D4B8056C0B3-Electrical Equipment PDF

Service
Repair Manual
Audi Q7 2016
Electrical Equipment
Engine ID
CRE CUE CYM DCD
C A C B
Edition 06.2016
Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Service Department. Technical Information

Service
List of Workshop Manual Repair Groups
Repair Group
00 - General, Technical Data
27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control
90 - Instruments
92 - Wiper/Washer Systems
94 - Exterior Lights, Switches
96 - Interior Lights, Switches
97 - Wiring
Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their
careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness and
safety. In addition, the normal basic safety precautions for working on motor vehicles must, as a
matter of course, be observed.
All rights reserved.

No reproduction without prior agreement from publisher.
Copyright 2017 Audi AG, Ingolstadt D4B8056C0B3

Audi Q7 2016
Electrical Equipment - Edition 06.2016
Contents
00 - General, Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Safety Precautions when Working on High-Voltage System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Safety Precautions when Working near High-Voltage Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Safety Precautions when Working on Start/Stop System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Safety Precautions during Road Test with Testing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.5 HID Headlamps Usage and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Repair Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.1 Guidelines for Clean Working Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.3 Contact Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.4 Electro-Static Discharge Work Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.5 Line and Wire Routing and Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.1 Battery, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.2 Battery Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1 Overview - Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Overview - Voltage Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.4 Ground Cable with Battery Monitoring Control Module J367 , Removing and Installing . . 14
1.5 Battery, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.6 Voltage Converter, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1.7 Battery, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.8 Battery, Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.9 Battery Cut-Out/Battery
permitted unless authorised byInterrupt, Removing
AUDI AG. AUDI AG does notand Installing
guarantee . .liability
or accept any ...................... 28
2 Battery Jump Start Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
2.1 Overview - Battery Jump Start Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

3 Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.1 Overview - Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
3.2 Generator, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3.3 Tensioner for Starter Generator C29 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.4 Generator, Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4 Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.1 Overview - Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
4.2 Starter, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5 Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.1 Component Location Overview - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.2 Control Module for Adaptive Cruise Control, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
90 - Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1.1 Overview - Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
1.2 Overview - Windshield Projection (Head up Display) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
1.3 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Cluster Control Module J285 , Removing and Installing
........................................................................ 57
1.4 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Removing and Installing . . . . . . 60
1.5 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Contents i
Audi Q7 2016
2.1 Overview - Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

2.2 High Tone Horn H2 / Low Tone Horn H7 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
92 - Wiper/Washer Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
1 Windshield Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
1.1 Overview - Component Location Windshield Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
1.2 Overview - Windshield Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
1.3 Windshield Wiper, Bringing into Service Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
1.4 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
1.7 Windshield Wiper Motor V , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
1.8 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2 Windshield Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
2.3 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2.4 Windshield Washer Pump, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
2.5 byWasher
Protected Nozzles,
copyright. Copying Removing
for private or commercialand Installing
purposes, . .whole,
in part or in . . . is. .not. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
2.6 Washer Nozzles, Adjusting . . . . . .Copyright
. . . . .by. AUDI
. . . .AG.
................................ 83
with respect to the correctness of information in this document.
3 Rear Window Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
3.1 Overview - Component Location Rear Window Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
3.2 Overview - Rear Window Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
3.3 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
3.4 Windshield Wiper Arm, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
3.5 Wiper Arm, Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
3.6 Rear Window Wiper Motor V12 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
4 Rear Window Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
4.1 Overview - Rear Window Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
4.2 Spray Nozzle, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
4.3 Spray Nozzle, Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
5 Headlamp Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5.1 Overview - Headlamp Washer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5.2 Headlamp Washer Pump V11 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
5.3 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
6 Washer Fluid Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
7 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
94 - Exterior Lights, Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

1 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
1.1 Overview - Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
1.2 Headlamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
1.4 Headlamps, Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
1.5 Left and Right Front Turn Signal Bulb M5 / M7 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
1.6 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp LED Module L176 / L177 ,
Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
1.7 Left and Right Front Fog Lamp Bulb L22 / L23 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
1.8 Left and Right HID Headlamp Bulb L13 / L14 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
1.9 Headlamp Power Output Module, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
1.10 Left and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor V48 / V49 , Removing and Installing . . 127
1.11 Headlamp Fan, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
1.12 Headlamps, Changing from RHD to LHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
1.13 Headlamp, Changing from LHD to RHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
ii Contents
Audi Q7 2016
2 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

2.1 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp LED Module L176 / L177 ,
2.2 Overview - Signature Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
2.3 Signature Lighting, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
2.4 Left and Right Signature Lighting Bulb L275 / L276 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . 131
3 Side Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
3.1 Overview - Side Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
3.2 Rear Side Marker Lamp Bulb, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
4 Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
4.1 Overview - Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
4.2 Turn Signal, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
5 Exterior Door Handle Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
5.1 Overview - Exterior Door Handle Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
5.2 Exterior Door Handle Illumination Bulb, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
6 Sill Panel Strip Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
6.1 Overview - Entry Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
7 Tail Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
7.1 Overview - Body Tail Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
7.2 Overview - Rear Lid Tail Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
7.3 Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
7.4 Rear Lid Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
7.5 Bulb Holder, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
7.6 Rear Lid - Closed - Sensor 1 and 2 G525 / G526 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
8 High-Mounted Brake Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
8.1 Overview - High-Mounted Brake Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
8.2 High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
9 License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
9.1 Left and Right License Plate Lamp X4 / X5 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
10 Access/Start Authorization . . . unless
. . . .authorised
. . . . . .by. AUDI
. . . .AG.
. .AUDI
. . .AG
. .does
. . .not
. .guarantee
. . . . . or
. .accept
. . . .any
. .liability
....... 149
permitted
10.1 Component Location Overview - Access/Start
with respect to the correctness Authorization System
of information in this . . . . .by. AUDI
document. Copyright . . .AG.
....... 149
10.2 Component Location Overview - Keyless Access Authorization System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
10.3 Overview - Exterior Door Handle for Keyless Access Authorization System . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
10.4 Front Exterior Door Handle Switch, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
10.5 Rear Exterior Door Handle Switch, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
10.6 Access/Start System Antenna 1 in Vehicle Interior R138 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . 155
10.7 Access/Start System Antenna in Luggage Compartment R137 , Removing and Installing
........................................................................ 155
10.8 Left and Right Access/Start Authorization Antenna R200 / R201 , Removing and Installing
........................................................................ 156
11 Steering Column Switch Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
11.1 Overview - Steering Column Switch Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
11.2 Steering Column Switch Module, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
12 Parking Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
12.1 Overview - Parking Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
12.2 Front Parking Aid Warning Buzzer H22 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
12.3 Rear Parking Aid Warning Buzzer H15 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
12.4 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
12.5 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
13 Parallel Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
13.1 Overview - Parallel Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
13.2 Front Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
13.3 Rear Sensor, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
14 Automatic Headlamp Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Contents iii
Audi Q7 2016
14.1 Overview - Automatic Headlamp Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

15 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
96 - Interior Lights, Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

1 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
1.1 Overview - Component Location Instrument Panel Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
1.2 Overview - Component Location Front Door Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
1.3 Component Location Overview - Rear Door Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
1.4 Component Location Overview - Door Ambient Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
1.5 Component Location Overview - Center Console Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
1.6 Component Location Overview - Luggage Compartment Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
1.7 Component Location Overview - Roof Trim Panel Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
1.8 Glove Compartment Lamp W6 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
1.9 Left and Right Front Footwell Lamp K268 / K269 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
1.10 Central Locking -Safe- Indicator Lamp K133 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
1.11 Front Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
1.12 Driver and Front Passenger Exit Warning Lamp W111 / W112 , Removing and Installing
........................................................................ 185
1.13 Driver and Front Passenger Door Warning Lamp W30 / W36 , Removing and Installing . . 185
1.14 Rear Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
1.15 Rear Entry Lamps, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
1.16 Rear Door Warning Lamps, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
1.17 Front Door Ambient Lighting, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
1.18 Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
1.19 Lamp for Driver and Passenger Side Door Speaker Trim L223 / L224 , Removing and
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
1.20 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
1.21 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Bulb, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . 192
1.22 Center Console Ambient Lighting Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
1.23 Selector Lever Transmission Range Display Y5 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
1.24 Left and Right Rear Footwell Lamp W45 / W46 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
1.25 Luggage Compartment Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
1.26 Driver and Front Passenger Vanity Mirror Lamp W20 / W14 , Removing and Installing . . 197
2 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
2.1 Component Location Overview - Instrument Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
2.2 Component Location Overview - Controls in Front Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
2.3 Component Location Overview - Controls in Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
2.4 Component Location Overview - Controls in Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
2.5 Component Location Overview - Controls in Luggage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
2.6 Component Location Overview - Controls in Roof Trim Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
2.7 Light Switch E1 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
2.8 Steering Column Adjustment Switch E167 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
2.9 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
2.10 Glove Compartment Lamp Switch E26 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
2.11 Mirror Adjusting Switches E43 / E168 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
2.12 Power Window Control Head in Driver Door E512 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . 211
2.13 Front Passenger Door Window Regulator Switch E107 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . 212
2.14 Driver and Front Passenger Interior Locking Switch E150 / E198 , Removing and Installing
........................................................................ 212
2.15 Driver and Front Passenger Seat Memory Settings Control Head E464 / E465 , Removing
and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
2.16 Rear Lid Remote
permitted Release Button
unless authorised E233
by AUDI , Removing
AG. AUDI and Installing
AG does not guarantee or accept any.liability
................. 213
2.17 Interior Monitoring and
with respect Vehicle
to the Inclination
correctness of informationDeactivation ButtonbyE616
in this document. Copyright AUDI AG., Removing and
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
2.18 Rear Window Regulator Button in Rear Door, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
2.19 Left and Right Rear Interior Locking Switch E273 / E274 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . 215
2.20 Air Ionization System Button E677 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
iv Contents
Audi Q7 2016
2.21 Electromechanical Parking Brake Button E538 / -AUTO HOLD- Button E540 , Removing and
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
2.22 Access/Start Authorization Button E408 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
2.23 Left and Right Seat Heating Button E653 / E654 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
2.24 Third Row Backrest Adjustment Button, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
2.25 Loading Sill Lowering Control Head E682 / Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch Button E474 ,
2.26 Release Button in Rear Lid Handle E234 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
2.27 Rear Lid Lock Button in Luggage Compartment E406 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . 222
2.28 Rear Lid Warning Buzzer H32 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
2.29 Rear Lid Contact Switch, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
2.30 Sunroof Button E325 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
2.31 Front Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
2.32 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
2.33 Garage Door Opener Control Head E284 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
3 Anti-Theft Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
3.1 Overview - Interior Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
3.2 Alarm Horn H12 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
3.3 Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor G578 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
4 Lane Change Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
4.1 Overview - Lane Change Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
4.2 Lane Change Assistance Warning Lamp In Driver and Front Passenger Exterior Rearview
Mirror K233 / K234 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
4.3 Lane Change Assistance Control Module J769 / J770 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . 230
4.4 Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
5 Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
5.1 Component Location Overview - Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
5.2 Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
6 Trailer Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
6.1 Overview - Towing Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
6.2 Trailer
permittedSocket . . . .by. AUDI
. . . .AG.
. .AUDI
. . .AG
. .does
. . .not
. .guarantee
. . . . . or
. .accept
. . . .any
. .liability
.......................... 244
unless authorised
7 Cigarette Lighter and Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
245
7.1 Overview - Cigarette Lighter, 12 V Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
7.2 Cigarette Lighter U1 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
7.3 Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb L28 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
7.4 Socket Illumination Bulb L42 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
7.5 12 V Socket 2 U18 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
7.8 12 V Socket 4 U20 , Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
8 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
97 - Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
1 Relay Panels, Fuse Panels and E-Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
1.1 Component Location Overview - Relay Panels, Fuse Panels and E-Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
1.2 Front Left Relay and Fuse Panel, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
1.3 Suppressor C24 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
1.4 Wire Junction, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
1.5 Protective Diode J201 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
1.6 Fuse Panel C SC , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
1.7 Relay and Fuse Panels Inside Luggage Compartment on Left Side, Removing and
Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
2 Control Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
2.2 Overview - Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Contents v
Audi Q7 2016
2.3 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
2.4 Garage Door Opener Control Module, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
2.5 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface J533 , Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
3 Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
3.1 Component Location Overview - Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
3.2 Door Cut-Off Connector, Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
3.3 Right Bulkhead Connector Station, Removing and Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
3.4 Wiring Harnesses and Connectors, Repairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
4 Connector Housings, Releasing and Disassembling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
5 Contact Surfaces, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
6 Antenna Wires, Repairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
7 Fiber-Optic Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
8 Vehicle Diagnostic Tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
9 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
10 Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
vi Contents
Audi Q7 2016
00 General, Technical Data

1 Safety Precautions
(Edition 06.2016)
1.1 Safety Precautions when Working on High-Voltage Sys
tem, page 1
1.2 Safety Precautions when Working near High-Voltage Com
ponents, page 1
1.3 Safety Precautions when Working on Start/Stop System,
page 2
1.4 Safety Precautions during Road Test with Testing Equip
ment, page 2
1.5 HID Headlamps Usage and Safety Precautions,
page 2
1.1 Safety Precautions when Working on

High-Voltage System
Danger to life through high-voltage.
The high-voltage system operates through high-voltage. Electro
cution can cause death or very serious personal injury.
Persons with internal electronic/medical life support devices
or such devices carried on the body may not work on the high-
voltage system. Life support devices are, for example, internal
analgesic pumps, implanted defibrillators, cardiac pacemak
ers, insulin pumps and hearing aids.
The high-voltage system must only be de-energized by an ap
propriately qualified technician.
There is a risk of injury due to the engine starting unexpectedly.
It is difficult to determine whether the ready to drive mode is ac
tivated in electric and hybrid vehicles. Risk of parts of the body
getting pinched or pulled.
Switch off the ignition.
Set the ignition key outside of the vehicle interior.
Risk of damaging the high-voltage cables.
Misuse can damage the insulation of high-voltage cables or high-
voltage connectors.
Never support objects on the high-voltage cables
Protected and theCopying
by copyright. high-for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
voltage connectors. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Never support tools on the high-voltage cables and the high-
voltage connectors.
Never sharply bend or kink the high-voltage cables.
Pay attention to the coding when connecting the high-voltage
connectors.
1.2 Safety Precautions when Working near

High-Voltage Components
Danger to life through high-voltage.
The high-voltage system operates through high-voltage. Death or
severe bodily injury caused by electrocution from damaged high-
voltage components and high-voltage cables.
1. Safety Precautions 1
Audi Q7 2016
Perform a visual inspection of the high-voltage components

and the high-voltage cables.
Never use tools that are for cutting, deformed, or sharp edged.
Never use welding, soldering, thermal adhesive or hot air.
1.3 Safety Precautions when Working on

Start/Stop System
There is a risk of injury due to the engine starting unexpectedly.
The engine can start unexpectedly on vehicles with an activated
Start/Stop System. A message in the instrument cluster indicates
whether the Start/Stop System is activated.
Deactivate the Start/Stop System: Switch off the ignition.
1.4 Safety Precautions during Road Test

with Testing Equipment
There is a risk of injury caused by unsecured testing equipment.
If the front passenger airbag deploys during an accident, unse
cured testing equipment becomes a dangerous projectile.
Secure the testing equipment on the rear seat.to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
with respect
or
Have a second technician operate the testing equipment on
the rear seat.
1.5 HID Headlamps Usage and Safety Pre

cautions
Risk of injury due to electrocution
With the headlamps switched on the HID headlamp components
marked with the yellow high-voltage symbol are under high volt
age. Electric shock is possible from contact with the components.
With the illumination switched on never contact the compo
nents marked with the yellow high-voltage symbols.
When performing procedures switch off the ignition and all
electrical equipment, and place the ignition key outside of the
vehicle.
Do not operate the flashers.
Risk of injury from burning, UV radiation, blinding and explosions
of the HID headlamp bulbs.
Only operate the HID headlamp bulb in the headlamp housing.
Do not look in the light beam.
Avoid contact with burst bulb glass.
Remove and install the HID headlamp bulb with protective
eyewear and gloves.
2 Rep. Gr.00 - General, Technical Data

Audi Q7 2016
2 Repair Information
2.1 Guidelines for Clean Working Conditions, page 3
2.2 General Information, page 3
2.3 Contact Corrosion, page 3
2.4 Electro-Static Discharge Work Surface, page 4
2.5 Line and Wire Routing and Securing, page 4
2.1 Guidelines for Clean Working Condi

tions
Even very small particles of dirt can cause a fault. For this reason
follow the rules of cleanliness when working:
Thoroughly clean the connection locations/maintenance
openings and the area around them prior to loosening/open
ing.
Seal off any open lines and connections immediately with
plugs, for example, taken from the Engine Bung Set -
VAS6122- .
Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover them, do
not use any lint-free cloths.
Cover or seal any open components carefully if the repair is
not going to be performed immediately.
Only install clean parts: remove replacement parts from the
packaging just before installing. Do not use any parts that have
been removed from their packaging and left out (for example,
in tool boxes).
Do not use compressed air when the system is open.
Protect any disconnected connectors from dirt and moisture
and connect them only when they are completely dry.
2.2 General Information

Consult the applicable wiring diagram. Refer to Wiring dia
grams, Troubleshooting & Component locations.
2.3 Contact Corrosion

Contact corrosion can occur if incorrect fasteners are used (bolts,
nuts, washers, etc.).
For this reason, only fasteners with a special surface coating are
used.
In addition, rubber or plastic parts and adhesive consist of non-
conductive materials.
If there arepermitted
doubts as authorised
unless to whether parts
by AUDI areAG
AG. AUDI suitable or not, oruse
does not guarantee accept any liability
new parts. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Note
We only recommend original replacement parts, they have

been tested and are compatible with aluminum.
We recommend using Audi accessories.
Damage resulting from contact corrosion is not covered by
warranty.
2. Repair Information 3
Audi Q7 2016
2.4 Electro-Static Discharge Work Surface

Requirement: Make sure nothing, especially metal or other
light weight particles, can get into the headlamp housing.
Make sure when handling an open headlamp that no oil,
grease, silicone or other such materials can contact the head
lamp components, otherwise they can turn into steam and fog
up the headlamp.
Touching electronic circuits with bare hands can lead to mi
gration.
ESD (electro static discharge) protection: Always follow the
German Industry Standardization EN 613-40-5-1 when han
dling.
Components or electronics that have fallen down cannot be
used again.
ESD Work Surface - VAS6613- . Refer to Electrical System
General Information; Rep. Gr. 97 ; ESD Work Surface VAS
6613 .
2.5 Line and Wire Routing and Securing

Mark the fuel, hydraulic, vacuum, and EVAP system lines or
wires, for example, before removing them to prevent mixing
them up and to guarantee the original installation position.
Draw sketches or take pictures if required.
Due to the restricted space in the engine compartment, make
sure there is enough clearance to all moving or hot Protected
compo by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
nents to avoid damaging the lines/wires.

