SSP 632 Audi Q7 Type 4M

Self Study Programme 632
For internal use only
Audi Q7 (type 4M)

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The great quattro

With a special emphasis on the values of "Presence", "Precision" Lightweight construction has been applied in all areas, from the
and "Performance", the second generation Audi Q7 is the top-of- electrical system to the luggage compartment floor. The key is the
the-range model in the Audi SUV lineup. body structure, a new multimaterial design involing the use alumi-
num castings, extruded sections and panels in the front and rear
Both technically and in terms of its design, it embodies the spirit ends as well as the superstructure.
of the Audi quattro. The design of the new Audi Q7 is masculine
and resolute. Horizontal lines extend above the wheels. These The new Audi Q7 welcomes its passengers with an atmosphere of
blisters are a subtle homage to the classic quattro models by Audi. cultivated elegance and spaciousness. The instrument panel is
visually separated from the centre console, accentuating the
In a growing segment, the Audi Q7 cuts a confident figure with its sportiness and lightness of the interior.
impressive exterior, superior build quality and its sporty and
efficient engine technology. The new Audi Q7 is coming to the European market with two
powerful and highly-cultivated V6 engines: a TDI and a TFSI.
The new Audi Q7 is an imposing car. Although it is shorter and Thanks to intensive refinements, their CO2 emissions have been
narrower than its predecessor, the cabin is longer and offers more reduced by as much as 50 grams per kilometre. Both engines
headroom. 20 years of experience in lightweight design have gone comply with the Euro 6 emissions standard.
into the development of the new Audi Q7. Smooth, fast, lightweight and efficient. In the new Audi Q7, a
newly developed eight-speed tiptronic transfers the engine's
power to the quattro permanent all- wheel drive system.
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Learning objectives of this self study programme:
This self study programme describes the design and functioning of • New features of the occupant protection system
the Audi Q7 (type 4M). If you have read through this self study • Engine/gearbox combinations
programme and the self study programmes listed on page 79, will • New features of the chassis
you be able to answer questions on the following topics: • Modifications to the electronics and the driver assistance systems
• New features of the electrical system and networking
• New features of the multimaterial body structure • New features of the air conditioning system
• Modifications to and new features of the infotainment system
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Contents
Introduction
Presentation __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4
In brief ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Body
Introduction __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8
Joining technology __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Attachments _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12
Seat systems ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17
Occupant safety
Overview _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 20
Engines
Petrol Engine ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 22
Diesel engine ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24
Combined design cover with integrated air filter ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28
Engine/gearbox combinations _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 29
Power transmission
Overview _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30
8-speed automatic gearbox 0D5 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
Twin-damper converter with integrated pendulum-type absorber ____________________________________________________________________________________ 34
Mechatronics module _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 35
ATF and gear oil systems ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 36
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Selector mechanism ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 40

Gearbox functions ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 50
Service ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 53
Chassis
Overall concept ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 54
Axles and wheel alignment ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 55
Chassis with air suspension and electronic damper control ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 56
All-wheel steering ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 57
Brake system ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 58
Steering system _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 59
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 60
Wheels and tyres ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 61
Electrical system
Installation locations of control units ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 62
Topology _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 64
Infotainment
Overview of versions ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 66
Air conditioning
Introduction _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 68
Heater and air conditioner _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 71
Ionisers _ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 73
Auxiliary heater _ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 75
Windscreen defroster _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 76
Service
Inspection and maintenance _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 77
Self study programmes _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 79
The self study programme teaches a basic understanding of the design and mode of operation of new models, Note
new automotive components or new technologies.
It is not a repair manual! Figures are given for explanatory purposes only and refer to the data valid at the
time of preparation of the SSP. This content is not updated.
For further information on maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature. Reference
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Introduction
Presentation
The new Audi Q7 is a statement of our competence. Its reduced Although the exterior dimensions are smaller than before, it offers
weight and low centre of mass make it extremely agile. With a kerb substantially more interior room for passengers and luggage. Its
weight of only 1,995 kilogrammes (as the 3.0l TDI), it weighs innovative assistance and infotainment systems take the SUV to
325 kilogrammes less than its predecessor. the front of the pack.
Engines Assistance systems

6-cylinder V engines with turbocharger The following systems are optionally available:
and start-stop system: • Cross-traffic assist
• 3.0l TFSI (245 kW) • Trailer assist
• 3.0l TDI (200 kW) • ACC stop & go including traffic jam assistant
Other engine versions will become avail- • Audi active lane assist
able at a later date. • Audi pre sense basic, front, rear and city
• Exit warning
• Predictive efficiency assist
• Night vision assist
• Evasion assist
• Turning assist
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Headlights Air conditioning

Depending on trim level, the Q7 comes with either xenon, LED or Matrix LED A newly developed, two-zone deluxe air conditioning system is stand-
headlights. The daytime running lights of the LED headlights are shaped like ard. Its new operating concept uses fewer buttons and controls. Audi
a double arrow. The taillights of the top model include dynamic turn signals. also offers the option of a four-zone system, the temperature displays
of which are integrated into the rotary dials.
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Body Power transmission

Ultra-high-strength parts made of hot-shaped steel form the backbone of A newly developed eight-speed tiptronic transfers the engine's power to the
the occupant cell. Aluminum castings, extruded sections and panels are quattro fulltime all-wheel drive system Besides automatic mode, the driver
used in the front and rear ends as well as the superstructure. Other parts can also choose to control the tiptronic using the standard paddles on the
made entirely of aluminum are the doors, the front wings, the bonnet and steering wheel or using a selector lever. In both cases, the commands are
the rear hatch. A two-piece panoramic glass sunroof is optional. transmitted entirely electrically (by wire).
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Displays and operation Chassis

Displays appear on the central MMI monitor, which rises up from the instru- The standard Audi drive select driving dynamics system works
ment panel when the system is started. The focal point of the operating together with the adaptive air suspension to offer 7 modes.
system is the MMI all-in-touch control unit with a full touch surface. The The all-wheel steering system with electric spindle drive adjusts
main functions can be accessed using the rotary pushbutton and two rocker the rear wheels inward by as much as 5 degrees depending on the
switches. Depending on trim level, the Audi Q7 features a fully digital instru- situation. This increases vehicle agility and reduces the turning
ment cluster - the Audi virtual cockpit. radius by up to one metre.
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In brief
Dimensions
1219
1741
1679 1691
1968 2212
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101
107
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15712)
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1179
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Exterior dimensions and weights Inner dimensions and other specifications
Length in mm 5052 Front cabin width in mm 15713)
Width (not including exterior 1968 Front headroom in mm 10714)

mirrors) in mm
Front shoulder width in mm 15125)
Width (including exterior 2212
mirrors) in mm Rear headroom6) in mm 1016/917
Height in mm 1741 Through-loading width in mm 1086
Front track width in mm 1679 Load sill height in mm 788
Rear track width in mm 1691 Luggage capacity of 5-seater in l 890/20757)
Wheelbase in mm 2994 Luggage capacity of 7-seater in l 7708)/19559)
Kerb weight in kg 19701) Capacity of fuel tank in l 75/8510)
Gross vehicle weight in kg 27401), 2)
Drag coefficient cw 0.32
1)
Applicable to 5-seater with 3.0l TFSI engine
2)
A factory fitted tow bar increases the maximum gross weight by 100 kg
3)
Elbow room width
4)
Maximum headroom
5)
Shoulder room width
6)
2nd seat row/3rd seat row
7)
With second row seat backs folded down (without optional equipment)
8)
With third row seat backs folded down
9)
With third row seat backs and second row seat backs folded down
10)
Optional
All dimensions are given in millimetres and refer to the unladen weight of the vehicle.
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Body
Introduction
The Audi Q7 (type 4M) is based on the second generation of The high quality of the selected materials offers not only reduces
MLBevo (Modular Longitudinal Platform Evolution). The lightweight, but also provides the basis for meeting the most stringent
weight body of multi-material construction represents, with its vehicle safety standards.
function and weight optimised design, a further example of a
highly advanced modern vehicle body. To meet the requriements of
an SUV, the components were deliberately selected according to
the principle of using the right material in the right place.
Aluminium components
Aluminum castings, extruded sections and panels are used in the

front and rear ends as well as the superstructure.
They account for 41 % of the body structure and are broken down
as follows:
• 23 % sheet aluminium
• 15 % die-cast aluminium
• 3 % aluminium profile
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The doors, which save 24 kg in weight, as well as the front wings,

the bonnet and rear hatch are made entirely of aluminium. The
multimaterial construction reduces the weight of the Q7 body by
71 kg compared with the previous model.
Key:
Sheet aluminium
Die-cast aluminium
Aluminium section
Ultra high strength steel (hot-formed)
Advanced high strength steel
High strength steel
Low strength steel
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Ultra-high-strength hot-formed components
The use of ultra high strength steel materials necessitates, in the Following miscellaneous tests and crash tests, approval was given
event of body repairs, special repair methods adapted to the for two sectional repair areas where MAG welding is allowable in
properties of the materials. the case of the Audi Q7:
The high heat transfor in the welded areas significantly weakens 1 Outer top left /right A post
the strength and structure of the component by altering the 2 Inside left/right B post
microstructure of the material. For this reason, the use of MAG
inert gas welding for sectional repair purposes is only permitted on The following ultra high strength hot-formed components have to
these high quality steels in isolated cases and in precisely defined be completely replaced if damaged:
areas. The relevant descriptions can be found in the workshop
literature. 3 Inside left/right sill
4 Cross-member of outside left/right bulkhead
5 End section of left/right cross member 2
6 Upper tunnel reinforcement
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3
6
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Joining technology
The key to optimising the body structure is using "the right materi-
als in the right place". The resulting challenge for the joining
technology was to develop, to the greatest extent possible, univer-
sal and reliable solutions for the large variance in material/thick-
ness combinations in the body.
The body is held together by the following types of join:
"Cold" joining methods "Hot" joining methods
• 2125 punch rivets (semi-hollow rivets) • 2579 spot welds

• 108 punch rivets (special semi-hollow rivets) • 105 friction elements
• 610 flow-drill screws • 2.3 m of TIG weld seams
• 58 clinching points • 2 m of MAG weld seams
• 146 m of adhesive • 9.2 m of laser-welded seams
• 4.5 m of seaming
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New joining techniques
Punch riveting
Punch riveting with semi-hollow rivets is a well-known method in

which non-prepunched workpieces are joined to form 2 or more
layers. The rivet punches through the upper components and then
expands into the basic component. The joining of ultra high
strength hot-formed components requires a new special semi
hollow rivet in the case of the Audi Q7.
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Friction element welding
Another new feature of the Q7 body is the use for the first time of
friction element welding. A friction element joints at least 2 work-
pieces together. In the case of the Q7, for example, friction ele-
ments are used to joint sheet aluminium with ultra high strength
hot-formed sheet steel. The rotating friction element initially
penetrates the upper layer of the workpiece (aluminium) and then
produces a frictional join with the basic material (ultra high
strength hot-shaped steel) through the application of frictional
heat and high axial pressure. The axial contact pressure is also
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together in order to homogenise the zones in which the micro-

structure is changed. Sheet aluminium Steel
Die-cast aluminium Ultra high strength steel
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(22MnB5)
Joining techniques in overview
Similar types of join Mixed design
Aluminium / aluminium Steel / steel Aluminium / steel Aluminium / steel

with Rm of up to 800 MPa with Rm of 800 MPa or higher
Punch riveting with semi hollow Resistance spot welding Punch riveting with semi hollow Punch riveting with special semi
rivets rivets hollow rivets
FDS screwing MAG welding FDS screwing Friction element welding
Clinching Clinching Seaming
Laser welding Seaming
TIG welding
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Attachments
Panoramic glass sunroof
The optional panoramic glass sunroof offers an unobstructed view This reduces the gross weight of the panoramic glass sunroof by
of the sky and makes the interior feel even brighter, more airy and about 10 kg whilst increasing the headroom in the rear cabin.
spacious. Reinforced roof elements at the guide rail and above the third row
of seats increase body stiffness to such effect that there is no
Unlike in the previous model, the panoramic sunroof on the new longer any difference in stiffness compared to an Audi Q7 without
Audi Audi Q7 is a two-piece design only. The front glass panel is a panoramic glass sunroof.
movable and can be tilted or slid back. The rear glass panel is fixed. A power operated roller blind for both glass panels provides
protection against sunlight if needed.
Glass panel 2 (fixed) Glass panel 1
Panoramic glass sunroof

mechanism
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Wind deflector
Roof cutout seal
Frame for Direction of travel

panoramic glass
sunroof
Front water outlet
Sliding sunroof
motor
V1
Sliding sunroof
adjustment
control unit
J245
Rear water outlet Sliding sunroof roller blind motor Roof roller blind Front water outlet
V260
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Note
With regard to cleaning the water drain hoses and cleaning and lubricating the sliding sunroof mechanism, the information
given in the current service literature must be observed.
To ensure the proper functioning of the panoramic glass sunroof after the motor has been removed and reinstalled or
replaced, a so-called teach cycle must be carried out (refer to "Diagnostic tester").
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Aerodynamics and aeroacoustics
The solid and elegant impression is accentuated by the high- Thanks to elaborate technical solutions, the Q7 has a cw value of
quality sound insulation which gives unrivalled protection from only 0.32 – an outstanding figure for this segment.
noise. To further improve aerodynamics and minimise wind noise,
the door mirrors, for example, have been moved from the front The underbody is almost completely clad and a small spoiler in the
cheater to the door shoulder. rear axle area provides added downforce.
Radiator louvre
The so-called efficiency model1), the 160 kW (218 hp) V6 TDI with The radiator louvre also controls air intake upstream of the radia-
emission class EU6 or ULEV125 for North America has a radiator tor in such a way as to improve the vehicle's cw value. This measure
louvre with plastic slats between the singleframe grille and the brings better fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions. In addition, a
upper section of the main radiator. These slats open or close as closed louvre is beneficial to thermal management of the engine.
required to provide better aerodynamic performance.
Radiator louvre closed

