2018

A3 e-tron Sportback
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) using PDI Total Function Test Plan 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
 For items marked with **, follow instructions for stock inventory vehicle

Vehicle Preparation

Lighting and Windshield

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Test exterior lighting functions

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

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

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

Trunk Inspection

 Set service reminder*
 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’
3. Select the 17 - inspection with oil change - 10,000 miles,
USA function test
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).
5. Then the MMI® indicator should now properly display the
following values
− Next oil service in 10,000 miles / 365 days
− Next inspection service at 20,000 miles / 730 days

 Install wiper blades

 Verify tailgate is operational
 Verify operation of emergency release handle
 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*
 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment
 Verify tire repair kit and compressor are present
 Check battery clamps for proper torque*
Interior
 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches
 Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls*
 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
 Check rear view mirror operation*
 Verify operation of all interior lights
 Verify operation of heated seats (if equipped)
 Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row3
 Verify proper operation of climate control*

Exterior

 Inspect operation of all power outlets*

 Check all key buttons and features*

 Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation*

 Inspect the outer door seals at all four doors and clean any
visible adhesive using D 002 000 A2 Adhesive Remover or
Acetone

 Verify the glove compartment opens and closes properly

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2018

A3 e-tron Sportback
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection
Interior (continued)

On-Hoist Inspection (continued)

 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System

 Install wheel locks (if equipped)

Settings

 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*

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

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

 Set time source setting to “GPS” and set auto daylight savings time to “on.”*
 Set Time to “Automatic setting” and “Automatic time zone”
 Verify and set language and measurement units*
 Verify Speech Dialog System is operating*
 Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to an audible level*

 Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*

Driving Performance
 Check horn operation
 Verify hold and release of parking brake
 Verify engine performance and acceleration*

 Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)*

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

 Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)*

 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*

Media / Radio / SAT
 Verify operation of all USB ports
 Verify operation of AMI or aux. input (if equipped)
 Verify operation of CD/DVD player (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

 Insert SD card and test function of all slots

Driver Assistance

 Program the presets to local stations

 Verify cruise control/ACC functionality (if equipped)

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*

 Verify Audi side assist functionality (if equipped)

Audi connect® (USA ONLY) (if equipped)

 Verify Audi side assist functionality Pre sense® rear (if
equipped)

 If Audi connect is not functioning with an error message,
“The myAudi Server is currently unavailable”, reference TSB
2048436 to activate service

 Verify Audi active lane assist functionality (if equipped)
 Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)*

 Verify Audi connect® Information Packet is present*

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

 Check LTE connection is possible (if vehicle is marked retail
sold in DMS, data is only available after customer starts
6-month trial in www.myaudiconnect.com)

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

 Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped).
Review TSB 2042942 for additional information*

Hybrid Technology

 Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)*

 Verify charging while braking in recuperation range*

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

 Check MMI® and instrument cluster for proper operation
mode indication (only shows in MMI® if equipped with
NAV)*

 Enable Google EarthTM (if equipped)*
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
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 Verify EV button is operating*

 Set charging timers to default settings
 Verify front charge port is operational*
 Verify the charging cables and charger are present and
operational
 Check the level of the high voltage battery, and charge to
full for customer delivery
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2018

A3 e-tron Sportback
Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection
Post-Road Test Inspection
 Interrogate fault memory and upload diagnostic log to
GFF Paperless Server
 Perform a battery test*
 Select reset interval in the MIB Service and Checks menu if
it is not displaying correct 10K and 20K intervals
 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**

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

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Last 8 of VIN

Completion Date

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