Luggage AUDI A6 2021 Owner´s Manual

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Checking and Filling

@ Tips
The fuel filler door on your vehicle does not
lock if you lock the vehicle from the inside us-
ing
the central locking switch.
Fuel filler door emergency release
Applies to: vehicles with manual fuel filler door release

If the central locking system malfunctions, the
fuel filler door can be unlocked manually.

Fig. 156 Version @)/ version @) Right cover in the luggage
compartment: removing the cover


Fig. 157 Luggage compartment: fuel filler door emergency
release
The emergency opening mechanism is located
behind the right cover in the luggage compart-
ment.
> Remove the screwdriver from the vehicle tool
kit > page 286.
> Insert the flat side of the screwdriver carefully
into the slot between the side trim panel and
the cover > fig. 156 (arrows) and pry out the
cover. Keep in mind that a power cable for the
socket is located on the rear side.
> To unlock the fuel filler door, loosen the red
loop from the retainer and then pull on the
loop carefully > fig. 1579@©.
> Press on the left side of the fuel filler door to
open it > page 2339, fig. 154.
® Note
Only pull on the loop until you feel resistance.
You
will not hear it release. If you continue to
pull, you could damage the emergency re-
lease mechanism.
Emissions control
system
General information
ZA WARNING
The temperature of the exhaust system is
high, both when driving and after stopping
the engine.
— Never touch the exhaust tail pipes once they
have become hot. This could result in burns.
— Do not park your vehicle over flammable
materials such as grass or leaves because
the high temperature of the emissions sys-
tem could start a fire.
— Do not apply underbody protectant in the
exhaust system area, because this increases
the risk of fire.
Catalytic converter
Observe the safety precautions > page 241, Gen-
eral information.



The vehicle may only be driven with unleaded
gasoline, or the catalytic converter will be de-
stroyed.
Never drive until the tank is completely empty.
The irregular supply of fuel that results from that >
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Wheels

passengers that the vehicle is in-
tended to carry (“seating capaci-
ty”) with an assumed weight of
150 lbs. (68 kg) for each passen-
ger at a designated seating posi-
tion and the total weight of any
luggage in the vehicle. If you tow
a trailer, the weight of the trailer
hitch and the tongue weight of
the loaded trailer must be includ-
ed as part of the vehicle load.
The Gross Axle Weight Rating
(“GAWR”) is the maximum load
that can be applied at each of the
vehicle’s two axles.
The fact that there is an upper
limit to your vehicle’s Gross Vehi-
cle Weight Rating means that the
total weight of whatever is being
carried in the vehicle (including
the weight of a trailer hitch and
the tongue weight of the loaded
trailer) is limited. The more pas-
sengers in the vehicle or passen-
gers who are heavier than the
standard weights assumed mean
that less weight can be carried as
luggage.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating
are listed on the safety compli-
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ance sticker label located on the
driver’s side B-pillar.

Z\ WARNING
Overloading a vehicle can cause
loss of vehicle control, a crash
or other accident, serious per-
sonal injury, and even death.
—Carrying more weight than
your vehicle was designed to
carry will prevent the vehicle
from handling properly and in-
crease the risk of the loss of
vehicle control.
—The brakes on a vehicle that
has been overloaded may not
be able to stop the vehicle
within a safe distance.
—Tires ona vehicle that has
been overloaded can fail sud-
denly, including a blowout and
sudden deflation, causing loss
of control and a crash.
—Always make sure that the to-
tal load being transported -
including the weight of a trail-
er hitch and the tongue
weight of a loaded trailer -
does not make the vehicle
heavier than the vehicle’s
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.

