2020 AUDI Q7 ignition

Emergency assistance


— The tire sealant must not come in contact
with skin, eyes, or clothing.
— If tire sealant comes into contact with your
eyes or your skin, thoroughly rinse the af-
fected area immediately with clean water.
— Do not inhale the fumes.
— If you swallow any of the tire sealant, thor-
oughly rinse your mouth immediately and
drink a lot of water. Do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately.
— Change your clothing immediately if it
comes into contact with tire sealant.
— If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical
attention immediately.
— Keep the tire sealant away from children.
G) Tips
— If sealant leaks, allow it to dry in place. You
can then peel it off like a sticker.
— Note the expiration date on the sealant bot-
tle. Replace the tire sealant at an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility.
— Radio reception can be interrupted when
operating the compressor.
— Follow the legal regulations that are appli-
cable in the country where you are operating
the vehicle.


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Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit






Fig. 178 Components of the tire mobility kit

D_ The compressor may look different. However, the way it is
operated is generally the same.
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Fig. 179 Tire mobility kit connection
Requirement: the tire mobility kit must be laid
out and ready for use > page 273.
Setting up the tire mobility kit
> Open the cover @ on the compressor!)
> fig. 178.
» Remove the connector (4) and pressure hose ()
from the housing.
> Connect the compressor pressure hose © to
the flange © on the tire sealant bottle @.
> Insert the sealant bottle with the flange at the
bottom into the opening @) on the compressor
cover or the top side of the compressor hous-
ing.
> Remove the valve cap from the faulty tire.
> Install the filler hose @) on the valve (7)
> fig. 179.
> Connect the plug @) > fig. 178 to an outlet in
the vehicle.
> Switch the ignition on.
Inflating a tire
> Move the switch (8) > fig. 179 on the compres-
sor into position I.
> Inflate the tire to between 29 psi (200 kPA)
and 36 psi (250 kPA) and read the pressure on
the gauge.
> If this tire pressure is not reached, remove the
filler hose. Drive slowly approximately 33 feet
(10 m) forward or in reverse so that the sealant
can be distributed in the tire. Inflate the tire
again > A\.

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Emergency assistance


ZA\ WARNING
— Read and follow the manufacturer's safety
precautions on the compressor and in the in-
structions on the bottle of sealant.
— Ifa tire pressure of 29 psi (200 kPA) cannot
reached after inflating for 6 minutes, then
the tire is too severely damaged. Do not con-
tinue driving.
— If the tire cannot be repaired with the tire
sealant, see an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.

G) Tips
Do not operate the compressor for more than
six minutes continuously, or it can overheat.
Once the compressor has cooled, you can con-
tinue to use it.
Completing
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit
> Affix the sticker that says "max. 50 mph (max.
80 km/h)" that is provided with the tire mobili-
ty kit within the driver's field of vision.
> Stop the vehicle after driving for about 10 mi-
nutes and check the tire pressure.
> If the tire pressure is lower than 19 psi (130
kPA), then the tire is too severely damaged. Do
not continue driving.

ZA\ WARNING
Pay attention to the following after repairing
the tire:
— Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
— Avoid hard acceleration or braking and driv-
ing fast around curves.
— The vehicle may become more difficult to
control.
— If the tire is too severely damaged, see an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi

Service Facility for assistance.

@ For the sake of the environment
You can give the used tire sealant bottle to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for disposal.

@) Tips
Remember to obtain a new bottle of sealant
from an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility after repairing a tire.
Replacing wheels
You must complete the preparation before
changing a tire.
> Read and follow the important safety precau-
tions > page 273.
> Set the parking brake.
> Select the “P” position.
» When towing a trailer: disconnect the trailer
from your vehicle.
> Lay out the vehicle tool kit > page 273 and the
spare tire.
> Applies to: vehicles with air suspension: Select
on the home screen: VEHICLE > Settings &
Service > Air suspension: wheel change.
> Switch the ignition off.

