2021 AUDI Q5 engine

Emergency assistance


— 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
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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-
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.
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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.
— 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 103.
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 170 when
loading the vehicle onto a vehicle carrier,
train, ship,
or other type of transportation, >

Fuses and bulbs

@) 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.
G@) 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.

Fig. 198 Driver's footwell (left-hand drive vehicle): fuse
panel with plastic clip
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Fig. 199 Front passenger's footwell (right-hand drive vehi-
cle): fuse panel with plastic clip

Fuse panel


No. | Equipment

Catalytic converter heating

2 |Engine components

Exhaust doors, fuel injectors, radiator in-
let, crankcase housing heating

Vacuum pump, hot water pump, NOx sen-
4 |sor, particulate sensor, biodiesel sensor,
exhaust doors

Brake light sensor

6 | Engine valves, camshaft adjustment

Heated oxygen sensors, mass airflow sen-
sor, water pump

Water pump, high pressure pump, high
8 | pressure regulator valve, temperature
valve, engine mount

Hot water pump, motor relay, 48 V drive-
train generator, 48 V water pump

10 | Oil pressure sensor, oil temperature sensor

Clutch position sensor, 48 V drivetrain
11 | generator, water pump, 12 V drivetrain
generator

12 | Engine valves, engine mount


13 | Engine cooling

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Fuse panel (4) (brown) Fuse panel © (black)
14 | Fuel injectors, engine control module 1 Left rear door control module, left rear
15 | Ignition coils, heated oxygen sensors power window
16 | Fuel pump 12 | Parking heater
Fuse panel (8) (red) Fuse panel (©) (black)
No. | Equipment No. | Equipment
Anti-theft alarm system Front seat electronic, seat ventilation,
2. [Engine control module 1 rearview mirror, testclimate control sys-
tem control panel, windshield heating, di-
3 Left front
seat electronics, lumbar sup- agnostic connection
port, massaging seat a A 7
Diagnostic interface, vehicle electrical sys-
4 |Automatic transmission selector lever 2 tem-control module
5 [Horn 3 |Sound generator
6 | Parking brake 4 |Clutch position sensor
7 | Diagnostic interface 5 | Engine start, emergency shut-off
8 | Roof electronics control module Diagnostic connection, traffic information
9 |Emergency call module 6 antenna (TMC)
10 | Airbag control module 7 |USB input
11 Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC), An- 8 | Garage door opener
ti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Audi adaptive cruise control, distance reg-
12 | Diagnostic connection, light/rain sensor 2 ulation
13 | Climate control system 10 | Exterior sound, active accelerator pedal
14 | Right front door control module 11 | Front camera
15 | Climate control system compressor 12 | Right headlight
16 | Brake system pressure reservoir 13 | Left headlight
Fuze panel © (black) 14 |Transmission fluid cooling
No. | Equipment 15 |Alarm and hands-free calling system
1 | Front seat heating Fuse panel (©) (red)
2 |Windshield wipers No. | Equipment
3 |Left headlight electronics 1 {Ignition coils
4 | Panoramic glass roof 2 |Climate control system compressor
5 |Left front door control module 5 |Left headlight
6 | Sockets 6 |Automatic transmission
7 Right rear door control module, right rear 7 |Instrument panel
power window 8 |Climate control system blower
All wheel drive control module 9 | Right headlight
9 |Right headlight electronics 10 | Dynamic steering
10 Windshield washer system/headlight 11 | Engine start, thermal management
washer system control module 7
12 |Oil pump

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Fuse panel (8) (red)

6 | Electric compressor

8 |Climate control system compressor

9 |Temperature control

10 | High-voltage battery

11 | Charging device

Fuse panel © (brown)

No. | Equipment

Exterior antenna

2 | Audi phone box

Right front seat electronics, lumbar sup-
port, massaging seat

4 |Side assist

6 | Tire pressure monitoring system
Facility in cases of doubt. 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.

Z\ WARNING
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 246.


