2021 Audi e-tron PDI Settings Update

The 2021 Audi e-tron PDI settings update is outlined in a comprehensive Technician Reference Document issued by Audi Service. This document, identified by NHTSA ID 10194516, serves as a crucial resource for dealership technicians performing Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on new 2021 Audi vehicles. Its primary purpose is to supplement the standard PDI Checklist, offering detailed guidance and updated procedures for specific items marked with an asterisk (*).

Understanding the 2021 Audi Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)

The Pre-Delivery Inspection is a critical step before a new Audi vehicle is handed over to a customer. It ensures that the vehicle meets Audi's quality standards and is fully functional and correctly configured. The Technician Reference Document covers a wide array of checks across multiple vehicle systems, ensuring a consistent and high-quality delivery experience. This document is essential for technicians to correctly prepare vehicles like the 2021 Audi e-tron for their new owners.

Detailed PDI Procedures and Updates

The PDI process involves a series of thorough checks and configurations. The Technician Reference Document provides detailed steps for each area:

Vehicle Preparation Steps

Initial preparation involves several key actions to ensure the vehicle is ready for diagnostic work and physical inspection:

• Perform any open campaigns: Technicians must follow instructions listed in relevant campaign documentation.
• Perform diagnostic work: This includes connecting a vehicle diagnostic tester, selecting "Diagnosis" mode, starting diagnosis, performing vehicle identification, unticking "Working with Guided Fault Finding," and switching to the "Special functions" tab. Technicians then select the "Delivery Inspection total" program, start it by selecting "Carry out check," and follow on-screen instructions. Afterward, they switch to the "Control units" tab, press the "Guided Fault Finding" button, launch Guided Fault Finding, evaluate static event memory entries, and exit diagnosis, ensuring the diagnostic log for delivery inspection is sent automatically.
• Install front license plate carrier (if necessary): Any removed trim required for carrier installation must be retained and given to the customer. If no front license plate carrier is necessary, it must remain in the trunk for the customer.

Exterior Checks

Exterior components are thoroughly inspected for functionality and proper setup:

• Check all key buttons and features: Verify the functionality of all keys, ensuring the vehicle starts and runs with all keys and the start/stop button. All doors and the trunk should remotely lock/unlock with all keys, including all door handle sensors with Advanced Key (if equipped).
• Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped): For vehicles equipped with this feature, all doors must be checked for proper closing.
• Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped): Headlights must be on to test the functionality and correct aim of the headlight washers.

Trunk Inspection Details

The trunk area requires specific checks and component installations:

• Install wheel bolt cover removal tool: This tool, along with the wheel lock key (if applicable), must be installed from the PDI kit into the trunk tool kit.
• Set spare tire pressure: Refer to the separate "Audi Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure Table" posted on ServiceNet for correct pressure settings.
• Check battery clamps for proper torque: Refer to Elsa Pro for specification for the correct torque values.
• PR Number Label (A6/A7/A8 models): For vehicles produced prior to September 12, 2018, one PR Number Label must be placed in the Warranty and Maintenance Book inside the front cover and another on the Rear Panel Sill Frame under the luggage compartment floor.

Interior System Verification

All interior functions and settings are verified for correct operation:

• Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls: Verify all switches, locks, window, seat adjustment, heated seats (if equipped), and child safety features.
• Inspect mirrors for proper operation: Check folding, adjustments, right side tilt in reverse, and heating (if equipped).
• Check rear view mirror operation: Verify self-dimming function and lighting (if equipped).
• Verify operation of heated/ventilated and massaging seats (if equipped): Check both front and rear seats. Massaging features are typically only in the front seats.
• Verify proper operation of climate control: Ensure proper heating and A/C cooling, and that all panel vents are open for all zones.
• Inspect operation of all power outlets: Check the front outlet, auxiliary outlet under the armrest, and rear outlets.
• Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation: Verify open/close/vent/deflector at the edge and sunshade operation.
• Manual folding 2nd row and power folding 3rd row seats (Q7/SQ7): Verify the operation of these seats, with controls for the 3rd row located in the trunk.

Updated Settings Configuration

The 2021 Audi e-tron PDI settings update includes several important revisions to ensure consistency and clarity for technicians. These changes are crucial for the proper setup of the vehicle's user interface and connected services.

