2020 AUDI Q7 battery

4M1012721BA
Emergency assistance


ZA\ WARNING
— A drained battery can freeze at tempera-
tures around 32 °F (0 °C). If the vehicle bat-
tery is frozen, it must be thawed before con-
necting the jump start cables. If it is not,
the risk of an explosion and chemical burns
increases. After jump starting the vehicle,
drive to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the vehicle battery checked.
— Read the warnings when working in the en-
gine compartment > page 233.
— Handling the jump start cables incorrectly
may cause the vehicle battery to explode
and lead to serious injuries.

() Note
Jump start cables can cause considerable
damage to the vehicle electrical system if
they are connected incorrectly.
@ Tips
— There must be no contact between the
vehicles, or else voltage could flow when
connecting the positive terminal and drain
the vehicle battery of the vehicle providing
the jump start.
— The drained vehicle battery must be con-
nected correctly to the electrical system.
— Switch off electrical equipment that is not
needed.

Jump starting
Both jump start cables must be connected in the
correct order.

Fig. 187 Engine compartment: connectors for jump start
cables or a charger

Fig. 188 Connecting the jump start cables
The jump start cable connections are located in
the engine compartment.
Follow the information about the vehicle battery
=> page 242.
Connecting the positive cable (red) to the
positive terminal
> Open the red cover on the positive terminal
> fig. 187.
1. Attach one end of the positive cable (red) to
the jump-start pin @ © fig. 188 on your vehi-
cle.
2. Attach the other end of the positive cable
(red) to the positive terminal (2) on the pow-
er source.
Connecting the negative cable (black) to the
negative terminal
3. Attach one end of the negative cable (black)
to the negative terminal @) on the power
source.
4. Attach the other end of the negative cable
(black) to the jump-start pin @ on the vehi-
cle.
Starting the engine
> Start the engine in the vehicle giving the charge
and let it run at idle.
> Now start the engine in your vehicle, which has
the drained battery.
> If the engine does not start, stop the starting
procedure after 10 seconds and then repeat it
after approximately 30 seconds.
> Turn on the rear window defogger in your vehi-
cle in order to reduce any voltage peaks that
may occur when disconnecting the jump start
cables. The headlights must be switched off.
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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

4M1012721BA
Fuses and bulbs

No. | Equipment

1 |Active roll stabilization

6 | Voltage converter

9 |Auxiliary battery control module

15 | Thermomanagement control module


No. | Equipment

Front seat heating

Exhaust treatment

Rear seat heating, control panel for rear
10 |.
climate control

12 | Exhaust treatment

Bulbs
Replacing bulbs
Having a bulb replaced by an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility in cases
of doubt is recommended. These facilities have
the correct tools and replacement parts as well
as the required technical knowledge.
LED lights*
Your vehicle is equipped with maintenance-free
headlights and tail lights. However, if a light bulb
needs to be replaced, please contact an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty.
If you still would like to try replacing the
bulbs in your vehicle yourself, read the warn-
ings regarding working in the engine compart-
ment > A\ in General information on
page 233.
Make sure the covers are fitted correctly on
the headlight and tail light so that no water
will leak in from the outside and the light
function will not be impaired.


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Index

Battery
Charging (12 Volt vehicle battery)....... 244
Vehicle battery (12 Volt)............... 242
Winter operation (12 Volt vehicle battery) . 242
Blinds
refer to Panoramic glass roof............ 41
Block TOUtC scan + « cesanin & meson © wanes a > ennaKes 194
Blowel’s « cscws 6 o snare a o aeons & H scaeens @ o tawens © « 90
Bluetooth
Audio player. .... 0.0.2.0... eee eee eee 211
Connecting acellphone............... 165
Deleting a device ...... 0.6. sec eeee eee 227
Device overview « ciccie « + cccvwse «6 ssesue «+ sere 226
Disconnecting adevice................ 227
Displaying profiles.................... 227
Searching fora device................. 227
Selecting adevice.................04. 227
Specifying’a favorite aes se css ye owes ae 227
Brake fluid
Checking the brake fluid level........... 241
Brake@Sicone 2 y sauoe « 2 aaeay g 2 aaeee oe marae 4 2 eee 102
Brrakerassist®. cvs « x saree « a sacnave a « amavens = « 112
Brake fluid... 2. eee eee eee 241
Emergency braking function............ 105
AO Besesos x 2 cnsoams oo sacaings wo wmmmitss os aims @ a1 sen 106
New brake pads............0 02.0 eee ee 103
Break-in security feature..............0-- 33
Breaking in
New brake pads..............---000-- 103
N@W tINGS's « & sreiae & & seen & 2 saver x weirs 8 253
Browser
refer to Mediacenter...............04. 216
Business. addressiis. «vias. won a & manna a io 195
Cc
California Proposition 65 Warning........ 234
Battery specific........... 0... e eee 243
CALLLISE,. success ot ewes os: ciara oo mean ea 169,171
CAMP ASiisie se wawis ow enn oH reMaSE Ww oweneRs a 8 119
Locations .......... 0... cece eee eee ee 120
Capacities
Fueltank...... 0.0.0... eee ee eee eee ee 297
Washer fluid reservoir..............005 297
CarGO:TlOOP x: « x eawn sz weme + o were oe eee ge 87
Cargo (Tatis = sciss < 2 sevon ¢ ¥ Sases ¢ Hae TE Be 87
Cargo net... cece eee cece eee eee 86
300