Convenience access and start authoriza-
tion control module

Auxiliary heating, tank module

9 |Climatized cup holder

TV tuner, data exchange and telematics
” control module

11 | Auxiliary battery control module

12 | Garage door opener

13 | Rearview camera, peripheral cameras

14 | Right tail lights

16 | Airbag control module

Fuse panel (£) (red)

No. | Equipment

Exhaust treatment

Right trailer hitch light

Trailer hitch

Left trailer hitch light

WO)
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Mm|w
Trailer hitch socket

All wheel drive control module, sport dif-
10
ferential


11 | Exhaust treatment

Bulbs
Replacing bulbs
Audi recommends having a bulb replaced by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
cy Note
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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Accessories and technical changes

Accessories and
technical changes
Warranty
Your vehicle is covered by various warranties:
— New Vehicle Limited Warranty
— Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation
— Emissions Control System Warranties: Federal
Emissions Control System Defect Warranty,
Federal Emissions Performance Warranty
— Applies to: USA models: Kansas Safety Belt
Limited Warranty
— Applies to: USA models: California Emissions
Control Warranties: Short-term Emissions De-
fects Warranty, Long-term Emissions Defects
Warranty, TZEV models Emissions Defects
Warranty, California Emissions Performance
Warranty
You can find detailed information in your Warran-
ty & Maintenance Booklet and in the California
Emissions Booklet*.
Audi Literature Shop
Service information is made available as soon as
possible after a model is introduced and can be
ordered in the Audi Literature Shop: http://
literature.audiusa.com
Driving in other
countries
Government regulations in the United States and
Canada require motor vehicles to comply with
emissions regulations and safety standards.
Therefore, vehicles that were produced for the
U.S. and Canadian markets are different from
vehicles produced for other countries.
If you plan to use your vehicle outside of the
United States or Canada, it is possible that:
— Fuel may have a significantly lower octane rat-
ing. Unsuitable fuels can cause engine damage.
— Proper maintenance and repair work may not
be possible because special service equipment,
tools, or measuring devices needed for your ve-
hicle may not be available.
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— Replacement parts may not always be availa-
ble.
— Navigation systems for vehicles built for the
U.S.A. and Canada will not necessarily work in
Europe, and may not work in other countries.
(1) Note
Audi is not liable for damage to the vehicle re-
sulting from these country-specific differen-
ces.
Maintenance, repairs,
and technical modifi-
cations
Observe the safety precautions > page 246, Gen-
eral information and > page 291, Raising the ve-
hicle.
General information
Due to the increasing complexity of technology in
these vehicles, as well as the safety and environ-
mental standards that apply, you can only per-
form a very limited amount of repairs and modifi-
cations to the vehicle yourself.
Proof of maintenance work may be required to
submit a claim within the warranty period.
We recommend that you have your vehicle serv-
iced by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility and that Audi Genuine Parts
and Audi Genuine Accessories are used. This
helps to ensure that your vehicle's functionality,
performance, and safety are not impaired.
Maintenance and repairs
Your vehicle was designed to help keep mainte-
nance requirements to a minimum. Some regular
maintenance is required to help ensure that your
vehicle runs in a safe, economical, and reliable
manner. Please refer to your Warranty & Mainte-
nance Booklet for more detailed information
about vehicle maintenance.
When operating the vehicle under more extreme
operating conditions, for example when outside
temperatures are very low or in very dusty envi-
ronments, certain maintenance should be per-
formed between the specified intervals.

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Accessories and technical changes

Usually maintenance and repair work requires
special tools, measuring devices, and other
equipment that is available to trained vehicle
technicians in order to help ensure that your vehi-
cle and all of its systems operate correctly, relia-
bly, and safely. Performing work on the vehicle
incorrectly can impair the operation and reliabili-
ty of your vehicle and may void one or more of
your vehicle's warranties.
Technical Modifications
Interference with electronic components, their
software, the wiring, and data transfer may cause
malfunctions. Because of the way electronic com-
ponents are interconnected, such malfunctions
can also impair systems that are not directly in-
volved. This means that you risk both a substan-
tial reduction in the operational safety of your ve-
hicle and increased wear of vehicle components.
Some convenience functions, such as the conven-
ience turn signal function, individual door open-
ing function, and displays, can be reprogrammed
using special workshop equipment. If functions
are reprogrammed, the information and descrip-
tions about these functions in this Owner's Man-
ual may no longer apply to the changed func-
tions. Audi recommends that an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility perform
and verify any reprogramming procedures.


— Never perform any work in the motor com-
partment unless you know exactly how to
carry out the job and have the correct tech-
nical information and the correct tools.
— If you are uncertain about what to do, have
the work performed by an authorized Audi
dealer, an authorized Audi Service Facility,
or another qualified workshop. Serious per-
sonal injury may result from improperly per-
formed work.


ZA WARNING
Maintenance work, repairs, or technical modi-
fications to the vehicle (such as installing ad-
ditional equipment) that is not performed
correctly can cause serious injuries and in-
crease the risk of an accident.


Z\ WARNING
The engine/motor compartment in any motor
vehicle is a potentially dangerous area and can
cause serious personal injury.
— Always use extreme caution when doing any
work in the motor compartment. Always fol-
low commonly accepted safety practices and
use common sense. Never risk personal in-
jury.

