Audi Q7: All wheel drive (quattro)
Description
Applies to: vehicles with all wheel drive
The all-wheel drive system distributes the driving power variably to the front and rear axle to improve the driving characteristics. It works together with selective wheel torque control, which can activate when driving through curves.
Applies to: vehicles with quattro ultra: If the driving situation does not require all wheel drive, then the rear section of the drivetrain will decouple to save fuel. The system constantly determines and anticipates if all wheel drive is needed.
This allows the rear drivetrain to recouple shortly before it is needed.
The all-wheel drive system is designed for high
motor power. Your vehicle is exceptionally powerful
and has excellent driving characteristics both
under normal driving conditions and on snow and
ice. Always read and follow safety precautions
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WARNING
- Even in vehicles with all wheel drive, you should adapt your driving style to the current road and traffic conditions to reduce the risk of an accident.
- The braking ability of your vehicle is limited
to the traction of the wheels. In this way, it
is not different from a two wheel drive vehicle.
Do not drive too fast because this increases the risk of an accident.
- Note that on wet streets, the front wheels
can "hydroplane'" if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive
vehicles, the motor RPM does not increase
suddenly when the vehicle begins hydroplaning.
Adapt your speed to the road conditions to reduce the risk of an accident.
Sport differential
Applies to: vehicles with sport differential
The sport differential distributes the drive power to the rear axle based on the situation. The goal is a high level of agility and ability to accelerate on curves. The vehicle is very responsive to steering.
The settings depend on the selected Audi drive select* mode.
Messages
The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment:
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Sport differential:
malfunction! Please contact
Service
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.
Sport differential:
temperature too high.
Please adapt driving style
The transmission temperature has increased significantly due to the sporty driving manner. Drive in a less sporty manner until the temperature returns to the normal range and the indicator light switches of.
WARNING
Contact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility if the sport differential is faulty or malfunctioning. The repair must be performed by trained personnel using the correct oil in order to ensure safety.
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Electronic Stabilization
Control
Description
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical situations,
such as if the vehicle is
Driving with a trailer
General information
Your vehicle is primarily intended for transporting
people and luggage. However, if you drive
with a trailer, follow the technical requirements,
the operation and driving tips, and
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Opening and closing the luggage compartment lid with foot motion
Applies to: vehicles with sensor-controlled luggage compartment
lid
Fig. 29 Vehicle rear: foot motion (example)
The luggage compartment lid can be opened and
closed automatically 1).
Requirements: you must be carrying your convenience
key* with you. The ignition must be switched
off. You must be
Software update
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with software update
You can update your vehicle's software.
The functions depend on the country and vehicle
equipment:
Update through the online system update
Map material update for the navigation system
Have the software update performed by an authorized
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