2016

A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8/A8 L TDI
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection
Stock No.

Dealer Number

R.O. No.

VIN

Road test mileage out

Road test mileage in

Reminders
 All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi technician
 Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection
 Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis using GFF for the PDI function tests
 It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units
during the SVM check vehicle configuration
 For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information

Vehicle Preparation

Trunk Inspection (continued)

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment

 Deactivate vehicle transport mode*

 Set spare tire pressure*

 Deactivate air suspension loading mode*
 Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping (if equipped with
NAV)*

Interior
 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches

 Set service reminder*

 Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls*

 Perform any open campaigns *

 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
 Check rear view mirror operation*

Under the Hood Inspection
 Check battery clamps for proper torque*
 Perform a battery test*
 Check engine oil level*
 Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary

 Verify operation of all interior lights
 Check heated steering wheel operation (if equipped)
 Verify operation heated seats (if equipped)
 Verify operation heated/ventilated seats (if equipped)*
 Verify proper operation of climate control*

Exterior

 Verify rear climate control operation (if equipped)*

 Check all key buttons and features*

 Inspect operation of all power outlets*

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

 Check panoramic sunroof operation*

Lighting and Windshield

 Verify operation of power rear and rear side sunshade operation (if equipped)

 Test exterior lighting functions
 Install wiper blades

 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System

 Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)*

Settings

Trunk Inspection

 Set Time source setting to “GPS” and set Auto daylight savings time to “on.”*

 Verify trunk lid is operational
 Verify operation of emergency release handle
 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*
Effective 7-17-2015-US
Version 1.0

 Verify and set language and Measurement Units*
 Verify Voice Activation is operating*
 Set “Music volume while parking” to 6 lines*
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2016

A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8/A8 L TDI
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection
Settings (continued)

Driving Performance (continued)

 Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)*

 Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality (if equipped)*

 Load Onboard Video Tutorials*

 Verify engine performance and acceleration*

Media / Radio / SAT

 Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles (if
equipped)

 Verify operation of both USB ports

 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*

 Verify operation of CD/DVD player (if equipped)

 Check steering/tire alignment

 Insert SD card and test function of all slots

 Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise

 Program the presets to local stations

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

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*

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

Audi connect (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

 Calibrate rear view mirror*

 Verify operation of AMI

Driver Assistance

 Verify operation of CD/DVD player (if equipped)
 Insert SD card and test function of all slots

 Verify cruise control/ACC with Stop & Go functionality (if
equipped)

 Program the presets to local stations

 Verify Audi side assist functionality (if equipped)

 Verify operation of Rear Seat Entertainment (if equipped)*

 Verify Audi active lane assist functionality (if equipped)

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*

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

On-Hoist Inspection

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

 Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instruction)

 Verify operation of night vision camera (if equipped)

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

 Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)*

 Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components

Post-Road Test Inspection

 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*

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

 Install wheel bolt covers*
 Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*
Driving Performance

 Interrogate fault memory and print Diagnostic Log

 Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker
 Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times

 Check horn operation
 Verify hold and release of parking brake

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

Technician Signature

Effective 7-17-2015-US
Version 1.0

Last 8 of VIN

Completion Date

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