2021 AUDI Q7 steering

4M1012721BC
Additional settings

> Press and hold an element until the Options
menu is displayed.
> Press Delete.
If a device is listed multiple times, it will be de-
leted from all menu items.
PXe Keli a Cela] Mey Lately
Depending on the selected function, additional
options
may be available.
Requirement: the connected devices menu must
be displayed > page 238.
> Press ona menu item, such as Telephone 1.
» Press and hold an element until the Options
menu is displayed.
Bluetooth profile
You can switch desired profiles on or off sepa-
rately in the MMI.
Favorite
To set a paired mobile device as the default
phone, activate this function in the MMI.
When the mobile device is in range and the Blue-
tooth function on the mobile device and in the
MMI is switched on, the default phone will be
given priority over the other Bluetooth devices
and will be connected directly to the MMI.
Legal information
General information
Information on the software licenses can be
found online at www.audi.com/softwareinfo.
Multi Media Interface
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > General.
Subscriptions
Version information
Legal notes
Possible options:
— Software information
— About Audi connect
— About the data memory
Audi smartphone interface
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface
Requirement: a smartphone must be connected
to the MMI > page 234.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices > Audi smart-
phone interface.
> Press and hold an element until the Options
menu is displayed.
> Press Legal notes.
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on.
> Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > page 13.
>» Press and hold the EI button on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel until the display appears.
Possible options:
— Engine code
— Software information
— Version information
Head-up display
Applies to: vehicles with head-up display
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The head-up
display is switched on.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Head-up
display > Display contents > Show the license
text in the head-up display.
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Wheels


equipped with them at the
factory > page 278.
—If you install wheel covers on
the vehicle, make sure they al-
low enough air circulation to
cool the brake system. If they
do not, this could increase the
risk of an accident.

Tire wear and damage

B4H-0415

a
Fig. 175 Tire profile: treadwear indica-
tor
Tire wear
Check the tires regularly for wear.
—Inflation pressure that is too low
or high can increase tire wear
considerably.
—Driving quickly through curves,
rapid acceleration, and heavy
braking increase tire wear.
—Have an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facili-


D Obey any applicable regulations in the
country where the vehicle is being oper-
ated.
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ty check the wheel alignment if
there is unusual wear.
—Have the wheels rebalanced if an
imbalance is causing noticeable
vibration in the steering wheel.
If you do not, the tires and other
vehicle components could wear
more quickly.
Treadwear indicator
Original equipment tires contain
treadwear indicators in the tread
pattern, which are bars that are
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) high and are
spaced evenly around the tire per-
pendicular to the running direc-
tion > fig. 175. The letters “TWI”
or triangles on the tire sidewall
indicate the location of the tread-
wear indicators.
The tires have reached the mini-
mum tread depth !) when they
have worn down to the treadwear
indicators. Replace the tires with
new ones > A.
Tire rotation
Rotating the tires regularly is rec-
ommended to ensure the tires
wear evenly. To rotate the tires, >

Wheels

will be transferred to your vehi-
cle. Consult this manual to de-
termine how this reduces the
available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
>Check the tire sidewall
(=> page 260, fig. 174) to deter-
mine the designated load rating
for a specific tire.
Wheel bolts and rims
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts must be clean and loosen/tighten
easily.
Rims
Rims with a bolted rim ring* or with bolted wheel
covers* consist of multiple pieces. These compo-
nents were bolted together using special bolts
and a special procedure. You must not repair or
disassemble them > A\.

ZA\ WARNING
Wheel bolts that are tightened or repaired in-
correctly can become loose and result in loss
of vehicle control, which increases the risk of
an accident. For the correct tightening specifi-
cation, see > page 291, Finishing.
— Always keep the wheel bolts and the threads
in the wheel hub clean and free of grease.
— Only use wheel bolts that fit the rim.
— Always have damaged rims repaired by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Never repair or disassemble
rims yourself, because this increases the risk
of an accident.

