2020 AUDI A7 low oil pressure

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Brake system ¥
=> page 100, > page 102,
=> page 236
Steering ¥
=> page 106
Steering lock
=> page 106
Air suspension
=> page 105
Rear spoiler
=>page 110
Electrical system
=> page 236
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 231
Engine oil pressure
=> page 231
Cooling system
=> page 234
Hood
=> page 229
Loose wheel warning
=> page 256
Night vision assist
=>page 125
Night vision assist
=>page 125
Distance warning
=> page 140
Steering intervention request
=> page 136
Safe start monitor
=> page 138,
Driver intervention request
=> page 138
Lane departure warning
> page 141
Lane departure warning
=> page 141
Audi pre sense
=> page 144,
Intersection assist
=> page 150
Yellow indicator lights
Central indicator light
=> page 7
Safety systems ¥
=> page 69
Transmission
=> page 96
Drive system
= page 98
Cooling system
=> page 234
Engine start system
=> page 91
Keys
=> page 91
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 102
Brake system
= page 100
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 108
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 108
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 109
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥
=>page 110
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥
=>page 110
Steering
=> page 106
Steering lock
=> page 106
All wheel drive
=> page 108
Suspension control
=>page 105
Air suspension
=>page 105

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Rear spoiler
=>page 110
Engine speed limitation
>page 15
Tank system
=>page 225
Electrical system
=> page 236
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 231
Engine oil level (MAX)
> page 231
Engine oil sensor
=> page 231
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
v
=>page 227
Engine warm-up request
=> page 231
Washer fluid level
=> page 239
Windshield wipers
=> page 57
Parking system plus
=> page 154
Tire pressure
=> page 258
Tire pressure ¥
> page 258
Loose wheel warning
=> page 256
Bulb failure indicator
=> page 52
Adaptive light
=> page 52
Light/rain sensor
=> page 52, > page 57
Door lock
> page 34
Battery in vehicle key
> page 38


Night vision assist
=> page 126
Intersection assistant
=> page 150
Side assist
=> page 148;
Exit warning
=> page 149
Rear cross-traffic assist
=>page 159
Adaptive cruise assist
=>page 139
Steering intervention request
=> page 136, > page 142
Lane departure warning
=> page 142
Distance warning
=> page 140
Audi pre sense
=>page 146
Emergency assist
=>page 151
Emergency call function
=> page 181
Other indicator lights

Rear safety belt ¥
=> page 66
Start/Stop system
=> page 98
Low beam headlight
=> page 48
Parking light
=> page 48
Turn signals
=> page 49
Cruise control system
=>page
127
Cruise control system
=>page
127
Efficiency assist
=>page 128

Instrument cluster

Engine oil temperature
indicator
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature indicator
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the engine
oil temperature %% may be indicated by a bar in
the instrument cluster.
Requirement: the vehicle functions tab must be
selected.
> Switch to the enhanced view > page 14.
Depending on the vehicle model and the selected
layout, the engine oil temperature may also be
displayed in the default view.
When engine oil temperatures are low, the dis-
play --- °F (--- °C) appears in the instrument clus-
ter. The engine has reached its operating temper-
ature when the engine oil temperature is be-
tween 176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under
normal driving conditions. The engine oil temper-
ature may be higher if there is heavy engine load
and high temperatures outside. This is not a
cause for concern as long as the BB => page 231
or Ed = page 231 indicator lights do not turn on.
Boost indicator
Applies to: vehicles with boost indicator
Depending on vehicle equipment, the current en-
gine load (meaning the current boost pressure)
may be indicated by a bar in the instrument clus-
ter.
Requirement: the vehicle functions tab must be
selected.
> Switch to the enhanced view > page 14.
Depending on the vehicle model and the selected
layout, the boost indicator may also be displayed
in the default view.
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.
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> Press the EE] button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel.
— On-board computer > page 16
— Reduced display > page 14
— Reset trip odometer > page 15
— Lap times > page 123
— Lap statistics > page 124
On-board computer
Resetting values to zero
Requirement: the Consumption, Short-term
memory, or Long-term memory display must be
selected.
> To reset the values in one of the memories to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond, or
> Select on the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > E] button > Reset mi.
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 219
— Digital speedometer
— Average consumption > page 17
— Short-term memory overview
— Long-term memory overview
— Energy consumers > page 17
— 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.

