2021 AUDI E-TRON Charge

Driving


ZA\ WARNING
Other road users may not be able to defini-
tively hear electric vehicles when they are
driving. This increases the risk of an accident
particularly when driving in areas with little
traffic, when maneuvering, or when driving in
reverse.

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Your driving style greatly influences the amount
of fuel and energy consumed, the environmental
impact, and the wear on the motor, brakes, and
tires. Note the following information for efficient
and environmentally-conscious driving:
— Select the Audi drive select* efficiency mode.
— Turn off electrical equipment that is not need-
ed, for example seat heating*.
— Anticipate upcoming traffic situations while
driving to avoid unnecessary acceleration and
braking.
— Avoid driving at high speeds.
— Avoid adding extra weight to the vehicle if pos-
sible, for example by not leaving roof racks or
bike racks installed when they are not needed.
— Make sure the tire pressure is correct.
— Have maintenance performed regularly on the
vehicle.
— Do not drive with winter tires during the summ-
er.
— Brake early and evenly to use recuperation.
Messages
B Drive system: malfunction! Safely stop vehi-
cle
There is a malfunction in the drive system. The
vehicle can no longer be driven. Park the vehicle
in a safe location as soon as possible. Secure the
vehicle against rolling before exiting the vehicle
= page 91. See an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
B Drive system: malfunction! Please contact
Service
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There is a malfunction in the drive system. Drive
slowly to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction cor-
rected.
oO Drive system: warning! Limited performance
The driving power is limited. The high-voltage
battery may not be sufficiently charged or is at
the operating temperature threshold, for exam-
ple, when the outside temperatures are extreme-
ly cold.
BS Vehicle sound: malfunction! Pedestrians
cannot hear vehicle. Please contact Service
There is a malfunction in the vehicle sound func-
tion. Drive extremely carefully, since other road
users may not be able to hear your electric vehi-
cle. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
Brakes
ere el eiy
You can apply the vehicle's brakes using the brake
pedal.
Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the
speed, braking force, and outside conditions such
as temperature and humidity.
When the vehicle is stationary, the brake system
performs system tests at regular intervals. This
can cause brief noise and haptic feedback effects
on the brake pedal.
Braking effect
The response time from the brakes depends on
the weather and environmental conditions. To
ensure the optimal braking effect, the brake sys-
tem is cleaned at regular intervals. This is done
by applying the brake pads to the brake rotors for
a short period of time when driving at high
speeds when the windshield wipers are switched
on.
If the brake system becomes damp, for example
after driving in heavy rain, the braking effect may >

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Charging the high-voltage battery
Introduction

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Fig. 82 Charging options overview
The following options are available to charge the
high-voltage battery:

Charging method Charging cable Charging port on
the vehicle
@ Charge with household and indus- _|@) Audi e-tron compact charging system |) or ©*
trial alternating current (AC) sockets | >page 119



@ Charge at public alternating current | Charging station cable © or ©*
(AC) charging stations
@®) Quick charge at public direct current | Charging station cable ©
(DC) charging stations
Audi recommends using alternating current (AC) with an industrial alternating current (AC) socket
to charge the high-voltage battery at industrial or with a public alternating current (AC) or direct
sockets, charging stations, or a wallbox. This will current (DC) charging station.
allow you to achieve higher efficiency and a con-
siderably shorter charging time when compared
to charging with a household socket.
High-voltage batteries age over time, which re-
duces the available range. High-voltage batteries
can also age because of how they are used: fre-
Only charge with the Audi e-tron compact charg- quently charging the high-voltage battery com-
ing system using household sockets in special cir- pletely accelerates the aging of the battery and
cumstances, when it is not possible to charge reduces the available range. >
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Charging at household and industrial sockets
or at public charging stations with
alternating current (AC)
The vehicle's high-voltage battery can be charged
with alternating current (AC) via the charging
port () on the driver's side. Depending on the ve-
hicle equipment, there may be a second charging
port © on the front passenger's side. Both
charging ports have the same charging power.
You can use whichever charging port is more con-
venient for your charging setup. When using one
charging port, the opposite charging port is
locked.
Quick charging at public direct current (DC)
charging stations
The vehicle’s high-voltage battery can be charged
at a direct current (DC) charging station via the
charging port on the driver's side (S). There is a
significant decrease in charging time. The charg-
ing cable used may be a maximum of 98 feet (30
m).
Charging time
The duration of the charging process may vary
based on the following factors:
— Sockets being used (household or industrial
sockets)
— Country-specific system voltage, current
strength and number of available phases
— Household connection
— The value set for the charging power level on
the Audi charging system control unit
— Fluctuations in the system voltage
— The temperature outside the vehicle
— The temperature of the high-voltage battery
and the Audi charging system control unit.
— Settings for the climate control inside the vehi-
cle
— Current capacity of the charging connector
— Whether the ignition is on or off
Important safety precautions

