User manual AUDI 100

1990 Audi 100 Audi 100 quattro Owner's Manual Your new Audi represents a consummate blend of sophisticated automotive technology and old world German craftmanship. It has been manufactured at the finest production facilities in the world, where the past and the future have come together. Where generations of dedicated Audi craftsmen exercise a lineage of Audi thought, technique and pride. As a descendant of the finest motorcars in Germany, Audi began as an image in the minds of these craftsmen and was the nurtured in their hands. This proud heritage originated with the prominent coach builders of the Auto UnionHorch, Audi, Wanderer &DKW. Their vision and their practice continues in the creation of the most actively safe and reliable motorcars we can manufacture. We do this to make you the most assured driver you can be. Your new Audi may have all or some of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations of equipment not installed in your vehicle. Check with your authorized Audi dealer on available options or accessories. Your Owner's Manual applies to all Audi 100 and Audi 100 quattro models currently sold in the USA and Canada, It contains important operating safety information. Keep this booklet in your glove box at all times for ready reference. Read it before you drive your new vehicle. Pay particular attention to the "Break-in period hints" and to all points listed under "Vehicle operation". Acquaint yourself with your vehicle's features and know how to operate it more safely. The more you know about your Audi, the more you will enjoy driving it. For your own protection and longer service life of your vehicle, always heed our instructions and warnings. Ignoring them could result in extensive damage or serious personal injury. 2 Note WARNINGS concern safety and are color identified throughout this manual. Please note that the items of equipment marked with an asterisk* may be standard on certain models but are only available as options on other models. In addition to this Owner's Manual, your Audi 100/Audi 100 quattro comes with § the Radio Operating Instructions, § the Warranty Booklet and § the Maintenance Booklet. Your Warranty booklet which is a separate booklet, contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Audi. Your Maintenance booklet which is a separate brochure, explains how you can keep your Audi in top driving condition by having it serviced regularly. Always have the Maintenance booklet with you when you take your vehicle to an Audi dealer for service. Your Service Adviser will record each scheduled service. In Canada, these manuals are also available in French. To obtain a copy, contact your dealer or write to: Au Canada on peut se procurer un exempliaire de ce Manuel en francais aupres du concessionnaire ou de: Volkswagen Canada, Inc. Customer Assistance Assistance a la Clientele 1940 Eglinton Ave. East Scarborough, Ontario M1L2M2. If you sell your Audi the Owner's Manual, the Warranty booklet and the Maintenance booklet should be left in the vehicle to make the Warranty terms as well as all operating, safety and maintenance information available to the next owner. If you change your address or if you bought this Audi used be sure to send in a "Notice of Address Change" / "Notice of Used Car Purchase" post card, This card can be found in the Warranty booklet or obtained from your Audi dealer. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise. INSTRUMENT PANEL Illustration instruments and controls.......................................... 4 Warning and indicator light symbols ................................................ 6 VEHICLE OPERATION Break-in period ­ and afterwards .......81 Operate your vehicle safely................82 Operate your vehicle economically and minimize pollution........................84 Trailer towing ......................................85 Driving your Audi 100quattro..............87 Adjusting headlights .........................143 Replacing the radio...........................144 Emergency starting...........................145 Emergency towing ............................148 Lifting vehicle ....................................150 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Keys, central locking system............. 7,8 Anti-theft alarm system ...................... 11 Power windows, mirrors ............... 12, 13 Safety belts, head restraints.............................. 15, 22 Seats, ski sack ............................. 23, 28 Luggage compartment, Pedals........................................... 30,33 Brakes, transmission............... 34,38,39 Steering lock/ignition/ starter switch ...................................... 42 Starting procedures............................ 43 Instrument cluster............................... 44 Warning/indicators lights .................... 47 Auto-check system............................. 52 Trip computer ..................................... 56 Switches ............................................. 59 Light switch, turn signals, cruise control ................................ 62, 63 Windshield wipers, emergency flasher........................ 64, 65 Heating, electronic climate control system .............................. 66, 70 Sliding / prop-up roof.......................... 73 Telephone........................................... 76 Roof rack ............................................ 