@) Note
— Maintenance work, repairs, or technical
modifications to the vehicle (such as instal-
ling additional equipment) that is not per-
formed correctly can cause vehicle damage.
— If emergency repairs must be performed,
take your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon
as possible.
— Audi is not liable for damage to the vehicle
resulting from failure to comply with these
guidelines.
@) For the sake of the environment
— Regular maintenance can help protect the
environment.
— Technical modifications to the vehicle can
have a negative impact on fuel consumption
and vehicle emissions.
@) For the sake of the environment
Certain components in your vehicle such as
undeployed airbag modules, pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain Per-
chlorate Material - special handling may ap-
ply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate. When the vehicle or parts of the
restraint system including airbag modules
and safety belts with pretensioners are scrap-
ped, all applicable laws and regulations must
be observed. Your authorized Audi dealer is
familiar with these requirements and we rec-
ommend that you have your dealer perform
this service for you.
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Cleaning:controls « sacs < vse wv een ee eee 285
Cleaning decorative parts andtrim........ 284
Cleaning exhaust tail pipes.............. 284
Cleaning microfiber.................005 285
Cleaning plastic parts.................. 285
Cleaning textiles..................000, 285
Climate control system ............00000. 91
also refer to Automatic climate control sys-
HEIN s & cvescs 5 Sewanee os soamase vam wwe oo ore 91
Climate control system controls in the rear
Child safety lock... 0.0.0... cece ee eee 44
Climatized cup holders.................. 83
Closing
Automatic luggage compartment lid...... 42
Convenience closing..............-.45. 46
HOO « wssw a % mec oo me aw awe ww eS we 247
Luggage compartment lid............... 42
Luggage compartment lid with foot motion . 43
Panoramic glass roof................0-. 46
Sunshade (roof) ............000 ce eee eee 46
Windows........ 0.00 45
Cockpit dimming..............00e esas 54
Cockpit (overview)... 0.0.0.0 0 cece eee eee 6
Collapsible sparetire................00. 293
Collapsible tire
refer to Collapsible spare tire........... 293
Color code... 2... eee ec eee eee eee eee 313
Combustion engine startup.............. 102
Comfort auxiliary climate control.......... 95
Compartments: 6 vss xo wens so eee & ¥ ewe 83
Compassinthe mirror’. « wows s esx ss ween as 60
Compliance’: s sews » » seme se mewe ge ewe eee 311
Conference Callen: « » wus ss ween ss omen gee 193
Configuration wizard...............-.04. 20
CONNECE. 1... eee 197
Data plans: « cuss ss cee se coma seme gee 201
Data Privaeylicns x + swe + x acne v texan ¥ theme 306
Emergency call...............00.0 00 202
Infotaininietitis » s wan ss mewn a ¢ waven 2 2 oem 197
Infotainment services..............004 198
Online roadside assistance............. 203
Vehicle control services..............0. 199
Connected devices
DEVICE OVERVIEW vases 2 4 wesmu a 4 earwe a x caves 238
Connections
referto Medians «6 ves. ¢ acces 6 swe 225,227
Consumer information.................5 308
Consumption
Reducing........... eee eee eee eee eee 107
Consumption (fuel) . . srerice © cssese ws secs ws we L?
Contacts
Importing ......... 0.0 e cece eee eee ee 194
Updating inthe MMI.................. 194
also refer to Directory...............4. 191
Convenience keyls «sie ss wa o 6 seve so woes 34
Convenience closing.............000005 46
also refer to Vehicle key..............-. 38
Convenience opening and closing
Windows or panoramic glass roof........ 46
Coolant temperature display.............. 14
Cooling system
Adding
coolant’: cess 2s ews ss eeces crew 254
Checking the coolant level............. 254
Coolant... 1.2... eee eee eee 253
Cornering light. .... 0... cee eee eee eee ee 50
Cruise control system...............00. 151
GupHholdensrcnins + ssn x 0 manene « oi mpeneve « o cteeene « 82
Climatized... 2.20... 0. eee eee eee eee 83
Current consumption..............000005 17
D
Data module
Serial number (IMED) ¢ esc. ss scans scene 194
Data plans... 6.2... eee eee eee 201
Data Privacy. ...... cee eee eee eee eee 306
Date... eee eee 17
Setting..............0 0.0. . eee eee 236
Daytime running lights................-. 50
Declaration of compliance............... 311
DEF (instrument cluster) ..............005 12
Demo mode
refer to Presentation mode............. 215
Destination onthe map...............4. 208
Details, . resco « sxanene os stineous io smnine mo auncems 208
Determining correct load limit........... 275
Digitalicompass sass «seas oo save oo same 2 60
DIMENSIONS's « « scans = ¢ wisee 5 ¢ eaes s E eovER 5 2 313
Dimming the exterior mirrors............. 56
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 56
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Index

