2022 Audi Q8 Owner’s Manual

The 2022 Audi Q8 shows how committed Audi is to luxury, new technology, and speed in full-size luxury SUVs. Audi has a long history of making great cars, and the Q8 is a great example of how dedicated the company is to making driving more enjoyable. The 2022 Q8 is a great blend of luxury, comfort, and versatility thanks to its unique form, high-tech features, and range of powerful engines. The Q8 is for people who want a full-size luxury SUV that is both refined and fun to drive, whether they are driving in the city or going on a long trip.

Starting and stopping the engine automated

This applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system The system checks if certain conditions are met before and during the Stop phase, and determines if the engine stops and how long it remains stopped. For example, if power usage is high, the engine will not be stopped. Along with other conditions, the following factors influence the automatic engine start or stop:

• Environmental conditions (slopes, inclines, elevation, temperature)
• Battery (charge status, temperature, power usage)
• Engine temperature
• Assist systems
• Driving behavior

Messages
This applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system

The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment:

• Drive system: please start the vehicle manually

This message appears when specific conditions are not met during a Stop phase. The Start/Stop system will not be able to restart the engine. The engine must be started with the START ENGINE STOP] button.

Vehicle starting system: malfunction! Please contact Service
There is a malfunction in the Start/Stop system. Drive the vehicle to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Service Facility as soon as possible to have the malfunction corrected.

Brakes

General information
You can apply the vehicle’s brakes using the brake pedal.

Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the speed, braking force, and outside conditions such as temperature and humidity.

Braking effect
The response time from the brakes depends on the weather and environmental conditions. To ensure the optimal braking effect, the brake system is cleaned at regular intervals. This is done by applying the brake pads to the brake rotors for a short period of time when driving at high speeds when the windshield wipers are switched on. If the brake system becomes damp, for example after driving in heavy rain, the braking effect may be delayed. Other factors that could temporarily increase the response time of the brakes include:

• Wet conditions
• Low temperatures, ice, and snow
• Roads covered in salt
• Dirty brake pads

Corrosion
Corrosion may form on the brake rotors if there is no heavy braking, if the vehicle is not driven for long periods of time, or if the vehicle is not driven frequently or for long distances. In this case, braking heavily several times while driving at high speeds can clean the brake rotors > A\.

Brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braking effect during the first 250 miles (400 km). They must be “broken in” first. However, you can compensate for the slightly reduced braking force by pressing firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy braking during the break-in period. Brake pad wear depends largely on the way the vehicle is driven and on operating conditions. Brake pad wear increases when driving frequently in the city or short distances or when using a very sporty driving style.

Ceramic brakes
Applies to: vehicles with ceramic brakes
Ceramic brakes provide excellent deceleration rates. The break-in period for new ceramic brakes may be significantly longer than for standard brake rotors. The properties of the material may also cause noise, especially when driving at lower speeds. Ceramic brakes also absorb more moisture in wet conditions. Therefore, there will temporarily be less braking force than when the brakes are dry. You can compensate for this by pressing the brake pedal harder.

Automatic post-collision braking system
The automatic post-collision braking system can help to reduce the risk of sliding and of additional collisions after an accident. If the airbag control module detects a collision, the vehicle is braked by the ESC.

The vehicle does not brake automatically if one of the following occurs:

• The driver presses the accelerator pedal, or
• The braking force generated by the pressed brake pedal is greater than the braking force that would be initiated by the system
• The ESC, the brake system, or the vehicle electrical system is not functioning

WARNING

• Only apply the brakes for the purpose of cleaning the brake system when road and traffic conditions permit. You must not endanger other road users and increase the risk of an accident.
• Due to the risk of injury, only have an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility work on the brake system. Incorrect repairs could impair the function.
• Never let the vehicle roll while the engine is stopped because this increases the risk of an accident.
• During automatic braking maneuvers, the brake pedal may move downward automatically. To reduce the risk of injury, do not place your foot under the brake pedal.

Special driving situations

Sporty driving
Applies to: RS models Driving in a sporty style, for example ona driving track, places more stress than usual on all vehicle components, especially the engine, transmission, tires, brakes, and suspension. This type of operation requires additional inspection and maintenance work and may require components to be replaced earlier than usual. Your vehicle is designed and approved for road use. Therefore, driving on a driving track is only possible for a limited distance. Contact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility. Have your vehicle inspected there to make sure it is suitable for driving ona track, and make sure you are aware of all current, applicable guidelines.

The following are some of the special requirements:

• The boiling point for the brake fluid must be within the tolerance range.
• New brake pads require a certain break-in period > page 106.
• The tires, brake system, brake pads, and brake rotors must be in sound condition.

On the driving track

• Warm up the engine by driving no higher than two-thirds of the maximum permitted engine RPM. The engine oil must be brought to a minimum temperature of 158 °F (70 °C).
• Check the tire pressure when the tires are warm and adjust it if necessary.

If necessary, use the following functions:

• dynamic Audi drive select mode* > page 7113
• Launch Control > page 107
• Limit ESC > page 119

After driving on a driving track

• Before parking the vehicle, you should allow the engine and brakes to cool back down to normal operating temperature by driving more moderately.
• Check the brake pads using a suitable method. Heavy diagonal wear can only be detected by inspecting visually. This is only possible to a limited extent from the outside.
• Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold and adjust it if necessary..

Driving uphill and downhill
When driving uphill, downhill, or at high altitudes, note the following information:

• Drive slowly and carefully.
• Do not try to turn around if you cannot safely drive on an incline or hill. Instead, drive in reverse.
• When driving down hills, you can activate the hill descent control if you press the brake pedal while driving in “D” gear. The automatic transmission will select a gear suitable for driving down the hill and will attempt to maintain the speed at which the vehicle was traveling at the time the brake pedal was pressed. Press the brake pedal if necessary. The hill descent control will switch off once the hill levels out or you press the accelerator pedal.
• Utilize the engine braking effect when driving downhill by selecting the “S” driving program = page 100. This especially applies when towing a trailer. This reduces the load on the brakes.
• Apply the brakes in intervals and do not press the brake pedal continuously.
• Use the hill descent assist if necessary =>page 112

Inclinometer
This applies to: vehicles with a tilt angle display You can display the vehicle’s sideways angle and lengthwise angle in relation to the horizon.

• Applies to:
  • MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Vehicle data.
• You may need to scroll down to the Inclinometer display.

The sideways angle of your vehicle should not exceed the yellow range in the gauge. If it reaches the red range, there is a risk that the vehiclemight tip. The steering wheel angle, the elevation, the compass direction, and the geo-coordinates of the current vehicle position are displayed in addition to the current vehicle angle. You will also receive information about the maximum sideways and lengthwise angle that was reached in the current driving cycle. These values are reset when the ignition is switched off. Note that the accuracy of the display depends on the driving situation.

WARNING

• Only drive on inclines that your vehicle is designed to handle. Do not exceed the hill climbing ability of your vehicle. Your vehicle could tip or slide.
• Do not drive at an angle on steep inclines and hills. If your vehicle is about to tip, you must immediately start steering in the direction of the downward slope to reduce the risk of an accident.
• Always be ready to brake when using the hill descent control function.
• Applies to: vehicles with an inclinometer: Do not rely only on the inclinometer when as- sessing the driving situation.

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