2020 AUDI A6 transmission

Wheels

Glossary of tire and loading
terminology
Accessory weight
means the combined weight (in
excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steer-
ing, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio, and
heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether in-
stalled or not).
Aspect ratio
means the ratio of the height to
the width of the tire in percent.
Numbers of 55 or lower indicate a
low sidewall for improved steer-
ing response and better overall
handling on dry pavement.
Bead
means the part of the tire that is
made of steel wires, wrapped or
reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim.
Bead separation
means a breakdown of the bond
between components in the bead.
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Cord
means the strands forming the
plies in the tire.
Cold tire inflation pressure
means the tire pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufac-
turer for a tire of a designated
size that has not been driven for
more than a couple of miles (kilo-
meters) at low speeds in the three
hour period before the tire pres-
sure is measured or adjusted.
Curb weight
means the weight of a motor ve-
hicle with standard equipment in-
cluding the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil, and coolant, air condi-
tioning and additional weight of
optional equipment.
Extra load tire
means a tire designed to operate
at higher loads and at higher in-
flation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire. Extra load
tires may be identified as “XL”,
“xl”, “EXTRA LOAD”, or “RF” on
the sidewall.

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Emergency assistance

> With the engines running, remove the cables in
reverse order of the way they were installed.
> Close the red cover on the positive terminal.

ZA WARNING
— Never connect the jump start cable directly
to your vehicle battery. Only use the connec-
tions in the engine compartment.
— Do not touch the non-insulated parts of the
terminal clamps. The cable must also not
come into contact with vehicle components
that conduct electricity when it is connected
to the positive vehicle battery terminal. This
can cause a short circuit.
— The plugs on the battery cells must not be
opened.
— Keep ignition sources (such as open flames,
burning cigarettes, etc.) away from the vehi-
cle batteries to reduce the risk of an explo-
sion.
— Route the jump start cables so they cannot
get caught in the moving parts in the other
vehicle's engine compartment.

@) Note
Please note that the connecting process previ-
ously described for the jump start cables is in-
tended for when your vehicle is being jump
started.
@) Tips
Make sure that the connected jump start ca-
bles have sufficient contact with metal.
Towing
General information
You should only perform the steps that follow if
you have the necessary tools and technical ex-
pertise.
Towing requires a certain amount of practice.
Audi recommends contacting a towing company
to have the vehicle transported.
You should only have your vehicle towed by an-
other vehicle when disabled in exceptional cir-
cumstances. Inexperienced drivers should not
tow.
Notes on towing
When the engine is stopped, the transmission
will not be sufficiently lubricated if traveling at
high speeds and long distances:
— The maximum permitted towing speed is 30
mph (50 km/h).
—The maximum permitted towing distance is 30
miles (50 km).
Additional information on towing with a tow
truck
The vehicle may only be towed with the front axle
raised. Do not wrap any chains or cables around
the brake lines.
Tow bar and towing cable
The vehicle can be towed with a tow bar or tow-
ing cable. Both drivers should be familiar with
the special considerations when towing, especial-
ly when using a towing cable.
Always make sure the traction force does not ex-
ceed the permitted level and there are no shock
loading conditions. There is always the risk of the
coupling becoming overloaded when driving off-
road.
For the most safety and security, drive with a tow
bar. You should use a towing cable only if a tow
bar is not available. Use a towing cable made of
synthetic elastic cable similar elastic material.

