light AUDI Q5 2021 Owner´s Manual

Driving dynamic


these control systems are installed and this
can affect driving stability and increase the
risk of a collision.
— As the vehicle load increases, especially the
roof load, the vehicle's center of gravity also
increases along with the risk of the vehicle
tipping. To reduce the risk of an accident, al-
ways adapt your driving style to the current
conditions and avoid sudden driving maneu-
vers.

G) Tips
The ABS and ASR only function correctly when
all four wheels have a similar wear condition.
Different tire sizes can lead to a reduction in
motor power.
The So* button (or #, depending on the model)
for controlling the ESC is located in the center
console, in front of the selector lever. The ESC is
automatically switched on when the ignition is
switched on.
Limiting ESC
It may make sense in some situations to limit the
ESC stabilization functions so that the wheels can
spin:
— Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
— Driving in deep snow, on unpaved ground, or
with snow chains
— Driving downhill while braking on loose ground
— Driving with axle articulation
The ESC can be limited in order to allow the
wheels to spin.
—To limit the ESC, press the So button briefly.
The B indicator light will turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
light turns off.
If you select the Offroad Audi drive select mode,
the Offroad ESC mode will be automatically
used. This mode is suited for driving offroad and
is designed for uneven terrain or loose ground.
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Switching off ESC
For a more active control of the vehicle where the
stabilizing functions of the ESC cannot intervene,
the ESC can be switched off.
— To switch off the ESC, press and hold the Sor
button for more than three seconds. The B
and aa indicator lights turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
lights turn off.

ZA\ WARNING
— When the ESC is switched off or limited,
there will be no vehicle stabilization or it will
be limited. The driving wheels could spin
and the vehicle could swerve, especially on
slick or slippery road surfaces. When there is
a heavy vehicle load and sudden driving ma-
neuvers, it may not be possible to prevent
the vehicle from tipping under certain cir-
cumstances, which increases the risk of an
accident.
— Because of the increased risk of an accident,
only drive with the ESC switched off or Limit-
ed when it is necessary. Reactivate the ESC
as soon as possible.
G) Tips
— If you select the Audi drive select* Offroad
mode, hill descent assist will switch on.
— If the ESC is limited, switched off, or mal-
functioning, systems with an automatic
braking intervention function may not be
fully available.
— If malfunctions occur in other systems or
certain driver assist systems are active, the
ESC must be switched on by the system. The
ESC
may switch on automatically and can-
not be operated with the button.
B fs / B © Stabilization control (ESC/
ABS): malfunction! See owner's manual

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This al-
so causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still >

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function with their normal power, but ABS is not
active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
Other indicator lights
if a blinks while driving, the ESC is actively reg-
ulating. Operating noises may occur. If the indi-
cator light stays on, the ESC has been switched
off due to system needs. The indicator light turns
off when the system is fully functional.
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— GB/T 18487.1 and GB/T 20234 (China)
— IEC 61851 and IEC 62196 (Europe)
— SAE J1772 (North America, Japan)
— You can use your Audi charging system if
there is a household or industrial connec-
tion available at the charging station.
@ Tips
Applies to: Audi charging systems
— For an uninterrupted charging process, we
recommend only charging using sockets
that are connected to a separately protected
circuit.
— It is recommended to use Audi charging sys-
tems in the wall mount clip* during opera-
tion. If this is not possible, always position
Audi charging systems on a secure surface
during the charging process > A\.
—To reduce the risk of overheating during op-
eration, do not place Audi charging systems
in direct sunlight for long periods of time. If
the control unit is overheated, the charging
process is automatically paused until the
temperature has lowered back within the
normal range.
Charging
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

Fig. 101 Left rear side of the vehicle: opening the high-
voltage charging port door



