technical data AUDI A3 2020 Owner´s Manual

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Table of contents

Customer information........... 37],
Data privacy................0.000. B71
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Transmitted information.............. 372
Accessories and technical
CHANGES... 1... eee ee eee 374
Warranty............ 0.0. cece eee 374
Audi Literature Shop................. 374
Driving in other countries............. 374
Maintenance, repairs, and technical
MOGITICAtIONS sacen x wamws + name es gee 6 x 374
Accessories and parts................ 376
Reporting Safety Defects.............. 376
Declaration of compliance for
telecommunications equipment and
electronic systems............---000- 377
POCHMICAWASES!: 6 wcsse o 6 scene ss someon & a7
Identification data................00. 379
Vehiclé datas: = «eas ss esas: erences ees 379
Index... 0.0... cee ee 381

Checking and Filling

> After the fuel pump has switched off, wait five
seconds before removing the nozzle to allow
the rest of the fuel to finish dripping into the
fuel tank.
> Turn the fuel cap clockwise until it clicks into
place.
> Close the fuel filler door and then press on the
left side until it latches.
The correct fuel type for your vehicle can be
found ona label located on the inside of the fuel
filler door. For additional information on fuel, see
=> page 298.
For the tank capacity in your vehicle, refer to the
Technical Data > page 380.
To reduce the risk of fuel leaking out or vapors
escaping, make sure that the fuel tank is closed
correctly. Otherwise the Ey indicator light will
turn on.
If the central locking system malfunctions, there
is a fuel filler door emergency release
= page 301.
Messages
Plug-in hybrid drive: for additional information
on refueling, see > page 302.
| Tank system: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the fuel tank system.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.

— If you do not insert the fuel pump nozzle all
the way into the filler tube, then fuel can
leak out. Spilled fuel can ignite and start a
fire.
— Never get into the vehicle when refueling. If
there is an exceptional situation where you
must enter the vehicle, close the door and
touch a metal surface before touching the
fuel pump nozzle again. This will reduce the
risk of electrostatic discharge that can cause
flying sparks. Sparks can start a fire when
refueling.


ZA\ WARNING
Improper fueling procedures and improper
handling of fuel can lead to explosions, fires,
severe burns, and other injuries.
— Do not smoke. Keep away from open flames.
— The ignition must be switched off when re-
fueling.
— Mobile devices, radio devices, and other ra-
dio equipment should always be switched
off when refueling. Electromagnetic rays


ZA WARNING
Transporting fuel containers inside the vehicle
is not recommended. Fuel could leak out of
the container and ignite, especially during an
accident. This can cause explosions, fires, and
injuries.
— If you must transport fuel in a fuel contain-
er, note the following:
— Always place the fuel container on the
ground before filling. Never fill the fuel
container with fuel while it is inside or on
the vehicle. Electrostatic discharge can oc-
cur while refueling and the fuel vapors
could ignite.
— When using fuel containers made of met-
al, the fuel pump nozzle must always re-
main in contact with the container to re-
duce the risk of static charge.
— Insert the fuel pump nozzle as far as pos-
sible into the filler opening while refuel-
ing.
— Follow the applicable legal regulations in
the country where you are driving when
using, storing and transporting fuel con-
tainers.
— Make sure that the fuel container meets
the industry standards, for example ANSI
or ASTM F852-86.


could cause sparks and start a fire.


1) Depending on the engine and country
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Data privacy

Data privacy
Image recording
Surrounding area monitoring
Applies to: vehicles with surrounding area monitoring
Some vehicle functions require the vehicle’s path
to be detected and evaluated. This is done by
cameras installed permanently on the vehicle
that detect objects in the vehicle's surroundings
(such as obstacles or guard rails). The live images
from the cameras are transmitted to the applica-
ble control module.
The camera images are transmitted to the appli-
cable control module and stored for processing.
The control module analyzes the current camera
image using image evaluation software. This im-
age evaluation software detects anonymized
technical measurements, such as distances to ob-
jects. The control module evaluates these techni-
cal measurements and makes it possible for the
assist systems to control the vehicle, if necessary.
Data memories
Vehicle control modules
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Fig. 292 Driver's side footwell: connection port for the On
Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic control
modules for various vehicle systems such as the
airbags. These vehicle control modules store data
while driving normally that is required by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for diagnosis and repair purposes. Only
certain types of data are recorded for a very short
period of time if a control module has detected a
system event. No noises, conversations, or im-
ages will be recorded in the vehicle.
The data may include information such as the ve-
hicle speed, the direction of travel, and informa-
tion about the brake system, or also the behavior
of the restraint system in the event of an acci-
dent. The stored data can be exported and down-
loaded with special devices, which must be con-
nected directly to the vehicle.
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
There is a diagnostic connector socket in the driv-
er's side footwell to read out the various control
modules and the event data recorder. Data re-
garding the function and condition of the elec-
tronic control modules is stored in the event
memory. Only have an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility read out and de-
lete the event memory.

