Fastest model is now even hotter: Extensive update for Audi R8

October 25, 2018 in Audi Press Releases

“Born on the track, built for the road.” The volume-production model now follows after the world premiere of the R8 LMS GT3 at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. Apart from the sportier design, the Audi R8 Coupé and Spyder have more powerful engines. The models will go on sale in Europe in early 2019.

“The R8 occupies a unique position for Audi in every respect,” says Michael-Julius Renz, Managing Director of Audi Sport GmbH. “It’s now even more powerful and faster.” adds Oliver Hoffmann, Technical Managing Director of Audi Sport GmbH: “Motorsport is part of our DNA. With around 50 percent shared parts with the R8 LMS GT3 and even 60 percent with the R8 LMS GT4, no other automobile is so close to motor racing as the R8.”

  • Powerful V10 naturally aspirated engines in two output ratings
  • Modified suspension components for even more dynamic handling
  • Striking exterior design, sales launch in early 2019


Even more powerful: the engines

Instant response, lightning-fast high-revving and a unique sound – the heart of the Audi R8 is its V10 naturally aspirated engine. It is available to customers in two output ratings. The almost identical drive technology of the V10 engine in the R8 LMS GT3 and R8 LMS GT4 is put to good use on the racetrack. The V10, which is produced at the engine plant in Győr, Hungary, is very compact. A separate radiator controls the temperature of the engine oil, which comes from a dry sump. This principle was adopted from motor racing and allows for an extremely low installation position of the engine, producing a low center of gravity. The pump module operates with multiple suction stages and assures proper lubrication under all conditions – including during lateral acceleration of around 1.5 G, which is possible in the R8. Both engines have a gasoline particulate filter.

Razor-sharp precision: the suspension
Modifications to the suspension provide even more stability and precision. The assistance has been retuned both with the optional dynamic steering and the electromechanical power steering: Steering response and the feedback from the road come across as even more precise across the entire range of speeds.

Depending on the selected engine, the three additional programs dry, wet and snow are added to the well-known Audi drive select modes with the performance mode. They adapt the key dynamic parameters to the friction coefficient of the road. Thanks to the enhanced Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC), the top-of-the-line model brakes from 100 km/h (62.1 mph) to a standstill up to 1.5 meters (4.9 ft) earlier; the stopping distance from 200 km/h (124.3 mph) is up to five meters (16.4 ft) shorter – in each case depending on the exterior conditions.

The new Audi R8 is equipped with factory-installed 19-inch wheels. Ultralight 20-inch fully milled wheels in five-V dynamic design with new summer and sport tires, which convey even more precise handling, are available as an option. Audi offers ceramic brake discs as an alternative to the standard steel discs. The stabilizer at the front is optionally made from carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and aluminum, which cuts weight by around two kilograms (4.4 lb).

Sharper and tauter: the design
The honed character of the new R8 models also becomes clear visually. The Singleframe radiator grille has a wider, flatter line. Thick bars divide up the large air inlets. Flat slits in the hood are reminiscent of the Audi Sport quattro brand icon. The new front splitter is now wider, as is the striking low-set air vent grille at the rear. The grille rounds off the diffuser that extends quite some way up. All of which underlines the sporty look of the Audi R8. In the engine compartment the air filter is situated under a new, three-part cover – available in a choice of plastic or carbon fiber.

R8 customers can choose from up to three exterior packages, depending on the engine variant; these packages add various highlights to the front splitter, the side trims and the diffuser. As an option, the Audi rings and badges on the exterior are painted in high-gloss black. The new metallic colors Kemora Gray and Ascari Blue add to the paint range. The Audi exclusive range gives customers the opportunity to customize many details of their Audi R8 – inside and out.

The new R8 models will be arriving at dealerships in Germany and other European countries in the course of the first quarter of 2019. The models will go on sale in early 2019.

via Audi MediaServices – Fastest model is now even hotter: Extensive update for Audi R8.

Audi A3 8P (2003 to 2013) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

October 25, 2018 in Audi A3, Audi A3 8P (2003 to 2013)

The Audi A3 8P (2003 – 2013) have 2 fuse boxes location. One on dashboard driver side and one in the engine compartment – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

 

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the fuse cover off the instrument panel using the ignition key or a screwdriver.

Audi A3 8P Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

No Equipment [A]
1 Engine components (I), manual headlight beam adjustment, automatic headlight beam adjustment, AFS control module, engine components (II), light switch (switch lighting/illumination), diagnosis socket 10
2 All Wheel Drive, automatic transmission, control module for CAN data transfer (gateway), electromechanical steering, shift gate automatic transmission, engine relay, fuel tank control unit, engine control unit, brakes control (ABS), Eleclltronic Stabilization Program (ESP), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASRl, brake light switch 10
3 Airbag 5
4 Air-conditioning (pressure sensor, air quality sensor), button for Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASRI, oil level sensor (WIVl, back-up light switch, front seat heating, Seat-occupancy recognition (on USA vehicles), navigation, garage door opener, automatic mirror dimming, Heated windshield washer nozzles,air conditioning (control module 5
5 AFS headlights (left side) 5
6 AFS headlights (right side) 5
7
8
9
10
11
12 Central locking (front doors) 10
13 Central locking (rear doors), convenience electronics (control module) 10
14 Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) (control module), automatic transmission (control modulel, shift gate automatic transmission 10
15 Interior lights, reading lights 10
16 Diagnostic connector, rain sensor, air conditioning (control module) 10
17 Anti -theft alarm warning system 5
18 Diag starter 5
19
20
21
22 Air conditioning (blower fan) 40
23 Driver’s side power window, front 30
24 Cigarette lighter 20
25 Rear window defogger 30
26 Power outlet in luggage compartment 20
27 Fuel tank control module, fuel pump 15
28 Power window , rear 30
29
30 Automatic transmission 20
31 Automatic transmission (vacuum pump) 20
32
33 Sliding/pop-up roof 20
34
35
36 Lumbar support 10
37 Heated seats, front 20
38 Passenger side power window, front 30
39
40 Heating (blower fan) 40
41 Rear window wiper 15
42 Windshield wiper (washer pump) 15
43 Convenience electronics (control module) 20
44 Trailer control module 20
45 Trailer control module 15
46
47 Cell phone package (VDA interface) 5
48
49

2- Fuse box in Engine Compartment – left side

To access the fuse box located in the engine compartment, unlatch the fuse cover, push the two slides forward.

Audi A3 8P Fuse Box Diagram – Engine compartment- left side
Please check your car’s fuse layout, there are two different layouts. Check the fuse layout with the fuse panel cover removed.
Some of the equipment items listed are optional or only available on certain model configurations.

Description
Variation (1) with 30 Plug-in Fuses

Number Equipment [A]
F1
F2 Steering wheel electronics 5
F3 Battery voltage 5
F4 Anti -lock brake system (ABS) valves 30
F5 Transmission control module 15
F6 Instrument cluster module 5
F7 Transmission control module 30
F8 Navigation system, radio system 15
25
F9 Navigation system, digital radio, cell phone, TV equipment 5
F10 Engine control module, main relay 5
10
F11
F12 Control module for CAN data transfer (gateway) 5
F13 Engine control module 15
25
F14 Ignition coils 20
F15 Tank diagnosis, oxygen sensor 10
15
F16 Ant i-lock brake system (ABS) pump 30
F17 Horn 15
F18 Audio amplifier 30
F19 Front windshield wiper system 30
F20 Volume regulator valve 20
F21 Oxygen sensor 10
F22 Clutch pedal switch, brake light switch 5
F23 Engine relays, engine components 5
10
15
F24 Engine components 10
F25 Right-side lighting (elect rical system control unit) 30
F26 Left-side light ing (electric system control un it! 30
F27 Secondary air pump 40
F28 Power supply relay term inal 15 40
F29 Fuse assignment in the left-side instrument panel (special equipment) 50
F30 Power supply relay terminal 75 50