4 Rep. Gr.00 - General, Technical Data

Audi Q7 2016
3 Battery
3.1 Battery, General Information, page 5
3.2 Battery Types, page 5
3.1 Battery, General Information

Refer to Electrical Equipment General Information; Rep. Gr.
27 ; Battery :
3.2 Battery Types Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
27 ; Battery :
3. Battery 5
Audi Q7 2016
27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

1 Battery
1.1 Overview - Battery, page 6
1.2 Overview - Voltage Converter, page 10
1.3 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting, page 11
1.4 Ground Cable with Battery Monitoring Control Module
J367 , Removing and Installing, page 14
1.5 Battery, Removing and Installing, page 15
1.6 Voltage Converter, Removing and Installing, page 24
1.7 Battery, Checking, page 27
1.8 Battery, Charging, page 28
1.9 Battery Cut-Out/Battery Interrupt, Removing and Instal
ling, page 28
1.1 Overview - Battery

1.1.1 Overview - Battery, 12V System, page 6
1.1.2 Overview - Battery, 48V System, page 8
1.1.1 Overview - Battery, 12V System
6 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

Audi Q7 2016
1 - Grommet
For the central venting
system hose
2 - Central Venting System
Hose
3 - Nut
20 Nm
4 - Ground Wire
With Battery Monitoring
Control Module - J367-
Disconnecting and Con
necting. Refer to
1.3.1 Battery, Dis
connecting and Con
necting, 12V Battery,
page 12 .
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.4 Ground Cable Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
with Battery Monitoring permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Control Module J367 , with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Removing and Instal
ling, page 14 .
5 - Bolt
6 - Nut
5.4 Nm
7 - Wire
For the Battery Monitor
ing Control Module -
J367-
Follow the sequence
when connecting the
ground cable. Refer to
page 13 .
8 - Positive Cable
To the engine
9 - Nut
18 Nm
10 - Nut
7.5 Nm
11 - Nut
7.5 Nm
12 - Battery Cover
13 - Retaining Bracket
14 - Positive Terminal Cover
15 - Nut
25 Nm
16 - Bolt
17 - Nut
5 Nm
1. Battery 7
Audi Q7 2016
18 - Main Fuse Panel

Disconnecting and Connecting. Refer to
1.7.4 Main Fuse Panel on Battery, Removing and Installing, page 284 .
19 - Battery
Checking. Refer to Electrical Equipment General Information; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Battery, Checking .
Removing and Installing. Refer to 1.5.1 Battery, Removing and Installing, 12V System, page 15 .
20 - Battery Bracket
21 - Nut
25 Nm
1.1.2 Overview - Battery, 48V System

5-Seater Versions. Refer to page 8 .
7-Seater Versions. Refer to page 9 .
5-Seater Versions
1 - Battery Mount
2 - Battery, 48 V - A6-
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.5.2 Battery, Re
moving and Installing,
48V System, 5-Seater,
page 19 .
3 - Ground Wire
20 Nm
Terminal 41
De-energizing. Refer to
1.3.2 48V System,
De-Energizing,
page 13 .
4 - Ground Cable Cap
5 - Bolt
20 Nm
Quantity: 4
6 - Protective Housing Upper
Section
There are different ver
sions. Refer to the Parts
Catalog.
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.5.2 Battery, Re
48V System, 5-Seater, Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
page 19 . permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
7 - Bolt
18 Nm
Quantity: 2

Audi Q7 2016
8 - Retaining Bracket
9 - Positive Cable Cap
10 - Positive Cable
20 Nm
Terminal 40
11 - Pressure Balance Hose
12 - Grommet
7-Seater Versions
1 - Bolt
20 Nm permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Quantity: 2 with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Section
Catalog.
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.5.3 Battery, Re
page 21 .
3 - Bolt
20 Nm
Quantity: 4
4 - Positive Cable Cap
5 - Positive Cable
20 Nm
Terminal 40
6 - Grommet
7 - Pressure Balance Hose
8 - Battery, 48 V - A6-
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.5.3 Battery, Re
page 21 .
9 - Battery Mount
10 - Bolt
20 Nm
11 - Nut
20 Nm
12 - Ground Wire
20 Nm
Terminal 41
De-energizing. Refer to 1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing, page 13 .
1. Battery 9
Audi Q7 2016
13 - Ground Cable Cap

14 - Bolt
20 Nm
1.2 Overview - Voltage Converter

1.2.1 Overview - Voltage Converter, 5-Seater, page 10
1.2.1 Overview - Voltage Converter, 5-Seater
1 - Nut
3.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
2 - Bracket
For voltage converter
3 - Bracket
For wire junction
4 - Nut Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
3.5 Nm with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
5 - Bolt
5 Nm
Quantity: 4
6 - Voltage Converter, 48 V/12
V - A7-
Versions with and with
out fan
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.6.1 Voltage Con
verter, Removing and
Installing, 5-Seater,
page 24 .
7 - Line
Allocation. Refer to
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
Component locations.
8 - Nut
20 Nm
9 - Line
Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations.
10 - Nut
20 Nm

Audi Q7 2016
1.2.2 Overview - Voltage Converter, 7-Seater
1 - Bolt
5 Nm
Quantity: 4
2 - Nut
3.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
3 - Line
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
4 - Line
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
5 - Nut
20 Nm
6 - Nut
20 Nm
Section
8 - Bolt
Tightening specification
-item 14-
Item 14 (page 10) .
9 - Voltage Converter, 48 V/12
V - A7-
Versions with and with
out fan
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to 1.6.2 Voltage Converter, Removing and Installing, 7-Seater, page 25 .
10 - Bracket
For voltage converter and wire junction
1.3 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting

Vehicles with 48V System (PR Number VH2)
The 12V and 48V systems reinforce each other via the Voltage
Converter, 48 V/12 V - A7- . As a result, the system can only be
de-energized when the 48V system was de-energized before
hand.
1. Battery 11
Audi Q7 2016
1.3.1 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting, 12V Battery,

page 12
1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing, page 13
1.3.3 48V System, Re-Energizing, page 13
1.3.1 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting,

12V Battery
hand.
De-energize the 48V system. Refer to
1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing, page 13 .
All Vehicles
For subsequent work on pyrotechnic components (such as
airbags and belt tensioners), the battery must be disconnected
when the ignition is switched on, contrary to the following de
scription.
For subsequent work on the SCR system, wait until all of the
reducing agent has returned after switching off the ignition.
Disconnecting
Adjust the front passenger seat as far to the rear as possible.
Use the entire adjustment range of the seat adjustment for this.
Remove the floor mat from the front passenger footwell.
Release the cover -1- upward in direction of -arrow A- and re
move toward the center of the vehicle in direction of
-arrow B-.
Open the cover -3- over the battery negative terminal.

Loosen the nut -1- several turns and remove the battery
ground cable clamp -2- from the battery terminal.
Use insulating tape to prevent the negative terminal from ac
cidentally contacting the battery terminal clamp.

Audi Q7 2016
Connecting
Disconnect the connector -2- from the Battery Monitoring Con
trol Module - J367- -3-.
To connect the battery ground cable terminal clamp to the
battery negative terminal by hand tighten the nut -1-.
Reconnect the connector to the Battery Monitoring Control
Module - J367- .
Re-energize the 48V system. Refer to
1.3.3 48V System, Re-Energizing, page 13 .
When the battery is reconnected, the following steps must be
performed:
Activate the one-touch up/down function for the power window
regulators. Refer to the Owner's Manual.
Check DTC memories of all control modules and delete the
displayed entry Undervoltage using the Vehicle Diagnostic
Tester
Protected .
by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
TIP:with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
After reconnecting the power supply, the ESP warning lamp can
only go out after the vehicle has been driven a few meters.
Tightening Specifications
Refer to 1.1.1 Overview - Battery, 12V System, page 6
1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing

Special tools and workshop equipment required
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
The 48V system is de-energized using the Vehicle Diagnostic
Tester .
De-energize the system
De-energizing the 48V system occurs exclusively in the Diag-
nostic mode on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

Select and start the Diagnostic operating mode.
Select the Special functions tab.
Select the 48V vehicle electrical system folder.
Select De-energizing 48V vehicle electrical system
in the folder.
Start the selected program and follow the instructions on the
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester display.
1.3.3 48V System, Re-Energizing

Procedure
Re-energizing the 48V system occurs exclusively in the Diag-
nostic mode on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
1. Battery 13
Audi Q7 2016
Select the Diagnostic mode to start.

Select the Special functions tab.
Select the 48V vehicle electrical system folder.
Select Re-energizing 48V vehicle electrical system
in the folder.
1.4 Ground Cable with Battery Monitoring

Control Module - J367- , Removing and
Installing
scription.
Removing
hand.
All Vehicles
Turn off the ignition.
-arrow B-.

Audi Q7 2016

ground cable terminal clamp from the battery terminal.
Disconnect the connector -3-.
Slightly lift the carpet in the area of the nut -5-.
Remove the nut -5- and ground cable -4- with the Battery
Monitoring Control Module - J367- -2-.
Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:
Connect the battery. Required actions. Refer to page 13 .
Refer to 1.1 Overview - Battery, page 6
1.5 Battery, Removing and Installing

1.5.1 Battery, Removing and Installing, 12V System,
page 15
1.5.2 Battery, Removing and Installing, 48V System, 5-Seat
er, page 19
1.5.3 Battery, Removing and Installing,Protected
48V System, 7-Seat
er, page 21 permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
1.5.1 Battery, Removing and Installing, 12V

System
hand.
All Vehicles
scription.
Removing
Switch off the ignition.
1. Battery 15
Audi Q7 2016

-arrow B-.

ground cable clamp -2- from the battery terminal.
Open the cover -1- over the battery positive
with respect terminal.
to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Loosen the nut -3- several turns and remove the battery pos
itive cable terminal clamp -2- from the battery terminal.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nuts -3 and 5-.

Disengage the retaining bracket -1- on the opposite side.
Remove the battery bracket -4- upward.
Remove the battery cover -2-.
Remove the central venting system hose -6-.
Lift the battery up and out of the front passenger footwell.
The disposal regulations for batteries and sulfuric acid must
be followed when disposing of batteries. Refer to Electrical
Equipment General Information; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Battery .
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:
TIP:
Batteries from the Audi Parts Program have a base strip adapter
for conforming to different clamping strips. See the battery oper
ating instructions for information on when and how to use the base
strip adapter.
Push the battery to stop against the retaining bracket -1- so

that the battery clamping strip engages in the retaining brack
et.
The battery must not be able to move at all anymore.
Engage the retaining bracket -2- in the mount slit -3- on the
retaining bracket -arrow-.
Attach the central venting system hose.
When the ignition and electrical equipment are switched off,
connect the battery in the following sequence:
First connect the battery positive cable terminal clamp -2- to

the battery positive terminal + by hand and tighten the nut
-3-.
Close the cover -1- over the battery positive terminal.
1. Battery 17
Audi Q7 2016
Disconnect the connector -2- from the Battery Monitoring Con

trol Module - J367- -3-.
Connect the battery ground cable clamp to the battery nega
tive terminal by hand and tighten the nut -1-.
Reconnect the connector to the Battery Monitoring Control
Module - J367- .
Check the battery for secure fit after installation.
If the battery was replaced, then the new battery must be
adapted.
Procedure
Select and start the Diagnostic operating mode.
Select the Test plan tab.
Select the Select Protected
individual test
by copyright. button
Copying and
for private select the
or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
following tree structure consecutively:
Body
Electrical system
01 - OBD-capable systems
19 - Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface - J533
19 - Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface, functions
19 - Adapting
19 - Adapt battery
When the battery is reconnected, the following steps must be
performed:
Activate the one-touch up/down function for the power window
regulators. Refer to the Owner's Manual.
Check all the control module DTC memories and erase the
displayed undervoltage entry using the Vehicle Diagnostic
Tester .
TIP:
After reconnecting the power supply, the ESP warning lamp can
only go out after the vehicle has been driven a few meters.

Audi Q7 2016

System, 5-Seater
Removing
Disconnect the ground cable from the 12V battery when the
ignition is switched off. Refer to
page 12 .
Remove the luggage compartment floor.
If equipped, remove the nut -2- and then the temporary spare
tire -1-.
Release the retainers in direction of -arrows-.

Remove theauthorised
permitted unless cap -1-by from theAUDI
AUDI AG. +AGand
does terminal.
not guarantee or accept any liability
Remove the nuts -1 and 2- and remove the battery terminal

clamps from the battery terminals.
NOTICE
Risk of short circuit by the battery terminal clamps.
Insulate the battery terminal clamps.
Immediately wrap the battery terminal clamps -1 and 2- with

insulating tape and set them aside.
1. Battery 19
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the pressure vent tube -1- by pressing the retainers

on both sides.
Remove the bolts -arrows-.
Remove the retaining bracket -3-.
Remove the battery.

Remove the protective housing upper section -1-.
Remove the battery -2- from the battery mount -3-.
Installing
Push the battery -3- until it stops against the retaining bracket
-1- so that the battery clamping strip -2- engages into the re
taining bracket.
Attach the protective housing upper section -1-.

The battery retaining bracket -2- must rest on the battery
clamping strip -3-.

Audi Q7 2016
Push the pressure vent tube -1- in until it engages audibly.

Connect the connector -6-.
-2-.
Connect the battery ground cable terminal clamp -4- to the
battery negative terminal by hand and tighten the nut -5-.
Attach the caps until they engage audibly.
Disconnect the 12V battery from the ground cable. Refer to
1.3.1
with respect to theBattery,
correctnessDisconnecting and Connecting,
of information in this document. 12VAG.
Copyright by AUDI Battery,
page 12 .

System, 7-Seater
Removing
page 12 .
Remove the cap -1- from the + and terminal.
Remove the nuts -1 and 2- and remove the battery terminal

clamps from the battery terminals.
1. Battery 21
Audi Q7 2016
NOTICE
Risk of short circuit by the battery terminal clamps.
Insulate the battery terminal clamps.
Immediately wrap the battery terminal clamps -1 and 2- with

insulating tape and set them aside.
Remove the pressure vent tube -1- by pressing the retainers

on both sides.
Remove the nut -1- and the bolt -2-.

Remove the battery.

Remove the protective housing upper section -1-.
Remove the battery -2- from the battery mount -3-.

Audi Q7 2016
Installing
Push the battery -3- until it stops against the retaining bracket
-1- so that the battery clamping strip -2- engages into the re
taining bracket.
Attach the protective housing upper section -1-.

The battery retaining bracket -2- must rest on the battery
clamping strip -3-.
Push the pressure vent tube -1- in until it engages audibly.

-3-.
Connect the battery ground cable terminal clamp -6- to the
battery negative terminal by hand and tighten the nut -5-.
Attach the caps until they engage audibly.
Disconnect the 12V battery from the ground cable. Refer to
page 12 .
1. Battery 23
Audi Q7 2016
1.6 Voltage Converter, Removing and In

stalling
1.6.1 Voltage Converter, Removing and Installing, 5-Seater,
page 24
1.6.2 Voltage Converter, Removing and Installing, 7-Seater,
page 25
1.6.1 Voltage Converter, Removing and In

stalling, 5-Seater
Removing
page 12 .
Remove the luggage compartment floor trim panel. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim
Panels; Overview - Luggage Compartment Floor .
Disconnect the connector

with respect-2-.
Slide the cover -1- upward in direction of -arrow- to release it

and then open it.

Remove the nuts -arrows- and free up the wires -1 and 2-.

Audi Q7 2016
Disconnect the connector -1-, if equipped.

Free up the cable holder -2-.
Remove the nuts -arrows-.
Remove the voltage converter -3- with the bracket.

Remove the bracket -1-.
Installing
Refer to
1.6.2 Voltage Converter, Removing and In

stalling, 7-Seater
Removing
page 12 .
Remove the third row seat. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
72 ; Rear Seats; Bench Seat/Single Seats, Removing and In
stalling .
Release the retainer in direction of -arrow A- and open the
cover -1- in direction of -arrow B-.
1. Battery 25
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the bolt -1-.

Move the wire junction -2- with the wires connected to the side.

Slide the cover -1- upward -arrow- to release it and then open
it.


Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nuts -arrows- and bolt -4-.

Push the voltage converter -1- far enough forward until the
mounting point -3- under the battery is accessible.
Disconnect the connector -2-, if equipped.
Remove the voltage converter.

Installing
Refer to
1.7 Battery, Checking

27 ; Battery, Checking .
1. Battery 27
Audi Q7 2016
1.8 Battery, Charging

1.8.1 Battery, Preparing for Charging, page 28
1.8.2 Battery, Preparing for Support Mode, page 28
1.8.1 Battery, Preparing for Charging

Procedure
CAUTION
Risk of explosion due to discharged battery with visual indica
tor.
Severe injury possible.
If the display of the visual indicator is colorless or light yel
low, do not check, charge or jump start the battery.
Replace the battery.
TIP
It is recommended that the battery is charged when installed and
connected. This is the only way to ensure the charge current is
incorporated into the capacity calculation for the Battery Monitor
ing Control Module - J367- .
Before the battery charger can be connected, the following pre
liminary work is necessary:
Turn off the ignition and all electrical equipment.
Open the cover -2-, to do so release the catch -3-.
Connect the red charging clamp + from the battery charger
to the positive terminal -4- and the black charging clamp to
the negative terminal -1-.
Connect the battery charger electrical system connector and
turn on the battery charger. Refer to Electrical Equipment
General Information; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Battery, Charging .
1.8.2 Battery, Preparing for Support Mode

Procedure
Open the cover -2-, to do so release the catch -3-.
Connect the red charging clamp + from the battery charger
to the positive terminal -4- and the black charging clamp to
the negative terminal -1-.
Connect the battery charger electrical system connector and
turn on the battery charger. Refer to Electrical Equipment
General Information; Rep. Gr. 27 ; Battery, Charging .
1.9 Battery Cut-Out/Battery Interrupt, Protected

Re by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
moving and Installing permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
If the Battery Interrupt Igniter - N253- is faulty or triggered then
the main fuse panel on the battery must be replaced.

Audi Q7 2016
Replace the main fuse panel on the battery. Refer to

1.7.4 Main Fuse Panel on Battery, Removing and Instal
ling, page 284 .
1. Battery 29
Audi Q7 2016
2 Battery Jump Start Terminal

2.1 Overview - Battery Jump Start Terminal, page 30
2.1 Overview - Battery Jump Start Terminal
1 - Suspension Strut Tower

2 - Negative Terminal
9 Nm
3 - Terminal 30 Wire Junction -
TV2-
With jump start point
Component location
overview. Refer to
1.1.1 Overview -
Component Location
Relay Panel, Instrument
Panel, E-Boxes Engine
Compartment,
page 256 .
4 - Positive Terminal
7.5 Nm Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
5 - Suppressor - C24-
Component location
overview. Refer to
1.1.1 Overview -
Component Location
Relay Panel, Instrument
Panel, E-Boxes Engine
Compartment,
page 256 .
6 - Cover
7 - Connector

Audi Q7 2016
3 Generator
3.1.3 Overview - Generator with Bushings, page 33
3.2 Generator, Removing and Installing, page 35
3.3 Tensioner for Starter Generator C29 , Removing and In
stalling, page 42
3.4 Generator, Checking, page 42
3.1 Overview - Generator

3.1.1 Overview - Generator, without Bushings, Vehicles with
2.0L TFSI Engine, page 31
3.1.2 Overview - Generator without Bushing, Vehicles with 6-
Cylinder Engine, page 32
3.1.4 Overview - Generator, Starter Generator C29 , Vehicles
with High-Voltage System and 3.0L TDI Engine, page 34
3.1.1 Overview - Generator, without Bushings, Vehicles with 2.0L TFSI Engine
1 - Bolt
8 Nm +180
Replace after removing
Quantity: 4
Aluminum bolt
2 - Generator
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.2 Generator, Re
page 35 .
3 - Connector
4 - 30/B+ Terminal
5 - Cap
6 - Nut
20 Nm
3. Generator 31
Audi Q7 2016
3.1.2 Overview - Generator without Bushing, Vehicles with 6-Cylinder Engine
1 - Bolt
20 Nm
Quantity: 2
2 - Generator
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.2 Generator, Re
page 35 .
3 - Threaded Pin
10 Nm
Quantity: 2
4 - Nut
20 Nm
Quantity: 2
5 - Terminal 30/B+
6 - Nut
16 Nm
7 - Cap
8 - Connector

Audi Q7 2016
3.1.3 Overview - Generator with Bushings
1 - Bolts
23 Nm
2 - Generator
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.2 Generator, Re
page 35 .
3 - Bushing
Tight generator mount
bushings must be loosProtected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
ened, otherwise the permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
clamping force of the with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
sleeve is too little de
spite the correct torque.
4 - Connector
5 - Nut
16 Nm
6 - Cap
7 - Terminal 30/B+
3. Generator 33
Audi Q7 2016
3.1.4 Overview - Generator, Starter Generator - C29- , Vehicles with High-Voltage

System and 3.0L TDI Engine
1 - Bolt
30 Nm
2 - Idler Roller
3 - Bolt
30 Nm
Left-hand thread
4 - Idler Roller
5 - Bolt permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
15 Nm with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Quantity: 4
6 - Bolt
20 Nm
Quantity: 4
7 - Nut
18 Nm
8 - Connector
9 - 30/B+ Terminal
10 - Starter Generator - C29-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.2.4 Generator, Re
Starter Generator C29 ,
Vehicles with High-Volt
age System and 3.0L
TDI Engine,
page 39 .
11 - Tensioner
For Starter Generator -
C29-
Removing and installing. Refer to
3.3 Tensioner for Starter Generator C29 , Removing and Installing, page 42 .

Audi Q7 2016
3.2 Generator, Removing and Installing

3.2.1 Generator, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 2.0L
TFSI Engine, page 35
TFSI Engine, page 36
TDI Engine, page 37
3.2.4 Generator, Removing and Installing, Starter Generator
C29 , Vehicles with High-Voltage System and 3.0L TDI Engine,
page 39
TDI Engine, page 40
3.2.1 Generator, Removing and Installing, Ve

hicles with 2.0L TFSI Engine
Caution
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer

to component overview and parts catalog prior to starting pro
cedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts

Bolt - Generator
Removing
Disconnect the ground cable from the battery when the ignition
is switched off. Refer to
1.3 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting, page 11 .
Remove the ribbed belt from the generator belt pulley. Refer
to Engine Mechanical; Rep. Gr. 13 ; Belt Pulley Side Cyl
inder Block; Ribbed Belt, Removing and Installing .
Remove the bolts -arrows- and tilt the generator forward.
3. Generator 35
Audi Q7 2016

Remove the nut -2- and free up the B+ wire.
Remove the generator upward.
Installing
Replace the aluminum bolts after removal.
Start the engine and check the ribbed belt routing.
Refer to
3.1.1 Overview - Generator, without Bushings, Vehicles
with 2.0L TFSI Engine, page 31

hicles with 3.0L TFSI Engine
12 edged 5 mm socket, commercially available
Removing
During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same
location.
Turn off the ignition and disconnect the ground cable from the
battery. Refer to
Remove the ribbed belt for the A/C compressor. Refer to 6-
Cylinder Direct Injection 3.0L 4V TFSI Supercharged Engine;
Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder Block, Belt Pulley Side; Ribbed Belt,
Removing and Installing .
Release the tension on the ribbed belt and remove it from the
generator pulley. Refer to 6-Cylinder Direct Injection 3.0L
4V TFSI Supercharged Engine; Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder Block,
Belt Pulley Side; Ribbed Belt, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Free up the wiring harness -3- on the generator -6-.

Loosen the nuts -5- and threaded pin -4- with a 12 edge 5 mm
socket.
Remove the bolts -8- and the bracket for the generator -7-.
Remove the nut -2- and free up the B+ wire.
Remove the generator downward.
Installing
Make sure the ribbed belt is on securely and is routed correct
ly.
Refer to
3.1.2 Overview - Generator without Bushing, Vehicles with
6-Cylinder Engine, page 32

hicles with 3.0L TDI Engine

Removing
battery. Refer to
Remove the right lower longitudinal member. Refer to Body
Exterior; Rep. Gr. 50 ; Lock Carrier; Overview - Lock Carrier .
generator pulley. Refer to 6-Cylinder Direct Injection 3.0L
4V TFSI Supercharged Engine; Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder Block,
Belt Pulley Side; Ribbed Belt, Removing and Installing .
Unclip the cover -1-.
Remove the bolt -2- and the right idler roller.
3. Generator 37
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the air duct pipe bolt -2-.

Loosen the bolts -arrows- for the generator -1- about six turns.
To loosen the bushings of the generator mount use a hammer
and carefully tap on the bolt heads.
Remove the bolts completely.
Remove the generator -4- from the bracket.