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Loose wheel warning
Applies to: vehicles with loose wheel warning
Within the limits of the system, the loose wheel
warning in the instrument cluster warns you if
one or more wheels are loose.
Using the ABS sensors, the loose wheel warning
system compares the vibration characteristics of
the individual tires. If one or more wheels are
loose, it will be indicated in the instrument clus-
ter display with the fi indicator light and a mes-
sage. If only one wheel is affected, the location
of that wheel will be indicated.
Messages
fl Wheel bolts loose. Please safely stop the ve-
hicle and check all wheel bolts!
Loose wheel warning for at least one wheel > A\.
Check the wheel bolts on all wheels with the
wheel wrench (vehicle tool kit). Have the tighten-
ing specification checked as soon as possible with
a torque wrench. Drive carefully until then. For
the correct tightening specification, see
=> page 291, Finishing.
fi Wheel assessment active. Please continue
driving carefully
After this message appears and you have checked
the wheel bolts, the assessment phase begins
when the vehicle is in motion. This may take sev-
eral minutes.
fi Loose wheel warning: malfunction! See
owner's manual
There is a system malfunction. Drive immediately
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

ZX WARNING
Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly can
become loose and result in loss of vehicle con-
trol, which increases the risk of an accident.
— If a message appears, reduce your speed im-
mediately and avoid any hard steering or
braking maneuvers. Stop as soon as possible
and check the wheel bolts.
— Check your wheels for damage. Have the
damaged wheels checked and/or replaced

Wheels

only monitors the tire pressure you have stored.
Refer to the tire pressure label for the recom-
mended tire pressure for your vehicle
=> page 269, fig. 177.
Tire tread circumference and vibration character-
istics can change and cause a tire pressure warn-
ing if:
— The tire pressure in one or more tires is too low
— The tires have structural damage
— The tire was replaced or the tire pressure was
changed and it was not stored > page 278
— Tires that are only partially used are replaced
with new tires
Indicator lights
If the @ indicator light turns on, there is a loss
of pressure in at least one tire .> A\ Check the
tires and replace or repair if necessary. Check and
correct the pressures of all four tires and store
the pressure again > page 278.
ia Tire pressure: malfunction! See owner's
manual
iff appears after switching the ignition on or
while driving and the @ indicator light in the in-
strument cluster blinks for approximately one
minute and then stays on, there is system mal-
function. Try to store the correct tire pressures
= page 278. In some cases, you must drive for
several minutes after storing the pressures until
the indicator light turns off. If the indicator light
does turn off or turns on again after a short peri-
od of time, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the malfunction corrected.

Z\ WARNING
— If the tire pressure indicator appears in the
display, reduce your speed immediately and
avoid any hard steering or braking maneu-
vers. Stop as soon as possible and check the
tires and their pressure.
— The driver is responsible for maintaining the
correct tire pressure. You must check the
tire pressure regularly.
— Under certain conditions (such as a sporty
driving style, winter conditions, or unpaved

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roads), the tire pressure monitoring system
indicator may be delayed.
@) Tips
—The tire pressure monitoring system can al-
so stop working when there is an ESC mal-
function.

— Using snow chains may result in a system
malfunction.
—The tire pressure monitoring system in your
Audi was calibrated with “Audi Original
Tires” > page 266. Audi recommends using
these tires.
Storing tire pressures
Applies to: vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring System in-
dicator
If the tire pressure changes or a tire is replaced,
it must be confirmed in the MMI.
> Before storing the tire pressures, make sure the
tire pressures in all four tires meet the speci-
fied values and are adapted to the load
=> page 269.
» Switch the ignition on.
> Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Settings & Service > Tire pressure
monitoring > Store tire pressure > Yes, store
now.
G) Tips
Do not store the tire pressures if snow chains
are installed.
Run-flat tires
Applies to: vehicles with run-flat tires
Run-flat tires can allow you to remain driving
when there is a loss of pressure.
Run-flat tires have reinforced sidewalls that pro-
tect
the tire if there is a loss of pressure.
If the tire pressure monitoring system indicates a
loss of pressure in one or several tires, you can
continue driving on run-flat tires for at least
20 mi (30 km). Drive to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the problem corrected.

4M1012721BC
Emergency assistance

Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 295,
=> page 296.
> 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
vehicles > page 53. However, do not do this if it
prohibited by law.
Towing vehicle (front)
> Only start to drive when the towing cable is
taut.
> Press the brake pedal very carefully.
> 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\.
> Switching it off before the vehicle has stopped
may impair the function of the brake booster
and power steering. You would then need to
use more force to steer and brake the vehicle.
> Release the parking brake > page 108.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.


ZA WARNING
— Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or tow-
ing cable if the vehicle does not have electri-
cal power.
— If the vehicle runs out of power while it is
being towed, stop towing the vehicle imme-
diately and consult an authorized Audi deal-

er or qualified repair facility.

ing loop

Fig. 192 Front bumper: installing the towing loop (version
2)
The threaded opening for the towing loop is lo-
cated on the right side of the front bumper.
> Remove the towing loop from the vehicle tool
kit > page 286.
>» Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
> fig. 191 or > fig. 192. The cap will loosen
from the bumper.
> Tighten the towing eye as far as it will go into
the mount. Use a suitable object to tighten the
towing eye completely and securely in the
mount.
> After using, place the towing loop back in the
vehicle tool kit.

