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Data protection

Data recorders

Information on vehicle control units

Information on data

protection

Further information can be found online on your

regional Audi site or the MMI in your vehicle.

Select:  > Legal.

Image recording

Monitoring of surroundings

Fig. 149 Driver footwell: connection socket for the on-

board diagnostic system

Certain vehicle functions require the detection

and evaluation of the path travelled by the vehi-

cle and the surrounding area. For this purpose,

permanently installed cameras detect objects in

the area in which the vehicle is moving (e.g. ob-

stacles, barriers). The live images from the cam-

eras are transmitted to the relevant control unit

to be processed. The control unit analyses the

current image from the camera using image eval-

uation software. This image evaluation software

determines anonymous technical dimensions,

such as the distance to objects. This control unit

evaluates these technical dimensions and may al-

low the assist systems to control the vehicle.

Vehicle control units

Your vehicle is equipped with electronic control

units for various vehicle systems such as the air-

bags. During normal driving, these vehicle con-

trol units store data which workshops require for

diagnosis and repairs. Data in the vehicle can be

recorded and stored for a certain period. No

sounds, conversations or images from the vehicle

are stored.

The data may be related e.g. to the vehicle’s

speed, direction of travel and brake system, or to

the behaviour of the restraint systems in the

event of an accident. Reading out and download-

ing the stored data requires special devices that

must be connected directly to the vehicle.

If the front assist system, for example, detects

certain system events, the camera images of the

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vehicle surroundings may be stored . The

length of the recording is limited to a very short

time. The stored data are encrypted and can only

be read out by a qualified workshop.

Diagnostic system

There is a diagnostic connection for reading out

various control units and the event memory loca-

ted in the driver’s footwell. Information regard-

ing the operation and status of the vehicle's elec-

tronic control units is stored in the event memo-

ry. The event memory should only be read out

and erased by a qualified workshop.

WARNING

– Improper use of the connection socket for

the diagnostic system can lead to malfunc-

tions which could result in accidents and se-

rious injuries.

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May not be available depending on the country.

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and may comprise information such as: status in-

formation from the driver assist systems (e.g.

switched on/off, system events), regulating input

(e.g. from ESC, ABS) and driver assist system set-

tings (e.g. speed settings).

– Only have the data read out by a qualified

workshop.

Information on the event data recorder

Event data recorder

Reading out data from the ASM memory requires

special devices and access to the vehicle or the

ASM. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,

third parties such as law enforcement agencies

can also read out and analyse the stored data,

provided that they have access to the vehicle or

the ASM.

Your vehicle is equipped with an event data re-

corder (EDR). The main purpose of the EDR is to

make it possible to reconstruct how the systems

in the vehicle behave in accident situations. To

this end, the EDR stores relevant data (e.g. seat

belt status, speed, airbag parameters, time of ac-

cident etc.) pertaining to a period of a few sec-

onds before an accident. This only occurs in acci-

dent or near-accident situations.

Use of data

Audi can read out or provide third parties with

the information stored in the data recorders or

other similar data in the following circumstances

in particular:

These data can help to better understand the cir-

cumstances in which accidents and injury occur.

Please note that data from your vehicle will only

be stored in the event of an accident or a near-ac-

cident situation. No data will be stored in normal

driving conditions. Furthermore, no personal da-

ta on the occupants or the accident location will

be stored. It is possible, however, that third par-

ties, e.g. law enforcement agencies, may corre-

late the stored data with personal data as part of

an accident investigation.

– If the vehicle keeper or lessee gives their per-

mission; or

– If the police have made an official request; or

– If ordered to do so by a court of law or govern-

ment agency.

Audi may, insofar as this is legally permitted, al-

so use the data for analysis with respect to vehi-

cle operation and safety performance, or may

provide the data to third parties for research pur-

poses.

Reading out data from the EDR memory requires

special devices and access to the vehicle or the

EDR. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,

third parties such as law enforcement agencies

can also read out and analyse the stored data,

provided that they have access to the vehicle or

the EDR. Audi will not access the recorder re-

motely.

Privacy settings

Introduction

When using online services, data from your vehi-

cle is transmitted to Audi. Data can be transmit-

ted to service providers if this is necessary for the

respective online service. Only the data necessary

for the online services is transmitted.

Assist system monitor

This vehicle is equipped with an assist system

monitor (ASM). The ASM records data that are

not stored by the EDR in the event of an accident.