Variation (2) with 54 Plug-in Fuses

Number Equipment [A]
F1 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 30
F2 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 30
F3
F4 Battery voltage 5
F5 Horn 15
F6 Volume control valve/fuel pump 15
F7
F8
F9 Engine components 10
F10 Fuel tank control, mass air flow sensor 10
F11 Oxygen sensors, in front of catalytic converter 10
F12 Oxygen sensors, behind catalytic converter 10
F13 Automatic transmission 15
F14
F15 Water return-flow pump 10
F16 Steer ing wheel electronics 5
F17 Instrument cluster module 5
F18 Audio amplifier 30
F19 Navigation system, radio system 15
25
F20 Navigation system, digital radio, cell phone, TV equipment 5
F21
F22
F23 Engine control modu le, main relay 10
F24 Control module for CAN data transfer (gateway) 5
F25
F26
F27
F28 Engine control module 15
F29 Engine relays, eng ine components 5
F30
F31 Front windshield wiper system 30
F32
F33
F34
F35
F36
F37
F38 Engine components 10
F39 Clutch pedal switch, brake light switch 5
F40 Ignition coils
F41
F42 Power supply engine relay 5
F43 Ignition coils 30
F44
F45
F46
F47 Left-side lighting (electric system control unit) 30
F48 Right-side light ing (electrical system control unit 30
F49 Power supply relay termina l 15 40
F50
F51 Secondary air pump 40
F52 Power supply relay terminal 75 50
F53 Fuse assignment in the left-side instrument panel (special equipment) 50
F54

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 – Audi A3 8P Petrol (1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI, 3.2 V6) and Diesel (1.6, 1.9 and 2.0 TDI), S3 Engines.

Audi Q5 1st generation 8R (2009 to 2017) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

October 22, 2018 in Audi Q5, Audi Q5 Type 8R (2008 to 2016)

The Audi Q5 1st generation 8R (2009 – 2017) have 3 fuse boxes location. Two on dashboard passenger and driver side and one in the luggage compartment – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

 

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

Audi Q5 – 1st generation 8R – Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

Fuse panel A – black

No. Equipment Amps
1 Dynamic steering 5
3 Homelink 5
5 Climate control 5
6 Right headlight range adjustment 5
7 Left headlight range adjustment 5
8 Vehicle electrical system controls module 1 5
9 Adaptive cruise control 5
10 Shift gate 5
11 Heater washer flu id nozzles 5
12 Climate control 5
13 Cell phone prep 5
14 Airbag 5
15 Terminal 15 25
16 Terminal 15 engine 40

Fuse panel B – brown

No. Equipment Amps
1 Automatic dimming interiorrearview mirror 5
2 Clutch sensor 5
3 Fuel pump 25
5 Left seat heating 30
6 Electronic Stabilization Program 10
7 Horn 25
8 Left door window regulator motor 30
9 Wiper motor 30
10 Electronic Stabilization Program 25
11 Left doors 15
12 Rain and light sensor 5

Fuse panel C – red

No. Equipment Amps
3 Lumbar support 10
4 Dynamic steering 35
5 Climatized cupholder 10
6 Vehicle electrical system control module 1 35
7 Vehicle electrical system control module 1 20
8 Vehicle electrical system control module 1 30
9 Panorama sunroof 20
10 Vehicle electrical system control module 1 30
11 Panorama sunroof shade 20
12 Convenience electronics 5

2- Fuse box in the Dashboard passenger’s side

To access the fuse box located on the passenger’s side of the dashboard, you must have the passenger’s door open and remove the side dash cover.

Audi Q5 – 1st generation 8R – Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard passenger’s side

Description

Fuse panel A – black

No. Equipment Amps
5 Steering column switch module 5
6 Electronic Stabilization Program 5
7 Terminal 15 diagnostic connector 5
8 Gateway 5

Fuse panel B – brown

1 CD /DVD player 5
2 Audi drive select switch module 5
3 MMI/Radio 5/20
4 Instrument cluster 5
5 Gateway 5
6 Ignition lock 5
7 Rotary light switch 5
8 Climate control system blower 40
9 Steering column lock 5
10 Climate control 10
11 Terminal 30 diagnostic connector 10
12 Steering column switch module 5

3- Fuse box in the Luggage Compartment right

To access the fuse box located on the luggage compartment you should remove the right side trunk trim and open the fuse cover.

Audi Q5 – 1st generation 8R – Fuse Box Diagram – Luggage Compartment right

Description

Fuse panel A – black

No. Equipment Amps
1 Luggage compartment lid control module 30
5 Electromechanical parking brake 5
6 Electronic damping control 15
7 Electromechanical parking brake 30
8 Vehicle electrical system control module 2 30
10 Vehicle electrical system control module 2 30
11 Vehicle electrical system control module 20
12 Terminal 30 5

Fuse panel B – brown

No. Equipment Amps
1 Luggage compartment lid control module 30
2 Right front seat heating 15
3 DCDC converter path 1 40
4 DCDC converter path 2 40
7 Electromechanical parking brake 30
9 Right door control module 30
11 Right door control module 15

Fuse panel C – red

No. Equipment Amps
1 Rear center console outlet 15
2 Center console front outlet/ climatized cupholder 15
3 Luggage compartment outlet 15
4 Cigarette lighter 15
7 Parking system 7.5
8 Rear wiper 15
9 Electromechanical parking brake switch 5
10 Audi side assist 5
12 Terminal 15 control modules 5

Fuse panel D – black

No. Equipment Amps
3 DSP amp lifier, radio 30
4 MMI 7.5
5 Radio/navigat ion/cell phone prep 5
6 Rearview camera 5
7 cell phone prep 5

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 – Q5 1st generation 8R Petrol (2.0 and 3.0 TFSI, Hybrid Quattro 2.0) and Diesel (2.0 and 3.0 TDI, SQ5 3.0 TDI) Engines.

Audi TT 8J (2006 to 2014) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

October 11, 2018 in Audi TT, Audi TT 8J (2006 to 2014)

The Audi TT 8J (2006 – 2014) have 2 fuse boxes location. One on dashboard driver side and one in the engine compartment – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

 

 

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

Audi TT 8J Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

A Description
1 10 Engine relay, fuel tank control unit, Airbag Off light, light switch (switch illumination), diagnostic connector
2 5 ABS, ASR, ESP, brake light switch
3 5 AFS headlight (left)
4 5 Oil level sensor (extended maintenance interval) (WIV), tire pressure monitoring system, switch for Electronic Stability Program (ESP), AFS headlights (control unit), A/С system (pressure sensor), backup light switch
5 5/10 Automatic headlight range control, AFS headlight (right) / manual headlight range control, halogen headlights
6 5 Control unit for CAN data transfer (gateway), electromechanical steering, automatic transmission shift gate
7 5 Acoustic Park Assist, automatic dipping interior rear view mirror, garage door opener, heatable windshield washer nozzles, washer pump, wind deflector relay (Roadster)
8 5 Haldex clutch
9 5 Control unit Audi magnetic ride
10 5 Airbag control unit
11 5/10 Mass airflow sensor, crankcase heating
12 10 Door control unit (central locking driver/passenger)
13 10 Diagnostic connector
14 5 Rain sensor, automatic transmission shift gate
15 5 Roof light (interior lighting)
16 10 A/С system (control unit)
17 5 Tire pressure monitoring system (control unit)
18 Not used
19 Not used
20 Not used
21 10 Fuel injectors (gasoline engine)
22 30 Wind deflector (Roadster)
23 20 Horn
24 15 Transmission (control unit)
25 30/20 Heater rear window Coupe/heated rear window Roadster
26 30 Driver’s side power window
27 30 Passenger’s side power window
28 Not used
29 15 Washer pump
30 20 Cigarette lighter
31 40 Starter
32 5 Steering column module
33 5 Instrument cluster
34 15 Radio navigation system, radio
35 30 Audio amplifier
36 10 Engine (control unit)
37 5 CAN (Gateway)
38 Not used
39 Not used
40 Not used
41 Not used
42 Not used
43 Not used
44 Not used
45 Not used
46 Not used
47 5 SDARS tuner, cell phone package, TV tuner
48 5 VDA interface
49 5 Not used

2- Fuse box in the engine compartment- left side

To access the fuse box located in the engine compartment, release the fuse cover on left side.

