2020 AUDI Q7 engine coolant

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Checking and Filling


— Maintain enough distance when you are re-
moving the oil drain plug. While doing this,
keep your forearm parallel to the ground to
reduce the risk of hot oil dripping down your
arm.
— Drain the oil into a container designed for
this purpose that is large enough to hold the
full amount of oil in your engine.
— Engine oil is poisonous. Always store out of
reach of children.
— Prolonged contact of used engine oil with
the skin may cause skin damage. Always
wash oil off immediately with soap and wa-
ter to protect your skin.
@) Note
Do not mix any additives with the engine oil.
Additives may cause engine damage that is
not covered by your New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

() For the sake of the environment
— Before changing the engine oil, make sure
you can dispose of the used engine oil cor-
rectly.
— Engine oil must always be disposed of cor-
rectly. Do not dump it in the yard, in the for-
est, or in open water, river channels, or sew-
ers.
— Have your used engine oil recycled by bring-
ing it to a used oil collection site or contact
a gas station.
Cooling system
The engine cooling system is filled with a mixture
of purified water and coolant additive at the fac-
tory. This coolant must not be not changed.
The coolant level is monitored using the B indi-
cator light. However, occasionally checking the
coolant level manually is recommended.
Messages
Ea Turn off engine and check coolant level. See
owner's manual
The coolant level is too low.
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
coolant level > page 240.
— If the coolant level is too low, add coolant
=> page 240. Only continue driving once the in-
dicator light turns off.
/_E| Coolant temperature: too high. Please let
engine run while vehicle is stationary
Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes to
cool off, until the indicator light turns off.
— If the indicator light does not turn off, do not
continue driving the vehicle. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.
|| Coolant system: malfunction! Please turn
off engine
Do not continue driving, shut the engine off, and
switch the ignition off.
— See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
Coolant additive
The coolant additive is made of anti-freezing and
corrosion protection agents. Only use the follow-
ing coolant additives. These additives may be
mixed with each other.


Coolant additive Specification
Gl2evo TL774L
G12++ TL774G
G13 TL774)


The amount of coolant additive that needs to be
mixed with water depends on the climate where
the vehicle will be operated. If the coolant addi-
tive percentage is too low, the coolant can freeze
and damage the engine.




Coolant Freeze protec-
additive tion
Warm min. 40% min. -13 °F
regions max. 45% (-25 °C)
Cold min. 50% max. -40 °F
regions max. 55% (-40 °C) >

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@) Note
— Before winter weather begins, have an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility check if the coolant additive
in your vehicle matches the percentage ap-
propriate for the climate. This is especially
important when driving in colder climates.
— If the appropriate coolant additive is not
available in an emergency, do not add any
other additive. You could damage the en-
gine. If this happens, only use water and re-
store the correct mixture ratio with the
specified coolant additive as soon as possi-
ble.
— Only refill with new coolant.
— Radiator sealant must not be mixed with
the coolant.
— Due to the risk of engine damage, the cool-
ing system should only be refilled by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. An authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility can also pro-
vide you with important information about
the recommended coolant additive.
Checking coolant

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MIN

Fig. 168 Engine compartment - Coolant expansion tank:
@ cover with release button; @ markings
Follow the safety precautions > page 233, Gener-
al information.
Checking the coolant level
> Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Open the hood > page 234.
> Check the coolant level in the coolant expan-
sion tank > page 235, fig. 166 using the outer
240
markings @) > fig. 168. The coolant level must
be between the markings (2) when the engine is
cold. When the engine is warm it can be slight-
ly above the upper marking.
> When you add coolant to the expansion tank,
please refer to > page 239, 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. 168 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 239 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 233, 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 >

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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.