Remove the nut -1- and the B+ wire -3-.
Remove the generator -1- in direction of -arrow-, as shown.

Installing
Drive the bolt bushings back slightly to make it easier to install
the generator.
Tight generator mount bushings must be loosened, otherwise
the clamping force of the sleeve is too little despite the correct
torque.
Refer to
Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 50 ; Lock Carrier; Overview
- Lock Carrier .

Audi Q7 2016
3.2.4 Generator, Removing and Installing,

Starter Generator - C29- , Vehicles with
High-Voltage System and 3.0L TDI En
gine
Removing
Remove theauthorised
permitted unless fan shroud.
by AUDI Refer
AG. AUDIto AGdoesEngine Mechanical;
not guarantee or accept anyRep.
liability
Gr.
with19 ; Radiator/Radiator
respect Fan; inFan
to the correctness of information Shroud,
this document. Removing
Copyright and
by AUDI AG.
Installing .
Loosen the hose clamp -4- and remove the air duct hose.
Remove the bolts -1 and 3- and push the air duct pipe -2-
slightly upward.
starter generator-belt pulley. Refer to Engine Mechanical;
Rep. Gr. 13 ; Belt Pulley Side Cylinder Block; Ribbed Belt,
Remove the bolts -arrows- and pull the starter generator -1-
slightly forward.
3. Generator 39
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nut -3- and free up the B+ wire -1-.

Remove the starter generator downward.
Installing
ly.
Refer to
3.1.4 Overview - Generator, Starter Generator C29 , Vehi
cles with High-Voltage System and 3.0L TDI Engine,
page 34
- Lock Carrier .

hicles with 4.0L TDI Engine
Commercially available hook spanner wrench for rubber ex
haust piece
Removing
On vehicles with 48 volt system (PR number VH2) must be de-
energized before the 48 V system. Refer to
Remove the ribbed belt tensioner. Refer to Servicing; Rep.
Gr. 13 ; Cylinder Block, Belt Pulley Side; Ribbed Belt Ten
sioner, Removing and Installing .
Loosen the hose clamp -1- and remove the air duct hose.
Remove the air duct pipe connection with the air duct hose.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nut -2- and remove the B+ wire -1-.

Press the fan shroud locking tabs on the left and right side with
the hook spanner wrench for the rubber exhaust piece
-arrow- and slide the fan shroud upward and out of the mounts.
At the same time, support the fan shroud -3- on the lock carrier
-1- using a 14 mm socket -2- at the opening -arrow-.
TIP:
The upper bolt on the generator cannot be removed when the fan
shroud is inserted.
3. Generator 41
Audi Q7 2016
Loosen the bolts -arrows- for the generator approximately six

turns.
Use a hammer and carefully tap on the bolt heads to loosen
the generator mount bushings.
Remove the bolts completely.
Remove the generator -1- from the bracket and remove it to
the right.
Installing
Drive the bolt bushings back slightly to make it easier to install
the generator.
Tight generator mount bushings must be loosened, otherwise
the clamping force of the sleeve is too little despite the correct
torque.
On vehicles with a 48 V system (PR number VH2) the 48 V
system must be energized. Refer to
Start the engine and check the ribbed
Protected beltCopying
by copyright. routing.
for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Tightening Specifications with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Refer to
- Lock Carrier .
3.3 Tensioner for Starter Generator - C29- ,

Removing and Installing
Removing
starter generator-belt pulley. Refer to Engine Mechanical;
Rep. Gr. 13 ; Belt Pulley Side Cylinder Block; Ribbed Belt,
Remove the tensioner -1-.
Installing
ly.
Refer to
3.1.4 Overview - Generator, Starter Generator C29 , Vehi
cles with High-Voltage System and 3.0L TDI Engine,
page 34
3.4 Generator, Checking

27 ; Generator .

Audi Q7 2016
4 Starter
4.1 Overview - Starter, page 43
4.2 Starter, Removing and Installing, page 44
4.1 Overview - Starter
1 - Starter
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
4.2 Starter, Remov
ing and Installing, page
44 .
2 - Bolt
Tightening specifica
tion. Refer to Auto
matic Transmission;
Rep. Gr. 37 ; Transmis
sion, Removing and In
stalling; Transmission
Tightening Specifica
tions .
3 - Spacer Sleeve
Only on 4-cylinder en
gines
4 - Connector
5 - Nut
20 Nm
6 - B+ Terminal
7 - Bolt
Tightening specifica
tion. Refer to Auto
matic Transmission;
Rep. Gr. 37 ; Transmis
sion, Removing and In
stalling; Transmission
tions .
4. Starter 43
Audi Q7 2016
4.2 Starter, Removing and Installing

4.2.1 Starter, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 2.0L TFSI
Engine, page 44
4.2.2 Starter, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 3.0L TFSI
Engine, page 45
4.2.3 Starter, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 3.0L TDI
Engine, page 46
4.2.4 Starter, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 4.0L TDI
Engine, page 48
4.2.1 Starter, Removing and Installing, Vehi

cles with 2.0L TFSI Engine
Removing
Remove the air filter housing. Refer to Engine Mechanical;
Rep. Gr. 24 ; Air Filter; Air Filter Housing, Removing and In
stalling .
Remove the right engine support. Refer to Engine Mechan
ical; Rep. Gr. 13 ; Belt Pulley Side Cylinder Block; Engine
Support, Removing and Installing .
Remove the bolt -arrow-.
Remove the bolt -5- and nut -4-.

Remove the starter -1-, disconnect the connector -3- and free
up the B+ wire -2-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
Make sure the seal -2- fits correctly inside the starter opening
before installing the starter.
The sealing piece must seal with the opening -1- for the starter
-arrows-.
To tighten the bolt -2-, insert the spacer sleeve -arrow- be

tween the starter and transmission.
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the starter by misuse.
Tighten the bolt only with the spacer sleeve installed be
tween the starter and the transmission.

Refer to 4.1 Overview - Starter, page 43

cles with 3.0L TFSI Engine
Removing
battery. Refer to
Remove the right engine support. Refer to 6-Cyl. TDI Com
mon Rail 3,0l 4V Motor (EA 897 Gen I); Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder
Block, Belt Pulley Side; Engine Support, Removing and In
stalling .
Remove the bolts -1 and 2- and then remove the mounting.
4. Starter 45
Audi Q7 2016

up the B+ wire -2-.
Installing
Check the sealing piece -arrow- for the correct installation po

sition.
The area of the torque converter must be completely sealed.
TIP
If the starter assembly is difficult to move, use a silicone-free lu
bricating spray.
Refer to Rep. Gr. 26 ; Emissions Control System; Overview
- Emissions Control System .
4.2.3 Starter, Removing and Installing,Protected

Vehi by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
cles with 3.0L TDI Engine with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Removing
battery. Refer to
Remove the right engine support. Refer to 6-Cyl. TDI Com
mon Rail 3,0l 4V Motor (EA 897 Gen I); Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder
Block, Belt Pulley Side; Engine Support, Removing and In
stalling .

Audi Q7 2016

up the B+ wire -2-.
Installing

sition.
TIP
bricating spray.
4. Starter 47
Audi Q7 2016

cles with 4.0L TDI Engine
Removing
Remove the front exhaust pipe. Refer to Engine Mechani
cal; Rep. Gr. 26 ; Exhaust Pipes/Mufflers; Front Exhaust Pipe,
Remove the generator. Refer to
3.2.5 Generator, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with
4.0L TDI Engine, page 40 .
Remove the right engine support. Refer to Engine Mechan
ical; Rep. Gr. 13 ; Cylinder Block, Belt Pulley Side; Engine
Support, Removing and Installing .
Remove the nut -4- and free up the B+ wire -2-.

Remove the bolt -5- and the starter -item 1-.
Installing
sition.
TIP:
bricating spray.

Audi Q7 2016
5 Adaptive Cruise Control

5.1 Component Location Overview - Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC), page 49
5.2 Control Module for Adaptive Cruise Control, Removing and
Installing, page 50
5.1 Component Location Overview - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
1 - Baseplate
Catalog.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
5.2.2 Retaining Plate
for Distance Regulation
Control Modules J428 /
J850 , Removing and In
stalling, page 50 .
2 - Clip
Closed version
Cannot be removed
without being damaged
Note the installation lo
cation.
3 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
4 - Clip
Open version
Cannot be removed
without being damaged
5 - Stud Bolt
Quantity: 3
Note the adjustment di
mension. Refer to
page 51 .
6 - Clip
Quantity: 3
Must be replaced when
the stud bolt is removed
Replacing. Refer to 5.2.3 Distance Regulation Control Module J428 Clip, Replacing, page 52 .
7 - Distance Regulation Control Module
Right: Distance Regulation Control Module - J428-
Left: Distance Regulation Control Module 2 - J850-
There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Removing and Installing. Refer to
5.2.1 Distance Regulation Control Modules J428 / J850 , Removing and Installing, page 50 .
Adjust
Protectedthe adaptive
by copyright. cruise
Copying control.
for private Referpurposes,
or commercial to Suspension, Wheels,
in part or in whole, is not Steering; Rep. Gr. 44 ; Adaptive
Cruise Control;
permitted Adaptive
unless authorised by AUDI Cruise
AG. AUDIControl,
AG does notAdjusting .
guarantee or accept any liability
8 - Operating Lever for Adaptive Cruise Control
Shared component with the steering column switch module. Cannot be replaced separately
5. Adaptive Cruise Control 49

Audi Q7 2016

11.2 Steering Column Switch Module, Removing and Installing, page 157 .
9 - Instrument Cluster
With Instrument Cluster Control Module - J285-
10 - Front Bumper
11 - Clip
Open version
Cannot be removed without being damaged
5.2 Control Module for Adaptive Cruise

Control, Removing and Installing
5.2.1 Distance Regulation Control Modules J428 / J850 , Re
moving and Installing, page 50
5.2.2 Retaining Plate for Distance Regulation Control Modules
J428 / J850 , Removing and Installing, page 50
5.2.3 Distance Regulation Control Module J428 Clip, Replac
ing, page 52
5.2.1 Distance Regulation Control Modules -

J428- / -J850- , Removing and Installing
If replacing the control module, select the Replace control
module function for the corresponding control module on the
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
Removing
Remove the air intake grille. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep.
Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Overview - Bumper Cover .
Remove the bolts -1, 3 and 5-.
Remove the retaining plate -2- with the distance regulation
control module from the baseplate -4-.
Clean and dry the area around the control module connector.
Installing
Check the connector for damage, contact corrosion and water
ingress, and service if necessary. Refer to Electrical Equip
ment General Information; Rep. Gr. 97 ; Wiring Harness and
Connector Repairs .
Calibrate the adaptive cruise control (ACC). Refer to Sus
pension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr. 44 ; Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) .
Refer to
5.1 Component Location Overview - Adaptive Cruise Con
trol (ACC), page 49
5.2.2 Retaining Plate for Distance Regulation

Control Modules - J428- / -J850-
with respect , Re of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
to the correctness
moving and Installing


Audi Q7 2016
Digital Caliper - VAS6335-

Removing
Remove the distance regulation control module. Refer to
5.2.1 Distance Regulation Control Modules J428 / J850 ,
Removing and Installing, page 50 .
Place the control module on a soft and clean surface.
Destroy the clips -arrows-.
Remove the retaining plate -2- from the Distance Regulation
Control Module - J428- -1-.
Installing permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Insert the new clips until they engage in the retaining plate.
Left side of the vehicle: The closed clip -1- must be seated on
the bracket -2- below on the inside.
Right side of the vehicle: The closed clip -1- must be seated
on the bracket -2- below on the outside.
Measure the dimension -a- at all stud bolts using the Digital
Caliper - VAS6335- and correct if necessary.
Dimension -a- = 17.6 mm.
Install the retaining plate with the stud bolts on the control
module.
The stud bolt must be aligned correctly to the clip.

Audi Q7 2016
Push the stud bolt -1- all the way in the clip -2- as shown.
5.2.3 Distance Regulation Control Module -

J428- Clip, Replacing
The clips cannot be removed without being damaged.
Procedure
Distance Regulation Control Module - J428- removed from the
retaining plate.
Place a screwdriver between the hook and the housing.
Bend every hook all the way around with the screwdriver until
it audibly breaks off.
To prevent the broken hook from getting caught on the hous
ing, remove it from the inside of the clip using needle nose
pliers.
Insert the new clip in the hole in the housing, asto shown
with respect andof information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
the correctness
push in by hand until it clicks into place.
The tabs on the clip must sit correctly in the recesses.
Install the stud bolt.
The stud bolt must be aligned correctly to the clip.

Audi Q7 2016
Turn the stud bolt into the distance regulation control module
up to the dimension -a-.
Measure the dimension -a- at all stud bolts using the Digital
Caliper - VAS6335- and correct if necessary.
Dimension -a- = 17.6 mm.

Audi Q7 2016
6 Special Tools
Digital Caliper - VAS6335-

Audi Q7 2016
90 Instruments
1 Instrument Cluster
1.1 Overview - Instrument Cluster, page 55
1.2 Overview - Windshield Projection (Head up Display), page
56
1.3 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Cluster Control Module
J285 , Removing and Installing, page 57
1.4 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module,
Removing and Installing, page 60
Calibrating, page 61
1.1 Overview - Instrument Cluster
1 - Bolt
3 Nm
Quantity: 2
2 - Instrument Cluster - Low
unless
permitted With Instrument
authorised Cluster
by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Control
with respect Module
to the correctness - J285- in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
of information
Do not disassemble
If an LED for the indica
tor lamps or instrument
cluster illumination is
faulty, the instrument
cluster must be re
placed
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.3.1 Instrument
Cluster with Instrument
Cluster Control Module
stalling, Low Instrument
Cluster, page 57 .
3 - Fiber Optic Cable Connec
tor
Seal with Fiber-Optic
Repair Set - Connector
Protective Caps -
VAS6223/9-
4 - Connector
For the instrument clus
ter
5 - Antenna Wire
tor
Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps - VAS6223/9-
7 - Connector
For the instrument cluster
1. Instrument Cluster 55
Audi Q7 2016
8 - Instrument Cluster - High

With Instrument Cluster Control Module - J285-
Do not disassemble
The instrument cluster must be replaced if there is a malfunction.
1.3.2 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Cluster Control Module J285 , Removing and Installing,
Instrument Cluster High, page 59 .
9 - Instrument Cluster Trim
Removing and installing. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Cluster
Trim, Removing and Installing .
10 - Bolt
Quantity: 2
Tightening specification. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Overview - Instrument
Panel .
1.2 Overview - Windshield Projection (Head up Display)
1 - Central Tube
2 - Nut
8 Nm
Quantity: 3
3 - Exterior Bracket
For windshield projec
tion control module
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.4 Windshield Pro
jection Head Up Display
Control Module, Re
page 60 .
4 - Bolt
Quantity: 2
Tightening sequence.
Refer to
Fig. Windshield Pro
jection Head Up Display
Control Module - Tight
ening Specification and
Sequence ,
page 57 .
5 - Instrument Panel
6 - Upper Cover
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ;
Instrument Panel; Over
view - Instrument Panel
7 - Windshield Projection Head
Up Display Control Module -
J898-
1.4 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Removing and Installing, page 60 .
56 Rep. Gr.90 - Instruments

Audi Q7 2016
Calibrating. Refer to
1.5 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Calibrating, page 61 .
8 - Bolt
Tightening sequence. Refer to
Fig. Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module - Tightening Specification and Se
quence , page 57 .
9 - Bolt
Quantity: 2
Fig. Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module - Tightening Specification and Se
quence , page 57 .
10 - Interior Bracket
For windshield projection control module
1.4 Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module, Removing and Installing, page 60 .
11 - Nut
8 Nm Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Quantity: 3 permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module - Tight

ening Specification and Sequence
Tighten the bolts in sequence shown.
Bolts Tightening Specification
-1- 5.5 Nm
-2 and 3- 4 Nm
1.3 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Clus

ter Control Module - J285- , Removing
and Installing
1.3.1 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Cluster Control Mod
ule J285 , Removing and Installing, Low Instrument Cluster, page
57
1.3.2 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Cluster Control Mod
ule J285 , Removing and Installing, Instrument Cluster High,
page 59
1.3.1 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Clus

and Installing, Low Instrument Cluster
Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps -
VAS6223/9- from Fiber-Optic Repair Set - VAS6223B-
If the control module (instrument cluster) is replaced, select
the Replace control module function for the corresponding
control module using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Move the steering wheel as far to the rear and down as pos
sible. Use the full steering column adjustment range for this.
Switch off the ignition and place the ignition key outside of the
vehicle.
Remove the instrument cluster trim. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Cluster Trim, Re
moving and Installing .
Remove the bolts -1 and 4-.
Release the retainers -3- in direction of -arrow-.
Pivot the instrument cluster -2- to the rear.
Disconnect the connectors:

1- For the fiber-optic cable
2- For the instrument cluster
Seal the open wiring harness connector -2- of the fiber-optic

cable with the Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective
Caps - VAS6223/9- -1-.
TIP
The protective cap prevents contamination of or mechanical dam
age to the front surface of the fiber-optic cable which would impair
light transmission.
Remove the instrument cluster on the front passenger side
between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.
Installing
Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester dis
play with a new instrument cluster.
Refer to 1.1 Overview - Instrument Cluster, page 55

Audi Q7 2016
1.3.2 Instrument Cluster with Instrument Clus

and Installing, Instrument Cluster High
Quantity: 2 Hook Tool - T40207- (High - Instrument Cluster
Version)
If the control module (instrument cluster) is replaced, select
the Replace control module function for the corresponding
control module using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
Removing
Remove the driver side vents in the instrument panel. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument
Panel Vent, Removing and Installing .
Remove the access/start authorization switch trim. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Access/Start
Authorization Switch Trim, Removing and Installing .
Guide both -T40207- between the instrument panel and in
strument cluster and attach at the outer vent openings as
shown.
Using both -T40207- , carefully remove the instrument cluster
-2- from the retainer in direction of -arrow- and tilt toward the
rear.
Disconnect the connectors:

1- For the fiber-optic cable
2- For the antenna
3- For the instrument cluster
Audi Q7 2016

Caps - VAS6223/9- -1-.
TIP
light transmission.
Remove the instrument cluster on the front passenger side
between the steering wheel and the instrument panel.
Installing
Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
permitted unlessdis
authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
play with a new instrument cluster. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Refer to 1.1 Overview - Instrument Cluster, page 55
1.4 Windshield Projection Head Up Display

Control Module, Removing and Instal
ling
Removing
Cover the control module -2- with a soft towel.
Remove the windshield. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
64 ; Windshield; Windshield, Removing and Installing .
Remove the windshield projection trim. Refer to Body Inte
rior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Overview - Instrument
Panel .
NOTICE
Risk of destroying the windshield projection head up display
control module
Only remove the designated bolts from the control module.
Never remove the bolts for the housing upper section.

Lift the control module slightly and disconnect the connector.
Remove the control module.
Removing the Exterior Bracket
Remove the instrument panel. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Panel, Removing and
Installing .

Audi Q7 2016

Removing the Inner Bracket
Remove the instrument panel. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Panel, Removing and
Installing .

Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
NOTICE
Risk of destroying the windshield projection head up display
control module
byAcopyright.
Protected controlCopying
module thatorhas
for private fallenpurposes,
commercial down cannot
in part or inbe used
whole, again.
is not
When inserting the control module never apply pressure
on
the housing upper section.
Check the function of the control module.

A number must be appear on the windshield.
Calibrate the windshield projection control module. Refer to
Calibrating, page 61 .
Refer to
Fig. Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Mod
ule - Tightening Specification and Sequence , page 57
1.5 Windshield Projection Head Up Display

Control Module, Calibrating
Calibration Board for Head-Up Display VAS721003 -
VAS721003-
Conditions
The windshield projection control module must be calibrated
during the following conditions:
The Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module -
J898- was replaced.
The windshield was removed and installed.
No or incorrect basic setting/adaptation is stored in the DTC
memory.
Preliminary Work
Move the vehicle onto a secure flat surface.
Audi Q7 2016
Apply the parking brake - the vehicle must not move during the
measurement.
Fold down the left and right sun visors, disengage them and
move them to the side.
Engage the Calibration Board for Head-Up Display
VAS721003 - VAS721003- on the center support -1 and 2- for
the sun visor.
Calibrating
The Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
Select the Diagnostic mode and start.
Press the Select individual tests button and select the
following one after the other:
Body
82 - Windshield Projection Head Up Display Control Module -
J898
82 - Windshield projection control module, function
82 - Calibrating the head up display
Start the selected program and follow the instructions in the
After calibrating the windshield projection head up control
module successfully, end calibration, turn off the ignition and
disconnect the data link connector.

