Instruments and warning/indicator lights
Engine cold
As long as the needle remains at the left end of the gauge, the
engine still has not reached its operating temperature . Avoid high
engine speeds, heavy engine loads and heavy throttle.
Normal temperature
When the engine has reached its operating temperature, the needle
will move into the middle of the gauge and remain there. If the
engine is working hard at high outside temperatures, the needle
may turn further to the right . This is no cause for concern as long as
the
..J_ warning light in the instrument cluster does not illuminate.
Warning light -L
When the J_ warning light starts to flash, this can mean one of two
things: either the coolant
temperature is too high, or the coolant
level is too low => page 37.
If the needle is well on the right side of the gauge, the coolant
temperature is too high.
Stop the vehicle, switch the engine off and
allow it to cool. If the warning light comes on again after driving a
short distance, contact an authorized Audi dealer .
& WARNING
• Always observe the warning in => page 193, "Working in the
engine compartment" before opening the engine compartment lid
and checking the engine coolant level.
• Never open the engine compartment lid if you see or hear
steam, or if you see engine coolant dripping from the engine
compartment. You could burn yourself. Let the engine cool off first
so that you cannot hear or see any steam or engine coolant .
0 Note
• Mounting additional lights or accessories in front of the air inlets
reduces the cooling effect of the radiator. At high outside tempera -
tures or high engine load, the engine could overheat.
• The front spoiler has been designed to properly distribute the
cooling air when the vehicle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged,
this could reduce the cooling effect and the engine could then over-
heat. Ask your authorized Audi dealer for assistance. •
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge works only when the ignition is on. When the needle
reaches the red area, the warning light in the instrument cluster will
illuminate =>
page 38 6) . This means you have approximately
2.6 gallons (10 liters) of fuel left in the tank.
Time to refuel!
The total tank capacity of your vehicle is listed in Technical data
=> page 258.
0 Note
Never run the tank completely dry! An irregular supply of fuel can
cause engine misfiring and fuel could enter into the exhaust
system. The catalytic converter could then overheat and be
damaged. •
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