2018

Pre-Delivery Inspection
Technician Reference Document

Effective 11-1-2017-US
Version 1.6

Table of Contents
Technician Reference Document
Technician Reference Document Overview
The Pre-Delivery Inspection Technician Reference Document is designed to be a resource used in hand with
the Pre-Delivery Inspection Checklist (PDI). The PDI Checklist has been simplified to make the process more
efficient, and in doing so, this document has been created to be used as a reference for checklist items that
may have additional information. On the PDI Checklist, you find that certain items have been notated with an
asterisk symbol (*), this lets you know that additional information can be found in this Technician Reference
Document.
Below you will find a list of each model, with the page numbers to their left. After navigating to the desired
page, you will notice each model page is formatted similarly to the PDI Checklists. After each section title is the
original checklist item, followed by any additional information specific to that model.

Table of Contents
3-4

A3/S3 Sedan & Cabriolet/RS 3

5-6

A3 e-tron Sportback

7-8

A4/S4/A4 allroad

9-10

A5/S5

11-12

A6/S6

13-15

A7/S7/RS 7/RS 7 performance

16-17

A8 L/S8 plus

18-19

Q3

20-21

Q5/SQ5

22-24

Q7

25-26

R8

27-28

TT/TTS/TTRS

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Vehicle Preparation

Interior (continued)

•      Deactivate vehicle transport mode

•      Inspect mirrors for proper operation

This step must be performed with the ignition on/engine
off or the 03 brake module may remain in transport mode.
See TSB 2042954 for resolution.
Deactivate vehicle transport mode (via Special functions >
PDI service > 19-Transport mode activating/deactivating.)
•      Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided
Functions (if equipped with NAV)*
Using ODIS, right click the 5F-Information control unit 1,
and select “Guided Functions > 5F-Adaptations > Storage of
music activating/deactivating (option 2) and when prompted
for the Optical drive, choose option 1 for “On”
•      Set service reminder
via Special functions > PDI service > 17-PDI-resetting SRI at
PDI, counter reset, etc.
•      Perform any open campaigns
Follow instructions listed in campaign documentation
Exterior
•      Check all key buttons and features
Check functionality of all keys. Verify vehicle starts and runs
with all keys and the start/stop button. Verify all doors and
trunk remotely lock/unlock with all keys, including all door
handle sensors with Advanced Key (if equipped)
Lighting and Windshield
•      Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)
Headlights must be on to test functionality of the headlight
washers
Trunk Inspection
•      Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into
trunk tool kit
Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit and wheel
lock key (if applicable) into trunk tool kit
•      Set spare tire pressure (Sedan only)
See separate “2018 Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure
Table” posted on ServiceNet
•      Check battery clamps for proper torque
Refer to Elsa Pro for specification

Inspect folding, adjustments, right side tilt in reverse, heating (if equipped)
•      Check rear view mirror operation
Check self-dimming function/lighting
•      Verify proper operation of climate control
Ensure proper heating and A/C cooling and open all panel
vents for all zones
•      Inspect operation of all power outlets
Inspect operation of front outlet, aux. outlet under armrest,
and rear outlets
•      Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation
Verify open/close/vent/deflector at edge and sunshade
operation
Settings
•      Set time source setting to “GPS” and set auto daylight
savings time to “on.”*
Change time zone appropriate to dealer location
•      Verify and set language and measurement units
This can be changed in the Settings menu by going to Menu >
Vehicle > Vehicle settings
•      Verify Speech Dialog System is operating
Press the “Talk” button and verify several commands
•      Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to an audible level
Via “Menu > Vehicle > Left Option > Driver Assistance >
Parking Aid”
•      Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)
Set dealership location for following back to dealership
during road test
•      Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)
This can be changed in the Driver Assistance Settings by
going to Menu > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Speed Warning
> Manual > Select OffMedia / Radio / SAT
Media / Radio / SAT
•      Verify HD Radio is turned “off”
This can be found in the Radio/Settings Menu

Interior
•      Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls
Check operation of all switches: Locks, windows, seat adjustment, heated seats (if equipped) and child safety features
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Audi connect® (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

Driver Assistance

•      Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present (if
equipped)

•      Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)

Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present, including Audi brochure, AT&T brochure, AT&T Terms & Conditions
(T&C) (if applicable)
•      Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)
Ensure the wireless network is turned on (Telephone > Options > Wi-Fi® options > Wi-Fi® Mode “Hotspot” )
•      Check Wi-Fi® hotspot visibility. No data available at PDI (if
equipped)
Ensure the wireless network is turned on (Telephone > Options > Wi-Fi® options > Wi-Fi® Mode “Hotspot” )
•      Enable Google Earth (if equipped)
Enable Google Earth in the Navigation > Map Settings and
verify the white Google logo appears in the bottom right
hand corner of the MMI screen
On-Hoist Inspection

Verify operation of Audi parking system sensors with rear
view camera (if equipped)
Post-Road Test Inspection
•      Perform a battery test
Perform the A-battery test for new batteries using GFF in
ODIS Diagnosis > Special functions > PDI Service. Select
option 2, the battery test for new batteries as part of the
Pre-Delivery Inspection and act according to the test result
(ok, recharge, replace). Ensure diagnosis log is uploaded to
the GFF paperless server by selecting “ok” when tester wants
to send the current generated diagnosis protocol online.
(Note: Do not use Guided Function. The diagnosis log will not
be uploaded to GFF paperless server)
•      Check engine oil level
Fill oil to the max level when the vehicle is at operating temperature

•      Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque
Use torque wrench to verify
•      Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied
Wheel bolt covers and center caps can be found in the PDI kit
•      Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle
If a known “sold” unit, set to appropriate Normal Load Condition. See separate “2018 Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure Table” posted on ServiceNet. If going to stock, set to
maximum recommended tire pressures listed on the B-pillar
door jamb, and store tire pressure values in Car/System menu
Driving Performance
•      Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality
Verify the velum sticker is on the start/stop button. Remove
the start/stop information card from the car kit and place it
in the glove box with the owner’s manuals. Additional supply
can be ordered via the Brand Store on AccessAudi
•      Verify engine performance and acceleration
Listen for abnormal noise/vibrations
•      Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times
Apply brakes at least 4 times at 20 mph (35 km/h) to clean
brake rotors. Check for abnormal noise/vibration/pulsation
•      Calibrate rear view mirror
Calibrate rear view mirror compass to proper zone and check
self-dimming function/lighting (if equipped)
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Vehicle Preparation

Interior (continued)

•      Deactivate vehicle transport mode

•      Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls

Deactivate vehicle transport mode (via Special functions –>
Service work –> 19-Transport mode activating/deactivating)
•      Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided
Functions (if equipped with NAV)
Set adaptation channel (via Control Module list –> 5F –>
Guided Functions –> 5F Adaption). Also referred to as CD
Ripping. Perform 3 button reset of the MMI to complete the
activation. Refer to the owners manual for model specific
button sequence
•      Set service reminder
via Special functions > PDI service > 17-PDI-resetting SRI at
PDI, counter reset, etc.
•      Perform any open campaigns
Follow instructions listed in campaign documentation

Exterior
•      Check all key buttons and features
Check functionality of all keys. Verify vehicle starts and runs
with all keys and the start/stop button. Verify all doors and
trunk remotely lock/unlock with all keys, including all door
handle sensors with Advanced Key (if equipped)

Check operation of all switches: Locks, windows, seat adjustment, heated seats (if equipped) and child safety features
•      Inspect mirrors for proper operation
Inspect folding, adjustments, right side tilt in reverse, heating (if equipped)
•      Check rear view mirror operation
Check self-dimming function/lighting (if equipped)
•      Verify proper operation of climate control
Ensure proper heating and A/C cooling and open all panel
vents for all zones
•      Inspect operation of all power outlets
Inspect operation of front outlet, aux. outlet under armrest,
and rear outlets
•      Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation*
Verify open/close/vent/deflector at edge and sunshade
operation
Settings
•      Set time source setting to “GPS” and set auto daylight
savings time to “on.”*
Change time zone appropriate to dealer location
•      Verify and set language and Measurement Units
This can be changed in the Setup/Settings menu

Lighting and Windshield
•      Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)
Headlights must be on to test functionality of the headlight
washers