Radiator louvre control motor
V544
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Radiator louvre open
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To be introduced at a later date.
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Electric rear lid
The wrap-around rear hatch embracing the sharply inclined D-posts When the microswitch in the rear hatch lock indicates that the
- a typical design element of the Audi Q models - is made entirely striker is in the prelock position and the rear hatch control unit
of aluminum. Like in the current Avant models, an electric rear J605 indicates that the rear hatch is in the "closed" position, an
hatch drive is standard equipment. excentrically mounted cam wheel in the rear hatch power latching
system motor V382 pulls the catch in the rear hatch lock further
The power closing system is new. In the Audi Q7 this function is into the fully locked position by means of a Bowden cable – in
performed by the rear hatch lock, whereas in other Audi models much the same way as the power closing feature of the door locks.
the striker on the rear bumper mount is used. The end position of the cam wheel is monitored by the rear hatch
control unit J605, while the position of the catch is monitored by
the central comfort/convenience system control unit J393 via
microswitches.
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Rear hatch power latching system motor

V382
Bowden cable
Rear hatch lock with

central locking motor in rear hatch V53
(rotated for a better view)
Pawl
Catch
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Glazing
Basically, the customer can choose between 2 glazing variants for When replacing a window, attention must be paid to use of the
the Audi Q7. An optional electric windscreen heater is only avail- correct variant. This, in turn, is dependent on other equipment
able for the insulating glass windscreen. Both variants are also such as the head-up display, front camera for driver assistance
available in combination with privacy glazing from the B post back. systems, main beam assist etc.
Glazing variant 1:
Windscreen Option Rear window

• Acoustic windscreen made • Privacy glazing from the B post back • Toughened safety glass
of laminated safety glass
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Side windows
• Toughened safety glass
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Glazing variant 2:
Windscreen Option Rear window

• Insulating glass made of • Privacy glazing from the B post back • Toughened safety glass
laminated safety glass
• Windscreen heater as
optional equipment
Key
Side windows
1.8 mm of outer/inner glass • Laminated safety glass
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0.05 mm of infrarred filter
0.38 mm of composite film 2
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Tow bar
The Audi Q7 is available with a fully electric swivelling tow bar with In this case, the engine cooling system is already rated for the
a built-in tow bar swivel angle sensor G820. higher loads when towing a trailer.
Swivelling ball joint motor

V317
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Articulation angle sensor for tow bar

G820
Preparation for trailer operation
A preparation for trailer operation is available for the USA and It is also possible to retrofit the Audi Q7 with a tow bar. Depending
Australia. Both variants differ only in terms of the socket holder, on engine version and climate zone, it is necessary to uprate the
but already come equipped with a modified cooling system. cooling system.
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Seat systems
Manually adjustable front seats are standard on the Audi Q7. A additional 24 mm of headroom and 20 mm more shoulder room
Sports seats with large side bolsters and the individual contour make for a more spacious interior. Folded down, the seat backs are
seat are optional. Depending on seat variant, a seat heater, seat integrated in the load floor and can be electrically raised or
ventilation, pneumatic seat backs, pneumatic lumbar support and lowered using rocker switches. The switches are located in the
a pneumatic massage function can be ordered. C post area and in the luggage compartment.
The seats in the second row have a fold-up function for easier entry
The second row comprises three seats and seat backs with adjust- and exit from the third seat row. The seat back is folded forward,
able inclination. As an option, all three seats can be adjusted after which the entire seat can be folded vertically. All seats in the
variably fore or aft by up to 110 mm. A further option is 2 indi- second and third rows have Isofix child seat restraints. This means
vidual seats in the third row which are approved as group 3 child that customers can secure up to 6 child seats in the Audi Q7.
seats.
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Electrical seat Deluxe head restraints, Sliding rear seats as individual seats,
adjustment horizontally and vertically adjustable with fold-up function
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Individual contour seat
The individual contour seat in full spec offers the following func- Seat ventilation is optional for the front seats and for the two
tions: outer rear seats in the second row. It serves to air-condition the
vehicle seats with the aim of providing the occupant with extra
• Electrical seat adjustment comfort. The seats have an intake system for this purpose.
• Pneumatic side bolsters in the seat base and back
• Pneumatic lumbar support adjustment The front seat ventilation controls communicate with the onboard
• Seat heating power supply control unit J519 by LIN data bus. The rear seat
• Seat ventilation ventilation controls are connected to the rear air conditioner
• Massage functionality operating and display unit E265.
• Memory function and seat contour customisation (each seat
contour is assigned to a specific vehicle key)
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Multi-contour seat control unit, front

driver side J873
Seat back bolster, pneumatic
Massage cushion, pneumatic
Seat back ventilation
Seat base ventilation
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Kinematic mechanism of third seat row
The Audi Q7 is optionally available with a third row of seats. It is a This is carried out automatically by the kinematic mechanism
two seater bench with 2 electric folding backrests. inside the seat or can be done manually using a tab below the head
For reasons of space, the head restraints on these seats must be restraint. After the backrest has been folded up, the head
folded in before folding down the seats. restraints must again be folded up manually. This is achieved by
swivelling them upwards until they noticeably lock into place.
Tab for manual Motor of pawl 2 for

fold-down of the head restraint right seat back adjustment, third seat row
F525
Bowden cable for

automatic fold-down of
the head restraint
Motor of pawl 2 for right

seat back adjustment,
third seat row
F544
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Motor for right seat back

adjustment, third seat row
V361
Switch forleft seat back

adjustment, third seat row
E565
Switch for right seat back Switch 2 for left seat back adjustment,
adjustment, third seat row third seat row E801 and
E549 switch 2 for right seat back adjust-
ment, third seat row E804
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Operation
The backrests fold down using the operating buttons in the rear An electric motor unlocks and moves each backrest; the end
cabin and in the luggage compartment. This button must be kept position is monitored by 2 microswitches. If a backrest has not
pressed until the backrest is completely folded down or up. reached its end position, the backrest warning lamp appears on the
display in the instrument cluster and the LEDs in the operating
buttons begin to flash.
Operating buttons in the rear cabin Operating buttons in the luggage compartment
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Occupant safety
Overview In-vehicle airbags

Driver airbag Front passenger airbag
On the following pages you will find a summary of the occupant
protection system in the Audi Q7.
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Components
Front side airbag
Depending on country version and trim level, the passive occupant
and pedestrian protection system in the Audi Q7 can comprise the
following components and systems:
• Airbag control unit • Front inertia-reel seat belts with pyrotechnic belt tensioners
• Adaptive driver airbag • Front inertia-reel seat belts with electrical belt tensioners
• Adaptive front passenger airbag • Front inertia-reel seat belts with active belt force limiters
(front passenger airbag, two-stage country version) • Inertia-reel seat belts for second seat row with pyrotechnic belt
• Front side airbags tensioners, driver and front passenger sides (country version)
• Rear side airbags (equipment option) • Inertia-reel seat belts for third seat row with pyrotechnic belt
• Head airbags tensioners, driver and front passenger sides (country version)
• Front airbag crash sensors • Front lap belt tensioner (country version)
• Crash sensors for side impact detection in the doors • Seat belt warning for all seats (country version)
• Crash sensors for side impact detection in the C posts • Seat occupancy sensor in front passenger seat
• Crash sensor for side and longitudinal impact detection • Front passenger airbag disabling switch (country version)
• Centre pedestrian protection crash sensor • Front passenger airbag OFF and ON warning lamp
(acceleration sensor, country version) • Driver and front passenger seat position sensors
• Left and right pedestrian protection crash sensors • Pedestrian protection trigger (country version)
(pressure sensors, country version) • Battery isolator
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Front side airbag Head airbag, Rear side airbag

driver and front passenger side
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Reference
For further information on the active and passive safety features in the Audi Q7, please refer to Self Study Programme 637
"Audi Q7 (type 4M) Occupant protection and infotainment".
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Engines
Petrol Engine
Torque/power curve of 3.0l V6 TFSI engine
Power output in kW
Torque in Nm
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Features Specifications
Engine code CREC

Type 6-cylinder V-engine with 90° V angle
Displacement in cm3 2995
Stroke in mm 89
Bore in mm 84.5
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5
Compression ratio 10.8 : 1
Power output in kW at rpm 245 at 5500 - 6500
Torque in Nm at rpm 440 at 2900 - 5300
Fuel type Premium unleaded 95 RON
Engine management system Simos
Supercharging Deactivatable supercharger (Roots blower)
Lambda control 2 sensors upstream of catalytic converter and 2 sensors downstream of catalytic
converter
Mixture formation Combined (dual) direct (FSI) and multipoint (MPI) injection
Emission standard EU6
CO2 emissions in g/km 179
Reference
For further information about the 3.0l V6 TFSI engine, please refer to Self Study Programme 624
"Fourth generation Audi 3.0l V6 TFSI engine EA837 (evo)"
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Cooling circuit of 3.0l V6 TFSI engine
1 2
V55 3
4
N279
5 6 N509
4 V50 9 G694 4
12
7 8 10
11
13
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16
14
G62
J671 J293
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16
19 V188
18 20
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Key:
1 Front heater heat exchanger 18 Auxiliary radiator

2 Rear heater heat exchanger 19 Front cooler for charge air cooling circuit
3 Auxiliary heater 20 Left cooler for charge air cooling circuit
4 Vent screw
5 Flow restrictor G62 Coolant temperature sensor
6 ATF cooler G694 Temperature sensor for engine temperature regulation
7 Right charge air cooler J293 Radiator fan control unit
8 Cylinder head, bank 1 J671 Radiator fan control unit 2
9 Motor oil cooler N279 Heater coolant shut-off valve
10 Cylinder head, bank 2 N509 Gearbox oil cooling valve
11 Left charge air cooler V50 Coolant circulation pump
12 Coolant expansion tank V55 Circulation pump
13 Switchable coolant pump V188 Charge air cooling pump
14 Coolant thermostat
15 Coolant shutoff valve Cooled coolant
16 Non-return valve Cooled coolant (charge air cooling)
17 Radiator Hot coolant
Hot coolant (charge air cooling)
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Diesel engine
Torque/power curve of 3.0l V6 TDI engine
Power output in kW
Torque in Nm
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Engine speed [rpm]

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front left below the cylinder head on the protruding edge of the
engine block.
Features Specifications
Engine code CRTC

Type 6-cylinder V-engine with 90° V angle
Displacement in cm 3
2967
Stroke in mm 91.4
Bore in mm 83.0
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5
Compression ratio 16.0 : 1
Power output in kW at rpm 200 at 4000
Torque in Nm at rpm 600 at 1500 - 3000
Fuel type Diesel acc. to EN 590
Engine management system Bosch EDC 17 with start-stop and recuperation
Maximum injection pressure in bar 2000
Fuel injectors 8-port piezo injectors
Exhaust gas treatment Oxidising catalyst, SCR coated diesel particulate filter, particulate sensor, oxygen
sensor
Emission standard EU6
CO2 emissions in g/km 149
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Coolant circuit of 3.0l V6 TDI engine
1 2
V55 3
4
N279
V50
5
6 N509
N474
8
11 14 10
9 G62 N489 13
12
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G694
5
15
5 5
G802 G8
F265 16
10
J671 J293
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Key:
1 Front heater heat exchanger F265 Thermostat for mapped engine cooling
2 Rear heater heat exchanger G8 Oil temperature sender
3 Auxiliary heater G62 Coolant temperature sensor
4 Vent screw G694 Temperature sensor for engine temperature regulation
5 Non-return valve G802 Coolant temperature sensor 2
6 ATF cooler J293 Radiator fan control unit
7 Exhaust turbocharger J671 Radiator fan control unit 2
8 Exhaust gas recirculation cooler N279 Heater coolant shut-off valve
9 Coolant expansion tank N474 Reducing agent injector
10 Flow restrictor N489 Cylinder head coolant valve (rotary valve)
11 Cylinder head, bank 1 N509 Gearbox oil cooling valve
12 Engine block, bank 1 V50 Coolant circulation pump
13 Cylinder head, bank 2 V55 Circulation pump
14 Cylinder head, bank 2
15 Motor oil cooler Cooled coolant
16 Coolant pump Cooled coolant (charge air cooling)
17 Radiator Hot coolant
Hot coolant (charge air cooling)
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SCR system
The SCR system has 2 different capacities for AdBlue® reducing The capacity of the reducing agent tank is differentiated as follows:
agent. A reducing agent tank with 12 l capacity and an optional the 12 l tank has a deeper filler tube and a deeper vent line, while
tank for extended range with 24 l capacity (see figure below). the 24 l tank has short filler and vent lines.
Reducing agent tank Equalisation chamber
The reducing agent tank is manufactured from two half-shells as The ventilation system within the reducing agent tank is designed
an injection moulding (not as a blow-moulded tank). This has the such that the tank can be filled with AdBlue® reducing agent using
advantage of saving weight. This means that allowance can be truck pumps. To accommodate the inflow of reducing agent at a
made in the vehicle design for the integration of baffles and a high flow rates of up to 40 l/min, there is an equalisation chamber
heating system adapted to the cabin as installation space. in the upper section of the tank and at the filler neck. Since splash-
ing reducing agent would cause the fuel nozzle to shut off, reduc-
ing agent is retained and allowed to settle in the equalisation
chamber.
Reducing agent filler neck Reducing agent tank sender G684
Equalisation chamber The tank sensor is an entirely electronic component and does not
require float contact points. An antenna (coil) and the reducing
agent (capacitive fluid) form an electrical resonant circuit.
A change in the fluid level alters the impedance of the circuit and
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shifts the resonance frequency (5 MHz – 12 MHz) proportional to

the fluid level.
Vent duct
Charging port
Reducing agent
tank sender
G684
Antenna (coil)
Reducing agent
(fluid)
Resonance frequency
Function
The resonance frequency is determined by a microcontroler by

coupling a high frequency signal into the medium and scanning the
upper frequency range. It is located at the base of the fluid level
sensor. It computes the reducing agent level using a temperature
correction function. At the same time, the functioning of the tank
heater is checked by determining the temperature.
Baffle
Reducing agent tank heater