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Wheels

Determining correct load
Talis
Use the example below to calcu-
late the total weight of the pas-
sengers and luggage or other
things that you plan to transport
so that you can make sure that
your vehicle will not be overload-
ed.
Steps for Determining Correct
Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “THE
COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCU-
PANTS AND CARGO SHOULD
NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX
LBS” on your vehicle’s placard
(tire inflation pressure label)
=> page 266, fig. 169.
2. Determine the combined
weight of the driver and pas-
sengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight
of the driver and passengers
from “XXX” kilograms or “XXX”
pounds shown on the sticker
=> page 266, fig. 169.
4. The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For ex-
ample, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lbs. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650
lbs.)
5. Determine the combined
weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely ex-
ceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculat-
ed in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer
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 257, fig. 166) 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\.
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>

Care and cleaning

Care and cleaning
General information
Regular, proper care helps to maintain your vehi-
cle's value. It can also be a requirement when
submitting warranty claims for corrosion damage
and paint defects on the body.
The required cleaning and care products can be
obtained from an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Service Facility. Read and follow the in-
structions for use on the packaging.

ZA\ WARNING
— Using cleaning and care products incorrectly
can be dangerous to your health.
— Always store cleaning and care products out
of reach of children to reduce the risk of poi-
soning.

@ For the sake of the environment
— Purchase environmentally-friendly cleaning
products if possible.
— Do not dispose of cleaning and care prod-
ucts with household trash.
Car washes
The longer that deposits such as insects, bird
droppings, tree sap or road salt remain on the ve-
hicle, the more the surface can be damaged. High
temperatures such as those caused by sunlight
increase the damaging effect.
Before washing, rinse off heavy deposits with
plenty of water.
Stubborn deposits such as bird droppings or tree
sap are best removed with plenty of water anda
microfiber cloth.
Also, wash the underside of your vehicle once
road salt stops being used for the season.
Pressure washers
When washing your vehicle with a pressure wash-
er, always follow the operating instructions pro-
vided with the pressure washer. This is especially
important in regard to the pressure and spraying
distance. Do not aim the spray directly at the
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seals on the side windows, doors, hood, luggage
compartment lid, or sunroof*, or at tires, rubber
hoses, insulating material, sensors*, camera
lenses*, or the laser scanner*. Keep a distance of
at least 16 inches (40 cm).
Do not remove snow and ice with a pressure
washer.
Never use cone nozzles or high pressure nozzles.
The water temperature must not be above 140 °F
(60 °C).
Automatic car wash
Spray off the vehicle before washing.
Make sure that the windows and roof* are closed
and the windshield wipers are off. Make sure that
the vehicle is still able to roll during the washing
process in the car wash. Follow instructions from
the car wash operator, especially if there are ac-
cessories attached to your vehicle.
If possible, use car washes that do not have
brushes.
Washing by hand
Clean the vehicle starting from the top and work-
ing downward using a soft sponge or cleaning
brush. Use solvent-free cleaning products.
Washing vehicles with matte finish paint by
hand
To reduce the risk of damaging the paint when
washing, first remove dust and large particles
from your vehicle. Insects, grease spots, and fin-
gerprints are best removed with a special cleaner
for matte finish paint.
Apply the product using a microfiber cloth. To re-
duce the risk of damaging the paint surface, do
not use too much pressure.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water. Then
clean using a neutral shampoo and a soft micro-
fiber cloth.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly again and let it air
dry. Remove any water residue using a chamois. >

Emergency assistance

Emergency assistance
General information
> Park the vehicle as far as possible from moving
traffic in the event of a breakdown. In the event
of a flat tire, park the vehicle ona level surface.
If you are ona steep hill, be especially careful.
> Set the parking brake.
> Switch the emergency flashers on.
> Have the passengers exit the vehicle. They
should move to a safe place, for example be-
hind a guard rail.

-Z\ WARNING
Follow the steps given above. This is for your
protection and the for the safety of others on
the road.