Driving dynamic


— Note that on wet streets, the front wheels
can “hydroplane’” if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive
vehicles, the engine RPM does not increase
suddenly when the vehicle begins hydro-
planing. Adapt your speed to the road condi-
tions to reduce the risk of an accident.
Sport differential
Applies to: vehicles with sport differential


The sport differential distributes the drive power
to the rear axle based on the situation. The goal
is a high level of agility and ability to accelerate
on curves. The vehicle is very responsive to steer-
ing. The settings depend on the selected Audi
drive select* mode.
t3] All-wheel drive: malfunction! You can con-
tinue driving. Please contact Service
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
iT-3| Sport differential: malfunction! Please con-
tact Service
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
2] All-wheel drive: too hot. Please adapt driv-
ing style. See owner's manual
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive
in a less sporty manner until the temperature re-
turns to the normal range and the indicator light
switches of.
3] Sport differential: temperature too high.
Please adapt driving style
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive
in a less sporty manner until the temperature re-
turns to the normal range and the indicator light
switches of.
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AN WARNING
Contact
an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility if the sport differen-
tial is faulty or malfunctioning. The repair
must be performed by trained personnel us-
ing the correct oil in order to ensure safety.

Electronic Stabilization
Control
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical sit-
uations, such as if the vehicle is oversteering or
understeering, or if the wheels are spinning. The
brakes are applied or the engine torque is re-
duced in order to stabilize the vehicle.
If the 3] indicator light blinks while driving, the
ESC is actively regulating.
If the BA indicator light turns on, the system has
switched the ESC off. In this case, you can switch
the ignition off and then on to switch the ESC on
again. The indicator light turns off when the sys-
tem is fully functional.
If the B indicator light turns on, ESC was limit-
ed or switched off manually > page 109.
The following systems are integrated in the ESC:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when brak-
ing. The vehicle can still be steered even during
hard braking. Apply steady pressure to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the pedal.
A pulsing in the brake pedal indicates that the
system is acting to stabilize the vehicle.
Brake assist
The brake assist system can decrease braking dis-
tance. It increases braking power when the driver
presses the brake pedal quickly in emergency sit-
uations. You must press and hold the brake pedal
until the dangerous situation is over. Depending
on the activated driver assistance systems, the >

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Checking and Filling


Audi recommends
Sbastrol | ZIDIGE Prarzssional
Audi recommends using the LongLife high-per-
formance engine oil from Audi Genuine Parts.
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Engine oil pressure


i Turn off engine. Oil pressure too low
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level > page 231.
— If the engine oil level is too low, add engine oil
=> page 232. Only continue driving once the in-
dicator light turns off.
— If the engine oil level is correct and the indica-
tor light still turns on, turn the engine off and
do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.
Engine oil level
& Please add oil immediately.
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level > page 231 and add engine oil
immediately > page 232.
El ada max. x qt (x l) oil. You can continue
driving
Add the amount of oil shown immediately
=> page 232.
Reducing the oil level
A Please reduce oil level
There is too much oil in the engine and there is a
risk of damaging the catalytic converter or en-
gine. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
engine oil extracted if necessary. Avoid high en-
gine speeds, full acceleration, and heavy engine
loads.
Engine oil sensor
Bs Oil level sensor: oil change necessary. Please
contact Service
Fuel has entered the engine oil. This will cause
the engine oil level to rise slowly and the engine
oil quality to decrease. Do not extract engine oil
to reduce the level, because this will increase the
risk of engine damage. Drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility im-
mediately to have engine oil extracted.
& Oil level system: malfunction! Please con-
tact Service
The sensor that checks the engine oil level has
malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty to have the malfunction repaired.
& Oil pressure sensor: malfunction! Please
contact Service
The sensor that checks the engine oil pressure
has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility to have the malfunction repaired.
Engine warm-up request
i Please drive to warm up engine
Fuel has entered the engine oil, either due to low
outside temperatures or frequent short drives.
Drive until the engine is warm so that the fuel in
the engine oil will evaporate. Avoid high engine
speeds, full accelerating, and heavy engine loads
when doing this.
G) Tips
The oil pressure warning =} is not an oil level
indicator. Always check the oil level regularly.
Checking the engine oil level
The engine oil level can be checked in the MMI.
Follow the safety precautions > A\ in General in-
formation on page 227.
>» Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Shut the engine off when it is warm.
> Switch only the ignition back on.
> Wait approximately two minutes.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Settings & Service > Oil level.
> Read the oil level in the display. Add engine oil
if the bar in the oil level indicator is just below
“min” > page 232.
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authorized Audi Service Facility can also pro-
vide you with important information about
the recommended coolant additive.
Checking coolant

