oil level AUDI A7 2020 Owners Manual

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Brake system ¥
=> page 100, > page 102,
=> page 236
Steering ¥
=> page 106
Steering lock
=> page 106
Air suspension
=> page 105
Rear spoiler
=>page 110
Electrical system
=> page 236
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 231
Engine oil pressure
=> page 231
Cooling system
=> page 234
Hood
=> page 229
Loose wheel warning
=> page 256
Night vision assist
=>page 125
Night vision assist
=>page 125
Distance warning
=> page 140
Steering intervention request
=> page 136
Safe start monitor
=> page 138,
Driver intervention request
=> page 138
Lane departure warning
> page 141
Lane departure warning
=> page 141
Audi pre sense
=> page 144,
Intersection assist
=> page 150
Yellow indicator lights
Central indicator light
=> page 7
Safety systems ¥
=> page 69
Transmission
=> page 96
Drive system
= page 98
Cooling system
=> page 234
Engine start system
=> page 91
Keys
=> page 91
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 102
Brake system
= page 100
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 108
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC) ¥
=> page 108
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 109
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥
=>page 110
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥
=>page 110
Steering
=> page 106
Steering lock
=> page 106
All wheel drive
=> page 108
Suspension control
=>page 105
Air suspension
=>page 105

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Rear spoiler
=>page 110
Engine speed limitation
>page 15
Tank system
=>page 225
Electrical system
=> page 236
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 231
Engine oil level (MAX)
> page 231
Engine oil sensor
=> page 231
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
v
=>page 227
Engine warm-up request
=> page 231
Washer fluid level
=> page 239
Windshield wipers
=> page 57
Parking system plus
=> page 154
Tire pressure
=> page 258
Tire pressure ¥
> page 258
Loose wheel warning
=> page 256
Bulb failure indicator
=> page 52
Adaptive light
=> page 52
Light/rain sensor
=> page 52, > page 57
Door lock
> page 34
Battery in vehicle key
> page 38


Night vision assist
=> page 126
Intersection assistant
=> page 150
Side assist
=> page 148;
Exit warning
=> page 149
Rear cross-traffic assist
=>page 159
Adaptive cruise assist
=>page 139
Steering intervention request
=> page 136, > page 142
Lane departure warning
=> page 142
Distance warning
=> page 140
Audi pre sense
=>page 146
Emergency assist
=>page 151
Emergency call function
=> page 181
Other indicator lights

Rear safety belt ¥
=> page 66
Start/Stop system
=> page 98
Low beam headlight
=> page 48
Parking light
=> page 48
Turn signals
=> page 49
Cruise control system
=>page
127
Cruise control system
=>page
127
Efficiency assist
=>page 128

Driving dynamic


— Note that on wet streets, the front wheels
can “hydroplane’” if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive
vehicles, the engine RPM does not increase
suddenly when the vehicle begins hydro-
planing. Adapt your speed to the road condi-
tions to reduce the risk of an accident.
Sport differential
Applies to: vehicles with sport differential


The sport differential distributes the drive power
to the rear axle based on the situation. The goal
is a high level of agility and ability to accelerate
on curves. The vehicle is very responsive to steer-
ing. The settings depend on the selected Audi
drive select* mode.
t3] All-wheel drive: malfunction! You can con-
tinue driving. Please contact Service
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
iT-3| Sport differential: malfunction! Please con-
tact Service
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
2] All-wheel drive: too hot. Please adapt driv-
ing style. See owner's manual
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive
in a less sporty manner until the temperature re-
turns to the normal range and the indicator light
switches of.
3] Sport differential: temperature too high.
Please adapt driving style
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive
in a less sporty manner until the temperature re-
turns to the normal range and the indicator light
switches of.
108
AN WARNING
Contact
an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility if the sport differen-
tial is faulty or malfunctioning. The repair
must be performed by trained personnel us-
ing the correct oil in order to ensure safety.

