2020 AUDI R8 COUPE power steering

Intelligent Technology

Intelligent Technology
Electronic stabilization
control (ESC)
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical sit-
uations such as the vehicle oversteering and un-
dersteering or the wheels are spinning. The
brakes are applied or the engine torque is re-
duced in order to stabilize the vehicle. When the
ESC engages, the B indicator light blinks in the
instrument cluster.
The following systems are integrated in the ESC:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when brak-
ing. The vehicle can still be steered even during
hard braking. Apply steady pressure to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the pedal. A pulsing in the
brake pedal indicates that the system is acting to
stabilize the vehicle.
Brake assist system
The brake assist system can decrease braking dis-
tance. It increases braking power when the driver
presses the brake pedal quickly in emergency sit-
uations. You must press and hold the brake pedal
until the dangerous situation is over.
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
ASR reduces drive power when the drive wheels
begin spinning and adapts the power to the road
conditions. This makes it easier to start, acceler-
ate and drive up hills.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)
The EDL applies the brakes to wheels that are
slipping and transfers the drive power to the oth-
er wheels. This function is not available at higher
speeds.
In extreme cases, EDL automatically switches off
to keep the brake on the braked wheel from over-
heating. The vehicle is still functioning correctly.
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EDL will switch on again automatically when con-
ditions have returned to normal.
Power steering
The ESC can also support vehicle stability
through steering.
Selective wheel torque control
Selective wheel torque control is used when driv-
ing on curves. Braking is targeted toward the
wheels on the inside of the curve as needed. This
allows more precise driving in curves.
Automatic post-collision braking system
The automatic post-collision braking system can
help to reduce the risk of sliding and of addition-
al collisions after an accident. If the airbag con-
trol module detects a collision above a certain ve-
hicle speed, the vehicle is braked by the ESC.
The vehicle does not brake automatically if one of
the following occurs:
— The driver presses the accelerator pedal
—The braking force generated by the pressed
brake pedal is greater than the braking force
that would be initiated by the system
— The ESC, the brake system, or the vehicle elec-
trical system is not functioning

ZA WARNING
— The ESC and its integrated systems cannot
overcome the limits imposed by natural
physical laws. This is especially important on
slippery or wet roads. If the systems begin
acting to stabilize your vehicle, you should
immediately alter your speed to match the
road and traffic conditions. Do not let the in-
creased safety provided tempt you into tak-
ing risks. This could increase your risk of a
collision.
— Please note the risk of a collision increases
when driving fast, especially through curves
and on slippery or wet roads, and when driv-
ing too close to objects ahead. There is still
a risk of accidents because the ESC and its
integrated systems cannot always prevent
collisions.

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reduce the risk of injury, do not place your
foot under the brake pedal.
@) Note
— Never let the brakes “rub” by pressing the
pedal lightly when braking is not actually
necessary. This can cause the brakes to over-
heat and increases braking distance and
causes wear.

— Before driving on long stretches with steep
hills, reduce the vehicle speed and shift to a
lower gear to use the engine braking effect.
This reduces the load on the brakes. If you
need to brake additionally, brake in intervals
and not continuously.
G) Tips
— If you retrofit your vehicle with a front spoil-
er, wheel covers or similar items, make sure
that the air flow to the brakes is not ob-
structed. Otherwise the brake system can
overheat.
— Also refer to the information about brake
fluid > page 239.
Steering
Electromechanical steering supports the driver's
steering movements by electronically adapting
the power steering depending on the vehicle
speed. The settings depend on the selected Audi
drive select* mode.
Dynamic steering
Applies to: vehicles with dynamic steering
The driving dynamic and driving stability are in-
creased by the steering ratio based on the speed.
At reduced speeds, steering is direct in order to
provide agile steering behavior and keep the
steering effort as minimal as possible when the
driver is maneuvering the vehicle. This sets the
steering to be less sensitive at higher speeds in
order to provide improved vehicle control.
Messages
a Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
The power steering may have failed. Adapt your
driving style immediately to compensate for the
fact that it may be more difficult to turn the
steering wheel, and stop your vehicle in a safe lo-
cation as soon as possible. Do not continue driv-
ing. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
a Steering: malfunction! You can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. Steering may be more dif-
ficult or more sensitive. Adapt your driving style.
Have the steering system checked immediately
by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Please note that the red indicator
light may turn on after restarting the engine. Do
not continue driving if it does.
Dynamic steering: correcting steering wheel
Position
The steering is reinitializing. The steering wheel
will move easily after starting the vehicle. Reiniti-
alization might be necessary if the steering wheel
was moved while the engine was switched off.
The display turns off if the initialization was suc-
cessful.
@) Tips
— If there is a malfunction, the steering wheel
may be crooked when driving straight.
—Ifthe a or Ee indicator light only stays on
for a short time, you may continue driving.
All wheel drive (quattro)
Applies to: vehicles with all wheel drive
In all wheel drive, all four wheels are powered.
General information
In all wheel drive, the driving power is divided be-
tween all four wheels. This happens automatical-
ly depending on your driving behavior as well as
the current road conditions. Also see > page 86,
Electronic stabilization control (ESC).
The all wheel drive concept is designed for high
engine power. Your vehicle is exceptionally pow-
erful and has excellent driving characteristics
both under normal driving conditions and on >
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Emergency assistance

