brake pads AUDI TT 2021 Owner´s Manual

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Driving


pressed. To reduce the risk of an accident,
do not inadvertently press the accelerator
pedal and always shift into “P” when the ve-
hicle is stopped.
— If the power supply fails, you cannot set the
parking brake once it is released, or release
it if it is set. In this case, park the vehicle on
level ground and secure it by engaging the
"P” gear. Contact an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.

ZA WARNING
— If you do not begin driving immediately after
releasing the brake pedal, your vehicle may
begin to roll backward. Press the brake ped-
al or set the parking brake immediately.
— The hill hold assist cannot hold the vehicle
on inclines in every scenario (for example,

on slippery or icy ground).

Sporty driving
Applies to: RS models
When driving in a sporty style, the wear on all ve-
hicle components is greatly increased, especially
on the engine, transmission, tires, brakes, and
suspension. This can result in increased wear. Al-
so
note the following points:
— Make sure the vehicle is in good condition.
Make sure to check the brake pads, tire tread,
and tire pressure (when tires are warm).
— Beforehand, warm up the engine by driving no
higher than two-thirds of the maximum permit-
ted engine RPM. The engine oil must be
brought to a minimum temperature of 158 °F
(60 °C).
— Before stopping the vehicle, allow the engine
and brakes to cool back down to a regular oper-
ating temperature by driving normally.
If necessary, use the following functions:
— Dynamic Audi drive select mode* > page 96
— Launch Control > page 86
— Limit ESC > page 105
@) Tips
Wear caused by load does not constitute a ve-
hicle fault as defined by the terms of the war-
ranty.
Automatic transmission
Introduction
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronically-
controlled DSG transmission called S tronic. Two
independent clutches transfer the power be-
tween the engine and transmission. It allows the
vehicle to accelerate without a noticeable inter-
ruption in traction.
The transmission shifts up or down automatically
depending on which drive program is selected.
When a moderate driving style is used, the
transmission selects the most economical driving
mode. The transmission upshifts at a lower RPM
and downshifts at a higher RPM to improve fuel
efficiency.
The transmission switches to a sporty mode after
a kick-down or when the driver uses a sporty driv-
ing style characterized by quick accelerator pedal
movements, heavy acceleration, frequent
changes in speed, and traveling at the maximum
speed.
If desired, the driver can also select the gears
manually (tiptronic mode) > page 85.
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Fig. 87 Instrument cluster: selector lever positions

The Infotainment system display shows the cur-
rent selector lever position and the engaged
gear.
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Intelligent Technology

— 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.
Brakes
(eee eleurl sel)
You can apply the vehicle's brakes using the brake
pedal.
Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the
speed, braking force, and outside conditions such
as temperature and humidity.
Braking effect
The response time from the brakes depends on
the weather and environmental conditions. To
ensure the optimal braking effect, the brake sys-
tem is cleaned at regular intervals. This is done
by applying the brake pads to the brake rotors for
a short period of time when driving at high
speeds when the windshield wipers are switched
on.
If the brake system becomes damp, for example
after driving in heavy rain, the braking effect may
be delayed. Other factors that could temporarily
increase the response time of the brakes include:
— Wet conditions
— Low temperatures, ice, and snow
— Roads covered in salt
— Dirty brake pads
Corrosion
Corrosion may form on the brake rotors if there is
no heavy braking, if the vehicle is not driven for
long periods of time, or if the vehicle is not driv-
en
frequently or for long distances. In this case,
braking heavily several times while driving at
high speeds can clean the brake rotors > A\.
Brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braking
effect during the first 250 miles (400 km). They
must be “broken in” first. However, you can com-
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pensate for the slightly reduced braking force by
pressing firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy
braking during the break-in period.
Brake pad wear depends largely on the way the
vehicle is driven and on operating conditions.
Brake pad wear increases when driving frequently
in the city or short distances or when using a very
sporty driving style.
Ceramic brakes
Applies to: vehicles with ceramic brakes
Ceramic brakes provide excellent deceleration
rates.
The break-in period for new ceramic brakes may
be significantly longer than for standard brake
rotors. Due to the properties of the material,
they may cause noises at lower speeds. Ceramic
brakes also absorb more moisture in wet condi-
tions. Therefore, there will temporarily be less
braking force than when the brakes are dry. You
can compensate for this by pressing the brake
pedal harder.