Electronic Stabilization
Control
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical sit-
uations, such as if the vehicle is oversteering or
understeering, or if the wheels are spinning. The
brakes are applied or the engine torque is re-
duced in order to stabilize the vehicle.
If the 3] indicator light blinks while driving, the
ESC is actively regulating.
If the BA indicator light turns on, the system has
switched the ESC off. In this case, you can switch
the ignition off and then on to switch the ESC on
again. The indicator light turns off when the sys-
tem is fully functional.
If the B indicator light turns on, ESC was limit-
ed or switched off manually > page 109.
The following systems are integrated in the ESC:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when brak-
ing. The vehicle can still be steered even during
hard braking. Apply steady pressure to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the pedal.
A pulsing in the brake pedal indicates that the
system is acting to stabilize the vehicle.
Brake assist
The brake assist system can decrease braking dis-
tance. It increases braking power when the driver
presses the brake pedal quickly in emergency sit-
uations. You must press and hold the brake pedal
until the dangerous situation is over. Depending
on the activated driver assistance systems, the >

Checking and Filling

Engine compartment overview
The most important check points.




Fig. 147 Typical location of the reservoir and the engine oil filler opening (example)
Follow the safety precautions > page 227.
@ Washer fluid reservoir (6) > page 239
@ Jump start point (+) under a cover, (-) with
hex head screw > page 239, Charging the 12
Volt vehicle battery, > page 273, Jump start-
ing
Coolant expansion tank (=) under a cover
=> page 235
Engine oil filler opening (S27) > page 232
Brake fluid reservoir (OC) under a cover
=> page 236
Sticker* for engine oil specifications
=> page 230
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The coolant expansion tank and the engine oil
filling opening may be located in different places
within
the engine compartment, depending on
the engine version.
230
Engine oil
If the engine oil level is too low
If you need to add engine oil, use an oil that is
listed on the sticker. The sticker is located at the
front of the engine compartment > page 230,
fig. 147.
If the recommended engine oil is not available, in
an emergency you may add a maximum of 1
quart (1 liter) of ACEA C3 or API SN engine oil
one time until the next oil change.
For more information on the correct engine oil
for your vehicle, contact an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility. Have the oil
changed by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Service Facility.

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Audi recommends
Sbastrol | ZIDIGE Prarzssional
Audi recommends using the LongLife high-per-
formance engine oil from Audi Genuine Parts.
I Tet
Engine oil pressure


i Turn off engine. Oil pressure too low
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level > page 231.
— If the engine oil level is too low, add engine oil
=> page 232. 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.
Engine oil level
& Please add oil immediately.
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level > page 231 and add engine oil
immediately > page 232.
El ada max. x qt (x l) oil. You can continue
driving
Add the amount of oil shown immediately
=> page 232.
Reducing the oil level
A Please reduce oil level
There is too much oil in the engine and there is a
risk of damaging the catalytic converter or en-
gine. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
engine oil extracted if necessary. Avoid high en-
gine speeds, full acceleration, and heavy engine
loads.
Engine oil sensor
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.
& Oil pressure sensor: malfunction! Please
contact Service
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.
Engine warm-up request
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.
G) Tips
The oil pressure warning =} is not an oil level
indicator. Always check the oil level regularly.
Checking the engine oil level
The engine oil level can be checked in the MMI.
Follow the safety precautions > A\ in General in-
formation on page 227.
>» Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Shut the engine off when it is warm.
> Switch only the ignition back on.
> Wait approximately two minutes.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Settings & Service > Oil level.
> Read the oil level in the display. Add engine oil
if the bar in the oil level indicator is just below
“min” > page 232.
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@) Note
If the engine oil level is too low or too high,
there is a risk of engine damage.
@) Tips
The oil level indicator in the display is only an
informational display. If the oil level is too
low, a minimum oil warning appears in the in-
strument cluster. Add oil and close the hood.
The current oil level will be displayed on the
MMI the next time the ignition is switched on.
@) 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 in-
creased its oil consumption, contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to determine the cause.
232
Please note that an exact oil consumption
measurement must be done with the neces-
sary care and accuracy and may take time.
An authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility 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

RAZ-0012|


Fig. 148 Engine compartment: engine oil filling opening
cover (example)
Follow the safety precautions > page 227, Gener-
al information.
> Turn the engine off.
> Open the hood > page 229.
> Unscrew the cap 7 for the engine oil filler
opening > fig. 148.
> Carefully add 0.5 quart (0.5 liter) of the correct
oil > page 230.
> Close the engine oil filler opening cap.
» Close the hood > page 229.
> Restart the ignition after two minutes and read
the current oil level in the MMI > page 231,
Checking the engine oil level.
> Add more oil if necessary.