— 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 must not be towed with the front axle
or rear axle raised. Do not wrap any chains or ca-
bles 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
(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.


D_ Requirement: the vehicle battery must have a sufficient
charge level.
— The vehicle must not be tow started for
technical reasons.
G) Tips
— If the power supply is interrupted, the se-
lector lever will not move out of the "P" po-
sition. The parking lock must be released
using the emergency release before towing
the vehicle > page 73.
— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 278.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loop > page 280.
> 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 vehi-
cles > page 44. However, do not do this if it
prohibited by law.
Towing vehicle (front)
> Only start to drive when the towing cable is
taut.
> Be especially careful when accelerating.
> 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\.
> The brake booster only works when the engine
is running. Power steering only works when the
ignition is switched on and the vehicle is roll-
ing )). If the brake booster and power steering
are not functioning, you must press the brake
pedal much harder and use more force to steer.
> Release the parking brake > page 65.
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Index

D
Data Privacy..................0.00000. 130
Data recorder............ 0. eee eee eee ee 91
DAES snes = wasn = 9 sme © camen & « areKeee w 6 ose 167
Date display’ « sciscce os somes =o ansuene 2 a annua 0 « 167
Daytime running lights...............0-. 40
Declaration of compliance............... 287
Defrosting (windows) .................045 58
DEF (instrument cluster)................- 10
Deluxe automatic climate control
refer to Climate control system (automatic) . 57
Determining correct load limit........... 258
Digital COMPASS seies sc oes ce eee a ee eG ee 49
Digital Rights Management.............. 150
Dimensions. ............ 0.0 c ee eee eae 289
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 46
Directory
refer to ContactS............ eee eee ee 120
Disposal. ... 2.0.00... cee cece eee eee 284
Distance driven.......... 0.0.00 c eee eee 14
Doors
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 26
Driver information system..............4. 12
On-board computer..............2.-00. 14
SWITCHING VIEWS « scsi a & onesies oo semen & eure 13
Driver information systems
EMOrGyZCONSUIMENS orcs. 1 & coswsee 6 5 coerce» > omnes LS
Drives
refer to Media...............0.0- 150, 157
Drive select. ........ 00... cece eee eee eee 78
Driving safely........... 0... eee eee eee 173
Driving through water................0-- 59
Driving times: 5 «esas so case s warn 6 ceacew vse 14
Driving tips
Efficient driving...............00000005 59
Driving track cvsiess x x scones x a cneniens a ¥ exevane ©» anew 67
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter..............0.. 56
DVD drive (media drives)................ 151
Dynamicisteering « wasn «x mens ¢ waneasne © meres a 89
Dynamic volume
refer to System volume............0005 171
294

E-mail..................00000000 0 eee 118
Economical route.................00005 138
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock....... 86
Electrical system... .. cee eee eee eee 240
Electromechanical parking brake.......... 65
Electronic Differential Lock............... 86
Electronic immobilizer .............00204. 22
Electronic stabilization control (ESC) ....... 86
Sport mode... .... eee eee eee 87
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
Indicator light.............. eee eee ee
Emergency assistance
Emergency braking function.............. 65
Ermergency faster « coins a « xen a « wmunn x x 44
Emergency operation
DOOrs 0. cee eee eee 26
Engine compartment lid............... 231
Luggage compartment lid............... 28
Power top...........0 0. eee ee eee eee 35
Emissions control system..............- 228
EMErgy CONSUMERS ir. & wicesoves & esau as sess oo Ls
Energy Managements «sce ccc as ene as 91
Engine
Breakingin.......... 0... cee eee eee eee 59
Coolant... 6. cee cece eee 236
JUMPp'’Starting « 2 sew, = + sees + e eee 9 caw 277
Start/StopisyStemn s. scsoxse » @ saace a o oseuns w o oe 62
Starting. .............. 00... eee 60, 61
Starting and stopping..............000. 61
Engine compartment
Lid emergency release .............005- 231
Opening and closing the engine compart-
MENCUG s ewe x 2 sees 2 5 eee ¢ 9 eR Fs ee 231
OVERVIEW’: seems. « a cowses wo roeuos oo mea + 0 oe 232
Safety precautions..............000005 229
Engine compartment lights............... 45
Engine control (indicator light)............ 19
Engine data
refer to Sport displays.................. 1S
Engine oil
Adding ........ 0... c cece eee eee eee 233
CHANGING: s = wevem & ous a e neuee & ee 235
Checking oil level..........-...-. 233, 234
Consumption...........02-00 eee 233, 234