Equipment
e tool kit, tire m
vehicle jack
Applies to: vehicles with the vehicle tool kit, tire mobility kit,
and vehicle jack





Fig. 170 Luggage compartment: cargo floor cover
The vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack*, tire mobility
kit*, and compressor* are stored in the luggage
compartment under the cargo floor cover
> fig. 170.
> Lift the cargo floor by the plastic handle
> fig. 170.
> Applies to: sedan: Hook the handle into the lug-
gage compartment seal.
> Applies to: vehicles with spare tire: Turn the
handle counter-clockwise and remove the spare
tire.
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» Applies to: sedan: Unhook the cargo floor cover
again before closing the luggage compartment
lid.
G@) Tips
The vehicle jack* does not require any mainte-
nance.
Tire mobility kit
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit
> Read and follow the important safety precau-
tions > page 286.
> Set the parking brake.
> Select the “P” position.
> Check if a repair with the tire mobility kit is pos-
sible > page 286.
Using the tire mobility kit
Applies to: vehicles with tire mobility kit

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Fig. 171 Tire: tire damage that cannot be repaired
The tire repair is only meant for temporary use.
Change the damaged tire as soon as possible
oA.
If the tire is pierced by an object such as a nail,
do not remove the object from the tire.
The tire mobility kit can be used at temperatures
as low as -4 °F (-20 °C).
The tire mobility kit must not be used:
—If the tire has cuts or punctures that are larger
than 0.16 in (4 mm) @ © fig. 171
— If the rim is damaged (2)
— If you have driven with very low tire pressure or
without air in the tire @)

Emergency assistance

> Store the vehicle tool kit in its designated
place.
> If the removed wheel does not fit in the spare
wheel well, store it securely in the luggage
compartment > page 85.
> Check the tire pressure on the installed wheel
as soon as possible.
> Correct the tire pressure and store it in the MMI
=> page 276 or > page 278.
> The wheel bolt tightening specification must be
90 ft lbs (120 Nm). Have it checked as soon as
possible with a torque wrench. Drive carefully
until then.
> Have the faulty wheel replaced as quickly as
possible.
Space-saving spare tire
Applies to: vehicles with space-saving spare tire (compact
spare tire)
The spare tire is intended for short-term use only.
Have the damaged tire checked and replaced if
necessary by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility as soon as possible.
There are some restrictions on the use of the
compact spare tire. The compact spare tire has
been designed specifically for your type of vehi-
cle. Do not replace it with the spare tire from an-
other type of vehicle.
The compact spare tire is located in the luggage
compartment under the cargo floor cover
=> page 286.
The tire pressure must be adjusted to a specified
value listed on the tire pressure sticker
=> page 266, fig. 169.
Snow chains
For technical reasons, the use of snow chains on
the
compact spare tire is not permitted.
If you have to drive with snow chains and a front
tire fails, mount the spare tire in place of a rear
tire. Install the snow chains on the rear tire that
you removed, and install that in place of the
front tire that failed.
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AN WARNING
— After installing a spare tire, the tire pressure
must be checked as soon as possible.
— Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h)
with a compact spare tire. Driving faster
than that increases the risk of an accident.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, avoid hard
acceleration or braking and driving fast
around curves with the compact spare tire.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, never drive
with more than one compact spare tire.
— Normal summer or winter tires must not be
mounted on the compact spare wheel rim.

Collapsible spare tire
Applies to: vehicles with collapsible spare tire
The collapsible spare tire is intended for short-
term use only. Have the damaged tire checked
and replaced if necessary by an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon
as possible.
There are some restrictions on the use of the col-
lapsible spare tire. The collapsible spare tire has
been designed specifically for your type of vehi-
cle. Do not replace it with the collapsible spare
tire from another type of vehicle.
The collapsible spare tire is located in the lug-
gage compartment under the cargo floor cover.
Requirement: the vehicle tool kit > page 286 and
the compressor must be laid out.
Removing
> Lift the cargo floor using the handle.
> Turn the handwheel counter-clockwise and re-
move it.
>» Remove the collapsible spare tire.
You must inflate the collapsible spare tire before-
hand in order to use it.
Inflating
> Remove the valve cap from the collapsible
spare tire.
» Tighten the compressor hose on the collapsible
spare tire valve.