ZA, WARNING
— When adding oil, do not let oil drip onto hot
engine components. This increases the risk

of a fire. >

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@ For the sake of the environment
— Before changing the engine oil, make sure
you can dispose of the used engine oil cor-
rectly.
— Engine oil must always be disposed of cor-
rectly. Do not dump it in the yard, in the for-
est, or in open water, river channels, or sew-
ers.
— Have your used engine oil recycled by bring-
ing it to a used oil collection site or contact
a gas station.
Cooling system
The engine cooling system is filled with a mixture
of purified water and coolant additive at the fac-
tory. This coolant must not be not changed.
The coolant level is monitored using the B indi-
cator light. However, occasionally checking the
coolant level manually is recommended.
Messages
& Turn off engine and check coolant level. See
owner's manual
The coolant level is too low.
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the
coolant level > page 235.
— If the coolant level is too low, add coolant
=> page 235. Only continue driving once the in-
dicator light turns off.
Ba Coolant temperature: too high. Let engine
run while vehicle is stationary
Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes to
cool off, until the indicator light turns off.
— If the indicator light does not turn off, do not
continue driving the vehicle. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.
| Coolant system: malfunction! Please turn
off engine
Do not continue driving, shut the engine off, and
switch the ignition off.
234
— See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
Coolant additive
The coolant additive is made of anti-freezing and
corrosion protection agents. Only use the follow-
ing coolant additives. These additives may be
mixed with each other.


Coolant additive Specification
Gl12evo TL774L
G12++ TL774G
G13 TL774J

The amount of coolant additive that needs to be
mixed with water depends on the climate where
the vehicle will be operated. If the coolant addi-
tive percentage is too low, the coolant can freeze
and damage the engine.



Coolant Freeze protec-
additive tion
Warm min. 40% min. -13 °F
regions max. 45% (-25°O
Cold min. 50% max. -40 °F
regions max. 55% (-40 °C)

@) Note
— Before winter weather begins, have an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility check if the coolant additive
in your vehicle matches the percentage ap-
propriate for the climate. This is especially
important when driving in colder climates.
— If the appropriate coolant additive is not
available in an emergency, do not add any
other additive. You could damage the en-
gine. If this happens, only use water and re-
store the correct mixture ratio with the
specified coolant additive as soon as possi-
ble.
— Only refill with new coolant.
— Radiator sealant must not be mixed with
the coolant.
— 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 >

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authorized Audi Service Facility can also pro-
vide you with important information about
the recommended coolant additive.
Checking coolant

RAZ-0540 © =

MIN

Fig. 149 Engine compartment - Coolant expansion tank:
@ cover with release button; @) markings
Follow the safety precautions > page 227, Gener-
al information.
Checking the coolant level
> Park the vehicle on a level surface.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Open the hood > page 229.
The coolant expansion tank for some engines is
located in the water drip tray under a cover. Slide
the
cover that is located below the windshield
wiper on the front passenger's side toward the
windshield and remove the cover.
> Check the coolant level in the coolant expan-
sion tank > page 230, fig. 147 using the outer
markings @) > fig. 149. The coolant level must
be between the markings @) when the engine is
cold. When the engine is warm it can be slight-
ly above the upper marking.
> If you add coolant to the coolant expansion
tank for the combustion engine, see
=> page 234, Cooling system.
Adding coolant
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of
coolant in the expansion tank >@).
If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water
and coolant additive. Mixing the coolant additive
with distilled water is recommended.
> Allow the engine to cool.
> Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expan-
sion tank cap.
> Push the release button @) > fig. 149 on the
cap and carefully turn it to the left until you
feel resistance > /\.
> Push the release button again and remove the
cap completely.
>» Add coolant mixed in the correct ratio
= page 234 up to the MAX marking.
> Make sure that the fluid level remains stable.
Add more coolant if necessary.
> Turn the cap to the right to tighten it until you
feel resistance a second time.
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.

ZA\ WARNING
— The engine compartment in any vehicle can
be a dangerous area. Stop the engine and al-
low it to cool before working in the engine
compartment. Always follow the informa-
tion found in > page 227, General informa-
tion.
— Never open the hood if you can see or hear
steam or coolant escaping from the engine
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 engine
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.

