2024 Audi Q5 Engine Oil and Fluid User Guide

2024 Audi Q5 Engine Oil and Fluid Owner’s Manual

For best performance, the 2024 Audi Q5 needs regular engine oil and fluid maintenance. This guide covers engine oil and critical fluid kinds, capacities, and service intervals to keep your Q5 running properly.

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Audi Engine Compartment Overview Guide

The most important checkpoints.
Observe the safety precautions > page 212, General information.

1. Washer fluid reservoir
2. Jump start point (+) under a cover, (-) with hex head screw > page 270, Charging the 12 volt vehicle battery > page 308, Jump starting
3. Sticker for engine oil specifications
4. Engine oil filler opening (7) > page 261, Checking the engine oil level
5. Brake fluid reservoir (() under a cover
6. Plug-in hybrid drive: coolant expansion tank for the high-voltage system
7. Coolant expansion tank for combustion engine

The engine oil filler opening may be located in a different area depending on the specific engine.

Tips
Plug-in hybrid drive*: read the information regarding the coolant expansion tank under = page 264, Checking coolant and the jump start under >@ in Preparation on page 309

Engine oil

If the engine oil level is too low

1. Engine oil viscosity
2. Engine oil standard

If you need to add engine oil, use an oil that meets the engine oil standard listed on the sticker. The sticker with the specified standard is located in the front of the engine compartment. When using the specified engine oil, you can adjust the oil level as often as needed.

If the engine oil meets the recommended specification is not available, in an emergency you may add a maximum of 0.5 quarts (0.5 litre) engine oil of that meets the following different standards one time until the next regular oil change.

• Standard VW S04 00, ACEA C3, ACEA C4, API SP or ILSAC GF-6A. All viscosity classes within these standards are permitted.

Audi recommends having the oil changed by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.

Note
Audi recommends using approved engine oil that meets the respective VW standards. Using engine oils that do not meet these quality standards can cause damage to the engine. As. an exception and only in an emergency, 0.5 qt (0.5 0) of engine oil that differs from the standards listed may be used.

Tips
Audi recommends using engine oils provided by Audi Genuine Parts.\

Messages
The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment:

turn off the engine. Oil pressure too low
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level.

• If the engine oil level is too low, add engine oil © page 258. Only continue driving once the indicator light turns off.
• If the engine oil level is correct and the indicator light still turns on, turn the engine off and do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.

Please add oil immediately
Stop driving and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level and add engine oil immediately

Eladd max. x qt (x l) oil. You can continue driving
Add the amount of oil shown immediately

Please reduce oil level
There is too much oil in the engine and there is a risk of damaging the catalytic converter or engine. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have engine oil extracted if necessary. Avoid high engine speeds, full acceleration, and heavy engine loads.

oil level sensor: oil change necessary. Please contact Service
Fuel has entered the engine oil. This will cause the engine oil level to rise slowly and the engine oil quality to decrease. Do not extract engine oil to reduce the level, because this will increase the risk of engine damage. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have engine oil extracted.

Foil level system: malfunction! Please contact Service
The sensor that checks the engine oil level has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

oil pressure sensor: malfunction! Please contact Service
The sent hats check the engine oil pressure has malfunctioned. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.

Please drive to warm up the engine
Especially low outside temperatures are the main reason why fuel may get into the engine oil. The fuel can only evaporate from the engine oil if the engine oil temperature is high enough. Drive in the “S” gear.

Drive the engine at higher RPMs while avoiding full acceleration.

You should drive for at least 30 minutes. The indicator light may not turn off during this time. Repeat the steps that are described at any time.

Have an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to repair the malfunction if the indicator light does not turn off after a few drives.

Warning
When the message Please drive to warm up engine appears, adjust your speed according to the weather, road, terrain, and traffic conditions. You should never disobey the traffic laws applicable in the country in which you are driving to follow driving recommendations.

Tips
The oil pressure warning is not an oil level indicator. Always check the oil level regularly.

Checking the engine oil level

The engine oil dipstick varies depending on the engine type. Observe the safety precautions and general information.

• Park the vehicle on a level surface.
• Shut the engine off when it is warm.
• Switch only the ignition back on.
• Wait approximately five minutes so that the engine oil can flow back into the engine oil pan.
• Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE~ HICLE > Settings & Service > Oil level.
• Read the oil level in the display. Add engine oil if the bar in the oil level indicator is just below “min” .

Note
If the engine oil level is too low or too high, there is a risk of engine damage.

Tips
The oil level indicator in the display is only an informational display. If the oil level is too low, a minimum oil warning appears in the instrument cluster. Add oil and close the hood. The current oil level will be displayed on the MMI the next time the ignition is switched on.