Z102
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Reducing agent quality sensor G849
To monitor the quality of the AdBlue® on NAR models (North

American Region), a reducing agent quality sensor G849 is inte-
grated in the reducing agent tank. It is located adjacent to the
swirl pot on the bottom of the reducing agent tank.
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Swirlpot with reducing agent pump

V437
Reducing agent quality sensor
Outlet for draining the reducing agent G849
Function
The sensor determines the density of the reducing agent by If the reducing agent is degraded, contaminated or diluted with
deflecting the light beam onto a CMOS cell. An LED emits light water, the light beam is deflected and impinges on the electronic
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within a prism and deflects the light beam through the sight glass evaluation unit at a different angle.
filled with reducing agent.
If the sight glass is in good condition, the light beam is guided This results in an event memory entry in the reducing agent meter-
straight through the sight glass and impinges on an opposing ing system control unit J880 and is indicated as a system malfunc-
prism. This light beam impinges on a CMOS line sensor with a tion in the instrument cluster.
resolution of 1024 pixels. The impinging light beam is evaluated
and assessed in the electronic evaluation unit. The quality of the AdBlue: malfunction: No restart in 1000 km. See handbook.
reducing agent is determined by reducing and increasing the
deflection of the light beam impinging on the CMOS line sensor.
Prism Sensor cap with sight glass Reducing agent Prism
CMOS line sensor
250 px
Diesel Adblue Water
1024 pixel resolution
LED Sensor housing CMOS line sensor 632_008

(reader unit)
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Combined design cover with integrated air filter

The design cover which acts as the air filter cover is a welded The bypass flap is switched by an electromagnetic air filter bypass
multi-piece construction. The lower section of the design cover flap valve N275 (open/close) integrated in the air filter. The bypass
houses the air filter bottom part with air filter element attached to flap is closed when depressurised. Air filter drainage is provided by
the body, the air mass meter connection and the adaptor for the an integrated with multi-outlet water discharge system which
suction hose leading to the engine and the suspension geometry allows safe drainage while driving in spray/rain and during offroad
for the oil filler tube. The oil filler tube is connected to the valve operation on inclines within the permissible operating parameters.
cover by a bayonet catch. The main drainage system is atmospherically controlled (water
The air filter housing has two connecting ports on the dirty air side. outlet hose).
One of the two connecting ports can be sealed with a bypass flap. Several criteria influence the position of the bypass flap (see table
The bypass flap is vacuum-operated. below):
Acoustics To reduce drive-by noise and cabin noise, the bypass flap is closed, thus reducing the orifice cross-section. Signals for
engine speed, engine torque, power demand and vehicle speed are supplied by the engine control unit.
Snow To ensure low snow/snow free air intake, the flap is opened at an ambient temperature of +5 °C, resulting in a lower
flow rate at the intake. The ambient temperature signal is supplied by the A/C control unit.
Water spray To ensure low-spray air intake with no water inlet on the clean air side, the bypass flap is opened as a function of
speed, resulting in a lower flow rate at the intake. The signal is supplied by the rain sensor or wiper control unit via
the engine control unit.
Power Low pressure loss, power increase, reduction in fuel consumption, reduced charge air temperature.
The flap is opened upwards of approx. 3500 rpm as a function of power output, necessitating a lower flow rate (addi-
tional air). The engine speed and power demand signals are supplied by engine control unit.
Diagnostics Actuator initiation by short trip (as this can only be checked at idle), visual inspection of flap circuit.
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2-piece design cover

(air filter cover)
Air filter element
Air filter bottom part Oil filler tube
Connection for air mass meter

or adaptor
Vacuum cell
Main intake
Air filter box
Bypass flap
Air intake from the front end

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Engine/gearbox combinations
The engine-gearbox combinations shown below are those available
at market launch.
Engines 3.0l TFSI engine (CREC) 3.0l TDI engine (CRTC)
8-speed
Automatic gearbox
0D5
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AL552-8A
Rear axle drive

02D
HL600B
Breakdown of manufacturer codes:

e.g.: AL552-8A
M Manual gearbox 8 Number of gears

A Automatic gearbox F Front-wheel drive
L Longitudinal mounting A quattro all-wheel drive
552 Rated torque capacity
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Power transmission
Overview
The quattro drive concept of the Audi Q7 (type 4M) utilises the The software of the 0D5 gearbox utilises the data from the naviga-
tried and tested technology of the Modular Longitudinal Platform tion system to assist the start-stop system, neutral control and
with full-time all-wheel drive. This is typified by the 8-speed coasting mode. The gearbox setup can be adjusted via Audi drive
automatic gearbox 0D5. It has a front axle drive fore of the torque select. The gearbox control unit is integrated in the immobiliser
converter and houses an integrated transfer case. system.
The transfer case is realised by a self-locking centre differential The gearbox in the Audi Q7 is entirely operated using "shift-by-
with asymmetrical-dynamic torque split and the rear axle drive wire" technology. The selector mechanism and the operating
through the open differential 0D2. concept are new.
The parking lock is electro-hydraulically actuated and can be
This drive concept saves weight compared to the Audi Q7 (type 4L) released using an emergency release mechanism. The Auto P func-
and thus increases efficiency. tion provides added operating comfort.
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Selector mechanism
with "shift-by-wire" technology,
refer to page 40
8-speed automatic gearbox 0D5,

refer to page 32
ATF cooling,
refer to page 38
Emergency release
of parking lock,
refer to page 48
Slide-on propeller shaft
Assembly of the front prop shaft
The proper shaft is connected to the gearbox output shaft using a

spline.
For more information, please refer to SSP 457 and the

Audi Service TV programme "Audi A8 Power Transmission Part 2 /
Topic: Splined Prop Shaft" of 02.09.2010.
Clamp
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Rear axle drive 0D2
The axle drive is an improved version of axle drive 0BC. The housing In the case of all rubber-metal bearings except the additional
of final drive 0D2 is designed in such a way that it can be mounted bearing, the installation position specified in the workshop manual
to the subframe by means of a 4-point mounting system without must be observed.
any additional mounting.
The front rubber-metal bearing is press-fitted into the gearcase
and bolted to the subframe. It is supported by an additional
bearing which acts in the Z direction. The design provides selective
vibration insulation.
Rubber-metal bearing
Subframe
Rubber-metal bearing
Seal
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Rear prop shaft
Assembly of the rear prop shaft
The procedure for attaching the prop shaft to the rear axle drive is
described in the bolting specification for triangular matching (refer
to workshop manual).
For detailed information about triangular matching, please refer
to SSP 409 and the Audi Service TV programme "Audi A5 Power Rubber-metal bearing
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Transmission / Topic Prop Shaft Assembly Concept" of 23.02.2010.
Additional bearing
z
x
y
Front differential bearing

Rear axle drive 0D2
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8-speed automatic gearbox 0D5

8-speed automatic gearbox 0D5 is an improved version of 8-speed • Plastic ATF pan with integrated ATF suction filter and an ATF
automatic gearbox 0BK first used on the Audi A8 (type 4H) (refer drain screw with bayonet catch in place of a thread (refer to
to SSP 457). page 37).
The 0D5 gearbox used by Audi has the internal designation • Combined ventilation of the 3 oil systems, the ATF, the transfer
AL‑52-8Q. The manufacturer ZF-Getriebe GmbH uses the designa- case and the front final drive (refer to page 37).
tion 8HP65A. It is rated for up to 700 Nm of input torque. • For the first time in a conventional converter-type automatic
gearbox, the gearbox software in supports the coasting mode
The key new features of the 0D5 gearbox compared to the 0BK (refer to page 51).
gearbox are: • The neutral control function has been improved (refer to
page 52).
• Twin-damper converter with integrated pendulum-type
absorber.
• Reinforced gear set with revised shift elements, the number of In addition, as previously the case with the 0BK gearbox, the
brake discs and clutch plates is dependent on engine version, software of the 0D5 gearbox utilises the data of the navigation
brake B is now activated by a simplex cylinder, the number of system and supports the start-stop system.
discs of brakes A and B is configured for active disc separation The gearbox setup can be adjusted via Audi drive select.
using corrugated springs. The gearbox control unit is integrated in the immobiliser system.
• Mechatronics with modified hydraulic interfaces and a vehicle ATF system cooling is regulated by the engine's thermal manage-
plug connection facing in the direction of travel (refer to page 35). ment system (refer to page 38).
Transfer case
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The transfer case of the 0D5 gearbox is optionally fiitted with a The mechanical centre differential interacts directly with the
self-locking centre differential by AAM or JTEK. torque vectoring system, which improves traction and driving
Both differentials have an asymmetric-dynamic torque split and, dynamics when cornering at high speeds (refer to SSP 617).
depending on traction conditions, distribute up to 70 % to the
front axle or up to 80 % to the rear axle without any deceleration
or the need for corrective action by ESC (refer to SSP 363 and 478).
Planetary gear carriers with 3 or

4 planetary gears are used,
depending on engine type
Welded housing
Transfer case ventilation
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Oil pump
AAM self-locking centre differential
JTEK self-locking centre differential
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Active brake disc separation in brakes A and B
Brakes A and B have corrugated springs between the discs. When

the brakes are open, the springs provide a clearance which mini-
mises drag torque. This helps to save fuel and reduces C02 emis-
sions.
Coil springs for
piston resetting in
brake B
Corrugated springs for brake disc

separation
Simplex cylinder for
brake B,
piston resetting by
coil springs
Brake A
Clutch D Clutch E Brake B Ventilation port, refer

to page 36 and 37
Clutch C
Twin-damper converter
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with integrated pendu-

lum-type absorber
(refer to page 34)
Brake A Front final drive
Parking lock with reinforced pawl Plastic ATF pan with integrated ATF suction filter
and enlarged parking lock gear diameter and an ATF drain screw with bayonet catch in place
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Twin-damper converter with integrated pendulum-type absorber

The torque converter of the 0D5 gearbox is a twin-damper con- The 4 pendulum masses complement the conventional working
verter with integrated pendulum-type absorber principle of the twin-damper converter by damping engine tor-
This cannot be seen from the exterior, but if the torque converter is sional vibration as a function of engine speed. This si achieved
rolled or shaken the very loosely mounted pendulum-type absorb- through the interaction of centrifugal force (Fz) and the shape of
ers can produce typical rattling noises. This isnot indicative of a the bearing races. At low engine speed, a low centrifugal force
damaged or faulty converter. Even at low engine speeds, the produces more pronounced pendulum movement than a high
pendulum masses produced by the centrifugal force are thrust centrifugal force at high engine speed. The pendulum masses and
outwards and no longer generate any noise. the shape of the bearing race are adapted to the engine in such a
way that the pendulum movement counteracts the torsional
vibration of the engine.
For more information about the functional principle of pendulum-
Bearing plate Bedplate side
type absorbers, refer to the Audi Service TV programme "Dual mass
bearing race
flywheels with pendulum-type absorbers" of 16.01.2015.
Fz
Pendulum bearing
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Pendulum-type absorber
Pendulum-type absorber Pendulum bearing Compression springs
Bearing race on pendulum- Pendulum movement
type absorber side
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Bearing plate
Turbine wheel
Pump wheel
Impeller
Spline for gearbox input

shaft (spins at gearbox
input speed)
Spline for
ATF pump shaft
(spins at engine speed)
Spline for impeller shaft

(supported by the gearcase)
Piston for converter lockup

clutch
Converter lockup clutch
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Arc springs
Key:
The blue-coloured sectional edges show the components The magenta-coloured sectional edges show the compo-
connected to the internal combustion engine when the nents connected to the gearbox input shaft when the
converter lockup clutch is open (primary side). converter lockup clutch is open (secondary side).
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Mechatronics module
The mechatronics module of the 0D5 gearbox by ZF-Getriebe GmbH Thes sensors and actuators as well as the design of the electro-
has the manufacturer designation -E26/29. It is an improved hydraulic parking lock and the hydraulic pulse accumulator (HIS)
version of mechatronics module -E26/6 used in the 0BK gearbox of are identical. Accordingly, the shift elements are activated in the
the Audi A8 (type 4H). The key differences between mechatronics same way. For further information, refer to Self Study Pro-
module -E26/9 and mechatronics module -E26/6 are the modified gramme 457.
hydraulic interfaces for brake B and the ATF cooler as well as the
vehicle connection facing in the direction of travel.
Clutch E Brake A Clutch D Hydraulic pulse accumulator

(HIS)
Clutch C
Brake B
Close converter lockup clutch
From converter
To converter
Lubrication pressure
limitation
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Connector to
vehicle
Parking lock
slide valve
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Pressure connection from Hydraulic pressure supply to mechatronics
mechanically driven ATF pump module from hydraulic pulse accumulator (HIS)
Suction connection to mechani- ATF cooler intake

cally driven ATF pump
Pressure connection
from ATF cooler return
of hydraulic pulse
to lubrication pressure
accumulator (HIS)
limitation
To converter
From converter
Close converter
lockup clutch
Clutch C
Clutch E
Clutch D
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ATF and gear oil systems

The 0D5 gearbox of the Audi Q7 has 3 separate systems: The plastic ATF pan saves weight. It forms a unit together with the
ATF suction filter and must be replaced when replacing the
mechatronics module or the hydaulic pulse accumulator. The ATF
pan has reinforcing ribs which offer sufficient stability to allow the
ATF system for the planetary gearbox and the hydraulic gearbox to be set down flat on the ATF pan.
control unit (lifetime) The ATF drain screw has a bayonet catch in place of the usual
thread. It may not be reused and must be replaced after checking
Oil system for the transfer case the oil level.
(gear oil with STURACO1), lifetime)
Oil system for front final drive