() Note
Do not continue driving if the coolant expan-
sion tank is empty. Do not add any coolant,
because air could enter the cooling system
and damage the engine. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.
Brake fluid

BFV-0229|


Fig. 169 Engine compartment: cap on brake fluid reservoir
Follow the safety precautions > page 233, Gener-
al information.
Checking the brake fluid level
The brake fluid reservoir is located under a cover
on the driver’s side.
> Lift the cover > page 235, fig. 166 at both
openings and remove it.
> Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid res-
ervoir > page 235, fig. 166. The brake fluid lev-
el must be between the MIN and MAX markings
>/.
The brake fluid level is monitored automatically.
Message
GG / © Brakes: stop vehicle and check brake
fluid level
Stop the vehicle and check the brake fluid level.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
Changing the brake fluid
Brake fluid should be changed at regular inter-
vals. Have the brake fluid changed by an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty. The authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility will inform you of the replace-
ment intervals.

ZA\ WARNING
— If the brake fluid level is below the MIN
marking, it can impair the braking effect and
driving safety, which increase the risk of an
accident. Do not continue driving. See an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
— If the brake fluid is old, bubbles may form in
the brake system during heavy braking. This
could impair braking performance and driv-
ing safety, which increases the risk of an ac-
cident.
— The brake fluid in your vehicle must meet
the standard VW 501 14 and is available at
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility. If this brake fluid is not
available, another high-grade brake fluid of
equivalent quality may be used, and it must
meet the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Stand-
ard (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4, Class 6.
C) Note
— If the brake fluid level is above the MAX
marking, brake fluid may leak out over the
edge of the reservoir and result in damage
to the vehicle.


— Do not allow any brake fluid to come into
contact with the vehicle paint, because it
will corrode the paint.
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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 3 people)?
Front Rear Front Rear
PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA | PSI | kPA
Q7: 285/45 R20112Y | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 33 | 230 | 36 | 250
3.0L 255/60R18108H | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250 | 39 | 270
6-cylinder 285/45 R20112H | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250| 39 | 270
285/40 R21109Y | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 36 | 250 | 39 | 270
255/55R19111H | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 38 | 260 | 41 | 280
285/40 R21109H | 32 | 220 | 32 | 220 | 41 | 280 | 44 | 300



Z\, WARNING
Please note the important safe-
ty precautions regarding tire
pressure > page 256 and load
limits > page 258.

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
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4) 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
passengers that the vehicle is >

