equip-
ment that is currently affecting fuel consump-
tion. The display shows up to three 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 gauge also
shows the current total consumption of all other
equipment.
Gi) Tips
The date, time of day, and time and date for-
mat can be set > page 213.
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Checking and Filling

— Do not use any gasoline mixture whose
composition cannot be identified.
— Audi does not assume any responsibility for
damage to the fuel system or for perform-
ance problems caused by using gasoline
mixtures different from those specified.
This type of damage also does not fall under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under
the emissions control system warranty.
— If you notice a higher fuel consumption or
poor handling or performance problems due
to such gasoline mixtures, we recommend
fueling with unblended gasoline.
Gasoline additives
An important issue for many automobile manu-
facturers is combustion residue in the engine
that results from the use of certain fuels.

Although types of gasoline differ depending on
the manufacturer, there are similarities. Certain
substances in the gasoline may cause deposits in
the engine. Additives in the gasoline that should
keep the engine and fuel system clean do not all
function equally.
Audi recommends using TOP TIER Detergent Gas-
oline. For additional information on TOP TIER De-
tergent Gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
If you use incorrect fuels over a long period of
time, the maximum engine performance may be
impaired by combustion residue.
@) Note
— Damage or malfunctions caused by the use
of incorrect types of gasoline are not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
— Only gasoline additives that have been ap-
proved by Audi may be used.
Refueling
Messages
[i Tank system: malfunction! Please contact
Service
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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.
Fueling procedure


Fig. 161 Right rear side of the vehicle: opening the fuel
filler door

Fig. 162 Fuel filler door with attached fuel cap
The fuel filler door is unlocked or locked by the
central locking system.
> Unlock the vehicle if necessary.
> Press on the left side of the fuel filler door to
open it > fig. 161.
> Unscrew the tank cap counterclockwise.
> Place the cap from above on the open fuel filler
door > fig. 162.
> Insert the fuel pump nozzle all the way into the
fuel filler neck.
> Begin fueling. Once the fuel pump nozzle turns
off the first time, the fuel tank is full. Do not
continue fueling, or else the expansion space in
the tank will be filled with fuel.
> 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.

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Checking and Filling

> Read the oil level in the display. Add engine oil — If you believe that your engine has in-
if the bar in the oil level indicator is just below creased its oil consumption, contact an au-
“min” > page 225. thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to determine the cause.
@) Note Please note that an exact oil consumption
measurement must be done with the neces-
sary care and accuracy and may take time.
An authorized Audi dealer or authorized
@ Tips Audi Service Facility is trained in accurately
measuring the oil consumption.
— You can find information on engine oil and
engine oil capacities for the USA at www.
audiusa.com/help/maintenance, or for Can-
ada at www.audi.ca/ca/web/en/
customer-area/care-and-maintenance/
audi-service-schedules.html, or call
. 800-822-2834.
@) Tips
lira ced ai 0.5 quart/600 miles (0.5 liter/1,000 km), de- Eeue
If the engine oil level is too low or too high,
there is a risk of engine damage.
The oil level indicator in the display is only an
informational display. If the oil level is too
low, a minimum oil warning appears in the in-
strument cluster. Add oil and close the hood.
The current oil level will be displayed on the
MMI the next time the ignition is switched on.





pending on driving style and operating condi- S
tions. Consumption may be higher during the 5
first 3,000 miles (5,000 km). The engine oil a
level must be checked regularly. It is best to
check each time you refuel your vehicle and
before long drives.
— Because of the lubrication and cooling of
the engine, combustion engines consume
oil. The oil consumption varies depending
on the engine and may change during the Fig. 168 Engine compartment: engine oil filler opening
service life of the engine. Engines generally cover
consume more oil at the beginning during
the break-in period. Then oil consumption Observe the safety precautions > A\ in General
stabilizes after the break-in period. information on page 221.
— Under normal conditions, oil consumption > Turn the engine off.
depends on the quality and viscosity of the > Open the hood > page 222.
oil, the engine RPM, the climate conditions, > Unscrew the cap %z for the engine oil filler
and the road conditions. The dilution of oil opening © fig. 168.
from condensation or fuel residue as well as > Carefully add 0.5 quart (0.5 liter) of the correct
the age of the oil also play a role. Because oil > page 223.
engine wear increases with mileage, oil con- > Close the engine oil filler opening cap.
sumption will increase again over time until > Close the hood © page 222.
it may be necessary to replace worn compo- > Restart the ignition after two minutes and read
nents. the current oil level in the MMI > page 224,
— Because all these variables play a role, it is Checking the engine oil level.
not possible to define an oil consumption > Add more oil if necessary. >
standard. Therefore, the oil level must be
checked regularly.
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Wheels