The main purpose of the ASM is to make it possi-

ble to reconstruct the role and behaviour of driv-

er assist systems in accident situations. In addi-

tion to the data stored by the EDR, the ASM

stores data related to the driver assist systems

from a period of a few seconds before an accident

or near-accident situation. The data recorded by

the ASM will depend on the vehicle’s equipment

Online services may process and transmit person-

al and location data, as well as enable remote ve-

hicle access.

You can manage the privacy settings for online

services in the privacy settings. Services deactiva-

ted in the vehicle cannot be activated by remote

access.

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Further effects of the mobile data function

Managing and checking privacy settings in

the vehicle

When Mobile data is switched off in the privacy

settings, your vehicle will not receive safety up-

dates or certificates for establishing an encryp-

ted connection, depending on the vehicle equip-

ment. To receive safety updates and certificates,

switch the function on at least once a year for at

least two minutes. Ensure that your vehicle is

connected to the internet. A symbol in the status

bar of the MMI indicates whether the necessary

data connection exists.

Important: The vehicle must be switched on.

►

To adjust main privacy settings, select:  >

Settings > Privacy settings.

►

To customise vehicle-related online services, se-

lect:  > Settings > Privacy settings > Over-

view of services.

►

To customise vehicle-related online services, se-

lect:  > Settings > Privacy settings > Over-

view of services > Installed infotainment serv-

ices. Press on the corresponding button to dis-

play all apps.

Effects on certain online services

Changes to the privacy settings do not or only

have a small impact on certain online services.

►

To call up detailed information in the Privacy

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settings menu, press on  or on the MMI.

To display the list of these online services, select:

 > Settings > Privacy settings > Further infor-

mation.

Privacy settings are loaded based on the user. Pri-

vacy settings are always the driver's responsibili-

ty.

Effects on certain data interfaces

Changes to the privacy settings do not impact all

data interfaces.

Effects of privacy settings

Your vehicle is equipped with the following online

services: Vehicle-related online services and info-

tainment services. These online services can send

data from the vehicle to Audi or service providers

if this is necessary for the respective online serv-

ice.

If available, the following wireless interfaces are

not affected by changes to the privacy settings:

Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi,

Near Field Communication (NFC), Electronic Toll

Collect (ETC), Integrated Toll Module (ITM), if fit-

ted.

If the Mobile data function is switched off, the

vehicle-related online services will be deactiva-

ted. The infotainment services themselves re-

main active, but the sending of data from the ve-

hicle is deactivated. This has the following ef-

fects:

If available, the following wired data transmis-

sion options are not affected by changes to the

privacy settings: USB, charging communication

(high-voltage system), diagnostic system or on-

board diagnosis (OBD).

– Data will continue to be processed locally in

your vehicle.

CAUTION

Please note that it is your responsibility to

take precautions regarding data protection,

anti-virus protection and protection against

loss of data on mobile devices used, for exam-

ple, to connect to the internet via the vehi-

cle’s Wi-Fi hotspot.

– Local data that has been stored offline can be

sent from the vehicle once the Mobile data

function has been switched on.

You have the following options if you wish to pre-

vent these effects:

– You can set and deactivate individual infotain-

ment services.

– You can select a local user.

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Information on data

collection

Depending on the country, Audi can access the

vehicle and collect data for the following purpo-

ses, for example:

– Data collection for research and development

– Data collection for statistics, analyses and re-

porting purposes

– Data collection for personalised assessments

The data collected and sent to Audi for these pur-

poses may include, for example, various data re-

garding technical functions, environmental data,

driving data and usage data. The data are sent

from the vehicle at the time they are collected.

Further information on data collection can be

found on the MMI. Select:  > Legal.

If you wish to change the data collection settings,

please contact an Audi dealer for further infor-

mation. Depending on the country and the vehi-

cle’s equipment, you may be able to change the

data collection settings in the privacy settings.

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Accessories and modifications to the vehicle

Risks of technical changes

Accessories and modifi-

cations to the vehicle

Unauthorised modifications to the electronic

components, software, wiring or data transfer in

Maintenance, repairs and

modifications to the

vehicle

the vehicle may cause malfunctions. Due to the

way the electronic components are linked togeth-

er in networks, systems which are not directly af-

fected may also be impaired by the faults. This

can seriously impair your vehicle’s safety and lead

to excessive wear of its components.

Please read the safety information ðpage 235,

Safety information on the engine compartment

and ðpage 270, Raising the vehicle.

Further information on technical changes

Introduction

Depending on the country, making technical

changes may invalidate the vehicle’s type appro-

val. Qualified workshops have full information on

the manufacturer-approved repair methods. They

can also give advice regarding official regulations

for the vehicle.