ing the battery incorrectly (for example by
disregarding general safety precautions, using
unsuitable or damaged sockets and charging
cables, or charging with unsuitable electrical
equipment) and can lead to serious and fatal
injuries.
— Do not charge using sockets/electrical
equipment that is clearly damaged or instal-
led incorrectly.
— Never use charging equipment that is clearly
damaged and/or dirty. Check the charging
equipment for damage before every use.
— Never modify or repair any electrical compo-
nents, especially the high-voltage system.
— Never charge in areas at risk for explosions.
The components in the charging equipment
can trigger sparks, which can cause flamma-
ble or explosive fumes to ignite. To reduce
the risk of explosions, especially in garages,
make sure the Audi e-tron charging system
control unit is at least 19 inches (50 cm)
above the floor when charging.
— Never use the charging equipment with an
extension cord, a cable reel, a power strip,
or an adapter, for example, a travel adapter
or timer.
— Do not touch the contacts on the vehicle
charging port or charging equipment.
— Do not insert any objects in the vehicle
charging port or in the charging equipment.
— Always protect the sockets and connections
from water, moisture and other fluids.
— Never charge with both vehicle charging
ports at the same time.
— Only use the charging equipment provided
by the factory or the charging station cable.



ZA\ WARNING
Short circuiting, electric shock, explosions,
fire, and severe burns can result from charg-

ZA\ WARNING
Applies to: Audi charging systems
Sockets that are installed incorrectly can
cause electric shock or fire when charging the
high-voltage battery using the vehicle charg-
ing connection.
— Read all information and safety precautions
for Audi charging systems before using
them.



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— Monitor the Audi charging system if it is be-
ing used near children.
— Installation and setup of the household con-
nection for Audi charging systems may only
be performed by a qualified electrician. The
qualified electrician is thereby responsible
for adhering to applicable standards and
regulations.
— Make sure that the household socket is
grounded and shielded from water.
— If Audi charging systems do not function ac-
cording to the specifications in the operat-
ing manual, they must not be used. Contact
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
— Audi charging systems are intended for use
in private and semi-private areas (for exam-
ple, private property and company parking
lots). Depending on the country where the
vehicle is operated, charging with a mode 2
charging cable (meaning charging with the
Audi charging system) may be prohibited in
public areas. Contact an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
more information.
— Operate the Audi charging systems in power
networks that are properly grounded. It can-
not be used with non-grounded power net-
works (such as IT networks).
— When charging the high-voltage battery us-
ing household/industrial sockets, the elec-
trical installation can be used at full capaci-
ty. Audi recommends having a qualified elec-
trician regularly inspect the electrical instal-
lations that are used for charging.
— If possible, disconnect Audi charging sys-
tems from the power network during a
thunderstorm.
— Never submerge the Audi charging systems
or the connectors in water.
— Audi charging systems must only be cleaned
when the control unit is completely discon-
nected from the power supply and from the
vehicle. Use a dry towel to clean.
— Audi charging systems are only intended for
use on Audi vehicles and vehicles within the
Volkswagen Group. Using the devices on

vehicles made by another manufacturer is

not authorized.


() Note
— If the vehicle is not being used for long peri-
ods of time, the high-voltage battery must
be charged after four months at the latest
or the vehicle must be continuously con-
nected to a power source (for 50% charging
target > page 115). Otherwise, the high-
voltage battery could become damaged.
— Make sure that you always use the correct
charging equipment for the country in
which it is being used. Contact an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for more information.
— On vehicles with only one charging port,
there is a cover on the opposite side of the
vehicle with no charging components instal-
led underneath it. Do not try to open this
cover.
G@) Tips
— Your vehicle can only be charged at charging
stations that meet the requirements in the
respective country and meet the following
standards, at a minimum:
— GB/T 18487.1 and GB/T 20234 (China)
— IEC 61851 and IEC 62196 (Europe)
— SAE J1772 (North America, Japan)
— You can use your Audi charging system if
there is a household or industrial connec-
tion available at the charging station.
(i) Tips
Applies to: Audi charging systems
— For an uninterrupted charging process, Audi
recommends only charging using sockets
that are connected to a separately protected
circuit.
— Audi recommends using Audi charging sys-
tems in the wall mount clip* during opera-
tion. If this is not possible, always position
Audi charging systems on a secure surface
during the charging process > A.
—To reduce the risk of overheating during op-
eration, do not place Audi charging systems
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in direct sunlight for long periods of time. If
the control unit is overheated, the charging
process is automatically paused until the
temperature has lowered back within the
normal range.