Audi Q7 2016
2 Horn
2.1 Overview - Horn, page 63
2.2 High Tone Horn H2 / Low Tone Horn H7 , Removing and
Installing, page 63
2.1 Overview - Horn
1 - Lock Carrier
2 - Bolt
8 Nm
3 - Nut
11 Nm
4 - High Tone Horn - H2-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.2 High Tone Horn
H2 / Low Tone Horn H7 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 63 .
5 - Bracket
For the right horn
6 - Lock Carrier
7 - Low Tone Horn - H7-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.2 High Tone Horn
H2 / Low Tone Horn H7 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 63 .
8 - Bracket
For the left horn
9 - Nut
11 Nm
10 - Bolt
8 Nm
2.2 High Tone Horn - H2- / Low Tone Horn

- H7- , Removing and Installing
2.2.1 High Tone Horn H2 / Low Tone Horn H7 , Removing and
Installing, page 63
2.2.2 Horn Bracket, Removing and Installing, page 64
2.2.1 High Tone Horn - H2- / Low

permittedTone Hornby AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
unless authorised
- H7- , Removing and Installing

Removing
2. Horn 63
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the air intake grille cap. Refer to Body Exterior;

Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Overview - Bumper Cover .
Vehicles with a sideways auxiliary radiator or charge air cool
er: Push the air duct slightly to the side. If it is difficult to access
remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep.
Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover Removing and Instal
ling .
Remove the nut -1-.
Remove the horn -3- from the bracket.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Refer to 2.1 Overview - Horn, page 63
2.2.2 Horn Bracket, Removing and Installing

Removing
Protected
Remove the air intake grille cap. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 63authorised
; FrontbyBumper; Overview
AG does not- guarantee
Bumper Cover any.liability
permitted unless AUDI AG. AUDI or accept
Vehicles with a sideways auxiliary radiator or charge air cool

er: Push the air duct slightly to the side. If it is difficult to access
remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep.
Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover Removing and Instal
ling .
Remove the bracket -2- and the horn.
Installing
Refer to 2.1 Overview - Horn, page 63

Audi Q7 2016
3 Special Tools
Hook Tool - T40207- (High - Instrument Cluster Version)

Calibration Board for Head-Up Display VAS 721 003 -

VAS721003-
3. Special Tools 65
Audi Q7 2016
92 Wiper/Washer Systems
1 Windshield Wiper System
1.1 Overview - Component Location Windshield Wiper Sys
tem, page 66
1.2 Overview - Windshield Wiper System, page 67
1.3 Windshield Wiper, Bringing into Service Position,
page 69
1.4 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing, page 70
1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and Installing,
page 70
1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting, page 71
1.7 Windshield Wiper Motor V , Removing and Installing,
page 72
1.8 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor, Removing and Installing,
page 73
1.1 Overview - Component Location Windshield Wiper System
1 - Night Vision System Cam

era - R212- Washer Nozzle
Overview. Refer to
5.1 Overview - Head
lamp Washer System,
page 91 . Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
2 - Headlamp Washer System with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Washer Nozzle
Overview. Refer to
5.1 Overview - Head
lamp Washer System,
page 91 .
3 - Windshield Wiper Motor - V-
With Wiper Motor Con
trol Module - J400-
Overview. Refer to
1.2.1 Overview -
Windshield Wiper Sys
tem, page 67 .
4 - Washer Nozzle
Overview. Refer to
2.1 Overview - Wind
shield Washer System,
page 78 .
5 - Windshield Wiper Arm
Overview. Refer to
1.2.1 Overview -
Windshield Wiper Sys
tem, page 67 .
6 - Grommet
For the washer fluid
hose in the hood
66 Rep. Gr.92 - Wiper/Washer Systems

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Filler Tube
For the washer fluid res
ervoir
Overview. Refer to 2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System, page 78 .
8 - Washer Fluid Reservoir
Overview. Refer to 2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System, page 78 .
1.2 Overview - Windshield Wiper System

1.2.1 Overview - Windshield Wiper System,
permitted pageby67
unless authorised AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
1.2.2 Overview - Windshield Wiper System, Rain/Light Rec
ognition Sensor, page 69
1.2.1 Overview - Windshield Wiper System
1 - Windshield Wiper Motor - V-

With Wiper Motor Con
trol Module - J400-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.7 Windshield Wip
er Motor V , Removing
and Installing,
page 72 .
2 - Bolt
Tightening sequence.
Refer to
Fig. Windshield Wip
er Motor - Tightening
Specification and Se
quence , page 68 .
3 - Nut
32 Nm
4 - Cap
5 - Front Passenger Side
Windshield Wiper Arm
There are different
lengths. Refer to the
Parts Catalog.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.5 Windshield Wiper
Arms, Removing and In
stalling, page 70 .
Adjusting. Refer to
Arms, Adjusting,
page 71 .
6 - Front Passenger Side Wip
er Blade
There are different lengths. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Replacing. Refer to 1.4 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing, page 70 .
7 - Driver Side Wiper Blade
Replacing. Refer to 1.4 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing, page 70 .
1. Windshield Wiper System 67

Audi Q7 2016
8 - Driver Side Windshield Wiper Arm

Removing and installing. Refer to 1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and Installing, page 70 .
Adjusting. Refer to 1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting, page 71 .
9 - Cap
10 - Nut
32 Nm
11 - Bolt
Tightening sequence. Protected
Refer to by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Fig. Windshield Wiper Motor - Tightening Specification and Sequence , page 68 .
12 - Bolt
Fig. Windshield Wiper Motor - Tightening Specification and Sequence , page 68 .
Windshield Wiper Motor - Tightening Specification and Sequence

Tighten the bolts in steps according to the sequence shown:
Step Bolts Tightening Specification
1. -1 to 3- Install by hand until it stops
2. -1 to 3- 8 Nm

Audi Q7 2016
1.2.2 Overview - Windshield Wiper System, Rain/Light Recognition Sensor
1 - Silicone Pad
Catalog.
Replace after removal
2 - Baseplate
For Rain/Light Recogni
tion Sensor - G397-
Attached to the wind
shield
3 - Clip
4 - Rain/Light Recognition
Sensor - G397-
Catalog.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.8 Rain/Light Rec
ognition Sensor, Re
page 73 .
Replacing. Refer to
1.8 Rain/Light Rec
ognition Sensor, Re
page 73 .
1.3 Windshield Wiper, Bringing into Service

Position
If the windshield wiper motor is to be run during the procedure,
the front lid must be completely closed, otherwise the power sup
ply to the wiper motor will be interrupted.
Make sure the wiper blades are not frozen if there is a risk for
frost.
Turn on the ignition.
permitted
Activate the menu item windshield wiper on using the multi
unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
media system control head. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

The windshield wipers run in service position.


Audi Q7 2016
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the front lid by moving the windshield wipers
back to the basic setting.
Never maneuver a vehicle with the windshield wiper arms
folded up.
TIP
At a speed of 6 km/h when operating the windshield wiper switch
the windshield wiper drive back into the basic setting.
1.4 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing

Removing
Bring the windshield wiper into service position. Refer to
1.3 Windshield Wiper, Bringing into Service Position, page
69 .
Lift the windshield wiper arm off the windshield.
Press the clip in direction of -arrow A- and slide the wiper blade
-1- off of the windshield wiper arm -2- in direction of
-arrow B-.
Remove the wiper blade.
Installing
Pay attention to the different lengths of the wiper blades for
the driver and front passenger side.
Guide the wiper blade -1- parallel into the windshield wiper arm
-2- in direction of -arrow-. Make sure that the wiper blade is
slid into the windshield wiper arm until the clip audibly engag
es.
To leave the Service position, either press the windshield
wiper switch or drive faster than 6 km/h.
1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and

Installing
Puller - Wiper Arm Kit - T10369-
Puller - Wiper Arm Kit - Puller 1 - T10369/1-
Removing
To prevent damage to the windshield wiper axles only loosen
using the -T10369/1- .
If the windshield wiper motor is to be run during the work pro
cedure, the front lid must be closed. Otherwise, the power
supply to the wiper motor will be interrupted.

Audi Q7 2016
Bring the windshield wiper into service position. Refer to

1.3 Windshield Wiper, Bringing into Service Position, page
69 .
Pry the caps -arrows- off of the windshield wiper arms -1- with
a screwdriver.
Loosen the nuts -2- several turns.
Position the -T10369/1- on the Protected

windshield wiper arm -1- as
shown. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Position the thrust piece -2- on the windshield wiper axle.

Turn the bolt -3- clockwise until the windshield wiper arm is
removed from the windshield wiper axle.
Remove the nuts completely and remove the windshield wiper
arms.
Installing
Pay attention to the different lengths of the wiper blades for
the driver and front passenger side.
Adjust the windshield wiper arms. Refer to
1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting, page 71 .
1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting

Procedure
TIP
If the windshield wiper motor is to be run during the procedure,
the front lid must be completely closed, otherwise the power sup
ply to the wiper motor will be interrupted.
Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to
1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and Installing, page
70 .
Activate one-touch wiping and let the windshield wiper motor
run into its end position.
TIP
Every second time the windshield wiper motor is switched off,
it returns to a lower rest position, thus tipping the wiper blade
lip the other way.
To do so, the windshield wiper motor moves downward past
the end position and then goes back up again slightly. This

Audi Q7 2016
lower rest position must not be used to align the windshield

wiper crank.
Only use the end position where the windshield wiper motor
runs directly into the end position with no under-stroke. If nec
essary, activate one-touch wiping again.
Position the wiper arm with wiper blade installed at the wiper
axle.
Align the wiper blade tip -2- on the lower edge of the windshield
-1- to the cowl panel trim -3-:
Side Adjustment Dimension in mm
Driver side -b- 34+10
Front passenger side -a- 35 +10
Tighten the nuts -2- for the windshield wiper arms -1-.
Activate one-touch wiping and let the windshield wiper arms
run into their end position.
Check the wiper arm adjustment one more time and adjust if
necessary.
Press the caps -arrows- onto the windshield wiper arms.
Refer to
1.2.1 Overview - Windshield Wiper System, page 67
1.7 Windshield Wiper Motor - V- , Removing

and Installing
Removing
Remove the windshield wiper arms. Refer to
1.5 Windshield Wiper Arms, Removing and Installing, page
70 .
Remove the plenum chamber cover. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 50 ; Bulkhead; Plenum Chamber Cover, Removing
and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the expanding rivet -1-.

Pivot the filler neck -2- upward but do not remove the washer
fluid reservoir and the body opening -3-.
Remove the windshield wiper frame -2- with the linkage and
remove the windshield wiper motor from the plenum chamber.
Installing
Insert the windshield wiper motor with the windshield wiper
frame into the vehicle.
Tighten the bolts. Refer to
Fig. Windshield Wiper Motor - Tightening Specification and
Sequence , page 68 .
Adjust the windshield wiper arms. Refer to
1.6 Windshield Wiper Arms, Adjusting, page 71 .
Refer to
Fig. Windshield Wiper Motor - Tightening Specification and
Sequence , page 68
1.8 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor, Remov

ing and Installing
1.8.1 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor G397 , Removing and
Installing, page 73
1.8.2 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor G397 , Replacing, page
76
1.8.1 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- ,

Cleaning Solution - D 009 401 04-
Caution

cedure.
MandatoryProtected
Replacement
by copyright.Parts
Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Silicone Pad
Removing
Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Place the
ignition key outside of the vehicle.
Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Interior Rearview Mirror; Interior Rearview Mir
ror, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016

Insert a narrow screwdriver -5- into the opening as shown and
release the retainers on the spring -2- in the direction of
-arrows-.
Wait one minute so that the silicone pad can be removed with
out leaving any residue.
Loosen the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- -4- by
moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount -1-.
NOTICE
There is a risk of damaging the humidity sensor through im
proper handling.
Remove and install the rain/light recognition sensor very
carefully.
If the humidity sensor -arrow- is damaged, then the rain/light

recognition sensor must be replaced.
Clean the adhesive surface on the windshield with Cleaning
Solution - D 009Protected
401 04- .
Any silicone residue
with must
respect be
to thecompletely removed.
correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Installing
Replace the silicone pad and spring.
Release the retainers on the old spring -1- in the direction of

-arrows- and remove it from the sensor -2-.
Press on the new spring until it audibly engages.
Solution - D 009 401 04- .

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the silicone pad -2- from the sensor -3- without leav
ing any residue.
Clean the adhesive surface -1- on the sensor with Cleaning
Solution - D 009 401 04- .
Remove the silicone paper -1- from the silicone pad -3-.
The clear protective film -2- remains on the silicone pad as an
assembly aid.
Center the silicone pad -2- on the sensor -3- using the clear
protective film -1-.
Press the silicone pad through the protective film onto the
sensor without forming any bubbles.
Remove the protective film -2- from the silicone pad -1-.
Coat the silicone pad with Cleaning Solution - D 009 401 04- .
TIP
To avoid contaminating the silicone pad, remove the protective
film just before installing it.
Spray the entire surface of the silicone pad with Cleaning Sol
ution - D 009 401 04- .

Audi Q7 2016
Insert the sensor -4- into the mount -2-.

The Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- must not have any
embedded objects or bubbles between it and the windshield
so that it functions correctly.
Press on the clips -1 and 5- until they audibly engage.
1.8.2 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- ,

Replacing
Caution

cedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts

Silicone Pad
Removing
Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Interior Rearview Mirror; Interior Rearview Mir
ror, Removing and Installing .
Insert a narrow screwdriver -5- into the opening as shown and
release the retainers on the spring -2- in the direction of
-arrows-.
Wait one minute so that the silicone pad can be removed with
out leaving any residue.
Loosen the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- -4- by
moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount -1-.
Solution - D 009 401 04- .
Any silicone residue must be completely removed.
Installing Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Install in the reverse order
with respect of correctness
to the removalofwhile noting
information in this the following:
document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
NOTICE
There is a risk of damaging the humidity sensor through im
proper handling.

Audi Q7 2016
Gently press the grip surfaces -arrows- on the protective cap

-2- together and remove from the sensor -1-.
TIP
cap just before installing it.
Insert the sensor -4- into the mount -2-.

The Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397- must not have any
embedded objects or bubbles between it and the windshield
so that it functions correctly.
Press on the clips -1 and 5- until they audibly engage.
After replacing the rain/light recognition sensor, it must be re-
coded in Guided Functions mode using the Vehicle Diag
nostic Tester .

Audi Q7 2016
2 Windshield Washer System

2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System, page 78
2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and Installing,
page 79
2.3 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor, Removing and In
stalling, page 81
2.4 Windshield Washer Pump, Removing and Installing, page
82
2.5 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing, page 83
2.6 Washer Nozzles, Adjusting, page 83
2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System
1 - Bolt
8 Nm
2 - Gasket
Replace if damaged.
3 - Grommet
Replace if damaged.
4 - Filler Tube
For the washer fluid res
ervoir
Removing and instalProtected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
ling. Refer to permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
2.2.1 Washer Fluid
Reservoir Filler Neck,

Removing and Instal
ling, page 79 .
5 - Expanding Rivet
6 - Screen
7 - Cap
For the filler neck
8 - Right Washer Nozzle
With Right Washer Noz
zle Heater - Z21-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.5 Washer Nozzles,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 83 .
Adjusting. Refer to
2.6 Washer Nozzles,
Adjusting, page 83 .
9 - Center Washer Nozzle
With Center Washer
Nozzle Heater - Z114-
Removing and installing. Refer to 2.5 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing, page 83 .
Adjusting. Refer to 2.6 Washer Nozzles, Adjusting, page 83 .
10 - Left Washer Nozzle
with Left Washer Nozzle Heater - Z20-
Removing and installing. Refer to 2.5 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing, page 83 .

Audi Q7 2016
Adjusting. Refer to 2.6 Washer Nozzles, Adjusting, page 83 .

11 - Washer Fluid Hose
From the windshield washer pump
12 - Grommet
For the washer fluid hose in the hood
For front/rear window washer system and headlamp washer system
2.2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and Installing, page 80 .
14 - Washer Fluid
Protected HoseCopying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
by copyright.
To the washer to thenozzles

with respect correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
15 - Windshield Washer Pump - V5-

For the front and rear window washer system
2.4 Windshield Washer Pump, Removing and Installing, page 82 .
16 - Grommet
Replace if damaged.
17 - Grommet
Replace if damaged.
18 - Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor - G33-
2.3 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 81 .
2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and

Installing
2.2.1 Washer Fluid Reservoir Filler Neck, Removing and In
stalling, page 79
2.2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and Installing, page
80
2.2.1 Washer Fluid Reservoir Filler Neck, Re

Drip Tray
Removing
Place a drip tray under the washer fluid reservoir.
Remove the plenum chamber cover. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 50 ; Bulkhead; Plenum Chamber Cover, Removing
and Installing .
2. Windshield Washer System 79

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the expanding rivet -1-.

Remove the filler neck -2- from the washer fluid reservoir and
the body breakout -3- to the right side.
Installing
Slide the grommet -1- all the way onto the filler tube for the
filler neck -3-.
The tab -2- must fit into the opening -arrow- on the filler tube.
Insert the filler neck into the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Pay attention that the gasket is not crushed when sliding it in
the washer fluid reservoir.
Refer
Protectedto
permitted
2.1 Overview - Windshield
unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDIWasher
AG does System,
not guarantee page
or accept 78
any liability
2.2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and

Installing
Removing
Remove the washer fluid reservoir filler neck. Refer to
2.2.1 Washer Fluid Reservoir Filler Neck, Removing and
Installing, page 79 .
Remove the left front wheel housing liner rear section. Refer
to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 66 ; Wheel Housing Liner; Front
Wheel Housing Liner, Removing and Installing .
Pivot the washer fluid reservoir -1- below toward the front in
direction of -arrow A- and then and pull it downward in direction
of -arrow B-.
At the same time the lower and upper securing tabs are re
moved from the mounts.

Audi Q7 2016
Disconnect the connectors -3, 4 and 6-.

Remove the washer fluid hose -1 and 7- from the windshield
washer pump.
Remove the hose -2- from the headlamp washer pump.
Free up the wire.
Remove the washer fluid reservoir -5-.
Installing
Pay attention when inserting the washer fluid reservoir -1- that
the securing tabs engage in the mounts -2 and 3-.
Refer to
2.1 Overview - Windshield Washer System, page 78
2.3 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor,

Drip Tray
Removing
Remove the washer fluid reservoir until the windshield washer
fluid level sensor is accessible. Refer to
2.2.2 Washer Fluid Reservoir, Removing and Installing,
page 80 .

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the Windshield Washer Fluid Level Sensor - G33-
-2- from the washer fluid reservoir.
Installing
Check the grommet -3- for damage.
2.4 Windshield Washer Pump, Removing

and Installing
Elbow Assembly Tool - T10118-
Drip Tray
Removing
Remove the washer fluid reservoir until the windshield washer
pump is accessible. Refer to
page 80 .
Disconnect the connector -3- using an Elbow Assembly Tool
- T10118- .
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the wind
shield washer fluid hoses -2 and 5- from the windshield washer
pump -4-.by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Protected
Remove the towindshield
with respect the correctnesswasher pump
of information in thisupward
document.from thebywasher
Copyright AUDI AG.
fluid reservoir.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
2.5 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Instal

ling
Removing
Unclip the washer nozzle -1- for the windshield washer system
from the hood in the direction of -arrow-.
Release the clip -3- in direction of -arrow- and remove the

washer fluid hose -2- from the windshield washer system
washer nozzle.
Disconnect the connector -1- if equipped.
Installing
When connecting the washer fluid hose, make sure that the
clip engages audibly into the washer fluid hose connection.
Install the windshield washer system washer nozzle in the
hood.
2.6 Washer Nozzles, Adjusting

Adjust the washer nozzles for the windshield washer system. Re
fer to Maintenance ; Booklet 413 .
Clean the dirty washer nozzle if the spray field does not match
the specifications.
Washer Nozzle, Cleaning
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the washer nozzles by misuse.
Do not clean the spray nozzles using any objects.
Remove the washer nozzle. Refer to

2.5 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing, page 83 .
Rinse the washer nozzle with clean water opposite the spray
direction.
To remove any remaining contaminants, the washer nozzle
may only be blown out with compressed air in the opposite
direction of spray.
If the spray field still does not match the specifications, replace
the washer nozzle.

Audi Q7 2016
3 Rear Window Wiper System

3.1 Overview - Component Location Rear Window Wiper Sys
tem, page 84
3.2 Overview - Rear Window Wiper System, page 85
3.3 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing, page 85
3.4 Windshield Wiper Arm, Removing and Installing,
page 86
3.5 Wiper Arm, Adjusting, page 86
3.6 Rear Window Wiper Motor V12 , Removing and Installing,
page 87
3.1 Overview - Component Location Rear Window Wiper System

Overview. Refer to
4.1 Overview - Rear
Window Washer Sys
tem, page 89 .
2 - Rear Window Wiper Motor
- V12-
Overview. Refer to
3.2 Overview - Rear
Window Wiper System,
page 85 .
3 - Washer Nozzle
Overview. Refer to
4.1 Overview - Rear with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Window Washer Sys
tem, page 89 .
Overview. Refer to
3.2 Overview - Rear
Window Wiper System,
page 85 .

Audi Q7 2016
3.2 Overview - Rear Window Wiper System

For the rear window
washer system
2 - Nut
8 Nm
- V12-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.6.1 Rear Window
Wiper Motor V12 , Re
page 87 .
4 - Rubber Seal
Replace if damaged.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
3.6.2 Grommet, Re

page 88 .
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Arm, Removing and In
stalling, page 86 .
6 - Nut
12 Nm
7 - Washer Nozzle
8 - Rear Window Cap
9 - Wiper Blade
Replacing. Refer to
3.3 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing, page 85 .
3.3 Wiper Blade, Removing and Installing

Removing
Remove the wiper arm from the rear window.
Pull the wiper blade -1- down out of the wiper arm -2- in di
rection of -arrow-.
Installing
The wiper blade must audibly engage in the wiper arm.
3. Rear Window Wiper System 85

Audi Q7 2016
3.4 Windshield Wiper Arm, Removing and

Installing
Removing
Activate rear wiping and let the wiper arm run to end position.
Carefully expand the cap in direction of -arrows- and remove.
Carefully remove the spray nozzle -2-.

Loosen the nut -1- one turn.
Install anunless
permitted M6 authorised
nut -4- on theAG.
by AUDI nut.
AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Position the Puller - Wiper Arm Kit - Puller 1 - T10369/1- on
the wiper arm -1- as shown.
Position the thrust piece -2- on the windshield wiper axle.
Turn the bolt -3- clockwise until the windshield wiper arm is
removed from the windshield wiper axle.
Remove the nut completely and remove the wiper arm.
Installing
Adjust the wiper arm. Refer to
3.5 Wiper Arm, Adjusting, page 86 .
3.5 Wiper Arm, Adjusting

Procedure
Remove the wiper arm. Refer to
3.4 Windshield Wiper Arm, Removing and Installing, page
86 .