C) Note
Do not add coolant if the expansion tank is
empty. Air could enter the cooling system and >
235

Index

DriversySteim 5 cscs «x sevens © 5 eswanes 6 ¥ wumees 97,99
Audi drive select.............0 eee eee 104
Driving down hills.............2--0000- 102
DrivingprogKraims. » « swewcs + + snes oo mtmsen @ 93,139.
Driving through water................0. 103
DriVING TIMes + 3 secur so ceswen + wees s aaaeER a oo 16
Driving tips
Driving through water................. 103
Efficient driving. ..........00..ee eee eee 97
Uphill and downhill................... 102
Driving up hills: =z sees ¢ 2 sees ae ewan es es 102
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter..............0.. 88
DVD drive (media drives)................ 206
Dynamic all-wheel steering.............. 106
E
E-mail
Message options «. 2 6 cs. s seven se ees e 170
SettingS 0... . 0... c eee eee eee eee 170
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock...... 108
EDR
Event Data Recorder wi .2 os ecce se eecee es 282
Efficiency assist... 0... eee eee 128
Electrical system. .........-.0 0 eee ee eee 236
Electromechanical parking brake......... 101
Electronic Differential Lock.............. 109
Electronicimmobilizetiiec:. . 2 sive «6 cess «2 one 37
Electronic Stabilization Control........... 108
Embedded SIM Gard « savers « « sways x 2 cawa 9 oa 175
EM@rgency assist sans « x asas 5 aaven ss news s L51,
Emergency assistance..............+-0. 267
Emergency braking function............. 102
Emergency call............200005. 167, 180
Emergency flashers..............--0000- 52
Emergency fueling.............--..000- 226
Emergency: Mode viic = + saree 2 waren oo tere 2 96
Emergency operation
Doors... 2... ee eee 35)
Fueltilledoor's « + saws & 3 naan & s aes a § me 226
Luggage compartment lid............... 41
Panoramic glass roof.............000005 44
Emissions control system.............. 227
Energy COMSUMERS! 5 sia oo wend 6 saan ao ave 17
296
Energy Managements os sce 6 eevee wo wise so 97
Engine
Breakingin.......... 0... cee eee eee eee 97
GCOOlSNE + acas 3 < seam Blais 2 a eae,8 © Game 234
Emergency Sto piss: os sess oo scons 2 susan @ 2 one 90
Jump starting ........ cece eee eee 273
Start/Stop system.............-00 ee eee 98
Starting/Stopping)=. +s mces ss sees s eres s 90
Engine compartment
Opening and closing the hood.......... 229
Overview... 22.2... eee eee eee 230
Safety precautions.............eee sees 227
Engine oil
ACAING « scr © 2 seems 2 o ewe a 2 even & eee 230
CHANGING ns + vsnnas ov ensues « & enetane ww venues © 233
Checking oillevel.............2--000-- 230
CONSUMPTION is x sas oe caw oo wees oo we 230
Indicator light...........-...2.0000 02 231
Replacement interval..............00. 240
Temperature display................0-5 16
Engine sound
Audi drivesselectis « wcsne ss seinen a esawew ¥ ive 104
Enginesstartisystem ecco s aco 6 2 eases 6 & weve 91
Engine stop
refer to Start/Stop system.............. 98
Entry/exitilightingjen: « «cence m 2 owas a a amnion a 51
Enithy aSSistance:: + 2 sowie so sew 6 © eee oo coe 61
also refer to Exit assistance............. 61
Environment
Unleaded gasoline................2.0. 223
eSIM
refer to Embedded SIM card............ 175
Event Data Recorder (EDR).............. 282
Exit assistance... 0.6... eee eee 61
Exit warning ................00 000 eee 149
Exterior lighting.................02.-005 48
EXteriOn MIPKONS scisane os serene oo vemos wanes 4 @ 53
Folding settings...............-.000005 33
External voice operation................. 28
F
Factory default settings
Multi Media Interface................. 220
Fast forwarding and rewinding (media file). 209
Fast forwarding (media files)............ 209
FaStrOute’s « cocces 2s swan 2 0 aren © 9 sane © rans 183