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Fig. 149 Engine compartment - Coolant expansion tank:
@ cover with release button; @) markings
Follow the safety precautions > page 227, Gener-
al information.
Checking the coolant level
> Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Open the hood > page 229.
The coolant expansion tank for some engines is
located in the water drip tray under a cover. Slide
the
cover that is located below the windshield
wiper on the front passenger's side toward the
windshield and remove the cover.
> Check the coolant level in the coolant expan-
sion tank > page 230, fig. 147 using the outer
markings @) > fig. 149. The coolant level must
be between the markings @) when the engine is
cold. When the engine is warm it can be slight-
ly above the upper marking.
> If you add coolant to the coolant expansion
tank for the combustion engine, see
=> page 234, Cooling system.
Adding coolant
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of
coolant in the expansion tank >@).
If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water
and coolant additive. Mixing the coolant additive
with distilled water is recommended.
> Allow the engine to cool.
> Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expan-
sion tank cap.
> Push the release button @) > fig. 149 on the
cap and carefully turn it to the left until you
feel resistance > /\.
> Push the release button again and remove the
cap completely.
>» Add coolant mixed in the correct ratio
= page 234 up to the MAX marking.
> Make sure that the fluid level remains stable.
Add more coolant if necessary.
> Turn the cap to the right to tighten it until you
feel resistance a second time.
Coolant loss usually indicates that there is a leak.
Immediately drive your vehicle to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
and have the cooling system inspected. If the
cooling system is not leaking, coolant loss can re-
sult from the coolant boiling due overheating
and then being forced out of the cooling system.

ZA\ WARNING
— The engine compartment in any vehicle can
be a dangerous area. Stop the engine and al-
low it to cool before working in the engine
compartment. Always follow the informa-
tion found in > page 227, General informa-
tion.
— Never open the hood if you can see or hear
steam or coolant escaping from the engine
compartment. This increases the risk of
burns. The cooling system is under pressure.
When you no longer see or hear steam or
coolant escaping, you may open the engine
compartment with caution.
— When working in the engine compartment,
remember that the radiator fan can switch
on even if the ignition is switched off, which
increases the risk of injury.
— Coolant additive and coolant can be danger-
ous to your health. For this reason, store the
coolant in the original container and away
from children. There is a risk of poisoning.

C) Note
Do not add coolant if the expansion tank is
empty. Air could enter the cooling system and >
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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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Wheels

Make sure that the tire designa-
tion on your tire matches the des-
ignation on the tire pressure label
and the tire pressure table.
The following table lists recom-
mended tire pressures in cold
tires according to the load and
the size of the tires installed.







Model/ Tire designation Tire pressure
Engine Normal load Maximum load
(up to three people)?
Front Rear Front Rear
PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA
AT: 245/45 R19102H | 32 220 | 32 | 220 | 35 | 240 | 38 | 260
3.0L 255/40 R20101H | 33 230 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250 | 39 | 270
G-cylinder 255/40R20101Y | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 35 | 240 38 | 260
255/35 R21 98Y 33 230 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250 | 39 | 270
s7: 255/40R20101Y | 36 | 250 | 33 | 230 | 39 | 270 | 42 | 290
2.9L 255/35 R21 98Y 41 280 | 38 | 260 | 44 | 300 | 46 | 320
6-cylinder


Z\ WARNING
Please note the important safe-
ty precautions regarding tire
pressure > page 251 and load
limits > page 253.

Tires and vehicle load limits
There are limits to the amount of
load or weight that any vehicle
and any tire can carry. A vehicle
that is overloaded will not handle
well and is more difficult to stop.
Overloading can not only lead to
loss of vehicle control, but can al-
so damage important parts of the
vehicle and can lead to sudden
tire failure, including a blowout
® Two people in the front, one person in the rear
and sudden deflation that can
cause the vehicle to crash.
Your safety and that of your pas-
sengers also depends on making
sure that load limits are not ex-
ceeded. Vehicle load includes ev-
erybody and everything in and on
the vehicle. These load limits are
technically referred to as the vehi-
cle’s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(“GVWR”).
The “GVWR?” includes the weight
of the basic vehicle, all factory in-
stalled accessories, a full tank of
fuel, oil, coolant and other fluids
plus maximum load. The maxi-
mum load includes the number of >
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