Z\ WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be
pulled out when towing the vehicle and result
in an accident.

G) Tips
Depending on the model, the shape of the cap
can vary.
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Fuses and bulbs




Fuse panel (d) (black)

No. | Equipment

Audi phone box

Climate control system, fragrance system

Head-up display

Audi music interface, USB input

Steering column lock

Upper/Lower display

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Instrument cluster

10 | DVD drive

11 | Light switch, switch panels

12 | Steering column electronics

13 | Volume control

14 | MMI Infotainment system control module

15 | Steering column adjustment


16 | Steering wheel heating














with plastic clip
Fig. 200 Left side of the luggage compartment: fuse panel
with plastic clip (plug-in hybrid drive*)
y 1 High-voltage heating, thermomanage-
ment
Air suspension/suspension control
6 |Automatic transmission control module
7 Rear seat heating, rear climate control sys-
tem controls
Third row seat adjustment
9 | Left tail light
10 | Front belt tensioner on driver's side
Luggage compartment lid central locking,
11 | fuel filler door, luggage compartment cov-
er
12 |Luggage compartment lid control module
Fuse panel @)
No. | Equipment
Fig. 199 Left side of the luggage compartment: fuse panel 1 | Rear climate control system blower
2 |Sound-amplifier
3 | Exhaust treatment, sound actuator
4 |Rear climate control system control panel
5 |Right trailer hitch light
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A
A/C cooling mode..........-. eee eee eee ee 94
A/C system refrigerant oil............... 314
Accelerator pedal.............2--00000- 102
also refer to Accelerator pedal.......... 102
ACCESSOFICS 2. eee 310
Active lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning......... 149
refer to Lane guidance................ 149
Adaptive cruise assist................04. 139
Cleaning the sensors..............0055 281
Adaptive cruise control
Predictive control................0005 143
Adaptive dampers ........... 000000 eee 114
Adaptive speed assist
refer to Adaptive cruise assist.......... 139
Adjusting the air distribution............. 94
Adjusting the brightness................. 55
Adjusting the rear seats.................. 67
Adjusting the sound................0005 236
Adjusting the temperature............... 94
Adjusting the vents ccs <= csws + © sews +o oer 96
Adjusting the volume.............e eee eee 30
Adjusting the volume (announcements) .... 236
Adjusting the welcome sound............ 236
Airbag system... 2.2... eee eee 75
AIPSUSPENSION ix. o © aoewes « 2 menses + meme» 5, v0 114
Alarm system
refer to Anti-theft alarm system.......... 37
Alignment pin (changing the wheel)....... 286
All-weather lights...............-..00005 50
All-wheel steering.............---00005 115
ALUS@aSOntineSies. « 3 ssasess «x aimee a & iwesane sw a8 275
All wheel drive
refer to quattro.............0 0. eee 116
Amazon Alexa integration
Media playback................00000. 223
Operating « « seen s » ewes se eee G s FeeE Ys BOS 28
AMI
refer to Audi music interface........... 224
Android Auto
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 234
Anti-lock braking system................ 117
AnitisSlip REQUlation ws a & sos se weae 9 oe 117
Anti-theft alarm system...............05. 37
Anti-theft wheel bolts...............0... 289
Apple CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 234
Aspect ratio
VIdCO eee eee eee eee eee 228, 230
ASR
refer to Anti-Slip Regulation............ 117
Audi adaptive light...............-.0000- 50
Audi connect
refer to CONnNect ; «= = sass ss sees ss eee ee ae 194
Audidrive'selecticy, « + scum oz scum « x pewe yoo 113
Audi entertainment mobile.............. 225
Audi entertainment mobile device
Removing « « sees « sews gs sees xe ees cee 226
SOGUMING's « « ssessie © ccerave 2 6 sesnew « araneos w @ are 226
Tilting... 2... eee eee eee 226
Audi music interface................00- 224
AUGIOFLES xo: 5, coc: i « commons ow cme = at sammie = 226
Audi phone Bx: « sccvise so eaves so emane oe meses 185
Audi pre sense .........0 seve cece ee eee 151
Messages ........... 0.00.0 eee eee 155
Audi pre sense front.............-...0-- 152
Audi side assist
refer to Side assist............-0000005 155
Audi smartphone interface.............. 234
Legalinformation..................0. 239
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster.............. 12
AUTO
Automatic headlights .................. 50
Climate control system..............0-- 94
Auto Lock (central locking) ............... 34
Automatic climate control system
refer to Climate control system.......... 93
Automatic luggage compartment lid.... 42, 43
Automatic transmission................ 100
Parking lock emergency release......... 102
Automatic wipe/wash system............. 58
Average consumption................... 15
Average speed... 2.2... cee eee eee eee 15
B
Bagshooks3. « swiss o anewivs © ¥ arene 6 6 oman © oes 87
Band
refer to Frequency band............... 214
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Index