Fig. 102 Charging unit: charging port and buttons/LED
Connecting the charging cable
If you charge your vehicle at a charging station,
the following sequence of steps may vary. Follow
the manufacturer guidelines and operating in-
structions for the charging station.
Requirement: the “P” gear must be selected, the
parking brake must be set, and drive ready mode
must have ended.
— If necessary, remove the charging cable from
the vehicle > page 130, Transport.
— Remove the cap from the charging cable if nec-
essary.
— First connect the charging cable to the power
supply, or remove it from the charging station.
— Unwind the charging cable completely.
— Unlock the vehicle.
— To open the charging port door, press on the
right
side of the door > fig. 101.
— Remove the cap from the vehicle charging port
and place it on the holder on the charging port
door.
— Plug the charging connector into the vehicle
charging port.
Starting to charge automatically (immediate
charging)
If charging is not delayed with a timer, the charg-
ing process will begin immediately. If necessary,
the charging station may need to be activated.
Follow the manufacturer guidelines and operat-
ing instructions for the charging station.
While charging
The charging display on the charging unit @) will
pulse green while charging. It will pulse |<} in
the instrument cluster. You can find the meaning >
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Charging display
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

The charging display is an LED light on the charg- the charging status. The key for the LED light is






ing unit @) page 125, fig. 102 that indicates explained in the following table.
LED on the charging unit Meaning
Vehicle charging system is in sleep mode. A timer may be active,
Off but charging has not started yet.
Charging process is interrupted.
Pulsing The high-voltage battery is charging.
Green Flashing A timer is active, but charging has not started yet.
On High-voltage battery charging process is completed.

When using the Audi charging system, make sure the power
plug is inserted in the power socket > page 131. No power sup-
ply was recognized even though the charging cable is plugged
On in. Have the power supply or power supply system inspected.
When using the Audi charging system, check the status displays
Yellow on the unit > table on page 132. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance if necessary.

The vehicle is not secured from rolling away. Check if “P” is se-
lected and the parking brake is set. If the LED continues to
flash, see an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for assistance.
Flashing

The charging connector may not be able to lock correctly in the
vehicle charging port. Check if the charging connector is insert-
ed correctly. Remove the charging connector and plug it in the
charging port again, or use a different charging station. If the
Red On LED stays turned on, there is a malfunction either in the vehicle
charging system or at the power source. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance if neces-
sary.



The outside temperature is too low or too high.

@ Tips climate control system. You can turn on multiple
timers at the same time.
The operation status indicated by the LED on
the charging unit are is displayed in the in-
strument cluster Eg.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Charging.
Multiple timers are displayed that you can set
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive > To set a timer, select > in the line for the de-
sired timer.
> If the timer should be set one time, select Indi-
vidual timer. If the timer should be set to re-
peat, select Repeat timer.
> Set a preferred charging time if desired, for ex-
ample to use off-peak power rates. >
Use a timer to set at what departure time your
vehicle should be fully charged. A timer can ei-
ther be set one time or to repeat at the selected
times. You can also specify if your vehicle should
be heated or cooled to the temperature set in the
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Messages
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
If the ai indicator light turns on, then the range
is low or very low. Charge the high-voltage bat-
tery.
EBac charging system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the charging system. Drive to an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immedi-
ately.
Incompatible charging system. Please check
charging system
This message appears when the charging system
is incompatible. Only charge using the Audi
charging system that is designed for your vehicle.
BS Charging system: malfunction
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the vehicle charging infrastructure or the charg-
ing station. Use a different charging station. If
this message does not turn off, contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility.
Charging equipment
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Audi e-
tron compact charging system may be available.
Using the charging equipment
Pay attention to the following information for
safe handling of the charging equipment:
— Secure the charging equipment against any
strain, such as being run over, falling, pulling,
bending, and crushing.
— Do not submerge the charging equipment in
water and do not cover it with snow or ice.
— When you remove the charging cable from the
vehicle and from the power supply, only pull at
the connectors and not at the cable.
— Put the cap on after using the charging cable.
— Only operate the Audi charging system ina
power supply system with a frequency of
50 Hz/60 Hz.
— Only operate or store the Audi charging system
at a humidity level between 5% and 95% (no
condensation).
— The Audi charging system is protected against
dust and splashing water (IP55 (USA: Enclosure
3)).
Depending on the country, different warnings
may be on the charging equipment.