Audi Q7 2016

Position the wiper arm with wiper blade installed at the wind
shield wiper axle and align wiper blade at the rear window as
follows:
Dimension -a- = 19 + 5 mm.
TIP
The dimension is the distance between the wiper blade tip and
the lower edge of the window.
Tighten the wiper arm nut.
Check the wiper arm adjustment again and correct if neces
sary.
Refer to
3.6 Rear Window Wiper Motor - V12- , Re

3.6.1 Rear Window Wiper Motor V12 , Removing and Instal
ling, page 87
3.6.2 Grommet, Removing and Installing, page 88
3.6.1 Rear Window Wiper Motor - V12- , Re

Removing
Remove the wiper arm. Refer to
3.4 Windshield Wiper Arm, Removing and Installing, page
86 .
Remove the lower rear lid trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim Panels; Rear Lid
Lower Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .
Remove the clip in direction of -arrow A- and remove the
washer fluid line -2- from the spray nozzle connecting pipe.
Remove the nuts -arrows B- and remove the Rear Window
Wiper Motor - V12- -1-.
The washer fluid hose must engage audibly into the spray
nozzle connection.
Adjust the wiper arm. Refer to
3.5 Wiper Arm, Adjusting, page 86 .
Refer to
3. Rear Window Wiper System 87

Audi Q7 2016
3.6.2 Grommet, Removing and Installing

Removing
Remove the rear window wiper motor. Refer to
3.6.1 Rear Window Wiper Motor V12 , Removing and In
stalling, page 87 .
Carefully pry the grommet out of the rear window.
Installing
Install the grommet -2- into the rear window -1-.
The marking -3- must face upward.

Audi Q7 2016
4 Rear Window Washer System

4.1 Overview - Rear Window Washer System, page 89
4.2 Spray Nozzle, Removing and Installing, page 90
4.3 Spray Nozzle, Adjusting, page 90
4.1 Overview - Rear Window Washer System

Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.2 Washer Fluid
Reservoir, Removing
and Installing,
page 79 .
2 - Rear Window Cap
3 - Washer Nozzle
Protected
Removing andCopying
by copyright. instalfor private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
ling. Refer to
4.2 Spray Nozzle,

Removing and Instal

ling, page 90 .
Adjusting. Refer to
4.3 Spray Nozzle,
Adjusting, page 90 .
- V12-
From the windshield
washer pump
7 - Windshield Washer Pump -
V5-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.4 Windshield
Washer Pump, Remov
82 .
To the washer nozzle
9 - Grommet
Replace if damaged.
4. Rear Window Washer System 89

Audi Q7 2016
4.2 Spray Nozzle, Removing and Installing

Removing
Carefully expand the cap in direction of -arrows- and remove.
Carefully remove the spray nozzle -2- from the connecting
tube in direction of -arrow-.
Installing
Insert the spray nozzle so the spray opening faces the opening
on the wiper arm -1-.
4.3 Spray Nozzle, Adjusting

Adjust the rear window washer system spray nozzles. Refer
to Maintenance ; Booklet 413 .
Clean the dirty washer nozzle if the spray field does not match
the specifications.
Washer Nozzle, Cleaning:
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the washer nozzles by misuse.
Do not clean the spray nozzles using any objects.
Remove the washer nozzle. Refer to

4.2 Spray Nozzle, Removing and Installing, page 90 .
Rinse the washer nozzle with clean water opposite the spray
direction.
To remove any remaining contaminants, the washer nozzle
may only be blown out with compressed air in the opposite
direction of spray.
If the spray field still does not correspond to the specifications,
replace the spray nozzle.

Audi Q7 2016
5 Headlamp Washer System

5.1 Overview - Headlamp Washer System, page 91
5.2 Headlamp Washer Pump V11 , Removing and Installing,
page 92
5.3 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Installing, page 92
5.1 Overview - Headlamp Washer System

era - R212- Washer Nozzle
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
5.3.2 Night Vision
System Camera R212
Washer Nozzle, Re
page 93 .
2 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
Quantity: 2
3 - Mount
For Night Vision System
Camera - R212-
era - R212-
To the washer nozzles
6 - Headlamp Washer Pump -
V11-
Removing and
with respect instal
ling. Refer to
5.2 Headlamp
Washer Pump V11 , Re
page 92 .
8 - Grommet
For Headlamp Washer
Pump - V11-
9 - Washer Nozzle
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
5.3.1 Headlamp Washer System Washer Nozzle, Removing and Installing, page 92 .
Are already adjusted by the manufacturer and must not be adjusted after installation.
10 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
Quantity: 2
To the washer nozzles
12 - Cover
For the headlamp washer system washer nozzle
5. Headlamp Washer System 91

Audi Q7 2016
5.2 Headlamp Washer Pump - V11- , Re

Drip Tray
Removing
Remove the washer fluid reservoir until the headlamp washer
pump is accessible. Refer to
page 80 .
Press the release button -2- and remove the washer fluid hose
-3- from the headlamp washer pump -4-.
Remove the headlamp washer pump upward and out of the
washer fluid reservoir.
Installing
5.3 Washer Nozzles, Removing and Instal

ling
5.3.1 Headlamp Washer System Washer Nozzle, Removing
and Installing, page 92
5.3.2 Night Vision System Camera R212 Washer Nozzle, Re
5.3.1 Headlamp Washer System Washer

Nozzle, Removing and Installing
Engine Bung Set - VAS6122-
Drip Tray
Removing
Remove the cover for the headlamp washer system spray
nozzle. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper;
Overview - Bumper Cover .
Remove the front wheel spoiler. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 66 ; Wheel Housing Liner; Overview - Front Wheel
Housing Liner .
Vehicles with side auxiliary cooler: Remove the front bumper
cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper;
Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the spray nozzle -1- toward the rear.
Place the drip tray under the washer nozzle.
Remove the washer fluid hose -3- by pressing the release
buttons -1-.
Seal off the hose coupling with clean plugs from the Engine
Bung Set - VAS6122- .
Installing
Refer to
5.3.2 Night Vision System Camera - R212-

Washer Nozzle, Removing and Instal
ling
Removing
Remove the mount for the Night Vision System Camera -
R212- . Refer to Communication; Rep. Gr. 91 ; Infrared
System .
Remove the washer nozzle -1- from the mount -2-.
Installing
If the mount is removed, the Night Vision System Camera -
R212- must be recalibrated. Refer to Suspension, Wheels,
Steering; Rep. Gr. 44 ; Infrared System; Infrared System,
Calibrating .
Refer to
5. Headlamp Washer System 93

Audi Q7 2016
6 Washer Fluid Hoses

92 ; Washer Fluid Hoses .

Audi Q7 2016
7 Special Tools
Elbow Assembly Tool - T10118-
Engine Bung Set - VAS6122-
Drip Tray
7. Special Tools 95
Audi Q7 2016
94 Exterior Lights, Switches

1 Headlamps
1.1 Overview - Headlamps, page 96
1.2 Headlamp, Removing and Installing, page 102
1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106
1.4 Headlamps, Calibrating, page 112
1.5 Left and Right Front Turn Signal Bulb M5 / M7 , Removing
1.6 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp
LED Module L176 / L177 , Removing and Installing, page 122
1.7 Left and Right Front Fog Lamp Bulb L22 / L23 , Removing
1.8 Left and Right HID Headlamp Bulb L13 / L14 , Removing
1.9 Headlamp Power Output Module, Removing and Instal
ling, page 125
1.10 Left and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor V48 /
V49 , Removing and Installing, page 127
1.11 Headlamp Fan, Removing and Installing, page 128
1.1 Overview - Headlamps

1.1.1 Overview - Headlamps, Headlamp Mount, page 96
1.1.2 Overview - Headlamps, HID Headlamps, page 98
1.1.3 Overview - Headlamps, LED Headlamps, page 100
1.1.1 Overview - Headlamps, Headlamp Mount
96 Rep. Gr.94 - Exterior Lights, Switches

Audi Q7 2016
1 - Support
For the headlamp
mount
2 - Bolt
8 Nm
3 - Bolt
8 Nm
4 - Lock Carrier
For mounting the head
lamp
5 - Mount
For the bumper cover
To secure the headlamp
mount
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
Exterior; Rep. Gr. 50 ;
Fender; Fender, Re
6 - Bolt
8 Nm
Quantity: 2
7 - Mount
For headlamp
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.2 Headlamp
Mount, Removing and
8 - Bolt
8 Nm
with Quantity: 2
respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
1. Headlamps 97
Audi Q7 2016
1.1.2 Overview - Headlamps, HID Headlamps
1 - Filter Membrane
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.3 Filter Mem
brane, Removing and
2 - Headlamp Housing
With integrated Left Low
Beam Headlamp Re
flector Motor - V294- ,
Right Low Beam Head
lamp Reflector Motor -
V295-
The trim for the low
beams cannot be re
placed separately.
If faulty replace the
headlamp housing
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.1 Headlamp
Housing, Removing and
3 - Bulb
Left Front Fog Lamp
Bulb - L22- , Right Front
Fog Lamp Bulb - L23-
(All Weather Lamp)
12 V, 55 W (H7)
Bulb, replacing. Refer to
1.7 Left and Right
Front Fog Lamp Bulb
L22 / L23 , Removing
and Installing,
page 123 .
4 - Front Turn Signal Bulb
Left Front Turn Signal Bulb - M5- , Right Front Turn Signal Bulb - M7-
12 V, 24 W
1.5 Left and Right Front Turn Signal Bulb M5 /Protected
M7 , Removing and Installing, page 121 .
5 - Adjusting Nut with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
For the headlamp height adjustment

6 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
7 - Housing Cover
8 - Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp LED Module
Left Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp LED Module - L176- , Right Daytime Running Lamp and
Position Lamp LED Module - L177-
1.6 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp and Position Lamp LED Module L176 / L177 , Removing
and Installing, page 122 .
9 - Bolt
0.9 Nm
Quantity: 2

Audi Q7 2016
10 - Adjuster
For adjusting the headlamp housing to the bumper contour
11 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
12 - Height Adjusting Screw
13 - Gasket
Cannot be replaced separately If damaged replace the height adjustment
14 - Housing Cover
15 - Control Module for Lighting Control
Left Light Control Module - J1018- , Right Light Control Module - J1023-
1.9.2 Left and Right Light Control Module J1018 / J1023 , Removing and Installing, page 126 .
16 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
17 - Bolt
1.5 Nm permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Quantity: 4 with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
18 - Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor

Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor - V48- , Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor - V49-
1.10 Left and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor V48 / V49 , Removing and Installing,
page 127 .
19 - HID Headlamp Bulb
Left HID Headlamp Bulb - L13- integrated in the Left HID Headlamp Control Module - J343- , Right HID
Headlamp Bulb - L14- integrated in the Right HID Headlamp Control Module - J344-
1.8 Left and Right HID Headlamp Bulb L13 / L14 , Removing and Installing, page 124 .
20 - Breather Hose
For the headlamp housing
21 - Sealing Frame
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.2.4 Sealing Frame, Removing and installing, page 106 .
22 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
23 - Headlamp Housing Bracket
Quantity: 2
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.2.2 Headlamp Mount, Removing and Installing, page 105 .
1. Headlamps 99
Audi Q7 2016
Component Location Automatic High Beam Assist Control Mod

ule - J844-
Integrated in the interior rearview mirror base.
TIP
The Automatic High Beam Assist Control Module - J844- cannot
be replaced separately. If faulty replace the interior rearview mir
ror. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Interior Rearview
Mirror; Interior Rearview Mirror, Removing and Installing .
1.1.3 Overview - Headlamps, LED Headlamps
1 - Filter Membrane
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.3 Filter Mem
brane, Removing and
Removing and instalof information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

with respect to the correctness
ling. Refer to
1.2.1 Headlamp
3 - Headlamp Fan 2
Only for Matrix head
lamps
Left Headlamp Fan 2 -
V463- , Right Headlamp
Fan 2 - V464-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.11.2 Left and Right
Headlamp Fan 2 V463 /
V464 , Removing and
4 - Adjusting Nut
For the headlamp height
adjustment
5 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
6 - Mount
For the LED headlamp
power output module 1
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.11.2 Left and Right Headlamp Fan 2 V463 / V464 , Removing and Installing, page 129 .
7 - LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1
For the headlamp electronics
Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A31- , Right LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A27-
1.9.1 Right and Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1 A27 / A31 , Removing and Installing,
page 125 .

Audi Q7 2016
8 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 4
9 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 4
10 - Adjuster
For adjusting the headlamp housing to the bumper contour
11 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
12 - Height Adjusting Screw
13 - Housing Cover
permitted14unless
- Control
authorisedModule
by AUDI AG.forAUDI
Lighting
AG does Control
Left Light Control Module - J1018- , Right Light Control Module - J1023-
1.9.2 Left and Right Light Control Module J1018 / J1023 , Removing and Installing, page 126 .
15 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 4
16 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
17 - Gasket
Cannot be replaced separately If damaged replace the height adjustment
18 - Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor
Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor - V48- , Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor - V49-
1.10 Left and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor V48 / V49 , Removing and Installing,
page 127 .
19 - Headlamp Fan
Left Headlamp Fan - V407- , Right Headlamp Fan - V408-
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.11 Headlamp Fan, Removing and Installing, page 128 .
20 - Breather Hose
For the headlamp housing
21 - Sealing Frame
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.2.4 Sealing Frame, Removing and installing, page 106 .
22 - Bolt
4.5 Nm
23 - Headlamp Housing Bracket
Quantity: 2
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.2.2 Headlamp Mount, Removing and Installing, page 105 .
1. Headlamps 101
Audi Q7 2016
1.2 Headlamp, Removing and Installing

1.2.1 Headlamp Housing, Removing and Installing,
page 102
1.2.2 Headlamp Mount, Removing and Installing, page 105
1.2.3 Filter Membrane, Removing and Installing, page 105
1.2.4 Sealing Frame, Removing and installing, page 106
1.2.1 Headlamp Housing, Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Turn on the ignition and disconnect the ground cable from the
battery. Refer to
Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover, Removing and
Installing .
If equipped: release the catches in direction of -arrows- and
remove the air duct -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
Loosen the bolts -5- four turns.

Remove the bolts -1, 2, 6 and 7-.
CAUTION
Extremely dangerous due to high-voltage.
With the headlamps switched on the HID headlamp compo
nents marked with the yellow high-voltage symbol are under
high voltage. Electric shock is possible from contact with the
components.
With the illumination switched on never contact the compo
nents marked with the yellow high-voltage symbols.
When performing procedures switch off the ignition and all
electrical equipment, and place the ignition key outside of
the vehicle.
Dobynot
Protected operate
copyright. the
Copying flashers.
CAUTION
Pyrotechnical components can deploy unintentionally.
Risk of injury.
Discharge the static electricity: quickly touch the door striker.
Remove the connector lock -2-, press it down in direction of

-arrow-, and disconnect the connector -1- on the crash sensor.
Remove the headlamp housing slightly forward and remove

the bleeder hose -2-.
Remove the headlamp housing.
1 - Ignore
1. Headlamps 103
Audi Q7 2016
Installing
Make sure the adjusting nut -2- on the adjusting mechanism
-1- moves easily in direction of -arrows-.
Turn the adjusting nut all the way down, but do not tighten it.
Insert the headlamp housing, at the same time the securing

tab -2- must engage in the mount -1- on the lock carrier in
direction of -arrow-.
Align the headlamp housing with the edge of the fender and
tighten the bolt -2-.
The headlamp housing must be flush with the fender.
Tighten the bolts -1, 5, 6 and 7-.
TIP
Tightening the bolt -5- automatically turns the adjusting nut on the
adjuster against the headlamp housing mounting point and se
cures the housing.

Audi Q7 2016
CAUTION
Pyrotechnical components can deploy unintentionally.
Risk of injury.
Discharge the static electricity: quickly touch the door striker.
Attach the connector -1- until it clicks into place on the crash
sensor -arrow-.
Push in the connector lock -2-, the connector is secured by
this.
Push the bleeder hose on the connection.
Connect the battery with the ignition switched on. Required
actions. Refer to page 13 .
Adjust the headlamp. Refer to
1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106 .
Refer to 1.1 Overview - Headlamps, page 96
1.2.2 Headlamp Mount, Removing and Instal

ling
Removingpermitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Remove the headlamp housing. Refer to
1.2 Headlamp, Removing and Installing, page 102 .
Remove the mount -2-.
Release the catch -4- and remove the bracket -5- from the
headlamp housing -3- in direction of -arrow-.
Installing
1.2.3 Filter Membrane, Removing and Instal

ling
Removing
Remove the front wheel housing liner front section. Refer to
Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 66 ; Wheel Housing Liner; Front
Versions with side charge air cooler: remove the front bumper
cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper;
Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing .
1. Headlamps 105
Audi Q7 2016
Pry out the filter membrane -1- in direction of -arrow- and re

move it.
Installing
1.2.4 Sealing Frame, Removing and installing

Removing
1.2 Headlamp, Removing and Installing, page 102 .
Detach the frame -2- from the top and bottom of the headlamp
housing -1- -arrows- and remove it.
Installing
1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting

1.3.1 HID Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106
1.3.2 LED Headlamp, Adjusting, page 109
1.3.1 HID Headlamp, Adjusting


Approved Headlamp Adjusting Unit
The following test and adjustment description applies to all
countries.
However, national guidelines or regulations of the country
must be observed.
Test and Adjusting Conditions
Tire pressure is OK.
The headlamp glass must be clean and dry.
The headlamp glass must not be damaged.
Headlamp reflectors and bulbs are OK.
Vehicles with Coil Springs:
The vehicle must be under load.
Vehicle load on driver seat in otherwise unloaded vehicle (curb
weight).

Audi Q7 2016
One person or 75 kg (165.34 lbs).

The curb weight is the weight of the operational vehicle with a
completely full fuel tank, including the weight of all equipment
carried while in operation.
Fuel tank: at least 90% full.
Equipment: for example, spare tire, tools, vehicle jack, fire ex
tinguisher, etc.
If the fuel tank is not at least 90% full, the load must be created
as follows.
Check the fuel tank fill level in the instrument cluster fuel gauge
and compare it with the following table. Place additional weight
in the luggage compartment, if necessary.
Fuel Gauge Additional Weight
75 Liter (19.81 gallon) 85 Liter (22.45 gallon)
Fuel Tank Fuel Tank
1/4 57 kg (125.66 lbs) 64 kg (141.09 lbs)
1/2 38 kg (83.77 lbs) 43 kg (94.79 lbs)
3/4 19 kg (41.88 lbs) 21 kg (46.29 lbs)
full 0 0
Example: if the fuel tank is half full, an additional 38 kg (83.77
lbs) must be placed in the luggage compartment.
Note
Use containers filled with water as additional weight (a five liter

container filled with water weighs approximately five kg (11.02
gallons)).
Vehicles with Air Suspension

The compressed air reservoir must be filled. Start the engine
and let it run in the neutral position for approximately two mi
nutes.
Continuation for All Vehicles
1. Headlamps 107
Audi Q7 2016
The electro-mechanical parking brake must not be engaged

so that the vehicle is not under stress.
The vehicle and headlamp adjusting unit must be on a level
surface.
The headlamp adjusting unit must be aligned to the vehicle.
Refer to the Headlamp Adjusting Unit Operating Instructions.
The headlamp adjusting unit must be distance -a- = 10 to 50
cm in front of the headlamp and should not deviate more than
dimension -b- = 3 cm from the center point of the headlamp.
The angle dimension is set on the headlamp adjusting unit.
The angle dimension -arrow- is stamped for ECE countries on
the upper edge of the headlamp -1- in %.
The standard angle dimension for the USA is 0.7%.
Note Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
The percentage value is based on a 10 meter projection distance.
An angle dimension of 1.0%, for example, converts to 10 cm.
Preliminary Work
Turn the light switch to low beam not to Auto.
Close all the doors and the rear lid and keep them closed for
the duration of the testing/adjusting procedure.
Procedure
Body
09 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519
09 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module functions
09 - Adjusting headlamps
Note
The headlamps move into the basic setting with this program.
If the vehicle has air suspension, the suspension will move into
the air suspension normal level at the same time.

During the program, it will be asked to perform a headlamp
adjustment.

