Self-Study Programme 486 Audi A6 '11.pdf

Self Study Programme 486

Audi A6 ’11

Audi

Service Training

The history of luxury Audi saloon cars began with the Audi 100 in

the late 60s. Today, the legend of its creation still symbolises the

revolutionary innovative spirit behind the Audi brand. With its

classic, straightforward design, the Audi 100 was a 70s style icon.

As such, it laid the foundations for a model series ﬁ rmly rooted the

so-called C segment, which spawned many legendary models. One

such model was the aerodynamic world champion of the 80s and

its derivative, the Avant, with its unusual, elegant tail. Another was

the type C5, a 90s classic with its taut lines and soft rear contours.

The new Audi A6 ’11 remains true to this tradition. It bears the

internal designation C7: the seventh generation of the C segment.

Like its predecessor, the latest o spring is designed to inspire.

The Audi A6 ’11 stands for more safety and comfort, contemporary

sportiness, fuel economy, higher agility and low weight through

lightweight design, high-performance engines and forward-

looking design. The Audi A6 ’11 is a business saloon designed for

comfort and sporty elegance. It combines sophisticated design

with high quality, sporty handling and everyday usability. It brings

to the business segment technologies and comfort features

previously exclusive to the luxury class. Intelligent lightweight

design creates new possibilities and, in particular, makes for high

e ciency.

The Audi A6 ’11 saloon uniﬁ es innovations from all of Audi's main

ﬁ elds of expertise. It meets the requirements of various customer

groups, and therefore is set to surpass the successes of the

preceding model.

Meanwhile, the Audi 100 had become the Audi A6 in the interests

of a harmonised nomenclature. Yet one thing remains unchanged

to this day - the stylistic vocabulary common to all Audi models:

timeless, innovative design combining elegance and sportiness.

Cutting-edge technology packaged in an attractive, trendsetting

design.

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Learning objectives of this Self Study Programme:

This Self Study Programme provides you with general information

about the Audi A6 ’11. Once you have worked your way through

this Self Study Programme, you will be ready to answer the follow-

ing questions:

•

How is 'seat occupied' indication implemented for the rear seat

row?

•

Which type of steering is used on the Audi A6 ’11?

•

Which sound systems are integrated?

From which materials is the body assembled?

•

Which aspects of the air conditioning system have changed?

•

Which engine-gearbox combinations are installed?

Contents

Introduction

In brief _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4

Body

Overview _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6

Occupant protection

Introduction _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8

Components _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9

Engines

Petrol engines ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12

Diesel engines ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16

Engine/gearbox combinations ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 25

Power transmission

Overview ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 26

ATF heating/cooling _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 28

ATF cooling _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 30

Gear recognition sensor G604 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 32

Chassis

Introduction ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 34

Axles _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 35

adaptive air suspension (aas) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 36

Steering system ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 37

Brake system _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 38

Wheels and tyres ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 41

adaptive cruise control (ACC) _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 41

Electrical system

Audi drive select ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 42

Vehicle electrical system __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 45

Topology ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 46

Exterior lighting ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 48

Headlight ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 50

Tail lights ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 63

Air conditioning

Versions of the air conditioning system _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 66

e ciency mode _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 68

Air improvement system __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 69

Infotainment

Overview of versions _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 70

Sound systems _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 72

Aerial systems ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 73

Service

Inspection and maintenance ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 74

Annex

Self Study Programmes ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 75

The Self Study Programme teaches a basic knowledge of the design and functions of new models, new auto-

motive components or new technologies.

It is not a Repair Manual! Figures are given for explanatory purposes only and refer to the data valid at the

time of preparation of the SSP.

For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature.

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