Audi A3/S3 cars — abstract AUDI A3 class "compact" was introduced to the market in June 1996. With a length of 4.15 m and a track of 2.51 m, the 3-door A3 provides the necessary comfort....
Vehicle identification numbers The designation and engine number are located on the front side of the cylinder block at the junction between the block and the cylinder head Warning: A...
Purchase of spare parts An important role in the repair work is played by the use of spare parts and consumables of high quality, designed specifically for your car. In general, spare...
Jacking and towing Jacking To jack up the front of the vehicle, apply the parking brake and, for safety, place wedges under the rear wheels. When jacking up the rear of the...
Starting the engine from an auxiliary power source When starting the engine from an external source, remember that the following requirements must be met: a) Before connecting the auxiliary battery, make sure...
Vehicle readiness checks The Section lists all nodes and systems to be checked and suggests ways to independently check their condition and functioning. Based on the analysis of the...
Automotive chemicals There are many chemicals, oils and lubricants on the market that are needed during the routine maintenance and repair of a car. This includes a wide range of...
Controls and techniques for safe operation Drawbar attachment points A - attachment points B - not less than 77 mm C - 850 mm Specifications Gasoline engines All models except those equipped with 132 kW...
Location of controls and instruments The controls and instruments located on the dashboard and center console are shown in the illustrations 1 - air flow control knob 2 - instrument backlight...
Keys, single control body locks and burglar alarms The car comes with the keys and tag shown in the illustration. Warning: Always remove the ignition key from the ignition, even if it is only for a short time,...
Power windows and rear-view mirrors With the ignition on, the windows can be lowered and raised electrically. The switches are located in the driver's door armrest. In addition, there are...
Security systems. Transportation of children Seat belts Warning: Fasten your seat belts before every ride, incl. and around the city! This also applies to rear seat passengers. Pregnant women should also...
Seats Front seats Proper seat position is important for: fast and reliable use of controls relaxed, non-fatiguing posture to achieve the maximum protective effect of...
Trunk Car loading In order to maintain good vehicle dynamics, make sure that the load is evenly distributed. Place heavy objects as far forward as possible, i.e....
Adjustable steering column The steering wheel can be adjusted for tilt and length. First of all, adjust the position of the driver's seat. Then the steering column, in accordance with...
Hand brake The handbrake is applied by moving the lever up. When braking the car on a slope, additionally include 1st gear, and if there is an automatic transmission, the...
Automatic transmission 4-speed automatic transmission* The car is equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission with electronic control. Switching to higher and lower gears is...
Acoustic parking assistance device The acoustic parking aid will help you when parking or manoeuvring. However, the parking assistance device also has technically determined limits. Therefore,...
Ignition lock and engine start Egnition lock Gasoline engines 1 - ignition off / engine not running, steering wheel may be locked 2 – ignition on* 3 - engine start * When disconnecting and...
Trip computer Governing bodies Function switch (A) and reset key ("Reset") (IN) mounted in the wiper control handle. With the ignition on and repeatedly pressing the top /...
Breakers and switches 1 instrument lighting With the ignition on, turn the knurled knob (1) the background brightness of the instrument panel and center console display can be...
Tempostat With the help of the cruise control – within the limits determined by the engine power/engine braking efficiency – it is possible to maintain any set speed...
Windshield wipers and washers Windshield wipers and washers operate only when the ignition is on. In frost, before turning on the wiper for the first time, check if the brushes are frozen!...
Ventilation, heater and cabin air conditioner Air outlets The air supply through the channels intended for this is regulated depending on the selected control mode - automatically or manually. The...
Sliding Roof Panel With the ignition on, the roof panel can be moved and closed using the rotary switch shown in the illustration. The sliding roof panel can be operated for ten...
Interior and trunk lighting Dome light, front reading lights The interior lights are located above the windshield. A ceiling light Switch positions: 0 shutdown Middle position - triggered...
Salon equipment Sun visors The sun visors can be released from the retainers (arrow 1 in illustration) and turned towards the door. A vanity mirror is built into the sun...
Roof rack When transporting goods on the roof of a vehicle, remember the following: Gutters are made in the roof, taking into account the removal of storm drains....
Vehicle break-in In the first hours of operation, the engine is characterized by increased internal friction, when compared with the subsequent period, when the rubbing parts...
Trailer operation When driving with a trailer, the load on the vehicle increases compared to normal driving. The requirements for the driver are also increasing. When towing a...
Refueling and emergency unlocking of the filler cap A single lock control provides automatic unlocking and locking of the fuel filler flap. The fuel used is given on a sticker on the inside of the hinged cover -...
Engine compartment hood Hood opening To unlock the hood, pull the handle located on the left side under the instrument panel. In this case, the hood will be pushed out of the...
Headlight conversion When driving in countries with left-hand traffic, the asymmetric dipped headlights will dazzle oncoming drivers. Cover the headlights with opaque adhesive tape...
First aid kit The first aid kit can be stored in a drawer located at the front of the driver's or front passenger's seat cushion. Drawers can be used as a storage box. Raise...
Warning triangle The emergency stop sign included in the vehicle's factory package is attached to the rear wall of the trunk. To remove it, unfasten "Velcro". Warning: If you...
Tool kit and jack The tool kit, jack and trailer hitch* are located in the spare wheel well under the luggage compartment floor. The floor can be lifted up with a loop and hung...
Spare wheel The car is equipped with a spare wheel with a standard tire. Some export modifications are equipped not with a standard tire, but with a compact emergency...