increase the tire pressure to the
maximum specified pressure > A.
Checking and correcting tire
pressure
>Check the tire pressure at least
once per month and also check it
before every long drive.
> Always check the tire pressure
when the tires are cold. Do not
reduce the pressure if it increas-
es when the tires are warm.
>Refer to the sticker > fig. 176
for the correct tire pressure.
> Correct the tire pressure if nec-
essary.
> Save the changed tire pressure
> page 253.
> Check the pressure in the spare
tire (compact spare tire)*. Al-
ways maintain the maximum
temperature that is specified for
the tire.


the risk of an accident. Read
and follow the important safe-
ty precautions in > page 247.
—The tire must flex more if the
tire pressure is too low or if
the vehicle speed or load are
too high. This heats the tire up
too much. This increases the
risk of an accident because it
can cause the tire to burst and
result in loss of vehicle con-
trol.
—Incorrect tire pressure increas-
es tire wear and has a negative
effect on driving and braking
behavior, which increases the
risk of an accident.



Z\ WARNING
Always adapt the tire pressure
to your driving style and the ve-
hicle load.
—Overloading can lead to loss of
vehicle control and increase

@) Note
Replace lost valve caps to re-
duce the risk of damage to the
tire valves.
(*) For the sake of the envi-
ronment
Tire pressure that is too low in-
creases fuel consumption.
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Wheels


ZA WARNING
Wheel bolts that are tightened or repaired in-
correctly can become loose and result in loss
of vehicle control, which increases the risk of
an accident. For the correct tightening specifi-
cation, see > page 265, Finishing.
— Always keep the wheel bolts and the threads
in the wheel hub clean and free of grease.
— Only use wheel bolts that fit the rim.
— Always have damaged rims repaired by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Never repair or disassemble
rims yourself, because this increases the risk
of an accident.
Winter tires significantly improve the vehicle's
handling when driving in winter conditions. Be-
cause of their construction (width, compound,
tread pattern), summer tires provide less traction
on ice and snow.

>» Use winter tires on all four wheels.
> Only use winter tires that are approved for your
vehicle.
> Please note that the maximum permitted
speed may be lower with winter tires > A\ in
General information on page 234. An author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility can inform you about the maximum per-
mitted speed for your tires.
> Check the tire pressure after installing wheels
> page 244.
The effectiveness of winter tires is reduced great-
ly when the tread is worn down to a depth of
0.16 in (4 mm). The characteristics of winter tires
also decrease greatly as the tire ages, regardless
of the remaining tread.
@ For the sake of the environment
Reinstall summer tires at the appropriate
time, because they provide better handling
when roads are free of snow and ice. Summer
tires cause less road noise, tire wear, and fuel
consumption.
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G) Tips
You can also use all season tires instead of
winter tires. Please note that in some coun-
tries where winter tires are required, only win-
ter tires with the 44 symbol may be permit-
ted.
Snow chains improve both driving and braking in
winter road conditions.
> Only install snow chains on the front wheels.
> Check and correct the seating of the snow
chains after driving a few feet, if necessary. Fol-
low the instructions from the manufacturer.
> Note the maximum speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h). Observe the local regulations.
Use of snow chains is only permitted with certain
rim/tire combinations due to technical reasons.
Check with an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility to see if you may use
snow chains.
Use fine-mesh snow chains. They must not add
more than 0.53 in (13.5 mm) in height, including
the chain lock.
You must remove the snow chains on roads with-
out snow. Otherwise, you could impair driving
ability and damage the tires.

ZX WARNING
Using incorrect snow chains or installing snow
chains incorrectly can result in loss of vehicle
control, which increases the risk of an acci-
dent.
C) Note
Snow chains can damage the rims and wheel
covers* if the chains come into direct contact
with them. Remove the wheel covers* first.
Use coated snow chains.
G) Tips
When using snow chains, it may be advisable
to limit the ESC > page 118.