(gear oil without STURACO1), lifetime)
Transfer case vent ATF filler and inspection screw Torque converter bell housing Vent port
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Inspection and filler screw for the

transfer case gear oil
Flexible absorber,
use depends on engine type
Inspection and filler

screw for front final
drive
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Oil bleed port directly below
(not shown here).
Permanent magnets ATF suction filter The oil bleed port leads to the space
between the sealing lips of the double oil
seal separating the final drive oil system
Oil pump for transfer case Integrated seal Plastic ATF pan from the transfer case oil system.
1)
STURACO is an oil additive protects against excessive stresses in the centre differential and thus helps to enhance ride comfort. Pay
attention to exact assignment of gear oils in accordance with the parts numbers in the electronics parts catalogue (ETKA).
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Combined gearbox ventilation
The vent pipe leading into the collection chamber is sealed off The ventilation port in the converter bell provides the necessary
from the collection chamber by an O-ring. The sealing sleeve pressure equalisation after heating or cooling of the gearbox. To
prevents the ingress of operating fluids into the converter bell. allow pressure equalisation to take place, the ventilation port must
be open and unobstructed.
Vent pipe Vent for front final drive Transfer case vent
Collection chamber
Vent port
Sealing sleeve
ATF vent
ATF cooler return

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Cover for starter opening Cover for service opening O-ring ATF cooler intake
Gearbox cooling valve N509

(refer to page 38)
Oil bleed port Leading to the space between the

sealing lips of the double oil seal separating the
ATF system from the transfer case oil system.
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Drain screw for front final drive ATF cooler ATF drain screw with Oil drain screw for the transfer case
(refer to page 38) bayonet catch in place
of a thread, not reusable
Note
During transportation and when carrying out work on the gearbox, the gear oil and ATF may mix via the common gearbox
vent if the gearbox is tilted too far. Follow the instructions given in the workshop manual.
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ATF cooling
The ATF cooling system is integrated in parallel in the engine If the ATF cooler is leaking, coolant (glycol) will mix with the ATF.
coolant circuit and controlled by the gearbox cooling valve N509. Even the smallest quanties of coolant in the ATF can have a detri-
Valve N509 is actuated by the gearbox control unit J217. The mental effect on clutch control. A glycol test can exclude this
gearbox control unit J217 receives the command to open or close cause.
valve J509 from the thermal management system of the engine
control unit.
Integration in the coolant circuit
The diagram shows a section of the coolant circuit of the

3.0l V6 TDI engine (refer to page 25).
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ATF cooler Gearbox oil cooling valve

N509
2 1
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Start phase
When the engine is cold started, valve N509 is energised and thus
closed. The cooling circuit for the ATF heat exchanger is inter-
rupted. The engine reaches its operating temperature more
quickly. The thermal management system of the engine control
unit decides when valve N509 is to be reopened. The criteria for
opening valve N509 are the ambient temperature, the engine
temperature, the engine speed and the heat demand of the Cli-
matronic.
Heating of the ATF
If the engine has reached its operating temperature and if there is

sufficient heat available to heat the occupant cell, valve N509 is
opened and the ATF is heated. The lower viscosity of the ATF
improves the efficiency of the gearbox.
Normal operation / cooling of the ATF
The coolant temperature in the engines available at launch of the

Audi Q7 is kept between 80 °C and 90 °C. This corresponds to the
nominal temperature range of the ATF. During normal operation,
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valve N509 is de-energised and open and the ATF temperature is

kept between 80 °C and 90 °C.
Gear oil cooling valve N509 ATF return line

• de-energised and open
• de-energised and closed
• Final control test using Guided Fault Finding
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ATF cooler ATF supply line
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Selector mechanism
A new feature of the Audi Q7 is the selector mechanism and A new feature compared to the Audi A8 (type 4H) is the operating
operating concept which entirely uses "shift-by-wire" technology. concept:
• There is no mechanical connection between the selector lever • Only gears R, N, D and S are selected through the automatic
and the gearbox. gate.
• The driver input is registered by the selector mechanism and • The parking lock can only be activated manually using the
transmitted electronically to the gearbox without the need for a P button. There is no selector lever position for P.
mechanical fallback level. • To operate the tiptronic function (manual mode M), the selector
• The parking lock is operated electro-hydraulically in activated lever must be moved into the tiptronic gate (this is only pos-
automatically (Auto P function). sible if gear position D or S is active).
• In the event of a fault, a mechanical emergency release mecha- • The release button (selector lever release button E681) is, as
nism allows the parking lock to be released in order to move the per usual, integrated in the selector lever and configured for
vehicle (refer to page 48). redundancy (refer to function diagram).
A 100% "shift-by-wire" technology was implemented for the first

time on the Audi A8 (type 4H) (refer to SSP 457 page 8).
Cap
Screw
Selector lever
Release button,
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selector lever release button

E681
P button,
parking lock button E816
Selector lever sleeve with parking lock warning
light K320.
K320 is lit when the
parking lock is active.
Selector lever position display Selector mechanism cover

Y5
Plug connection C
Plug connection E
Plug connection C
Plug connection A
Selector mechanism
(selector lever E313)
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Parking lock button E816, P button
To manually activate the parking lock, the driver must press the The shift status is indicated to the selector lever sensors control
P button. A requirement for activating the parking lock is a speed unit J587 via 2 interfaces and plug connection E (refer to function
signal of < 1 kph. To ensure reliability and facilitate fault diagnos- diagram). If the P button is fault, a message appears in the instru-
tics, the P button comprises 3 shift elements. ment cluster and the system reverts to the Auto P function when
the engine stops.
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Information flow
The pathway for data exchange between the selector mechanism The gearbox control unit engages the gear corresponding to the
and the gearbox is infotainment CAN – gateway – FlexRay. driver input and sends this information to the selector lever
The selector lever sensors control unit determines the positions of control unit. The selector lever control unit then activates the
the selector lever as well as the signals of the buttons are transfers selector lever lock solenoid N110, the selector lever position
this information to the gearbox control unit. display LEDs Y5 and the parking lock warning light K320.
When selecting a gear, this information flow leads to a short delay
until the corresponding gear symbol lights up.
Functional diagram of selector mechanism
Selector mechanism Selector lever

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CAN-High
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CAN-Low
Key:
E313 Selector lever (selector mechanism) J587 Selector lever sensors control unit
E681 Selector lever release button K320 Parking lock warning light
E816 Parking lock button N110 Selector lever lock solenoid
G727 Selector lever position sender V577 Transverse selector lever lock motor
G868 Transverse selector lever lock sender Y5 Selector lever position display
VAS 642 001
The Y adaptor VAS 642 001 allows measurements to be taken

between the selector mechanism (selector lever E313) and the
selector lever position display Y5.
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Display logic
E Display in instrument cluster

when coasting
D
Instrument cluster display in
E 1-8 S 1-8 efficiency mode
Instrument cluster display

M 1-8 M 1-8 during use of tiptronic in D/S
R N P D 1-8 S 1-8 M 1-8 M 1-8 Instrument cluster display
+ + Illumination of selector lever

R N P∆ D/S D/S position display Y5
- -
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Shift diagram
Selectable
positions
Current
gear Basic position
selected
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Selectable
Selectable positions
gear
Selector lever in automatic gate, Selector lever in auto- Selector lever in tip- Selector lever
tiptronic gate blocked matic gate, tiptronic gate tronic gate, tiptronic function positions
free, D/S shift active, manual mode M
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Key to selector lever lock – longitudinal
Software lock: deactivation by pressing the foot brake Mechanical locking effect of selector lever lock solenoid
N110: deactivation by pressing the release button E6811)
Software lock: deactivation by pressing the release

button E6811)
Speed-dependent gearbox protection function
A change in driving direction from D to R and vice versa is only

possible at a speed below 8 kph.
The gearbox protection function locks out at above a speed of
8 kph after a change in driving direction shifting into 1st gear and
into R gear.
1)
In the event of a fault, the release button E681 is considered actuated. The red and grey locks are deactivated and an event memory entry
is made. The selector can be moved out of positions P and N by pressing the foot brake.
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Selector lever lock solenoid N110
The selector lever also serves as an ergonomic hand rest for oper- To avoid noise, N110 remains energised after shifting to the
ating the MMI. To avoid unintentional selector lever operation tiptronic gate. The locking effect of the bolt is, however, deacti-
when operating the MMI, forward movement of the selector lever vated because the locking gate swivels away when the selector
is blocked in selector positions D and S. lever is moved into the tiptronic gate. The locking effect is reacti-
vated when the selector lever is moved back into the automatic
In selector position D/S the selector lever lock solenoid N110 is gate.
energised and the locking bolt engages the selector lever locking
gate. The selector can now be moved back into position B1 from When the release button E681 is pressed, the power supply to
the basic position in order to shift from D to S or from S to D. N110 is disconnected and the locking effect is deactivated.
Release button,
Selector lever release button
E681
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Plug connection C
Pawl
Locking pin
Selector lever lock

solenoid N110
energised in D and S
Automatic gate track

of locking element,
the locking element
has two gate tracks,
one for the automatic
B2 gate and one for the
tiptronic gate.
B1
A1 A2
Basic position X
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Selector lever lock – transverse
To ensure that the selector lever cannot be inadvertently moved

into the tiptronic gate, it is transversely locked in selector positions
P, R and N.
Selector position P/R/N – selector lever – transverse, active
The locking cam is positioned in such a way that it engages the

locking slot in the crosspiece in which the selector lever is
mounted. The selector lever cannot be moved into the tiptronic
gate.
Transverse selector lever lock motor Worm gear

V577
The resetting shaft is bidirectional.
Motor V577 is energised for this purpose,
the direction of current flow (polarity) pro-
ducing the desired direction of rotation.
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Resetting shaft, with axiale

resetting plate and locking cam
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Release direction
Magnet for transverse selector lever lock sender

G868
The transverse selector lever lock sender is a Hall-
effect sender. The control unit is able to determine
the position of the selector lever lock based on the
movement of the magnet detected by the Hall-
effect sender.
Locking cam,
selector lever locked
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Selector position D/S –selector lever lock– transverse, inactive
The transverse lock is deactivated in selector position D or S. The

locking cam is rotated out of the locking slot by the worm gear.
The selector lever can now be moved into the tiptronic gate.
Locking direction
Magnet
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Transverse selector lever lock sender G868

(Hall-effect sender)
The magnet is positioned to the side of
sender G868.
The movement of the magnet over the
Hall-effect sender indicates to the selector
lever sensors control unit that the trans-
verse lock is inactive.
Locking slot in crosspiece
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Resetting direction Resetting plate

Resetting the selector lever
If the selector lever is in the tiptronic gate when the driver shuts

off the engine, it is automatically moved back into the automatic
gate. For this purpose, motor V577 turns the resetting shaft one
full turn in the resetting direction. The resetting plate exerts axial
lift on the selector lever and moves it back into the automatic gate.
The selector lever position sender G727 ascertains whether the
selector lever is in the tiptronic gate or the automatic gate (refer to
page 46). If the selector lever has been moved back into the auto-
matic gate, the selector lever lock motor turns the resetting shaft
in the locking direction and locks the selector lever in the trans-
verse direction.
Resetting the selector lever in emergency mode
If the gearbox enters emergency mode as a result of a fault and

can no longer perform the tiptronic function, the selector lever is
moved back into the automatic gate and locked.
If the selector lever is again moved into the tiptronic gate in such a Locking direction
situation, it will again be reset.
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Selector lever position sender G727
The selector lever position sender G727 tracks the positions of the From this, the gearbox control unit J217 determines the desired
selector lever G727 consists of 2 sensors - 1 sensor for the auto- selector positions and sends the activated selector position back to
matic gate and 1 sensor for the tiptonic gate. the selector lever senses J587.
The selector lever sensors control unit J587 tracks the position of Based on this feedback, the system activates the relevant LEDs in
the selector lever based on the signals from these sensors and the selector lever position display Y5, the P button E816 and solen-
sends this information to the gearbox control unit J217. iod N110.
How selector lever positions are detected:

The longitudinal and transverse movements of the selector lever
are transmitted to a slider with two diamond-shaped sender
elements. The sender elements influence the magnetic flow at
both sensors according to the movement of the selector lever. The
selector lever sensors control unit J587 generates the following
selector lever positions from the sensor signals:
Selector lever in automatic gate
• Automatic gate:
Basic position X A2 – A1 – X (basic position) – B1 – B2
• tiptronic gate:
A1 A2
B1 T+ – T (basic position) – T-
B2
Refer to the shift schematic on page 42.
Slider with sender elements

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Sensor for automatic gate
Support plate
Plug connection A
PCB with control unit for selector lever

sensors and senders for the selector
lever and the transverse selector lever
lock
Transverse selector lever lock sender

