NHTSA ID Number: 10122448
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSP 960243
TSB/Document Date: 2017-11-08
Summary
This document contains the eSelf Study Program that teaches a basic knowledge of the design and functions of the new model.
Head area heating via the air vents on the upper edge of the
backrest provides warmth in the head, neck and shoulder
areas of the driver and front passenger.
PTC heating
element
Head area heating can be switched on when the engine is
running, even if the convertible top is open.
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The front seats with head space heating have no air intakes.
The air required for head space heating is aspirated from
the entire seat.
To ensure that enough air flows to Head Area Heater
Control Modules J846 and J847, neither the seat fabric nor
the rear seat cover are hermetically sealed.
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Head space heating
button, driver's seat
Climatronic Control Module J255
The head area heater system is switched on and off by
switches integrated in Climatronic Control Module J255
just above the seat heater switches.
Three settings can be selected. When the system is on, its
setting is indicated by LEDs.
The head area heater intensity level depends on the setting
selected and on the position of the convertible top. If the
convertible top is open, the heating output of the PTC
element and the air flow rate are increased in each setting.
*Head area heating not available for North America at launch.
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Seat heater button,
driver's seat
The head area heating system has a maximum power
consumption of approximately 20A per front seat module.
Climatronic Control Module J255 receives input from the
heater switches and sends it to Vehicle Electrical System
Control Module J519 over the Convenience CAN. J519
transmits the activated head area heater setting and
convertible top open or closed position by LIN signal.
HSH button,
left
The Head Area Heater Control Modules then actuate the
corresponding blower setting and the heating output of the
PTC element.
Head Area Heater Control Modules J846 and J847 are
identical and are may be installed on either the left or
right seat by a pin coding assignment.
HSH button,
right
Convenience
CAN bus
LIN
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J255
J519
J846
J847
SH1
SH2
Head space heating (HSH) button, left
Head space heating (HSH) button, right
Climatronic Control Module
Vehicle Electrical System Control Module
Left Head Area Heater Control Module
Right Head Area Heater Control Module
Fuse 1 on fuse holder H
Fuse 2 on fuse holder H
* PIN coding wire
LIN
Convenience CAN bus
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Infotainment
In response to the speed at which the development cycles
for information and entertainment systems occur, the
automotive industry has had to shorten its development
cycles as well. Keeping up to date with the latest advances
is a growing challenge for car makers.
To meet this challenge, the Volkswagen
Group has introduced the Modular Infotainment Platform (MIB).
Central to the development of the MIB, Information
Electronics Control Module 1 J794, has been re-designed
as a modular component. The control module architecture
allows the hardware to be easily and economically
updated so that it always incorporates the latest technological advances.
An important component is the graphics processor made by
market-leader Nvidia, with whom Audi enjoys a very successful business relationship. The latest Nvidia processors
will continue to be used in Audi vehicles in the future. The
new platform means that it will be possible to use the
same central processing units (J794) across the entire
Group. So, in the future it will be possible to run brand
specific variants on four standardized hardware platforms.
Overview of versions
In the North American market, the following versions of
the MIB will be available on the 2015 Audi A3:
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Standard MIB - MMI radio
High-spec MIB
•
MMI navigation plus
•
MMI navigation plus with Audi connect
Click here for a closer look at the Audi
A3 sedan Modular Infotainment
System.
Reference
For more information about the infotainment systems of the 2015 A3, please see eSelf-Study Program 970143,
Modular Infotainment Platform (MIB).
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Standard MIB - MMI radio
High spec MIB
MMI navigation plus
High spec MIB
MMI navigation plus with Audi connect
5.8“ TFT color monitor with
400 x 240 pixel resolution
7.0“ TFT color monitor with
800 x 480 pixel resolution
7.0“ TFT color monitor with
800 x 480 pixel resolution
2D navigation system
3D hard drive navigation system
MMI touch
AM/FM radio with phase diversity
AM/FM radio with phase diversity and TMC
tuner
AM/FM radio with phase diversity and background tuner
Car menu
Car menu
Car menu
CD drive (MP3, WMA, AAC1))
CD drive (MP3, WMA, AAC)
DVD drive (audio/video, MP3, AAC, WMA,
MPEG4)
1 SD card reader (SDHC cards with up to
32 GB of memory)
2 SD card readers (SDHC cards with up to
32 GB of memory)
2 SD card readers (SDHC cards with up to
32 GB of memory)
approximately 10 GB for jukebox
AUX (with AMI)
Audi music interface with iPod cable (UE7)
Audi music interface with iPod cable (UE7)
Audi Sound System (9VD)
Audi Sound System (9VD)
Audi Sound System (9VD)
Bluetooth interface for HFP and A2DP
(9ZX)
Bluetooth interface for HFP and A2DP
(9ZX)
Speech dialogue system
Premium speech dialogue system
1 sim card reader
Bluetooth interface for HFP and A2DP
(9ZX) and speech dialogue system
Optional
Audi music interface with iPod cable
(UE7)
Bluetooth car phone BTA (market-dependent,
Audi connect incl. car phone)
(9ZK)
SDARS HD radio
(QV3)
1)
SDARS HD radio
(QV3)
SDARS HD radio
(QV3)
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
(9VS)
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
(9VS)
The MMI Radio can only play back AAC files only if the optional Audi music interface is installed.
