2020 AUDI A7 technical data

Table of contents


Audi smartphone interface...... uy
Setup... eee eee ee eee 217
TrOuUBLESHOOtING wees « & wees « 2 eos so eee 218
Additional settings.............. 219
System settingS.......0seeecceeveees 219
Connected devices ...... 0.0... 000 e eee 220
Legalinformation..................5 221
Maintenance and Care........... 223
Checking and Filling............. 223
Fuel... 2. cece eee eee eee eee 223
Refuelingjecs ss sees se ane + eeee § s peme 224
Emissions control system...........4. 227
Engine compartment................. 227
ERGINGOtls seus 2 x seme « ¥ neue =e oRBER Fae 230
Cooling:system . « sscses v < ssesens vo eevee so ave 234
Brake fluid... 2... eee eee eee 236
Electrical SySteMi wis ¢ scm ae mews eg ey 236
Battery: « & cess 6 6 ceva © 5 mews « wenn ¥ © oi 237
Windshield washer system...........- 239
Service interval display............... 240
Wheels ........ 0... eee 241
Wheels and Tires . . 241
Tire pressure monitoring system....... 258
Care and cleaning................ 261
General information................. 261
Car washess « siscica ea suasen a i wana # w auavars a a 261
Cleaning and care information......... 262
Taking your vehicle out of service....... 266
Troubleshooting................. 267
Emergency assistance........... 267
General information..............0.. 267
Equipment.........-...00 2. cece eee 267
Tire Mobility’ Kit « sc ss ces scans 8 ees 267
Replacing wheels................-00. 269
Space-saving spare tire............... 273
Jump starting.....................0. 273.
TOWING scsvss = ¢ wesos « § eeons & 2 Keres 4 = HES 275
Fuses and bulbs.................. 278
FUSES an + x css 5 © ames + © eRe = Beem He 278
BULDSisi0e svowave 4 6 oniuen a a stants a Hanon w 8 ave 281
Customer information........... 282
Data privacy..................000. 282
Image recording............seeeeeees 282
Datamemoniesy. « s sscams sv sume ov ene a 0s 282
Transmitted information.............. 283
Accessories and technical
CHANGES... 1... eee eee eee 286
Warranty......... 00-000. e eee eee 286
Audi Literature Shop..............00. 286
Driving in other countries............. 286
Maintenance, repairs, and technical
MOGIFIcAatIONS vase x x mem = x saw x 2 sue 286
Accessories and parts................ 288
Reporting Safety Defects.............. 288
Declaration of compliance for
telecommunications equipment and
electronic systems............---0000- 289
Technical data..................8. 291
Identification data................00. 291
Vehicle dataiscs: = s xews 2s eens sp oes ye 291
Index... 0.2... eee 293

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Checking and Filling

The correct fuel type for your vehicle can be
found on a label located on the inside of the fuel
filler door. For additional information on fuel, see
=> page 223.
For the tank capacity in your vehicle, refer to the
Technical Data > page 291.
If the central locking system malfunctions, there
is a fuel filler door emergency release
=> page 226.
Messages
FAY 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.


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
could cause sparks and start a fire.
— 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.

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.


ZA\ WARNING
Transporting fuel containers inside the vehicle
is not recommended. Fuel could leak out of

the container and ignite, especially during an

@) Note
— Remove fuel that has overflowed onto any
vehicle components immediately to reduce
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.
@) For the sake of the environment
— Do not overfill the fuel tank, or fuel could
leak out when the vehicle is warming up.
— Fuel should never enter the sewer system or
come into contact with the ground.
G) Tips
The fuel filler door on your vehicle does not
lock if you lock the vehicle from the inside us-
ing
the central locking switch.
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Data privacy