G868
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Sensor for tiptronic gate Basic position T
T+
Magnet for transverse Sender element for T-
selector lever lock sender automatic gate
G868
Implied sensor for

automatic gate Movement of the
support plate
together with the
slider with sender
elements
Selector lever in tiptronic gate
The movement of the selector lever is limited to one position

forwards (T+) and one position back (T-) by the tiptronic gate track
of the locking element (refer to page 43, Fig. 632_118).
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Implied sensor for Sender element

tiptronic gate for tiptronic gate
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Auto-P function
The parking lock is operated electro-hydraulically as described in The parking lock is engaged automatically if the following condi-
SSP 457, page 48 ff. This enables the gearbox control unit to tions are met:
engage the parking lock independently and without driver input. • Selector position D or R is active.
• The vehicle is stationary (speed < 1 kph1)).
• The internal combustion engine was shut off by turning the
ignition off (terminal 15 = off).
Activating selector position N (P-OFF position) Tip shifting in D/S
To be able to move the vehicle without the parking lock, e.g. in a Manual gear shifts can be performed at any time by operating the
car wash, automatic engagement of the parking lock can be pre- steering wheel tiptronic in selector position D or S. To this end, the
vented. A condition for this is that the selector mechanism, the gearbox control unit switches to manual mode M (tiptronic mode)
P button and the gearbox are functioning properly. If these condi- for a limited time.
tions are not met, the Auto-P function is activated at "ignition off". The D/S symbol is lit in the selector lever position display Y5 and
To activate selector position N, it must be selected when the the gear indicator M 1 – 8 appears in the instrument cluster.
engine is running and the engine shut off with the selector in N. If the vehicle is in a normal, constant driving state for a period of
In this case, the parking lock is not engaged (P-OFF position). The about 8 seconds1), the gearbox shifts back into selector position D
Auto-P function is suppressed for a limited period of 30 minutes1). or S.
After 29 minutes1) a message appears in the instrument cluster The countdown from about 8 seconds1) is stopped in the following
indicating that the parking lock will shortly be engaged and after cases:
30 minutes1,2) the parking lock is engaged. • Sporty driving style
• Cornering
When selector position N is activated and when the door is • Overrun mode
opened, the following messages appear in the instrument cluster: • Selection of another gear with the steering wheel tiptronic
• Shift to P,
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• otherwise can roll away. The gearbox can be immediately switched from manual mode M
• Doors do not lock if lever is not in P back to selector position D or S by pressing Tip+ for a period of
• Audible warning (only when opening the doors) > 1 second1).
Tip shifting in D can be activated or deactivated with the diagnostic
In this situation the vehicle cannot be locked from the outside. The tester by selective adaptation (refer to page 53).
vehicle must be secured to stop it from rolling away while in the
P-OFF position. Shifting in R
To hold the parking lock in disengaged position (P-OFF position),
an electrical current of about 800 mA is consumed through the A software lock prevents the driver from engaging reverse at
activity of the gearbox control unit, the selector lever control unit speeds of > 8 kph1).
and the parking lock (refer to SSP 457, page 48 ff.). If reverse is selected, an audible signal sounds from the instru-
If it is necessary to hold the parking lock in the P-OFF position ment cluster and a large white R appears in the display. Repetitive
for a longer period of time, the parking lock emergency release signalling is suppressed while manoeuvring as long as a forward
mechanism must be actuated (refer to page 48). speed of 8 kph1) is not exceeded.
Rocking the vehicle backwards and forwards to free it and fast maneouvring
A stuck vehicle can be freed by quickly and skillfully rocking it To free the vehicle by rocking it backwards and forwards and to
backwards and forwards. maneouvre the vehicle quickly, the blue-coloured software lock
Shifting from D to R and vice versa is always performed via selector shown in Fig. 632_117 is activated after about 1 second1), albeit
position N. To deactivate the selector lever locks in the longitudinal only if the vehicle is stationary and the selector is in N.
direction, it is normally necessary to to apply the brake and push Shifting from D to R and vice versa can, therefore, be performed
the release button in order to shift from N to D or from N to R below a speed of 8 kph1) without applying the brake provided that
(refer to page 42, Fig. 632_117). the release button E681 is pushed and the vehicle is not stationary
for longer than 1 second1) with the selector in N.
Diagnostics, actuator test
The electrical/electronic components of the selector mechanism An actuator test is available for the following components:
are diagnosed. The diagnostic results can be queried using address • Selector lever position display Y5
word 81. • Selector lever lock solenoid N110
• Transverse selector lever lock motor V577
The given values provide a guideline and are not binding. They may deviate depending on model version.
1)
If a speed signal is detected (v = > 1 kph), the time is extended accordingly until either a minimum stationary period of 5 minutes is
2)
detected or the vehicle battery is discharged.
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Emergency releasing the parking lock
The parking lock is operated and released electro-hydraulically

during normal operation. The engine must be running in order to
release the parking lock, and a sufficient power supply must be
available in order to hold the parking lock in the P-OFF position.
The emergency release mechanism serves to hold the parking lock

in the P-OFF position for longer in order to release the parking lock
and should be operated in the following situations:
• To tow the vehicle
• If the parking lock cannot be released electro-hydraulically due
to a malfunction.
• If the vehicle cannot be manoeuvred or moved due to low
onboard voltage.
• If the engine is not running and it is necessary to manoeuvre or
move the vehicle, e.g. in the workshop.
If it is no longer necessary to hold the parking lock in the

P-OFF position, it should be released again and moved back into
the P-ON position.
After carrying out assembly work on components of the emergency

release mechanism, the emergency release mechanism must be
checked (see note on right). Gear selector lever for emer-
gency releasing the parking lock
Emergency release Bowden cable 1

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The parking lock is emergency released using a vibration-damped

Bowden cable. The actuating mechanism is located on the driver's Cover
side under the floor mat.
Caution! Before actuating the parking lock emergency release

mechanism, the vehicle must be secured to prevent it from
rolling away.
Emergency releasing the parking lock (P-OFF position)
• Remove cover.
• Insert the emergency release socket wrench insert into the
actuating mechanism as shown under position 1 in
Fig. 632_124. 3
• Turn the socket wrench insert clockwise through 90° (posi-
tion 2) while pushing it down (position 3 in Fig. 632_126).
2
When the parking lock emergency release mechanism
is actuated, the yellow gearbox warning lamp and the
gear selector position indicator N are light up in the
Actuating mechanism
instrument cluster. The following message is also
displayed in the instrument cluster: "Vehicle may roll
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away! P cannot be selected. Please apply parking
brake."
Locking the parking lock (P-ON position)

4
• Simply pull the socket wrench insert upwards out of the actuat-
Emergency release socket wrench insert
ing mechanism (position 4 in Fig. 632_127). (in tool kit)
Note: The socket wrench insert must not be turned back as this
will damage the emergency release mechanism.
• Fit the cover.
Decoupling element
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Reduction of structure-borne noise transmission
Mushroom-shaped plate A special feature is the positioning of the emergency release

Bowden cable in relation to the gear selector lever. A rigid rod and
a mushroom-shaped plate are attached to end of the emergency
release Bowden cable and contactlessly envelop the gear selector
lever. This minimises structure-borne noise transmission from the
gearbox to the Bowden cable, and thus into the occupant cell. The
plate and the gear selector lever do not make contact until the
emergency release mechanism is actuated.
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The figure shows the emergency release mech-

anism of a left hand drive vehicle. In a right
hand drive vehicle, the emergency release
mechanism is on the right-hand side.
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Emergency release Bowden

cable 1
Emergency release Bowden
cable 2
Quick-connect coupling
Quick-connect coupling
To simplify removing and installing the gearbox, the emergency

release Bowden cable consists of 2 parts which are interconnected
Locking sleeve
by a quick-release coupling (refer to workshop manual).
Note that when the emergency release mechanism is not actuated
the plate of the Bowden cable must not be in contact with the gear
selector lever and there must be sufficient clearance (refer to
Fig. 632_146 "Reduction of structure-borne noise transmission")
Insulating elements in the quick-release coupling bracket and in
the actuating mechanism reduce structure-borne noise transmis-
sion.
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Note
After removing and installing the gearbox or carrying out assembly work on components of the emergency release mecha-
nism, a function test must be performed as described in the workshop manual.
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Gearbox functions
Audi drive select
With Audi drive select, it is possible to select between different Gearbox setups are tailored to the customer's requirements in a
vehicle setups. country-specific manner. For this reason, only typical differences
In this chapter you will learn how the gearbox control unit between the various modes can be shown here.
responds to the various Audi drive select modes.
Mode Gearbox setup
offroad In offroad mode the gearbox control unit assists driving in rough terrain by using adapted functions.
(with steel suspension) Gear selection follows a fixed shift program without driver type recognition. The gears are held for long as
in selector position S. Selector position S is not available, however manual shifting is possible in tiptronic
lift / offroad mode (manual mode M).
(with air suspension) In tiptronic mode, automatic upshifting of the gearbox is deactivated. The engine runs up to the speed
limiter without shifting up in order to prevent undesirable up-and-down shifting.
The deactivation of automatic upshifting allows the engine to stop on a hill at full engine speed. Even if
brief loss of traction occurs, the gear is held to ensure that full drive torque is available when the wheels
regain full traction.
The deactivation of automatic upshifting allows the full braking effect of the engine to be utilised when
driving downhill. To protect the engine against overspeeding, the gearbox shifts up before a defined
engine speed is reached.
allroad The allroad mode does not have any effect on the gearbox setup.
efficiency In efficiency mode the gearbox setup follows a defined shift program without driver type recognition.
Upshifts are performed as early as possible and downshifts are performed late in order to save fuel and
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reduce C02 emissions. In addition, the engine power output is reduced, allowing the gearbox control unit
to reduce the clutch pressure. This, in turn, has a positive effect on fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
In efficiency mode, both the tiptronic functions and selector position S are available. If selector position S
is activated before shutting off the engine, the efficiency mode (E) is automatically activated when the
engine is subsequently started1). If the driver wishes to have selector position S, he must select this.
An E is displayed in the gear selection indicator as the selector position (E1 – 8).
comfort The gearbox setup is especially comfort-oriented with soft gear shifts and low engine speeds. As is the
case in auto mode, gear selections are made with the assistance of driver type recognition.
auto Driver type recognition in selector positions D and S: In selector positions D and S a driver type recogni-
tion is made on the basis of the driver's driving style. Criteria for driver type recognition include the mode
of actuation of the brake and accelerator, the speed of the vehicle as well as transverse and longitudinal
acceleration within defined periods. Accordingly, an economical driving style leads to early upshifts and
late downshifts. A sporty driving style leads to late upshifts and early downshifts. The driving phases in
which the driver adopts an efficient, economical, sporty or manual driving style can be read out using the
diagnostic tester.
Selector position D: Gearshifts are comfort-oriented and shift point selection is adapted to the driver's
driving style with the aid of driver type recognition.
Selector position S1): In Sport mode (sport program), the shift points are sporty and adapted to the per-
formance range of the engine. The shift points are configured with the aid of driver type recognition. The
shift times and shift points vary from driving in the normal sport program to a handling course setup with
short, noticeable shift cycles.
dynamic If the dynamic mode is selected, the gearbox control unit activates the sport program (selector posi-
tion S). In dynamic mode, both the tiptronic functions and selector position D are available. If selector
position D is activated before shutting off the engine, selector position (D) is again activated when the
engine is subsequently started1). If the driver wishes to have selector position S, he must select this.
individual In individual mode, the driver can freely select the gearbox setup irrespective of other vehicle systems.
1)
Based on the emission class, the drive programs of selector position D or E are always selected when the vehicle is restarted.
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Navigation-based gear selection
Provided that suitable data is available from the navigation system This information reduces shift frequency and makes it easier for
(optional and market dependent), the 0D5 gearbox utilises rel- the gearbox control unit to select or preselect the correct gear. For
evant route data for gear selection purposes. The gearbox control detailled information about this function, refer to SSP 457,
unit processes information on the route ahead, e.g. curvature of page 58 ff. Navigation based gear selection can be activated or
corners or corner length. The gearbox control unit also detremines deactivated by selective adaption using the diagnostic tester (refer
whether the vehicle is driving in or outside built-up areas. to page 53).
Freewheel mode Operating conditions
With the 8-speed automatic gearbox 0D5, the coasting mode is • The coasting mode must be activated in the infotainment
implemented by Audi for the first time in combination with a system.
conventional converter-type automatic gearbox. If the operating • Selector position D or the efficiency mode must be selected.
conditions are met, the engine and gearbox are disengaged within • The vehicle is travelling at a speed of between 160 and 55 kph.
the 170 – 40 kph speed range. This takes place in gears 5 – 8. In • Coasting mode (accelerator pedal not pressed)
coasting mode the vehicle utilises the available kinetic energy and • Uphill gradient < 3 %1) and downhill gradient < 4 %1), the
rolls without any engine braking effect. This helps save fuel within gradient of the road is determined by the longitudinal accelera-
the above-mentioned speed range. tion sensor of the brake electronics.
• Speed control not active – exception: ACC (adaptive cruise
In coasting mode, the engine runs at idle speed and the gear control) with PEA (predictive efficiency assist) – see next item.
position indicator displays only selector position D, E or M. The • Control by PEA (optional, market dependent).
gears are not shown. Each gear of the gearbox requires 3 shift PEA utilises the route data provided by the navigation system.
elements to establish traction. Since clutch D is required in Together with the likewise optional adaptive cruise control, PEA
gears 5 – 8, it is the disengaging element for coasting mode. is able to activate the coasting mode depending on the situation
Depending on the speed at which the vehicle is travelling, the if cruise control is active.
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gears are preselected by closing the corresponding shift elements. • The following applies to selector position D: The driver drives
economically and slowly eases his foot off the accelerator. If the
A special feature of the gear preselection function concerns driver takes his foot off the accelerator too quickly, the coasting
7th gear. As critical speeds can occur in the gearbox when clutch D mode will not be initiated. The following condition applies to
is open and brake A and clutch C are closed, 7th gear is not prese- efficiency mode: the drive takes his foot off the accelerator.
lected. When coasting in 8th gear, the gear is held for as long as
possible so that the driver can shift directly into 6th gear. If the Switch-off conditions
driver accelerates while in coasting mode, a delayed response is
noticeable because clutch D must be closed before accelerating. • Uphill or downhill gradient > 10 %1)
• Speed > 170 kph1) or < 40 kph1)
• Operation of the brake or accelerator.
• Selector position S is selected.
• tiptronic mode is selected via the tiptronic gate or the Tip- tip-
tronic selector.
• Cruise control active – if the cruise control system is on but
cruise control is not activated, this is not a switch-off condition
Shift matrix – exception: ACC (adaptive cruise control) with PEA (predictive
efficiency assist) – see next item.
The shift matrix shows the activation of the shift elements for • PEA utilises the route data provided by the navigation system.
gears 5 – 8. For further information about the shift schematic and Together with the likewise optional ACC, PEA is able to suppress
the shift matrix of the 0D5 gearbox, refer to SSP 457, page 28 ff. activation of the coasting mode depending on the situation.
and 44. The shift schematic of the 0D5 gearbox is largely identical This takes place regardless of the vehicle's speed, e.g. if the
to that of the 0BK and 0BL gearboxes. vehicle is approaching a built-up area or a roundabout. The
coasting mode is also suppressed if the vehicle approaches
Disengaging element (clutch D) other road users.
opened in coasting mode
• offroad mode activated
Shift matrix Activation of coasting mode using Tip+
5th gear
In overrun, the coasting mode can be activated using the Tip+
6th gear tiptronic selector under the above-mentioned conditions. This is
useful if for example the coasting mode is cancelled because the
7th gear
driver has briefly applied the brakes. In this case, the coasting
8th gear mode can be reactivated using the Tip+ selector. A requirement for
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this is that the operating conditions for coasting mode are met and
Brake closed that the shift program does not allow upshifts. If the shift program
Clutch closed allows an upshift using Tip+, this is performed, e.g. from D7 > M8.
The given values provide a guideline and are not binding. They
1)
may deviate depending on model version.
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Neutral control
The neutral control system disengages the engine from the This helps save fuel and reduces C02 emissions. In addition, the
gearbox when stopping or when the vehicle is stationary. The engine runs more smoothly and quietly at low idle torque. For this
engine idle torque can be reduced to a minimum because the reason, the neutral control system is activated directly after
engine does not have to work against the converter torque typically starting the engine provided that the operating conditions are
produced by converter-type automatic gearboxes. met.
Neutral control in 1st gear and R Operating conditions
As soon as the ATF pressure supply is ensured after the engine is • Full adaption of the shift elements (brakes, clutches)
started, brake A is closed and brake B is moved to the kisspoint. • ATF temperature > approx. 20 °C1)
The neutral control system is still not active (selector position P or • Gradient < 4 %1) (the gradient is determined by the longitudinal
N) at this point. acceleration sensor of the brake electronics.)
The neutral control system is active if the conditions are met, the • Selector position D or R
driver has applied the brake and selector position D or R is • Accelerator not pressed
selected. If selector position D is selected, clutch C of 1st gear is • Foot brake pressed
not initially closed. If selector position R is selected, clutch D of
R gear is likewise not initially closed.
As soon as the driver releases the brake, brake B and clutch C are
closed in selector position D (in selector position R, brake B and Switch-off conditions
clutch D are closed). Brake B, which is already at the kisspoint, is
closed with a steep rise in pressure, while clutches C or D are • Selector position S2) or the tiptronic mode
closed with a gentle rise in pressure. Traction can be comfortably • Brake released (unless the vehicle is secured by the electro-
established in this way. The remainder of the start-up operation is mechanical parking brake or hill start assist is active.)
performed using the torque converter. • Accelerator pressed
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Neutral control when start-stop mode is active Shift matrix
If the instruction is gievn to start the engine if start-stop mode is The shift matrix illustrates in excerpts the activation of the shift
active and the engine is at a standstill, the neutral control system elements for gears 1, 2 and R. For further information about the
is activated to start the engine. To accelerate ATF pressure buildup, shift schematic and the shift matrix of the 0D5 gearbox, refer to
the hydraulic pressure accumulator (HIS) assists the closing of SSP 457, page 28 ff. and 44. The shift operations of gearboxes 0BK
brake A and the movement of brake B to the kisspoint. and 0BL which are identical to those of the 0D5 gearbox are
The remainder of the operation follows the neutral control func- described here.
tion described above.
Stopping with the neutral control system