ZA WARNING
— Towing highly increases the risk of an acci-
dent, for example from colliding with the
towing vehicle.
— To reduce the risk of an accident, do not al-
low anyone to remain inside the vehicle
when it is being transported by a tow truck
or a special transporter.
C) Note
—If normal towing is not possible, for exam-
ple if the transmission is faulty or if the
towing distance is greater than 30 miles

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(50 km), then transport the vehicle on a
special carrier.
— If the vehicle is towed by a tow truck at the
axle that is not permitted, this can cause se-
vere damage to the transmission.
— The vehicle must not be tow started for
technical reasons.
@) Tips
— If the power supply is interrupted, then it
will not be possible to move the selector
lever out of the "P" position. The parking
lock must be released using the emergency
release before towing the vehicle
> page 98.
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 149 when
loading the vehicle onto a vehicle carrier,
train, ship, or other type of transportation,
or when towing the vehicle. This can prevent
an undesired intervention from the pre
sense* system.
— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 281.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 282,
> page 283.
> Make sure the towing cable is not twisted. Oth-
erwise it could disconnect from the towing loop
while towing.
> Switch the emergency flashers on in both
vehicles > page 51. However, do not do this if it
prohibited by law.
Towing vehicle (front)
> Only start to drive when the towing cable is
taut.
> Press the brake pedal very carefully.
> Avoid sudden braking or driving maneuvers.
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Vehicle being towed (rear)
> Make sure the ignition is switched on so that
the steering wheel is not locked and so that you
can use the turn signals, the horn, and the
windshield wipers if needed > A\.
> Switching it off before the vehicle has stopped
may
impair the function of the brake booster
and power steering. You would then need to
use more force to steer and brake the vehicle.
> Release the parking brake > page 104.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.

ZA WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical
power.
Front towing loop


Fig. 179 Front bumper: installing the towing loop
The threaded opening for the towing loop is lo-
cated on the right side of the front bumper.
> Remove the towing loop from the vehicle tool
kit > page 272.
> Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
=> fig. 179. The cap will loosen from the bump-
er.
> Tighten the towing loop in the threaded open-
ing until it stops and then tighten it with a
wheel wrench.
>» After using, place the towing loop back in the
vehicle tool kit.

ZA WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be >

4K0012721BD

Fuses and bulbs


This can cause damage to the electrical sys-
tem and increases the risk of fire.

Fuse panel (@) (black)


C) Note
If a new fuse burns out again shortly after you
have installed it, have the electrical system
checked as soon as possible by an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty:
G@) Tips
— The following table does not list fuse loca-
tions that are not used.
— Some of the equipment listed in the follow-
ing tables applies only to certain model ver-
sions or certain optional equipment.
Fuse assignment - left footwell
RAZ-0195
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BARRIER P ala


Fig. 184 Left footwell: fuse panel with plastic clip
The fuse assignment @) and @) is in the opposite
order on right-hand drive vehicles.
4 |Engine components

Brake light sensor

Engine valves

Engine components

Engine components

WOl/OINI
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Engine components

10 | Oil pressure sensor, oil temperature sensor

11 | Engine components

12 | Engine components

13 | Engine cooling

14 | Engine control module, fuel injectors

15 | Engine sensors

16 | Fuel pump

Fuse panel @ (red)

z ° . | Equipment

Anti-theft alarm system

Engine control module

Left front lumbar support

Horn

Parking brake

Gateway control module (diagnosis)

Roof electronics control module

Driver assistance systems control module

BR o Airbag control module

Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC), An-
i
ti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

12 | Diagnostic connector, light/rain sensor

13 | Climate control system

14 | Right front door control module

Climate control system compressor, body
15 .
electronics

Auxiliary battery control module, brake
16 .
system pressure reservoir

Fuse panel (8) (red)


