Audi TT Coupe 2016 - Engine Compartment

Checking and Filling
function of the emiss ion control syst em
and could lead to damage.
@ For the sake of the environment
Even when the Emission Control System is op-
erating properly, the exhaust gas can have a
sulfur-like
exhaust gas smell under some op-
erating states. This depends on the sulfur
content of the fuel being used. Using a differ-
ent brand of fuel may help, or filling the tank
with lead-free super grade gasoline.
Engine compartment
Working in the engine compartment
Special care is required if you are working in the
engine compartment
For work in the engine compartment such as
checking and filling flu ids , there is a risk of in-
jury, scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
reason, follow all the following li s ted warnings
and general safety precautions . The engine
compartment is a da ngerous area . ~ & .
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A WARNING
- Turn the engine off.
- switch the ignition off.
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Set the parking brake.
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Place the selector lever in the P position.
- Let
the engine cool down.
- Never
open the hood when you see that
steam or coolant drips from the eng ine
compartm ent- there is a danger of burns!
Wait until no steam or coolant flows out.
- Keep children away from the engine com-
partment.
- Never spill flu ids on a hot engine. These flu-
ids (such
as the freeze protection contained
in the coolant) can catch fire.
- Avoid
short circuits in the electrical system,
especially the battery.
- When working in the engine compartment,
remember that the radiator fan can switch
on even
if the ignition is switched off, which
increases
the risk of personal injury.
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- Never open the cap on the coolant expan-
sion
tank when the engine is warm. The
cooling
system is under pressure.
- To protect your face, hands, and arms from
hot steam or coolant, cover the cap with a
large cloth when opening.
- Do not remove the engine cover under any
circumstances. This increases the risk of
burns.
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If tests need to be performed with the en-
gine running, there is additional danger due
to moving components (such as the ribbed
belt, alternator and radiator fan) and from
the high voltage i gnit ion system.
- Do not under any circumstances g iv e gas in-
advertently (for example, by hand from the
engine compart ment) if the vehicle is sta-
tionary but the engine is running and a gear
is engaged. Otherwise the vehicle wi ll start
to move immediately and could result in a
crash.
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Pay attention to the following warnings list-
ed when work on the fuel system or on the
electrical equipment is required.
- Always
disconnect the vehicle battery
from the vehicle electrical system.
- Do not smoke.
- Never work near open flames.
-A lways have a working fire extinguisher
nearby
- To reduce
the risk of electr ic shock and in-
jury, never
touch the following components
when t he engine is running or is being start-
ed:
- Ignition cable
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Other components in the electronic high
voltage ignition system
- If you must check or perform work on the
engine while it is running:
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Set the parking brake and place the selec-
tor lever in the P (park) position first.
- Always
proceed with extreme caution so
that clothing, jewelry or long hair do not
become caught in the radiator fan, fan
belt or other moving components or do
not come into contact with hot compo-
nents. Tie back long hair before beginning .,..