Symbol Meaning

Operate or store the Audi charging
system at a temperature range of
-22 °F (-30 °C) to +122 °F (+50 °C).
a

Operate or store the Audi charging
system at a temperature range of
-22 °F (-30 °C) to +122 °F (+50 °C).
Operate or store the Audi charging
system at a maximum elevation of
13,000 ft (4,000 m) above sea lev-
el.

Le ‘=4000m

Operate or store the Audi charging
system at a maximum elevation of
16,400 ft (5,000 m) above sea lev-
el.
Li E 3

The Audi charging system is not
equipped with a connected ground
conductor.
©

The Audi charging system is equip-
ped with a connected ground con-
ductor.
©

Do not operate the Audi charging
system in power networks that are
not grounded (such as IT networks).
Only operate the Audi charging sys-
tem in grounded power networks.
&

Surfaces can become very hot when
in direct sunlight.

©
>

Incorrect use increases the risk of
electric shock.


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Control unit: status and malfunction indicators

Indicator lights Meaning Solution



& Green The charger is ready to charge, | Starting the charging process
O 0 Off but is not charging. =>page 125.
O & Off
O 0 of
9 Off
O Flashing green __| The vehicle is being charged
O 0 Off with the ground conductor
O Bot monitor activated.
O 0 of
9 Off
Flashing green | The power cable has overheat- | After the cable cools down, the malfunc-
© a Yellow ed. Possible cause of the mal- | tion will be automatically cleared. Until it
O B& otf function: a multi-phase socket | cools down, charging performance will be
O 0 of is being used in single-phase | reduced. If the malfunction continues,
mode. The charging perform- | have the power supply/household con-
9° Off ance will be reduced. nection checked by a qualified electrician.
O Flashing green |The control unit has overheat- | After the control unit cools down, the
O Q Off ed. The charging performance | malfunction will be automatically
O Bor will be reduced. cleared. Never leave the control panel in
@ 8 Yellow direct sunlight for long periods or time.
Until it cools down, charging perform-
© Off ance will be reduced. If the malfunction
continues, have the control unit checked
by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility.
O Red The power cable has overheat- | After the cable cools down, the malfunc-
© © Yellow ed. The charging process has __| tion will be automatically cleared and the
O B otf been interrupted. charging process will resume. If the mal-
function continues, have the control unit
O 0 off checked by an authorized Audi dealer or
© Off authorized Audi Service Facility, or have
the power supply/household connection
checked by a qualified electrician.
O Red The control unit has overheat- | After the control unit cools down, the
O O off ed. The charging process has_ | malfunction will be automatically cleared
O Bor been interrupted. and the charging process will resume.
@ 0 Yeltow Never leave the control panel in direct
© -_ sunlight for long periods or time. If the

malfunction continues, have the control
unit checked by an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility.