80 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Engine transmission .........................151 Suspension, brakes, steering, body .152 Emission control system...................153 Digital electronic ignition...................155 All-Wheel drive..................................156 Safety system "ten", Air bag......159,160 VEHICLE CARE Fuel tank, fuel supply.....................90,91 Vehicle care (exterior/interior) ............94 Maintenance, inspection intervals ......99 Engine hood, engine compartment..................101,102 Lubricants, engine oil.................104,105 Engine oil filter ..................................108 Transmission oil................................109 Power steering and brake booster ...111 Brake fluid.........................................112 Cooling system .................................113 Battery ..............................................116 Windshield washers/wipers..............119 Tires/wheels......................................121 Difficult operating conditions ............127 Winter driving....................................128 Accessories ......................................129 TECHNICAL DATA Engine, spark plugs. V-belts......162,163 Capacities, dimensions.....................164 Weights .............................................165 Vehicle identification.........................166 CONSUMER INFORMATION Service manuals ...............................167 GAS STATION INFORMATION Location of servicing points ..............170 DO-IT-YOURSELF SERVICE Jack and tools...................................130 Compact spare wheel.......................132 Changing a wheel.............................133 Fuses, bulbs .............................136, 138 ALPHABETICAL INDEX Alphabetical index.............................172 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS page 1 ­ Door Handle ..............................................................8 2 ­ Seat Position memory switch control ......................25 3 ­ Power window switches ..........................................12 4 ­ Adjuster control for outside mirrors .........................13 5 ­ Turn signal/headlight dimmer switch lever..............62 Cruise control ..........................................................63 6 ­ Light switch..............................................................62 7 ­ Side window defroster nozzles................................66 8 ­ Emergency flasher switch lever ..............................65 9 ­ Windshield wiper/washer lever................................64 Trip computer function control switch .....................56 10 ­ Steering lock/ignition/starter switch.........................42 11 ­ Instrument cluster and warning/indicator lights.......44 12 ­ Thumbwheel for air vents........................................66 13 ­ Air vents...................................................................66 page 14 ­ Switches for ­ Electrically heated driver's seat .............................. 59 ­ Rear window defogger............................................ 59 ­ Rear fog light........................................................... 59 ­ Anti-lock brake system (ABS)................................. 60 ­ Electrically heated front passenger's seat.............. 59 ­ Storage tray ............................................................ 79 1) 15 ­ Radio 16 ­ Glove compartment (lockable) ............................... 78 17 ­ Climate controls ...................................................... 66 18 ­ Ashtray.................................................................... 78 19 ­ Parking brake lever................................................. 37 20 ­ Differential lock (Audi 100 quattro) ......................... 61 21 ­ Horn ...................................................................... 160 2) Air bag 22 ­ Release lever for engine hood ............................. 101 23 ­ Cigarette lighter/electrical socket............................ 77 24 ­ Gearshift lever......................................................... 38 Note Some features mentioned are standard equipment on some models only or are options on others. 1) A separate brochure is provided for your factory-installed radio. If you replace your radio, please be sure to read the notes in the chapter "Do-it-yourself Service", page 144. 2) USA models only 5 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHT SYMBOLS *where applicable WARNING if one of the lights marked with "STOP" comes on suddenly while driving, move a safe distance off the road. Turn off the engine, turn the emergency flasher on and use other warning devices to alert other motorists. Go to listed page in your owner's manual for explanations. 6 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT KEYS Spare batteries or bulbs are available at your Audi dealer. Key B is the secondary key and is only for the doors, the steering/ignition lock, and the lockable tank cap. The luggage compartment and glove compartment cannot be opened with this key. Tag C gives the key number. For your protection against theft: § Record the key number and keep it in a safe place, such as your wallet. Do not keep it in the vehicle. § If you should lose a key, provide your Audi dealer with the key number to obtain a duplicate key. in addition to the plastic tag, there may also be a metal tag showing part of the vehicle identification number. This tag is no longer required after the vehicle has been delivered. § Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the key in the ignition lock. Take the key and lock the doors. A chime will sound when you open the driver's door with the key left in the ignition lock. This is your reminder to remove the key and lock the doors. If the chime continues to sound after pulling out the ignition key and opening the door, you have forgotten to turn off the headlight switch and/or the radio. WARNING § Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle especially with access to vehicle keys. Unsupervised use of the keys can result in starting of the engine and use of vehicle systems such as power windows, power sunroof, etc. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury. § Do not remove key from steering lock while you are driving or as the vehicle is rolling to a stop. The steering column wilt lock when you remove the key, and you will not be able to steer the vehicle. Your Audi comes with three keys: two keys A (one with a light) one key B. All keys can be inserted into locks either way, Key A is the master key and fits all locks on the vehicle. To switch on key with light: § Press round button in the center of the key handle and hold. To replace battery or bulb: § Insert a coin in the slit at the side of the key head and pry out cover. § Replace battery or bulb. § § 7 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM The central locking system locks or unlocks doors and the rear lid simultaneously. It is actuated from the driver's or front passenger's door. When the ignition key is fully inserted in the ignition lock, the central locking function from the front passenger's door is partially deactivated: raising the locking knob in the front passenger's door will unlock all doors, however, depressing