ZA\ WARNING
— Only apply the brakes for the purpose of
cleaning the brake system when road and
traffic conditions permit. You must not en-
danger other road users and increase the
risk of an accident.
— Due to the risk of injury, only have an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility work on the brake system.
Incorrect repairs could impair the function.
— Never let the vehicle roll while the engine is
stopped because this increases the risk of an
accident.
— During automatic braking maneuvers, the
brake pedal may move downward automati-
cally. To reduce the risk of injury, do not
place your foot under the brake pedal.
@) Note
— Never let the brakes “rub” by pressing the
pedal lightly when braking is not actually
necessary. This can cause the brakes to over-
heat and increases braking distance and
causes wear.

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Intelligent Technology

— Utilize the engine braking effect when driv-
ing downhill by selecting the “S” driving
program > page 82. This reduces the load
on the brakes. If you need to brake addition-
ally, brake in intervals and not continuously.
G) Tips
— If you retrofit your vehicle with a front spoil-
er, wheel covers or similar items, make sure
that the air flow to the brakes is not ob-
structed. Otherwise the brake system can
overheat.
— Also refer to the information about brake
fluid > page 209.
Messages
EG / ©) Brakes: malfunction! Safely stop ve-
hicle
There is a malfunction in the brake system. If
[ES / Gana Blalso turn on, there is a malfunc-
tion in the ABS, ESC, and braking distribution. If
the brake booster is not working, you have to use
much more force when braking the vehicle.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance. Read and follow the other safety pre-
cautions > A\.
GG / @ Warning! No brake booster function
If the brake booster is not working, you have to
use much more force when braking the vehicle.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
GG if @ Brake pads: wear limit reached. You
can continue driving. Please contact Service
The brake pads are worn. Drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility as
soon as possible to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
Ga / @ Parking brake: malfunction! Safely
stop vehicle. See owner's manual
— If the indicator light and the message appear
when the vehicle is stationary or after switch-
ing the ignition on, check if you can release the
parking brake. If you cannot release the parking
brake, see an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility. If you can release the
parking brake and the message still appears,
see an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
— If the indicator light and message appear while
driving, the hill start assist or emergency brak-
ing function may be malfunctioning. It may not
be possible to set the parking brake or release
it once it has been set. Do not park your vehicle
on hills. See an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
Other indicator lights
When you switch the ignition on, the IBRAKE| /@
indicator light turns on briefly to check the func-
tion. If the indicator light does not turn on, there
is a system malfunction.
fe / @ stays on, there is a malfunction in
the brake system.

ZA\ WARNING
If a malfunction occurs in the ABS, ESC, and
braking distribution, interventions that stabi-
lize the vehicle will no longer be available.
This could cause the vehicle to swerve, which
increases the risk that the vehicle will slide.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
for assistance.

Steering
Electromechanical steering supports the driver's
steering movements by electronically adapting
the power steering depending on the vehicle
speed. The settings depend on the selected Audi
drive select* mode.
Messages
a Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
The power steering may have failed. Adapt your
driving style immediately to compensate for the
fact that it may be more difficult to turn the >
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Index