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Index

Parking systems
Adjusting the display/warning tone....... 84
Cleaning the rearview camera............ 83
Parking system plus............-.-000-. 81
Peripheral display.................000- 81
Rearview cameras: . seca. i eres eoees ss 83
PASSENGER AIR BAG light............... 199
Pause (audio/video file).............. 14,157
Pedals... 06... cc cece cece ees 176
Perchlorate « sissies» « sone a x excuens 0 «casein om ans 284
Performance/torque display
refer to Sport displays.................. 15
Performance mode.............2.0000005 79
Peripheral display..............0 2.000 eee 81
Personal: hotspot. « «sis oo siaers ao euten oo 0 125
Phonebook
refer to Contacts..............2-.0000- 120
Physical principles of a frontal collision.... 181
Playback:(media) 's sxisoue os ssuurse ia 6 cvecens w a ane 157
Playlistics <5 sicin « + eee wv eae © 8 aire ¥ oo 159
Pointior interest): scx 2 2 nome « 2 eayye x 2 eeems 134
Point of interest search. ... 0.0.0.0 e eee 134
POlIShiMG's: + = amene x ¢ sense 3 5 meee < 8 eam SoBe 267
Pollen filter
refer to Pollutant filter................. 56
PollUtanit filter's wares 9 aqvas 4 4 amu a 2 mew a 56
Power
Seatadjustment’s ssc 2 some a a coven a 6 some 50
Seat adjustment (memory function) ...... 50
Power sourceS...........0.0085 53,112,155
POWOREOD teres oo arenes wv oarse w n oae 7 ow ons 32
Cleaning... .... 2... cece eee eee eee 267
GlOSING « = eax ¢ s sees ¢ e sees it oes: eS 32
Convenience closing... ......c0eee.00en 33
Convenience opening................... 33
Emergency Operation ss eas s 2 aeae s eae a 35
General information...........0....005 32
Malfunction... 0.02... 0c cece eee eee eee 34
MessageS............ 2.02 cee eee ee ee 34
OPENING: « 5 mews g 3 gerne & § eauOS 4 2 aOR ae 32
Retracting/extending the rear window..... 35
Wind deflector......................0. 34
Power windows.............0.0 cess eens 28
MalTUNGEOM ss « ew o x eae © ¢ cows « ewews s 29
Pregnant women
Special considerations when wearing a safe-
EY DOLE moves s = seewn 2 eres & ores ge nee ge 184
Presets list
refer'to Favorites: = ess. eeews vem ee we 148
Presets (fadio)scx ¢ : sume « x wees ¢ 2 oem 3 oo 148
Pressure
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 261
THOS oe eee eee 254
Program guide
Radio... 2... ee eee eee 147
Programming (steering wheel button)...... 14
Prompt
refer to Commands (voice recognition sys-
CC) eee ee ee 103
Proper occupant seating positions........ 174
Proper safety belt position.............. 184
Proper seating position
Front:passengetivccs ss wsusus ss sessou oo amen 175
Occupants ........ 0.0. c eee eee eee 174
PROBCCEING sx « « sexnens w onenaine © 0 omeceie oo eicene «3 267
Pyrotechnic elements............-...0- 284
Q
quattro (all wheel drive).................. 89
Question
What happens to unbelted occupants?... 181
R
Racing bucket:seat®. ersiis sa cise io eissaie a 2 env 51
RadiO’s se stn s wana 6s maxon oo ain aH AER wo 146
Additional station information.......... 147
PreSGtsi: « 4 wane 2 aie @ 8 HaWE a Bae § E ROT 148
RAIOTEXb sii «wesc o sere os meen oo ae 147
Radio communications equipment........ 286
Radio equipment............-..-+-008- 286
Radio Standards Specification (RSS) ....... 287
Rain/light sensor
Headlights'sicc = = neeis =v seme : 8 eee se Beene 40
Indicator light « csveis + x over x x saver wo ere 20
Intermittent (windshield wipers) ......... 47
Random
fefer to SHURE: ¢ s cee ¢ vase ¢ anes ce oe 160
Range. ... 2... eee eee 14
Reading lights.................0022000. 45
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Index