Fig. 83 Left front side of the vehicle: opening the high-
voltage charging port door

Fig. 84 Charging unit: charging port and LED
Connecting the charging cable
If you charge your vehicle at a charging station,
the following sequence of steps may vary. Follow
the manufacturer guidelines and operating in-
structions for the charging station.
Requirement: the “P” gear must be selected, the
parking brake must be set, and drive ready mode
must have ended.
—If necessary, remove the charging cable from
the vehicle > page 119, Transport.
— Remove the cap from the charging cable if nec-
essary.
— First connect the charging cable to the power
supply, or remove it from the charging station.
— Unwind the charging cable completely.
— Unlock the charging port door by unlocking the
vehicle. In vehicles with a convenience key*, the
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charging port door will be automatically un-
locked when the convenience key is near the
charger.
— Press the center of the button @ to open the
charging port door on the driver's side or front
passenger's side*.
— If you would like to use quick charging at public
direct current (DC) charging stations, open the
charging port cover (4).
— Plug the charging connector into the vehicle
charging port.
— Check if the charging option shown @) (immedi-
ate charging/timer charging) is the one you
would like to use for charging.
Starting to charge automatically (immediate
charging)
If charging is not delayed with a timer, the charg-
ing process will begin immediately. If necessary,
the charging station may need to be activated.
Follow the manufacturer guidelines and operat-
ing instructions for the charging station.
You can also adjust the charging process to your
preferences > page 115, Setting the charging
target, > page 116, Setting the timer,
= page 116, Advanced charging settings.
Timer charging
With timer charging, the charging process starts
and ends based on a timer that is set beforehand.
—To charge by timer, switch on the timer and
timer charging before exiting the vehicle
=> page 116.
If the charging connector is disconnected and re-
connected while timer charging is switched on,
immediate charging will activate automatically.
To continue charging by timer, timer charging
must be switched on again.
While charging
The charging display on the charging unit @) will
pulse green while charging. It will pulse is in
the instrument cluster. A label on the charging
unit @) informs you about the various displays
=> page 114.
The charging connector is locked while charging
and cannot be removed.

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Depending on the selected view > page 12, the
following information about the charging process
is displayed in the instrument cluster:
— Gv: range
—&: remaining charging time until the charging
process is complete
— 2): current battery charge level
—Q: date and time of when the charging process
was completed
—&: charging speed (additional range per hour)
—4: charging power (depends on the selected
power source)
To access the charging process information at a
later time, select in the instrument cluster: Vehi-
cle functions tab > EE] button > Charging.
Ending the charging process
You can interrupt the charging process at any
time.
— Unlock the vehicle. In vehicles with a conven-
ience key*, the convenience key only needs to
be near the charging port door.
— Press the center of the button @.
— Remove the charging connector. If the charging
connector is not removed within 30 seconds, it
will automatically relock and the charging proc-
ess may continue.
— After removing the charging connector, the
charging port door will close automatically;
otherwise, press on the center of the button @
to close the charging port door.
— Disconnect the charging cable from the power
supply if necessary or return it securely to the
charging station.
— Install the protective caps on the charging ca-
ble again.
—If you are transporting the charging cable in
the vehicle, store it securely > page 119.
If the charging connector cannot be disconnected
from the vehicle, perform the following steps in
the order listed and try again to disconnect the
charging connector:
— Switch the ignition on/off.
— Lock/unlock the vehicle.
— Make sure the auxiliary air conditioning is not
activated > page 87.
If the charging connector still cannot be discon-
nected, you must unlock it manually > page 116.
If you cannot disconnect the charging connector
from the charging station, authenticate yourself
again at the charging station and then try again
to disconnect the charging connector. If you still
cannot disconnect the charging connector from
the charging station, contact the charging sta-
tion operator.

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—When closing the charging port door, make
sure the area where the door is closing is
clear to reduce the risk of injury.
— Do not disconnect the charging cable from
the socket or the vehicle charging port while
the vehicle is charging. End the charging
process before removing the charging cable
from the socket in order to reduce the risk of
damaging the connector contacts from
sparks.
— Never drive with the charging port door
open. An open charging port door could hit
other road users, which increases the risk of
injury.
— Ifa charging unit is damaged, the vehicle
must not be charged at the damaged charg-
ing port or at the charging port on the other
side* to reduce the risk of injury.
— If the charging unit is damaged or the
charging port door cannot close or is miss-
ing, drive immediately to an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
and have the malfunction corrected to re-

duce the risk of injury.

