Audi Q3: Suspension
Adaptive dampers
Applies to: vehicles with suspension control
The adaptive dampers are an electronically-controlled damping system. The firmness of the suspension will adapt to the driving conditions and the driving situation. The settings depend on the selected Audi drive select mode.
Ground clearance
The vehicle height and clearance can be influenced by the following factors:
- Change in temperature
- Change in load
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure no one gets pinched when the vehicle level is changing, for example when cleaning the underbody or the wheel housings.
Note
Always make sure there is enough clearance above and below the vehicle. This is especially important for entrances with height restrictions, for example, before driving into underground garages. You could also scrape the ground when driving over the edges of curbs or on steep ramps, which could damage your vehicle.
Messages
The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment:
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Suspension: malfunction! You
can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
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Steering
Description
Electromechanical steering supports the driver's
steering movements by electronically adapting
the power steering depending on the vehicle
speed. The settings depend on the selected Audi
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All wheel drive (quattro)
Description
Applies to: vehicles with all wheel drive
The all-wheel drive system distributes the driving
power variably to the front and rear axle to improve
the driving characteristics. It works tog
Electronic Stabilization Control
Description
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical situations,
such as if the vehicle is ov
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Attachments, Removing and Installing
Bumper Cover Side Mount, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to
→ Chapter "Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the bolts -arrows-.
- Remove the bumper cover mount -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note t
Release Cable, Removing and Installing
Release Cable Coupling
- Remove clips -1- and lift the release
cables -8- and -9-
on both sides toward the hood latches.
- To remove the coupling -2-, release the
retainers -arrows- on the front of the lock
carrier -3- and push them to the rear out
of the bracket.
- Eng