Your vehicle was designed to require as little

maintenance as possible. However, a certain

amount of regular servicing work is necessary to

ensure that your vehicle remains safe, cost-effi-

cient and reliable. Please contact a qualified

workshop for precise information on vehicle

maintenance.

Some convenience features, such as one-touch

signalling, single door unlocking and display

messages can be reprogrammed using special

workshop equipment. If any functions are reprog-

rammed, the information in this Owner's Manual

may no longer be relevant for the functions that

have been changed. Audi recommends having the

reprogramming carried out and approved by a

qualified workshop.

The increasing complexity of vehicle technology

and the applicable safety and environmental reg-

ulations mean that your options for performing

repairs and making adjustments to your vehicle

yourself are very limited.

Proof of servicing may be a condition for a claim

within the guarantee/warranty period to remain

valid.

Further information on working according to

the specifications of the Audi factory

Certain servicing work should also be performed

between the specified intervals in severe operat-

ing conditions, such as extremely low tempera-

tures or in areas with a high dust concentration.

Because of your vehicle's aluminium body con-

cept, all servicing, repairs or other work on the

car body must be carried out by an Audi work-

shop or a qualified workshop working to the

specifications of the Audi factory. This ensures

that the necessary repairs or servicing are per-

formed properly and that only Audi Genuine

Parts are installed on your vehicle. Serious dam-

age (e.g. corrosion damage) can be caused to

your vehicle if non-genuine replacement parts or

accessories are used or if repairs are not per-

formed properly.

Maintenance and repairs

Special tools, measurement instruments and

other workshop equipment available to qualified

workshop staff are usually required for servicing

work or repairs. These guarantee that your vehi-

cle and all its systems will function properly and

be both reliable and safe. If work is not per-

formed correctly, this may affect the operation

and reliability of your vehicle and may even inva-

lidate any claims you may wish to make under the

guarantee/warranty.

WARNING

– There is a risk of accident if servicing work,

repairs, painting or technical changes to the

vehicle are not performed properly The func-

tioning of the airbags, the driver assist sys-

tems and the vehicle may be impaired. Have

Have work on your vehicle performed by a quali-

fied workshop. This will help ensure that the

functions, performance and safety of your vehicle

are not impaired.

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Accessories and modifications to the vehicle

Any retrofitted equipment which has a direct ef-

work on the vehicle performed by a qualified

workshop.

fect on the control of the vehicle must bear the

approval symbols for the respective countries

(e.g. e mark in the European Union) and must be

approved for use in your vehicle. A cruise control

system is an example of this type of equipment.

– The is a risk of accident if work on the vehi-

cle is not performed properly. Serious inju-

ries may occur as a result. Have work on the

vehicle performed by a qualified workshop.

– Please read the safety information on the

engine compartment ðpage 235.

Any additional electrical equipment which is

connected, but which does not serve to control

the vehicle itself, must bear the declarations of

conformity for the respective countries (e.g. the

 symbol in the European Union). Examples of

such equipment include refrigerator boxes, com-

puters or ventilator fans.

CAUTION

– If servicing work, repairs, painting or techni-

cal changes to the vehicle (e.g. installation

of additional parts) are not performed prop-

erly, this can cause damage to the vehicle

(e.g. corrosion).

Transmitters

An external aerial installed properly is required in

order to operate radio transmitters inside the ve-

hicle. If this is not the case, the increased electro-

magnetic radiation can cause malfunctions in the

vehicle. Please observe the relevant local regula-

tions and follow the instructions from the radio

equipment manufacturer.

– If emergency repairs have been performed,

have your vehicle checked by a qualified

workshop as soon as possible.

– Audi cannot assume any liability for damage

to the vehicle caused due to these condi-

tions not being adhered to.

For the sake of the environment

Qualified workshops will be able to inform you

about options for installing and operating radio

transmitters.

– You can play your part in looking after the

environment through regular vehicle main-

tenance.

WARNING

– Technical modifications to the vehicle can

have an adverse effect on energy consump-

tion.

– The use of non-approved accessories or the

wrong replacement parts can cause damage

to the vehicle – risk of accident!

Accessories and

replacement parts

– Never secure accessories (such as telephone

brackets or cup holders) on airbag cover

panels or in the areas around the airbags;

this could cause injury if the airbag is trig-

gered.

Introduction

Take advice from a qualified workshop before

purchasing accessories and replacement parts.

– When replacing a factory-fitted front num-

ber plate holder, the new holder must be of

the same size and material as the original

one. On vehicles without a factory-fitted

front number plate holder, a holder must

not be fitted in the front area, as this can

impair the function of the vehicle’s systems.

