Get Mobility Guide for Audi RS6 4 Door Fourth Generation (2019-2025)

Mobility

Applies to: Saloon

Mobility

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To remove the warning triangle, push the tab in

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the direction indicated by the arrow ðFig. 138

and pull the retainer down.

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If your vehicle experiences technical problems,

stop the car well away from moving traffic. If

you have a flat tyre, you should park the car on

a level surface. Be particularly careful if you are

on a slope.

Apply the parking brake.

Switch the hazard warning lights on.

Applies to: Avant

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Pull the warning triangle out of the retainer.

The retainer on the boot lid is specifically de-

signed to hold the warning triangle supplied as

an Audi Genuine Accessory.

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Put on your high-visibility vest.

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Place the warning triangle in a visible location.

WARNING

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Instruct all passengers to leave the car when it

is safe to do so. They should wait in a safe place

(for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).

Always stow the warning triangle safely in the

plastic case after use and secure it in the hold-

er. Otherwise it could be catapulted through

the vehicle during driving and braking ma-

noeuvres or in the event of an accident. This

poses a risk of injury to occupants.

WARNING

Please note the procedure described above.

This is for your own safety and that of other

road users.

First-aid kit

The first-aid kit is located behind the storage net

in the luggage compartment. If required, the

storage net can be pushed down along the guide

rails on the sides.

Equipment

High-visibility vest

The factory-supplied high-visibility vests are loca-

ted in the storage compartment in the front left

door.

Depending on the equipment in your vehicle, the

first-aid kit may be stowed elsewhere.

In some countries, the high-visibility vests may

be stowed elsewhere.

Fire extinguisher

The factory-fitted fire extinguisher is accommo-

dated in the front passenger's footwell.

Warning triangle

In some countries, the fire extinguisher may be

stowed elsewhere.

Information for the Republic of Korea: The fire

extinguisher is stowed in a bag in the luggage

compartment. The fire extinguisher must be

stowed in the bag again after use, and secured to

the fastening rings.

The fire extinguisher must comply with legal re-

quirements.

Applies to: Saloon

Fig. 138 Boot lid: Warning triangle

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Open the strap to remove the fire extinguisher.

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To secure the fire extinguisher, put it in the

The factory-supplied warning triangle is attached

to the inside of the boot lid.

holder and fasten the strap.

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If the tyre was damaged by an object, such as a

Check how the fire extinguisher works before you

need to use it. The instructions for use are shown

on the fire extinguisher.

nail, do not remove it from the tyre.

The tyre repair kit can be used at outside temper-

atures down to – 20 °C.

The fire extinguisher must be replaced with a

new one after use or once it has reached its expi-

ry date.

The tyre repair kit must NOT be used:

– On cuts and punctures larger than 4 mm

ðFig. 139.

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WARNING

– If the wheel rim has been damaged 2 .

If the fire extinguisher is not secured properly

it could be catapulted through the vehicle dur-

ing driving and braking manoeuvres or in the

event of an accident. This poses a risk of injury

to occupants.

– If you have been driving with very low pressure

or a completely flat tyre 3 .

In this case, you should seek professional assis-

tance.

Information on the tyre repair kit

Vehicle toolkit/tyre repair kit

If sealant should leak out, leave it to dry. When it

has dried, you can pull it off like a piece of foil.

The tools and the tyre repair kit are stored under

the floor panel in the luggage compartment.

Please note the expiry date on the tyre sealant

container. If necessary, have the tyre sealant re-

placed by a qualified workshop.

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Take hold of the handle and fold back the floor

panel.

Interference to the radio reception may occur

when using the compressor.

Tyre repair kit

Preparing to repair a tyre

WARNING

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Please refer to the important safety informa-

– Please note that the tyre repair kit is not

suitable for use in every situation and

should only be used as a temporary meas-

ure.

tion ðpage 266.

Apply the parking brake.

Check whether a repair is possible using the

tyre repair kit ðpage 267.

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– Do not allow the sealant to come into con-

tact with your eyes, skin or clothing.

