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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 a certified Audi technician
 Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection
 Guided Fault Finding must be used, session must be completed and sent to GFF Paperless
 Total PDI Test must be completed prior to any other work involving the scan tool (special function tab -> Total PDI Test)
 Start Guided Fault Finding with the engine running to ensure control modules in transport mode are identified
 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

Trunk Inspection (continued)

 Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates

 Check battery clamps for proper torque*

 Verify Audi phone box customer registration form is present
in vehicle and add the serial number, FCC ID, and Model
from Elsa (if equipped). See TSB 2051720

 Set spare tire pressure*

 Perform any open campaigns*

 Verify operation of all seat belts and latches

 Perform diagnostics work*

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

 Install front license plate carrier (if necessary)*

 Inspect mirrors for proper operation*

Interior

 Check rear view mirror operation*
Exterior

 Verify operation of all interior lights

 Check all key buttons and features*

 Check heated steering wheel (if equipped, otherwise, ignore
DTC B153813)

 Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped)*
 Inspect exterior for damage, dings, dents and surface
scratches. Report and repair any damage before delivery to
the customer
Lighting and Windshield
 Test exterior lighting functions
 Test windshield washers (and headlight washers if
equipped) Correct aim if necessary*
Trunk Inspection

 Verify operation of heated/ventilated and massaging seats
(if equipped)*
 Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row seats
 Verify proper operation of climate control*
 Inspect operation of all power outlets*
 Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation*
 Verify operation of rear side sunshade operation (if
equipped)
 Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System

 Verify power tailgate is operational and set to maximum
opening height (if equipped)*

Settings

 Verify operation of emergency release handle

 Verify operation of MMI® touch screens, upper and lower

 Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*

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

 Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment

 Verify and set language and measurement units*

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Settings (continued)

Driver Assistance

 Verify Speech Dialog System is operating*

 Verify all cruise control functions

 Set “Music volume while parking” to medium*

 Verify cruise control/ACC with Stop & Go functionality (if
equipped), which includes the following:

 Set dealership location in navigation*
 Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)*

 Adaptive Cruise Assist
 Turn Assist

Media / Radio / SAT

 Intersection Assistant

 Verify operation of aux. input

 Traffic Jam Assist

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

 Predictive Efficiency Assist

 Insert SD card and test function of slot

 Active lane assist with emergency assistant

 Program the presets to local stations

 Traffic sign recognition

 Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*
 Confirm SiriusXM is on and in an active state (can scroll
through channels and hear music)
On-Hoist Inspection
 Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instructions)

 Verify Audi side assist functionality Pre sense® rear (if
equipped)
 Verify operation of night vision camera (if equipped)
 Verify operation of parking system*
 Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if equipped)*
 Verify operation of High-beam assist (if equipped)

 Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components

 Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership

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

Post-Road Test Inspection

 Install wheel locks (if equipped)
 Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*
 Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*
 Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*
Driving Performance
 Check horn operation
 Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake
 Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality*
 Verify engine performance and acceleration*
 Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles (if
equipped)
 Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*
 Check adaptive air suspension in all positions (if equipped)
 Check steering/tire alignment

 Verify SOS button is green and Roadside assistance button
LED will remain off
 It may take up to 20 minutes for the emergency call system to activate (LED turns green) after flight/transport
mode deactivation
 The vehicle must not be delivered to the customer if the
emergency call function has not been successfully activated (LED lights up in green)
 Interrogate fault memory and upload diagnostic log to GFF
Paperless Server
 Check service interval and verify correct interval is displayed
 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 30 Day Inventory Maintenance Sticker**
 Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times**

 Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise. Repair any
squeaks, rattles or wind noises before delivery to the customer
 Calibrate rear view mirror*
 Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM® bands
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Audi connect® (USA ONLY)
 Turn on the Wi-Fi® hotspot (if equipped)*
 Check Wi-Fi® hotspot visibility. No data available at PDI
due to dealer demo mode (if equipped)*
 Enable satellite map view for navigation (if equipped)*

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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Audi Phone Box-Equipped Vehicles
Operation of the Audi Phone Box is subject to the following requirements of the Federal
Communications Commission:

This is a CONSUMER device.
BEFORE USE, you MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your
wireless provider and have your provider’s consent. Most
wireless providers consent to the use of signal boosters. Some
providers may not consent to the use of this device on their
network. If you are unsure, contact your service provider.
You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and
cables as specified by the manufacturer. Antennas MUST be
installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person.
You MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested
by the FCC or a licensed wireless service provider.
WARNING. E911 location information may not be provided or
may be inaccurate for calls served by using this device.
Make #

FKW

Model #
Serial #

FKW -

FCC ID

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This Signal Booster fulfills the FCC requirements for the Network Protection
Starndard (NPS). It incorporates features to prevent harmful interference to
wireless networks like:

• Anti-oscillation to detect and mitigate any unintended oscillations in
uplink and downlink frequency bands,
• Adaptive gain control with self-monitoring and to power down
automatically as approaching any affected base station,
• Uplink Inactivity to shut down the transmit amplifiers if not serving
an active device connection.

This Signal Booster includes features to prevent harmful interference. These
features are enabled and operating at all times the signal booster is in use,
they may not be deactivated by the operator.

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