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

Audi's Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a crucial step to ensure that new 2021 Audi A7, S7, and RS 7 vehicles meet the manufacturer's stringent quality and safety standards before they are delivered to customers. This comprehensive checklist covers various systems and components, from basic functionality to advanced driver assistance features, ensuring optimal performance and owner satisfaction. This document, identified as NHTSA ID 10194406, provides a detailed guide for technicians performing these essential checks.

Important Warnings for Owners

Owners of 2021 Audi A7, S7, or RS 7 models should be aware of specific critical checks and requirements:

• Emergency Call Function: "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 highlights the importance of this safety feature being fully operational at delivery. Refer to TSB 2061028 for more information on this system.
• Audi Phone Box-Equipped Vehicles: For vehicles equipped with the Audi Phone Box, please note the following FCC requirements:
  • "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 signal boosters, but it's essential to confirm with your specific provider.
  • "You MUST operate this device with approved antennas and cables as specified by the manufacturer." Antennas must be installed at least 8 inches (20 cm) 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."

Understanding the Pre-Delivery Inspection Process

The 2021 Audi A7 PDI checklist is a multi-stage process designed to verify every aspect of the vehicle. It begins with initial vehicle preparation and moves through various functional checks, a road test, and a final post-road test inspection. Technicians are required to use Guided Fault Finding and ensure all diagnostic logs are uploaded.

Key PDI Checklist Areas for 2021 Audi A7/S7/RS 7

The PDI covers a wide range of inspections, ensuring every detail is addressed:

Vehicle Preparation

This initial stage involves checking for open campaigns and software updates. Technicians verify the presence of the Audi phone box customer registration form and add serial numbers and FCC IDs, referencing TSB 2051720. Any open campaigns or necessary diagnostic work must be performed, and the front license plate carrier installed if required.

Exterior Inspection

Checks include verifying all key buttons and features, ensuring proper power closing for all doors (if equipped), and a thorough inspection of the exterior for any damage, dings, dents, or surface scratches. Any identified damage must be reported and repaired before customer delivery.

Interior Checks

Inside the vehicle, technicians verify the operation of all seat belts, latches, windows, locks, and seat controls. Mirrors, interior lights, and the heated steering wheel (ignoring DTC B153813 if not equipped) are checked. Operation of heated/ventilated and massaging seats, manual folding second-row seats, climate control, power outlets, sunroof, sunshade, and the front Passenger Occupant Detection System are also confirmed.

Lighting and Windshield

This section focuses on testing all exterior lighting functions and ensuring windshield washers (including headlight washers, if equipped) operate correctly and are properly aimed.

Trunk Inspection

Checks include verifying the trunk's operational status, installing the wheel bolt cover removal tool into the trunk tool kit, securing the tool kit in the luggage compartment, and setting the spare tire pressure (if equipped).

Settings Configuration

Technicians verify the operation of MMI® touch screens, set the time source to "GPS," enable auto daylight savings, and configure language and measurement units. The speech dialog system, music volume while parking, dealership location in navigation, and manual speed warning (if equipped) are also checked.

Media, Radio, and Satellite

This section ensures all USB ports, aux input, CD/DVD player (if equipped), and SD card slots are operational. Technicians program local radio station presets, verify HD Radio is turned off, and confirm SiriusXM is active and functional.

On-Hoist Inspection

With the vehicle on a hoist, technicians remove transport suspension blocks (especially for sport suspension 1BE models), check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires, and wheels for damage. The underside of the vehicle is inspected for fluid leaks and loose components, and wheel locks, bolt covers, and center caps are installed. Tire pressures are set and stored.

Driving Performance

During a test drive, technicians check the horn, electronic parking brake, engine Start-Stop System, engine performance, and acceleration. Transmission operation, including shift paddles, adaptive air suspension, and rear spoiler functionality, are verified. Steering/tire alignment is checked, and any squeaks, rattles, or wind noises must be repaired. The rear view mirror is calibrated, and radio reception quality is confirmed.

Driver Assistance Systems

All cruise control functions are verified, including Adaptive Cruise Assist, Turn Assist, Intersection Assistant, Traffic Jam Assist, Predictive Efficiency Assist, Active lane assist with emergency assistant, and Traffic sign recognition. Audi side assist functionality, Pre sense® rear, night vision camera, parking system, rear cross traffic assist, Head-up display, and High-beam assistant are all checked for proper operation.

Post-Road Test Inspection

After the road test, the SOS button and Roadside assistance button LED status are verified. As per TSB 2061028, the emergency call system must be successfully activated (LED lights up green) before delivery. The service interval and engine oil level are checked, all fluid levels topped off, and the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel. For inventory vehicles, a 30 Day Inventory Maintenance Sticker is applied, and a showroom charger is installed to maintain battery charge.

Audi connect® (USA ONLY)

For US-market vehicles, technicians activate the Wi-Fi® hotspot (if equipped) and enable satellite map view for navigation.

DTCs and TSBs to Note

This PDI checklist references specific technical identifiers:

• DTC B153813: This diagnostic trouble code related to the heated steering wheel should be ignored if the vehicle is not equipped with this feature.
• TSB 2051720: This Technical Service Bulletin provides additional information regarding the verification of Audi phone box customer registration.
• TSB 2061028: This TSB is crucial for ensuring the emergency call function is successfully activated before vehicle delivery.

NHTSA ID: 10194406