– If you do come into contact with the sealant

immediately rinse the eyes or skin affected

with clean water.

Using the tyre repair kit

– Make sure you do not breathe in the fumes.

– If you accidentally swallow tyre sealant, im-

mediately rinse your mouth thoroughly and

drink a large amount of water. Do not in-

duce vomiting. Seek medical assistance im-

mediately.

– Change clothing immediately if it becomes

soiled with the tyre sealant.

Fig. 139 Tyres: Irreparable tyre damage

– If any allergic reactions should occur, seek

medical assistance immediately.

Repaired tyres are only suitable for temporary

use. Always adhere to the locally applicable laws

and regulations. Replace the damaged tyre as

– Keep the sealant away from children.

– After using the tyre sealant, the tyre pres-

sure monitoring system may malfunction or

quickly as possible ð

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Unscrew the dust cap from the valve of the

damaged tyre.

display incorrect values. Therefore, please

drive carefully to the next available qualified

workshop.

Screw the filler hose 9 onto the valve

ðFig. 141.

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Insert the connector 3 ðFig. 140 into a socket

in the vehicle.

Switch on the ignition.

For the sake of the environment

 Batteries and electric/electronic equip-

ment must be disposed of appropriately

ðpage 291, Information on waste disposal.

Inflating the tyre

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Move the switch 8 ðFig. 141 on the compres-

Tyre repairs

sor to position I.

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Pump the tyre up to 2.0 to 2.5 bar and monitor

the pressure shown on the pressure gauge.

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Do not use the compressor for longer than

10 minutes at a time, as it could overheat.

When the compressor has cooled down, you

can use it again.

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If this tyre pressure cannot be reached, remove

the filler hose. Drive 10 metres forward or

backward at low speed so the sealant can

spread evenly in the tyre. Now pump the tyre

Fig. 140 Components of the tyre repair kit

up again ð

.

WARNING

– Please observe the manufacturer's safety

notes on the compressor and the instruc-

tions supplied with the tyre sealant contain-

er.

– If it was not possible to build up a tyre pres-

sure of 2.0 bar within 10 minutes, this

means that the tyre is too badly damaged.

Do not drive on.

Fig. 141 Connecting the tyre repair kit

– Seek professional assistance if it is not pos-

sible to repair a tyre puncture with the seal-

ant.

Important: The tyre repair kit must be at hand

and ready for use ðpage 267.

Setting up the tyre repair kit

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Completing the tyre repair

Take the connector 3 and the compressor hose

4 out from the bottom of the housing.

Screw one end of the compressor hose 4 clock-

wise into the socket 5 on the compressor

Screw the other end onto the flange 6 of the

tyre sealant container 1 .

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Affix the sticker "max. 80 km/h", which is inclu-

ded in the tyre repair kit, to the dashboard

where the driver will see it.

After about 10 minutes, stop to check the tyre

pressure.

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1)

.

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Place the tyre sealant container (flange facing

down) into the opening 2 on the compressor.

If tyre pressure is less than 1.3 bar, the tyre is

too badly damaged. Do not drive on.

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Even if the compressor in your vehicle looks slightly differ-

ent, it will be operated in much the same way.

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After repairing a tyre, remember to buy a new

tyre sealant container at a qualified workshop.

Removing the wheel bolt caps

WARNING

After repairing a tyre please note the follow-

ing points:

– Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.

– Avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and

fast cornering.

– Vehicle handling could be impaired.

– If the tyre is too badly damaged, you should

seek professional assistance.

Fig. 142 Wheel: Wheel bolts with caps

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Slide the plastic clip (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) onto the wheel bolt cap until it engages

ðFig. 142.

For the sake of the environment

A used tyre sealant container can be returned

to your qualified workshop for disposal.

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Pull off the cap using the plastic clip.

Detaching aero trim

Changing a wheel

Preparing to change wheels

You should not attempt the following steps un-

less you are in possession of the necessary equip-

ment and have the skills required. Audi recom-

mends having the wheel changed by a qualified

workshop.