ZX WARNING
— Incorrect use of the connection port for the
On Board Diagnostic System can cause mal-
functions, which can then result in accidents
and serious injuries.
— Only allow an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility to read out the
engine data.
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Event Data Recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-
corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-
tions,
such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understand-
ing how a vehicle's system performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle dynam-
ics and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehi-
cle is designed to record such data as:
— How various systems in your vehicle were oper-
ating;
— Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened;
— How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
— How fast the vehicle was traveling.
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Accessories and technical changes

Usually maintenance and repair work requires
special tools, measuring devices, and other
equipment that is available to trained vehicle
technicians in order to help ensure that your vehi-
cle and all of its systems operate correctly, relia-
bly, and safely. Performing work on the vehicle
incorrectly can impair the operation and reliabili-
ty of your vehicle and may void one or more of
your vehicle's warranties.
Technical Modifications
Interference with electronic components, their
software, the wiring, and data transfer may cause
malfunctions. Because of the way electronic com-
ponents are interconnected, such malfunctions
can also impair systems that are not directly in-
volved. This means that you risk both a substan-
tial reduction in the operational safety of your ve-
hicle and increased wear of vehicle components.
Some convenience functions, such as the conven-
ience turn signal function, individual door open-
ing function, and displays, can be reprogrammed
using special workshop equipment. If functions
are reprogrammed, the information and descrip-
tions about these functions in this Owner's Man-
ual may no longer apply to the changed func-
tions. Audi recommends that an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility perform
and verify any reprogramming procedures.


carry out the job and have the correct tech-
nical information and the correct tools.
— If you are uncertain about what to do, have
the work performed by an authorized Audi
dealer, an authorized Audi Service Facility,
or another qualified workshop. Serious per-
sonal injury may result from improperly per-
formed work.


ZA WARNING
Maintenance procedures, repairs, or technical
modifications that are performed incorrectly
increase the risk of an accident and can lead
to serious injuries.


ZA WARNING
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially dangerous area and can cause
serious personal injury.
— Always use extreme caution when doing any
work in the engine compartment. Always
follow commonly accepted safety practices
and use common sense. Never risk personal
injury.
— Never perform any work in the engine com-
partment unless you know exactly how to

@) Note
— Maintenance procedures, repairs or techni-
cal modifications that are performed incor-
rectly can cause damage to the vehicle, such
as corrosion.
— If emergency repairs must be performed,
take your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon
as possible.
— Audi is not liable for damage to the vehicle
resulting from failure to comply with these
guidelines.
@) For the sake of the environment
— Regular maintenance can help protect the
environment.
— Technical modifications to the vehicle can
have a negative impact on fuel consumption
and vehicle emissions.
(@) For the sake of the environment
Undeployed airbag modules and pretension-
ers are classified as Perchlorate Material -
special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.
gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. When the
vehicle or parts of the restraint system includ-
ing airbag modules and safety belts with pre-
tensioners are scrapped, all applicable laws
and regulations must be observed. Your au-
thorized Audi dealer is familiar with these re-
quirements and we recommend that you have
your dealer perform this service for you.
G) Tips
Because of your vehicle's aluminum body de-
sign, all service and repair procedures affect-
ing the body should be performed by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
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Technical data

Technical data
Identification data
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Fig. 293 Vehicle identification label
The vehicle identification label > fig. 293 is locat-
ed in the luggage compartment under the cargo
floor cover.
The vehicle identification label information can
also be found in the Warranty and 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:

— Select: the [MENU] button > Vehicle > left con-
trol button > Service & checks > Vehicle infor-
mation.

— On the vehicle identification label
— At the front behind the windshield*
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.
G) 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))
A3 Cabriolet 174.4 (4,430) 70.5 (1,793) 77.1 (1,960) 55.4 (1,409)
A3 sedan 175.8 (4,465) 70.7 (1,796) 77.1 (1,960) 55.7 (1,416)
A3 Sportback e-tron 169.6 (4,311) 70.2 (1,785) 77.4 (1,966) 56.1 (1,426)
RS3 sedan 176.3 (4,479) 70.9 (1,802) 77.1 (1,960) 55.0 (1,397)
S3 sedan 176.1 (4,472) 70.7 (1,796) 77.1 (1,960) 54.8 (1,392)

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Technical data

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Fuel tank, front wheel drive 13.2 gal (50.0 L)