• Set Time source setting to "GPS" and set Auto daylight savings time to "on": Change the time zone appropriate to the dealer location.
• Verify and set language: This instruction has been clarified and is now separate from measurement units. It can be changed in the Settings menu by going to "Home > Settings > Language & Keyboard."
• Verify and set measurement units: This instruction is also now separate from language. It can be changed in the Settings menu by going to "Home > Settings > General > Measurement Units."
• Verify Speech Dialog System is operating: Press the "Talk" button and verify several commands.
• Set "Entertain. Fad." in Parking aid to an audible level: The instructions for this setting have been clarified. It is accessed via "Home > Vehicle > Parking Aid."
• Set "Music volume while parking" to medium: Guidance for this setting has been updated. It is accessed via the MMI rear-view camera display, under "Home > Vehicle > Parking Aid" (applicable to vehicles with park assist or rear-view camera).
• Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped): Set the dealership location for following back to the dealership during a road test.
• Turn off Manual Speed Warning: The procedure for turning off the "Manual Speed Warning" has been revised. This setting is found in the Driver Assistance settings by navigating to "Home > Vehicle > Driver Assistance > Speed Warning > Manual Warning Threshold = 'off'."
• Disable climate control via door unlock (e-tron only): Access this via the main screen, then "Vehicle > Climate control > small temperature gauge symbol (upper right) > settings (wheel upper right) > unselect (disable) 'Start A/C after unlocking'." Check and adjust as needed, ensuring the button position is "off" in the left position.

Media / Radio / SAT System Updates

The 2021 Audi e-tron PDI settings update also includes a specific change for the media and radio systems.

• Verify HD Radio is turned "off": The instructions for verifying this setting have been updated. Technicians will now find this setting in "Home > Radio > Gear icon" (top right corner).

On-Hoist Inspection (Continued) and Tire Pressure Update

This section covers final checks and an important tire pressure management update:

• Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied: These components are found in the PDI kit.
• Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque: Use a torque wrench to verify.
• Set and store tire pressures: The instructions for this have been revised. Technicians are now directed to store tire pressure values in "Home > Vehicle > Settings & Service > Tire pressure monitoring." This ensures the vehicle's system accurately reflects the correct tire pressures for either sold or stock inventory vehicles.

Driving Performance Checks

Driving performance aspects are verified to ensure optimal operation:

• Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality: Verify the velum sticker is on the start/stop button. Remove the start/stop information card from the car kit and place it in the glove box with the owner's manuals. Additional supply can be ordered via the Brand Store on AccessAudi.
• Verify engine performance and acceleration: Listen for abnormal noise/vibrations.
• Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times: Apply brakes at least 4 times at 20 mph (35 km/h) to clean brake rotors. Check for abnormal noise/vibration/pulsation.
• Calibrate rear view mirror: Calibrate the rear-view mirror compass to the proper zone and check self-dimming function/lighting (if equipped).

Driver Assistance System Checks

Driver assistance systems are crucial for safety and convenience:

• Verify operation of parking system: Verify the operation of Audi parking system sensors with the rear-view camera (if equipped).
• Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if equipped): Verify the image can be adjusted properly in the viewing area of the windshield. NAV directions, speed, cruise control, and lane assist should all be visible in the Head-up Display (as equipped).

Convertible Functionality (if equipped)

For convertible models, the power folding top operation is tested with the engine running to conserve battery power.

Post-Road Test Inspection

After the road test, a final check is performed:

• Check engine oil level: Fill oil to the maximum level when the vehicle is at operating temperature.

Audi connect® (USA ONLY) Updates

For vehicles equipped with Audi connect, the 2021 Audi e-tron PDI settings update provides updated guidance for activating and verifying key features.

• Turn on the Wi-Fi® hotspot: Ensure the wireless network is turned on via "Home > Settings > Connection Settings > Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi hotspot settings."
• Check Wi-Fi® hotspot visibility: Verify the Wi-Fi® hotspot functionality is enabled and that the SSID is set to "AUDI_MMI_XXXX," where "XXXX" represents the last four digits of the VIN, which are automatically preset in the system.
• Enable satellite map view for navigation: Enable satellite map view in "Home > Navigation > Gear Icon (top right corner) > Map Settings > Satellite map," and verify that the satellite imagery appears in the navigation map screen.

Important Notes for Owners

This Technician Reference Document is intended for Audi dealership personnel to ensure that all new 2021 Audi e-tron and other applicable models are correctly prepared and configured before delivery. While these are internal dealer instructions, understanding that such a detailed PDI process exists can provide owners with confidence in their new vehicle's readiness. If you notice any discrepancies with your vehicle's settings or functionality related to these items, it is advisable to contact your authorized Audi service center. This document highlights Audi's commitment to delivering vehicles with all systems properly configured and ready for the customer. The detailed instructions for the 2021 Audi e-tron PDI settings update help ensure a consistent and high-quality pre-delivery experience across all dealerships.

NHTSA ID: 10194516