Commercially available tools, such as a jack and

box spanner, are required for the wheel change.

These should be placed within reach before start-

ing the work.

Fig. 143 Wheel: Aero trim

Removing

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Please refer to the important safety informa-

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Insert the hook (provided in the vehicle toolkit)

tion ðpage 266.

in the hole in one of the sections of the aero

trim and pull on the section to release the clips

ðFig. 143.

Release the remaining sections one at a time.

Then release the centre of the aero trim.

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Apply the parking brake.

If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it from your

vehicle.

Applies to vehicles with air suspension: Select:

 > Vehicle > More > Air suspension: wheel

change.

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Remove the aero trim.

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Switch off the ignition.

Installing

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Press first one section and then the remaining

sections into the mounting.

WARNING

When using a jack, block the wheel diagonally

opposite the wheel being changed by placing

suitable objects underneath both the front

and rear of the wheel to prevent the vehicle

from rolling away.

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Press the centre into the mounting.

Check whether the aero trim is flush with the

rim.

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Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) as far as it will go over the wheel bolt

CAUTION

1)

.

Make sure that the aero trim is secured prop-

erly so that it does not fall off while you are

driving.

Turn the wheel bolt approx. one turn anti-clock-

wise. To apply the necessary torque, hold the

box spanner near the end. If the wheel bolt is

very tight, you may be able to loosen it by push-

ing down the end of the spanner carefully with

your foot. Hold on to the car for support and

take care not to slip.

Removing anti-theft wheel bolts

WARNING

To avoid accidents, the wheel bolts should on-

ly be loosened slightly (one turn) before rais-

ing the vehicle with the jack.

Raising the vehicle

Fig. 144 Anti-theft wheel bolt with wheel bolt cap and

adapter

To remove the anti-theft wheel bolts, you need a

special adapter (provided in the vehicle toolkit).

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Remove the cap 2 .

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Slide the adapter 3 all the way onto the anti-

theft wheel bolt 1 .

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Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) as far as it will go over the adapter 3 .

Loosen the wheel bolt ðpage 270.

Fig. 146 Sills: markings

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Always provide a firm base for the jack on the

ground. If necessary use a large, strong board

or similar support. On a hard, slippery surface

(such as tiles) use a rubber mat or similar to

Note the code number of the anti-theft wheel

bolt and keep it in a safe place – not in your vehi-

cle. If you need a replacement adapter, give the

code number to your Audi dealer.

prevent the jack from slipping ð

.

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Locate the marking on the door sill closest to

the wheel being changed ðFig. 146. The jack-

ing point is located behind the marking on the

door sill.

Raise the vehicle using the jack until the wheel

is slightly clear of the ground.

Loosening wheel bolts

WARNING

– Ensure that no one is in the vehicle before

you lift it – risk of injury!

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Fig. 145 Wheel: Loosening the wheel bolts

1)

An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the anti-theft

wheel bolts ðpage 270.

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– Make sure the jack is stable. If the ground

underneath the jack is slippery or soft, the

jack can slip or sink in – risk of injury!

– Apply the jack only at the jacking points lo-

cated behind the markings on the door sill

and align it properly. Otherwise there is a

risk of injury since the jack can slip off sud-

denly if it is not properly engaged.

CAUTION

When removing/fitting the wheel the rim

may hit and damage the brake disc. For this

reason, please take care and get a second per-

son to assist you.

Using tyres with directional tread pattern

– Applies to vehicles with air suspension: The

height of the parked vehicle can change as a

result of variations in temperature and load-

ing.

A directional tread pattern can be identified by

arrows on the sidewall that point in the direction

of rotation. Always note the direction of rotation

indicated when mounting the wheel. This is im-

portant so that these tyres can give maximum

grip and avoid excessive noise, tread wear and

aquaplaning.

– Never switch on the power unit when the ve-

hicle is on the jack – risk of accident!

– Do not work under the vehicle when it is on

the jack – risk of injury!