Fuses and bulbs



Fig. 186 Driver’s side footwell (left-hand drive vehicles):
footrest @, front passenger’s side footwell (right-hand
drive vehicles): cover @)

Fig. 187 Left side of cockpit: cover @), luggage compart-
ment floor: fuse panel cover @)
298
A fuse that has blown will have metal strips that
have burned through.
The fuses are located in the left footwell under
the footrest (left-hand drive vehicles) (4) or be-
hind a cover (right-hand drive vehicles)
left front side of the cockpit @), or in the luggage
compartment floor (4).

> Switch the ignition and all electrical equipment
off.
> Check the table that follows to see which fuse
belongs to the equipment.
> Remove the screwdriver from the vehicle tool
kit > page 286.
> Remove the appropriate cover.
> Remove the colored plastic clip from the fuse
panel, if necessary.
> Remove the clamps from the fuse panel cover
in the footwell @ or @)
> Remove the fuse using the clip.
> Replace the blown fuse only with a fuse that
has the same amp rating.
> Reinstall the plastic bracket.
> Install the cover.

Fuse color identification









Color Current rating
in amps
Black 1
Gray 2
Purple 3
Pink 4
Light brown 5
Brown 1.5
Red 10
Light blue 15
Yellow 20
White ortransparent |25
Light green 30
Teal 35
Orange 40
Z\ WARNING
Do not repair fuses and never replace a blown

fuse with one that has a higher amp rating.

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Fuse panel (2) (brown) Fuse panel (2) (black)
4 |Head-up display Luggage compartment lid central locking,
Climate control system, fragrance system, 11 | fuel filler door, sunshade, luggage com-
5 ionizer partment cover
9 |Steering column lock 12 |Luggage compartment lid control module
Fuse panel (2) (red)
No. Equipment
1 |Suspension stabilization control module
2 |Service disconnect switch
4 |Electric drive system
5 | Brake system, brake booster
6 |High-voltage battery water pump
7 |Auxiliary climate control
8 |Climate control system compressor
9 |Auxiliary battery control module

10 | High-voltage battery

11 |High-voltage charger

14 |Thermomanagement, water pump

15 | Thermomanagement control module


Fuse panel (3) (brown)

No. | Equipment

1 | Driver assistance systems control module


2 | Audi phone box
Fig. 190 Luggage compartment floor: fuse panel with
plastic clip

Front seat electronics, right lumbar sup-










a port
Fuse panel (@) (black) 4 |Side assist
No. | Equipment 5 |Rear climate control system control panel,
1 | Thermal management Infotainment system control panel
3 | Passenger’s side rear safety belt tensioner 6 |Tire pressure monitoring system
4 |Driver’s side rear safety belt tensioner 7 |Emergency call system
5 |Air suspension/suspension control 8 Auxiliary heating radio receiver, tank mod-
6 |Automatic transmission control module ule
7 |Rear sliding sunroof, rear spoiler 9 |Automatic transmission selector lever
8 |Rear seat heating 10 TV tuner, data exchange and telematics
9 | Convenience system control module, left centro mouule
tail light
ll Convenience access and start authoriza-
10 | Front belt tensioner on driver's side tion control module
12 | Garage door opener

13 | Rearview camera, peripheral cameras


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Technical data

Technical data
Identification data
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Fig. 192 Vehicle identification label
The vehicle identification label > fig. 192 is locat-
ed in the luggage compartment under the cargo
floor cover.
The vehicle identification label information can
also be found in the Warranty & Maintenance
booklet.
Vehicle data
The sticker contains the following vehicle data:
@ Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
@ Vehicle type, engine output, transmission
® Engine and transmission codes
@) Paint and interior codes
© Optional equipment numbers
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The VIN is located in the following areas:
— Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Settings & Service > Vehicle info.
— On the vehicle identification label
— At the front behind the windshield
— Inthe motor compartment on the right side
Notes about technical data
The values may vary based on special equipment
as well as market-specific equipment and meas-
uring methods.
Please note that the specifications listed in the
vehicle documentation always take precedence.
@ Tips
Any technical data that is missing was not
available at the time of printing.