Audi TT 8J Fuse Box Diagram – Engine compartment- left side

Description

Fuse holder (black)

A
Description
1 Not used
2 Not used
3 Not used
4 Not used
5 5 Anti-theft warning system (sensor), anti-theft warning system (horn)
6 30 Headlamp washer system
7 15/10 Electric fuel pumps (supply)/volume control valve
8 30 Windshield wipers
9 25 Heated seats (driver and passenger)
10 10 Lumbar support (driver and passenger)
11 Not used
12 40 Ventilation blower
Fuse holder (brown)
1 15 Fuel pump (6-cylinder)
2 10 O2 sensors (6-cylinder)
3 5 Mass airflow sensor (6-cylinder)
4 10 O2 sensors (6-cylinder)
5 5 Relay coil relay volume control valve (4-cylin-der)
6 10 Secondary air pump valve (6-cylinder), O2 sensors (4-cylinder)
7 10 Positioning valves pre-wired engine harness
8 20/30 Ignition coils (4-cylinder)/ignition coils (6-cylinder)
9 25 Engine (control unit)
10 10 Water pump delayed-off
11 5 Feed (clutch pedal, brake pedal)
12 10 Activated charcoal filter/charge pressure control valve (4-cylinder)

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 – Audi TT 8J Petrol (1.8 and 2.0 TFSI, 3.2 Quattro) and Diesel (2.0 TDI), RS Engines.

Audi A4, A6, A8 – 1997 to 2000 – 2.4, 2.6, 2.8 – Petrol Engines – Scheduled Plan

October 10, 2018 in Audi A4 B5 (1994 to 2001), Audi A6 C5 (1997 to 2005), Audi A8 D2 (1994 to 2002), Scheduled Service / Maintenance Plans

All you need to know to service your Audi A4 B5, A6 C5 and A8 D2 (years 1997 to 2000) with petrol engines, according to the Official Audi Service Schedule Interval Plan / Scheduled Maintence Servicing.

All the information in this article is in accordance with the Service Schedule Intervals Plan specified by Audi. Nevertheless, you should allways confirm with your car owners manual before any servicing.

Every one year or 12.000 kms / 7.500 miles schedule service interval:

  1. Change engine oil and oil filter
  2. Check Fluid Levels
  3. Clean Plenum Water Valve
  4. Check Auto-Shift Lock
  5. Reset the service reminder
  6. Manual transmission – check shift and clutch interlock

Additionally every 24.000 km / 15.000 miles schedule service interval:

  1. Check Battery level
  2. Replace Dust/Pollen Filter
  3. Checking and adjusting the level Cooling System
  4. Checking and adjusting Wiper & Washer System
  5. Gearbox, power train, drive shafts – check for oil leaks and play – In event of leakage from the gearbox, check the gearbox oil level
  6. Clean and lube rails of Sliding Roof
  7. Check lubricant on Transmission Final Drive(s)
  8. Check Brake System
  9. Check DTC memory – OBD
  10. Exterior lights: Check all lights and replace if needed

Additionally every 48.000 km / 30.000 miles schedule service interval:

  1. Replace the engine Air filter cleaner (ACL) and clean the engine air filter housing
  2. Replace the Engine Spark Plugs
  3. Replace the Brake Oil fluid
  4. Change Oil Haldex clutch, only Audi TT Quattro
  5. Replace  Spark Plugs

This maintenance plan is suitable for the following model years:

– 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000 – Audi A4 B5 Petrol Engines (2.4, 2.6 and 2.8)
– 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000 Audi A6 C5 Petrol Engines (2.4, 2.6 and 2.8)
– 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999 and 2000 Audi A8 D2 Petrol Engines (2.4, 2.6 and 2.8)

Audi A6 C7 (2011 to 2018) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

August 29, 2018 in Audi A6, Audi A6 C7 (2011 to 2018)

The Audi A6 C7 (2011 – 2018) have 3 fuse boxes location. Two on dashboard passenger and driver side and one in the luggage compartment – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

 

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

 

Audi A6 C7 Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

Fuse panel A (black)

Equipment
1 Electromechanical power steering, trailer hitch, ionizer, switch strip, seat heating (rear), electromechanical parking brake
2 Horn, climate control system, Gateway, automatic dimming interior rearview mirror
3
4 Parking aid, headlight range adjustment
5 Dynamic steering, Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
6 Headlights
7 Adaptive cruise control
8 Front passenger’s seat sensors, airbag
9 Gateway
10 Engine sound, night vision assist, garage door opener (HomeLink), parking aid
11 Video camera image processing
12 Headlights
13 Steering column switch module
14 Terminal 15 (luggage compartment)
15 Terminal 15 (engine compartment)
16 Starter
Fuse panel B (brown)
1 Infotainment
2 Infotainment
3 Front passenger’s seat
4
5 Airbag, Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
6 Anti-theft alarm system
7 Electromechanical parking brake
8 Interior lights
9 Windshield video camera heating, light/rain sensor
10 Lumbar support (driver’s seat)
11 Driver’s seat
12 Electronic stabilization control
13 Horn
14 Headlights
15 Front seat heating
16 Dynamic steering
Fuse panel C (red)
1 Clutch pedal
2 Fuel pump
3 Brake light sensor
4 AdBlue (diesel engine)/engine acoustics
5 Rear door
6 Front door
7 Electronic stabilization control
8 Windshield wiper motor
9 Headlight washer system
10 Interior lighting, climate control system
11 Headlights
12 Sunroof

2- Fuse box in the Dashboard passenger’s side

To access the fuse box located on the passenger’s side of the dashboard, you must have the passenger’s door open and remove the side dash cover.

Audi A6 C7 Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard passenger’s side

Description

Fuse panel A (black)

Equipment
1 Infotainment, CD changer
2 Infotainment (display)
Fuse panel B (brown)
1 Climate control system
2 Climate control system (blower)
3 Diagnostic interface
4 Electrical ignition lock
5 Electronic steering column lock
6 Steering column switch module
7 Power steering column adjustment
8 Light switch
9 Head-up display
10 Instrument cluster
11 Infotainment, DVD changer

3- Fuse box in Luggage Compartment right / trunk

To access the fuse box located on the luggage compartment you should remove the right side trunk trim and open the fuse cover.

Audi A6 C7 Fuse Box Diagram – Luggage Compartment right

Description

Fuse panel A (black)
Equipment
1 Trailer hitch/220 volt socket
2 Trailer hitch/climatized cup holder
3 Trailer hitch/adjusting front passenger’s seat from the rear
4 Electromechanical parking brake
5 Electromechanical parking brake
6 Front door (front passenger’s side)
7 Rear exterior lighting
8 Central locking, closing aid
9 Seat heating (front)
10
11 Seat heating (rear), climate control system
12 Trailer hitch
Fuse panel B (red)
1 Left safety belt tensioner
2 Right safety belt tensioner
3 AdBlue tank (diesel engine)/fuel pump
4 AdBlue tank (diesel engine)/engine mount (gasoline engine)
5 Sensor-controlled luggage compartment lid
6 Air suspension, adaptive dampers
7 Rear door (front passenger’s side)
8 Tail lights
9 Luggage compartment lid
10 Rear seat entertainment
11
12 Rear spoiler (Sportback), tilt/open sunroof, Panorama glass roof
Fuse panel C (brown)
1 Infotainment
2 Infotainment
3 Infotainment, automatic dimming interior rearview mirror
4
5 TV tuner
6 Tank leak detection system
7 Sockets
8 Parking heater
9
10 Lumbar support (front passenger’s seat)
11
12 Infotainment
Fuse panel D (black)
1 Air suspension, adaptive dampers, sport differential, electromechanical parking brake
2 Clutch pedal position sensor/automatic transmission
3 Seats
4 Rear wiper(Avant)
5 Side assist
6 Engine sound
7 Infotainment/sound amplifier
8 Gateway
9 Sport differential
10 Climate control system
11 Tire pressure monitoring system/parking heater
12 Start-Stop-System
Fuse panel E (black)
1 Special purpose vehicles/rear seats
Fuse panel F (black)
1 Rear window defogger

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 – Audi A6 C7 Petrol (1.8, 2.0 and 3.0 TFSI, 2.8 FSI) and Diesel (2.0 TDI and 3.0 TDI), S6, RS6 Engines.

