Audi Q3: A/C System, General Information
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The purpose of this repair manual is to provide service
advisors and technicians with the basic knowledge needed to
ensure professional and competent procedures.
Note
Only the careful s
Physical Principles
The four known states of water also apply to air
conditioning system refrigerants.
1 - Gaseous (invisible)
2 - Vapor
3 - Liquid
4 - S
General Information
Caution
When handling refrigerant oil, pay attention to
local regulations.
Refrigerant oil mixes with the refrigerant (about 20-40%,
depending on compressor type a
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Breaking in
A new vehicle must be broken in within the first
1,000 miles (1,500 km) so that all moving parts
work smoothly together, which helps to increase
the service life of the engine and other drive components.
Do not drive higher than two-thirds of the maximum
permitted engine RPM during the
Driving uphill and downhill
When driving uphill, downhill, or at high altitudes,
note the following information:
Drive slowly and carefully.
Do not try to turn around if you cannot safely
drive on an incline or hill. Instead, drive in reverse.
When driving down hills, you can activate the
hill