Seating position
Driver... ee ee eee 174
Front Passenger ies « » wives 3 ¥ asws oo ey & i175
How to adjust the front seats........... 175
Incorrect seat position................ 175
OGCUBANUS vem: « s wee 5 5 weER Fy Bee Ee 174
Seats
AGJUStING a: « 9 soos x 3 wees a ¢ caus 2 2 oem oY 50
Adjusting bucket seats................. 51
Correct seating position............... 174
Number of seats « asc xagea oy comp 2 oo 180
Secondary phone..........02.. eee 112, 169
Selecting a source (media).............. 157
Selection menu...............00. 94, 97,98
Selective door unlocking...............-. 21
Selective wheel torque control............ 86
Selector lever
Selector lever positions................- 67
Service and disposal
Safety belt pretensioner............... 186
Service interval display................. 243
Settings
Dir@GtOLy aces < = sees « 3 tees x 5 see ee eee 122
Maples a seca 0 v svonins © a ouivans we arruens 6 cana 141
Media...... 0... eee eee eee eee eee 160
Navigation): « s sews s < exw x & eees 3 x ewe 137
RadiGise x crouse a i cwswaus 2 v comune a cuexene w 8 ao 149
SYStEM occ eee eee eee eee 167
TeléphOn@:ecs « « sae ¢ = oes ¢ s eee ¢ x eee 122
WIFEL HOtSPOb wecsa co ssswens oo ees ov ee v2 129
Setting the language................00. 167
Shift light:indicator = wees = sees = sews 2 ges 15
Shift paddl@Sis< « 2 2emu = » seme ye eee yp eeR 71
Shuffle... 0.0... ee eee 160
Side airbags
Descriptions « « eswe + weeny ¢ peau se pews < 204
How they: Work). is « scasise sv aves sw mews + @ ace 206
Side curtain airbags... ....... 6000s ee eee 207
Description...............0..000000. 207
How they Work: 5 i seas si sees & deers ge oe 209
Safety instructions................00. 209
SIM Card r@ade@Pins «x ways : sane gs were « x ee 125
Smartphone
refertoTelephone..............0.000 110
SNOWCHAINSS. « owns vo samen oo so Yo oem © 259
Socket
refer to Power sourceS.........2- 000 eee 53
Software update
refer to System update (MMI).......... 170
Software (MMI)
LIGGHSES « ssc & ¢ See & ¥ Rae & % HETES 3 £ er 172
Updates = sve es meme sean es wee ae ee 170
VErSION eee eee eee 170
Sources of information about child restraints
andtheiruse............... eee eee eee 224
Speed dependent volume control......... 171
Speedometer..........0 2... cee eee eee ee 10
Speed warning systeM..........ceeeeeeee 74
Spellers so caves 6 v sas + oan ow cere wo ae « 99
Sportdisplays « wcos ss seas sc sews ve ees vv 15
SPOrtMOd Ges « » sews 2 = eens = 2 ewe eb ee 87
SHOERVICWearx ¢ » meee ¥ sages 6 5 em © tome bob 13
Sporty driving............ eee eee ee eae 67
Stabilization program
refer to Electronic Stabilization
Comtroli(ESO):. x sscoons w 0 avescos ow awcvane w seawness 86
Start/Stopisyste Mis 2s wes 26 weww = van a oe 62
Engine does not switch off.............. 64
Engine starts automatically............. 64
Indicator lightsiec so news ve erwn a o sem oo 63
MessageS.. 6... cece eee eee eee eee 65
Stopping/starting the engine............ 63
Switching off atid Of). « cies se caw ss vans s 64
START Engine STOP button............... 60
START ENGINE STOP (button)............. 61
Starting to drive........ 2... cee eee ee eee 66
Starting (engine)...................000. 60
Steering .... 02... 2. e eee eee eee 89
INGICStOMUGHE = seven x ¢ senmn x o oem So ee 18
LOCKING sec as seis ee owe ov eens 3 owe sw 61
also refer to Steering..............0008 89
Steering wheel
Adjusting... 0.0.2... e cece eee eee eee 60
Shiftpaddles ; gcc x sean se eee ee eee ee 71
also refer to Multifunction
steering wheel.............---..00-- 12,14
Steps for determining correct load limit... 258
Stopover (navigation). . cess. x ones se exw 135
Storage compartments...............00. 53
Stored stations
refer to Favorites............-.0000005 148
Streaming
refer to Online media................. 154
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QUTOF SOIVIEC iar so ceva x creseee oo enecece ¥ vo 270
Raising... 2... 6c cece eee eee eee 275
Vehicle battery
Chargé levels: : » sci ¢ s sams ¢ o ees vs ee 91
Vehicle care... ee eee eee 265
Vehicle control modules..............--- 91
Vehicle identification number............ 289
Vehicleyacki. cisco a « eneram «2 simon © 0 enwe so 25H 271
Lifting points......... 0.0... eee eee eee 275
Vehicle tool kit... ... ce eee eee eee 271
Version information..............000005 170
VIEW DU BtOM. 5 & sxcoans ao meuaus % 6 onecaye & 6 commen & 6 12
Voiceiguidamee « auscam so arsine wv anon wa comma 2 138
also refer to Multifunction
steering wheel.............---000-- 12,14
Voicemail... 2.6.0... . eee eee eee ee 119
Voice recognition system............ 14, 104
GOMM!ANAS « wee « = nouns xe eeupe ee sae ges 105

