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check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving ona signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to over-
heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle's handling and stop-
ping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's re-
sponsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres-
sure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the sys-
tem is not operating properly. The TPMS mal-
function indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-
mately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-
function exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure
that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
If the tire pressure monitoring indicator
appears
The tire pressure indicator in the instrument
cluster informs you if the tire pressure is too low
or if there is a system malfunction.
Using the ABS sensors, the tire pressure monitor-
ing system compares the tire tread circumference
and vibration characteristics of the individual
tires. If the pressure changes in one or more
tires, this is indicated in the instrument cluster
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display with an indicator light @ and a message.
If only one tire is affected, the location of that
tire will be indicated.
The tire pressures must be stored again each
time you change the pressures (switching be-
tween partial and full load pressure) or after
changing or replacing a tire on your vehicle
=> page 235. The tire pressure monitoring system
only monitors the tire pressure you have stored.
Refer to the tire pressure label for the recom-
mended tire pressure for your vehicle
=> page 226, fig. 152.
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 235
— Tires that are only partially used are replaced
with new tires
Indicator lights
@ - 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 235.
/TPMS| (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Tire pres-
sure: malfunction! See owner's manual. If i
appears after switching the ignition on or while
driving and the @ indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster blinks for approximately one minute
and then stays on, there is system malfunction.
Try to store the correct tire pressures
= page 235. 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.

ZA\ WARNING
— If the tire pressure indicator appears in the
display, reduce your speed immediately and
avoid any hard steering or braking

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
— Preferably purchase environmentally-friend-
ly cleaning products.
— Do not dispose of leftover cleaning and care
products 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, lids or the sun-
roof* or at tires, rubber hoses, insulating materi-
al, sensors* or camera lenses*. Keep a distance of
at least 16 in (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. Follow instruc-
tions from the car wash operator, especially if
there are accessories 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 down using a soft sponge or cleaning brush.
Use solvent-free cleaning products.
Washing vehicles with matte finish paint by
hand
To avoid damaging the paint when washing, first
remove dust and large particles from your vehi-
cle. Insects, grease spots and fingerprints are
best removed with a special cleaner for matte
finish paint.
Apply the product using a microfiber cloth. To
avoid 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.

ZA WARNING
— Only wash the vehicle when the ignition is
off and follow the instructions from the car
wash operator to reduce the risk of acci-
dents.

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Emergency assistance

Starting the engine
Both jump start cables must be connected in the
correct order.
S
g = & oO

Fig. 162 Engine compartment: connectors for jump start
cables or a charger
RAZ-0128

Fig. 163 Connecting the jump start cables
The jump start cable connections are located in
the engine compartment.
Follow the information about the vehicle battery
=> page 212.
Connecting the positive cable (red) to the
positive terminal
> Open the cover on the positive terminal
> fig. 162.
1. Attach one end of the positive cable (red) to
the positive terminal on the vehicle battery
@ ° fig. 163.
2. Attach the other end of the positive cable
(red) to the positive terminal @ on the pow-
er source.
Connecting the negative cable (black) to the
negative terminal
3. Attach one end of the negative cable (black)
to the negative terminal @) on the power
source.
4. Attach the other end of the negative cable
(black) to the jump-start pin @ on the vehi-
cle.
Starting the engine
> Start the engine in the vehicle giving the charge
and let it run at idle.
> Now start the engine in your vehicle, which has
the
drained battery.
> If the engine does not start: Stop the starting
procedure after 10 seconds and then repeat it
after approximately 30 seconds.
> Turn on the rear window defogger in your vehi-
cle in order to reduce any voltage peaks that
may occur when disconnecting the jump start
cables. The headlights must be switched off.
> With the engines running, remove the cables in
reverse order of the way they were installed.
> Close the cover on the positive terminal.

ZA WARNING
— Do not touch the non-insulated parts of the
terminal clamps. The cable must also not
come into contact with vehicle components
that conduct electricity when it is connected
to the positive vehicle battery terminal. This
can cause a short circuit.
— The plugs on the battery cells must not be
opened.
— 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.

q@ Note
— Do not use the negative terminal on the ve-
hicle battery for jump starting. A malfunc-
tion could occur in the vehicle electrical sys-
tem.
— Please note that the connecting process
previously described for the jump start ca-
bles is intended for when your vehicle is be-
ing jump started. If you are jump starting
another vehicle, connect the negative cable
(-) to a large metal component that is
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Emergency assistance

bolted securely to the engine block, or to
the engine block itself. If the vehicle battery
in the vehicle being jump started is not
vented to the outside, there is a risk of ex-
plosion due to hydrogen gas.
Gi) Tips
Make sure that the connected jump start ca-
bles have sufficient contact with metal.
Towing
erasure)
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. Au-
di 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.
If the vehicle should be towed with the axle
raised, then the ignition must be switched off to
reduce the risk of damage to the drivetrain.
Tow bar and towing cable
The vehicle can be towed with a tow bar or tow-
ing cable. Both drivers should be familiar with
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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.
(i) 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 85.
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 123 when
loading the vehicle onto a vehicle carrier,
train, ship, or other type of transportation,
or when towing the vehicle. This can prevent
an undesired intervention from the pre
sense* system.