F
Factory default settings
Multi Media Interface................. 237
Fast mOUté sacs = & wanes = & Sees = 4 ew Fa 203
Favorites... 0... eee eee eee ee 21
Bluetooth = « sec : s gows es ees e Sewn ee we 239
Navigation. . « ccmes s + sximene «0 onmem = 6 meen « 204
Telephone .......... 0... e eee eee eee 188
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . 311
File formats (media drives)...........005 231
FIXGURE'SC bisa 5 + sso a o cence 3 x canaems ov aunewas oo 91
Fog QWINKOWS) ace ee wesw wo armans a ¥ semen 6 ¥ coe 95
Folding the backrest down/up............. 68
Folding the rearseats.............-.000. 90
Footwell temperature................-4. 96
For the sake of the environment
Disposing of engine oil................ 250
Fueling... 02... cee cece eee eee 242
Leaks... 2... eee eee eee eee 246
Fragrance.......... 0.0... eee eee 95,96
Free text search
M@dia:: : seme ¢ 3 azn x 5 eG £ Eee TE 230
RadiOtes. x = meses oe acses vo nome ooo eH 216
also refer to Intelligent search.......... 203
Freeze protection
Coolant...... 2... eee eee eee eee 251
Windshield washer system............. 257
Fréqueticy batids « s sccs = s sees ss wees se ea 214
also refer to Frequency band........... 214
Front center arinrest « score « & mea 4s news a vo 66
Front collision warning
refer to Audi pre sense front............ 151
Front passenger’s seat adjustment
Front... 0.2.0... eee eee eee 66
ROaf seas ¢ s seas ¢ o ees Fe ees Ys ees 66
Front wiper blades
Changing s = = eees = 2 mews = stews e Sees coe 59
ClEATIIAG » x. seasios + swiesss ae a sumaes wo omoaas i 6 eens 59
ee ee 241
Additives ...... 0.00... cee cece eee 242
CUMFENt CONSUMPTION = csux « = wows «2 ems se 15
Fuel:display esses. + sue so enue ov eee ¥ os 12
Fuel tank capacity.................00-. 314
Gasoline : acs + ¢ ees +o aaa + 2 sates Fe ees 241
Reducing fuel consumption............ 104
Fueling
Fuel filler door..... 0... . cece eee eee ee 242
Fuel filler door emergency release....... 244
Fueltankcapacity'. « 5 soca es cence ao cman « 314
Functions on demand.................. 196
Functions that require a license.......... 196
also refer to Functions on demand....... 196
G
Garage door opener............--0e ee eee 47
GarMenthOOks eves sv severe oo snes o a wes oo 2 87
GaSOlIMG coy « x were g 2 emp = 2 eee 5 ¢ see & 241
Additives ...... 0... cece eee eee eee 242
Gasoline mixture.................0005 241
GAWR
refer to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . 314
Gears... eee 100
Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 262
Glove compartment..............000 eee 87
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)........ 314
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)...... 314
GVWR
refer to Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) « sce se mee = 4 metas & 2 ee 314
H
Handsfree................-..0.0 00s ee 184
Hands Free Profile..................... 184
Head-up display
ACiUStiNGizes: 5 = :zexes 5 « eee ss ween § v eee 26
Adjusting the brightness................ 55
Operating...................0.00.0000. 26
Headlight range control................0. 50
Headlights
Cleaning ....... 6.06 281
Headlight range control................ 50
Washer'systems « ¢ wesa es mera. oemre + eas 58
Washer system (filling washer fluid) .... . 257
Head restraints
Adjusting... 2.0.02... . 0. c eee eee eee 70
Removing and installing............0065 70
Heated rear window............-. 000s eee 95
Heated steering wheel................0.. 96
Heating....... 0.0.0... eee eee eee eee 93
319