Audi Q3: Brake fluid
Fig. 151 Engine compartment: cap on brake fluid reservoir
Observe the safety precautions.
Checking the brake fluid level
- Park the vehicle on a level surface.
- Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid
reservoir fig. 146. The brake
fluid
level must be between the MIN and MAX markings.
The brake fluid level is monitored automatically.
Messages
The following messages may appear depending
on the vehicle equipment:
Brakes: stop vehicle and
check brake
fluid level
Stop the vehicle and check the brake fluid level.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
Changing the brake fluid
Brake fluid should be changed at regular intervals.
Have the brake fluid changed by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service
Facility. The authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility will inform you of the replacement
intervals.
WARNING
Note
- If the brake fluid level is above the MAX
marking, brake fluid may leak out over the
edge of the reservoir and result in damage
to the vehicle.
- Do not allow any brake fluid to come into
contact with the vehicle paint, because it
will corrode the paint.
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The following messages may appear depending
on the vehicle equipment:
If the or
indicator light turns on, there is
a
malfunction in the generator, the battery, or the
vehicle electrical system.
El
Battery general information
Because of the complex power supply, all work
on batteries such as disconnecting, replacing,
etc., should only be performed by an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Explanation of warning symbols:
Observe all warnings - there is
a risk for injury!
Always follow the instructions
in the operating manual.
Electrolyte fluid is highly
corrosive. Always wear prot
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Trailer brakes
If the trailer has its own brake system, then follow
the manufacturer specifications. However,
the brake system on the trailer must never be
connected to the vehicle brake system.
Safety chains
Make sure the safety chains are correctly applied
when pulling a trailer. The chains should
Key set
Fig. 24 Your vehicle key set
Fig. 25 Vehicle key: PANIC button
The key set includes two vehicle keys when delivered
from the factory.
Vehicle key
You can unlock and lock your vehicle with the vehicle
key. To fold the key out, press the release
button
fig. 24.
If necessary, you can use