•      Verify speech dialogue system is operating
Press the “Talk” button and verify several commands
•      Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to an audible level
Via “ Menu > Vehicle > Left Option > Drive Assistance > Parking Aid”
•      Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)

Trunk Inspection
•      Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into
trunk lid toolkit
Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit and wheel
lock key (if applicable) into trunk tool kit
•      Check battery clamps for proper torque
Refer to Elsa Pro for specification

Set dealership location for following back to dealership
during road test
•      Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)
This can be changed in the Driver Assistance Settings by
going to Menu > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Speed Warning
> Manual > Select Off
Media / Radio / SAT
•      Verify HD Radio is turned “off”

Interior

This can be found in the Radio/Settings Menu

•      Verify operation of all seat belts and latches*
Check operation of all switches: Locks, windows, seat adjustment, heated seats (if equipped) and child safety features
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Audi connect® (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

Driver Assistance

•      Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present

•      Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)

Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present, including Audi brochure, AT&T brochure, AT&T Terms & Conditions
(T&C) (if applicable)
•      Turn on the Wi-Fi® hotspot (if equipped)
Ensure the wireless network is turned on (Telephone > Options > Wi-Fi® options > Wi-Fi® Mode “Hotspot” )
•      Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped)
Review TSB 2042942 for additional information
Make sure the system fully connects to the wireless network
(LTE symbol with service bars)(only applies if in an AT&T
service area)
•      Enable Google Earth (if equipped)
Enable Google Earth in the Navigation > Map Settings and
verify the white Google logo appears in the bottom right
hand corner of the MMI screen
On-Hoist Inspection
•      Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied
Wheel bolt covers and center caps can be found in the PDI kit
•      Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque
Use torque wrench to verify
•      Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle
If a known “sold” unit, set to appropriate Normal Load Condition. See separate “2018 Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure Table” posted on ServiceNet. If going to stock, set to
maximum recommended tire pressures listed on the B-pillar
door jamb, and store tire pressure values in Car/System menu
Driving Performance
•      Verify engine performance and acceleration
Listen for abnormal noise/vibrations
•      Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times
Apply brakes at least 4 times at 20 mph (35 km/h) to clean
brake rotors. Check for abnormal noise/ vibration/pulsation

Verify operation of Audi parking system sensors with rear
view camera (if equipped)
Hybrid Technology
•      Verify EV button is operating
Push the EV button at a speed below 80 mph and check for
lights on EV button and instrument cluster. Cycle through
the different EV modes: EV, Hybrid, Hold Battery, and Charge
Battery. These settings can be accessed through the MMI
via MENU > Car > Car systems > Charging & e-tron > e-tron
mode. EV mode may or may not activate based on current
operational criteria as described in the owner’s manual
•      Verify charging while braking in recuperation range
See power meter for details. Will only recuperate if battery is
not fully charged
•      Check MMI and instrument cluster for proper operation
mode indication (only shows in MMI if equipped with NAV)
Verify green arrows while EV or electrical drive, orange
while combustion engine active, etc. Only shows in MMI if
equipped with NAV
•      Verify front charge port is operational
Plug in charger and verify that it is operational and charges
the vehicle
Post-Road Test Inspection
•      Perform a battery test
Perform the A-battery test for new batteries using GFF in
ODIS Diagnosis > Special functions > PDI Service. Select
option 2, the battery test for new batteries as part of the
Pre-Delivery Inspection and act according to the test result
(ok, recharge, replace). Ensure diagnosis log is uploaded to
the GFF paperless server by selecting “ok” when tester wants
to send the current generated diagnosis protocol online.
(Note: Do not use Guided Function. The diagnosis log will not
be uploaded to GFF paperless server)

•      Calibrate rear view mirror
Calibrate rear view mirror compass to proper zone and check
self-dimming function/lighting (if equipped)

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Vehicle Preparation

Interior (continued)

