Checking and Filling
@ Tips
Audi recommends using engine oils provided
by Audi Genuine Parts.
Messages
2 Turn off engine. Oil pressure too low
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level > page 204.
— If the engine oil level is too low, add engine oil
= page 205. Only continue driving once the in-
dicator light turns off.
— If the engine oil level is correct and the indica-
tor light still turns on, turn the engine off and
do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.
Applies to: vehicles with oil level warning:
i Please check oil level
— You may continue driving for the time being.
Check the engine oil level as soon as possible
=> page 204, Checking the engine oil level.
— If the engine oil level is correct and the indica-
tor light still turns on, drive at low engine
speed to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility.
Bs Oil level sensor: oil change necessary. Please
contact Service
Fuel has entered the engine oil. This will cause
the engine oil level to rise slowly and the engine
oil quality to decrease. Do not extract engine oil
to reduce the level, because this will increase the
risk of engine damage. Drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility im-
mediately to have engine oil extracted.
& Oil level system: malfunction! Please con-
tact Service
The sensor that checks the engine oil level has
malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty to have the malfunction repaired.
3 Oil pressure sensor: malfunction! Please
contact Service
204
The sensor that checks the engine oil pressure
has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility to have the malfunction repaired.
i Please drive to warm up engine
Fuel has entered the engine oil, either due to low
outside temperatures or frequent short drives.
Drive until the engine is warm so that the fuel in
the engine oil will evaporate. Avoid high engine
speeds, full accelerating, and heavy engine loads
when doing this.
(i) Tips
The oil pressure warning = is not an oil level
indicator. Always check the oil level regularly.
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Fig. 169 Oil dipstick (example): checking the engine oil lev-
el
Observe the safety precautions > page 200, Gen-
eral information.
> Park the vehicle on a level surface.
>» Shut the engine off when it is warm.
> Wait approximately two minutes.
> Open the hood > page 202.
> Remove the oil dipstick > page 203, fig. 168,
wipe it off with a clean cloth and insert it all the
way in again.
> Remove the oil dipstick again and then read the
oil level > table on page 205.
> Add engine oil if necessary > page 205.
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Areas on the oil dipstick > fig. 169.
@)||If the engine oil level is just before the
See.
marking @), then engine oil must be added.
@| Do not add engine oil.
@) Note
— The engine oil level must not be below the
marking @, because this increases the risk
of engine damage.
— After adding engine oil, the oil level must
not be above the marking (2) > fig. 169, be-
cause this increases the risk of catalytic con-
verter and/or engine damage. If the oil level
is above the marking Q), drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have any engine oil
extracted. Avoid high engine speeds, full ac-
celeration, and heavy engine loads.
G) Tips
The engine oil consumption may be up to
0.5 quart/600 miles (0.5 liter/1,000 km), de-
pending on driving style and operating condi-
tions. Consumption may be higher during the
first 3,000 miles (5,000 km). The engine oil
level must be checked regularly. It is best to
check each time you refuel your vehicle and
before long drives.
— Because of the lubrication and cooling of
the engine, combustion engines consume
oil. The oil consumption varies depending
on the engine and may change during the
service life of the engine. Engines generally
consume more oil at the beginning during
the break-in period. Then oil consumption
stabilizes after the break-in period.
— Under normal conditions, oil consumption
depends on the quality and viscosity of the
oil, the engine RPM, the climate conditions,
and the road conditions. The dilution of oil
from condensation or fuel residue as well as
the age of the oil also play a role. Because
engine wear increases with mileage, oil con-
sumption will increase again over time until
it may be necessary to replace worn compo-
nents.
— Because all these variables play a role, it is
not possible to define an oil consumption
standard. Therefore, the oil level must be
checked regularly.
— If you believe that your engine has increased
its oil consumption, contact an authorize
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa
d
cility to determine the cause. Please note
that an exact oil consumption measurem ent
must be done with the necessary care and
accuracy and may take time. An authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa
cility is trained in accurately measuring the
oil consumption.