Fuse panel (@) (black)
No. | Equipment

No. | Equipment

Engine ignition coils

Catalytic converter heating High-voltage heating, compressor

2 |Engine components


Engine mount


Engine components

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wir
Automatic transmission

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Fuses and bulbs












Fuse assignm ide of cockpit


Fig. 185 Left side of the cockpit: fuse panel with plastic

























Fuse panel @) (red)
7 |Instrument panel
8 | Climate control system fresh air blower
9 | Windshield wiper control module
10 | Dynamic steering
11 | Engine start
12 | Automatic transmission
Fuse panel @) (black)
No. | Equipment
1 |Front seat heating
2 |Windshield wipers
3 | Left headlight electronics
4 | Panoramic glass roof
5 |Left front door control module
6 |Sockets
7 |Right rear door control module
8 |AWD control module
9 | Right headlight electronics
10 Windshield washer system/headlight
washer system
11 | Left rear door control module
12 | Parking heater
Fuse panel G) (brown)
No. | Equipment
Seat ventilation, seat electronics, rearview
1 | mirror, rear climate control panel, diag-
nostic connector
2 Vehicle electrical system control module,
gateway control module
3 | Sound actuator/exhaust sound tuning
4 |Transmission heating valve
5 |Engine start
8 | Night vision assist, active roll stabilization
9 |Adaptive cruise assist, front radar
11 Intersection assistant, driver assist sys-
tems
12 | Exterior sound



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Fuse panel (@) (black)
No. | Equipment
2 | Steering column adjustment
3 | CD/DVD player
4 | Steering column electronics
5S | Light switch, switch panels
6 |Volume control
7 |Instrument cluster
8 |Upper/lower display
9 |Steering wheel heating
Fuse panel (2) (brown)
No. | Equipment
2 |MMI Infotainment system control module
Audi music interface
4 |Head-up display
5 Climate control system, fragrance system,
lonizer
9 |Steering column lock

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Fuses and bulbs

Fuse assign uggage compa
[RAZ-0196


Fig. 186 Luggage compartment floor: fuse panel with


Fuse panel @) (red)
7 Hybrid remote-controlled interior climate
control
8 | Hybrid A/C compressor
9 |Auxiliary battery control module










10 | Hybrid high-voltage battery
11 | Hybrid charger
14 | Thermomanagement, water pump
15 | Thermomanagement control module
16 | Gateway
Fuse panel @) (brown)
No. | Equipment
1 | Driver assist systems control module
2 |Audi phone box, roof antenna
3 Front seat electronics, right lumbar sup-
port
4 |Side assist
5 |Rear climate control system control panel
6 |Tire pressure monitoring system
7 |Emergency call system
8 Parking heater radio receiver, fuel tank
monitoring
9 |Automatic transmission selector lever



10
TV tuner, data exchange and telematics
control module









plastic clip
Fuse panel ( (black)
No. | Equipment
3 | Passenger’s side rear safety belt tensioner
4 |Driver’s side rear safety belt tensioner
5 | Air suspension
6 |Automatic transmission
7 |Rear sliding sunroof, rear spoiler
8 | Rear seat heating
9 | Left tail light
10 | Front belt tensioner on driver's side
Luggage compartment lid central locking,
11 | fuel filler door, luggage compartment cov-
er















12 |Luggage compartment lid control module
Fuse panel (2) (red)
No. | Equipment
1 | Suspension stabilization control module
2 |Service disconnect switch
4 | Electric motor
5 | Brake system
6 |High-voltage battery water pump
11 | Vehicle opening/start (NFC)
12 | Garage door opener
13 | Rearview camera, peripheral cameras
14 | Central locking, right tail light
16 Front belt tensioner on front passenger's
side
Fuse panel @) (black)
No. | Equipment
Not assigned
Fuse panel 6) (red)
No. | Equipment
3 Exhaust treatment, sound actuator, AC
socket
4 |Rear climate control system control panel
5 |Right trailer hitch light