Audi A2 (1999 to 2005) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

August 27, 2018 in Audi A2

The Audi A2 (1999 – 2005) have one fuse box located on driver’s footwell – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

 

1- Fuse box of driver’s footwell

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s footwell, open the driver’s door and pull up floor covering in driver’s footwell.

Push the fuxe box cover as shown in the figure.

Audi A2 Fuse Box Diagram – driver’s footwell

Description


Designation A
A Multi-function steering wheel fuse (S326) 1
В Additional heater fuse (S126) 60
C Radiator fan control unit fuse (S142) 40
1 Control unit with display in dash panel insert 10
2 Navigation interface RadioVoltage stabiliser 2Aerial selection control unitOperating electronics control unit, navigationNavigation/TV tunerAmplifier 20
3 Voltage stabiliser 20
4 Radiator fanRadiator fan thermo-switch 20
6 Automatic intermittent wash/wipe relay
Washer pump switch
Intermittent wiper switch
25
7 Hazard warning light relay 15
8 Dual tone horn relay Horn/dual tone hom
Sliding sunroof adjustment control unit
25
10 Trailer socket 30
11 12 V socket 20
12 Cigarette lighter 15
13 Heated driver’s seat regulatorHeated front passenger’s seat regulator 15
14 Low heat output relay 30
14 Heater control unit 20
15 Air соnditioning system/Climatronic operating and display unit
Heated rear window
Heated rear window relay
30
16 Fresh air blower switch
Fresh air blower control unit
30
18 Fuel pump (pre-supply pump) 20
19 Lambda probe heaterLambda probe 1 heater, downstream of catalytic
converter
Activated charcoal filter system solenoid valve 1 (pulsed)
NOx
sensor control unit
20
20 4LV (injection system) control unit
Ignition
coil -1- with output stage
Ignition coil -2- with output stage
Ignition
coil -3- with output stage
Ignition coil -4- with output stage
20
22 Twin filament bulb for headlight, left 10
23 Bulb check warning unitHeadlight range control motor, right
Twin filament bulb for headlight, right
15
24 Bulb check warning unitHeadlight range control motor, left
Twin filament bulb for headlight, left
15
25 Mobile telephone operating electronics control unit
Telephone/telem atics control unit
Aerial amplifier, mobile telephone
5
26 Bulb check warning unit
Tail light bulb, right
Side light bulb, right
5
27 Bulb check warning unit
Tail light bulb, left
Side light bulb, left
5
28 Diagnostic connector 10
29 Diagnostic connector Reversing light switch 15
30 Brake light switch 10
31 Brake light switchHeater element (crankcase breather) (MPI engine, diesel engine)Air mass meterLow heat output relayHigh heat output relayCruise control system switchRadiator fan control unitAdditional air heater control unitExhaust gas recirculation valve 10
32 Glove box lightNumber plate light, left
Number plate light, right
10
33 Heater element, left washer jet
Heater element, right washer jet
5
34 Hazard warning light relay 10
35 Rear left fog light bulbFront and rear fog light switch 15
36 Anti-theft alarm system hornAir соnditioning system /Climatronic operating and display unitHeated rear window relayTank filler flap remote release switchInterior monitor switchConvenience system central control unit 10
37 Navigation system with CD drive control unit
Parking aid control unit
10
38 Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 10
38 Compressor regulating valve, air conditioning
system
Heated rear window relay
Fresh air/air recirculating flap
switch
Operating electronics control unit, navigation
Electronic manual
gearbox control unit
Parking aid control unit
Power steering control
unit
Navigation system with CD drive control unit
Telephone/telematics
control unit
Ignition key withdrawal lock control unit
Additional
heating button (ECON)AmplifierHazard warning light switch
10
39 Door control unit, front passenger’s side
Door control unit, rear right
10
40 Traction соntrol system warning lamp
Traction control system switch
ABS with EDL control unit
Steering angle sender
10
41 Door control unit, driver’s side
Door control unit, rear left
10
42 Anti-theft alarm ultra-sonic sensorConvenience system central control unit 10
43 Electronic manual gearbox control unit 10
44 Ignition key withdrawal lock solenoid valve
Electronic manual gearbox control unit
Handbrake warning lam p control
unit
Ignition key withdrawal lock control unit
10
45 Injector, cylinder 1Injector, cylinder 2
Injector, cylinder 3
Injector, cylinder 4Heater elem ent (crankcase breather) (FSI engine)Fuel pressure regulating valveInlet cam shaft tim ing adjustment valve -1-Fuel metering valveIntake manifold flap air flow control valve
Map-controlled engine cooling thermostat
15
Relays
1 Consumer switch -off relay (J511)
4 High heat output relay (J360)
5 Dual tone horn relay (J4)
6 Bulb check warning unit (K41)
7 Bulb check warning unit (K41)
8 Low heat output relay (J359)
9 X contact relief relay (J59)

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:
1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 – Audi A2 Petrol (1.4 and 1.6 FSI) and Diesel (1.2 TDI and 1.4 TDI).

Audi A6 C5 (1997 to 2005) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

August 20, 2018 in Audi A6, Audi A6 C5 (1997 to 2005)

The Audi A6 C5 (1997 – 2005) have one fuse box of the  dashboard driver side – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

 