— You can find information on engine oil and
engine oil capacities for the USA at www.
audiusa.com/help/maintenance, or for Can-
ada at www.audi.ca/ca/web/en/
customer-area/care-and-maintenance/
audi-service-schedules.html, or call
800-822-2834.
Adding engine oil
B8K-2120
Fig. 170 Engine compartment: engine oil filling opening
cover (example)
Observe the safety precautions > page 200,
eral information.
> Turn the engine off.
> Open the hood > page 202.
> Unscrew the cap = for the engine oil fille
opening > fig. 170.
Gen-
r
> Carefully add 0.5 quart (0.5 liter) of the correct
oil > page 203.
> Check the oil level again after two minutes
= page 204, Checking the engine oil level.
205
Checking and Filling
> Applies to: using engine oil that meets the rec-
ommended specification: Add some more
engine oil again if necessary.
> Close the engine oil filler cap and push the dip-
stick
all the way in.
> Close the hood > page 202.
ZX WARNING
— When adding oil, do not let oil drip onto hot
engine components. This increases the risk
of a fire.
— You must close the cap on the oil filler open-
ing correctly so that oil does not leak out on-
to the hot engine and exhaust system when
the engine is running, because this is a fire
hazard.
— Always clean skin thoroughly if it comes into
contact with engine oil.
—
Engine oil is poisonous and must be kept out
of reach of children.
— Store the engine oil securely in the original
container.
@) Note
— The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not
cover damage or malfunctions if the recom-
mended intended use of the vehicle and
maintenance measures listed in the Audi
Owner's Manual and the Warranty & Main-
tenance Booklet were not followed.
— Only use high-grade engine oil that explicit-
ly meets the Audi oil quality standard for
your vehicle. Using another oil may cause
severe vehicle damage.
— Do not mix any additives with the engine oil.
Additives may cause engine damage that is
not covered by your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
@ For the sake of the environment
— Oil should never enter the sewer system or
come into contact with the ground.
— Follow the legal regulations in the country
where you are located when disposing of
empty oil containers.
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Changing engine oil
Audi recommends having the oil changed at an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Serv-
ice Facility.
Observe the safety precautions > page 200, Gen-
eral information.
The engine oil must be changed at the intervals
specified in the Warranty & Maintenance Book-
let. This is very important because the lubrication
function of the oil gradually declines during regu-
lar vehicle operation.
The engine oil should be changed more frequent-
ly under certain circumstances. Have the oil
changed more frequently if you often drive short
distances, your vehicle is predominantly in stop-
and-go traffic situations, is in very dusty environ-
ments, or is operated for long periods of time in
temperatures below zero.
Cleansing additives in the oil make fresh oil ap-
pear darker after the engine has run briefly. This
is normal and no reason to change the engine oil
more frequently than recommended.
Because correctly disposing of engine oil is diffi-
cult and special tools and technical knowledge
are needed for an oil change, Audi recommends
having your engine oil changed by an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
If you change the engine oil yourself, please note
the following important information:
ZA\ WARNING
If you change the engine oil on the vehicle
yourself, the following precautions must be
followed:
— Wear protective eyewear.
— Due to the risk of scalding, allow the engine
to cool down sufficiently.
— Maintain enough distance when you are re-
moving the oil drain plug. While doing this,
keep your forearm parallel to the ground to
reduce the risk of hot oil dripping down your
arm. >
Checking and Filling
— Only refill with new coolant.
— Radiator sealant must not be mixed with
the coolant.
— You can continue driving if the permitted
G12evo coolant additive was not added.
However, go to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility immediately
to have the coolant replaced to reduce the
risk of engine damage.
— Due to the risk of engine damage, the cool-
ing system should only be refilled by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. An authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility can also pro-
vide
you with important information about
the recommended coolant additive.
