Audi Q3: Brake fluid
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Fig. 151 Engine compartment: cap on brake fluid reservoir
Observe the safety precautions.
Checking the brake fluid level
- Park the vehicle on a level surface.
- Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid
reservoir
fig. 146. The brake
fluid
level must be between the MIN and MAX markings.
The brake fluid level is monitored automatically.
Messages
The following messages may appear depending
on the vehicle equipment:
Brakes: stop vehicle and
check brake
fluid level
Stop the vehicle and check the brake fluid level.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
Changing the brake fluid
Brake fluid should be changed at regular intervals.
Have the brake fluid changed by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service
Facility. The authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility will inform you of the replacement
intervals.
WARNING
Note
- If the brake fluid level is above the MAX
marking, brake fluid may leak out over the
edge of the reservoir and result in damage
to the vehicle.
- Do not allow any brake fluid to come into
contact with the vehicle paint, because it
will corrode the paint.
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The following messages may appear depending
on the vehicle equipment:
If the or
indicator light turns on, there is
a
malfunction in the generator, the battery, or the
vehicle electrical system.
El
Battery general information
Because of the complex power supply, all work
on batteries such as disconnecting, replacing,
etc., should only be performed by an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Explanation of warning symbols:
Observe all warnings - there is
a risk for injury!
Always follow the instructions
in the operating manual.
Electrolyte fluid is highly
corrosive. Always wear prot
SEE MORE:
Drive Axle, Disassembling and Assembling, Drive Axle with 100 mm Inner CV
Joint
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Tripod Joint Tool -T10065-
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Clamping Pliers -VAG1682A-
Circlip Pliers -VW161A-
Pre
Removing
Note
The window regulator motor can be removed or installed with
the motor or door window in any position.
- Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to
→ Body Interior; Rep. Gr.70; Rear Door Trim Panels; Rear Door
Trim Panel, Removing and Installing.
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