Audi A6 C5 Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

No.
A
Fused function
1 5 Heater element, left washer jet
Heater element, right washer jet
2 10 Hazard warning light switch
3 5 Glove box light
4 5 Number plate light
5 10 Oil level/oil temperature sender
Compressor regulating valve, air conditioning system
High pressure sender
Tiptronic switch
Tyre pressure monitor control unit
Bulb monitoring device
Mobile phone operating electronics control unit
Control and display unit for air conditioner/Climatronic
Air quality sensor
Navigation system with CD drive control unit
Self-levelling suspension control unit
Operating unit to control suspension height
Telephone/telematics control unit
Control unit for voice control
Parking aid control unit
Rear roller blind switch
6 5 Central locking control unit
7 10 ABS control unit
Steering angle sender
TCS/ESP button
Cruise control system brake pedal switch (diesel direct injection system)
Clutch pedal switch
8 5 Telephone/telematics control unit
Control unit for voice control
9 10 Heated exterior mirror, driver’s side Heated exterior mirror, front passenger’s side
10 5 Headlight range control, control unit
11 5 Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror
12 10 Diagnosis connection
13 10 Brake light switch Brake light bulbs
14 10 Central locking control unit
Memory operating unit, driver’s seat
Memory operating unit, front passenger’s seat
Luggage compartment release switch
Interior monitor switch
15 10 Control unit with display in dash panel insert
Solar cell isolation relay
Navigation system with CD drive control
unit
Mirror memory control unit
Auxiliary heating radio controlled receiver
16 5 Steering angle sender
17 10 Tyre pressure monitor control unit
Self-levelling suspension control unit
Two-way radio switch
Parking aid control unit
18 10 Main beam bulb, right
Main beam warning lamp
19 10 Main beam bulb, left
20 15 Dipped beam bulb, right
Headlight range control motor, right
21 15 Dipped beam bulb, left
Headlight range control motor, left
22 5 Side light bulb, right
Tail light bulb, right
23 5 Side light bulb, left
Tail light bulb, left
24 25 Automatic intermittent wash/wipe relay
Intermittent wiper control
25 30 Control and display unit for air
conditioner/Climatronic
Solar cell isolation relay
Fresh air blower
Magnetic coupling relay
Auxiliary heater relay
26 30 Control and display unit for air
conditioner/Climatronic
Heated rear window switch
27 15 Heated steering wheel
Rear window wiper motor
28 20 Fuel pump (pre-supply pump)
Fuel pump control unit
Fuel pump relay
29 30
20
Ignition coil with output stage (engine code BAS)
Motronic control unit (engine code BAS)
Output stage
Ignition coil with output stage
Motronic control unit
Camshaft timing adjustment valves
30 20 Sliding sunroof adjustment control unit
31 15 Starter inhibitor and reversing light relay
Hazard warning light switch
Reversing light switch
Diagnosis connection
Multi-function switch
Ignition cut-off delay relay
Automatic gearbox control unit
32 20 Injectors
Cruise control system switch
33 15 Cigarette lighter
Cigarette lighter, rear
34 15 Secondary air pump relay
Solenoid valves
Secondary air inlet valve
Turbocharger divert air valve
Air mass meter
Heater for lambda probes
Intake manifold change-over valve
35 30 Trailer socket
36 15 Front and rear fog light switch
37 20 Radio
Amplifier with bass loudspeaker
Aerial selection
control unit
Operating electronics control unit, navigation
Navigation/TV tuner
Navigation interface
Chip card reader unit
38 20 Central locking control unit
39 15 Hazard warning light switch
40 25 Dual tone horn relay
41 25 Relay for ABS solenoid valves (allroad models)
42 25 ABS control unit
43 5 Radio
Operating electronics control unit, navigation
44 30 Auxiliary heater relay
Solar cells isolation relay 2
Heated driver’s seat regulator
Heated front passenger’s seat regulator
Heated rear left seat switch with
regulator
Heated rear right seat switch with regulator

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 – Audi A6 C5 Petrol (1.8, 2.0, 2.4, 2.4 Quattro, 2.7, 2.7 Quattro, 2.8, 2.8 Quattro, 3.0, 3.0 Quattro, 4.2 V8, RS6 Quattro) and Diesel (1.9 TDI and 2.5 TDI) Engines, S6.

Audi A1 8X (2010 to 2018) – Fuse Box Location and Fuses List

August 15, 2018 in Audi A1

The Audi A1 8X (2010 – 2018 ) have 2 fuse box. One one the passenger side of the  dashboard  and other on the driver side – Scroll down to see how to access them and the fuses list.

1- Fuse box in the Dashboard driver’s side

To access the fuse box located on the driver’s side of the dashboard, open the driver’s door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

Audi A1 8X Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard driver’s side

Description

No. A Function/component
Black
1 30 Digital sound package control unit -J525-
Voltage stabiliser -J532-
Radio -R-
2 40 Heater control unit -J65-
X-contact relief relay -J59-
Fresh air blower control unit -J126-
Fresh air blower -V2-
3 20 Cigarette lighter -U1-
12 V socket -U5-
4 15 Trailer detector control unit -J345-
5 5 Data bus diagnostic interface -J533-
6 30 Front passenger door control unit -J387-
Rear right door control unit -J389-
7 30 Driver door control unit -J386-
Rear left door control unit -J388-
8 30 Heated rear window relay -J9-
Heated rear window -Z1-
9 25 ABS control unit -J104-
10 20 Onboard supply control unit -J519-
11 15 High tone horn -H2-
Low tone horn -H7-
Horn relay -J413-
12 30 Onboard supply control unit -J519-
Brown
1 5 Alarm horn -H12-
Anti-theft alarm
sensor -G578-
2 5 6)3)
7.5 1)2)4)5)7)
Terminal 30 voltage supply relay -J317-9)
Motronic current supply relay -J271-8)
Engine control unit -J623-
3 5 Onboard supply control unit -J519-
4 5

15 10)

ABS control unit -J104-
Voltage stabiliser 2 -J570-
All-wheel drive control unit -J492-23)
5 Vacant
6 5 Light/rain sensor -G397-
Aerial amplifier for mobile telephone -R86-
Telephone bracket -R126-
Front roof module -WX3-
7 15 8)
20 9)
Fuel pump control unit -J538-8)
Fuel pump relay -J17-9)
8 10 8) Auxiliary coolant pump relay -J496-, up to October 2014
9 5 Steering column electronics control unit -J527-
10 5 Light switch -E1-
11 10 Climatronic control unit -J255-
Air conditioning system control unit -J301-
Front passenger door
control unit -J387- (up to April 2012)
Rear right door control unit -J389- (up to April 2012) 16-pin connector -T16-, diagnosis connection
12 10 Driver door control unit -J386- (up to April 2012)
Rear left door control unit -J388- (up to April 2012)
13 10 Onboard supply control unit -J519-
14 20 Relay for power sockets -J807-, for models without trailer socket only
15 30 Onboard supply control unit -J519-
16 20 Wiper motor switch-over relay 1 -J368-, up to October 2014
Engine component current supply relay -J757-10)11)
Ignition coil 1 with output stage -N70-10)11)
Ignition coil 2 with output stage -N127-10)11)
Ignition coil 3 with output stage -N291-10)11)
Ignition coil 4 with output stage -N292-23)24)
Red
1 5 6)7)
20 2)3)4)
Automatic glow period control unit -J179-
Vacuum pump for brakes -V192-
2 10

5 13)

Brake light switch -F- (up to October 2011)
brake pedal switch -F63- (up to October 2011)
auxiliary coolant pump relay -J496-
Lambda probe heater -Z19- (up to October 2011)
Lambda probe 1 heater after catalytic converter -Z29-, (up to October 2011)
Supply Fuse 9 on fuse holder F -SF9-, (from November 2011, up to October 2014)
Supply Fuse 10 on fuse holder F -SF10- (from November 2011, up to October 2014)
ABS control unit -J104-, from November 2011
3 5 5)6)7)
7.5 1)
15 1)2)4)
Air mass meter -G70-, up to October 2014
Fuel pump relay -J17-, up to October 2014
Low heat output relay -J359-, up to October 2014
High heat output relay -J360-, up to October 2014
Engine component current supply relay -J757-, up to October 2014
Fuel pressure regulating valve -N276-, up to October 2014
Coolant circulation pump -V50-, up to October 2014
4 15 1)2)4)3)
25 5)
30 6)7)
Engine control unit -J623-
Clutch position sender -G476-, up to October 2011
Brake light switch -F-, up to October 2011
5 20 5)
15 6)7)
20 1)2)4)
30 3)
Ignition coil 1 with output stage -N70-, up to October 2014
Ignition coil 2 with output stage -N127-, up to October 2014
Ignition transformer -N152-, up to October 2014
Fuel pressure regulating valve -N276-, up to October 2014
Fuel metering valve -N290-, up to October 2014
Ignition coil 3 with output stage -N291-, up to October 2014
Ignition coil 4 with output stage -N292-, up to October 2014
6 10
20 3)
Radiator fan control unit -J293-, up to October 2014
Heater element relay -J925-, up to October 2014
Charge pressure control solenoid valve -N75-, up to October 2014
Activated charcoal filter solenoid valve 1 -N80-, up to October 2014
Exhaust camshaft control valve 1 -N205-, up to October 2014
Recirculation valve for turbocharger -N249-, up to October 2014
Intake manifold flap valve -N316-, up to October 2014
Exhaust camshaft control valve 1 -N318-, up to October 2014
Switchover valve for exhaust recirculation cooler -N345-, up to October 2014
Oil pressure regulation valve -N428-, up to October 2014
Intake cam adjuster for cylinder 2 -N583-, up to October 2014
Exhaust cam adjuster for cylinder 2 -N587-, up to October 2014
Intake cam adjuster for cylinder 3 -N591-, up to October 2014
Exhaust cam adjuster for cylinder 3 -N595-, up to
October 2014
Pump for exhaust recirculation cooler -V400-
7 5 CD changer -R41-
8 5 Internet access control unit -J666-
Chip card reader control unit -J676-
Radio -R-
TV tuner -R78-
9 5 Control unit in dash panel insert -J285-
10 5 Relay for automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror -J910-
Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror -Y7-
11 7.5 11)
15 12)
Radio -R-
Control unit for information electronics 1 -J794-
12 5 Display unit for front information display and operating unit control unit -J685-

