2021 AUDI Q8 service interval reset

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Driving


rolling before exiting the vehicle > page 96.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.

G) Tips
— On steep inclines, especially when in trailer
mode, the vehicle may roll backwards unin-
tentionally when starting to drive. To reduce
the risk of this happening, pull and hold the
switch while pressing the accelerator
pedal. If enough drive power has built up at
the wheels and the vehicle does not roll
backwards, then release the switch to start
to drive.
— If you leave the vehicle when “D” or “R” are
engaged, the parking brake will be set auto-
matically.
— Noises when the parking brake is set and re-
leased are normal and are not a cause for
concern.
— The parking brake goes through a self-test
cycle at regular intervals when the vehicle is
stopped. Any noises associated with this are
normal.
Emergency braking function
Emergency braking should only be used in an
emergency, if the standard brake pedal is mal-
functioning or obstructed. When the emergency
braking function is activated, the braking effect is
similar to a heavy braking maneuver.
> Pull and hold the ©) switch while driving.
> An audio warning signal will sound and emer-
gency braking will begin.
> If you press the accelerator pedal, emergency
braking will be canceled.

ZA WARNING
Heavy braking while driving through curves or
in poor road or weather conditions can cause
the vehicle to slide or the rear of the vehicle to
swerve, which increases the risk of an acci-

dent.

Messages
ii) B) Parking brake: malfunction! Safely
stop vehicle. See owner's manual
GG / © Parking brake: malfunction! Please
release parking brake
If one of the two messages appears, there is a
malfunction in the parking brake. If the message
appears while stationary, check if the parking
brake is released and can be reset. If this is the
case,
switch the ignition off and back on.
If the message stays on, if the parking brake can-
not be released, or if the message appears while
driving, do not continue driving. Secure the vehi-
cle against rolling before exiting the vehicle
= page 96. See an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
ww Parking brake: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility immediately to have the malfunc-
tion corrected. Do not park the vehicle on inclines
and shift to “P”.
x | / Parking brake: warning! Vehicle parked
too steep
The braking force may not be enough to secure
the vehicle from rolling away. Park the vehicle in
a place with less of an incline.
& / {Q) Parking brake: applied
The parking brake is set. Press and hold the brake
pedal to release the parking brake.
Special driving situations
Sporty driving
Applies to: RS models
When driving in a sporty style, the wear on all ve-
hicle components is greatly increased, especially
on the engine, transmission, tires, brakes, and
suspension. This can result in increased wear. Al-
so note the following points:
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— A highly explosive mixture of gases can form
when charging batteries. Only charge the
battery in well-ventilated areas.
— A drained battery can freeze at tempera-
tures around 32 °F (0 °C). Do not charge or
use a frozen or thawed battery. If ice forms,
the battery housing can crack and battery
electrolyte can leak out, which increases the
risk of an explosion and chemical burns.
Contact an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility for more informa-
tion.
— Do not connect or disconnect the charging
cable while charging because this increases
the risk of an explosion.

G) Tips
Read all of the manufacturer's instructions
for the charger before charging the battery.
Windshield washer
system

B4M-0135)

Fig. 164 Engine compartment: washer fluid reservoir cap
Observe the safety precautions > page 242, Gen-
eral information.
The windshield washer reservoir © contains the
cleaning solution for the windshield/rear window
and the headlight washer system* > fig. 164,
=> page 244. The reservoir capacity can be found
in > page 314.
To reduce the risk of lime scale deposits on the
spray nozzles, use clean water with low amounts
of calcium. Always add window cleaner to the wa-
ter. When the outside temperatures are cold, an
anti-freezing agent should be added to the water
so that it does not freeze.
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Messages
gs Please add washer fluid
Fill the washer fluid for the windshield washer
system and the headlight washer system* when
the ignition is switched off.
C) Note
— The concentration of anti-freezing agent
must be adjusted to the vehicle operating
conditions and the climate. A concentration
that is too high can lead to vehicle damage.
— Never add radiator anti-freeze or other addi-
tives to the washer fluid.
— Do not use a glass cleaner that contains
paint solvents, because this could damage
the paint.
Service interval display
The service interval display detects when your ve-
hicle is due for service.
The service interval display works in two stages:
— Inspection or oil change reminder: after driv-
ing a certain distance, a message appears in the
instrument cluster display each time the igni-
tion is switched on or off. The remaining dis-
tance or time is displayed briefly.
— Inspection or oil change due: if your vehicle
has reached an inspection or oil change interval
or both intervals at the same time, the mes-
sage Inspection due! or Oil change due! or Oil
change and inspection due! appears briefly af-
ter switching the ignition on or off.
Checking service intervals
You can check the remaining distance or time un-
til the next oil change or next inspection in the
Infotainment system.
Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Settings & Service > Service intervals.
Resetting the indicator
An authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility will reset the service interval dis-
play after performing service.