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© Red The charging infrastructure of | After the power supply/household con-
© @ Flashing yellow |the power supply/household | nection stabilizes, the malfunction will be
O Bor connection is restricted. Possi- | automatically cleared and the charging
O 6 off ble cause of the malfunction: | process will resume. If the malfunction
low voltage or poor power fre- | continues, have the power supply/house-
© Off quency. The charging process | hold connection checked by a qualified
has been interrupted. electrician.
O Red There is a malfunction inthe | After the vehicle charging system stabiliz-
O Q Off vehicle charging system. The es, the malfunction will be automatically
© & Flashing yellow charging process has been in- | cleared and the charging process will re-
O 6 off terrupted. sume. If the malfunction continues, have
the vehicle checked by an authorized Audi
9 Off dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
© Red The power cable or vehicle ca- | Have the power or vehicle cable replaced
O 0 Off ble is faulty. Possible cause of | by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
O Bot the malfunction: the coding _| ized Audi Service Facility.
© 0 Flashi ll resistance of the power or ve-
asning YeNow | hicle cable is not compatible.
9 Off The charging process has been
interrupted.
O Red There is a malfunction in the | End the charging process at the vehicle
O 0 off vehicle charging system. The | and remove the vehicle cable from the ve-
@ E& Red charging process has been in- | hicle charging port. Disconnect the charg-
O 6 of terrupted. er from the power supply and reconnect it
after 60 seconds. Restart the charging
© Off process > page 125. If the malfunction
continues, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
© Red There is an overvoltage inthe | Disconnect the charger from the power
© CQ Flashing red charging infrastructure of the | supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
O Bot power supply/household con- | If the malfunction continues, have the
O 6 of nection. The charging process | power supply/household connection
© has been interrupted. checked by a qualified electrician.
Off
©) Red The control unit has atechni- | Disconnect the charger from the power
O 0 Off cal malfunction. The charging | supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
process has been interrupted. | If the malfunction continues, have the
O & off
@ 8 Red control unit checked by an authorized
© e Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
Off

cility.

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Indicator lights Meaning Solution



e e control unit has a techni- isconnect the charger from the power O Red Th Lunit h hni- | Di he ch from th
O 0 off cal malfunction (self-test supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
O Bor failed). The charging process _ | If the malfunction continues, have the
© 6 Flashi d has been interrupted. control unit checked by an authorized
ashing re Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
9° Off cility.
e e charging infrastructure o ave the control unit checked by an au- O Red The charging inf f | Have th Lunit checked b'
@ CX Red the power supply/household | thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
connection is insufficient: the ervice Facility, and have the power sup- @ EB Red ion is insuffici he | Service Facili dh h
O 6 of ground conductor is interrupt- | ply/household connection checked by a
ed or not present. The ground | qualified electrician. Do not use the pow-
© Off conductor monitor has inter- | er supply/household connector until the
rupted the charging process. | malfunction is corrected.
e e indicator light in the reset | Have the control unit replaced by an au- O Red The indi light in th Have th Lunit replaced b
@ CX Red button on the control unit is | thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
@ & Red faulty. The charging process _| Service Facility.
@ 0 Red has been interrupted.
e
9 Off
e e control unit has detecte ress and hold the utton for at least O Red Th Lunit has d d |P d hold the © b for at l
@ X Red residual current. The charging | two seconds. If the malfunction contin-
rocess has been interrupted. | ues, have the control unit checke an @ Bred p has been i pted h h lLunit checked by
@ 8 Red authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
. ; Service Facility, and have the power sup-
9 Flashing red ply/household connection checked by a
qualified electrician.
O Red The charging infrastructure is | Disconnect the charger from the power
© © Flashing red wired incorrectly. The charging | supply. Have the power supply/household
© & Flashing red process has been interrupted. | connection checked by a qualified electri-
cian.
© 46 Flashing red 7
9 Off
©O Red The control unit has atechni- | Disconnect the charger from the power
@ CX Red cal malfunction. Possible supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
@ E& Re cause of the malfunction: If the malfunction continues, have the
@ 0 Red software error or the load re- | control unit checked by an authorized
C lay has been switched incor- _| Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
9 Red rectly. The charging process cility, and have the power supply/house-
has been interrupted. hold connection checked by a qualified
electrician.
O Flashing red The control unit has a serious | Have the control unit replaced by an au-
O 0 off malfunction. The charging thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
O B or process has been interrupted. | Service Facility.
@ &§ Red
9 Off

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Indicator lights Meaning Solution
O Off The indicator light in the Have the control unit replaced by an au-
@ X Red On/Off button on the control | thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
@ B Red unit is faulty. The charging Service Facility.
@ © Red process has been interrupted.
© Red
Technical Data
Output 9.6 kw
Current rating 40 A single phase
System voltage 120V-240V
Power frequency 50 Hz/60 Hz
Overvoltage category (IEC 60664) ‘| II
Short-time current rating (EN <10 kA eff.
61439-1)