Shift matrix
When the vehicle is stopped by applying light pressure to the foot
brake, the system normally shifts down from 2nd to 1st gear R gear
immediately before the vehicle comes to a stop. As a result, the 1st gear
driver barely notices the 2-1 downshift.
To avoid stalling the engine when stopping, the converter lockup 2nd gear
clutch is always opened before the gearbox input speed reaches
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the engine idle speed.
With a further reduction in speed, the gearbox input speed drops Brake closed
below engine idle speed. The resultant converter slip produces a Brake at kisspoint
converter torque which the engine has to compensate by increas- Clutch closed
ing load.
To prevent this converter torque from being produced when con-
verter slip occurs, neutral control is activated in 2nd gear by
opening clutch E. If the driver releases the brake when the vehicle
is stationary, clutch E is closed for 2nd gear or clutch C for 1st gear The neutral control system can be activated or deactivated with the
depending on the speed of the vehicle. diagnostic tester by selective adaptation (refer to page 53).
1)
The given values provide a guideline and are not binding. They may deviate depending on model version.
2)
Neutral control is not activated selector position S in order to allow more direct drive-away. Without neutral control, clutch C or D is immediately closed when
selector positions S and R are selected. This is why traction is noticeable on selection of 1st gear or R gear, as is the traction reversal when shifting from
1st gear to R gear (or vice versa). This traction reversal is barely noticeable in selector position D. Reason: when neutral control is active, clutch C or D is opened
and traction cannot be established until the brake has been released.
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Start-stop system Downhill assist
The system helps save fuel and reduce CO2 emission. The downhill assist functions aids the driver on downhill gradients.
In start/stop mode, the engine is shut off automatically when the It is activated in selector positions D and S when the foot brake is
vehicle stops, e.g. at traffic lights. The ignition remains "off" during pressed or after the cruise control system is activated.
this stop phase. The engine is automatically restarted when The gearbox selects a gear appropriate to the gradient. Downhill
required. assist attempts to maintain the reduced speed within the bounds
of its physical and drive-related limitations.
The requirements for this are a very short starting time and that
the vehicle quickly be ready for drive-away. To enable the 0D5 It may be necessary to additionally correct the vehicle's speed with
gearbox to meet these requirements, it is equipped with a hydrau- the foot brake. Downhill assist cuts out again as soon as the
lic pulse accumulator (HIS). The function of this pulse accumulator gradient lessens or the accelerator is pressed. Downhill assist
is desfribed in SSP 457 from page 54 ff. cannot overcome the physical limitations of the vehicle and there-
fore cannot maintain a speed in all conditions. The driver must
always be ready to apply the brakes!
Service
Towing
If a vehicle with an 0B5 gearbox needs towing, the usual restric- Reason
tions on automatic gearboxes apply:
• Emergency release the parking lock When the engine is at standstill, the oil pump is not driven and
• Max. towing speed 50 kph certain parts of the gearbox are not lubricated. Failure to observe
• Max. towing distance 50 km the towing conditions can lead to serious gearbox damage.
• Do not tow the vehicle with the front or rear axle raised off the
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ground. Note: Note the other descriptions and notes on the topic of tow
starting and towing in the owner's manual.
Diagnostics, basic setting, adaptions, warnings
Diagnostics Basic setting
The electrical/electronic components as well as the control opera- The following adaption processes can be performed using the basic
tions of the 0D5 gearbox are diagnosed. The diagnostic results can setting function.
be queried using address word 02.
• Quick adaption when the vehicle is stationary, e.g. after chang-
Adaptation ing the ATF, replacing the brakes/clutches or the mechatronics
module.
The following functions can be activated or deactivated using the • Rest all programmed values, the adaption values of the clutches
adaption function of the diagnostic tester. can be read and collectively reset. It is not possible to reset
individual adaption values.
• Individual selector lever position display: The gear display for
selector lever positions D and S can be separately shown or
hidden in the instrument cluster by adapting the individual
selector lever position display. Selector lever position display is
always active in manual mode M (tiptronic mode).
• Route data: Navigation data based gear selection can be acti- Gearbox warning lights
vated or deactivated using the adaption function (refer to
page 51). If the yellow gearbox warning light appears in the
instrument cluster, it is normally possible to continue
• Automatic upshift: When the automatic upshift function is driving the vehicle. Driver information is displayed
activated, the gearbox shifts to the next higher gear before the telling the driver what to do.
engine speed limiter cuts in. If the automatic upshift function is
deactivated, the engine runs up to the speed limit without If the red gearbox warning light appears in the instru-
shifting up. ment cluster, the driver is instructed to stop the
vehicle.
• Neutral control: Navigation based gear selection can be acti-
vated or deactivated using this adaption function (refer to
page 52).
For detailed and current information, please refer to the vehicle
• tiptronic selector: This adaption function can be used to acti- owner's manual.
vate or deactivate tip shifting in D or S (refer to page 42).
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Chassis
Overall concept
The Audi Q7 (type 4M) is a comfortable companion. It tracks The Audi Q7 already offers excellent comfort even with the stand-
smoothly and confidently on the motorway and spoils its passen- ard steel suspension. Rolling is even smoother with the adaptive
gers with a high level of rolling comfort. On twisting country roads air suspension, which is managed by a newly developed central
it offers precise and agile handling. vehicle control unit that drives all body control systems. The new
The chassis also features numerous changes. Both the front and controllers developed by Audi for the air suspension and active
rear axles are five-link designs, replacing the double wishbone damping vary the body height and body comfort as a function of
axles of the previous model. The new elastomer bearings and the the situation.
separate springs and dampers at the rear axle respond very sensi- The Audi Q7 comes as standard with 18-inch wheels and
tively. The new electromechanical power steering with servotronic 255/65 tires in conjunction with the engine versions available at
function provides direct steering response - several of the new launch. Audi and quattro GmbH offer a large number of additional
driver assistance systems would not be possible without it. wheels in sizes up to 21 inches as options.
Compared with the previous model, the chassis of the new Audi Q7 Large, vented brake discs bring the SUV safely to a stop. They are
is over 100 kg lighter. The wheel suspension links for example are gripped up front by aluminium six-piston calipers. The electrome-
now made of aluminium and high-strength steel, the front axle chanical parking brake, updated with convenient hill hold and
prop shafts are hollow and the pivot bearings are aluminium startup functions, acts on the rear wheels.
forgings. Audi offers another groundbreaking innovation as an
option: all-wheel steering. New ESC and ACC generations provide the basis for a number of
driver assistance systems.
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Reference
For further information about the chassis and the ACC system, refer to Self Study Programme 633
"Audi Q7 (type 4M) Chassis".
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quattro all-wheel drive as standard with all Audi Q7 chassis. The following chassis versions are available:
Chassis versions Features
Standard chassis (1BA)1) The standard chassis comes as standard with steel springs and an unregulated
damping system.
Chassis with air suspension and elec- This chassis version is optional.
tronic damper control
(adaptive air suspension, 1BK)
Chassis with air suspension and elec- The sport chassis with air suspension is optional, too.
tronic damper control
(adaptive air suspension, 2MA)1)
Axles and wheel alignment

Front axle
The front axle is based on the Modular Longitudinal Platform The Audi Q7 adopts the tried and tested five-link axle concept
(MLBEvo). already used on other Audi models.
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Rear axle
The rear axle is also based on the Modular Longitudinal Platform By paying close attention to lightweight design, the weight of the
(MLBevo). The Audi Q7 features a newly developed five-link axle. axle has been reduced by 40 kg compared with the previous model.
1)
Production control number
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Chassis with air suspension and electronic damper control

(adaptive air suspension – aas)
The system is based on the aas systems already used on other The system will, in the future, also include control algorithms for
Audi models. A key new feature is the chassis control unit J775. other chassis control systems. The rear end can be lowered in order
This control unit houses the control software for the air suspension to simplify loading and unloading.
and damping systems.
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All-wheel steering
For the first time in an Audi model, rear axle steering is optional on The rear axle steering has a beneficial effect on driving dynamics
the Audi Q7. Depending on the actual speed of the vehicle and the and driving comfort. In general, the control system involves
driving situation, the tracking is adjusted dynamically. 2 different steering operations: countersteering and parallel
steering of the front and rear axles.
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Countersteering
One of the key aims for countersteering the front and rear wheels
is to improve handling at low speeds and to reduce the travel
envelope of the vehicle. The advantage for the driver is that less R1
steering effort is required given the same curve radius and the
same speed. The vehicle is much more manoeuvrable and agile. R2
To make full use of the advantages offered by the system,

countersteering is only activated in the low speed range (up to
approx. 60 kph). The graphic shows the advantage of rear axle
steering using the smallest turning circle as an example. Radius
R2, which is achieved using rear axle steering, is much smaller
than the radius (R1) achievable with traditional steering.
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Parallel steering (in same direction)
At higher vehicle speeds, the system responds to the driver's The change in the direction of travel is initiated much more harmo-
steering inputs by parallel steering the rear wheels. niously and comfortably and the danger of yaw oscillation is
reduced
The resulting yaw torque is much lower than in a vehicle with
front-steered wheels only. The immediate buildup of lateral (cor- In addition, the system also limits the yaw rate when the driver
nering) force at both axles signficantly reduces the transition time takes sudden evasive action through overproportional parallel
from the initial steering input to a steady-state condition - a steering of the rear wheels, thus increasing driving stability in
well-known effect which occurs in purely front-steered vehicles. critical situations.
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Brake system
The Audi Q7 is equipped with a generously dimensioned brake The paint coating on the brake discs contributes to the outstanding
system which offers a high performance reserve. The front axle appearance of the vehicle.
wheel brakes have lightweight aluminium calipers and lightweight The Audi Q7 is now equipped with the electronic parking brake
discs. Increased brake caliper rigidity conveys a direct and sporty (EPB). The foot controls and the brake servo are new developments
braking feel. All brake pads already meet the highest environmen- designed with a strong emphasis on weight saving. The Audi Q7
tal standard (copper free), which will not become a statutory features the new ESC system (ESP 9) by Robert Bosch AG - a high-
requirement until 2021. performance stability control system.
Fixed brake caliper used on the front axle Wheel brake with electro-mechanical parking brake on the rear
axle
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Steering system
The Audi Q7 now also has electromechanical steering (EPS), The steering wheels are available in various colours with colour-
which in terms of its design and function is identical to the system coordinated stitching. All available steering wheels are leather
already used on the current Audi A6 and A7 models. Special steer- bound. There are differences in regard to the decorative trims
ing maps were devised for the Audi Q7. used. As the Audi Q7 is exclusively equipped with tiptronic, all
A mechanically adjustable steering column is standard and an available steering wheels have tiptronic paddles. The four spoke
electrically adjustable steering column is optional. steering wheel and the three spoke steering wheel can, as an
The standard trim comprises a four spoke steering wheel. Two option, be ordered without a flat bottom with heater.
variants of the three spoke steering wheel are optional.
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Steering wheel Equipment Steering wheel Equipment
Four spoke steering wheel Three spoke steering wheel

Standard equipment without flat bottom
Three spoke steering wheel

with flat bottom
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

System overview
The fourth-generation ACC is featured for the first time on the As previously with the A6, A7 and A8 models, a master/slave
Audi Q7. The modified design and extended range of functions concept with 2 radar units is also implemented on the Audi Q7. As
provide a significant improvement in comfort. System availability before, each radar unit has its own control unit which is combined
has also been increased. For example, a system shut-down due to with the radar unit. Data is exchanged via the FlexRay bus.
insufficient sensor vision now takes effect much later than before.
The existing system limitations have been pushed further back by
the modified hardware. For example, radar signal reflection (which
can lead to misinterpretation when driving through tunnels) has
been minimised and is unlikely to cause the system to shut down.
New functions include the system response to stationary vehicles.

