Audi A6 Typ 4G: Start-Stop system
Description
Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system
The Start/Stop system can help increase fuel
economy and reduce CO2 emissions.
In Start/Stop mode, the engine shuts off automatically
when the vehicle is stopped, such as at
a traffic light. The ignition remains switched on
during this stop phase. The engine will restart
automatically when needed.
Applies to: A6: the Start/Stop system activates
automatically once the ignition is switched on.
Applies to: S6: the last Start/Stop system setting
is restored when the ignition is switched on.
Basic requirements for Start/Stop mode
- The driver's door must be closed.
- The driver's seat belt much be fastened.
- The hood must be closed.
- The vehicle must have driven faster than
2.5 mph (4 km/h) since the last time it stopped.
- A trailer must not be hitched to the vehicle.
Note
Always switch the Start/Stop system off when
driving through water.
Tips
The engine stops shortly before the vehicle
comes to a stop.
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Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system
Fig. 80 Instrument cluster: engine switched off (stop
phase)
Brake the vehicle to a stop. The engine stops shortly before the vehicle
comes to a stop o
Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system
If you do not wish to use the system, you con
switch it off manually.
Fig. 81 Center console: Start/Stop system button
To switch the Start/Stop system of
Fig. 82 Center console: parking brake
Your vehicle is equipped with an electromechanical
parking brake
fig. 82. The parking brake is
designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling unintentionally
and
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The Level Control System Control Module -J197- is behind the
luggage compartment side trim panel on the right side.
Removing
- If the control module is being replaced, then select
"replace" control module on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester in
Guided Functions.
- Follow the prompts on the s
Coolant
The engine cooling system is filled with a mixture
of purified water and coolant additive at the factory.
This coolant must not be not changed.
The coolant level is monitored through the
indicator
light. However, we do recommend
occasionally checking the coolant level
manually.
If you must
