2018

R8 Coupe/R8 Spyder
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
 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
 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
 For items marked with **, follow instructions for stock inventory vehicle

Vehicle Preparation

Exterior (continued)

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Inspect exterior for damage, dings, dents and surface
scratches

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

Lighting and Windshield

 Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided
Functions (if equipped with NAV)*

 Test exterior lighting functions

 Set service reminder*

 Install wiper blades

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

 Perform any open campaigns*
 Set the service intervals to 10k instead of 5k during PDI or
existing 2017 vehicles that are set incorrectly
1. Click on the “Special functions” tab
2. Scroll down to ‘Maintenance’

Trunk Inspection
 Verify operation of emergency release handle
 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*

3. Select the 17 - inspection with oil change - 10,000 miles,
USA function test

 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment

4. Perform the function test, but make sure you select
“USA” as the country variant and when the question
“Which service display should be reset?” comes up,
select #2 (Oil service display and inspection service
display).

 Check battery clamps for proper torque*

5. Then the MMI® indicator should now properly display the
following values

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

 Verify tire repair kit and compressor are present

Interior
 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches
 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*

− Next oil service in 10,000 miles / 365 days

 Check rear view mirror operation*

− Next inspection service at 20,000 miles / 730 days

 Verify operation of all interior lights

Exterior
 Check all key buttons and features*
Effective 11-1-2017-US
Version 1.2

 Verify operation heated seats (if equipped)
 Verify proper operation of climate control*
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R8 Coupe/R8 Spyder
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection
Interior (continued)

On-Hoist Inspection (continued)

 Inspect operation of all power outlets*

 Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*

 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System

 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*

Settings

 Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*

 Verify operation of MMI® touch pad (if equipped)

Driving Performance

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

 Check horn operation

 Verify and set language and measurement units*
 Verify Speech Dialog System is operating*

 Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake
 Verify engine performance and acceleration*

 Set “Music volume while parking” to 6 lines*

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

 Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)

 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*

 Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)*

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

Media / Radio / SAT
 Verify operation of all USB ports
 Verify operation of AMI or aux. input (if equipped)
 Insert SD card and test function of all slots
 Program the presets to local stations
 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*
Audi connect® (USA ONLY)
 Connect the dealer demo SIM card to verify system connects
to mobile network*
 Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present (if
equipped)
 Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped).
Review TSB 2042942 for additional information
 Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)*

 Verify rear spoiler functionality (if equipped)
 Check steering/tire alignment
 Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise
 Calibrate rear view mirror*
 Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM® bands
Driver Assistance
 Verify all cruise control functions (if equipped)
 Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)*
 Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership (if
equipped)
Convertible Functionality (if equipped)
 Test operation of power folding top*
 Test power wind deflector

 Turn on the Wi-Fi® hotspot (if equipped)*

Post-Road Test Inspection

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

 Interrogate fault memory and upload diagnostic log to GFF
Paperless Server

 Check Wi-Fi® hotspot functionality (if equipped)*

 Perform a battery test*

 Enable Google EarthTM*

 Check service interval and verify correct interval is displayed

On-Hoist Inspection
 Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instruction)
 Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires and wheels
for damage
 Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components
 Install wheel locks (if equipped)
Effective 11-1-2017-US
Version 1.2

 Check engine oil level*
 Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary
 Ensure the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel
 Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker**
 Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times**

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2018

R8 Coupe/R8 Spyder
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection

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 11-1-2017-US
Version 1.2

Last 8 of VIN

Completion Date

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