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If you have changed the oil yourself, you must re-
set the oil change interval.
Applies to: MMI: To reset the display, select on
the home screen: VEHICLE > Settings & Service
> Service intervals.
@) Note
— Only reset the oil change indicator if the oil
was changed.
— Following the service intervals is critical to
maintaining the service life and value of
your vehicle, especially the engine. Even if
the mileage on the vehicle is low, do not ex-
ceed the time for the next service.
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Index


REAR (climate control system) ............- 91
Recirculation Mode savin ss swims x sce 6 4 wee 92
Recuperationsses «= ses + 2 samen ¥ ¢ ees 9 coe 16
REfrigeranit Ollvs sz wavew xe exes ox meme 2 eae 314
RETUGLING « « wews 6 a news oe ees Fe ema ee 239
Remote access authorization (key user) ..... 33
Remote control
Garage door opener........se.ceeeeeees 48
Remote control key 39
Convenience opening and closing......... 47
Key replacement.............02-.00 eee 39
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PANIGfUNCHION ¢ s wees ¢ gaseu aan ss een 39
Replacing the battery...............00. 41
Unlocking and locking..............0008 40
also refer to Vehicle key..............-. 39
Remote controlled parking.............. 173
Remote park assist plus
refer to Remote controlled parking...... 173
Remote park assist plus with garage function
refer to Remote controlled parking...... 173
Removing the caps (wheel bolts)......... 289
REPAIIS sess 6s mmo © 3 ees © a sume SF er oo 308
Replacement key.........--22e eee eee 39
Replacement parts............--..20--5 310
Replacing fuses........... 2. eee e ee eee 298
Reporting
Safety Defects................ 310
RIMS 0. eee eee eee eee 271
Cl@SNiNG's ¢ = 22m ¢ » wemn 2 2 ees yo eee sz Be 282
Road carrier... 0.6.2... eee eee eee eee 112
Rolling... .. cece cece eee eee eee 96
Rolling
ability
Electromechanical parking brake........ 106
Transmission idleis . isan si maven oo ccomea soo 98
Roof
refer to Panoramic glass roof............ 47
Roof LOad ©» awevis oo cvewsss v seavans ao sueeun ao came 314
ROORKACK asia + aon os waren 6 e naene a 2 BOR He 88
also refer to Roof rack..........--..000. 88
Route guidance
StOPPING ..... cee eee eee eee eee 204
also refer to Navigation............... 200
Running direction (tires)..............-. 291
324
Ss
Safety belts. ...... 0.0... eee eee eee 68
GCl@aNiNG ies « s wei + y ewe » eon ee Dew gE 283
LOEKING sexes ico seesene xe emevene ww maevare ¥ w anetese © 79
Securing child safety seats.............. 79
Satellite map...... 2... eee eee eee 207
Saving fuel
Energy consumers..........-.2-.020005 L7
Recuiperationts s sacs s zaee 5 s gees & x geome e 16
Screen
refer to Touch display ...........0e0eeee 18
SGrEWALIVET iss x = caves x = sae & & eerR 8 & OG s 286
Search function
refer to Free text search............... 227
Seat:heating « sci owes 2 wawn se meen 6 ¥ owe 92
Seats
Adjusting the front seats............... 63
Adjusting the rear seats................ 65
ClOaniNiG:<« = s gees + sees s been ge wees ae: 283
FOL Giaiss o wscass vo areas 6 Hama v Fame vO 86
Front passenger’s seat adjustment....... 65
Head restraititSies x « saws + = semis + eee eo 67
Massage function..........0seeeeee eee 63
Memory function..............--000 00 71
Resetting the position.................. 65
Storing aseat profile................... 71
Seat vertilationsecs so sexes 2 sce 2 2 orm 9 oo 92
Securing the vehicle............-..2+--5- 96
Selecting a source (media).............. 223
Selector lever cs x « news ¢ ¢ hoes ss eee oP eS 97
Sensors
COVETAGE ALCS « cercx : s wow so wegs + Rares o 122
LOCATIONS race x « canzone » © camsuae » & sunoane « @ meas 123
Service interval display................. 254
Setting measurement units.............. 233
S@ttiNGSiog « 5 wes = © ewes a eee ¢ Ree § Go Be 233
Announcements and tones............. 233
Bluetooth.....................000008 234
Dateanid titties: + saws x 2 eee « «ewe gs 233
LANGUAGE « sesso vo sens oo memes vo ERE vo es 233
Measurement units...............0005 233
Medidicn = 2 gaws : «meee s Hoon 4 > eu os ee 227
Navigationiccs « weve + even 6+ semen sv meres 210
Radio... 2.6... ce cece eee eee eee eee 218
SOUNG :geue ss wee 5 s seme fs meee Ee eee 233
SySteMss «+ assva 2 e eesen 2 v eeie 2 8 eae Foes 233