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Band
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Bassi(SOUn) « semar » somone oa umes © a name © ee 193
Battery, secvos «x sxumes ow cxrnens w a aumees vo aston vo 210
Charging .... 0.0... cece cence eee eens 211
Winter Operation s « ween s » ewe « e eewe + we 210
Bluetooth
AUGIO player » secu ss mone oo oasna oo inane wo 172
Connecting a mobile phone............ 128
Settings...............00 000020000 192
BoOSt .. 6... eee eee eee 15
Boost pressure indicator................. 15
Brake fluid
Checking the brake fluid level........... 209
Brakes... eee ee 106
Brakeiassist: worn « : mann a ¢ mage se seme a a 104
Brake assist systeM............0--000. 104
Brake fluid... 0.6... cece eee eee 209
Electromechanical parking brake......... 79
Emergency braking function............. 79
New brake pads..............--.00000- 106
Braids. « scwens 1 « sneewes 4 sesuees «0 otoaets 0 6 ssenwen a 195
Break-in security feature..........0e. eee 24
Breaking in
New brake pads..............--00000- 106
Ne@Wtit@Sicic s esses » i ows 2 3 paoes se eer 5 221
Browser
refer to Media center..............44. 178
Bulb replacements: ss ease ss eeu 3 i owes s 255
Buttons
Controlpaneli(MMI):. « . ssssiss 6 a secunes os ames 110
Cc
Cable (USB adapter/AUX connector cable).. 175
California Proposition 65 Warning........ 201
Battery:specificien: 2 = cas 2 onsen = mesa x ex 210
GalLUst + sion os wri oo ewan vo enn e HeeN = 132
CalloptionSees « cams = 4 cape + eee & ¥ eee 139
Capacities
Fueltanks, « sess x x csosein oe mewe woo cone eve 264
Washer fluid reservoir..............--. 264
CAPEK Yeine 5 x cxowens « eaviece a 6 enzsite au use + 1 wens 19
CARWASH. & anasnos c+ wnscwns o esnarne > x camtene H axeee 236
Catalytic converter’. wei 6 ewe ve eww vv oe 200
CD drive (media drives)................. 171
266
Cell phone
refer to Telephone.............00 eee 128
Cell phone compartment
refer to Audi phone box............... 130
Center armrest ....... 00. c cece eee eee es 47
Central locking.................0 ese eeee 18
AUTO LOGK:: » cuoz = wees: = sem 4 s seu 2 mae 18
Conveniencerkey’s sic. zs suvses se sven « stamens 22
Convenience opening and closing......... 27
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 24
Remote'control keyicssis so issn se aera s 6 oem 21
Setting. ........ 0.0... 23)
Central locking switch..............0.00. 23
Ceramic Drakes :.cvcr: 2 2 sweieue eo wane oo cxivaue a vs 106
Certiticationses «swans x x aveins a x cxmmve a x aeaoans 261
Changing light bulbs................... 255
Charging
refer to Power sourceS..........-0000005 63
Charging the battery (mobile devices). 130, 176
Child safety seats...............-.000065 57
Securing to the top tether anchor........ 62
Securing with a safety belt.............. 60
Securing with LATCH: « « suas: ss gee 2 x seem 60
GlaSSie VieWirs « = sccm & x news © 2 etme cg eee we 13
Cleaning... 2.2.2... eee eee eee eee 236
Cleaning Alcantara.............-..0000. 239
Cleaning artificial leather............... 239
Cleaning carbon components........ 238, 239
Cleaning Controls'. « sieve ee sree oo eevee + 0 we 239
Cleaning decorative parts andtrim... 238, 239
Cleaning exhaust tail pipes.............. 238
Cleaning plastic parts .;. 2s gcse ss qeam = soe 239
Cleaning tail lights................00.-. 237
Cleaning textiles.................0000. 239
Cleaning the wind deflector............. 238
Climate control system............-..0-- 69
Climate control system (automatic)
Drive select............ 0.0002 eee eee 96
Clock... eee eee eee eee eee 189
Closing
COnVENIENCE-ClOSING awe se sere = t means = x ow 27
HOOGs: 2 5 acs 2 2 wie os wena so mez wan 202
Luggage compartment lid............... 25
WINGWS%: 4 = sews 3s Saas 7 a Hees oa ee a Ad 27
Cockpit (overview) .............0000ee eee 6
Color code... . 6. cece eee ee eee eee eee 263