•      Deactivate vehicle transport mode

•      Inspect mirrors for proper operation

This step must be performed with the ignition on/engine
off or the 03 brake module may remain in transport mode.
See TSB 2042954 for resolution.
Deactivate vehicle transport mode (via Special functions >
PDI service > 19-Transport mode activating/deactivating.)
•      Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided
Functions (if equipped with NAV)*
Using ODIS, right click the 5F-Information control unit 1, and
select Guided Functions > 5f-Adaptations > Storage of music
activating/deactivating (option 2) and when prompted for
the Optical drive, choose option 1 for “On”
•      Set service reminder
via Special functions –> PDI service –> 17-PDI-resetting SRI
at PDI, counter reset, etc
•      Perform any open campaigns
Follow instructions listed in campaign documentation
Exterior
•      Check all key buttons and features
Check functionality of all keys. Verify vehicle starts and runs
with all keys and the start/stop button. Verify all doors and
trunk remotely lock/unlock with all keys, including all door
handle sensors with Advanced Key (if equipped)
Lighting and Windshield
•      Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)
Headlights must be on to test functionality of the headlight
washers
Trunk Inspection
•      Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into
trunk tool kit
Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit and wheel
lock key (if applicable) into trunk tool kit
•      Set spare tire pressure
See separate “2018 Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure
Table” posted on ServiceNet
•      Check battery clamps for proper torque
Refer to Elsa Pro for specification
Interior
•      Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls
Check operation of all switches: Locks, windows, seat adjustment, heated seats (if equipped) and child safety features
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Inspect folding, adjustments, right side tilt in reverse, heating
•      Check rear view mirror operation
Check self-dimming function/lighting
•      Verify proper operation of climate control
Ensure proper heating and A/C cooling and open all panel
vents for all zones
•      Inspect operation of all power outlets
Inspect operation of front outlet, aux. outlet under armrest,
and rear outlets
•      Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation
Verify open/close/vent/deflector at edge and sunshade
operation
Settings
•      Set Time source setting to “GPS” and set Auto daylight
savings time to “on.”
Change time zone appropriate to the dealer location
•      Verify and set language and measurement units
This can be changed in the Settings menu by going to Menu >
Vehicle > Vehicle settings
•      Verify Speech Dialog System is operating
Press the “Talk” button and verify several commands
•      Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to an audible level
Via “Menu > Vehicle > Left Option > Driver Assistance > Parking Aid”
•      Set “Music volume while parking” to 6 lines
Accessed via MMI rear view camera display, Settings > Music
volume while parking (applies to vehicles with park assist or
rear view camera)
•      Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)
Set dealership location for following back to dealership
during road test
•      Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)
This can be changed in the Driver Assistance settings by
going to Menu > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Speed Warning
> Manual > Select Off
Media / Radio / SAT
•      Verify HD Radio is turned “off”
This can be found in the Radio/Settings Menu

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Audi connect® (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

Driver Assistance

•      Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present (if
equipped)

•      Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)

Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present, including Audi brochure, AT&T brochure, AT&T Terms & Conditions
(T&C) (if applicable)
•      Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)
Ensure the wireless network is turned on (TEL function button > Settings Ctrl button > Wi-Fi® settings > Wi-Fi® active >
select “Visible”)
•      Check Wi-Fi® hotspot Visibility. No data available at PDI (if
equipped)
Check Wi-Fi® hotspot functionality is enabled and verify the
Access point (SSID) is set to “Audi_MMI__XXXX,” where XXXX
is the last four digits of VIN. Via Telephone > Options > Wi-Fi®
options > Wi-Fi® Mode “Hotspot” > Hotspot settings > Access
point (SSID)
On-Hoist Inspection
•      Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied
Wheel bolt covers and center caps can be found in the PDI kit
•      Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque
Use torque wrench to verify
•      Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle

Verify operation of Audi parking system sensors with rear
view camera (if equipped)
•      Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if
equipped)
Verify the image can be adjusted properly in the viewing
area of the windshield. Verify NAV directions, speed, cruise
control, and lane assist are all visible in Head-up display (as
equipped)
Post-Road Test Inspection
•      Perform a battery test
Perform the A-battery test for new batteries using GFF in
ODIS Diagnosis –> Special functions –> PDI service. Select
option 2, the battery test for new batteries as part of the
pre–delivery inspection and act according to the test result
(ok, recharge, replace). Ensure diagnosis log is uploaded to
the GFF paperless server by selecting “ok” when tester wants
to send the current generated diagnosis protocol online.
(Note: Do not use Guided Function. The diagnosis log will not
be uploaded to GFF paperless)
•      Check engine oil level