the locking knob will only lock this particular door. When the central locking system is actuated, all locking knobs on window sills should move simultaneously. If one knob does not move when locking doors, open that particular door and close it properly. If the driver's door is open, it cannot be locked from the front passenger's door. When you unlock the driver's or front passenger's door with the key from the outside or raise the locking knob in either front door from the inside, wait until all locking knobs are raised before you open one of the doors. In the winter, it can take a few seconds until all knobs are raised. The rear lid can be locked and unlocked individually with the key; manual lock operation will override the power lock system. To lock, unlock and open doors from the outside § Lock and unlock, turn master or secondary key in lock of driver's or front passenger's door. § Open the doors by pulling up on the handle (arrow). § All doors (except the driver's door) can be locked by first depressing locking knob and then closing the door. § The driver's door can only be locked from the outside with the key. This precaution was taken to prevent locking the driver's door while the key is still inside the vehicle. 8 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To lock, unlock and open doors from the inside § To lock or unlock depress or raise the locking knob on the window sill of the front doors. When the key is fully inserted in the ignition lock, the doors can only be locked simultaneously by actuating the locking knob in the driver's door. Depressing the knob will lock all doors and prevent opening the doors from inside and outside. § To open doors, raise locking knob in driver's or front passenger's door and pull the inside door handle. The rear doors can be locked or unlocked independently of the central locking system with the locking knob in each particular door. WARNING § Locking doors from the inside can help prevent inadvertent door opening during an accident and generally while the vehicle is in motion. Locked doors can also prevent unwanted entry from the outside. Locked doors can, however, also delay assistance to vehicle occupants and rescue from the outside in the event of an accident or other emergency. § Do not leave children inside the vehicle without supervision, if the locking knobs in the driver's or front passenger's door are depressed, all doors will be locked automatically. In an emergency it would be impossible to open the doors from outside without a key. Child lock for rear doors To prevent children riding in the back seat from accidentally opening the rear doors, a safety mechanism is provided. § To engage child lock, move small lever at lower edge of lock inward. § Close door. § Child lock is securely engaged if rear doors cannot be opened from the inside with locking knob in either raised or depressed position. Rear doors can be opened from the outside only when locking knob is raised. Remember, when the child safety locks are engaged, the rear doors can only be opened from the outside Deactivate child lock when no longer required. 9 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT If the rear lid is closed with lock slot in vertical position, the luggage compartment can only be opened with the master key: § Insert key in lock slot. § Turn key all the way to the right (c) and hold in this position. § Press lock cylinder in and raise lid, § Remove key. The luggage compartment light will come on when the rear lid is opened. § To close rear lid, swing lid down firmly. Keep the rear lid locked at all times to prevent unauthorized access to the vehicle. Rear Iid § With the key slot in horizontal position (a), the lid can be locked and unlocked by the central locking system. § With key slot in vertical position (b), the rear lid remains locked when actuating the central locking system. This provision has been made to facilitate permanent locking of the rear lid when leaving your vehicle in a public garage or workshop. Take master key with you and leave secondary key with attendant. WARNING § When closing the rear lid of the Wagon/Avant always check whether the catch has engaged properly by trying to lift the lid. If this is not the case, the lid may suddenly fly open while driving even though it has been locked. § To help prevent poisonous exhaust gas from being drawn into the vehicle, always keep the rear lid closed while driving. Do not transport objects larger than those fitting safely into the luggage area. 10 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT HEATED DOOR LOCKS* On vehicles with heated front door locks the heating in the lock cylinder is activated by briefly pulling the door handle. The heating operates at ambient temperatures below about 41° F or +5°C. The element stays on for a predetermined period which is controlled automatically according to the ambient temperature, but not longer than about 50 seconds. It is not possible to extend this period by pulling the door handle continuously. Once the heating has switched itself off, it can be reactivated by pulling the door . handle again. ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM ) The anti-theft alarm system triggers an acoustic alarm and switches on the emergency flasher if it senses unauthorized interference with the vehicle. When the vehicle is locked the alarm system monitors and protects the following parts of the vehicle: § engine compartment § luggage compartment § doors § radio § ignition. The windows and sliding/prop-up roof are not monitored. The alarm system is switched on automatically when the driver's or front passenger's door is locked, and switches off when either door is unlocked. The system becomes active about 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked. The horn sounds briefly when the vehicle is locked to confirm that the alarm system is operative and that all doors are properly closed. If the horn does not sound, check trie doors and close them properly. The horn will not sound if a door is closed when the system is already switched on. * 1 * The rear lid can be opened separately with the key even when the system is active. This will not trigger the alarm. When the rear lid is closed the luggage compartment will again be included in the alarm circuit. The alarm will