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Closing
Automatic luggage compartment lid...... 38
Convenience closing.........:0e..e500% 41
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Luggage compartment lid............... 37
Luggage compartment lid with foot motion . 39
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Sunshade (roof) ...............0000000e 41
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Closing aid (power closing doors).......... 30
Cockpit dimming....................005 51
Cockpit (overview) ..........-..00 eee eee 6
[6(0) (0) 2300 |-) eet er oo 297
Combustion engine................+-6- 100
Coming home/Leaving home
refer to Entry/exit lighting.............. 48
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Compass inthe mirror...............00-4 56
Compliance. « sevice ss weve sv exces 2 v oeae ¥ os 295
Configuration wizard.................0.. 18
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Data Privacy..... 0... eee ee eee eee 290
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Infotainment services.............---- 179
Online roadside assistance............. 185
Vehicle control services.............005 180
Connected devices
Device overview ............ 0000. e eee 226
Connections
referto Media..............0000- 210,215
Consumer information............-.0004 292
Consumption
Reducing.......... 0. eee ee eee eee ee 100
Consumption (fuel) ..............000 eee 14
Contacts
Add destination...................... 195
Importing and exporting.............. 176
Memoryscapacltyice « « scsos « « pene < « mene © 176
Opening (business card) ............... 170
Updating inthe MMI.................. 176
Convenience: key’: « scan ss wewm sy ewe + gees 30
Convenience closing...............0005 4l
also refer to Vehicle key..............-5 34
Convenience opening and closing
Windows or panoramic glass roof........ 41
Coolant temperature display.............. 13
Cooling Moder: i = iain. + meee s & aK wv eR 90
Cooling system
Adding
coolant..............2-000005 240
Checking the coolant level............. 240
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Cornering
light: =» sees ¢ 2 eese 2» ewan ss es 45
Cross traffic assist (intersection assistant) .. 153
Cruise control system............000005 130
Cup holders. ....... eee eee cece eee 81
Current consumption..............000005 14
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Data: Privatty’s « sss: + 2 sence oo secu vo ein vo 290
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Daytime running lights.................. AS
Declaration of compliance............... 295
DEF (instrument cluster) ..............004 11
Demo mode
refer to Presentation mode............. 199
Destination on the map..............0.. 191
Detailst: os sscmve o vam 2 2 aneee ao ansome 2 2 aeeeT 190
Determining correct load limit........... 260
Digital: cOMpaSs sew: : 2 sees c= reas ve een se 56
Dimensions ...........-..0 0c e eee eee ee 297
Dimming the exterior mirrors............. 52
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 52
Directory
Settings........... 002.2 eee eee eee 176
also refer to ContactS..............00. 170
Display
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Disposalicne is « scsswa se suns « @ mnenes oe mae ow 292
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DIStanGe WARNING, ames 3 « says se gems «eR 143
Doors
Childisatety lock eric. ss cio so ween a ewes « 40
Door contact switch................200. 50
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 33
Power closing/closing aid............... 30
Driver information system................ 12
Drives
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Favorites
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Telephone .......... 0. cece e eee eee 170
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . 295
File formats (media drives).............. 221
Fixture@S@ tics: os maw s x wees ov mewn ov ie @ 2 86
FOG (WINDOWS) ie x 2 seine x 2 sweets 2 a mene vw es 91
Folding the backrest down/up............. 63
Folding the rearseats............--..00. 85
Footwell temperature...............-00. 92
For the sake of the environment
Disposing of engine oil................ 238
FUCLING's & crcisis +o sesinsne sw arava © 8 aeite © # ose 230
Leaks... 2... eee eee 234
Fragrance....... 0.0.00. cece eee eee 91,92
Free text search
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RaGiGves « s wens « x ome go cee 2 seem 2 ae 204
also refer to Intelligent search.......... 187
Freeze protection
Coolant... . 6.6... ce eee eee ee eee eee 239
Front:centerartmrest . vices eo nice ae nese oo 61
Front collision warning
refer to Audi pre sense front............ 146
Front passenger’s seat adjustment
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Front wiper blades
Changing.......... eee eee eee eee 54
Cleaning .......... 2... eee cece eee eee 54
Fuel... ec eee ee eee eee 229
AGGITIVES « cree: 2 2 geen ss gown se ees 230
Current consumption..............00005 14
Fueldisplay........... 0... cee eee eee 11
Fuel tank capacity.............-...00-. 297
GaSOlING « sissies & snewase 6 arenies oo wanes 8 w is 229
Reducing fuel consumption............ 100
Fueling
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Fuel filler door emergency release....... 232
Fueltankc capacity’. « sia oo ncunin «a enema © 297
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Additives..................000000008 230
Gasoline MIXtUIE coc sie ee ei eaaa ee gee 229
GAWR
refer to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . 298
GOarSs « = sewn ¢ seems so eS se Fees ee Ree ee 96
Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 249
Glove compartment...............00000e 82
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)........ 298
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...... 298
GVWR
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Head-up display
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Adjusting the brightness................ 51
Operating................2.00.000 000. 24
Headlight range control................0- 4S
Headlights
Cleaning.......... 0. cece eee ee eee eee 268
Headlight range control................ 45
Washer system. .............00 0-0 a ee 53
Head restraints
AdjUStINg 2... eee eee eee eee 65
Removing and installing................ 65
Heated rear window.................005- 91
Heated steering wheel.................0. 92
Heating. ..... 0.0... cece eect eee 89
HFP
refer to Hands Free Profile............. 165
High beams
High beamassistant’s seus « ¢ seme « x nouns ¢ 8 46
Highway lights « wes s seme : sues : seam es AS
Hill descent assist..................00. 107
Hill descent control.................005 106
Hill hold assist... 2.0.0.0... 02. eee eee 96
Home
refer to Home address...........-.04. 195
Home address...............00 00 ee eee 195
HomeLink
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