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Data privacy

Adjusting individual privacy settings
In the MMI, you can adjust individually which da-
ta should be transmitted from the vehicle. If you
switch on a data category, the data will be trans-
mitted.
() Note
You are responsible for all precautions taken
for data protection, anti-virus protection, and
protection against loss of data on mobile de-
vices that are used to access the Internet
through the Wi-Fi hotspot.
@) Tips
— The following interfaces are not affected by
changes to the privacy settings: Bluetooth,
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, Audi
smartphone interface (ASI), Near Field
Communication (NFC), charging communi-
cation (high-voltage system), Electronic Toll
Collect (ETC), On-Board Diagnostic System
(OBD) if equipped.
— If the maximum privacy settings are switch-
ed on, your vehicle may not receive security
updates and certificates for establishing an
encrypted connection, depending on vehicle
equipment. In order to receive security up-
dates and certificates, switch the maximum
privacy settings off for at least ten minutes
every six months. Make sure that your vehi-
cle is connected to the Internet. A symbol in
the MMI status bar indicates if the required
data connection is available > page 22.
— If the transmission of data is limited, it will
have the following effects on the exchange
of data for Audi connect services and emer-
gency calls, if equipped:
— The emergency call function will remain
available without restrictions and will con-
tinue to transmit data.
—If an online roadside assistance call is ini-
tiated, no data will be transmitted, but a
call will be made.
— If the Geofencing Alert, Speed Alert,
and/or Valet Alert services have been acti-
vated by the key user, then they will re-
main available without restrictions and
continue to transmit data.
— Stored destinations (favorites, last desti-
nations) are only stored in the vehicle. If
you allow transmission of data again,
these destinations will be synchronized via
the myAudi account. To prevent synchroni-
zation of destinations, delete the destina-
tions before you allow data to be trans-
mitted again.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect Infotainment
AUDI AG collects, uses, stores and shares your
personal information, such as contact data, vehi-
cle data, usage data, driving data and precise ge-
olocation, in order to provide you with the prod-
ucts and services you have purchased or request-
ed, and for a number of other purposes, for ex-
ample, to track quality issues, to performance
and safety, to meet our internal compliance or le-
gal requirements and to market to customers
and potential customers. For a more complete
list of the data we collect, how we use it and with
whom we share it, please visit your Audi nation-
al/sales region website at www.audi.com.
The collection, use and sharing may vary depend-
ing on your model and model year, your subscrip-
tion status, or the service offering. For example,
collection, use and sharing may vary between
Audi connect services, if you have designated a
key user, or if you are driving a model equipped
with persistent data logging. Please review the
complete Privacy Statement to understand our
data handling practices with respect to a particu-
lar service.
You can find additional information about our da-
ta privacy practices in your MMI.
> Applies to: MMI: On the home screen, select:
SETTINGS > General > Legal notes > About
Audi connect.
Information about our privacy practices in con-
junction with the mobile Audi connect applica-
tion can be found in the Application’s Privacy
Statement.
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Technical data

Technical data
Identification data
Vehicle data label

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Fig. 188 Vehicle identification label
The vehicle identification label > fig. 188 is locat-
ed in the luggage compartment under the cargo
floor cover.
The vehicle identification label information can
also be found in the Warranty & Maintenance
booklet.
Vehicle data
The sticker contains the following vehicle data:
@® Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
@ Vehicle type, engine output, transmission
® Engine and transmission codes
@ Paint and interior codes
© Optional equipment numbers
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The VIN is located in the following areas:
— Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Settings & Service > Vehicle infor-
mation.
— On the vehicle identification label
— At the front behind the windshield
— inthe engine compartment on the right side
Notes about technical data
The values may vary based on special equipment
as well as market-specific equipment and meas-
uring methods.
Please note that the specifications listed in the
vehicle documentation always take precedence.
@ Tips
Any technical data that is missing was not
available at the time of printing.





Length (in (mm)) | Width (in (mm)) | Width across the | Height at curb
mirrors (in (mm)) | weight (in (mm))
A6 allroad 194.9 (4,951) 74.9 (1,902) 83.1 (2,110) 58.9 (1,497)
A6 sedan 194.4 (4,939) 74.3 (1,886) 83.1 (2,110) 57.4 (1,457)
S6 Sedan 195.0 (4,954) 74.3 (1,886) 83.1 (2,110) 56.9 (1,446)

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