1) for models with 1.2 l petrol engine only
2) for models with 1.4 l petrol engine (90 kW) only
3) for models with 1.4 l petrol engine (103 kW) only
4) for models with 1.4 l petrol engine (136 kW) only
5) for models with 2.0 l petrol engine only
6) for models with 1.6 l diesel engine only
7) for models with 2.0 l diesel engine only
8) for models with petrol engine only
9) for models with diesel engine only
10) for models with 2.0 l petrol engine, from January 2014
11) for models with MMI only
12) for models without MMI only
13) from November 2011

2- Fuse box in the Dashboard Passenger’s side

To access the fuse box located on the passaenger’s side of the dashboard, open the door and remove the side dash cover, pushing it.

Audi A1 8X Fuse Box Diagram – Dashboard Passenger’s side

Description

No. A Function/component
Black
1 7.5 ESL control unit -J764-
2 20 Trailer detector control unit -J345-
3 20 Trailer detector control unit -J345-
4 30
7.5
Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743-, up to October 2014
Electronically controlled damping control unit -J250-, from January 2014
5 30 Headlight washer system relay -J39-
Headlight washer system pump -V11-
6 5 Interface control unit for vehicle location system -J843-
7 7.5 Entry and start authorisation control unit -J518-
8 15 Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743-, up to October 2014
9 20 Sliding sunroof motor -V1-
10 7.5 Selector lever sensors control unit -J587-
11 15 14) Engine component current supply relay -J757-, up to October 2014
Fuel pressure regulating valve -N276- , up to October 2014
12 Vacant
Brown
1 5 Reversing light switch -F4-
Selector lever sensors control unit -J587-
Mechatronic unit for dual clutch gearbox -J743-
2 10 High-pressure sender -G65-
Oil
level and oil temperature sender -G266-
Air conditioning system control unit -J301-
Relay for power sockets -J807-
Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror -Y7-
16-pin connector -T16-, diagnosis connection
3 5 Data bus diagnostic interface -J533-
4 5 Heater control unit -J65-
Control unit for structure-borne sound -J869-
5 7.5 Light switch -E1-
Starter relay 1 -J906-
Voltage stabiliser -J532-
Starter relay 2 -J907-
Relay for automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror -J910-
Front left headlight -MX1-
Front right headlight -MX2-
6 5 Light switch -E1-
7 5 ABS control unit -J104-, up to October 2014
Voltage stabiliser 2 -J570-, up to October 2014
Electronically controlled damping control unit -J250-, from January 2014
8 5 Heated driver seat regulator -E94-
Heated front passenger seat regulator -E95-
Hazard warning lights button -E229-
Heated rear window button -E230-
TCS and ESP button -E256-
Parking aid button -E266-
Tyre pressure monitor display button -E492-
Start/Stop operation button -E693-
Trailer detector control unit -J345-
Left washer jet heater element -Z20-
Right washer jet heater element -Z21-
9 5 Power steering control unit -J500-
10 5 15)
7.5 16)
Air mass meter -G70-
Fuel pump control unit -J538-
Crankcase breather heater element -N79-
11 5 Airbag control unit -J234-
Front passenger airbag deactivated warning lamp -K145-
12 5 Parking aid control unit -J446-
13 5 Control unit for headlight range control -J431-
14 30 Seat heating control unit -J882-
15 15 Rear window wiper motor -V12-
16 5 Engine control unit -J623-
Air mass meter -G70-
Red
1 Vacant
2  – Vacant
3 10 All-wheel drive control unit -J492- , gradual phase-out
4 Vacant
5 Vacant
6 Vacant
7 Vacant
8 Vacant
9 Vacant
10 5
10
Special vehicle control unit -J608-
11 Vacant
12 Vacant

14) for models with 2.0 l petrol engine only
15) for models with petrol engine only
16) for models with diesel engine only

The instructions in this tutorial will work in the following model years:

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 – Audi A1 8X Petrol (1.2 TFSI, 1.4TFSI, 2.0 TFSI and 2.0 Quattro) and Diesel (1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI) Engines, S1.

The new top model of the Q family: Audi Q8 now available to order

August 15, 2018 in Audi Press Releases

The Audi Q8 combines the best of two worlds – the elegance of a four-door luxury coupe and the convenient versatility of a large SUV. The generously dimensioned interior with variable luggage compartment, state-of-the-art operating and suspension technologies as well as intelligent assistance systems make the Audi Q8 a convincing companion for business and leisure. With the permanent quattro all-wheel drive and a ground clearance of up to 254 millimeters (10.0 in), the SUV coupe can continue when paved roads end. The Audi Q8, which is manufactured at the Bratislava plant, can be ordered in Europe now and will be available at dealers in August. Prices in Germany start at 76,300 euros.

  • Luxuriously equipped SUV coupe for business and pleasure
  • Powerful 3.0 TDI quattro with 210 kW (286 hp) and mild hybrid system
  • Prices in Germany start at 76,300 euros; market launch in August

Versatile, sporty, elegant: the dimensional and space concept
4,986 millimeters (16.4 ft) long, 1,995 millimeters (6,5 ft) wide and 1,705 (5,6 ft) millimeters high – these dimensions describe the new Audi Q8, which exudes sportiness and prestige like no other SUV from the brand with the four rings. With its coupe-style roof line it appears much lower than its Q7 sister model. It is 66 millimeters (2.6 in) shorter, but has become 27 millimeters (1.1 in) wider. The distinctive front end, the short rear overhang, the large ground clearance of up to 254 millimeters (10.0 in) and the mighty wheels with a diameter of 795 millimeters (31.3 in) paint a picture of powerful dynamics.

With a wheelbase of almost three meters (9.8 ft), the Audi Q8 offers ample space for five people. The interior space exceeds that of the direct competitors in almost all relevant dimensions. The front seats are available in four designs. At the top of the range are the S sport seats and the customized contour seats – the latter with ventilation as standard. A massage function is available for both variants on request. A three-seat system in the rear is standard with optional longitudinally adjusting.

With its large luggage compartment and generously sized storage compartments and tray areas, the Q8 is ideal for longer journeys. The luggage compartment of the SUV holds 605 liters (21.4 cu ft) as a standard, which increases to 1,755 liters (62 cu ft) with the rear backrests folded down. Two golf bags can easily fit in crosswise. The tailgate can be opened and closed electrically as standard, with a foot gesture option available on request. The electric luggage compartment cover is another convenience option. Guided on rails, it automatically retracts when the tailgate is opened and is extended again upon closing.

A new face for the Q family: the exterior design
The Audi Q8 is a representative of the progressive design language that Audi first brought onto the road with the new A8. Strong contours and athletically tight surfaces convey a feeling of power, sophistication and the special dynamics of the permanent all-wheel drive. The Q8 interprets this in its very own way, as the fusion of an elegant four-door luxury coupe with a large SUV, and with echoes of an Audi icon – the original quattro.