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— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 248.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 249,
=> page 249.
> 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 vehi-
cles > page 45. 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 90.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.

A WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical

power.


Front towing loop

Fig. 164 Front bumper: installing the towing loop
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 242.
> Press the cap inward with brief, strong pressure
> fig. 164. The cap will loosen from the bump-
er.
> Tighten the towing loop in the threaded open-
ing until it stops and then tighten it with a
wheel wrench.
> After using, place the towing loop back in the
vehicle tool kit.

ZX WARNING
If the towing loop is not tightened until it
stops when installing, the threads may be
pulled out when towing the vehicle and that
could cause an accident.

Rear towing loop

Fig. 165 Rear bumper: installing the towing loop
The threaded opening for the towing loop is lo-
cated on the right rear of the bumper.
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Index

Electroniciimmobilizetiiecs:. 2 sive 6 oes «2 ane 32
Electronic Stabilization Control............ 98
Embedded SIM’ card « savers ¢ « sways x 2 caw 9 a 155
Emergency assistance ..........eeeeveee 242
Emergency braking function.............. 91
Emergency call... .. 2... eee eee eee 146
Emergency flashers...............00000 45
Emergency mode.............-.000e00ee 85
Emergency operation
Doors... . eee 30
Fuel tillerdoop': = suo « s sense « = woe & 2 as 202
Luggage compartment lid............... 37
Panoramic glass roof.............000005 40
Emissions control system..............- 202
EMGNQy'CONSUIMIENSS. « » weceim o 9 eesmee «. oneness 15
Energy management.............-.00005 87
Engine
Breakingin........... 2... eee ee eee eee 86
GOGlANE sexes + = seme 5 3 fmeu so eee E Ea EE 209
EMe@rgeney:Stopis oo sis oo merce 2 2 warars & wane 80
Jump starting....................00. 246
Start/Stop system sss + ¢ eevee & x eaies ys ae 87
Starting/Stopping’« « «se. ss eees ee ew os 80
Engine compartment
Opening/closing the hood.............. 204
Overview... 2... cece eee eee 205
Safety precautions............-.00000e 203
Engine oil
AGING essa is 2 woxwon so sesma oe oraess ww mene 205
Changing.......-...... cee eee eee eee 208
Checking oil level... 02.2... cece eee 205
CONSUMPELON: ¢ & smc o sores.» o saws @ 3 cosas 205
TOdicatOrlight » serie «0 ose » mauesee © veer 206
Replacement interval................. 215
Engine sound
Audi GriveS@leCt s cas + = waves © » seaneie +» wee 96
Engine Start/Stop mode
refer to Start/Stop system........... 87, 88
Engine start system ...... cece ese eeee vee 81
Engine stop
refer to Start/Stop system........... 87, 88
Environment
Unleaded gasoline.................... 199
eSIM
refer to Embedded SIM card............ 155
Event Data Recorder (EDR).............. 255
268
Exterior lighting: «cscs + come + = over © = ove 43
EXteniOn MIRPONS sic omer ov mew @ wae a 8 47
Folding settings...............-.000005 29
External voice operation................. 25
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Factory default settings
Multi Media Interface................. 196
Fast forwarding and rewinding (media file). 185
Fast forwarding (media files)............ 185
FaStrOute’s « sesces so scene vo meses 6 8 aeenes va 160
Favorites
Bluetooth. ......... 20.0.0... cece eee 197
NaWiGatiOliess ¢ ssa s + eeu & ¥ Rams & x BES 162
Tele PON ascna x a vow ve meas oo een ow ae 144
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . 261
File formats (media drives) .............. 190
Folding the rear seats.............-.0005 75
For the sake of the environment
Disposing of engine oil................ 208
Fueling sis «2 encve 2 @ sovioe xo aename 2 6 come 3 ore 200
Leaks... eee eee eee eee 204
Forward gear
(EEF tO GESTS < = oss ¢ s Sues & ¥ ware = a ea ss 82
Free text search
Medldies « « cas 4 caw < were & & pee 6 x ees 189
Radio... 2... ee eee 177
also refer to Intelligent search.......... 160
Freeze protection
COOlAnt « sews s = sees ss ees s eee es BE 209
Front center armrest.................0.. 55
LO 199
Additives: : zoxs ss qewu so seen 2 y BeeE a Fe 200
CUrreNnt:CONSUMPTION’: « « sicsers s 6 covers a 6 sewnaie 14
Fuel gauge......... 2. eee eee eee eee ny
Fuel tank capacity. <i ccs s ie veee ee esas s 264
Gasolines. « «ssw se cmon x mene © x ete w «aoe 199
Reducing fuel consumption............. 86
Fueling
FUL TILLERAOOF ec ¢ < eacee sy were se aecee ev 200
Fuel filler door emergency release....... 202
Fuel tank capacity...............00005 264
Fuse.aSSiQnMentis « ¢ wscce x owes oo stemme 2 oe 252
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Garage:dooropene tiie. ov savas i x wracne ow anvenes 40