To benefit from the advantages of tyres with this

type of tread pattern, the defective tyre should

be replaced and refitted as soon as possible so

that all tyres again rotate in the correct direction.

CAUTION

The vehicle must not be lifted up on its sills.

Only apply the jack at the jacking points loca-

ted behind the markings on the door sill. Oth-

erwise your vehicle could be damaged.

Finishing the tyre change

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Fit the wheel bolt caps back on, as required.

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Taking off / putting on a wheel

Taking off the wheel

Put the tools and jack back in their correct stor-

age location.

Stow the removed wheel safely in the luggage

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Unscrew the slackened wheel bolts using the

compartment ðpage 84.

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box spanner and place them on a clean surface.

Check the tyre pressure of the fitted wheel as

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Take off the wheel ð

.

soon as possible.

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Adjust the tyre pressures and store them on the

Putting on the wheel

centre display ðpage 256 or ðpage 258.

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When putting on a tyre with directional tread

The wheel bolts should be tightened to

pattern, refer to ðpage 271.

140 Nm. Have this checked as soon as possible

with a torque wrench. Until then, drive with

caution.

Have the flat tyre replaced as quickly as possi-

ble.

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Ensure that the wheel bolts and threads on the

wheel hubs are clean, turn easily and are free of

oil and grease.

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Position the wheel on the hub.

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Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them

Jump-starting

lightly.

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Carefully lower the car with the jack.

Tighten the wheel bolts in diagonal sequence

with the box spanner.

Important information on jump-starting

Applies to: vehicles with 2.0 TFSI engine with mild hybrid

drive (48-volt electrical system)

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Please note the information below for vehicles

with 2.0 TFSI engine with mild hybrid drive (48-

WARNING

Please observe the important safety informa-

tion and notes on ðpage 250.

volt electrical system) ð

.

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CAUTION

WARNING

The vehicle battery must not be supplied with

power via conventional jump leads using the

charging points in the engine compartment.

– The vehicle must not be jump-started and

must not be used to jump-start other

vehicles; otherwise serious damage to elec-

tronic components may result.

– When it is discharged the vehicle battery

can freeze at temperatures around 0°C. A

frozen vehicle battery must first be thawed

out before connecting the jump leads – risk

of explosion and chemical burns! After

jump-starting the vehicle, drive to a quali-

fied workshop without delay and have the

vehicle battery checked.

– Seek professional assistance.

– Note the safety warnings referring to work-

ing in the engine compartment ðpage 234.

– Incorrect handling of the jump leads may re-

sult in the vehicle battery exploding (risk of

serious injury).

Measures if the vehicle is without electrical

power

Please observe the following if the vehicle is

locked and without electrical power:

CAUTION

– Releasing the driver's door manually

ðpage 39, Unlocking the driver’s door manual-

ly if the 12-volt vehicle battery is flat.

– Releasing boot lid manually ðpage 48, Releas-

ing the boot lid manually.

– If the jump leads are not connected correct-

ly this can result in serious damage to the

vehicle's electrical system.

– Do not use your vehicle to jump-start anoth-

er vehicle. This would cause serious damage

to your vehicle's electrical system.

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You should not attempt the following steps un-

less you are in possession of the necessary equip-

ment and have the skills required.

Jump-starting the vehicle

If the drive system cannot be activated because

the 12-volt vehicle battery is discharged, you can

use another vehicle to jump-start the 12-volt ve-

hicle battery. Suitable jump leads are required.

Both vehicle batteries must be rated at 12 volts.

The capacity (Ah) of the booster battery should

not be significantly lower than that of the dis-

charged battery.

Fig. 147 Engine compartment: Terminals for jump leads

or battery charger

The discharged vehicle battery must be properly

connected to the vehicle's electrical system.

Jump leads

The jump leads must be heavy enough to carry

the starter current. Refer to the details given by

the manufacturer.

Only use jump leads with insulated battery

clamps.

Positive cable – usually red.

Fig. 148 Connecting jump leads

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Negative cable – usually black.