Fuel tank, all wheel drive 14.5 gal (55.0 L)
Plug-in hybrid drive fuel tank 10.5 gal (40.0 L)



Windshield washer system 3.2 qt (3.0L)
Windshield and headlight washer system* 5.0 qt (4.7 L)
Windshield and headlight washer system*, S models 4.2 qt (4.0 L)
Windshield and headlight washer system*, RS models 3:7 qt3B5D

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Fig. 294 Safety certificate


Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The maximum permitted total weight @ of the
vehicle is listed on the safety certificate on the
side area of the door or on the driver's door pillar.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The maximum permitted load on the front axle
@ or the rear axle @) is listed on the safety cer-
tificate on the side area of the door or on the
driver's door pillar.
Load
The maximum permitted load is listed on the tire
pressure label on the driver's door pillar.
Roof load
The maximum permissible roof load is 165 lbs
(75 kg).
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Steps for determining correct load limit... 334
Stopover (navigation) « w... . . ec. ss exw « 194
Storage Options'as« < sews « = newp + pees oe ve 60
Streaming
refer to Online media................. 215
Subtitles (DVD) scawos 0 = wesw oe ssowe 2 wove 2 222
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SUIVISOTS sway 7s ane @ 2 Ree aE @eeE a NOE ae 49
SUPMOUNG ss ¢ 3 naw a & nays 5% aeIR a bere Has 234
Suspension ....... 0.00.0 cece eee eee eee 92
Swap call... 6... 2. eee eee eee eee 174
Switching tabs
refer to Multifunction
steering wheel................. 17,19, 20
Symbols): « = sees ss gece « ¥ yee ee Seow ee oe 155
Navigation. 5 + sss a 6 semen av ¥ nse 9 6 sae 6 199
also refer to Indicator lights............. 10
Synchronization (climate control system) .... 66
System settings (MMI)..............005 230
Systemrupdate (MMI). « « sicss « «cee soa 234
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Technical modifications................. 374
Telephone....... 0... eee eee eee eee ee 169
Audi phone box: « « 200 ys eyes ee seen eee 171
Connecting acell phone............... 169
Dialing anumber................-.0.- 173
Options during a phone call............ 174
Playing MUSIC: = 2 scene 2 x ereeee av eras 2 we 214
SettingS ... 0.6... eee eee 180
Temperature display (outside temperature)... 17
Temperature gauge
Coolant... 0... cece eee eee eee eee eee 14
Tether anchors ..........seseeee eee enee 294
Tether strap... 2. eee eee 294
Text MESSAGES cc + nanos © enone wv ameuenD 6 see 175
also refer to Text messages............ 175
Tie-downs ... 0.6... cee ees 62
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tiptronic
refer to Manual shifting................ 76
Tire Mobility System (tire mobility kit) ..... 349
TUROS s ncsaa 2 2 oem © pra a a meee a © oR & @ HB 319
Low-profile tires.................000. 336
Mobility Kits « swe & x acme ¢ ¢ Sos >t eevee ei 349
RepainiSete. so scm s wane ov case 2 o oe 3 oo 348
Replacing......... cece eee eee eee 352
Service life....................0.000. 328
Tire PrOSSUlC as ss mses + waws ye meres a oH 330
Tire pressure monitoring system.... 337,339
Tire pressure table..............000005 331
Tire pressure (trailer towing mode) ...... 113
Treadwear indicators.................. 328
Unidirectional...................50-- 321
Uniform tire quality grading............ 336
Tires and wheels
Glossary of tire and loading terminology. . 322
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 332
Tone (sound)
refer to Adjusting the sound............ 234
oe) Ca 348
Torn or frayed safety belts............... 248
Touch
referto MMI touch................00- 149
Towing
Front:towing lOOps « seas ss ame sv mews a x 368
Rear towing loop ssascrs x anon: x « wmasicn © = oes 368
Tow truckS .... 2... eee eee ee 367
Towing protection monitor.............0. 30
TPMS
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 337
GISOTEPEF TO TIES sree x & sates x % eater ¥ 28 337.
TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system)
Indicator light « sss + «ows ss ease oe wean 341
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 339
Traffic information..................00. 204
Trailer mode (navigation)............... 197
Trailer towing iwi so seca ee eee 2 vam ee aes 113
Trailer towing mode
Tongue weight..............--000000) 113
Trailer load... 6... eee eee eee 113
Treble (sound) ...... 0. cece cece eee eee 234
Trip computer (analog instrument cluster)... 22
Trip computer (Audi virtual cockpit) ........ 22
Trunk lid
Trunk escape latch...............00005 348
Turn signal... 00... cece eee ee eee eee 44
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