Index

Software information
Legalinformation..............0.0005 197
Software version (MMI)
Version information.................. 197
Sound
refer to Adjusting the sound............ 195
Space-saving spare tire (compact spare tire) . 245
SParGuites = 5 mane < 5 Hane & BES GF Heme G = He 245
Speedometer........... 0. cece eee eee ee 11
Speed warning systeM...... 0... e eee eee 108
Start/Stop systeM......... 0.0 cece eee 87
Switching offandon...............0--- 88
Starting to drive............ cee eee eee 82,92
Starting (engine).................. eee 88
Steering... 6... eee cee eee ee 97
Audi drive select...............000000. 96
alsoreferto Steering: « «cans se cas vs cae 97
St@ering lock: s < sass ss peas ss ewe s 80, 81,97
Steering wheel
ACjUSEING sie © 2 wenn oe ware 2 oe = eeeD oo 56
Adjusting manually..................0- 56
SHITE Paddles « ssras + ¢ aime & ¥ cease 3 x eS ae 84
Steering wheel heating................. 79
also refer to Multifunction steering wheel. . 12
Steps for determining correct load limit... 230
Stopover (navigation) ................-. 164
StOPPiNG (ENGINE) we. o 6 sees eo owen oo er a a 88
StOraG@ zs 5 « wewe ¢ 5 sews & eee s eo ee 73, 74
Storage bag = sess + eae% ¢ = Hees « ¢ eee ¥ gore 73
Storage compartment................... 73
Stored stations
Feferto FAVOrites . xen s « wows 2 x om s 2 oe 177
Streaming
refer to Online media................. 183
SubWOOfEr’s casaz x s saws 2 & mewn 2 9 wei 3 owe 245
Sunshade
refer to Sunshade (roof)..............-. 39
Sunshade ((0Of) sieisie es sssvee sv wae ov eww w 39
SUN&#39;WISOIS » saw + game g » yeu gs ream ao eee se 48
SUSPENSION sacs 3 3 neue ss eooey 4 Fao 3 & BOERS 96
Audi drive select..............02--000- 96
Swap Call sswiec «2 nein 2 v eve 2 o aren ¥ a ee 147
Symbols

274

System Settings « vce ss cece wv serene vv ereseee 195
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Tachomete@ tics: a 2 esse se crac sv ew 2 oo i, 13
Tail lights
Cleaning... ...... cee cece 237
Techinicalidatiay, « « wssess sa senine aw soanine 0 w avews 263
Technical modifications................. 258
Telephones « vases s eee ss gern se oes x es 139
Audi phone box..............2-0000ee 141
Dialing anumber.................2005 146
Options during aphonecall............ 147
PlayiMgeMUsie « cemese x o snenece « semen « 0 svete « 182
Temperature display
Coolant... 6... cece eee eee eee eee 11
Temperature display (outside temperature).. 14
TexXteINPUt s sncsene a + soccnme w 6 avon » 6 soem © w veneer 22
Text messages
Message options................00005 147
SOttinGS
scan « = seuss « y peux 2 ¢ eG «ee 147
also refer to Text messages............ 147
Tie*dowtise « » sams 2 2 gee 2 qamom ¢ « ween & 3 eee 75
Tightening specification
Wheel. Bolt staves 2 vscsie oo wna 2 0 onivaue w ¥ emus 245
Tightening specification (wheel bolts) .... . 245
Tit@ss « ¢ ewes = ¢ qews + 2 pew se eg ae a a 14
tiptronic
refer to Manual shifting................ 84
TPES = scwssn 2 > wrsee oo mie 2 oe ov ER wo 216
CHAM GIIAG psu + vssnnas ov ensues © & enetane oH wtmuene © 242
Loose wheel warning.............-.... 231
LOWsprovile
tires » www 2 2 caww a e wees s 2 xe 232
Service UiFE an avenina 0 a sneane a 4 axmuane «9 sme 225
Tire pressure... 2.2... 0c eee eee eee eee 226
Tire pressure monitoring system.... 233, 234
Tire pressure table.................0.. 227
Tire pressure (trailer towing)........... 101
Treadwear indicators...............0.. 225
Unidirectional...............0.2. 218, 245
Uniform tire quality grading............ 233
Tires and wheels
Glossary of tire and loading terminology... 219
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 228
TO0ks ¢ cies « 2 spams ¢ 2 caw «epee ¥ ore x 8 242
Top tether anchor (securing the child safety
SQAE) se 2 a cwcvese + savers eo vases =H ateeoes =H cree a 69