Audi recommends using Audi Genuine Parts and

Audi accessories. Audi cannot judge the reliability

and suitability of products that are not Audi Gen-

uine Parts or assume responsibility for them,

even if they have been approved by an officially

recognised technical testing authority or by the

relevant authorities.

Have all work performed by a qualified workshop.

Audi recommends having all work performed by a

qualified Audi workshop.

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Accessories and modifications to the vehicle

Position for a toll device

on the windscreen

Commercially available, radio-based equipment

(such as toll devices) can be attached to the in-

side of the windscreen to the right of the interior

mirror base. The surface must be clean and free

of dust and grease.

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Applies to vehicles with heat-resistant glass:

Attach the sticker approx. 6 cm away from the

top edge of the glass and approx. 1 cm to the

right of the black dot matrix pattern.

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Applies to vehicles with windscreen heating or

insulated glass: Attach the sticker to the win-

dow panel provided.

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Technical data

Explanation of technical data

Technical data

The figures for some markets may vary due to

special equipment as well as different country

versions and test methods. The details listed in

the vehicle's registration documents therefore al-

ways have priority.

Identification data

Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (chassis num-

ber) can be found at the following locations, de-

pending on your country:

In cases where technical data are not listed, the

figures were not available at time of publication.

– Select:  > Car > More > Keys and VIN

– At the front of the vehicle underneath the wind-

screen

Technical data for Republic of Korea

You can view the technical data for the Republic

kr.

– Stamped on the right side of the engine com-

partment

Type plate

Vehicles have a type plate in certain countries.

The type plate is affixed to the inside of the vehi-

cle body on the right-hand side near the boot lid.

Vehicle data

Dimensions

Length (mm)

Width (mm)

Width across mir- Height, unladen

rors (mm)

(mm)

Q5 SUV

4717

1900

2155

1625 – 1662

SQ5 SUV

2155

Capacities

Approximate capaci-

ties (litres)

Fuel tank

65

21.5

5.6

a)

AdBlue tank

Windscreen/headlight washer system

a)

The capacity may be larger for technical reasons when filling from a canister. The capacity may be smaller for technical rea-

sons in cold ambient conditions.

Weights

Roof load

Kerb weight, gross vehicle weight, axle loads

Applies to: vehicles with roof carrier mountings

The vehicle's kerb weight including the driver

(75 kg) was calculated in accordance with EU reg-

ulation 1230/2012. Optional equipment may in-

crease the kerb weight, in which case the permit-

ted loading capacity is reduced accordingly.

The maximum permissible roof load is 75 kg.

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Technical data

The values in the tables below are given in kg.

Kerb weight

(unladen

weight)

Gross vehicle

weight

Maximum front Maximum rear

axle weight

Q5 SUV TFSI 150 kW

Q5 SUV TFSI quattro 150 kW

Q5 SUV TDI quattro 150 kW

SQ5 SUV TFSI

1910

1970

2030

2115

2460

2535

2595

2610

1285

1290

1325

1335

1285

1325

1380

1350

Trailer weight

The values in the tables below are given in kg.

The vertical load exerted by the trailer draw bar

on the ball joint of the towing bracket must not

exceed 100 kg.

Maximum rear

axle weight

when towing

Trailer

Without brakes With brakes on With brakes on

gradient up to

8%

gradient up to

12%

Q5 SUV TFSI 150 kW

Q5 SUV TFSI quattro 150 kW

Q5 SUV TDI quattro 150 kW

SQ5 SUV TFSI

1375

1415

1470

1440

750

2000

2400

2000

2400

Engine data

Max. power output

(kW at rpm)

Max. torque

(Nm at rpm)

Maximum speed

(km/h)

Q5 SUV TFSI 150 kW

Q5 SUV TFSI quattro 150 kW

Q5 SUV TDI quattro 150 kW

SQ5 SUV TFSI

150 / 4300 – 6000

150 / 3800 – 4200

270 / 5500 – 6300

340 / 2000 – 4000

400 / 1750 – 3250

550 / 1700 – 4000

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250

Engine number

Engine

Position of engine number

The engine number with code letters is located at

the following position in the engine compart-

ment:

270 kW

On a sticker on the left charge air

cooler and on the rear of the cylin-

der block at the top (engine num-

ber only visible with engine cover

and heat shield removed)

Engine

Position of engine number

TFSI engine

150 kW

TDI engine

150 kW

On the joint between the engine

and the gearbox and on a sticker on

the timing chain cover

On joint between engine and gear-

box.

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