@) Note
— If you drive with the charging unit open,
both the charging port door and the elec-
tronics installed behind it could be dam-
aged. Check each time after charging if the
port door is locked before you start driving
the vehicle.
— Applies to: vehicles with charging ports on
the driver and front passenger’s side: Never
attempt to charge the vehicle using both
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LED on the charging unit Meaning

Red On The charging connector may not be able to lock correctly in the
vehicle charging port. Check if the charging connector is insert-
ed correctly. Disconnect the charging connector, reconnect it to
the charging socket, and press it upward lightly for five seconds,
or use a different charging station. If the LED stays turned on,
there is a malfunction either in the vehicle charging system or at
the power source. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance if necessary.

Both charging port doors are open. Try to close one of the charg-
ing port doors by hand. If the LED stays turned on, the high-
voltage battery may not be charging. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.


The outside temperature is too low or too high.

@ Tips
The charging display modes are also displayed
in the instrument cluster Bag.
Setting the charging connector to unlock
automatically
To prevent a charging station from being blocked
for long periods of time and to make it possible
for others to charge, you can set the charging
connector to unlock automatically once the
charging process has ended.
> Before charging, always check if the selected
settings are suitable for the current charging
session.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Charging >
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@) Note
The function should only be activated if the
charging cable is part of the charging station.
Otherwise, your charging cable could be sto-
len.
Setting the charging target
You can set the charging target, meaning you can
set the maximum charge level to which the high-
voltage battery should be charged. The charging
target can be set between 50% and 100%. For
daily usage, Audi recommends setting the charg-
ing target at 80%. This can extend the service life
of the high-voltage battery. For long trips, Audi
recommends setting the charging target to
100% to achieve the highest possible range.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Charging.
> When the timer is displayed, swipe your finger
on the display toward the right.
> Press on the right section of the battery charge
level display.
> Set the desired charging target.
The charging target that is set will be stored and
used in all locations where you have not defined
specific charging settings. If you are charging at
an address where you have defined specific
charging settings > page 116, Advanced charg-
ing settings, the charging target that is set will
be stored in the advanced charging settings and
used.
G) Tips
If you set the charging target lower than the
current battery charge level while charging,
then the charging process will be canceled. If
you set the charging target above the current
battery
charge level again, then the charging
process will resume. This does not apply if you
are charging at a charging station, where you
have authenticated yourself manually. If this
is the case, authenticate yourself again at the
charging station.
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Setting the timer
Introduction
By setting a timer, you determine when your vehi-
cle should reach the desired charging target.
When the timer is activated, it will be run regu-
larly at the set time. In addition to the charging
target, you can also specify if your vehicle should
be heated or cooled to the temperature set in the
climate control system. You can turn on multiple
timers at the same time. The active timer is indi-
cated by the respective number in © in the upper
section of the display.
» Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Charging.
> When the charging target is displayed, swipe
your finger on the display toward the left.
Configuring the timer
> To set a timer, select > in the line for the de-
sired timer.
> Select one ore more days of the week and select
Next.
» Set the desired departure time and select OK.
> To also activate the climate control with a tim-
er, select F.
Switching on the timer and timer charging
The charging process will only follow the timer
settings if you have switched on the timer and
timer charging.
> To turn ona timer, select CD.
> To switch on timer charging, select ©. A col-
ored bar will turn on in the button.
If the set departure time for the timer is too
soon, the desired charging target may not be
reached.
G) Tips
It is not possible to charge using the timer at
some charging stations.
Advanced charging settings
With the advanced charging settings, you can de-
fine
addresses (locations) at which certain charg-
ing settings should apply (for example, charging
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target, minimum charge). If your vehicle is in the
vicinity of a defined address, the advanced charg-
ing settings will be automatically applied. The
charging target that is set will be used both for
immediate charging and timer charging.
Managing the advanced charging settings
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Charging >
<2} > Advanced charging settings.
> To define new settings for a certain address, se-
lect +. Follow the instructions in the display.
> To edit existing settings for a certain address,
press the respective button.
> To delete existing settings for a certain ad-
dress, select Z.
Charging with a preferred charging time
A preferred charging time is only used when tim-
er charging is switched on > page 116, Switching
on the timer and timer charging.

Incase of malfunction, you can manually release
the charging port door or the charging connec-
tor.

Fig. 85 Motor compartment: emergency release
Manually releasing the charging port door
> Open the hood = page 234.
> Open the cover in the motor compartment on
the side of the applicable charging port.
> Loosen the red loop @) > fig. 85 from the re-
tainer and then pull on the loop carefully >@.
> If necessary, open the charging port door by
hand.
> After releasing manually, secure the loop on
the retainer and close the cover.