With the imposing Singleframe in octagonal design, the Audi Q8 is the new face of the Q family. Six vertical chrome fins make the radiator grille appear upright and solid. A wide, optionally colored mask connects the Singleframe to the distinctive headlights. The spoiler, which is pulled towards the front, and the large, strongly contoured air intakes additionally highlight the aggressive look.

Thanks to the frameless doors, the coupe-type roof line stretches low across the vehicle body visually, ending in the a long roof spoiler. The roof line arches slightly towards the flat sloping, strong D-pillars, which are supported by wide, muscular contours – the quattro blisters, reminiscent of the original Audi quattro. The shoulder line stretches the SUV, elegantly connecting the powerful wheel housings.

Sporty compact proportions, paired with a very low roof and a flat window form the rear end. A narrow, black high-gloss element with an integrated light strip extends between the rear lights. This is a feature of top Audi models, accentuating the width of the Q8. It creates an independent light signature day or night, just like on the original quattro back in the day. The distinctive diffuser has four vertical fins and an integrated tailpipe trim on each side.

Digital character: lighting technology and design
For the headlights, Q8 customers can choose between two versions, both in LED technology. From afar, the two-part lights appear very flat. Their top part integrates the daytime running light and the low beam, among other functions. The high beam is positioned underneath, darkened and offset to the back. In the optional HD matrix LED headlights, each consists of 24 individual LEDs.

The daytime running light signature with digital character comes in a strongly three-dimensional design for the first time. It consists of seven short segments and two longer ones at the edge of the headlight. The latter shift the visual focus to the outside, highlighting the width of the Audi Q8. The taillight uses a similarly three-dimensional design with its twelve segments – connected by the distinctive light strip which simulates depth.

In connection with the HD matrix LED technology, headlights and taillights do not only feature the dynamic turn signal, but are also set in scene impressively during locking and unlocking. Their harmonious interplay gives the SUV a dynamic character. Q8 owners can use the myAudi app on their smartphone to activate various lighting functions and experience them from the outside – a unique feature in the competitive field.

Simplicity is the new premium: the interior design
The upper MMI touch response display is the central element of the interior of the Audi Q8. With its black-panel look, it almost dissolves into a large, black surface when switched off. Simple, easy-to-understand symbols stand for the digital precision from Audi and for the high level of integration of the architecture and operation – simplicity replaces complexity. All fundamental lines originate from the large display, for example the continuous air vent strip with integrated chrome fins and an elegant aluminum-look strip.

The slender dashboard and the calm lines with a strong horizontal focus highlight the impression of width conveyed by the interior of the Audi Q8. The styling in the interior is deliberately clean and simple. All elements have a logical connection and harmonize with one another: from the “wrap around” – the large arch running from the front doors across the instrument panel – to the operating unit for the light, which is optionally available in black-panel look and with a touch surface. All this combined gives the interior a feeling of calm.

Designed as an independent geometric body, the console of the center tunnel with its generous
area visualizes the robust character of the SUV. In the dark, the contour light traces the distinctive design lines of the interior and provides backlight for the three-dimensionally lasered quattro badge above the glove compartment – an example for the love of detail at Audi.

A stylish setting: colors and materials
The paint range for the Audi Q8 offers twelve colors which underline the sporty design, including the latest colors dragon orange and galaxy blue. The attachments have a grained anthracite finish as standard. In the two optional exterior packages, they are painted in body color or in scandium gray. In the S line exterior package, matt grays further increase the effect of the Singleframe, the blade, the sill trim and the diffuser insert.

For the interior of the Audi Q8, customers can choose from several colors and configurations. Leather seats in three versions, including the highest quality level Valcona, are available for the entry-level model alone. In the two design selections, the upper part of the dashboard is covered in leather. On request, the S line sport package has S sport seats with integrated head restraints, rhombus pattern and S logo. All configurations include inlays in open-pore wood or aluminum. Audi exclusively offers four leather packages and numerous additional options for individualists.

High aluminum content and sophisticated aeroacoustics: the body
With its high level of stiffness, the body of the Audi Q8 provides the foundation for top workmanship, is excellent for background noise and has sporty, precise handling. Designed with the Audi Space Frame concept, it contains numerous lightweight aluminum and hot-formed steel components. The latter form the ultra-high strength backbone of the passenger compartment – their content in the body-in-white is 14.4 percent. Cast aluminum parts make up 15 percent, as for example the suspension strut towers in the engine compartment and the connecting parts between sills and longitudinal members. The side panel as well as large areas of the floor, the rear wheel housings and the roof consist of aluminum plates, just like the frameless doors, the front fenders and the tailgate. They make up 23.7 percent of the body-in-white. With a 3.0 TDI under the hood, the curb weight of the Audi Q8 is 2,145 kilograms (4,728.9 lb) – including the complex MHEV technology with lithium-ion battery. The frontal area of 2.84 m2 (30.6 sq ft) and a cd value of 0.34 ensure relatively low drag.

The interior exudes a feeling of calm, thanks to the complex sound insulation and the sophisticated aerodynamics. A double-layer windshield is standard. On request, Audi can also supply the side windows with acoustic glass as well as a heated windshield.

Sporty off-road vehicle: quattro drive and air suspension
Audi is quattro and quattro is Audi – of course this applies in particular to the Q8, the top SUV of the brand. The purely mechanical center differential transfers the forces to the front axle and rear axle at a ratio of 40:60 as standard. When required, it transfers the majority to the axle with the better traction.

The suspension makes a crucial contribution to the sporty handling, even in the basic version. The five-link front and rear suspensions are made largely of aluminum. The transmission ratio of the standard progressive steering becomes increasingly direct as the steering angle increases. In the production version, the Q8 has 19 inch wheels with a diameter 20 millimeters (0.8 in) larger than on the Q7. Wheels with size 285/40 R22 are available at the top end of the options range. Six-piston brakes with fixed aluminum calipers are fitted to the front axle.

For the setup, buyers of the SUV Coupé can choose from three versions. The suspension with damper control is standard. The adaptive air suspension with controlled damping is an optional feature, with comfort or sport setup. It can be adjusted to four modes with the Audi drive select dynamic handling system, varying the ride height of the body by up to 90 millimeters (3.5 in). High ride comfort and agile handling – the adaptive air suspension brings both together.

Another dynamic option in the Audi Q8 is the all-wheel steering which can turn the rear wheels by up to 5 degrees. At slow speed, they steer in the opposite direction to the front wheels, reducing the turning circle of the SUV by a good meter (3.3 ft) and further increasing its agility. At high speed, they steer in the same direction as the front axle, supporting stability during lane changes.

The management for the adjustable suspension systems is integrated into the control unit for the electronic chassis platform. The systems are closely interlinked and work in a highly coordinated manner with maximum precision. Audi drive select allows seven different driving profiles to be selected, including the off-road program. Off-road, the Audi Q8 benefits from the quattro drive, the short overhangs and the large ground clearance – a maximum of 254 millimeters (10.0 in) with the adaptive air suspension and 220 millimeters (8.7 in) with the standard suspension. The electronic chassis platform captures the tilt angle of the car and displays this information for the driver on the MMI. On steep slopes over 6 percent, the hill descent control provides support with automatic braking input. The system keeps the speed set by the driver at a constant level up to a maximum of 30 km/h (18.6 mph), allowing the driver to fully focus on the terrain.

Efficient engine: the 3.0 TDI with MHEV technology
The drive system in the Audi Q8 is strong and highly efficient at the same time, thanks to the new mild hybrid technology (MHEV). It integrates a lithium-ion battery and a belt alternator starter (BAS) into a 48-volt primary electrical system. The rechargeable battery is located underneath the luggage compartment floor and stores 10 Ah of electrical capacity. The dynamic SUV can coast between 55 and 160 km/h (34.2 and 99.4 mph) with the engine switched off, then the BAS restarts the engine quickly and very comfortably. During deceleration, the BAS can recover up to 12 kW of energy. The start-stop range starts as low as 22 km/h (13.7 mph). In customer operation, the technology package reduces fuel consumption by up to 0.7 liters per 100 kilometers (336.0 US mpg).