ZA\ WARNING
The vehicle must also be secured to prevent it
from rolling when using the vehicle jack*. Use
suitable objects to block the front and back of
the wheel that is diagonal from the wheel
with the flat tire.



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Fig. 180 Wheel: wheel bolts with caps
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> Slide the plastic clip from the vehicle tool kit
onto the cap until it engages > fig. 180.
> Remove the cap with the plastic clip.
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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.
G) 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-
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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.

() 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.
G) 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 280.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 281,
=> page 282.
> 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 49. 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 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. 190 Front bumper: installing the towing loop (version
2)
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 273.
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Fuses and bulbs



Fig. 193 Driver's side cockpit: cover ©, left side of luggage
compartment: cover (©)
A fuse that has blown will have metal strips that
have burned through.
The fuses are located in the left footwell under
the foot rest (left-hand drive vehicle or be-
hind the cover (right-hand drive vehicle) Addi-
tional fuses are located on the front side of the
cockpit (driver's side) (© and under the left cover
in the luggage compartment (0).


> Switch the ignition and all electrical equipment
off.
> Check the table that follows to see which fuse
belongs to the equipment.
> Remove the screwdriver and the reversible Torx
bit from the vehicle tool kit > page 273.
> Remove the footrest or the corresponding cov-
er.
> Remove the colored plastic clip from the fuse
panel, if necessary.
> Remove the clip from the rear side of the cover

> Remove the fuse using the clip.
> Replace the blown fuse only with a fuse that
has the same amp rating.
> Reinstall the plastic bracket.
> Reattach the footrest or the cover.
Fuse color identification







Color Current rating
in amps
Black 1
Gray 2
Purple 3
Pink 4
Light brown 5
Brown ASD
Red 10
Light blue 15
Yellow 20
White ortransparent |25
Light green 30
Teal 35
Orange 40

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Fuses and bulbs

ZA WARNING
Do not repair fuses and never replace a blown
fuse with one that has a higher amp rating.
This can cause damage to the electrical sys-
tem and increases the risk of fire.

() 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.
@) 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 assiqnment - driver’s/front


panel with plastic clip
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Fig. 195 Front passenger's footwell (right-hand drive vehi-
cle): fuse panel with plastic clip


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Zz ° . | Equipment

Engine components

Engine components

Engine components

Brake light sensor

Engine components

Engine components

Engine components

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Engine components

BR Oo Oil pressure sensor, oil temperature sensor

B B Engine components

Bb N Engine components

BR Ww Engine cooling

Ss
KR Engine control module

BR uw Engine sensors

BR a Fuel pump



Fuse


No. | Equipment

1 | Ignition coils

3 | High-voltage heating


4 |Compressor

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Data privacy

— How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
— How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understand-
ing of the circumstances in which crashes and in-
juries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your
vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;
no data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g.
name, gender, age, and crash location) are re-
corded. However, other parties, such as law en-
forcement, could combine the EDR data with the
type of personally identifying data routinely ac-
quired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip-
ment is required, and access to the vehicle or the
EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manu-
facturer, other parties, such as law enforcement,
that have the special equipment, can read the in-
formation if they have access to the vehicle or the
EDR.
Assist system monitor
This vehicle is equipped with an Assist System
Monitor (ASM). The ASM collects data that is not
stored by the EDR in the event of an accident. The
main task of the ASM is to make it possible to un-
derstand the role and the behavior of the assist
systems in these accident situations. In addition
to the data that the EDR stores, the ASM records
data related to the assist systems starting sever-
al seconds before the accident or near-accident.
The data collected by ASM depends on the equip-
ment and may include the following information:
status information of the assist systems (for ex-
ample, if they are switched on or off, system
events, etc.), control interventions (for example,
by ESC, ABS, Audi pre sense”, etc.), and assist
systems settings (such as speed settings).
Special devices and access to the vehicle or to the
ASM are necessary in order to read the data from
the ASM memory. In addition to the vehicle man-
ufacturer, third parties such as law enforcement
authorities can also read and analyze the stored
data if they have access to the vehicle or to the
ASM.
Data usage
Audi can read out the information stored in the
data memories or similar data, or give this infor-
mation to third parties, especially in the follow-
ing situations:
— If the vehicle owner or lessee agrees
—If there is an official request from the police
— Ifa court or authorities request it
If legally permitted, Audi can also use the data
for analysis of vehicle operation and safety per-
formance or provide this data to third parties for
research purposes.
Transmitted information
Privacy settings
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect
>» Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Privacy settings.
Data is transmitted from the vehicle when using
Audi connect services.
> To display additional information about the pri-
vacy settings and the associated symbols in the
status bar, press @ in the MMI.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
Setting the maximum privacy settings
When the Activate privacy mode function is
switched on, the data connection is deactivated
or sending of data is restricted, but all safety-re-
lated, legal, or contractually required Audi con-
nect
services remain activated. The majority of
the Audi connect services are deactivated.
When the function is switched off, the data con-
nection will be available in order to use Audi con-
nect services.
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.
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Index