Data privacy
Image recording
Surrounding area monitoring
Applies to: vehicles with surrounding area monitoring
Some vehicle functions require the vehicle’s path
to be detected and evaluated. This is done by
cameras installed permanently on the vehicle
that detect objects in the vehicle's surroundings
(such as obstacles or guard rails). The live images
from the cameras are transmitted to the applica-
ble control module.
The camera images are transferred to the respon-
sible control module for processing and may be
stored, depending on vehicle equipment. The
control
module analyzes the current camera im-
age using image evaluation software. This image
evaluation software detects anonymized techni-
cal measurements, such as distances to objects.
The control module evaluates these technical
measurements and makes it possible for the as-
sist systems to control the vehicle, if necessary.
Data memories
Vehicle control modules
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Fig. 177 Driver's side footwell: connection port for the On
Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic control
modules for various vehicle systems such as the
airbags. These vehicle control modules store data
while driving normally that is required by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for diagnosis and repair purposes. Only
certain types of data are recorded for a very short
period of time if a control module has detected a
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system event. No noises, conversations, or im-
ages will be recorded in the vehicle.
The data may include information such as the ve-
hicle speed, the direction of travel, and informa-
tion about the brake system, or also the behavior
of the restraint system in the event of an acci-
dent. The stored data can be exported and down-
loaded with special devices, which must be con-
nected directly to the vehicle.
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
There is a diagnostic connector socket in the driv-
er's side footwell to read out the various control
modules and the event data recorder. Data re-
garding the function and condition of the elec-
tronic control modules is stored in the event
memory. Only have an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility read out and de-
lete the event memory.

Z\ WARNING
— Incorrect use of the connection port for the
On Board Diagnostic System can cause mal-
functions, which can then result in accidents
and serious injuries.
— Only allow an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility to read out the
engine data.
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Event Data Recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-
corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-
tions,
such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understand-
ing how a vehicle's system performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle dynam-
ics and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehi-
cle is designed to record such data as:
— How various systems in your vehicle were oper-
ating;
— Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened;

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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
Undeployed airbag modules and pretension-
ers are classified as Perchlorate Material -
special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.
gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. When the
vehicle or parts of the restraint system includ-
ing airbag modules and safety belts with pre-
tensioners are scrapped, all applicable laws
and regulations must be observed. Your au-
thorized Audi dealer is familiar with these re-
quirements and we recommend that you have
your dealer perform this service for you.
G) Tips
Because of your vehicle's aluminum body de-
sign, all service and repair procedures affect-
ing the body should be performed by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
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Technical data

Technical data
Identification data
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Fig. 178 Vehicle identification label
The vehicle identification label > fig. 178 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.
Any technical data that is missing was not
available at the time of printing.
A7 Sportback 195.6 (4,969) 75.1 (1,908) 83.4 (2,118) 56.0 (1,422)


S7 Sportback 196.0 (4,979) 75.1 (1,908)

83.4 (2,118) 55.8 (1,417)

Capacities
Fuel tank 19.3 gal (73 L)

Windshield and headlight washer system*

6.6 qt (6.2 L)

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Fig. 179 Safety certificate
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The maximum permitted total weight @ of the
vehicle is listed on the safety certificate on the
side area of the door or on the driver's door pillar.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The maximum permitted load on the front axle
@ or the rear axle @) is listed on the safety cer-
tificate on the side area of the door or on the
driver's door pillar.
Load
The maximum permitted load is listed on the tire
pressure label on the driver's door pillar.
Roof load
The maximum permitted roof load is 198 lb
(90 kg).
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Starting to drives: 2 « cccn 2 ween © © ween ao exenene 91
Starting (Engine). « sssw0 6 & isi so scone ew anew 98
Steering’: «= news ¢ e sews cy swan oo we Fo oe 106
Audi drive select w..cc2 . seve oe consace 2 anene 104
also refer to Steering.............0008 106
Steering lock..........2-. 000 eee eee 90, 106
Steering wheel
AQjUSTING ax ¢ ¢ cacae ¢ 5 Some to Heme to eee ze 63
Shift
paddles vero « 2 cusses 2 = cms o a avons 6 os 94
Steering wheel heating................. 88
also refer to Multifunction steering wheel. . 13
Steps for determining correct load limit... 255