In European markets, the Audi Q8 starts with the 3.0 TDI, the Q8 50 TDI (combined fuel consumption in l/100 km: 6.8 – 6.6 [34.6 – 35.6 US mpg]*; combined CO2 emissions in g/km: 179 – 172 [288.1 – 276.8 g/mi]*). It generates 210 kW (286 hp) and delivers 600 Nm (442.5 lb-ft) of torque to the crankshaft. It accelerates the large SUV from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 6.3 seconds on its way to a top speed of 245 km/h (152.2 mph). The 50 TDI offers sophisticated solutions for many technologies. The crankcase and the cylinder heads have separate coolant circuits so the ideal temperature level can be set for any driving situation. Cast-in channels cool the pistons with oil. Their rings and the wrist pins are designed for minimum friction, while the oil pump is fully variable.

Switchable hydraulic bearings connect the engine to the subframe of the front axle. In idling, they eliminate vibrations with soft characteristic curves while during driving they suppress vibrations from the power unit with higher damping – allowing the powerful TDI to always provide a highly refined ride.

The transmission of forces is provided by an eight-stage tiptronic with fast and soft gear changes. A torsional vibration damper, which acts based on engine speed, mostly compensates the engine vibrations to allow efficient driving even at very low revs. Special ventilation allows off-road use. With its electric oil pump, the tiptronic can engage the gear required for restarting while coasting with the engine switched off.

Clear and distinct: controls and displays
The operating concept in the Audi Q8 needs almost no buttons or knobs. It focuses on two high-resolution touch displays. This allows the brand to demonstrate how it transfers its uncompromising quality claim to the digital world. The upper display with 10.1 inch screen diagonal is used for controlling the infotainment and the navigation system. The lower 8.6 inch display allows the driver to manage the heating, ventilation and air conditioning as well as comfort functions and text input. The driver’s wrist can rest comfortably on the tiptronic selector lever during operation. The MMI touch response concept allows fast and reliable operation. A confirmation click can be felt and heard when a function is selected with a finger tap. The menu structure is intuitively logical and flat like on a smartphone, including freely configurable favorites and start screens.

In addition to all this, the natural language voice control turns the Audi Q8 into an intelligent dialog partner. The system processes all questions and commands in two ways – with information stored onboard and with detailed knowledge from the cloud. Drivers can word their commands freely. The voice control can, for example, understand the sentence “I am hungry” and accordingly offer suggestions for restaurants close by.

MMI navigation plus also includes the Audi virtual cockpit. Its high-resolution 12.3 inch display can be switched between two views – classic and navigation – with the multifunction steering wheel. After market launch, the Audi virtual cockpit plus option will offer a third interface with a particularly sporty look. The head-up display, another optional feature, projects important information onto the windshield, including detailed lane guidance for navigation.

Clever networking: infotainment and Audi connect
As standard, the Audi Q8 is equipped with MMI navigation plus, which uses the new LTE Advanced standard for data transfer. The navigation system offers intelligent destination suggestions based on previous journeys. It also draws on the system’s experience of driving times and traffic loads. The route is calculated online on the servers of the map and navigation provider HERE, using real-time data for the overall traffic situation.

The online services from Audi connect add predictive features to the navigation process. This lets the two Car-to-X services for traffic sign information and hazard information benefit from the swarm intelligence of the Audi fleet. Over the course of the year, the on-street parking service will be added, which makes it easier to find a parking space thanks to reported parking operations of the vehicle swarm and detected free spaces.

The optional Audi connect key provides digital access to the Q8. It allows the owner and four additional drivers to lock and unlock the car and start the engine using their Android smartphone. The standard personalization allows the owner to store up to 400 preferred parameters in individual user profiles, for example the position of the driver seat, the air conditioning setting or frequently used media and navigation destinations. In addition to locking and unlocking the Audi Q8, many connect functions can be controlled with a smartphone. Drivers can use the myAudi app to, for example, transfer special destinations to the navigation system, stream music or transfer the smartphone calendar to the MMI. When it comes to operation and to sound and connection quality, the telephone system in the Audi Q8 is of the highest standard, thanks to the Audi phone box and voice-over LTE. The same applies to the sound systems from Bang & Olufsen. The top version with 23 speakers delivers the 3D sound with its treble information to the front seats as well as to the rear. The music unfolds exactly how it was recorded at the concert hall – an extraordinary listening experience.

Safety and comfort: the driver assistance systems
Whether parking, in the city or on long journeys – the Audi Q8 makes life easier for its driver in many situations. Audi bundles the assistance systems into a total of four packages. The highlight in the Tour assist package is adaptive cruise assist, which comfortably provides longitudinal and lateral control in all speed ranges. It supports the driver with accelerating, braking, maintaining speed, keeping distance and in traffic jam situations. The system detects lane markings, roadside structures, vehicles in adjacent lanes and vehicles driving ahead. An advantage in tight traffic: the Audi Q8 automatically adapts its speed to the traffic situation, taking into account the speed limit. The efficiency assist is another component of the Tour package. It automatically adjusts to the current speed limit, reduces the speed before corners, during turning and on roundabouts. In addition to the predictive information in the Audi virtual cockpit, the active accelerator pedal also provides haptic feedback. Both together support economical driving. This results from the use of the MHEV recuperation and the intelligent selection of coasting or thrust, depending on the events ahead. Emergency assist is a safety-relevant system in the package. It detects within system limits whether the driver is inactive and accordingly provides a visual, acoustic and haptic warning. If this does not prompt a reaction, the system takes control of the Audi Q8 and automatically stops it in its own lane. This also activates the safety measures of Audi pre sense and triggers an automatic emergency call, depending on the country.

Five systems provide safety in city traffic. Crossing assist detects critical traffic crossing in front of the car, Audi pre sense 360° warns against vehicles approaching from the side, and rear cross traffic assist registers approaching vehicles during slow reversing, for example when coming out of a perpendicular parking space. Exit warning and lane change warning complete the package.

The systems in the Park plus assist package, which will be added to the range later on, support the driver during maneuvering. Maneuvering assist counteracts imminent collisions with small steering impulses and independent braking to a standstill, for example when detecting pillars in a multi-story car park. Curb warning protects against damaging the rims during parking. Several images from the surround cameras allow precise maneuvering down to a centimeter and provide a view of crossing traffic and a detailed view of the wheels. The 3D view with freely selectable perspective is the highlight. The package also includes the (remote) parking pilot, which independently steers the SUV into and out of a parking space while monitored by the driver. The driver can get out of the car beforehand and trigger the process using the myAudi app on their smartphone. The remote garage pilot offers a similar level of convenience. Thanks to the laser scanner, it can move very close to walls and other obstacles such as bicycles in a garage. It forms part of the plus assist package, which combines all three packages.

If the Q8 is used for towing, trailer assist provides support by automatically steering the duo when reversing. The driver conveniently sets the direction on the MMI touch display. The camera image shows the current and the desired reversing angle. Audi also supplies park assist separately. This steers the Q8 independently into parallel parking and bay parking spaces – forwards or backwards. The driver only has to accelerate, select the gear and brake. Night vision assist improves situations with difficult visibility during darkness by highlighting detected persons and larger animals in yellow in the Audi virtual cockpit.

A high-tech component from Audi is behind all these features: the central driver assistance controller – standard for the Q8 – permanently calculates a differentiated image of the environment. The required data is obtained – depending on the selected options – from up to five radar sensors, five cameras, twelve ultrasound sensors and the laser scanner. It uses these to calculate the signals for the actuating elements to provide best possible driver assistance.

via Audi MediaServices – The new top model of the Q family: Audi Q8 now available to order.