2020 AUDI Q3 release

Checking and Filling


chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
— Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harms.
Wash hands after handling.
® Note
When filling fluids, be sure not to add any flu-
ids to the wrong reservoirs. Otherwise severe
malfunctions and engine damage will occur.


@ For the sake of the environment
You should regularly check the ground under
your vehicle in order to detect leaks quickly. If
there are visible spots from oil or other fluids,
bring your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility to be
checked.
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compartment lid
The hood is released from inside the vehicle.


Fig. 139 Footwell: release lever

D) The &> symbol on the lever was still being designed at
the time this manual was printed.
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Fig. 140 Unlocked hood: lever
Make sure the wiper arms are not raised up from
the windshield. Otherwise the paint could be
damaged.
Opening the hood
> With the door open, pull the lever >) below
the instrument panel in the direction of the ar-
row > fig. 139.
» Raise the hood slightly > /A\.
> Press the lever > fig. 140 in the direction of the
arrow. This releases the hooks.
> Open the hood.
Closing the hood
> Push the hood down until you override the
force of the strut.
> Let the hood fall lightly into the latch. Do not
press it in. > AX.
Message
8B Warning! Hood is not locked. Stop vehicle
and check the lock
The hood latch is not locked correctly. Stop im-
mediately and close the hood.
Z\ WARNING
— Never open the hood when there is steam or
coolant escaping from the engine compart-
ment, because there is a risk that you could
be burned. Wait until no steam or coolant is
escaping.
— For safety reasons, the hood must always be
latched securely while driving. Because of
this, always check the hood after closing it >

Emergency assistance

@) 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.
If the vehicle should be towed with the axle
raised, then the ignition must be switched off to
reduce the risk of damage to the drivetrain.
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
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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.

@) 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
(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 87.
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 124 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.

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Emergency assistance

Read and follow the important information under
=> page 246.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 247,
=> page 247.
> 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 46. 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.
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 93.
» Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.

ZX WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical

power.

Front towing loop

Fig. 163 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 240.
> Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
> fig. 163. 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.

ZX WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be
pulled out when towing the vehicle and result
in an accident.
@) Tips
Depending on the model, the shape of the
cover can vary.

Rear towing loop


Fig. 164 Rear bumper: installing the towing loop
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Reducing fuel consumption............. 89
Fueling
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Fuel filler door emergency release....... 200
Fuel tank capacity.................00-. 262
Fuse assignment..............-.2-.0-- 250
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Gasoline... 2. eee eee 197
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GAWR
refer to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . 262
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Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 217
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)........ 262
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...... 262
GVWR
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Hafids Free.Profile’. «sows + < sas sv emu ges 140
Headlight range control.................. 44
Headlights
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Headlight range control................ 44
Washer system... 1... 0... cece eee ee eee 50
Head restraints
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Removing and installing................ 58
Heated rear window.............00000008 80
Heated steering wheel................--. 80
Heater
refer to Climate control system.......... 78
HFP
refer to Hands Free Profile............. 139
High beams
High beam assistant................... 45
Highway tights. © asi 2 oscar 2 waver vee 2 44
Hill descent assist ..... 0.0... ce eee eens 95
Hill descent control... 2.0... ..ce eee e eens 94
Hill Hold assist « vies se ees xe ews enews oe 84
Home
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HomeLink
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Idle
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Ignition
Switching on and off..............0000- 82
Imbalance (wheels) ............0 eee eee 223
Immobilizer
refer to Electronic immobilizer........... 32
Indicator lights... 2... 6. . eee eee eee eee 7
Inspection interval..............0000 00 213
Instrument cluster.............0 000 eee 11
Adjusting the layout................... 12
GlEANING’s « & seuss @ & wawe 2 = wow « y ROS ea 236
Engine code........... 2... eee ee eee 195
Failure... ee eee 11
On-board computer...............000-5 14
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Service interval display................ 213
Software information................. 195
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Switching the view.............2--0000- 12
Vehicle TUNCtIONS « isis x estas se ews oe eee 14
Version information.................- 195
Instrument illumination................. 48
Intelligent search
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Interior MONItOriING’s « s scsi so csuew sees ws 31
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers) ..... 50
Internationaltravel..................0. 155
Internet
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