Car KO Yciie 2 veers eueenes eo eteneoe © 8 aeevnue ov ema 34
Car phone
Serial number (IMEI) .................. 175
SWItCHING OM sc, ¢ eee ss Geen se Ewes Be 175
Carwash... i.e cece eee eee 267
Catalytic converter.................000. 232
Cell phone
refer to Telephone.............0ee0ee- 165
Cell phone compartment
refer to Audi phone box............... 167
Central locking: < 2 ses s ewes se een sv es
NUTO:LOCKS 2 sac 2 wane 2 omom 0 3 eam x & eae
Convenience key
Convenience opening and closing......... Al
Luggage compartment lid............... 37
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 33
MBSSA0ES < seus 2 5 aes 4 FOS oA aeOR 8 5 EE 32
Remote control key.............--00005 35
Setting... 2... cece cece eee eee
Vehicle key . .
Central locking switch..............20--. 32
Ceramic brakes................0000000 103
COEF CATO cn ws. setae oo annem 0 a aconeee 0 © ampere 295
Charging
refer to Power sourceS.........---.0000- 81
Charging the battery (mobile devices). 167, 213
Child safety lock
Climate control system controls inthe rear. 40
PoWer Wind OWSiies « ¢ awwa x 4 awe va aaron oe 40
REAR OOS a a 6 cnerevs 2 wrens o aamene wo © vee wo 40
Child safety:seats:. «2 cccee so ese ve eee 6 wane 75
Securing to the top tether anchor........ 79
Securing with a safety belt.............. 78
Securing with LATCH: ss ssi av sewers ¢ & anaes 77
Cleaning s savas « 2 cause @ s ears 5 2 oom 4 RoE 267
Cleaning Alcantara.............. eee eee 270
Cleaning artificial leather............... 270
Cleaning carbon components........ 269, 270
Cleaning controls...............002000. 270
Cleaning decorative parts/trim........... 269
Cleaning exhaust tail pipes.............. 269
Cleaning plastic parts................4.. 269
Cleaning textiles... coc. cries evens ee 270
Climate control system...............005 89
Climate control system controls in the rear
Child safety lock « wsccsss sass 6 eevee 2 wesees « 40

Index

HOMeSCROO Ms so swcvies ww secu weer BREE ao 17
FIOGN sa savas 5 2 ess oo mena ow ma BOOK we AL 6
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
NaVigatiOMiees « s asaus va mawes ¥ sues a een 187
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
refer to connect. < o caeu semen ee newe ae we 178
Internet radio
refer to Online radio...............4.. 206
Intersection assistantsens «x scene so saws 2 os 153
TOniZer's = ¢ sews + 2 seus 2c aes bo caw ek ee 91
iPhone
refer to Audi music interface........... 213
304
J
Jump starting......................00. 278
K
Key. ee eee eee eee 30, 34
Convenience opening and closing......... Al
Key replacement...
. 00... cscs e eee e ene 34
Mechanical key............0 0000 eee eee 34
NOt recognized « « sss ¢ s seus ss sane vo eee 95
PANIG Ke Yi «x csvwcse o 2 ascnes © 0 cunviews w a amincine we 34
Replacing the battery.................. 36
Unlocking and locking............-...0- 35
Vehicle code « sins s x saws & 2 saws ys wae 2 es 34
K@Y USER wis & © eeu so eee gs Hews oo Fees oe oe 29
KiCkK-COWii: < 2 seme x x gem o 2 wee fe gee 2s 2 98
L
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
EXt@rOM's + wen « s eewe a x oye ae ewe © ooo 45
TMECHIOR se cswsnis 2 x csemeien © eietane we caer we Hen = 50
LIQHtSis 2 coccens v + esses ve eseune we nn © w ee © 45
Listening to music
refer to Media.............0e eee 210,215
LOA « sires 1 < vnemem « 0 sietene © = weemws =u sea 2 2 298