be triggered if one of the doors, the engine hood or the rear lid are opened without using the key, or if the ignition is switched on or the radio removed. When the alarm is triggered the horn sounds and all four turn signals flash simultaneously for about 4 minutes. The engine cannot be started until the system is switched off with the key at either the driver's or front passenger's door. The alarm will be triggered a second time if one of the protected parts of the vehicle is interfered with again after the alarm has stopped (for instance if the radio is removed after one of the doors has been forced open). .1 )USA Models only * where applicable 11 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT POWER WINDOWS § Normally, the power windows can be opened and closed only with the ignition on. However, when the ignition is off the windows can still be operated as long as the driver's door is closed. When the driver's door is opened, power window operation will be deactivated. The control switches for alt windows are installed in the armrest of the driver's door (see above illustration). An additional switch is installed in each armrest for the convenience of front and rear passengers (see right illustration). § Switches 1 and 4 operate the front door windows. § Switches 2 and 3 operate the rear windows. 12 Safety switch S serves to activate the switches in the rear doors. § To open the left front door window push the rear of switch 1 briefly. The window will open fully and quickly for the driver's convenience. For intermediate open window positions, the front of switch 1 must be depressed briefly. § To close the left front door window, the front of switch 1 must be depressed continuously until the window is completely closed. WARNING Do not put anything on or near the windshield or any other window that may interfere with the driver's vision. The rear windows can only be opened and closed and the cigarette lighter only works when the safety switch (S) in driver's door is depressed. This feature has been provided for the safety of small children riding in the rear of the vehicle. WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle especially with access to vehicle keys. Unsupervised use of the keys can result in starting of the engine and use of vehicle systems such as power windows, power sunroof, etc. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury. Remember also that the power windows are inoperative only after the ignition key has been removed and the driver's door opened. CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT MIRRORS Adjust the outside and inside mirrors before driving and after adjusting your seat to proper driving position. It is important for safe driving that you have good vision to the rear. The outside mirrors are hinged and yield when struck from either direction. WARNING § The right hand mirror has a curved (convex) surface. Always remember that vehicles or other objects seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and appear farther away than when seen in a flat mirror. Do not use this mirror to estimate distance of following cars when changing lanes. § The left hand mirror may have an aspherical surface with different angles. This mirror increases the area of vision even more than a convex mirror. Therefore, do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of following cars when changing lanes. Whenever possible, use the inside mirror to determine the actual distance and size of vehicles or objects seen in the convex mirror. If the electrical adjustment of the mirror should not respond, the mirrors can still be adjusted by pushing lightly on the edge of the mirror glass. When the rear window defogger is switched on, the outside mirrors are electrically heated at the same time (see page 59). Outside mirrors The outside mirror should be adjusted so that the side of your own vehicle can just be seen. This setting ensures the best possible field of view, and in addition it serves as an instant check on the mirror setting. With the ignition on, both outside mirrors can be adjusted using the rocker switch (arrow). § Push button (L) to adjust the mirror on the driver's side, button (R) for the mirror on the passenger's side. § To adjust the position of the mirror, push the rocker switch in the direction you wish to move the mirror surface. 13 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To ensure the best possible anti-glare effect, the lever should be pointing forwards when the basic mirror setting is made. Daylight driving ­ lever to front Night driving ­ lever to rear Inside day-night mirror You can adjust the day-night mirror from clear daylight visibility to non-glare visibility at night by moving the lever at the bottom of the mirror. 14 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT SAFETY BELTS WARNING Safety belts have been shown to be the single most effective means available for reducing the potential for serious injury and death in automobile accidents. Therefore for your own protection as well as that of your passengers always properly wear safety belts when the vehicle is in motion. Also pregnant women, injured or physically impaired persons should use safety belts. In order to provide the maximum level of protection safety belts must be property positioned on the body. Improperly positioned safety belts can cause serious personal injury in case of an accident. Therefore read and always observe all of the following instructions and warnings pertaining to the use of the safety belts installed in your vehicle. § When fastening the tap/shoulder belt, the shoulder belt should be positioned midway over the shoulder never across the neck. See illustration on page 19. § Always make certain that the safety belt tongue is inserted into the safety belt buckle associated with the corresponding seat. Attaching the 15 safety belt to the buckle for another seat could reduce safety belt effectiveness and cause injury. § The combination lap/shoulder belt on the front seats can be adjusted to fit comfortably ­ see page 18. § Do not wear shoulder part of belt under your arm or otherwise out of position. This would increase the risk of serious injury in case of an accident. § Do not use comfort clips or devices which create slack in the shoulder belt portion and can