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The terminals for the jump leads are located in

the engine compartment.

which may occur when you disconnect the jump

leads). The headlights must be switched off.

With the engines running, disconnect the leads

in the opposite sequence to how they were con-

nected.

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Please observe the general information on the

vehicle battery ðpage 245.

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Close the cap on the positive terminal.

Contact a qualified workshop without delay and

have the vehicle battery checked.

Preparing a jump-start

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Ensure there is sufficient space between the

two vehicles as otherwise current could flow as

soon as the positive terminals are connected.

This would discharge the boosting battery.

Notes on jump starting

If jump starting the vehicle was unsuccessful,

seek professional assistance.

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Switch off all electrical equipment and the igni-

tion.

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Open the bonnet.

WARNING

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Connect the two jump leads in the correct se-

– Jump leads must never be connected direct-

ly to the battery on your vehicle. Always use

the terminals in the engine compartment.

– The non-insulated parts of the battery

clamps must not be allowed to touch. The

jump lead attached to the positive battery

terminal must not touch metal parts of the

vehicle: this can cause short circuits.

– The sealing caps on the battery cells must

not be opened.

quence.

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Connect the jump leads so they have good met-

al-to-metal contact with the battery terminals.

Connecting the positive terminals with the

positive lead (red)

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Open the cap on the positive terminal

ðFig. 147.

1. Connect one end of the positive lead (red) to

the jump-start connection 1 ðFig. 148 on

your vehicle.

2. Connect the other end of the positive lead

(red) to the positive terminal 2 on the pow-

er source.

– Keep sparks, flames and lit cigarettes away

from vehicle batteries: the gases given off

can cause an explosion.

– Position the jump leads in such a way that

they cannot come into contact with any

moving parts in the engine compartment of

the other vehicle.

Connecting the negative terminals with the

negative lead (black)

3. Connect one end of the negative lead (black)

to the negative terminal 3 on the power

source.

4. Connect the other end of the negative lead

(black) to the jump-start connection 4 on

your vehicle.

CAUTION

Please note that the above method of con-

necting the leads is intended for jump-start-

ing your vehicle.

Starting the engine

Towing away

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Start the engine of the vehicle providing the

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electricity and let it run at idling speed.

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Now start the engine of your vehicle with the

discharged battery.

If the engine fails to start: do not operate the

You should not attempt the following steps un-

less you are in possession of the necessary equip-

ment and have the skills required.

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starter for longer than 10 seconds. Wait for

about 30 seconds and try again.

Switch on the rear window heating on your ve-

Towing requires some experience. Audi recom-

mends contacting a towing service to have the

vehicle taken away.

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hicle (this will dissipate any voltage peaks

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You should only have your broken-down vehicle

towed away by another vehicle in exceptional cir-

cumstances. Inexperienced drivers should not at-

tempt to tow another vehicle. Always adhere to

the locally applicable laws and regulations.

– There must not be anyone in the vehicle if it

vehicle is taken away by a breakdown truck

or a special car transporter – risk of acci-

dent!

– Never secure the tow-bar or tow-rope to any

part of the vehicle’s axles or suspension as

these could be damaged and lead to acci-

dents and severe injuries.

Switch off the active front assist, the rear turn as-

sist and the speed limiter or predictive speed lim-

iter when the vehicle is being loaded onto a car

transporter, train or ferry etc., or when the vehi-

cle is being towed. This prevents the respective

system from taking action in an inappropriate sit-

uation.

CAUTION

– If it is not possible to tow the vehicle as de-

scribed above (e.g. due to a gearbox failure

or if the vehicle has to be towed further

than 50 km), it must be transported on a

special car transporter or trailer.

Information on towing vehicles

– The vehicle must not be towed faster than

50 km/h.

– For technical reasons, the vehicle must not

be tow-started.

– The vehicle must not be towed further than

50 km.

Towing away

Additional note on towing by breakdown

truck

Please observe the important safety warnings on

The vehicle must be transported with all wheels

off the ground by a breakdown truck or a special

car transporter. Contact a towing service. Do not

wrap any kind of chain or rope around the brake

lines.

