• Engine oil – Check the oil level at least every fortnight and before any long journey by using the dipstick. Ensure that the oil and filter are changed at the recommended Audi Service intervals. High oil consumption may indicate problems with the engine.
• Coolant level – Check the coolant (fluid) level regularly and top up when required – but only when the engine is cold. Before winter sets in check the antifreeze concentration in the coolant. Not only does antifreeze prevent the engine’s coolant system from freezing but it also prevents the build–up of corrosion and so is important in the summer, too.
• Wipers – Wiper blades do wear down over time and can smear the windscreen. Clean regularly to remove grease and debris, these should be cleaned as part of washing your car to ensure the life of your wiper blades is maximised.
• Screenwash – This should also be topped up regularly –We recommend that you should only use Audi Genuine Screenwash as this has been tested for use both in the summer months and in winter for your Audi, it will also ensure that your washer system remains trouble free and performs as intended.
• Windscreen – Check the screen for chips and cracks as damage may impair vision or distract attention from the road. If your windscreen becomes damaged between Audi Services, replace as soon as possible.
• Lights – check lights weekly, including all indicators, brake and fog lights. Clean them regularly and, when the weather is bad, clean them during driving breaks.
• Bodywork – Rust prevention is easier if all damage to the bodywork is treated promptly. Please refer to your owners manual for advice.
• Toolkit – If you have a toolkit in your Audi, check to ensure it contains everything you need to change a tyre. Familiarise yourself with the correct jacking points and if your Audi has locking wheel nuts ensure the key or removal tool is within the toolkit.
• Tyre tread – The minimum legal requirement for tyre tread depth is currently at least 1.6mm. Tyres that are worn can give rise to a higher chance of aquaplaning in wet road conditions, can affect the handling of your Audi and increase your stopping distances considerably. The spare tyre should also be checked for signs of wear and tear. Please refer to your local Audi Centre for latest advice.
• Tyre pressure – if the tyres on your Audi are not inflated to the correct pressure it can affect steering braking and fuel consumption If tyres are under-inflated they will wear quickly, giving rise to the problems listed above. If you are carrying luggage or passengers, this may have an effect on the pressure at which your tyres need to be kept. Ensure you check the spare tyre.
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