increase the risk of injury in an accident. However such clips may be required in the proper use of some child restraint systems. § Never strap in more than one person, including small children, with each belt. It is especially dangerous to place a safety belt over a child sitting on your lap. § The lap belt must be worn low and tight across the pelvis. Make sure any slack is wound on the retractor, § Belts should not be worn twisted. § Do not wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing, such as eye glasses, pens, keys, etc. as these may cause injury. § Several layers of heavy clothing may interfere with proper positioning of belts and reduce the overall effectiveness of the system. § Keep belt buckles free of any obstruction that may prevent secure locking. § Make sure the belts of the unoccupied seats are in their stowed positions. § Belts that have been subjected to excessive stretch forces in an accident must be replaced. § Belts must not rub against sharp objects. § Do not allow safety belts to become damaged by becoming caught in door or seat hardware. § Inspect your belts periodically, If belts show damage to webbing, bindings, buckles or retractors, they must be replaced. § If belts do not work properly, see your Audi dealer. § Do not modify or disassemble the safety belts in your vehicle. CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT WARNING continued § The belts must be Kept clean as otherwise the retractors may not work property (also see "Vehicle care", page 97). § Never bleach or dye safety belts. § Do not allow safety bells to retract until they are completely dry Child safety WARNING AH vehicle occupants and especially children should be restrained when ever riding In cars. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a child held in a person's arms can be struck or crushed by any unrestrained rider. An unrestrained child could also be injured by striking the interior, or by being ejected from the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or impact Do not allow children to stand or kneel on the seat. A child restraint system can help protect a child in a car. Accident statistics have shown that children are generally safer in the rear seat area than in the front seating positions. A suitable child restraint properly installed and used at one of the rear seating positions provides the highest degree of protection for infants and small children in most accident situations. Commercially available child seats are required to comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 213 (or in Canada, CMVSS 213). These standards include installation requirements which utilize a tap belt or the lap portion of a combination lap-shoulder belt such as that installed in your vehicle. Should these safety belts be too short, a special lap belt adapter is available from your Audi dealer. When purchasing a child restraint, select one which properly fits your child and your car. Only use child restraint systems which fully contact the flat portion of the seat cushion. The child seat must not tip or lean to either side. We do not recommend the use of child seats which rest on legs or tube-like frames because they do not provide adequate contact with the seat. 16 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Improperly or Inadequately instated child restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children in accidents, therefore always carefully read and follow all instructions on installation and use that come with the system. Children must be positioned so that the shoulder belt does not contact or remain in front of the face, chin, neck or throat. Failure to follow this precaution can increase the risk or severity of injury in the event of a collision. In summary: Children who are less than 12 years old should always sit in the rear. For reasons of safety a child should only occupy the front seat if all of the rear seating positions are already occupied by other children. The children should wear, depending on age and body size, either a child restraint system or the existing safety belts: § Babies and children up to about 6 or 7 years should be secured with a child restraint system designed for their size. § Children of average size of about 6 or 7 years of age may use available safety belts. Always make sure that the shoulder portion of a three point belt is positioned midway over the shoulder ­ it must never rest against or across the neck. See illustration page 19. The lap belt or the lap belt portion of the three point belt must always pass as low as possible across the pelvis, never over the abdomen. If the safety belt will not properly fit the child, we recommend the use of a suitable booster seat in a rear seating position in order to raise the child's seating height so that the safety belt will properly fit the child. 17 CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Belt warning system A chime and a warning light are interconnected with the driver's safety belt. Every time the ignition is turned on, the safety belt warning light will come on for about six seconds as a reminder to buckle up. If the driver does not fasten the safety belt, the chime will also come on for the duration of this six second period. With the driver's door closed, the chime will go off as soon as the driver has buckled up. Adjusting shoulder seat belt The front seat shoulder belt anchor on the door pillar can be adjusted up or down to accommodate the height of the driver and the front passenger. The second position from top is the standard position. § To adjust push the handle up or down to position the shoulder belt midway over the shoulder ­ never across the neck. See illustration on the next page. § Pull on the shoulder belt to check whether belt anchor is securely locked in place. Always heed WARNINGS on page 15 Lap-shoulder belt The combination lap-shoulder belt is equipped with a locking retractor. The system adjusts automatically to your size and movements as long as the pull on the belt is slow. Hard braking or a collision locks the belt. The belt will also lock when you drive up or down a steep hill or in a sharp curve. § Before fastening the safety belt first adjust your seat-see page 23. § To fasten, grasp belt tongue and pull belt in continuous slow motion across your chest and lap. 18