2021 Audi A7/S7/RS 7 Pre-Delivery Inspection Checklist

Audi's Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a critical step to ensure that new 2021 Audi A7, S7, and RS 7 vehicles are in perfect condition before they are delivered to customers. This comprehensive checklist guides certified Audi technicians through a series of checks and procedures, from verifying basic vehicle functions to ensuring advanced driver assistance systems are fully operational. The goal of the Audi A7 PDI checklist is to identify and resolve any potential issues, ensuring a seamless and high-quality ownership experience right from the start.

Important Warnings for Vehicle Delivery

Audi specifies a critical condition that must be met before a vehicle can be delivered to a customer:

• "The vehicle must not be delivered to the customer if the emergency call function has not been successfully activated (LED lights up in green)". This ensures vital safety systems are fully functional.

General Reminders for Technicians

Before beginning the Audi A7 PDI checklist, technicians must adhere to several key 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; the session must be completed and sent to GFF Paperless.
• The 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 ‘*’, 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

This section of the Audi A7 PDI checklist covers initial setup and checks:

• Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates.
• Verify the Audi phone box customer registration form is present in the vehicle and add the serial number from Elsa (if equipped). Refer to TSB 2051720.
• Perform any open campaigns.
• Perform diagnostics work.
• Install the front license plate carrier (if necessary).

Exterior Inspection

Technicians must inspect the vehicle's exterior for any issues:

• Check all key buttons and features.
• Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped).
• Inspect the exterior for damage, dings, dents, and surface scratches. Report and repair any damage before delivery to the customer.

Lighting and Windshield

Ensuring proper visibility and lighting is crucial:

• Test exterior lighting functions.
• Test windshield washers (and headlight washers if equipped). Correct aim if necessary.

Trunk Inspection

The trunk area requires specific checks:

• Verify the trunk is operational.
• Install the wheel bolt cover removal tool from the PDI kit into the trunk tool kit.
• Verify the tool kit is installed securely in the luggage compartment.
• Set the spare tire pressure (if equipped).
• Check battery clamps for proper torque.
• Place one PR Number Label in the Warranty and Maintenance Book inside the front cover and one on the Rear Panel Sill Frame under the luggage compartment floor, if not already there.

Interior Inspection

Inside the cabin, numerous functions are checked as part of the Audi A7 PDI checklist:

• 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.
• Check the heated steering wheel (if equipped, otherwise, ignore DTC B153813).
• Verify operation of heated/ventilated and massaging seats (if equipped).
• Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row.
• Verify proper operation of climate control.
• Inspect operation of all power outlets.
• Check sunroof and sunshade operation.
• Verify operation of the front Passenger Occupant Detection System.
• Verify operation of rear side manual sunshades (if equipped).
• Verify operation of power rear sunshade (if equipped).

Settings Configuration

Proper configuration of vehicle settings is part of the Audi A7 PDI checklist:

• Verify operation of MMI® touch screens, upper and lower.
• Set Time source setting to "GPS" and set Auto daylight savings time to "on".
• Verify and set language and measurement units.
• Verify the Speech Dialog System is operating.
• Set "Music volume while parking" to medium.
• Set dealership location in navigation.
• Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped).

Media / Radio / SAT

Infotainment system functionality is thoroughly checked:

• Verify operation of all USB ports.
• Verify operation of aux. input.
• Verify operation of CD/DVD player (if equipped).
• Insert SD card and test function of slot.
• Program the presets to local stations.
• Verify HD Radio is turned "off".

On-Hoist Inspection

With the vehicle on a hoist, specific undercarriage and suspension checks are performed:

• Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instruction). For vehicles with sport suspension 1BE: Ensure transport blocks under the dust boot are removed.
• Remove locking elements on front axle suspension struts (for vehicles with sport suspension 1BE).
• Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires, and wheels for damage.
• Check the underside of the vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components.
• 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

Road testing is essential to evaluate dynamic performance:

• Check horn operation.
• Verify hold and release of the electronic parking brake.
• Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality.
• Verify engine performance and acceleration.
• Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles.
• Test drive the vehicle applying brakes several times.
• Check adaptive air suspension in all positions (if equipped).
• Verify rear spoiler functionality (if equipped).
• Check steering/tire alignment.
• Check for squeaks, rattles, and wind noise. Repair any squeaks, rattles, or wind noises before delivery to the customer.
• Calibrate the rear view mirror.
• Verify the quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM® bands.

Driver Assistance Systems

Advanced driver assistance systems are rigorously tested:

• Verify all cruise control functions.
• Verify cruise control/ACC with Stop & Go functionality (if equipped), which includes:
  • Adaptive Cruise Assist
  • Turn Assist
  • Intersection Assistant
  • Traffic Jam Assist
  • Predictive Efficiency Assist
• Active lane assist with emergency assistant.
• Traffic sign recognition.
• Verify Audi side assist functionality Pre sense® rear (if equipped).
• Verify operation of the night vision camera (if equipped).
• Verify operation of the parking system.
• Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if equipped).
• Verify operation of High-beam assistant (if equipped).
• Activate NAV and follow directions back to the dealership.

Post-Road Test Inspection

After the road test, final checks are performed:

• Verify the SOS button is green and the Roadside assistance button LED will remain off.
• Note that it may take up to 20 minutes for the emergency call system to activate (LED turns green) after flight/transport mode deactivation.
• Interrogate fault memory and upload the diagnostic log to GFF Paperless Server.
• Check the service interval and verify the correct interval is displayed.
• Check the 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 the 30 Day Inventory Maintenance Sticker.
• Install a showroom charger to ensure the battery remains charged at all times.

Audi connect® (USA ONLY)

Audi connect services require specific activation and checks:

• 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).

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Source: NHTSA ID 10177268