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Hotspot
refer to Wi-Fi......... 0.0.2.0 ee eee eee 182
I
Ignition
Switching on and off...............0--- 94
Imbalance (wheels) ..............0-2005 255
Immobilizer
refer to Electronic immobilizer........... 34
Inclinometer.... 2... cee eee eee ee 106
Indicator lights........ 20.0... eee eee eee 7
Inspection interval..............000200. 245
Instrument:cluster’. «5 cscs es cece ve ese ew 11,
Adjusting the layout................... 12
Cleaning’: ¢ « em. ¢ » awe s 2 ees ss PER ee Be 269
Engineicodes: ss mss 3 + seve ow ema ¥ 8 suis 228
Failure... ee eee 11
On-board computer ...........00.0000 0 14
Operating’: & was « 6 essen 2 o mawe 2 oem ov es 12
Personal profile.................000005 11
Service interval display................ 245
Software information...............0. 228
SWITCHING TADS. « » wvecsos » 0 sess 6 6 aconese 0 4 nae 12
Switching the view...............-00 ee 12
Vehicle Tunctions « ssies «2 sais x & sais © nae 14
Version information...............0-. 228
Instrument illumination................- 51
Integrated assistance...............0005 18
Integrated Toll Module..............005 128
Intelligent search
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Interior lighting « «sisi sc ieee s eee as ween a 50
Interior MONItOrinG’s + eae « « vee 2 + ewes oe 33
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers) ..... 53
International travels : 2 wees x s wean x ¢ eres g 183
Internet
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Internet radio
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Intersection assistantsens «x scene so saws 2 os 153
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iPhone
refer to Audi music interface........... 213
304
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Jump starting......................00. 278
K
Key. ee eee eee eee 30, 34
Convenience opening and closing......... Al
Key replacement...
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Mechanical key............0 0000 eee eee 34
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Replacing the battery.................. 36
Unlocking and locking............-...0- 35
Vehicle code « sins s x saws & 2 saws ys wae 2 es 34
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Lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning......... 144
refer to Lane guidance................ 144
Lane departure warning................. 144
Cleaning the camera area.............. 268
Lane guidance...........-....--00 eee 138
Laser lighting............... 0. eee ee eee 47
EASOR:SCANNEP ions 6 & sawivie 6 a scam + sree © wreseon 119
Cleaning.......... 0. cece ee eee eee 269
LATCH (securing child safety seats)......... 77
Leather care and cleaning............... 270
Legal information
License subscriptions.............000. 227
Software information.......0.. 0000005 227
Software licemsesies: «senses i wane « v eawane 227
Version information...............4-. 227
License plate bracket..............0000. 294
Lifting points (vehicle jack).............. 276
Light/rain sensor
Headlights ....... 0... cece eee eee eee 45
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers).... 53
Lighting
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TMECHIOR se cswsnis 2 x csemeien © eietane we caer we Hen = 50
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Listening to music
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