The measurement data generated by the ACC is an important basis
for the following new functions:
• Predictive efficiency assist

• Evasion assist
• Turning assist
• Traffic jam assist
• Distance indicator
• Distance warning
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ADR sender, right G259 and ADR sender, left G258 and
ACC control unit J428 (master) ACC control unit 2 J850 (slave)
Reference
For further information about the above functions, refer to Self Study Programme 633 "Audi Q7 (type 4M) Chassis".
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Wheels and tyres

The Audi Q7 comes as standard with 18" wheels. The 18" to 21" The "Tire Mobility System" is standard equipment. A size 3.5J x 19
wheels are optional. The range of tyres for the engine versions space saver spare wheel is optional. A jack offered as an optional
available at launch extends from 255/60 R18 to 285/40 R21. extra, or included if the car is ordered factory-fitted with winter
19" and 20" tyres with run-flat properties and 20" offroad tyres wheels or equipped with a space saver wheel (availability is coun-
with reinforced sidewalls are standard or optional in certain try-specific).
markets.
Standard wheels Optional wheels Winter wheels
8.0J x 18 ET25 8.5J x 19 ET28 8.0J x 18 ET25

Lightweight Flow form cast Lightweight
forged wheel wheel forged wheel
Suitable for snow 255/55 R19 Suitable for snow
chains chains
255/60 R18 255/60 R18
8.5J x 19 ET28 8.0J x 19 ET28

Flow form cast Flow form cast
wheel wheel
255/55 R19 Suitable for snow
chains
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M+S
9.0J x 20 ET33 8.0J x 20 ET28

Flow form cast Flow form cast
wheel wheel
285/45 R20 XL Suitable for snow
chains
255/50 R20 XL
M+S
9.5J x 21 ET31 9.0J x 20 ET33

Forged wheel Flow form cast
285/40 R21 XL wheel
285/45 R20 XL
M+S
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Low tyre pressure indicator
The second-generation low tyre pressure indicator (RKA+) is

available as basic equipment for the Audi Q7. In terms of design
and function, operation and driver information as well as service
and diagnosis functions, the system is identical to the systems
already in use in other Audi vehicles.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
A third-generation direct tyre pressure monitoring system is

optional for the Audi Q7.
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Electrical system
Installation locations of control units

Some of the control units shown in the overview are optional and/ Notes on the precise locations of the control units and instructions
or country-specific equipment. for fitting and removal can be found in the current service litera-
For reasons of clarity, not all control units fitted in the vehicle can ture.
be shown here.
J428 J505 J387
J364
J1023
A27
J794
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J844
J500 J869 J685 J775 J234
E87 R242
J587
J853
J533
J764
J898 J285 J527
J623
A31 J104
J1018 J519
J850 J386
Key:
A27 Right LED headlight power module 1 J345 Trailer detector control unit
A31 Left LED headlight power module 1 J364 Auxiliary heater control unit
J386 Door control unit, driver side
E87 Air conditioner/Climatronic operating and display unit J387 Door control unit, front passenger side
E265 Rear air conditioner/Climatronic operating and display unit J393 Central control unit for comfort/convenience system
E380 Multimedia system operating unit J428 ACC control unit
J500 Power steering control unit
J104 ABS control unit J502 Control unit for tyre pressure monitoring
J136 Seat and steering column adjustment control unit with J505 Control unit for windscreen heater
memory J519 Onboard power supply control unit
J234 Airbag control unit J521 Control unit for passenger seat adjustment with memory
J245 Sliding sunroof control unit function
J285 Instrument panel control unit J525 Digital sound package control unit
J527 Steering column electronics control unit
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J927
J857 R78 J769
J880
J521 J1019
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J245 E265 J605
J502
J136
J525
J345 J928 J770
R161 J393
J926
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J533 Data bus diagnostic interface J857 Seat adjustment control unit, 3rd seat row
J587 Selector lever sensors control unit J869 Structure-borne sound control unit
J605 Rear lid control unit J880 Reducing agent metering system control unit
J623 Engine control unit J898 Windscreen projection system control unit
J685 MMI display J926 Door control unit, rear driver side
J764 Electrical steering column lock control unit J927 Door control unit, rear passenger side
J769 Audi lane assist control unit J928 Surround view camera control unit
J770 Audi lane assist control unit 2 J1018 Control unit for light control, left
J772 Reversing camera system control unit J1019 Rear steering control unit
J775 Chassis control unit J1023 Control unit for light control, right
J794 Information electronics control unit 1
J844 Main beam assist control unit R78 TV tuner
J850 ACC control unit 2 R161 DVD auto changer
J853 Night vision system control unit R242 Front camera for driver assistance systems
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Topology
The topology shows all control units with connectivity to the bus Some of the control units shown here are optional or country-
systems. specific equipment or are due for rollout at a later date.
Flap control control Front air conditioner/Climatronic Rear air conditioner/Cli-

motors operating and display unit matronic operating and
1 – 15 E87 display unit
E265
Door control unit, Driver side door Ioniser, Auxiliary air heater Flap control control
rear driver side control unit driver side control unit motors
J926 J386 J1105 J604 1 – 7
Door control unit, Passenger side Fresh air blower Humidity sender in Rear ioniser,
rear passenger side door control unit control unit fresh air intake passenger side
J927 J387 J126 duct J1108
G657
Valve block 1 in Seat and steering Rear fresh air fan Air quality sensor
driver seat column adjustment control unit G238
N475 control unit with J391
memory function
J136 Diagnostic port
Valve block 2 in Flap control control High pressure

driver seat motors sender
N476 1 – 5 G65
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front passenger seat seat adjustment J533
N477 control unit with
memory
J521
Valve block 2 in Control unit for elec- Multifunction

front passenger seat trically adjustable steering wheel
N478 steering column control unit
J866 J453
Articulation angle Trailer recognition Seat back fan 1 + 2, Garage door oper- Light switch
sensor for tow bar control unit front left ating unit E1
G820 J345 V512 + V513 E284
Seat adjustment Seat cushion fan Garage door opener Wiper motor
control unit, 1 + 2, control unit control unit
3rd seat row front left J530 J400
J857 V514 + V515
Sliding sunroof Seat back fan 1 + 2, Automatic anti daz- Rain and light
adjustment front right zle rear view mirror detector sensor
control unit V516 + V517 Y7 G397
J245
Rear hatch Seat cushion fan Roof electronics Humidity sensor

control unit 1 + 2, control unit G355
J605 front right J528
V518 + V519
Heated windscreen Electronic steering Onboard power supply control unit

control unit column lock J519
J505 control unit
J764
Anti-theft alarm Alarm horn Rear hatch opening Interior light Interior light
sensor H12 control unit module module
G578 J938
Central control unit for comfort/convenience system

J393
Key:
Convenience CAN Infotainment CAN bus
Hybrid CAN Diagnostics CAN bus
Extended CAN Flex Ray
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For presentation purposes, the FlexRay topology does not mirror

the actual configuration of the control units. This also applies to
the control units on the MOST bus.
Driver side volume TV tuner Digital sound pack-

control R78 age control unit
E67 J525
Multimedia system DVD changer

operating unit R161
E380
MMI display Information elec- Control unit in dash

J685 tronics control panel insert
unit 1 J285
J794
Battery monitor
control unit
J367
Alternator Selector lever sen- Control unit for wind-

C sors control unit screen projection
J587 (head-up display)
J898
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Reducing agent
metering system
control unit
J880
L/H control unit for Front camera for Engine control unit NOx sender Control unit for
light control driver assistance J623 control unit night vision system
J1018 systems J583 J853
R242
R/H control unit for ABS control unit Radiator louvre NOx sender Camera for night
light control J104 control motor control unit 2 vision system
J1023 V544 J881 R212
Left LED headlight Automatic gearbox Steering column Particulate sensor Reversing camera
power module 1 control unit electronics G784 system control unit
A31 J217 control unit J772
J527
or
Right LED headlight ACC control unit ACC control unit 2 Structure-borne Surround view
power module 1 J428 J850 sound control unit camera control unit
A27 J869 J928
Rear axle steering Chassis control unit Auxiliary heater Tyre pressure
control unit J775 control unit monitor system
J1019 J364 control unit
J502
Power steering Adaptive suspen- Remote control Main beam assist

control unit sion compressor receiver for auxiliary control unit
J500 motor heater J844
V66 R64
Operating unit 1 for Airbag Front left seat Audi side assist
drive and comfort/ control unit belt tensioner control unit
convenience functions J234 control unit J769
E791 J854
Seat occupancy Front right seat Audi side assist

recognition belt tensioner control unit 2
control unit control unit J770
J706 J855
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Modular Infotainment Platform (MIB) CAN MOST bus
LIN bus LVDS
Sub-bus systems "OR" configuration
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Infotainment
The infotainment systems of the Audi Q7 (type 4M) have been MMI Radio (I7Y)
completely revised compared to the previous model. The Audi Q7 is
the first Audi model to feature the 2nd generation MIB Standard in
addition to the 2nd generation MIB High. The Audi Q7 features a
new operating concept first rolled out in the Audi TT (type FV).
Where the previous model was still equipped with the 3rd genera-
tion MMI, the Audi Q7 features the generation after next.
Standard equipment
Overview of versions 7.0“ TFT colour monitor with 800 x 480 pixel resolution
Without navigation (7Q0)

3 versions of the MMI are available on the Audi Q7:
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• MMI radio
7“ display in the instrument cluster with driver information system
• MMI Radio plus (9S7)
AM/FM radio with phase diversity
• MMI Navigation plus
CD drive (MP3, WMA, AAC)

From a technical point of view, MMI Radio and MMI Radio plus are
identical to the second-generation MIB Standard. 1 SDXC card readers
MMI Navigation plus is a second-generation MIB High system.
AUX-in jack and one 5V USB charging port (UE3)
Basic sound system (8RM)
Optional equipment
Provision for Rear Seat Entertainment (9WM)
Reference
For further information about the infotainment system in the Audi Q7, refer to Self Study Programme 637
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MMI Radio plus (I8E) MMI Navigation plus (I8H)
7.0“ TFT colour monitor with 800 x 480 pixel resolution 8.3“ TFT colour monitor with 1024 x 480 pixel resolution
Without navigation (7Q0) 3D SSD navigation system (7UG)1)

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7“ display in the instrument cluster with driver information system 7“ display in the instrument cluster with driver information system
(9S7) (9S7)
AM/FM radio with phase diversity AM/FM radio with phase diversity and background tuner
Jukebox (approx. 11 GB)
CD drive (MP3, WMA, AAC) DVD drive (audio/video)
1 SDXC card readers 2 SDXC card readers
Audi music interface with 2 USB ports and AUX-in jack (UE7) Audi music interface with 2 USB ports and AUX-in jack (UE7)
Audi sound system (9VD) Audi sound system (9VD)
Bluetooth interface (9ZX) Bluetooth interface (9ZX)
UMTS/LTE data module (EL3)2)
Provision for Rear Seat Entertainment (9WM) Provision for Rear Seat Entertainment (9WM)
Audi phone box (9ZE) Audi phone box (9ZE)3)
Audi connect (IT1)
Bose Sound System with 3D sound (9VS) Bose Sound System with 3D sound (9VS)
Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System with 3D sound (8RF)
Audi virtual cockpit (9S8)
Digital radio DAB (QV3)4) Digital radio DAB (QV3)4)
TV tuner (QV1)3)
DVD changer (6G2)
1)
7UH for countries without navigation map data
2)
EL0 for markets without Audi connect
3)
The Audi connect data module will then become a fully fledged telephone module mit SAP (SIM Access Profile).
4)
If digital radio (QV3) and TV tuner (QV1) are ordered together, the PRNR is QU1.
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Air conditioning
Introduction
The Audi Q7 (type 4M) comes with two A/C versions which offer the The front A/C operating and display unit E87 uses fewer buttons
customer very high air quality in the cabin. Both in fresh air mode and controls, making for intuitive operation of the air conditioning
and in circulation mode, the air conditioning system filters out the system. Depending on trim level, 3-zone systems may be added as
tiniest of fine dust particles. MID or MIX systems at a later date (refer to air conditioning
The Audi Q7 is equipped as standard with a newly developed workshop manual).
2-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning system. The front A/C
operating and display unit has two rotary dials for temperature In the 4 zone system, the right-hand side of the dash panel
control into which the temperature displays are integrated. includes a continuous air vent strip which provides indirect and
draft-free air flow into the cabin.
Four-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning is optional. A display
with toggle switches shows the status of selected functions. The Audi Q7 is optionally available with up to two ionisers. They
Touching the toggle switches enlarges the menu for easier legibil- improve air quality in the cabin for the driver and rear right pas-
ity and operation. senger in particular.
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Rear heater and air conditioner Front ioniser Front heater and air conditioner
Rear ioniser Continuous air vent strip