ðpage 273.

Preparations

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Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the

towing anchorages provided for this purpose

ðpage 275, ðpage 275.

Please ensure that the tow-rope is not twisted

Tow-bar / tow-rope

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The vehicle can be towed with a tow-bar or tow-

rope. Both drivers should be familiar with the

technique required for towing, particularly if a

tow-rope is used.

as it could otherwise unscrew the towline an-

chorage while the vehicle is being towed.

The hazard warning lights of both vehicles

must normally be switched on ðpage 56. How-

ever, observe any regulations to the contrary.

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Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and

take care to avoid jerking the tow-rope. When

towing off-road, there is always a risk that the

anchorage points may be overloaded.

Towing vehicle (front)

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Ensure that the tow-rope is taut before you

drive off.

It is easier and safer to tow the vehicle with a

tow-bar. You should only use a tow-rope if you do

not have a tow-bar. It is advisable to use a tow-

rope made of elastic synthetic fibre or similarly

elastic material.

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Accelerate with particular care.

Avoid unnecessary braking and manoeuvres.

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Vehicle being towed (rear)

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Ensure that the ignition is switched on, the

steering wheel is not locked, and that you can

operate the turn signals, horn or windscreen

WARNING

wipers if necessary ð

Otherwise you may not have the full benefit of

the brake servo and power steering. You may

.

– There is a high risk of accidents when tow-

ing, as the towed vehicle can easily be driven

into the towing vehicle.

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need more strength to steer and brake the vehi-

cle than you normally would.

Release the parking brake ðpage 108.

Select transmission position N.

Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all

times when towing.

Firmly press the cap inwards

ðFig. 149/ðFig. 150. The cap will be released

from the bumper.

Screw the towline anchorage as tightly as pos-

sible into the mounting. To do so, use a suitable

tool that enables the towline anchorage to be

screwed tightly all the way into the mounting.

Put the towline anchorage back in the vehicle

toolkit after use.

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WARNING

– If the vehicle has no electrical power, do

NOT use a tow-bar or tow-rope to tow the

vehicle.

WARNING

If the towline anchorage is not screwed in as

far as the stop, there is a risk of the screw

connection shearing off during towing – risk

of accident!

– If the power supply should fail while the ve-

hicle is being towed, stop towing immedi-

ately and seek professional assistance.

Fitting the front towline anchorage

Fitting the rear towline anchorage

Fig. 149 Front bumper: Fitting the towline anchorage

(version 1)

Fig. 151 Rear bumper: Fitting the towline anchorage

On some models, the shape of the cap can vary.

Vehicles with towline anchorage

Vehicles which do not have a factory-fitted tow-

ing bracket have a connection for a towline an-

chorage on the right side of the rear bumper.

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Take the towline anchorage out of the vehicle

toolkit ðpage 267.

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Firmly press the cap inwards briefly ðFig. 151.

Fig. 150 Front bumper: Fitting the towline anchorage

(version 2)

The cap will be released from the bumper.

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Screw the towline anchorage as tightly as pos-

On some models, the shape of the cap can vary.

sible into the mounting. To do so, use a suitable

tool that enables the towline anchorage to be

screwed tightly all the way into the mounting.

Put the towline anchorage back in the vehicle

toolkit after use.

The screw connection for the towline anchorage

is located on the right side of the front bumper.

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Take the towline anchorage out of the vehicle

toolkit ðpage 267.

Vehicles with towing bracket

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Swivel out the towing bracket ðpage 121.

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Attach the tow-bar or the tow-rope to the tow-

ing bracket.

Vehicles which have a factory-fitted towing

bracket do not have a screw connection at the

rear for the towline anchorage.

WARNING

If the towline anchorage is not screwed in as

far as the stop, there is a risk of the screw

connection shearing off during towing – risk

of accident!

CAUTION

To avoid damaging the towing bracket, only

use tow-bars with suitable attachments. If a

tow-bar is not available, a tow-rope may be

used.

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