Length (in (mm)) Width (in (mm)) Width across the | Height at curb
mirrors (in (mm)) | weight (in (mm))



A6 allroad 194.9 (4,951) 74.9 (1,902) 83.1 (2,110) 58.9 (1,497)
A6 sedan 194.4 (4,939) 74.3 (1,886) 83.1 (2,110) 57.4 (1,457)
S6 sedan 195.0 (4,954) 74.3 (1,886) 83.1 (2,110) 56.9 (1,446)
RS 6 Avant 196.7 (4,995) 76.8 (1,951) 83.1 (2,110) 58.5 (1,487)
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Index

A
A/C cooling mode..........-. eee eee eee ee
A/C system refrigerant oil...............
Acceleration measurement..............
Accelerator pedal...............-00000-
also refer to Accelerator pedal..........
AccessorieS.... 0... 0.00. eee eee
Active lane assist
refer to Lane departure warning.........
refer to Lane guidance................
Adaptive cruise assist................04.
Cleaning the sensors......... 0.0.0.0 005
Adaptive cruise control
Predictive control..............000005
Adaptive dampers « sve « « savece ae scare 6 0 oe
Adaptive speed assist
refer to Adaptive cruise assist..........
Adjusting the air distribution.............
Adjusting the brightness.................
Adjusting the sound................0005
Adjusting the temperature...............
Adjusting the vents ccs <= csws + © sews +o oer
Adjusting the volume............. eee eee
Adjusting the volume (announcements) ... .
Adjusting the welcome sound............
Airbag system... 2.2... eee eee
AIPSUSPONSION ix o © aowees « 2 mines + omnes 5, v0
Alarm system
refer to Anti-theft alarm system..........
Alignment pin (changing the wheel).......
All-weather lights...............-..00005
Allseason tires’... cscu ve ones ee eee ee oe
All wheel drive
refer to quattro.............. 0...
Amazon Alexa integration
Media playback........... 00 cee e eee
QOPOratitig = = sews = « eee 5 4 wees s Ree se BES
AMI
refer to Audi music interface...........
Android Auto
refer to Audi smartphone interface......
Anti-lock braking system............000.
Anti-Slip Regulation.................05.
Anti-theft alarm system ...........-.00005
Anti-theft wheel bolts...............00.
Apple CarPlay
refer to Audi smartphone interface...... 231
Aspect ratio
NidGO verse < ¢ seven & 5 seaRE ze SeHER Fo Bee 225, 227
ASR
refer to Anti-Slip Regulation............ 117
Audi adaptive light...............-..000- 53
Audi connect
MEFEPTONCONNECE: « «esses oo wesc ow xem ¥ v0 192
AUGIGriVe’SelECt ios: « « suas > gemy 2 x seme gee 112
Audi music interface. .............0.00048 222
Audio files................-...000000 0s 223
Audi phone box....... 2... eee eee eee 183
Audi presense....... 2... 0c eee eee 150
M@SSAGES same x < eee 5 2 euS 5 2 eee Fo 154
Audi pre sense front.............-..00-- 151
Audi side assist
refer to Side assist.............00 eee ee 154
Audi smartphone interface.............. 231
Legalinformation..........0..ceeeeee 236
Audi virtual cockpit
refer to Instrument cluster.............. 12
AUTO
Automatic headlights .................. 53
Climate control system..............0-. 92
Auto Lock (central locking) ............... 35
Automatic climate control system
refer to Climate control system.......... 91.
Automatic luggage compartment lid.... 43,44
Automatic transmission............-...5- 98
Parking lock emergency release......... 101
Automatic wipe/wash system............. 60
Average consumption................... 17
Average speed... 0... . eee eee eee 17
B
Bag hooks ......... 00 eee eee eee eee 85
Band
refer to Frequency band............... 212
Battery
Charging (12 Volt vehicle battery)....... 254
Vehicle battery (12 Volt)............0.-. 252
Winter operation (12 Volt vehicle battery) . 252
Blinds
refer to Panoramic glass roof............ 48
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