Audi Q7 2016
Headlamp Adjustment
TIP
The image and the following description apply to the headlamp
adjusting unit. Pay attention to the Owner's Manual for the Ap
proved Headlamp Adjusting Unit . Refer to the Headlamp Adjust
ing Unit Owner's Manual.
The horizontal cut-off line must touch the cut-off line -1- on the
adjusting unit test surface.
The bend point -2- between the left horizontal part and the right
rising part of the cut-off line must run vertically through the
central mark -3-. The bright core of the light beam must be to
the right of the vertical. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
To determine the bend point -2- more
with respect to the easily, cover
correctness and un
of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
cover the left half of the headlamp (seen in direction of travel)
several times. Then check the low beam again.
After adjusting the low beam according to the instructions, the
center of the high beam light beam must be on the central
marking -3-.
To adjust the height of the headlamp, set the cut-off line just
above the dividing line with the adjustment screw -1-.
Then adjust the cut-off line on the dividing line, starting from
the top.
For side adjustment, turn the adjusting screw -2-.
TIP:
The right headlamp layout is a mirror image.
Vehicles with air suspension: after successful headlamp ad
justment, follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnostic
Tester display in order to leave the air suspension standard
vehicle height
Disconnect the data link connector.
1.3.2 LED Headlamp, Adjusting

Approved Headlamp Adjusting Unit
The following test and adjustment description applies to all
countries.
However, national guidelines or regulations of the country
must be observed.
Test and Adjusting Conditions
Tire pressure is OK.
The headlamp glass must be clean and dry.
The headlamp glass must not be damaged.
Headlamp reflectors and bulbs are OK.
Vehicles with Matrix LED headlamps: Only use the Approved
Headlamp Adjusting Unit for the headlamp adjustment, be
cause after the headlamp adjustment the Matrix LED head
1. Headlamps 109
Audi Q7 2016
lamps must be calibrated. Refer to

1.4 Headlamps, Calibrating, page 112 .
Vehicles with Coil Springs
The vehicle must be under load.
Vehicle load on driver seat in otherwise unloaded vehicle (curb
weight).
One person or 75 kg (165.34 lbs)
The curb weight is the weight of the operational vehicle with a
completely full fuel tank, including the weight of all equipment
carried while in operation.
Fuel tank: at least 90% full.
Equipment: for example, spare tire, tools, vehicle jack, fire ex
tinguisher, etc.
If the fuel tank is not at least 90% full, the load must be created
as follows.
Check the fuel tank fill level in the instrument cluster fuel gauge
and compare it with the following table. Place additional weight
in the luggage compartment, if necessary.
Fuel Gauge Additional Weight
75 Liter (19.81 gallon) 85 Liter (22.45 gallon)
Fuel Tank Fuel Tank
1/4 57 kg (125.66 lbs) 64 kg (141.09 lbs)
1/2 38 kg (83.77 lbs) 43 kg (94.79 lbs)
3/4 19 kg (41.88 lbs) 21 kg (46.29 lbs)
full 0 0
Example: if the fuel tank is half full, an additional 38 kg (83.77
lbs) must be placed in the luggage compartment.
Note
Use containers filled with water as additional weight (a five liter

container filled with water weighs approximately five kg (11.02
lbs)).
Vehicles with Air Suspension

The compressed air reservoir must be filled. Start the engine
and let it run in the neutral position for approximately two mi
nutes.
Continuation for All Vehicles

Audi Q7 2016
The electro-mechanical parking brake must not be engaged

so that the vehicle is not under stress.
The vehicle and headlamp adjusting unit must be on a level
surface.
The headlamp adjusting unit must be aligned to the vehicle.
To do this, slide the headlamp adjusting unit a distance of 00
mm (3.93 in.) centered in front of the vehicle and aligned to
the vehicle front. Refer to Headlamp Adjusting Owner's Man
ual.
Slide the headlamp adjusting unit in front of the corresponding
headlamp and check the alignment again.
The headlamp adjusting unit must be aligned at the center of
the marked reflector segment -arrow-.
The angle dimension is set on the headlamp adjusting unit.
The angle dimension -arrow- is stamped for ECE countries on
the upper edge of the headlamp -1- in %.
The standard angle dimension for the USA is 0.7%.
Note
The percentage value is based on a 10 meter projection distance.

An angle dimension of 1.0%, for example, converts to 10 cm.
Preliminary Work
Turn the light switch to low beam not to Auto.
Close all the doors and the rear lid and keep them closed for
the duration of the testing/adjusting procedure.
Procedure
Body
Note
The headlamps move into the basic setting with this program.
If the vehicle has air suspension, the suspension will move into
the air suspension normal level at the same time.

1. Headlamps 111
Audi Q7 2016
During the program, it will be asked to perform a headlamp

adjustment.
Headlamp Adjustment
Note
The image and the following description apply to the headlamp

adjusting unit. Pay attention to the Owner's Manual for the Ap
proved Headlamp Adjusting Unit . Refer to the Headlamp Adjust
ing Unit Owner's Manual.
The horizontal cut-off line must touch the cut-off line -1- on the
adjusting unit test surface.
The bend point -2- between the left horizontal part and the right
rising part of the cut-off line must run vertically through the
central mark -3-. The bright core of the light beam must be to
the right of the vertical.
To determine the bend point -2- more easily, cover and un
cover the left half of the headlamp (seen in direction of travel)
several times. Then check the low beam again.
After adjusting the low beam according to the instructions, the
center of the high beam light beam must be on the central
marking -3-.
To adjust the height of the headlamp, set the cut-off line just
above the dividing line with the adjustment screw -1-.
Then adjust the cut-off line on the dividing line, starting from
the top.
For side adjustment, turn the adjusting screw -2-.
TIP:
The right headlamp layout is a mirror image.
Vehicles with air suspension: after the headlamp adjustment
has been successful, follow the instructions on the Vehicle Di
agnostic Tester display in order to leave the air suspension
standard vehicle height.
Disconnect the diagnostic connector.
1.4 Headlamps, Calibrating

1.4.1 Matrix LED Headlamp, Calibrating using Approved
Headlamp Adjusting Unit and Vehicle Diagnostic Tester ,
page 112
1.4.1 Matrix LED Headlamp, Calibrating using

Approved Headlamp Adjusting UnitCopying
Protected by copyright. andfor private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Refer to the Owners Manual for the Approved Headlamp Adjust

ing Unit and the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

Audi Q7 2016

Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B-
Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B-
Note
Only Matrix LED headlamps must be calibrated.

The Matrix LED headlamp is calibrated. Refer to Vehicle Di
agnostic Tester .
In this procedure the low beam is set first. Then the Matrix
beam high beam function is calibrated.
Note
Software version from V 0.80 for the -VAS5209B- is required to

calibrate the Matrix beam high beam function.
The Matrix Headlamp Must Be Calibrated after the following

Work: with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Headlamp position was changed (removing and installing,

loosening and tightening the screws)
Headlamps were adjusted.
The Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera - R242- was
replaced.
The Drivetrain Control Module - J775- was calibrated or re
placed.
The Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519- was re
placed.
The Left Rear Level Control System Sensor - G76- , Right
Rear Level Control System Sensor - G77- , Left Front Level
Control System Sensor - G78- or Right Front Level Control
System Sensor - G289- was replaced.
memory.
Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A31- / Right LED
Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A27- was replaced.
Requirements
Follow the complete test and adjustment requirements. Refer
to 1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106 .
Procedure
Align the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B- at the dis
tance -a- = 100 mm to the vehicle center. Refer to the Owner's
Manual.
1. Headlamps 113
Audi Q7 2016
Check the parallel alignment of the Headlamp Adjusting Unit

- VAS5209B- to the vehicle transverse axis. To do so, align
the laser beam of the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B-
to the left and right front fender bolts -arrows-.
Push the -VAS5209B- in front of the left headlamp and check
the parallel alignment again.
To prevent glare for the other motorists, pay attention to the
exact orientation of the headlamp adjusting unit.
Calibrating
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
Body
Start the selected program and follow the instructions in the Ve
hicle Diagnostic Tester display. The low beam must be adjusted
first for this procedure. Refer to
Protected
1.3.2 by LED Headlamp, Adjusting, page 109 .
copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Further along in the program sequence a request is made to de
termine/read and to input the angle value of the inner segment

edge of the left headlamp in the headlamp adjusting unit.
Center the light collecting box lens to the headlamp reference
segment.
In the main menu of the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B-

press the F1 button -arrow- to measure the angle value.

Audi Q7 2016
Shown on display:
Push the button -arrow- for the left fog lamp for at least three
seconds.
Shown on display:
The angle values of the inner reference segment edge are
displayed.
Enter the angle value -arrow- of the inner reference segment
edge in the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester . While doing so, pay
attention to the sign if necessary.
Push the F4 button -arrow- on the Headlamp Adjusting Unit

- VAS5209B- .
edge of the right headlamp in the headlamp adjusting unit.
Align the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS5209B- at the dis

tance -a- = 100 mm (3.93 in.) to the center of the vehicle. Refer
to the Owner's Manual.
1. Headlamps 115
Audi Q7 2016
Check the parallel alignment of the -VAS5209B- to the vehicle

transverse axis. To do so, align the laser beam of the -
VAS5209B- to the left and right front fender bolts -arrows-.
Push the -VAS5209B- in front of the right headlamp and check
segment.
In the main menu of the -VAS5209B- , press the F1 button

-arrow- to measure the angle value.
Shown on display:
Push the button -arrow- for the right fog lamp for at least three
seconds.
Shown on display:
displayed.

Audi Q7 2016
Push the F4 button -arrow- on the Headlamp Adjusting Unit

- VAS5209B- .
After completing the calibration, read the DTC memory and
correct any existing faults.

Headlight Adjusting Unit - VAS621001-
Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS 621001- with software version
1.00.004
Note
Only Matrix LED headlamps must be calibrated.

The Matrix LED headlamp is calibrated. Refer to Vehicle Di
agnostic Tester .
In this procedure the low beam is set first. Then
permitted the
unless Matrixby AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
authorised
beam high beam function is calibrated. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
The Matrix Headlamp Must Be Calibrated after the following

Work:
Headlamp position was changed (removing and installing,
loosening and tightening the screws)
Headlamps were adjusted.
The Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera - R242- was
replaced.
The Drivetrain Control Module - J775- was calibrated or re
placed.
The Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519- was re
placed.
The Left Rear Level Control System Sensor - G76- , Right
Rear Level Control System Sensor - G77- , Left Front Level
Control System Sensor - G78- or Right Front Level Control
System Sensor - G289- was replaced.
memory.
Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A31- / Right LED
Headlamp Power Output Module 1 - A27- was replaced.
Requirements
Pay attention to the testing and adjustment requirements. Re
fer to 1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106 .
1. Headlamps 117
Audi Q7 2016
Procedure
Align the Headlight Adjusting Unit - VAS621001- at the dis
tance -a- = 100 mm to the vehicle center. Refer to the Owner's
Manual.
Check the parallel alignment of the -VAS621001- to the vehi

cle transverse axis by aligning the -VAS621001- laser beam
on the left and right front fender bolts -arrows-.
Push the -VAS621001- in front of the left headlamp to check
To prevent glare for the other motorists, pay attention to the
exact orientation of the headlamp adjusting unit.
Calibrating
Body
Start the selected program and follow the instructions in the Ve
hicle Diagnostic Tester display. The low beam must be adjusted
first for this procedure. Refer to
1.3.2 LED Headlamp, Adjusting, page 109 .
termine/read and to input the angle
Protected value Copying
by copyright. of the for
inner
privatesegment
or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
edge of the left headlamp in the headlamp
permitted adjusting
unless authorised by AUDI AG. unit.
segment.

Audi Q7 2016
To do so, press the OEM button -arrow- in the main menu on

the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS 621001- to start the meas
urement procedure.
Select Audi -arrow-.
Shown on display:
Press the button -arrow-.
Shown on display:
Wait a moment until the light measurement is active.
1. Headlamps 119
Audi Q7 2016
Shown on display:
displayed.
edge of the right headlamp in the headlamp adjusting unit.
Align the -VAS621001- at the distance -a- = 100 mm to the

center of the vehicle. Refer to the Owner's Manual.
Check the parallel alignment of the -VAS621001- to the vehi

cle transverse axis by aligning the -VAS621001- laser beam
on the left and right front fender bolts -arrows-.
Push the Headlamp Adjusting Unit - VAS621001- in front of
the right headlamp and check the parallel alignment again.
segment.
Shown on display:
Wait until the light measurement is complete.

Audi Q7 2016
Shown on display:
displayed.
After completing the calibration, read the DTC memory and
correct any existing faults.
1.5 Left and Right Front Turn Signal Bulb -

M5- / -M7- , Removing and Installing
This procedure description only refers to the HID headlamp.
Removing
CAUTION
When the headlamps are switched on, the HID headlamp com
ponents marked with the yellow high-voltage symbol are under
high voltage. Electric shock may occur if components are con
tacted.
Never touch the components marked with the yellow high-
voltage symbols when the lighting is switched on.
When performing procedures, switch off the ignition and all
the vehicle.
Remove the headlamp cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep.

Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper .
Turn the housing cover -1- counter-clockwise in direction of authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
permitted unless
-arrow- and remove it from the headlamp housing. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
1. Headlamps 121
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the bulb socket -1- from the housing -2-.

Remove the bulb -4- from the bulb socket -3-.
Installing
Install the new bulb. Be careful not to touch the bulb glass with
bare hands.
Close the housing cover clockwise.
1.6 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp

and Position Lamp LED Module -L176- /
-L177- , Removing and Installing
Removing
CAUTION
tacted. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Never touch the componentswith respectmarked with the
to the correctness yellowinhigh-
of information this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
the vehicle.

page 102 .

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the LED module -2- from the headlamp housing -4-.
Disconnect the connector -5- by pressing the release buttons
in direction of -arrows-.
Installing
Check the seal -arrow- for damage. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Pay attention to the installation of the seal -arrow- must be

positioned on the headlamp housing.

Refer to
1.7 Left and Right Front Fog Lamp Bulb -

L22- / -L23- , Removing and Installing
Removing
CAUTION
tacted.
the vehicle.
Remove the headlamp cover. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep.

Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper .
1. Headlamps 123
Audi Q7 2016
Turn the housing cover -1- counter-clockwise in direction of

-arrow- and remove it from the headlamp housing.
Remove the bulb -1- from the spring clips -arrows-.
Disconnect the connector -2- from the bulb.

Installing
Insert the new bulb in the socket. Do not touch the bulb glass
with bare hands.
Close the housing cover clockwise.
1.8 Left and Right HID Headlamp Bulb -

The HID headlamp bulb is integrated in the HID headlamp control
module. It cannot be replaced alone.
Removing
CAUTION
tacted.
the vehicle.

Wheel Housing Liner, Removing and Installing . Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Remove the Left Light Control Module - J1018- or Right Light
Control Module - J1023- . Refer to
1.9.2 Left and Right Light Control Module J1018 / J1023 ,

Audi Q7 2016

Unclip the connector from the control module for the light from
the housing cover -1- to do so press the four tabs. Remove the
housing cover -1-.
Turn the HID headlamp bulb -2- counter-clockwise in direction

of -arrow- and remove it from the housing.
Installing
Insert the new HID headlamp bulb into the housing. Do not
touch the bulb glass with bare hands while doing so.
Installation position: the electrical connection points down
ward.
Refer to
1.9 Headlamp Power Output Module, Re

1.9.1 Right and Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module 1
A27 / A31 , Removing and Installing, page 125
1.9.2 Left and Right Light Control Module J1018 / J1023 , Re
1.9.1 Right and Left LED Headlamp Power
Output Module 1 -A27- / -A31- , Remov
ing and Installing
Removing
page 102 .
1. Headlamps 125
Audi Q7 2016

Remove the power output module -1-.
To disconnect push the connector tab -4-, pivot the retaining
bracket -5- upward and remove the connector.
Installing
Check the seal -2- for damage.
Refer to
1.9.2 Left and Right Light Control ModuleProtected

- by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
J1018- / -J1023- , Removing and Instal
ling
Removing
Remove the left or right headlamp cover. Refer to Body
Exterior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper .
Remove the power output module -1-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
1.10 Left and Right Headlamp Beam Adjust

ment Motor -V48- / -V49- , Removing
and Installing
Removing
CAUTION
tacted.
the vehicle.
permittedunless
Remove
authorisedthe front
by AUDI AG.wheel
AUDI AGhousing liner front
to
does not guarantee section.
or accept Refer
any liability


housing cover -1-.
Pry out the height adjusting screw -3- in the direction of

-arrow A-.
The height adjustment -3- must be replaced.
Turn the adjustment motor -2- counter-clockwise in direction
of -arrow B- and tilt it downward. This disengages the ball head
upward from the ball head mount.
Remove the adjustment motor.
Installing
Insert the adjusting axle ball head into the lamp unit ball socket
in the headlamp from above, to do so push the lamp unit to
ward the rear.
1. Headlamps 127
Audi Q7 2016
Check the seal -1- on the height adjusting screw -2- for dam
age.
Close the housing cover and tighten the bolts.
Adjust the headlamp. Refer to
1.3 Headlamp, Adjusting, page 106 .
1.11 Headlamp Fan, Removing and Installing

1.11.1 Left and Right Headlamp Fan V407 / V408 , Removing
1.11.2 Left and Right Headlamp Fan 2 V463 / V464 , Removing
1.11.1 Left and Right Headlamp Fan -V407- / -

V408- , Removing and Installing
Removing
housing cover -1-.
Press the release button and disconnect
permitted the byconnector
unless authorised -1-.
AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Turn the fan -2- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow- and
remove.
Installing
Refer to

Audi Q7 2016
1.11.2 Left and Right Headlamp Fan 2 -V463- /

-V464- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the power output module 1 for LED headlamp. Refer
to
1.9.1 Right and Left LED Headlamp Power Output Module
1 A27 / A31 , Removing and Installing, page 125 .
Remove the bolts -arrows-, remove the mount -1- at the same
time guide out the wiring harness -2-.
Turn the fan -1- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow- and
remove.
Press the release button and disconnect the connector -2-.

Installing
Refer to
1.12 Headlamps, Changing from RHD to
LHD
If the vehicle is driven in countries where the traffic drives on the
other side of the road than where it is normally driven, no actions
must be performed.
1.13 Headlamp, Changing from LHD to RHD

If the vehicle is driven in countries where the traffic drives on the
other side of the road than where it is normally driven, no actions
must be performed.
1. Headlamps 129
Audi Q7 2016
2 Daytime Running Lamps

2.2 Overview - Signature Lighting, page 130
2.3 Signature Lighting, Removing and Installing, page 131
2.4 Left and Right Signature Lighting Bulb L275 / L276 , Re
2.1 Left and Right Daytime Running Lamp

and Position Lamp LED Module -L176- /
-L177- , Removing and Installing
Refer to
2.2 Overview - Signature Lighting
1 - Bolt
3.5 Nm
Quantity: 3
2 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
Quantity: 2
3 - Signature Lighting Bulb
Left Signature Lighting
Bulb - L275- , Right Sig
nature Lighting Bulb -
L276-
Removingpermittedand Instal
ling. Refer to to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
with respect
2.4 Left and Right
Signature Lighting Bulb
and Installing,
page 131 .
4 - Signature Lighting
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
2.3 Signature Light
ing, Removing and In
stalling, page 131 .
5 - Bumper Cover

Audi Q7 2016
2.3 Signature Lighting, Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Left side: remove the bumper cover. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover, Removing and
Installing .
Right side: remove the air intake grille. Refer to Body Ex
terior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Overview - Bumper Cover .
Vehicles with ACC: remove the control module for the adaptive
cruise control. Refer to
5.2 Control Module for Adaptive Cruise Control, Removing
Remove the signature lighting -2-.
Installing
Refer to 2.2 Overview - Signature Lighting, page 130
2.4 Left and Right Signature Lighting Bulb -
Removing
Remove the signature lighting. Refer to
2.3 Signature Lighting, Removing and Installing,
page 131 .
Remove the signature lighting bulb -1-.
Installing
Refer to 2.2 Overview - Signature Lighting, page 130
2. Daytime Running Lamps 131

Audi Q7 2016
3 Side Marker Lamp

3.1 Overview - Side Marker Lamp, page 132
3.2 Rear Side Marker Lamp Bulb, Removing and Installing,
page 133
3.1 Overview - Side Marker Lamp
1 - Tail Lamp
Catalog.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
7.3 Tail Lamp, Re
page 143 .
2 - Rear Side Marker Lamp
Bulb
Left Rear Side Marker
Lamp Bulb - M37-
Right Rear Side Marker
Lamp Bulb - M38-
12V, 3 W (W3W)
3.2 Rear Side Marker
Lamp Bulb, Removing
and Installing,
page 133 .
3 - Bulb Socket
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.1 Headlamp
5 - Front Side Marker Lamp
Bulb
Left Front Side Marker
Lamp Bulb - M33-
Right Front Side Marker
Lamp Bulb - M34-
Cannot be replaced
separately
If faulty replace the headlamp housing
6 - Bolt
Tightening specification -Item 18- Item 18 (page 141) .
7 - Cap
For bolt
In the bumper cover

Audi Q7 2016
3.2 Rear Side Marker Lamp Bulb, Remov

ing and Installing
Removing
Remove the tail lamp. Refer to
7.3 Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 143 .
Turn the socket -1- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow-
and remove it from the tail lamp.
Installing
Insert new bulbs in the bulb socket. Do not touch the bulb glass
with bare hands.
Secure the socket by turning it clockwise.
3. Side Marker Lamp 133

Audi Q7 2016
4 Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror

4.1 Overview - Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror,
page 134
4.2 Turn Signal, Removing and Installing, page 135
4.1 Overview - Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror
1 - Mirror Glass
2 - Bolt
Quantity: 4
tion. Refer to Body
Exterior Rearview Mir
ror; Overview - Exterior
Rearview Mirror .
3 - Mirror Trim
4 - Bolt
0.9 Nm
Quantity: 2
5 - Exterior Rearview Mirror
6 - Exterior Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal
With Driver Exterior
Rearview Mirror Turn
Signal Bulb - L131-
With Front Passenger permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Exterior Rearview Mir with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
ror Turn Signal Bulb -
L132-
The entire exterior rear
view mirror turn signal
must be replaced if an
LED is faulty.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
4.2 Turn Signal, Re
page 135 .
7 - Mirror Cap

Audi Q7 2016
4.2 Turn Signal, Removing and Installing

Removing
Remove the mirror cap. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
66 ; Exterior Rearview Mirror; Mirror Cap, Removing and In
stalling .
Disconnect the connector -2- for the turn signal -1-.