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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 of 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
Certain components in your vehicle such as
undeployed airbag modules, pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain Per-
chlorate Material - special handling may ap-
ply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate. When the vehicle or parts of the
restraint system including airbag modules
and safety belts with pretensioners are scrap-
ped, all applicable laws and regulations must
be observed. Your authorized Audi dealer is
familiar with these requirements and we rec-
ommend that you have your dealer perform
this service for you.
(i) Tips
Because of your vehicle's aluminum body de-
sign, all service and repair procedures
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Luggage compartment lid............... 37
Luggage compartment lid with foot motion . 39
Panoramic glass roof...............0005 42
PoWertOpy « » cscs w x eran xs soaner ea mews a ee 47
Sunshade (roof)... .. 6.2... 0. scene eee 42
WITGOWS = saws 2 2 eeuse 5 ¢ eae x 5 eee 6 2 ae 41
Cockpit dimming................02-000 59
Cockpit (overview) ..............0000000 ee 6
Color code... 2... ccc cece ee eee eee eee 283
Compact spare tire........... 0... eee eee 265
GOMPATEMENES!s «6 cave » 6 eunwma » x avers ¥ vara 88
Gompassimtheiminor’s « wim 2 wiwe ax sae x 64
Complianees: « wos ss sews sv aaa « 2 eae x es 281
Conference Calleces = = sews se pews te ees ea: 171
Configuration wizard...............2.00. 18
CONNECE. ke ee ees 176
Data plans: « seis ss nen se nce + een ooo 180
Datta Privatyinns « ws 3 x esmem + onemoai « + arenes 277
Emergency call................-0000- 181
Infotainment): « : sues ¢ s wens « = wows 2 ew 176
Infotainment services...........00000- 177
Online roadside assistance............. 182
Vehicle control services.............0.. 178
Connected devices
Device Overview asics « ssasin sv mses + wave 214
Connections
refer to Media...............0-.- 202, 204
Consumer information................05 278
Consumption
Reducing.......... cee eee eee eee ee 107
Consumption: (Fuel), « wvccwis ow menos © setewe a = ee 15
Contacts
Importing and exporting.............. 173
Updating inthe MMI.................. 173
also refer to Directory..............005 170
Convenience: key: - wevu 2 5 ween ss eee sy were 30
Convenience closing................00 42
also refer to Vehicle key..........-...-. 34
Convenience opening and closing
Windows or panoramic glass roof........ 42
Coolant temperature display.............. 13
Cooling system
Adding
coolant « vss 4 i seen se ecw ae eee 228
Checking the coolant level............. 228
Coolant... 6... cece eee eee eee eee eee 227
Cornering
light. ............. 0. eee e eee 54
Cruise control system.............2+--5 130
Cup holdersyincss «a sive sx onmn oe waren oe eww s 88
Current consumption ...........ceeee cece 15
D
Data module
Serialinumber (IMED) « sevice es ciseava ao wenuane 172
Data plans sorsacs « 0 sersene ¢ o aoeees ¥ o mesa & 8 wa 180
Data Privacy’: « sass gs wows oo eau ¢ 8 mews 2 277
Daté seuss x 2 eyes 2 x eae ¢ # eieS 7 ReuEmS 3 Re 15
SeOTtHA G's » cca oo cess 2 v emeee oo evans o & sae 213
Daytime running lights.................. 54
Declaration of compliance............... 281
DEF {instrument cluster) . vii s vous ss oes Li
Demo mode
refer to Presentation mode............. 193
Destination onthe map...............4. 186
Detailsi: « « wees 2 wen 2: meme oe woe sg co 186
Determining correct load limit........... 249
Digital compass .......... 06. e cece eee eee 64
Dimensions. ...........0.00 000 eee eee 283
Dimming the exterior mirrors............. 60
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 60
DineGtOnyics « » secu « 0 sxeums © o omemeus aw o seers @ & 3 170
Business card. ..........0 0.02000 e eee 170
SOttingS
sacs « s wees + eeee Fs ROER ee SOE F L72
Display
GlOANING)'s » » sews ¢ 2 ewes o © wee oe Rew BBE 257
Displaying tool tips ssc «2 ces ss een ys eee 18
Disposal: s ¢ eens ¢ z sree 5 sees ge eee ae 278
Distance... 0.0... eee eee ee 15
Distance warning..............-.0-.0-. 143
Doors
Child safety LOCK weer: ¢ x oes 2 2 wen 2 5 ewe 40
Door'contact Switch « « sisi és sien a 0 aera oa 58
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 32
Driver information system................ 12
Drives
refer to Media.............000005 202, 204
Drive select
refer to Audi drive select............... 114
Drive systeM.. 1.2... eee eee eee 106
Audi drive select): seo. < ¢ sau 2s some 2 oe 114
Drive system (message)................. 108
Driving down hills.............2.-0000- 112