Checking coolant
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Fig. 171 Engine compartment - coolant expansion tank
(diagram): @ cover; @) markings
Observe the safety precautions > page 200, Gen-
eral information.
Checking the coolant level
>» Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Open the hood > page 202.
> Check the coolant level in the coolant expan-
sion tank > page 203, fig. 168 using the outer
markings @) > fig. 177. The coolant level must
be between the markings 2) when the engine is
cold. When the engine is warm it can be slight-
ly above the upper marking.
Adding coolant
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of
coolant in the expansion tank >@).
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If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water
and coolant additive. Audi recommends mixing
the coolant additive with distilled water.
> Allow the engine to cool.
> Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expan-
sion tank cap.
> Remove the cover (1) > fig. 777 carefully to the
left > AX.
» Add the correct mixture ratio of coolant
> page 207 up to the upper marking @)
> fig. 177.
» Make sure that the fluid level remains stable.
Add more coolant if necessary.
> Close the cap securely.
Coolant loss usually indicates that there is a leak.
Immediately drive your vehicle to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
and have the cooling system inspected. If the
cooling system is not leaking, coolant loss can re-
sult from the coolant boiling due overheating
and then being forced out of the cooling system.
Z\ WARNING
— The motor compartment in any vehicle is a
potentially dangerous area. Stop the engine
and allow it to cool before working in the
engine compartment. Always follow the in-
formation found in > page 200, General in-
formation.
— Never open the hood if you can see or hear
steam or coolant escaping from the motor
compartment. This increases the risk of
burns. The cooling system is under pressure.
When you no longer see or hear steam or
coolant escaping, you may open the motor
compartment with caution.
— When working in the engine compartment,
remember that the radiator fan can switch
on even if the ignition is switched off, which
increases the risk of injury.
— Coolant additive and coolant can be danger-
ous to your health. For this reason, store the
coolant in the original container and away
from children. There is a risk of poisoning.
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Always keep children away from battery
@) acid and the battery.
@/ | Always follow the instructions in the oper-
fQ | ating manual.
@) For the sake of the environment
“2 % Lead-acid batteries must be disposed of
using methods that will not harm the environ-
ment. Do not dispose of them in household
trash. They contain harmful substances, such
as sulfuric acid and lead, and also recyclable
raw materials. Contact an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
more information.
Other battery types
Explanation of warnings:
Fire, sparks, open flame, and smoking are
& forbidden.
Always keep children away from battery
@) acid and the battery.
@/ | Always follow the instructions in the oper-
fQ | ating manual.
ZA WARNING
All work on the batteries must only be per-
formed by an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility.
— Gases that escape from these different bat-
tery types can be poisonous or flammable.
— The contents of these battery types can be
corrosive. If any battery contents come into
contact with the skin, flush the affected
area for at least 15 minutes with clean wa-
ter. Then wash the affected area with soap.
Have the affected area examined by a medi-
cal professional.
() Note
Components must not be connected to the
battery terminals and wires on these battery
types because this increases the risk of dam-
age, for example due to overvoltage.
(@) For the sake of the environment
These types of batteries must be dis-
posed of using methods that will not harm
the environment. Do not dispose of them in
household trash. They contain harmful sub-
stances and recyclable raw materials. Contact
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for more information.
arging the battery
Fig. 173 Engine compartment: connectors for a charger or
jump start cables
Observe the safety precautions > page 200, Gen-
eral information, > A\ in Battery general infor-
mation on page 210 and > A\.
Requirement: only use chargers with a maximum
charging current of 14.8 volts. The battery ca-
bles remain connected.
The charging cable connections are located in the
motor compartment. The ground point ©) is al-
ways located on the vehicle body.
> Switch off the ignition and all electrical equip-
ment.
> Open the hood > page 202.
> Open the cover on the positive terminal
> fig. 173.
> Clamp the terminal clamps on the charger cor-
rectly onto the positive terminal @) and the
ground point ©).