Multifunction steering wheel............ 14
Voice recognition system........... 14, 104
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Warning/Indicator lights
Airbag system... 2... ee eee eee eee ee 198
Warning lights
refer to Indicator lights.................. 7
Washer fluid level (indicator light)......... 19
Washing matte finish paint.............. 265
Wave band
refer to Frequency band............... 146
Weights ........ 2.0.0 e eee eee eee eee 290
What happens if you wear your safety belt too
LOOSE?" « = gis « ¢ aay = RaueE 3 E HERS ee SOR S 184
What happens to unbelted occupants?.... 181
What impairs driving safety?............ 173
Wheel bolts............... 000. e ee eee 258
SNC thefts 5 2 quae x e ees FF owe z RaEG g 274
LOOSENING ers 2 & sscsces +o onesies vo aweuens v Peewee 274
Removing the cover................555 273
Tightening specification............... 276
Wheels . secs x a aseos 2 v aecvme a 5 asmanee x samesie 244
Changing........... cece eee eee eee 276
Cl@@NiNG’: ¢ ¢ eww 2 » eeaw oe eee cs ee eH 266
Glossary of tire and loading terminology.. 246
Replacing......... 0... cee cece eee eee 273
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 261
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 256
Wheelwrenehis ss wes s ease ss pans 6 2 wang 271
When must the airbag system be inspected? .198
Whi safety Delts? a. ss wes ss seme s somes 181
Wi-Fi
Audi music’stream s « ssa a a eee a a aww a a 153
Audio player. ......... 00. c eee eee eee ee 153
Hotspot settings .............-.00005- 129
Online media: « sway: « » use 9 5 seme 2 9 eee 154
Personal: hotspot « asco + sews w + arinn wo enece 125
Using ahotspot................-0000- 126
also refer to Wi-Fi... . 0... eee eu ee 129, 153
Wilid deflectors « + sccm = 2 scum 2 2 wom ¢ 2 eae 34
Windows
Cleaning/removing ice............000e 267
Convenience opening and closing......... 29
Defrosting.......... 00. c cece eee eee ee 58
Opening and closing.................-- 28
Power windows ..... 0.0... 00 eee ee eee ee 28
Windshield
Cleaning... ... 2... cece cee eee eee 47
Defrosting s = ses: +: eens sc oeee ye wees cee 58
also refer to Windshield..............4. 47
Windshield washer system..........- 47, 242
Reservoircapacity’. « « ssevus s+ sxmees 0 « sume 290
Windshield wipers
Cleaning wiper blades..............000. 48
FOlditig’Up’s ¢ sess ss cews s e eeee ge ores ces 48
Indicator light « cscs x win x wos es a = 19
Replacing windshield wiper blades........ 48
Switching on and off................-.. 47
Winter operation
Batteny's « 2 sass x « sais oe eames ¢ oe paves oo ns 240
CaP WASHES « canes «neces x sages = x owoane om 265
Cooling system... . 2. eee 236
Defrosting the windows................ 58
Removing ice from windows............ 267
Seat heating....... 2.0.0 cece ee eee eee 58
SHOW CHAINS sux s wanes g 2 wom gs deme & x ae 259
TIMOSS. iw scusus a aessiws 6 6 ania ww waneeE ww anvean 259
Windshield washer system............. 242
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