2022 Audi e-tron HV Battery Charging PDI Update

Overview of the Audi e-tron Pre-Delivery Inspection

Before a new 2022 Audi e-tron, e-tron Sportback, or e-tron GT is delivered to a customer, it undergoes a comprehensive Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI). This multi-point checklist ensures the vehicle meets Audi's quality standards and is fully prepared for use. The PDI covers everything from exterior checks and interior functions to advanced driver assistance systems and essential settings.

Key Updates for HV Battery Charging

A significant update to the PDI process for the 2022 Audi e-tron models concerns the High Voltage (HV) battery charging procedure. Technicians are now explicitly instructed to "Plug vehicle into a charger to ensure HV Battery is 100% charged before delivering vehicle to customer - Level 2 recommended based on speed of charge."

This update highlights the importance of proper Audi e-tron HV battery charging practices. It also includes a critical recommendation: "Ensure enough time is allotted for battery to reach 100% charge by the scheduled delivery appointment. Charging over 80% is not recommended if the car will be parked for more than 12 hours. This is to prevent premature aging of the battery." Additionally, the 12V battery must be kept charged at all times using a showroom trickle charger.

Important Warnings for Owners

Owners of a new 2022 Audi e-tron should be aware of specific conditions related to vehicle readiness and battery health. The emergency call system, indicated by the SOS button, may take up to 20 minutes to activate after the vehicle exits flight/transport mode, with its LED turning green upon successful activation. A crucial warning states, "The vehicle must not be delivered to the customer if the emergency call function has not been successfully activated (LED lights up in green)."

Furthermore, to prevent premature aging of the battery, it's advised not to charge the HV battery over 80% if the vehicle will be parked for more than 12 hours. This guidance on Audi e-tron HV battery charging is vital for long-term battery health.

Other Critical PDI Checks

The PDI involves numerous other checks to ensure optimal vehicle performance and safety:

Vehicle Preparation

• Checking for open campaigns and updates via Elsa.
• Verifying the Audi phone box customer registration form is present and adding serial number, FCC ID, and Model (referencing TSB 2051720).
• Performing any open campaigns and diagnostic work.
• Installing the front license plate carrier if necessary.

Exterior, Lighting, and Windshield

• Inspecting for damage, dings, dents, and surface scratches, with repairs made before delivery.
• Testing exterior lighting functions and windshield washers (including headlight washers).

Interior and Settings

• Verifying operation of windows, locks, seats, interior lights, heated steering wheel, heated/ventilated/massaging seats, climate control, and MMI® touch screens.
• Setting time source to "GPS" and auto daylight savings time to "on."
• Verifying speech dialog system operation and setting dealership location in navigation.

Driving Performance and Driver Assistance

• Checking horn operation, electronic parking brake, electric motor performance, and regenerative braking.
• Test driving the vehicle to check brakes, adaptive air suspension, steering/tire alignment, and for any squeaks, rattles, or wind noise.
• Verifying all cruise control functions, including Adaptive Cruise Assist, Turn Assist, and Traffic Jam Assist.
• Checking active lane assist, traffic sign recognition, Audi side assist, parking system, and Head-up display functionality.

Post-Road Test Inspection

After the road test, technicians must verify the SOS button is green and the Roadside assistance button LED remains off. They also interrogate the fault memory and upload diagnostic logs to the GFF Paperless Server. Ensuring the yellow tire pressure tag is installed and applying the 30 Day Inventory Maintenance Sticker are also part of this final stage.

Audi Phone Box Details

The Audi Phone Box, when equipped, is a CONSUMER device subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. Owners "MUST REGISTER THIS DEVICE with your wireless provider and have your provider's consent." It requires operation with approved antennas and cables, installed at least 20 cm (8 inches) from any person. Owners "MUST cease operating this device immediately if requested by the FCC or a licensed wireless service provider." A warning notes that "E911 location information may not be provided or may be inaccurate for calls served by using this device."

This signal booster incorporates features to prevent harmful interference, such as anti-oscillation, adaptive gain control, and uplink inactivity. These features are always active and cannot be deactivated by the operator.

Technician Certification

Upon completion of all PDI operations, the technician certifies that the vehicle has been prepared in accordance with Audi Procedures and Quality Standards, meeting the requirements for Perfect Delivery.

NHTSA ID: 10189526