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Optional Bang & Olufsen sound system
The speakers are driven through an external 13-channel
amplifier (Digital Sound System Control Module J525) with
a total power output of 625W.
Surround sound is provided by 13 high-performance speakers
including center speakers and, instead of a subwoofer, two
special Kickbass speakers (R17/R15) each delivering 100W.
R20
R208
R22
R23
R104
R17
R16
R21
R103
J525
R14
R105
R15
Key:
J525
R14
R15
R16
R17
R20
R21
R22
R23
R103
R104
R105
R106
R208
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Digital Sound System Control Module
Left Rear Treble Speaker
Left Rear Bass Speaker
Right Rear Treble Speaker
Right Rear Bass Speaker
Left Front Treble Speaker
Left Front Bass Speaker
Right Front Treble Speaker
Right Front Bass Speaker
Left Front Mid-range Speaker
Right Front Mid-range Speaker
Left Mid-range Speaker
Right Mid-range Speaker
Center Speaker
R106
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Notes
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Antenna system
To ensure optimal AM reception when the convertible top is
open and closed, two antennas for AM reception are
installed on the A3 Cabriolet.
When the convertible top is closed, the signals from the
convertible top antenna and Antenna Amplifier R24 are
combined to give better reception.
The AM1 antenna is integrated in the right rear trim panel,
while AM2 R11 is built into the convertible top.
If the convertible top is open, only Antenna Amplifier R24
provides a signal.
R83 R56 R50
R55
R82
Key:
R11
R24
R50
R55
R56
R65
R78
R82
R83
R111
R112
R172
R183
R205
R248
R267
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Antenna (AM2)
Antenna Amplifier (AM1)
GPS Antenna
TV Antenna 1 (not for the North American market
TV Antenna 2 (not for the North American market
Telephone Antenna
TV tuner (not for the North American market)
TV Antenna Amplifier 1 (not for the North American Market)
TV Antenna Amplifier 2 (not for the North American Market)
Antenna Amplifier 2
Antenna Amplifier 3
Satellite Tuner Antenna
Digital Radio Antenna
GSM Antenna
Radio Antenna
GSM Antenna 2
R183
R112
R11
R78
R111
R24
R248
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R65
R172
R267
R205
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Service
Service interval overview for North American region
Service recommendations can be viewed through the MMI.
• Oil change service
• Mileage based service events
• time based service events
Flexible service event
(ROW)
Mileage based service event
Time based service event
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The first recommended oil change for A3 Cabriolets in the
North American region is at 5000 mi (8000 km) or at one
year from the date of delivery. An oil change and inspection service is recommended at 15,000 mi (24,000 km) Oil
change service is recommended 10,000 mi (16,000 km)
thereafter with. See the chart below.
5000 mi (8000 km)
1 year
15,000 mi (24,000 km)
2 years
25,000 mi (40,000 km)
3 years
35,000 mi (56,000 km)
4 years
45,000 mi (72,000 km)
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Self Study Program
eSelf-Study Program 920243
The Audi 1.8L and 2.0L Third Generation
EA888 Engines
1
SSP 970343
The 2015 Audi A3 Vehicle
Electronics and Drivers Assistance
Systems
SSP 920243
Audi 1.8L and 2.0L Third
Generation EA888 Engines
eSelf Study Program 960143
The 2015 Audi A3
Running Gear and Suspension System
SSP 970143
Modular Infotainment Platform
(MIB)
SSP 960143
The 2015 Audi A3 Running Gear
and Suspension Systems
SSP 970243
The 2015 Audi A3 Onboard Power
Supply and Networking Systems
SSP 920143
The Audi 2.0L Third Generation
TDI Engine
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Knowledge Assessment
An On-Line Knowledge Assessment (exam) is Available for this eSelf-Study Program.
The Knowledge Assessment is required for Certification.
You can find this Knowledge Assessment at:
www.accessaudi.com
From the accessaudi.com Homepage:
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Click on the “ACADEMY” tab
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Click on the “Academy site” link
•
Click on the Course Catalog Search and select “960243b - 2015 A3 Cabriolet”
Please submit any questions or inquiries via the Academy CRC Online Support Form
which is located under the “Support” tab or the “Contact Us” tab of the Academy CRC.
Thank you for reading this eSelf-Study Program and taking the assessment.
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