4M1012721BA
Index

Peripheral cameras.............--00005 158
Personal route assistance............... 194
Phone
Answering/ending acall............... 171
Connecting a second mobile device...... 166
Disconnecting a mobile device.......... 167
SEEMS iccais + w nesses o o wien 6 evamwnn © emaxua 3 175
Phonebook
refer to Contacts........ 2... cee eee eee 170
Playback (media). . ciescoe es ceca ae acme oo ace 215
Podcast
refer to Online radio...............00. 206
POL... eee eee 189
Point of interest
refer to Online Points of Interest........ 189
Polishing. ... 0.0... 0.0 eee eee eee eee ee 269
Power closing (doors) ...............0000e 30
POWEN SOUNCESE. 5 secs «5 snes oo saute © ae 81,213
Power WINGOWS « swoiox © 2 cone v eave ee ren oo 40
Malfunction............0..0eee eee 40, 41
Power windows malfunction.............. 40
Predictive control..............00000005 133
Predictive messagesS...............-+05- 132
pre sense
refer to Audi presense................ 146
Presentation mode..............2--005- 201
Pressure
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 264
THES: = sews: & y weve 3 E Res FY OE cE eee Gg 256
Protecting.................0-00 222s eee 269
Pyrotechnic elements..............0005 292
Q
Quattro... 1. eee eee 111
Selective wheel torque control.......... 112
R
Radio: « sees ¢ seve 2 vets s Howe ss Hea Eee 202
Radio'textics «3 xcs 2 2 mean + owen es een « 205
Station list... 0.0.0.0... 2c eee eee eee 202
Radio communications equipment........ 294
Radioiequipmentice: «= warns x x cose v a amonwens 2 294
Radio Standards Specification (RSS) ....... 295
Raikearrier . osc ss sees y pangs s eee 2 ee 109
Rain/light sensor
Headlights........ 0... eee eee eee eee 45
Intermittent mode (windshield wipers) .... 53
R&tGSs = savnu = & eauns 4 & Savon 4 5 GER XS RoR a 14
Reading lights........... cee cece eee eee 50
Rear cross-traffic assist..........0.00005 163
Rear fog lights. ........... cece eee eee eee 45
Rear lid
refer to Luggage compartment lid........ 37
Rear lowering....... 0. eee c eee eee eee 84
RRAPISCAUS. « o snsccay 1 0 aienenm 0 sramese © oxetems oe ease 61
Rearviewscamerals = sess « © ensues © eames > o aes 158
Rear window defogger................00. 91
Rear wiper blades
Changing......... ee eee eee eee 55
Cleaning... ....... 0. cece eee eee eee 55
REAR (climate control system)............ 90
Reception range..................0-00- 202
RecinculationiMOde vcs « » smn « 6 siseee » 6 svees 91
RECUPEFATOM cas 6 i sowsice + vi seme Ww exienee wo antae 1s
Refuelingis « csesmne se veseive xo axaveue x x commas @ Ht one 230
Remote control
Garage door opener...........-...0005- 42
Remote:control-key « csccia e ccece se wesnte e 6 tease 34
Convenience opening and closing......... 4l
Key
replacement......... 00sec cere eee 34
LED swansea & ean 4 6 oma we wanes ae mime x ee 36
Replacing the battery..............0005 36
Unlocking and locking................-- 35
also.refer to Vehicle key’. «cscs 6s owen 6 © ws 34
Removing the caps (wheel bolts)......... 275
ROD@INS «scx & poae s + Qewy © ¥ seme yo See es 292
REPGatis « « eves 5 v some ¢ ees F Meee et ee 217
Replacement key.........-.....--0000005 34
Replacement parts...............00-005 294
Replacing bulbs.................0.2.00. 287
Replacing fuses...........0 0.0 e ee eee 283
Reporting Safety Defects................ 294
Rewinding (media files)................. 215
RIN’: « neee & eae 2 s ems & eS E WEEE SE 260
Cleaning. ......... 0. eee eee eee eee 269
Roadicanrien « ssccave a i svauwa v meus wo amen a 0 aa 109
Road noise compensation............... 225
Roof
refer to Panoramic glass roof............ 41
Roofiload « sxc s+ scvins ou amavis © wtatoas = Hc 298

4M1012721BA
Index

Wild animal recognition................ 126
Windows
Child safety lock.............02-000000- 40
Cleaning and removing ice............. 269
Convenience opening and closing......... 41
Defrosting.... 0... cece cece ee eee 91
Opening and closing................... 40
PoWer WINdOWS's « = wane s 2 eases 5 eae & 2 40
Windshield
GleANIING « a cusses x a enews & a asians ow cencaine ww coe 53
also refer to Windshield................ 53
Windshield washer system........... 53,244
Reservoir capacity...............00005 297
Windshield wipers................00000- 53
Winter operation
Gar WASHES seuss x 2 ewe ¢ o ome 6 eee 2 ee 267
Cooling’SysteM « sss + 6 same vv owas vo owe 239
Defrosting the windows................ 91
Rear window defogger...........-...0-- 91
Removing ice from windows............ 269
Seat heating......... 0... eee eee eee
Snow chains...

Tir€S eee
Vehicle battery (12 Volt)............... 242
Windshield washer system............. 244
Winter tiresian » 2 wows « y sews & o See Ge ee 261
Wireless CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 223
Wireless charging
Audi phone box..............-.000005 167
311