Tips
The engine oil consumption may be up to 0.5 quart/600 miles (0.5 liter/1,000 km), depending on driving style and operating conditions. In RS models, the oil consumption may be up to 1 qt/600 mi (0.8 L/1,000 km). Consumption may be higher during the first 3,000 miles (5,000 km). The engine oil level must be checked regularly. It is best to check each time you refuel your vehicle and before long drives.

• Because of the lubrication and cooling of the engine, combustion engines consume oil. The oil consumption varies depending on the engine and may change during the service life of the engine. Engines generally consume more oil at the beginning during the break-in period. Then oil consumption stabilizes after the break-in period.
• Under normal conditions, oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of the oil, the engine RPM, the climate conditions, and the road conditions. The dilution of oil from condensation or fuel residue as well as the age of the oil also play a role. Because engine wear increases with mileage, oil consumption will increase again over time until it may be necessary to replace worn components.
• Because all these variables play a role, itis not possible to define an oil consumption standard. Therefore, the oil level must be checked regularly.
• If you believe that your engine has increased its oil consumption, contact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to determine the cause. Please note that an exact oil consumption measurement must be done with the necessary care and accuracy and may take time. An authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility is trained in accurately measuring the oil consumption.
• You can find information on engine oil and engine oil capacities for the USA at www.audiusa.com/help/maintenance, or for Canada at www.audica/ca/web/en/ customer-area/care-and-maintenance/ Audi-service-schedules.html, or call 800-822-2834.

Adding engine oil

Observe the safety precautions > page 252, General information.

• Turn the engine off.
• Open the hood.
• Unscrew the cap for the engine oil filler opening.
• Carefully add 0.5 quarts (0.5 litres) of the correct oil.
• Close the engine oil filler opening cap.
• Close the hood.
• Restart the ignition after two minutes and check the current oil level in the MMI, Checking the engine oil level.
• This applies to using engine oil that meets the recommended specification: Add some more engine oil again if necessary.

Warning

• When adding oil, do not let oil drip onto hot engine components. This increases the risk of a fire.
• You must close the cap on the oil filler opening correctly so that oil does not leak out onto the hot engine and exhaust system when the engine is running because this is a fire hazard.
• Always clean skin thoroughly if it comes into contact with engine oil.
• Engine oil is poisonous and must be kept out of reach of children.
• Store the engine oil securely in the original container.

Note

• Only use high-grade engine oil that explicitly meets the Audi oil quality standard for your vehicle. Using another oil may cause severe vehicle damage.
• Do not mix any additives with the engine oil. Additives may cause engine damage that is not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

For the sake of the environment

• Oil should never enter the sewer system or come into contact with the ground.
• Follow the legal regulations in the country where you are located when disposing of empty oil containers.

Changing engine oil

Audi recommends having the oil changed at an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
Observe the safety precautions and general information.
The engine oil must be changed at the intervals specified in the Warranty & Maintenance Booklet.
This is very important because the lubrication function of the oil gradually declines during regular vehicle operation.
The engine oil should be changed more frequently under certain circumstances. Have the oil changed more frequently if you often drive short distances, your vehicle is predominantly in stop and-go traffic situations, is in very dusty environments, or is operated for long periods of time in temperatures below zero.
Cleansing additives in the oil make fresh oil appear darker after the engine has run briefly. This is normal and no reason to change the engine oil more frequently than recommended.
Because correctly disposing of engine oil is difficult and special tools and technical knowledge are needed for an oil change, Audi recommends having your engine oil changed by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
If you change the engine oil yourself, please note the following important information:

Warning
If you change the engine oil on the vehicle yourself, the following precautions must be followed:

• Wear protective eyewear.
• Due to the risk of scalding, allow the engine to cool down sufficiently.
• Maintain enough distance when you are removing the oil drain plug. While doing this, keep your forearm parallel to the ground to reduce the risk of hot oil dripping down your arm.
• Drain the oil into a container designed for this purpose that is large enough to hold the full amount of oil in your engine.
• Engine oil is poisonous. Always store out of reach of children.
• Prolonged contact of used engine oil with the skin may cause skin damage. Always wash oil off immediately with soap and water to protect your skin.

Note
Do not mix any additives with the engine oil. Additives may cause engine damage that is not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

For the sake of the environment

• Before changing the engine oil, make sure you can dispose of the used engine oil correctly.
• Engine oil must always be disposed of correctly. Do not dump it in the yard, in the forest, or in open water, river channels, or sewers.
• Have your used engine oil recycled by bringing it to a used oil collection site or contact a gas station.

Cooling system

Coolant
The engine cooling system is filled with a mixture of purified water and coolant additives at the factory.

This coolant must be not changed. The coolant level is monitored using the indicator light. However, you should occasionally check the coolant level.

Messages
The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment:

turn off the engine and check the coolant level. See ‘owner’s manual
The coolant level is too low. Do not continue driving and switch the ignition off. Check the coolant level.