Diteetor yess 6 s cscaves ws sacewes v6 aneims v © sxeams 6 0 191
Business card... 6... eee eee eee 192
SCttinGSanww + wuwn x 3 mee ee ReUeE SE eee & 194
Display
Cleaning’s « «sew 2s seas © 2 eww vo ene woe 285
Displaying tooltips..................0.. 20
DispoSaliv: ss seus s ¢ sees av wees vv teen swe 308
DIStaHCO sas = » saeas + ¢ sacee @ 2 Sacee 7 a Hae Ya: 17
Distance warning............0.see ee eee 164
Doors
Child safety lock 22s ¢ 2 eee es geen ss eees 44
Doorcontactiswiteh « « sisi ss wes «6 mewn 2 6 53
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 37
Driver information system................ 13
Drives
refer to Media................-4- 225,227
Drive select
refer to Audi drive select............... 115
Drive systeM... 0... cee eee eee 104
(Audi drive’select s coac 2 ¢ cawe ¢ s gence so ae LIS
Drive system (message)...............-. 109
Driving down hills............0.--00 ee 112
Driving program... .. 6... cee ee eee eee eee 161
Driving through water................5. 114
DGiVIMNG BIER. « » exesene « 0 ssinsocie © of emetinze © ovation» « 17
Driving tips
Driving through water.............00-- 114
Efficient driving » sxc. x» see: ss eee se eee 107
GFRrOAGNARIVING 2 cxcwie & wromenow » aresum « ¥ anaie 113)
Uphill and downhill................... 112
Drivinguphills................0...005. 112
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter..............00. 91
Dynamic steering...............0..000. 117
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E-mail
Message Options: « < seas 5 = was 5 v ween s 195
SettinQSwasiess + wen ee aaron so meena & @ eae 8 195
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock...... 119
EDR
refer to Event Data Recorder (EDR)...... 304
Efficiency assist... 0... eee ee 152
Electrical system. .........-.0 02 e ee eee 256
Electromechanical parking brake......... 111
318
Electronic Differential Lock.............. 119
Electronic immobilizer cvs. 6. ow sa sia ves 39
Electronic Stabilization Control........... 119
Embedded SIM: card « « secu + 2 gaye 4 2 ese « ¢ 198
Emergency assistance..............-.-. 288
Emergency braking function............. 112
Emergency call..............000.. 193, 202
Emergency flashers.............--..00-- 52
Emergency mode.............--.000005 103
Emergency operation
Doors... 2. eee eee B7
FUG TINLERAGOr ss « 2 wows x o yawn a a wows 4 ee 245
Luggage compartment lid............... 44
Panoramic glass roof...............000. 47
Emissions control system.............05 245
ENergy CONSUMENS i 6 6 ess © reseeee e eiee e o 8 17
Energy flowdisplay’s seas: o 6 cscs 2 6 eevee s vv 106
Energy management............--.00ee 107
Energy TECOVErYcews 5 s eave + o ewig + 5 ewe & 104
Engine
Breakingiinis « csv. + 2 ewe 2 6 wwe a 6 aes a 104
Coolant............... 00. cece 253
Emergency Stop ss « s ee.8 se ees s sees es we 97
JUMP Starting « = sce 5 x secre © 2 seweEe vo sore 294
Start/Stop system ........ eee eee ee eee 108
Starting/stopping.................0 ae 97
Engine braking effect
refer to Recuperation................. 104
Engine oil
AGING « seswies «vere © & oxaners a o Sensis ve oTIEENs 249
Changing.............. eee ee eee eee 252
Checking GILlEVEl: x = sase ys sae a 3 Beam 3 249
CONSUMPTION & & swe « 0 ors = 5 semen wo ome 249
Indicator light... 2... cece eee eee eee 250
Replacement interval................. 259
Temperature display................... 16
Engine sound
Audi driverselecti, «sisi s+ iusiest a a samen a LI5
Engine Start/Stop mode
refer to Start/Stop system............. 108
Engine Start:syStei vceca « cose o 6 econ @ x anon 98
Engine stop
refer to Start/Stop system............. 108
Entry/exit lighting................-.000- 52
EMtry ASSiStamGes. « « sesess 6 « samme © a samme oo mace 64
also refer to Exit assistance............. 64