(wide band outlet) on the
front passenger side
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Versions
Various air conditioning systems are used in the Audi Q7. The The rear A/C control panel is called the "rear air conditioner/
choice of version depends on the trim level chosen by the cus- Climatronic operating and display unit E265" and can be diagnosed
tomer. in 4-zone systems under the address word 28.
The front A/C control panel has the component name "air condi-
tioner/Climatronic operating and display unit E87" and can be
accessed in the diagnostic tester under the address word 08.
2-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning 3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning
2-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning is available as the basic Some models may come equipped with 3-zone deluxe automatic
air conditioning system. It can be configured to provide two air conditioning, depending on trim level, model and country-
different temperature zones for the driver and front passenger. specific regulations. These air conditioning systems have a rear air
There are vents in the rear centre console for the rear passengers. distributor housing and rear air conditioner/Climatronic operating
and display unit E265.
The rear air conditioner/Climatronic operating and display unit

E265 of these 3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning systems
have a central LED display for temperature indication in the rear
cabin.
Front A/C control panel Rear A/C control panel

(3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning only; no diagnosis
Infrared interior termperature sensor, non-ventilated possible using address word 28)
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Rear air distributor housing

(3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning only)
B post and left footwell Rear right vent Rear fresh air blower
shut-off flap control motor control motor V80
V212 V316
Rear left vent

control motor
V315
B post and right footwell Rear fresh air fan control unit
shut-off flap control motor J391
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4-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning
A rear air conditioner/Climatronic operating and display unit E265 To create 2 different temperature zones for the rear cabin, a rear
with 2 adjustable temperature controls is used for the rear cabin heater and air conditioner is fitted.
climate control in vehicles with 4-zone deluxe automatic air condi-
tioning.
Front A/C control panel Rear A/C control panel
Infrared interior termperature sensor, non-ventilated
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Rear heater and air conditioner
B post and left footwell shut-off Rear left temperature Rear right temperature Rear air recirculation
flap control motor flap control motor flap control motor flap control motor
V212 V313 V314 V421
Rear left vent control motor

V315
Rear fresh air blower

V80
Rear fresh air fan control unit

J391
B post and right footwell shut-off Rear right vent control motor
flap control motor V211 V316
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Heater and air conditioner

The different air conditioning versions in the case of the Audi Q7 The control motors are all identical and their function is pro-
require a different number of control motors in the air conditioners. grammed by auto addressing. When replacing the control motors,
In the full specification, there are 17 control motors in the air the basic setting procedure must be carried out by service person-
conditioner. nel.
If repair work is needed, the following components of the air If repair work is needed, the cables and plugs leading to the
conditioner can be removed and replaced without removing the control motors and the cable connections to the temperature
dash panel: sensor must not be interchanged because the components could
otherwise be incorrectly addressed. Incorrect addressing can lead
• the control motors to complaints regarding the A/C control system, even if this incor-
• the heat exchanger rect addressing may not necessarily be identified as a fault by the
• the auxiliary heater heating element Z35 and the auxiliary air system.
heater control unit J604
• the fresh air blower V2 and the fresh air blower control unit J126
• the heater heat exchanger
Front air conditioner, high version
Temperature flap control motor, left V158
Defroster flap control motor

V107
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Central vent control motor,

left
V110
Left side vent control motor

Coolant pipes to heat
V299
exchanger
Left footwell temperature

flap control motor
V411
Rear temperature flap

control motor
V137
Expansion valve for refrigerant circuit
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temperature sender motor, right motor, right V159
G261 V300 V111
Right footwell vent tem-

perature sender
G262
Rear air distributor flap control motor

V427
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V443 motor, right flap control motor
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Flushing the evaporator
The air conditions in the Audi Q7 have a service opening for flush- Side vent control Right footwell temperature
ing the evaporator if the customer complains about unpleasant motor, right flap control motor
V300 V412
odour.
The evaporator can be cleaned using cleaning lance VAG 1538/x

(refer to Special tools / workshop equipment catalogue) as
directed in the workshop manual.
The service opening be drilled open for this purpose. On comple-

tion of cleaning, the service opening can be resealed with a plug
(refer to Electronic Parts Catalogue).
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motor, right flushing the evaporator
V109
Fresh air blower

Removing the dust and pollen filter V2
Fresh air blower control unit
The dust and pollen filter is available in several versions – with and J126
without an activated carbon filter layer.
It can be accessed through the front passenger footwell. To take

out the dust and pollen filter, the insulating mat, lower front
passenger side dash panel and the shaft cover must first be
removed. The dust and pollen filter can then be pulled out.
To reinstall, the filter must be flexed slightly to adapt it to the

shape of the filter shaft.
The replacement interval for the dust and pollen filter differs from
one country to another. Refer to the applicable maintenance list.
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Shaft cover of dust and pollen filter, in

front passenger footwell
Note
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Ionisers
Driver side ioniser J1105
Depending on trim level, the Audi Q7 can have up to 2 ionisers: The higher the concentration of oxygen ions in the air, the higher
the wellbeing factor for humans and vehicle occupants. In addition
• Driver side ioniser J1105 to the temperature and humidity in the vehicle interior, the con-
centration of negative oxygen ions is a key factor for achieving high
• Rear passenger side ioniser J1108 air quality.
The task of the ionisers in the vehicle is to increase the concentra- The driver side ioniser J1105 is installed in the air duct leading to
tion of negatively charged oxygen ions in the occupant cell and to the dash panel vent on the driver side. The button for operating
neutralise possible odours in the air-conditioned air flowing past. the front ioniser, the driver side ioniser button E830, is integrated
in the trim of the left dash panel ioniser.
Dash panel vent Emitter with ion outlet Air duct Front heater and air
driver side conditioner
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J1105
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Rear ioniser
The rear passenger side ioniser J1108 is only available is models The rear passenger side ioniser button E833 is integrated in the
with the "High" air conditioning system. It is located in the air duct B post trim.
in the right B post.
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Wide band outlet
B post air duct, right
B post vent, right
Emitter with ion outlet
Rear passenger side ioniser

J1108
Rear passenger side

ioniser button
E833
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Auxiliary heater
The optional auxiliary heater is mounted at the front left above the In diesel models equipped with the optional auxiliary heater, the
side member, as seen in the direction of travel. fuel-operated auxiliary heater can be operated as an additional air
heater. In this case, the vehicle does not come equipped with an
The auxiliary heater can be operated by MMI or remote control. electrical auxiliary heater.
The remote controls currently have the same functions as those
available for the Audi A8 (type 4H). In diesel models not equipped with the auxiliary heater, an electri-
cal auxiliary heater – auxiliary air heater element Z35 with auxiliary
• Departure time programming air heater control unit J604 – may be used.
• Timer programming (by MMI or remote control) The water circuit for the auxiliary heater is controlled by the heater
coolant shut-off valve N279. This valve is reponsible for the
• Heating effect (defrost / heat) comfort function of the auxiliary heater, where it primarily heats
the vehicle interior. The heater coolant shut-off valve N279 is
• Auxiliary heating is automatically selected depending on the located at the bottom of the engine bay behind the auxiliary heater
prevailing temperatures. and directly above the right cross member.
Auxiliary air heater element Z35 Heater coolant shut-off valve

with auxiliary air heater control unit J604 N279
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Windscreen defroster
At low ambient temperatures, the windscreen heater is switched The system runs on a voltage of 42 V, which is supplied by the
on in addition to the blower. By pressing and holding down the heated windscreen control unit J505 (DC-DC converter). The
windscreen defrost button, the entire air from the air conditioner is control unit is mounted directly below the windscreen, on the
directed onto the windscreen and the windscreen heater is acti- right, on the outside of the A post.
vated. The flashing LED in the button indicates that the windscreen
heater has also been activated. The windscreen is heated by a low-ohmic film integrated in the
windscreen.
The optional windscreen heater is only available for vehicles with

heat-insulating glass.
Front A/C operating and display unit E87

with windscreen defrost button
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Heated windscreen control unit
J505 (DC-DC converter)
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Service
Inspection and maintenance

The following service intervals are displayed: • Oil change service
• Mileage-based service events
• Time-based service events
Example of a service interval display
Handbook
Service intervals
Flexible service event Next oil change:

-- / --
Next inspection:
in 30,000 km / 640 days
Mileage-based service event Time-based service event

CAR systems
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In new vehicles, the next oil change due box (flexible servicing The value in the mileage-based servicing events field is now
event) is initially blank. 30,000 km for new vehicles and is decremented in increments of
This interval has to be computed from the driving profile and 100 km. The value in the field for the time-based servicing events
engine load, and is not displayed until about 500 km have been is now 730 days (2 years) for new vehicles and is updated on a daily
covered. The display "Oil change due" then switches to "Next oil basis (upwards of a total mileage of about 500 km).
change".
3.0l V6 TDI 3.0l V6 TFSI
Oil change According to service interval display, between 15,000 km / 1 year and
30,000 km / 2 years depending on driving style and conditions of use.
Inspection 30,000 km / 2 years 30,000 km / 2 years
Pollen filter change interval 60,000 km / 2 years 60,000 km / 2 years
Air filter change interval 90,000 km 90,000 km
Brake fluid change interval Change after 3, 5, ... years Change after 3, 5, ... years
Spark plug change interval – 90,000 km / 6 years
Fuel filter change interval 90,000 km –
Timing gear Chain (lifetime) Chain (lifetime)
Note
The specifications in the current service literature generally apply.
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Overview of maintenance intervals for vehicles in the USA and Canada
The Audi Q7 is subject to fixed inspection and maintenance inter- The value for the next inspection is 15,000 miles / 730 days for
vals in the USA and Canada. new vehicles. After this, the next inspection with oil change is set
to 20,000 miles / 730 days.
The value for the next oil change is 5,000 miles / 365 days for new
vehicles. The next oil change after this is fixed at 10,000 miles /
365 days.
Inspection with oil change

Oil change service
Oil change service
Oil change service

5000 miles / 15,000 miles / 25,000 miles / 35,000 miles / 45,000 miles /
1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years
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Overview of maintenance intervals for vehicles in China
The Audi Q7 is subject to fixed inspection and maintenance inter- In China, an oil change is performed during the first service visit
vals in China. only. There is no provision for a separate oil change subsequent to
this.
The value for the next oil change is 5,000 kilometres / 365 days for An oil change will then always performed in conjunction with each
new vehicles. The value indicated for the next inspection is inspection. The display now indicates when the next service visit is
10,000 kilometres / 365 days for new vehicles. due every 10,000 km / 365 days.

Oil change service
5,000 km / 10,000 km / 20,000 km / 30,000 km / 40,000 km /

1 year 365 days later 365 days later 365 days later 365 days later
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Self study programmes

For more information about the technology of the Audi Q7, please
refer to the following self study programmes.
SSP 624 fourth-generation Audi 3.0l SSP 633 Audi Q7 (type 4M)
V6 TFSI engine (evo) Chassis
Order number: A13.5S01.08.20 Order number: A15.5S01.18.20
SSP 634 Audi Q7 (type 4M) SSP 635 Audi Q7 (type 4M)
Onboard power supply and networking Driver assistance systems

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SSP 636 Audi Q7 (type 4M) SSP 637 Audi Q7 (type 4M)
Trailer assist Occupant protection and infotainment
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Audi Q7 (type 4M)

The great quattro

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Engines Assistance systems

Headlights Air conditioning

Body Power transmission

Displays and operation Chassis

978 2994 1080

Exterior dimensions and weights Inner dimensions and other specifications

Length in mm 5052 Front cabin width in mm 15713)

Width (not including exterior 1968 Front headroom in mm 10714)

Height in mm 1741 Through-loading width in mm 1086

Front track width in mm 1679 Load sill height in mm 788

Rear track width in mm 1691 Luggage capacity of 5-seater in l 890/20757)

Wheelbase in mm 2994 Luggage capacity of 7-seater in l 7708)/19559)

Kerb weight in kg 19701) Capacity of fuel tank in l 75/8510)

Gross vehicle weight in kg 27401), 2)

Drag coefficient cw 0.32

Aluminum castings, extruded sections and panels are used in the

The doors, which save 24 kg in weight, as well as the front wings,

Ultra high strength steel (hot-formed)

Advanced high strength steel

High strength steel

Low strength steel

Ultra-high-strength hot-formed components

The body is held together by the following types of join:

"Cold" joining methods "Hot" joining methods

• 2125 punch rivets (semi-hollow rivets) • 2579 spot welds

New joining techniques

Punch riveting with semi-hollow rivets is a well-known method in

Friction element welding

together in order to homogenise the zones in which the micro-

Joining techniques in overview

Similar types of join Mixed design

Aluminium / aluminium Steel / steel Aluminium / steel Aluminium / steel

FDS screwing MAG welding FDS screwing Friction element welding

Clinching Clinching Seaming

Laser welding Seaming

Glass panel 2 (fixed) Glass panel 1

Panoramic glass sunroof

Frame for Direction of travel

Aerodynamics and aeroacoustics

Radiator louvre closed

Radiator louvre open

Electric rear lid

Rear hatch power latching system motor

Rear hatch lock with

Windscreen Option Rear window

Windscreen Option Rear window

0.76 mm of acoustic film (composite film 1) 632_068

0.05 mm of infrarred filter

0.38 mm of composite film 2

Swivelling ball joint motor

Articulation angle sensor for tow bar

Preparation for trailer operation

Individual contour seat

Multi-contour seat control unit, front