Index

Driving programs « = sscses x « soins wo soasmes © w vee 140
Driving through water...............005 112
DIVING CINe’s s « ees 5 e com s ean « pee a so 15
Driving tips
Driving through water................. 112
Efficient driving.............00- eee ee 107
Uphilland downhill................... 112
DFiVING Up Hills: < » cams zs saws to eee eo eee 112
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter................. 95
DyNamMie Steering « zeny + v sews s wrens + pees 115
E
E-mail
MessageOptionSten so sis 6 2 ames so eeu o 174
SettingS 0.6... cece eee eee eee 174
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock...... 116
EDR
Event Data Recorder...............0.. 275
Efficiency assist.........2....02-000 ee 131
Electrical system. .........-. cee eee eee 229
Electromechanical parking brake......... 110
Electronic Differential Lock.............. Liz
ElectronicimmMobiliZetivcn. s & scsi av areas 6 ease 34
Electronic Stabilization Control........... 116
Embedded. SIM ard « csies ss sss sc cae sve 177
Emergency assistance...............-0. 260
Emergency braking function............. 111
Emergency call..............2200. 172,181
Emergency flashers.............2.-.000- 57
Emergency mode..............--00000- 105
Emergency operation
DOOrs 0... eee ee 32
Fueltillerdoor'ss + say « s nome o < ome a ¢ ae 220
Luggage compartment lid............... 40
Panoramic glass roof.............000005 43
Emissions control system...........005- 220
ERErQy CONSUMES! . «servis oo scesnce © enateny # ae 15
Energy Management’. « scisie + «ssw © ieee a» 107
Engine
Breakingin........... cee ee eee eee eee 106
GOOlANt sxe: 5 = gems x eee 2 s eeeE Ee EE 227
EmergencyStop's « « swsis «0 case oe rene & oe 100
Jump starting....................00. 266
288
Start/Stop system © cw... ese ve cee ee 107
Starting/stopping..............ee eee 100
Engine compartment
Opening and closing the hood.......... 222
OVEIVIEW's sees oo sees oo ees on eo @ 2 oe 223
Safety precautions............ 0. eee eee 221
Engine oil
Adding ......... 0. cece eee eee eee 223
CHANGING as = « cows « « cows a a news a x caw 2 226
Checking oil-level).... «cscs as west ao esoowse a 223
Consumption ...........0.0-.0 eee eee 223
Indicator light’: » wces «eos ss sews ee rows 224
Replacement interval................. 233
Temperature display................005 14
Engine sound
Audi drive select..................0.. 114
Engine Start/Stop mode
refer to Start/Stop system............. 107
Efigine Startisystem «in : seem es news & exe 101
Engine stop
refer to Start/Stop system............. 107
Entry/exit lightinGjas « « seus « « sayes « s meas a 2 Sf
Etitity ASSIStAnICE’s s 2 ews 5 2 eee § x epee a eRe 69
also refer to Exit assistance............. 69
also refer to Seats...... 0.0.0. cee eee 69
Environment
Unleaded gasoline............ eee eee 217
ESC Sport... 0.0... cece eee eee eee 118
eSIM
refer to Embedded SIM card............ 177
Event Data Recorder (EDR).............. 275
Exit assistance... 2.2... 60.0.0. cece eee ee 69
Exit WaPOiAGp esse + « sowie 9 0 conse +» eneieue © 8 arene IS2
EXteriOnantenina « was: x + wesw » x nse os canes 167
Exterior lig hitingiecs + + smwas % « somes w 2 amvane «0 see 54
Exteri@r MIPfOPS scsi = see = o ise 2 wom 2 2 60
Folding settings................00 ee eee 31
External voice operation..............-4. 25
F
Factory default settings
Multi Media Interface................. 214
Fast forwarding and rewinding (media files) . 204
Fast forwarding (media files)............ 204
FaStTOutels «cna « o anc © 6 ews +o airs © we 184