> Insert the power cable for the charging device
into the socket and switch the device on.
> At the end of the charging process, switch the
charger off and pull the power cable out of the
socket.
> Remove the charging device terminal clamps.
> Close the cover on the positive terminal.
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Index
Manual operation
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Map
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FUNGHIONS ecco ¢ waa oy ween ee eee oo eee 158
Operating... 6... cece eee eee eee 157
Settings............0. 000. e eee eee 159
Update « sais ¢ ¢ naw so pees oo mews oeeas 148
Mechanical: key’. « x seve sc news x sau es 19, 20
MeGia. xe ¢ 2 sccm & + qo & 2 ene 2 2 ee 169,177
DIIVESS: oo sxnecus oi riseue 5 masa 2 8 inaaene & ate 170
Supported formats.................-. 183
Mediarcenter. « csinne so vascure #2 aaetwee 0 ctunins © 2 178
Memory capacity
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JUKEDOX vcs ¢ < secu: & x some ee NewE 2 Does 171
Memory card
SD card reader's wscomve » svc a 2 swine a 2 omnes 170
Supported types and formats........... 183
MENU Buttons cesnsic o o cncsine s 6 ecaine a arena wv 110
Menu language
refer to Setting the language........... 189
Menu paths (Owner's Manual)............ 112
Menus and symbols..............e ee eee 119
MeSSAGES': « eenis + wanes a 6 ween wo mane wo ove 135
also refer to E-mail................0-- 136
MInrOr COMPASS « sswees «5 sxsasne % o axons @ 0 axemees 6 43
Mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors........... 39
DIRIHUNG 2 evens 5 x eeeu oe meen oe eee oe ee 40
ManityAM KOR wuscca: a + seven
refer to Multi Media Interface........... 110
MMI search
refer to Free text search........... 118,179
MMI touch. .... 2.0.0.0 cece cece eee ee 112
Mobile device
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Mobile device reminder signal............ 189
Mobile hotspot
refer to Personal hotspot.............. 142
Motor compartment
Opening and closing the hood.......... 202
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MP3
refer to Jukebox... 0.2... eee eee eee 171
Multifunction steering wheel
Buttons... .. 0... cee eee eee 12,14
OPCHAUING’s ¢ x wae 2 eesen o wawe Bo eGR so BO 12
Multi Media Interface................... 110
Music
collection
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Mut@ xx « s soem = s neers se Gems 5 a eee § eee 193
alsorreferto MULAN es 6 eos ov cme 5 a a 193
MULINGsss <= cess o 2 ween 2 o eee 2 0 eee oo ere 14
MYAUGI » » sees 5 = seme 5 e Hewes eee ee 143, 152
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NAV/MAP button................020005 148
Navigation ..... 0... cece eee eee eee 148
Announcement sas << eeu es eee ey es 156
Betteriroute cs x « means + 0 memes « 0 smn = 0 a0 162
also refertoMap..............0+-005 157
Navigation announcements.............. 156
Neck heating........... 0 cee eee eee eee 72
NEDESA ss i cuisssie oi sscweva a x senna © a seasiie 0 ¥ aire 260
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Octane rating (gasoline)................ 196
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Oil
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On-board computer......... 0.0.0. e eee 15
OnZOFEKMOB:CMIM]) « « acsieze oo sceseus oa enero a we 110
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)... 200, 256
Online destinations
refer to Point of interest search......... 152
Online map.......... cee eee eee eee ee 160
OnlimeMeMiarerass o svossic ev sawn wo a eresina ia & ae 174
Online services
refer toconnect.............0 eee eae 141
Opening
Convenience opening...............005% 27
Fuel tiller do0r sx : 2 goes : samy s s sees 2 ay 197
HOOd ... ee eee eee 202
Luggage compartment lid............... 25
WiNdOWS': » sues 2 : oes 2 u seuss ge eee 9 0 27.
Opening and closing................- 21;.22
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