Stopover (navigation) .................. 187
Stopping: (@MgGine) rar acaoma sa anvzene es szana aa 98
STORAGE’: «6 6 sess oo owen « 0 anna @ 8 cuomans wo 0 80, 82
Storage area behind the rear head restraints. 80
Storage compartment. 0.2... 6000 ee veeeee 80
StOPSGE Nets « somes g x neue Fo eRUER FE RS a a 80
Streaming
refer to Online media... .......0...008 207
Subtitles (DVD) wisn a + aawy a x wane 2 2 eee 2 213
Sunshade
ROOF. cseuros x 0 cereus © a aocuans vw apnoomn vn seca ww a 44
SUNVISOMS ese oo wwe oo mew 2 mew o HEE se 55
SUSPENSION snes 3 5 sea + y anew ¢ eaeeR w + HEE 105
Audiidrive’select evccus + ssusve = consace 9 2 sere 104
Swapiealll sss a acces a v ceawene ie 2 wanes x e anecets & 168
SWEMVElASSISE ses: « 2 ove wo macnn 2s eae 2 og 145
Symbols
Navigations. «+ scccne a 6 seve a 0 oven 3 6 secon © 188
Traffic... 6... eee 194
also refer to Indicator lights.............. 7
SYNC (climate control system) ............ 86
System settings .................0.000. 219
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Tachometer...............-0 eee eee 12,15
Tail lights
Cl@ANiNg : ¢ eeu se eee ge wes ge Pee 262
Technical data.....................05. 291
Technical modifications................. 286
Telephone .......... 0. ccc ee eee eee 161
Audi phone box. « 2 se0s ss sees se eens ae 163
Connecting acell phone............... 161
Dialing anumber..............2--.05- 167
Options during aphonecall............ 168
Playing music... 0.0.0... cece eee ee eee 206
Temperature display (outside temperature)... 15
Temperature gauge
Coolant... .. cee eee 12
Text input... 2.6... ee eee eee 24
Text messages
SGttinGS was « 5 as,8 & Bes Fs HaeeR © 3 BEER 169
Text messaging settings............... 169
also refer to Text messages............ 169
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Tightening specification
Wheel bolts.............. 0. eee eee eee 272.
Tightening specification (wheel bolts) ..... 272
THM G2: & sseeiss oo serene wo rere vo oRaeDs ww aeRO oo 16
tiptronic
refer to Manual shifting................ 94
Tire Mobility System (tire repair set)....... 267
TAPES: seossue « 2 secwess x stoners @ © tueeEWn oo xxeanes © vom 241
Loose wheel warning...............005 256
LOW=profiletires < seas ss ees ee ewes Bes 257
Repaitisetic ss seas + news ss mene a x muon ¥ 0 0 267
Replacing......... 0... cece cece eee 269
S@rvice lifeicnx ss asec : sane « t yom & 2 eee 250
Tin@ PreSSUCbeci 2 mnew + sem oe mem oe 251
Tire pressure monitoring system.... 258, 259
Tire préssuré tables : 2.cs si ceases tees se 252
Tire pressure (trailer mode)............ 112
Treadwear indicators.................. 250
Unidirectional. ..............040. 243,272
Uniform tire quality grading............ 258
Tires and wheels
Glossary of tire and loading terminology .. 244
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 253
TOOL... eee 267
TooltipS..... 0... eee eee eee ee 20
Top tether anchor (securing the child safety
Seat)... eee eee 77
Touch display
Adjusting feedback.............s0eeuee 20
Operating’: «a wise + wows o + acess wo aoe 6 © a8 18
TOWi0G ies = < sey ¢ 5 eowe 5 o eee ¢ nee 6 ge 275
TOWING OOD « sees zs eeeu 2s eeee 2 v eee 276; 277
Towing protection monitoring............. 35.
TPMS
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 259
Traffic information = v2ex + < seu « = mage x x 2 194