• If the coolant level is too low, add coolant. Only continue driving once the indicator light turns off.

coolant temperature: too high.
Please let engine run while the vehicle is stationary Let the engine run at idle for a few minutes to cool off, until the indicator light turns off.

• If the indicator light does not turn off, do not continue driving the vehicle. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.

coolant system: malfunction! Please turn off engine
Do not continue driving, shut the engine off, and switch the ignition off. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.

Coolant additive
The coolant additive is made of anti-freezing and corrosion protection agents. Only add the following coolant additives mixed with distilled
water.

The amount of coolant additive that needst o be mixed with water depends on the climate where the vehicle will be operated. If the coolant additive percentage is too low, the coolant can freeze and damage the engine.

Note

• Before the start of winter, have an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility check if the coolant additive in your vehicle matches the percentage appropriate for the climate. This is especially important when driving in colder climates.
• If the G12evo coolant additive is not available in an emergency, do not add any other additive. You could damage the engine. If this happens, only use distilled water and restore the correct mixture ratio with the specified coolant additive as soon as possible.
• Only refill with new coolant.
• Radiator sealant must not be mixed with the coolant.
• You can continue driving if the permitted G12evo coolant additive was not added. However, go to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Faci immediately to have the coolant replaced to reduce the risk of engine damage.
• Due to the risk of engine damage, the cooling system should only be refilled by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility. An authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility can also provide you with important information about the recommended coolant additive.

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Checking coolant

Observe the safety precautions and general information.

Checking the coolant level

• Park the vehicle on a level surface.
• Switch the ignition off.
• Open the hood

The coolant expansion tank for some engines is located in the water drip tray under a cover. Slide the cover that is located below the windshield wiper on the front passenger’s side toward the windshield and remove the cover.

• Check the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank,  using the outer markings 3. The coolant level must be between the markings 2′) when the engine is cold. When the engine is warm it can be slightly above the upper marking.
• When you add coolant to the expansion tank, please refer to the cooling system.

Adding coolant
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of coolant in the expansion tank.

If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water and coolant additives. Audi recommends mixing the coolant additive with distilled water.

• Allow the engine to cool.
• Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expansion tank cap.
• Push the release button 1 on the cap and carefully turn it to the left until you feel resistance
• Push the release button again and remove the cap completely.
• Add coolant mixed in the correct ratio up to the MAX marking.
• Make sure that the fluid level remains stable. Add more coolant if necessary.
• Turn the capto the right to tighten it until you feel resistance a second time.

Warning

• The engine compartment in any vehicle is a potentially dangerous area. Stop the engine, switch the ignition off, and allow the engine to cool before working in the engine compartment. Always follow the information found in, General information.
• Never open the hood if you can see or hear steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment. This increases the risk of burns. The cooling system is under pressure.  When you no longer see or hear steam or coolant escaping, you may open the engine compartment with caution.
• When working in the engine compartment, remember that the radiator fan can switch on even if the ignition is switched off, which increases the risk of injury.
• Coolant additives and coolant can be dangerous to your health. For this reason, store the coolant in the original container and away from children. There is a risk of poisoning.

Note
Coolant loss that results in the coolant expansion tank becoming nearly empty primarily indicates that there are significant leaks in the cooling system, which can lead to further damage.

• Do not add coolant if the expansion tank is empty. Air could enter the cooling system and increase the risk of damage. If this is the case, do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
• If there is any coolant remaining, add additional coolant. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected
  If the indicator light turns on again, do not continue driving and switch the ignition off. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
• If there is too much coolant in the expansion tank after adding coolant, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon as possible to have the coolant level was corrected.

Brake fluid

Observe the safety precautions and general information.

Checking the brake fluid level

• Park the vehicle on a level surface.
• Slide the cover that is located below the windshield wipers on the driver’s side toward the windshield and remove the cover.
• Read the brake fluid level on the brake fluid reservoir. 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 the vehicle and check the 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. Has the brake fluid been 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

• If the brake fluid level is below the MIN marking, it can impair the braking effect and driving safety, which increase the risk of an accident. Do not continue driving. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
• If the brake fluid is old, bubbles may form in the brake system during heavy braking. This could impair braking performance and driving safety, which increases the risk of an accident.
• The brake fluid in your vehicle must meet the standard VW 501 14 and is available at an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility. If this brake fluid is not available, another high-grade brake fluid of equivalent quality may be used, and it must meet the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Standard (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4, Class 6.
• Reusing brake fluid or using brake fluid that is not permitted for your vehicle will significantly impair the braking performance and can even lead to a failure of the brake system. The manufacturer of the vehicle is not liable for failures or damage resulting from this. It will also not be covered by the warranty.

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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