Release the retainers -arrows- and remove the turn signal
-2- from the exterior rearview mirror -1-.
Installing
The entire exterior rearview mirror turn signal must be re
placed if an LED is faulty.
Refer to
4.1 Overview - Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror,
page 134
4. Lamps in Exterior Rearview Mirror 135

Audi Q7 2016
5 Exterior Door Handle Lamps

5.1 Overview - Exterior Door Handle Lamps, page 136
5.2 Exterior Door Handle Illumination Bulb, Removing and In
stalling, page 137
5.1 Overview - Exterior Door Handle Lamps
1 - Exterior Door Handle Illu

mination Bulb
Front exterior door handle
Left Front Exterior Door
HandleProtected
Illumination
Bulb - L162-
Right Front Exterior

Door Handle Illumina

tion Bulb - L163-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Front Exterior Door
Handle Illumination
Bulb L162 / L163 , Re
page 137 .
Rear exterior door handle
Left Rear Exterior Door
Handle Illumination
Bulb - L168-
Right Rear Exterior
tion Bulb - L169-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Rear Exterior Door Han
dle Illumination Bulb
and Installing,
page 137 .
2 - Exterior Door Handle
3 - Connector
4 - Wiring Guide

Audi Q7 2016
5.2 Exterior Door Handle Illumination Bulb,

5.2.1 Left and Right Front Exterior Door Handle Illumination
Bulb L162 / L163 , Removing and Installing, page 137
5.2.2 Left and Right Rear Exterior Door Handle Illumination
Bulb L168 / L169 , Removing and Installing, page 137
5.2.1 Left and Right Front Exterior Door Han

dle Illumination Bulb -L162- / -L163- ,
T-Handle Hook - 3438-
Removing
Remove the exterior door handle. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 57 ; Door Components; Door Handle, Removing and
Installing .
Release the retaining tabs in direction of -arrows A- and re
move the connector -2-.
Carefully release the retaining hooks in direction of
-arrows B- using a small screwdriver and remove the wiring
guide -1-.
If it is not possible to remove the exterior door handle illumi
nation bulb on a vehicle with keyless entry because the wires
are twisted, then release the tabs in direction of -arrows C- and
remove the connector -3-.
Release the bulb -1- on the exterior door handle -2- using the
T-Handle Hook - 3438- .
Remove the bulb from the exterior door handle in direction of
-arrow-.
Installing
The entire exterior door handle illumination
permitted bulbbymust
unless authorised AUDI AG.be AUDI
re AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
placed if the LED is faulty. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
5.2.2 Left and Right Rear Exterior Door Han

dle Illumination Bulb -L168- / -L169- ,
5. Exterior Door Handle Lamps 137

Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Installing .
Release the retaining tabs in direction of -arrows A- and re
move the connector -2-.
Carefully release the retaining hooks in direction of
-arrows B- using a small screwdriver and remove the wiring
guide -1-.
If it is not possible to remove the exterior door handle illumi
nation bulb on a vehicle with keyless entry because the wires
are twisted, then release the tabs -arrows C- and remove the
connector -3-.
Release the bulb -1- on the exterior door handle -2- using the
-3438- .
Remove the bulb from the exterior door handle in direction of
-arrow-.
Installing
The entire exterior door handle illumination bulb must be re
placed if the LED is faulty.

Audi Q7 2016
6 Sill Panel Strip Lamps

6.1 Overview - Entry Lamp, page 139
6.1 Overview - Entry Lamp
1 - Driver Side Sill Panel Strip

Ambient Lighting Lamp -
W102-
Integrated in the sill pan
el
Cannot be replaced
separately
Replace the sill panel
when faulty. Refer to
Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
66 ; Molding/Trim/Ex
tensions/Trim Panels;
Sill Panel Trim, Remov
ing and Installing .
2 - Front Passenger Side Sill
Panel Strip Ambient Lighting
Lamp - W103-
el
Cannot be replaced
separately
when faulty. Refer to
Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
66 ; Molding/Trim/Ex
tensions/Trim Panels;
Sill Panel Trim, Remov
3 - Front Passenger Side Rear
Side Sill Panel Strip Ambient
Lighting Lamp - W104-
el
Cannot be replaced
separately
when faulty. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 66 ; Molding/Trim/Extensions/Trim Panels; Sill Panel
Trim, Removing and Installing .
4 - Driver Side Rear Side Sill Panel Strip Ambient Lighting Lamp - W105-
Integrated in the sill panel
Cannot be replaced separately
Replace the sill panel when faulty. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 66 ; Molding/Trim/Extensions/
Trim Panels; Sill Panel Trim, Removing and Installing .
6. Sill Panel Strip Lamps 139

Audi Q7 2016
7 Tail Lamps
7.1 Overview - Body Tail Lamps, page 140
7.2 Overview - Rear Lid Tail Lamps, page 142
7.3 Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 143
7.4 Rear Lid Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 144
7.5 Bulb Holder, Removing and Installing, page 144
7.6 Rear Lid - Closed - Sensor 1 and 2 G525 / G526 , Removing
7.1 Overview - Body Tail Lamps
1 - Tail Lamp
Catalog.
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
7.3 Tail Lamp, Re
page 143 .
2 - Brake and Tail Lamp Bulb
Left Brake/Tail Lamp
Bulb 3 - M82-
Right Brake/Tail Lamp
Bulb 3 - M83-
12 V, 16 W (W16W)
Bulb, Replacing. Refer
to
7.5.1 Bumper Cover
Tail Lamp Bulbs, Re
page 144 .
3 - Gasket
Replace if damaged.
4 - Rear Turn Signal Bulb
Left Rear Turn Signal
Bulb 2 - M80-
Right Rear Turn Signal
Bulb 2 - M81-
12 V, 21 W
Bulb, Replacing. Refer
to
7.5.1 Bumper Cover
Tail Lamp Bulbs, Re
moving and Installing, Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
page 144 . with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
5 - Gasket
Replace if damaged.
6 - Bulb Socket
7 - Bulb Socket
8 - Gasket
Replace if damaged.

Audi Q7 2016
9 - Bulb Socket
10 - Bulb Socket
11 - Lock Carrier Trim Panel
Removing and installing. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim Panels;
Lock Carrier Trim Panel, Removing and Installing
12 - Rear Lid - Closed - Sensor
Rear Lid -Closed- Sensor 1 - G525-
Rear Lid -Closed- Sensor 2 - G526-
7.6 Rear Lid - Closed - Sensor 1 and 2 G525 / G526 , Removing and Installing, page 145 .
13 - Bolt
0.9 Nm
Quantity: 2
14 - Gasket
Replace if damaged.
15 - Rear Fog Lamp Bulb
Left Rear Fog Lamp Bulb - L46-
Right Rear Fog Lamp Bulb - L47-
12 V, 16 W (W16W)
7.5.1 Bumper Cover Tail Lamp Bulbs, Removing and Installing, page 144 .
16 - Back-Up Lamp Bulb
Left Back-Up Lamp Bulb - M16-
Right Back-Up Lamp Bulb - M17-
12 V, 16 W (W16W)
7.5.1 Bumper Cover Tail Lamp Bulbs, Removing and Installing, page 144 .
17 - Anti-Twist Mechanism
For bolt
18 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
19 - Cap
For bolt
In the bumper cover
7. Tail Lamps 141

Audi Q7 2016
7.2 Overview - Rear Lid Tail Lamps
1 - Tail Lamp
In the rear lid
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
7.4 Rear Lid Tail
Lamp, Removing and
2 - Seal
Replace if damaged.
3 - Nut
and sequence. Refer to
Fig. Tightening
quence for the Tail
Lamps , page 143 .
4 - Grommet
5 - Seal
Replace if damaged.
Tightening specification permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
and sequence. Refer to with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Fig. Tightening
quence for the Tail
Lamps , page 143 .
7 - Grommet
8 - Seal
Replace if damaged.
Self-adhesive
9 - Nut
and sequence. Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification and Sequence for the Tail Lamps , page 143 .
10 - Seal
Replace if damaged.
11 - Seal
Self-adhesive
Replace if damaged.

Audi Q7 2016
Tightening Specification and Sequence for the Tail Lamps

Tighten the nuts for the tail lamps to 3.5 Nm and in the se
quence -1, 2 and 3-.
7.3 Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing

Removing
Turn the light switch to position 0.
To protect the paint in the area around the cap, tape it off with
a soft cloth.
Push the upper cap -2- on the outside inward in direction of
-arrow-.
Remove the cap and let it hang.
Pivot the tail lamp -1- on the inside of the bumper cover -2-
slightly outward in direction of -arrow A- and remove from the
outside from the bumper cover in direction of -arrow B-.
Disconnect the connector.
Installing
7. Tail Lamps 143

Audi Q7 2016
First insert the tail lamp -2- on the outside in the bumper cover
-3-. The guide -1- must engage in the mount -arrow- while do
ing so.
Tighten the bolt.
Push the cap -4- until it engages audibly in the bumper cover.
Refer to 7.1 Overview - Body Tail Lamps, page 140
7.4 Rear Lid Tail Lamp, Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Remove the rear lid lower trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Remove the grommets -1-.
Remove the tail lamp.
Installing
Check the self-adhesive seal -1- and spacer -3- on the tail
lamp -2- for damage.
A damaged or incorrectly attached seal must be replaced.
TIP
Water can get into the vehicle interior due to a damaged or in
correctly attached seal.
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification and Sequence for the Tail
Lamps , page 143 Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
7.5 Bulb Holder, Removing and Installing

7.5.1 Bumper Cover Tail Lamp Bulbs, Removing and Instal
ling, page 144
7.5.1 Bumper Cover Tail Lamp Bulbs, Re

Removing
Remove the tail lamp. Refer to
7.3 Tail Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 143 .

Audi Q7 2016
Turn the socket -1- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow-

and remove it from the tail lamp.
Installing
Insert new bulbs in the bulb socket. Do not touch the bulb glass
with bare hands.
Secure the socket by turning it clockwise.
7.6 Rear Lid - Closed - Sensor 1 and 2 - with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
G525- / -G526- , Removing and Instal

ling
Removing
Remove the lock carrier trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim Panels; Lock Car
rier Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .
Remove the rear lid - closed - sensor -1-.
Installing
Refer to 7.1 Overview - Body Tail Lamps, page 140
7. Tail Lamps 145

Audi Q7 2016
8 High-Mounted Brake Lamp

8.1 Overview - High-Mounted Brake Lamp, page 146
8.2 High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb, Removing and Installing,
page 146
8.1 Overview - High-Mounted Brake Lamp
1 - High-Mounted Brake Lamp

High-Mounted Brake Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Lamp Bulb - M25- permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
8.2 High-Mounted
Brake Lamp Bulb, Re
page 146 .
2 - Spring Nut
3 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
4 - Spring Nut
5 - Bolt
2.5 Nm
8.2 High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb, Re

Removing
Remove the roof spoiler. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
66 ; Spoiler; Spoiler, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016

Pivot the high-mounted brake lamp -1- on the right side out of
the roof spoiler -2- in direction of -arrow- and guide out the
wiring harness -3-.
Installing
Refer to
8.1 Overview - High-Mounted Brake Lamp, page 146
8. High-Mounted Brake Lamp 147

Audi Q7 2016
9 License Plate Lamp

9.1 Left and Right License Plate Lamp X4 / X5 , Removing and
Installing, page 148
9.1 Left and Right License Plate Lamp -X4- /

-X5- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the license plate lamp -3- from the rear lid by posi
tioning a screwdriver -1- at the slit -2- and sliding it in the
The entire license plate lamp must be replaced if an LED is
faulty.
Insert the license plate lamp into the opening and engage on
the opposite side.

Audi Q7 2016
10 Access/Start Authorization
10.1 Component Location Overview - Access/Start Authoriza
tion System, page 149
10.2 Component Location Overview - Keyless Access Author
ization System, page 150
10.3 Overview - Exterior Door Handle for Keyless Access Au
thorization System, page 152
10.4 Front Exterior Door Handle Switch, Removing and Instal
ling, page 153
10.5 Rear Exterior Door Handle Switch, Removing and Instal
ling, page 154
10.6 Access/Start System Antenna 1 in Vehicle Interior R138 ,
10.7 Access/Start System Antenna in Luggage Compartment
R137 , Removing and Installing, page 155
10.8 Left and Right Access/Start Authorization Antenna R200 /
R201 , Removing and Installing, page 156
10.1 Component Location Overview - Access/Start Authorization System
1 - Ignition Key
2 - Access/Start System An
tenna 1 in Vehicle Interior -
R138-
With emergency trans
ponder sensor
Component location
overview. Refer to
10.2 Component Lo
cation Overview - Key
less Access Authoriza
tion System,
page 150 .
3 - Storage Compartment
In center console
4 - Bracket
For access/start system
antenna in luggage
compartment
tenna In Luggage Compart
ment - R137-
Component location
overview. Refer to
10.2 Component Lo
cation Overview - Key
less Access Authoriza
with tion System,

page 150 .
6 - Comfort System Central
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
10. Access/Start Authorization 149

Audi Q7 2016
Central Locking; Com

fort System Central Control Module - J393- , Removing and Installing .
7 - Mount
For the comfort system central control module
8 - Access/Start Authorization Button - E408-
2.22 Access/Start Authorization Button E408 , Removing and Installing, page 217 .
10.2 Component Location Overview - Key

less Access Authorization System
10.2.1 Component Location Overview - Front Keyless Access
Authorization System, page 150
10.2.2 Component Location Overview - Rear Keyless Access
Authorization System, page 151
10.2.1 Component Location Overview - Front Keyless Access Authorization Sys

tem permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
tenna 1 in Vehicle Interior -
R138-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
10.6 Access/Start
System Antenna 1 in
Vehicle Interior R138 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 155 .
2 - Storage Compartment
In center console
3 - Front Passenger Side Ex
terior Door Handle
With Right Front Exteri
or Door Handle Touch
Sensor - G606-
Overview. Refer to
10.3 Overview - Ex
terior Door Handle for
Keyless Access Author
ization System,
page 152 .
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
fort System Central
Control Module - J393- ,
Removing and Instal
ling .
5 - Bracket
For the comfort system
central control module

Audi Q7 2016
6 - Driver Side Exterior Door Handle

With Left Front Exterior Door Handle Touch Sensor - G605-
Overview. Refer to
10.3 Overview - Exterior Door Handle for Keyless Access Authorization System, page 152 .
10.2.2 Component Location Overview - Rear Keyless Access Authorization Sys

tem
1 - Bracket
For the comfort system
central control module
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
fort System Central
Removing and Instal
ling .
3 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
4 - Left Access/Start Authori
zation Antenna - R200-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
10.8 Left and Right
Access/Start Authoriza
tion Antenna R200 /
R201 , Removing and
5 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
6 - Door Inner Cover
7 - Rear Driver Side Exterior
Door Handle
With the Left Rear Exte
rior Door Handle Touch
Sensor - G417- Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Overview. Refer to permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
10.3 Overview - Ex
terior Door Handle for Keyless Access Authorization System, page 152 .
8 - Rear Passenger Side Exterior Door Handle
With the Right Rear Exterior Door Handle Touch Sensor - G418-
Overview. Refer to
10.3 Overview - Exterior Door Handle for Keyless Access Authorization System, page 152 .
9 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
10 - Right Access/Start Authorization Antenna - R201-
10.8 Left and Right Access/Start Authorization Antenna R200 / R201 , Removing and Installing, page
156 .

Audi Q7 2016
11 - Bolt
1.5 Nm
12 - Door Inner Cover
13 - Access/Start System Antenna In Luggage Compartment - R137-
10.7 Access/Start System Antenna in Luggage Compartment R137 , Removing and Installing, page
155 .
14 - Bracket
For access/start system antenna in luggage compartment
10.3 Overview - Exterior Door Handle for Keyless Access Authorization System
1 - Connector
2 - Left Front Exterior Door
Handle Touch Sensor
In the exterior door han
dle
Front door:
Left Front Exterior Door
Handle Touch Sensor -
G605- , Right Front Ex
terior Door Handle
Touch Sensor - G606-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
10.4 Front Exterior
Door Handle Switch,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 153 .
Rear door:
Left Rear Outside Door
Handle Touch Sensor -
G417- , Right Rear Out
side Door handle Touch
Sensor - G418-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
10.5 Rear Exterior
Door Handle Switch,
Removing
Protected and Instal
ling,
permitted page
unless 154by.AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
authorised
3 - Anti-Theft Cover
For the door lock
4 - Door Lock
5 - Mounting Bracket
6 - Lock Cylinder
Only driver side
7 - Cap
Driver side for the lock cylinder
Front passenger side, closed version
8 - Exterior Door Handle

Audi Q7 2016
10.4 Front Exterior Door Handle Switch, Re

Removing
Installing .
Open the tabs in direction of -arrows A- and remove the con
nector -3-.
Carefully release the hooks in direction of -arrows B- using a
small screwdriver and remove the wiring guide.
1 and 2 - Ignore
Remove the front exterior door handle illumination bulb, if
equipped. Refer to
5.2.1 Left and Right Front Exterior Door Handle Illumination
Bulb L162 / L163 , Removing and Installing, page 137 .
Unlock the cover -1- on the exterior door handle -2- using the
Remove the cover from the exterior door handle in direction of
-arrow-.
Position a large stabile screwdriver on the exterior door handle
as shown.
Remove the exterior door handle touch sensor toward the front
and out of the retainer on the exterior door handle with force.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the exterior door handle touch sensor from the han
dle.
Installing
Slide the exterior door handle touch sensor in until it audibly
engages.
10.5 Rear Exterior Door Handle Switch, Re

Removing
Installing .
Open the tabs in direction of -arrows A- and remove
Protected the con
nector -3-. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Carefully release the hooks in direction of -arrows B- using a
small screwdriver and remove the wiring guide.
1 and 2 - Ignore
Remove the rear exterior door handle illumination bulb, if
equipped. Refer to
5.2.2 Left and Right Rear Exterior Door Handle Illumination
Bulb L168 / L169 , Removing and Installing, page 137 .

Audi Q7 2016
Unlock the cover -1- on the exterior door handle -2- using the
Remove the cover from the exterior door handle in direction of
-arrow-.
Position a large stabile screwdriver on the exterior door handle

as shown.
Remove the exterior door handle touch sensor toward the front
and out of the retainer onProtected
the exterior door
by copyright. handle
Copying with
for private force. purposes, in part or in whole, is not
or commercial
Remove the rear exterior door handleto thetouch sensor from inthe
with respect correctness of information this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
handle.
Installing
Slide the rear exterior door handle touch sensor in until it en
gages audibly.
10.6 Access/Start System Antenna 1 in Ve

hicle Interior - R138- , Removing and
Installing
Removing
Remove the center console. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Center Console, Removing and In
stalling .
Release the locking mechanism in direction of -arrow- and re
move the antenna -1- from the mount.
Installing
10.7 Access/Start System Antenna in Lug

gage Compartment - R137- , Removing
and Installing
Removing
Remove the lock carrier trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim Panels; Lock Car
rier Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Release the locking mechanism in direction of -arrow- and re

move the antenna -1- from the mount -2-.
Installing
10.8 Left and Right Access/Start Authoriza

tion Antenna -R200- / -R201- , Remov
ing and Installing
Removing
Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Rear Door Trim Panels; Rear Door Trim Panel,
Remove bolts -arrows- and remove the antenna -1-.
Installing
Refer to
10.2 Component Location Overview - Keyless Access Au
thorization System, page 150

Audi Q7 2016
11 Steering Column Switch Module

11.1 Overview - Steering Column Switch Module, page 157
11.2 Steering Column Switch Module, Removing and Instal
ling, page 157
11.1 Overview - Steering Column Switch Module
1 - Steering Column
2 - Steering Column Switch
Module
With the following inte
grated components:
Turn Signal Switch - E2-
Windshield Wiper Intermit
tent Mode Switch - E22-
Cruise Control Switch - Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
E45- permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Steering Column Electron
ics Control Module - J527-
Airbag Spiral Spring/Return
Spring with Slip Ring -
F138-
Steering Angle Sensor -
G85-
The components cannot
be replaced separately.
If faulty replace a com
ponent of the switch
module
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
11.2 Steering Col
umn Switch Module,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 157 .
3 - Transportation Protection
Remove before instal
ling the steering wheel
4 - Locking Ring
5 - Bolt
4 Nm
6 - Bolt
Tightening specification. Refer to Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr. 48 ; Steering Column;
Overview - Steering Column .
11.2 Steering Column Switch Module, Re

11. Steering Column Switch Module 157

Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Suspension, Wheels,
Steering; Rep. Gr. 48 ; Steering Wheel; Steering Wheel, Re
Remove the steering column trim panels. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Storage Compartments and Covers;
Overview - Steering Column Trim Panel .
Remove the steering column switch module -3-.
Installing
Refer to
11.1 Overview - Steering Column Switch Module,
page 157

Audi Q7 2016
12 Parking Aid
12.1 Overview - Parking Aid, page 159
12.2 Front Parking Aid Warning Buzzer H22 , Removing and
12.3 Rear Parking Aid Warning Buzzer H15 , Removing and
12.4 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page
162
12.5 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page
163
12.1 Overview - Parking Aid

12.1.1 Overview - Front Parking Aid, page 159
12.1.2 Overview - Rear Parking Aid, page 160
12.1.1 Overview - Front Parking Aid
1 - Right Front Parking Aid

Sensor - G252-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
12.4 Front Parking
Aid Sensor, Removing
and Installing,
page 162 .
2 - Right Front Center Parking
Aid Sensor - G253-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
12.4 Front Parking
and Installing,
page 162 .
3 - Parking Aid Button - E266-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.9 Buttons in Instru
ment Panel, Removing
and Installing,
page 209 .
4 - Front Parking Aid Warning
Buzzer - H22-
Removing and instal

ling. Refer to
12.2 Front Parking
Aid Warning Buzzer
H22 , Removing and In
5 - Driver Side Instrument Pan
el Cover
6 - Vehicle Electrical System
Component location
overview. Refer to 2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules, page 286 .
12. Parking Aid 159

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Bracket
For vehicle electrical system control module
8 - Left Front Parking Aid Sensor - G255-
12.4 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 162 .
9 - Left Front Center Parking Aid Sensor - G254-
12.4 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 162 .
12.1.2 Overview - Rear Parking Aid
1 - Left Rear Center Parking

Aid Sensor - G204-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
12.5 Rear Parking
and Installing,
page 163 .
2 - Left Rear Parking Aid Sen
sor - G203-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
12.5 Rear Parking
and Installing,
page 163 .
3 - Bracket
For vehicle electrical
system control module
Component location
overview. Refer to
2.1 Component Lo
cation Overview - Con
trol Modules,
page 286 .
5 - Expanding Clip
6 - Rear Parking Aid Warning
Buzzer - H15-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
12.3 Rear Parking
Aid Warning Buzzer
H15 , Removing and In
7 - Expanding Clip Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
8 - Right Rear Center Parking Aid Sensor - G205-

12.5 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 163 .
9 - Right Rear Parking Aid Sensor - G206-
12.5 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 163 .