Power plug versions NEMA 6-30; NEMA 6-50; NEMA 14-30; NEMA 14-50; NEMA
5-15

Integrated residual-current device AC: 20 mA; DC: 56 mA

Vehicle charging connector Type l

Protection class I

IP Code 55 (USA: Enclosure 3)

Control unit mass 5.3 lbs - 7.7 lbs (2.4 - 3.5 kg)


Control unit dimensions (height x
width x depth)

12.2 in x 4.1 in x 2.8 in (310 mm x 105 mm x 72 mm)

@) Tips
— The device runs a self test after power has
been restored to the control unit. If a self
test is successful, all indicator lights will il-
luminate green for two seconds.
— The Audi e-tron compact charging system is
designed for charging at sockets with a volt-
age of 120 V/240 V. If your socket has a dif-
ferent voltage, contact and authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
— If your Audi e-tron compact charging sys-
Changing or attaching the cable
Applies to: vehicles with Audi charging system

B4G-0681



tem has a fixed connection, meaning can be Fig. 108 Control unit: removing and attaching the cable
connected directly to the power supply
without a power cable, contact a qualified Requirements:
electrician or an authorized Audi dealer or > The charging process for the high-voltage bat-
authorized Audi Service Facility. tery must be ended > page 126.
— The system complies with United States FCC > The vehicle charging connector must be re-
regulations and ISED regulations
> page 312.
moved from the vehicle charging port.
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> The power cable must be removed from the
socket.
Loosening the cable
> If necessary, loosen the screw (8) using the
screwdriver provided.
> Lift the lever @ all the way up.
> Pull the connector (2) out just until you feel re-
sistance.
> Close the lever @ until it is resting on the con-
nector @).
> Remove the connector (2) completely.
Attaching the cable
> Lift the lever @ up slightly.
> Insert the connector @) into the control unit
just until you feel resistance.
> Lift the lever @ all the way up.
> Insert the connector (2) all the way into the
control unit.
> Close the lever @).
> Tighten the screw @) using the screwdriver pro-
vided.

Z\ WARNING
— Note the warnings for charging > A\ in
Charging on page 126.
— Before switching a cable, always unplug the
power cable from the socket.
— Only change cables in a dry environment.
— The Audi charging system may only be used
as a complete unit consisting of the power
cables, the control unit, and the vehicle ca-
ble. Depending on the country, the total
length of the power cable, control panel and
vehicle cable may be restricted, for example
to 24.6 ft (7.5 m) in the USA. Audi recom-
mends using only cables approved by Audi.

@) Tips
The power cable with the power connector for
industrial sockets and the Audi charging sys-
tem control unit are designed to work togeth-
er. Changing the power cable to another con-
nector type may reduce the available charging
power of the entire system. Limitations on
the ability to transfer power (current capacity)
depending on the phase and the number of
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available phases may affect the available
charging power.

Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive and wall mount
clip

RAZ-0638,

Fig. 109 Wall mount clip: securing the Audi charging sys-
tem
Securing the Audi charging system
> First insert the control unit in the bottom tabs
on the wall mount clip and then into the upper
tabs.
> Push the control unit in the direction of the ar-
row toward the rear > fig. 109 and let it lock in-
to place.
> Wrap the excess length of cable around the
charging connector mount @ when you are not
charging the high-voltage battery.
> Plug the power cable into the socket @).
> After charging, you can hook the vehicle charg-
ing connector to the charging connector mount
©.
Locking and unlocking the Audi charging
system
> You can lock or unlock the Audi charging sys-
tem using the key provided by turning it to the
lock position @) or the unlock position ().
Removing the Audi charging system
> Remove the power cable connector from the
socket (2).
> Unwind the cable from the charging connector
mount (4).
> To loosen the control unit from the bracket,
push the locking mechanism @) upward.