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NHTSA ID Number: 10118379

Manufacturer Communication Number: PDI - 2017 Q7 Te

TSB/Document Date: 2017-10-04


Summary

This document includes the AudieBay logo Pre-Delivery inspection that must be completed prior to customer delivery by an AudieBay logo technician. All PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only.


2017

Q7/Q7 TDI
AudieBay logo Technician Report
Stock No.

Dealer Number

R.O. No.

VIN

Road test mileage out

Road test mileage in

 All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an AudieBay logo technician
AudieBay logo recommends using an AudieBay logo approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection
 All PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only. Do not use Guided Functions for any PDI related test as
these will not be uploaded to the Paperless Server. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis for using GFF for PDI
function tests.
 For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information

Vehicle Preparation

Interior

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches

 Deactivate vehicle transport mode*
This step must be performed with the engine off and ignition on

 Check operation of windows and locks*

 Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping (if equipped with
NAV)*
 Set service reminder*
 Perform any open campaigns*

 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
 Check rear view mirror operation*
 Verify operation of all interior lights
 Verify SOS button is green and Roadside assistance button LED
will remain off (if equipped)
 Check heated steering wheel operation (if equipped)

Under the Hood Fluid Check and Inspection

 Verify operation front heated seats*

 Check battery clamps for proper torque*

 Verify operation of rear heated seats (if equipped)

 Perform a battery test*

 Verify operation front ventilated seats (if equipped)

 Check engine oil level*

 Verify operation of massaging front seats (if equipped)

 Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary

 Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row and power folding
3rd row seats*

Exterior

 Verify proper operation of climate control*

 Check all key buttons and features*

 Inspect operation of all power outlets*

 Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped)*

 Check panoramic sunroof & sunshade operation*

Lighting and Windshield
 Test exterior lighting functions
 Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)*
Trunk Inspection
 Verify power tailgate is operational and set default opening
height*
 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*

 Verify the glove compartment opens and closes properly
 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection System
 Verify operation of rear side manual sunshades (if equipped)

Settings
 Verify operation of MMI all-in-touch with handwriting recognition (if equipped)
 Set Time to “Automatic setting” and “Automatic time zone”
 Verify and set language and Measurement Units*

 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment

 Verify Speech dialog system is operating*

 Verify inflatable repair kit & compressor are present

 Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to Medium*

 Set spare tire pressure*

 Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)*

Effective 2-9-2016-US
Version 1.3

PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 1

2017

Q7/Q7 TDI
AudieBay logo Technician Report
Settings (continued)

Driving Performance (continued)

 Load Onboard Video Tutorials*

 Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality*

 Turn off Manual Speed Warning*

 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*
 Check steering/tire alignment

Media / Radio / SAT

 Verify operation of all-wheel steering with vehicle speeddependent control (if equipped)*

 Verify operation of CD/DVD player

 Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise

 Insert SD card and test function of all slots

 Check adaptive air suspension in all positions (if equipped)

 Program the presets to local stations

 Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM bands

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*

Driver Assistance

AudieBay logo connect (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

 Verify cruise control and ACC with Traffic jam assist (congestion assist) (if equipped)

 Verify AudieBay logo connect Information Packet is present (if
equipped)*

 Verify AudieBay logo side assist functionality Pre sense rear (if
equipped)*

 Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped)*
 Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)*

 Verify AudieBay logo active lane assist functionality (if equipped)

 Check Wi-Fi hotspot visibility. No data available at PDI (if
equipped)*

 Verify operation of Traffic sign recognition (if equipped)

 Enable Google Earth (if equipped)*

 Verify all vehicle Head-up Display functionality (if
equipped)*

On-Hoist Inspection

 Verify operation of night vision camera (if equipped)

 Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires and wheels
for damage

 Verify operation of High-beam assist (if equipped)

 Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components

 Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership (if
equipped)

 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*

 Verify operation of parking system plus*

 Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*
 Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*

Post-Road Test Inspection
 Interrogate fault memory and print Diagnostic Log

Driving Performance

 Ensure the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel

 Check horn operation

 Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker

 Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake

 Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times

 Verify engine performance and acceleration*
 Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles

Technician
I certify that all operations have been completed and this vehicle has been prepared in accordance with AudieBay logo Procedures and
Quality Standards, and has met the standards for Perfect Delivery.

Technician Signature

Effective 2-9-2016-US
Version 1.3

Last 8 of VIN

Completion Date

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