Audi Q7 2016
12.2 Front Parking Aid Warning Buzzer -

H22- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the driver side instrument panel cover. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Storage Compartments and Cov
ers; Driver Side Instrument Panel Cover, Removing and In
stalling .
Remove the front parking aid warning buzzer -2-.
Installing
12.3 Rear Parking Aid Warning Buzzer -

H15- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the D-pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; D-Pillar Trim Panel, Re
Remove the buzzer -2- with the expanding clips.
Installing
12. Parking Aid 161

Audi Q7 2016
12.4 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing

and Installing
12.4.1 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing,
page 162
12.4.2 Front Parking Aid Sensors, Removing and Installing,
Audi Q7 S-line, page 162
12.4.1 Front Parking Aid Sensor, Removing

and Installing
Removing
Exterior Sensors
Press both tabs in direction of -arrows- to the side and press
the sensor -1- inward from the outside.
Interior Sensors
Remove the bumper cover end plate. Refer to Body Exte
rior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Overview - Bumper Cover .
Press both tabs to the side in direction of -arrows- and at the
same time, push the sensor -3- through from the outside to
ward the inside.
Disconnect the connector -2- by sliding the retainer -1- back
and pressing the release down.
If the sensor cannot be removed as described, then the front
bumper must be removed. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing .
Installing
12.4.2 Front Parking Aid Sensors, Removing

and Installing, Audi Q7 S-line
Removing
Exterior Sensors

Audi Q7 2016
Release the catches in direction of -arrows- and mount -4-.

Disconnect the connector -2- by sliding the retainer back and
pressing the release down.
Press the retainers -3 and 5- to the side and at the same time,
push the sensor -1- through from the outside toward the inside.
Interior Sensors
Remove the bumper cover end plate. Refer to Body Exte
rior; Rep. Gr. 63 ; Front Bumper; Overview - Bumper Cover .

ward the inside.
If the sensor cannot be removed as described, then the front
bumper must be removed. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
63 ; Front Bumper; Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing .
Installing
12.5 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing

and Installing
12.5.1 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, Ve
hicles without Trailer Hitch, page 163
12.5.2 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing and Installing, Ve
hicles with Trailer Hitch, page 164
12.5.1 Rear Parking Aid Sensor, Removing

and Installing, Vehicles without Trailer
Hitch
Removing
Exterior Sensors
with
Reachrespectbehind the bumper
to the correctness cover
of information and
in this expand
document. both
Copyright tabsAG.
by AUDI in di
rection of -arrows- while pushing the sensor -3- from the
outside toward the inside at the same time.
Interior Sensors
12. Parking Aid 163

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the bolts in direction of -arrows- on the lower section

of the bumper cover.
ward the inside.

Installing
12.5.2 Rear Parking Aid Sensor,

authorised by Removing
permitted unless AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
and Installing, Vehicles with Trailer

Hitch
Removing
Exterior Sensors
Reach behind the bumper cover and expand both tabs in di
Interior Sensors:
CAUTION
Risk of leg injury by releasing the trailer hitch.
Stay outside of the ball head swivel range.
Drive out the ball head from the trailer hitch. Refer to the Ve
hicles Owner's Manual.

Audi Q7 2016
Reach through the opening and push both tabs to the side
-arrows- while pushing the sensor -3- from the outside toward
the inside at the same time.
Installing
12. Parking Aid 165

Audi Q7 2016
13 Parallel Parking Assist

13.1 Overview - Parallel Parking Assist, page 166
13.2 Front Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 167
13.3 Rear Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 167
13.1 Overview - Parallel Parking Assist
1 - Left Front Parallel Parking

Assistance Sensor - G568-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
13.2 Front Sensor,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 167 .
2 - Right Front Parallel Parking
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
13.2 Front Sensor,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 167 .
3 - Parallel Parking Assistance
Button - E581-
A component of the
Control Unit 1 for Driving
and Convenience Func Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
tions - E791- permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.9.2 Buttons in In
strument Panel, Re
and Convenience Func
tions E791 ,
page 210 .
4 - Right Rear Parallel Parking
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
13.3 Rear Sensor,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 167 .
5 - Left Rear Parallel Parking
Removing and installing. Refer to 13.3 Rear Sensor, Removing and Installing, page 167 .
6 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519-
Component location overview. Refer to
2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules, page 286 .
7 - Bracket
For vehicle electrical system control module

Audi Q7 2016
13.2 Front Sensor, Removing and Installing

Removing
Press both tabs in direction of -arrows- to the side and press
the sensor -1- inward from the outside.
Disconnect the connector -2- by sliding the retainer -3- toward
the rear and pressing the release down.
Installing
13.3 Rear Sensor, Removing and Installing

Removing
Reach behind the bumper cover and expand both tabs in di
Disconnect the connector -2- by sliding the retainer -3- toward
the rear and pressing the release down.
Installing
13. Parallel Parking Assist 167

Audi Q7 2016
14 Automatic Headlamp Range Control

14.1 Overview - Automatic Headlamp Range Control,
page 168
14.1 Overview - Automatic Headlamp Range Control
1 - Left Front Level Control

System Sensor - G78-
Component location:
On the front control arm
Only for vehicles with
LED Matrix headlamps
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Suspen
sion, Wheels, Steering;
Rep. Gr. 43 ; Level Con
trol System Sensor;
Left/Right Front Level
Control System Sensor
-G78- / -G289- , Remov
2 - Headlamp Beam Adjust
ment Motor
Left Headlamp Beam
Adjustment Motor -
V48- , Right Headlamp
Beam Adjustment Motor
- V49-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.10 Left and Right
Headlamp Beam Ad
justment Motor V48 /
V49 , Removing and In
3 - Left Rear Level Control Sys
tem Sensor - G76-
Component location:
On the rear control arm
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Suspen
sion, Wheels, Steering;
Rep. Gr. 43 ; Level Con
trol System Sensor; Left/Right Rear Level Control System Sensor -G76- / -G77- , Removing and
Installing .
4 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519-
2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules, page 286 .

Audi Q7 2016
15 Special Tools
15. Special Tools 169

Audi Q7 2016
96 Interior Lights, Switches
170 Rep. Gr.96 - Interior Lights, Switches

Audi Q7 2016
1 Lamps
1.1 Overview - Component Location Instrument Panel Lamps,
page 172
1.2 Overview - Component Location Front Door Lamps, page
173
1.3 Component Location Overview - Rear Door Lamps, page
175
1.4 Component Location Overview - Door Ambient Lighting,
page 176 Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
1.5 Component Location Overview - Center Console Lamps,
page 178
1.6 Component Location Overview - Luggage Compartment
Lamps, page 181
1.7 Component Location Overview - Roof Trim Panel Lamps,
page 182
1.8 Glove Compartment Lamp W6 , Removing and Installing,
page 183
1.9 Left and Right Front Footwell Lamp K268 / K269 , Remov
ing and Installing, page 183
1.10 Central Locking -Safe- Indicator Lamp K133 , Removing
1.11 Front Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing
1.12 Driver and Front Passenger Exit Warning Lamp W111 /
W112 , Removing and Installing, page 185
1.13 Driver and Front Passenger Door Warning Lamp W30 /
1.14 Rear Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing
1.15 Rear Entry Lamps, Removing and Installing, page 186
1.16 Rear Door Warning Lamps, Removing and Installing,
page 187
1.17 Front Door Ambient Lighting, Removing and Installing,
page 188
1.18 Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp, Removing
1.19 Lamp for Driver and Passenger Side Door Speaker Trim
L223 / L224 , Removing and Installing, page 190
1.20 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp, Removing and Instal
ling, page 191
1.21 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Bulb, Re
1.22 Center Console Ambient Lighting Lamp, Removing and
1.23 Selector Lever Transmission Range Display Y5 , Re
1.24 Left and Right Rear Footwell Lamp W45 / W46 , Remov
1.25 Luggage Compartment Lamp, Removing and Installing,
page 196
1. Lamps 171
Audi Q7 2016
1.26 Driver and Front Passenger Vanity Mirror Lamp W20 /

1.1 Overview - Component Location Instrument Panel Lamps
1 - Center Instrument Panel

Vent Illumination Bulb - L68-
Right
Cannot be replaced
separately if faulty.
Replacing. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
70 ; Instrument Panel;
Instrument Panel Vent,
Removing and Instal
ling .
2 - Center Instrument Panel
Vent Illumination Bulb - L68-
Left
Cannot be replaced
Replacing. Refer to Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
70 ; Instrument Panel; with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Removing and Instal
ling .
3 - Instrument Panel Contour
Illumination Lamp 2 - L244-
Cannot be replaced
Replacing. Refer to
70 ; Instrument Panel;
Removing and Instal
ling .
4 - Right Front Footwell Lamp
- K269-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.9 Left and Right Front Footwell Lamp K268 / K269 , Removing and Installing, page 183 .
5 - Glove Compartment Lamp - W6-
12 V, 5 W
1.8 Glove Compartment Lamp W6 , Removing and Installing, page 183 .
6 - Right Instrument Panel Vent Illumination Bulb - L69-
Equipment level
Cannot be replaced separately if faulty.
Replacing. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Panel Vent, Removing
and Installing .
7 - Instrument Panel Contour Illumination Lamp 3 - L245-
and Installing .
8 - Instrument Panel Contour Illumination Lamp 1 - L243-

Audi Q7 2016
and Installing .
9 - Left Instrument Panel Vent Illumination Bulb - L67-
Equipment level
and Installing .
10 - Left Front Footwell Lamp - K268-
1.9 Left and Right Front Footwell Lamp K268 / K269 , Removing and Installing, page 183 .
1.2 Overview - Component Location Front Door Lamps
1 - Driver Door Warning Lamp

- W30-
12 V, 3 W
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.13 Driver and Front
Passenger Door Warn
ing Lamp W30 / W36 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 185 .
2 - Left Door Storage Compart
ment Illumination Lamp - L255-
Removing and instal
1.18.1 Door Storage

Compartment Illumina
tion Lamp, Removing
and Installing,
page 189 .
3 - Driver Side Interior Door
Handle Illumination Lamp -
L219-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.11 Front Interior
tion Lamp, Removing
and Installing,
page 184 .
4 - Central Locking -Safe- Indi
cator Lamp - K133-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.10 Central Locking
-Safe- Indicator Lamp
K133 , Removing and
5 - Right Front Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module - J1040-
1.18.2 Left and Right Front Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module J1039 / J1040 ,
6 - Passenger Side Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp - L220-
1.11 Front Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 184 .
1. Lamps 173
Audi Q7 2016
7 - Right Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp - L256-

1.18.1 Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 189 .
8 - Front Passenger Door Warning Lamp - W36-
12 V, 3 W
1.13 Driver and Front Passenger Door Warning Lamp W30 / W36 , Removing and Installing,
page 185 .
9 - Front Passenger Exit Warning Lamp - W112-
1.12 Driver and Front Passenger Exit Warning Lamp W111 / W112 , Removing and Installing, page
185 .
10 - Left Front Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module - J1039-
1.18.2 Left and Right Front Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module J1039 / J1040 ,
11 - Driver Exit Warning Lamp - W111-
1.12 Driver and Front Passenger Exit Warning Lamp W111 / W112 , Removing and Installing, page
185 .

Audi Q7 2016
1.3 Component Location Overview - Rear Door Lamps
1 - Left Rear Door Warning

Lamp - W37-
12 V, 3 W
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.16 Rear Door
Warning Lamps, Re
page 187 .
2 - Left Rear Door Storage
Compartment Illumination
Lamp - L257-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.21.1 Rear Door
Storage Compartment
Illumination Bulb, Re
page 192 .
3 - Driver Side Rear Interior
Door Handle Illumination Bulb
- L221-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.14 Rear Interior
tion Lamp, Removing
and Installing,
page 186 .
4 - Right Rear Door Storage
Compartment Illumination Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not

Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Rear Door Storage
Compartment Illumina
tion Control Module J1041 / J1042 , Removing and Installing, page 192 .
5 - Passenger Side Rear Interior Door Handle Illumination Bulb - L222-
1.14 Rear Interior Door Handle Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 186 .
6 - Right Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp - L258-
1.21.1 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Bulb, Removing and Installing, page 192 .
7 - Right Rear Door Warning Lamp - W38-
12 V, 3 W
1.16 Rear Door Warning Lamps, Removing and Installing, page 187 .
8 - Passenger Side Rear Exit Warning Lamp - W114-
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.15 Rear Entry Lamps, Removing and Installing, page 186 .
9 - Left Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module - J1041-
1.21.2 Left and Right Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Control Module J1041 / J1042 ,
1. Lamps 175
Audi Q7 2016
10 - Driver Side Rear Exit Warning Lamp - W113-

Removing and installing. Refer to 1.15 Rear Entry Lamps, Removing and Installing, page 186 .
1.4 Component Location Overview - Door

Ambient Lighting
1.4.1 Component Location Overview - Front Door Ambient
Lighting, page 176
1.4.2 Component Location Overview - Rear Door Ambient
Lighting, page 177
1.4.1 Component Location Overview - Front Door Ambient Lighting
1 - Left Front Door Contour Il

lumination Lamp
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.17.1 Left Front
Door Contour Illumina
tion Lamp, Removing
and Installing,
page 188 .
2 - Left Front Door Ambient
Lighting Bulb 1
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.17.2 Ambient Light
ing Lamp 1, Removing
and Installing,
page 188
Protected by .copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
3 - Driver with
Side Door
respect Ambient
Illumination Lamp 2
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.17.3 Door Ambient
Illumination Lamp 2, Re
page 189 .
4 - Front Passenger Side Door
Speaker Trim Lighting Strip
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.19 Lamp for Driver
and Passenger Side
Door Speaker Trim
and Installing,
page 190 .
5 - Lamp for Passenger Side
Door Speaker Trim - L223-
1.19 Lamp for Driver and Passenger Side Door Speaker Trim L223 / L224 , Removing and Installing,
page 190 .
6 - Front Passenger Side Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2
1.17.3 Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2, Removing and Installing, page 189 .

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Right Front Door Ambient Lighting Bulb 1

1.17.2 Ambient Lighting Lamp 1, Removing and Installing, page 188 .
8 - Right Front Door Contour Illumination Lamp
1.17.1 Left Front Door Contour Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 188 .
9 - Lamp for Driver Side Door Speaker Trim - L223-
page 190 .
10 - Driver Side Door Speaker Trim Lighting Strip
page 190 .
1.4.2 Component Location Overview - Rear Door Ambient Lighting
1 - Left Rear Door Contour Il

lumination Lamp
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.20.1 Left Rear Door
Contour Illumination
Lamp, Removing and
2 - Left Rear Door Ambient
Lighting Bulb 1
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.20.2 Rear Door
Ambient Lighting Lamp
1, Removing and Instal
ling, page 191 .
3 - Driver Side Rear Door Am
bient Illumination Lamp 2
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.20.3 Rear Door
Ambient Illumination
Lamp 2, Removing and
4 - Front Passenger Side Rear
Door Ambient Illumination
Lamp 2
Removing and instal permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
ling. Refer to with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
1.20.3 Rear Door
Ambient Illumination
Lamp 2, Removing and
5 - Right Rear Door Ambient
Lighting Bulb 1
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.20.2 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp 1, Removing and Installing, page 191 .
1. Lamps 177
Audi Q7 2016
6 - Right Rear Door Contour Illumination Lamp

1.20.1 Left Rear Door Contour Illumination Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 191 .
1.5 Component Location Overview - Center

Console Lamps
1.5.1 Component Location Overview - Center Console
Lamps, page 178
1.5.2 Component Location Overview - Lamps in Center Con
sole, Seats and B-Pillar, page 180
1.5.1 Component Location Overview - Center Console Lamps

1 - Fiber Optic Cable for Front
Center Console Ambient Light
ing - W74- , Left
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.22.1 Fiber Optic
Cable for Front Center
Console Ambient Light
ing W74 , Removing and
2 - Fiber-Optic Cable
For the rear center con
sole ambient lighting
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.22.3 Rear Center
Console Ambient Light
ing Bulb 1 L197 , Re
page 194 .
3 - Selector Lever Transmis
sion Range Display - Y5-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.23 Selector Lever
Transmission Range
Display Y5 , Removing
and Installing,
page 195 .
4 - Multimedia System Control
Head Contour Illumination
Lamp 1 - L233-
If an LED is faulty, then
the multimedia system
control head must be re
placed
5 - Front Center Console Am
bient Lighting Bulb 1 - L193-
1.22.2 Front Center Console Ambient Lighting Bulb 1 L193 , Removing and Installing, page 193 .
6 - Rear Center Console Ambient Lighting Bulb 1 - L197-
1.22.3 Rear Center Console Ambient Lighting Bulb 1 L197 , Removing and Installing, page 194 .

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Fiber Optic Cable for Front Center Console Ambient Lighting - W74- , Right
1.22.1 Fiber Optic Cable for Front Center Console Ambient Lighting W74 , Removing and Installing,
page 193 .
8 - Rear Center Air Vent Illumination Bulb - L87-
Replacing. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Overview - Center Console .
Tightening Specification of Center Console Ambient Lighting

Lamps
Tighten the bolt -arrow- to 1.2 Nm.
Tightening Specification Selector Lever Transmission Range Dis

play - Y5-
Tighten the bolts -arrows- to 1.1 Nm.
1. Lamps 179
Audi Q7 2016
1.5.2 Component Location Overview - Lamps in Center Console, Seats and B-

Pillar
1 - Left Rear Footwell Lamp -

W45-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.24 Left and Right
Rear Footwell Lamp
W45 / W46 , Removing
and Installing,
page 196 .
2 - Left B-Pillar Vent
Vehicles with Left Rear
Air Vent Illumination
Bulb - L88-
Cannot be replaced
Replacing. Refer to
70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim
Panels; Overview - B-
Pillar Trim Panel .
3 - Right B-Pillar Vent
Vehicles with Right
Rear Air Vent Illumina
tion Bulb - L89-
Cannot be replaced
Replacing. Refer to
70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim
Panels; Overview - B-
Pillar Trim Panel .
4 - Right Rear Footwell Lamp -
W46-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.24 Left and Right
Rear Footwell Lamp W45 / W46 , Removing and Installing, page 196 .

Audi Q7 2016
1.6 Component Location Overview - Luggage Compartment Lamps
1 - Left Luggage Compartment

Lamp - W18-
In the left luggage com
partment trim panel
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Luggage Compartment
Lamp W18 / W35 , Re
page 196 .
2 - Rear Lid Courtesy Lamp -
W51-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.25.2 Rear Lid
Lamps W51 / W101 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 197 .
3 - Rear Lid Lamp 2 - W101-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.25.2 Rear Lid
Lamps W51 / W101 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 197 .
4 - Right Luggage Compart
ment Lamp - W35-
In the right luggage
compartment trim panel
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.25.1 Left and Right with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Luggage Compartment
Lamp W18 / W35 , Re
page 196 .
1. Lamps 181
Audi Q7 2016
1.7 Component Location Overview - Roof Trim Panel Lamps
1 - Front Passenger Airbag -

Disabled- Indicator Lamp -
K145-
The front roof module
indicator lamp is faulty.
Refer to
2.31 Front Interior
Lamp/Reading Lamp,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 224 .
2 - Front Interior Lamp - W1-
LED is faulty. Refer to
2.31 Front Interior
Lamp/Reading Lamp,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 224 .
3 - Driver Reading Lamp -
W19-
2.31 Front Interior
Lamp/Reading Lamp,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 224 .
4 - Ambient Lighting
2.31 Front Interior
Lamp/Reading Lamp,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 224 .
5 - Front Passenger Vanity Mir
ror Lamp - W14-
1.26 Driver and Front Passenger Vanity Mirror Lamp W20 / W14 , Removing and Installing,
page 197 .
6 - Right Rear Interior Lamp - W48-
For versions with panorama sliding sunroof Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
The rear interior lamp must be replaced if one of the LEDs is faulty.
with respect Refer to
2.32.2 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with Panorama Sliding
Sunroof, page 225 .
7 - Left Third Row Reading Lamp - W94-
The rear interior lamp must be replaced if one of the LEDs is faulty. Refer to
2.32.1 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 225 .
8 - Right Third Row Reading Lamp - W95-
9 - Left Rear Interior Lamp - W47-
For versions with panorama sliding sunroof

Audi Q7 2016
Sunroof, page 225 .
10 - Left Rear Interior Lamp - W47-
For versions without panorama sliding sunroof
11 - Right Rear Interior Lamp - W48-
For versions without panorama sliding sunroof
12 - Driver Vanity Mirror Lamp - W20-
1.26 Driver and Front Passenger Vanity Mirror Lamp W20 / W14 , Removing and Installing,
page 197 .
13 - Front Passenger Reading Lamp - W13-
The front roof module must be replaced if an LED is faulty. Refer to
2.31 Front Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Installing, page 224 .
1.8 Glove Compartment Lamp - W6- , Re

Removing
Press the tab -3- in using a flat-head screwdriver
permitted andbypry
unless authorised out
the glove compartment lamp -2-. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Installing
Insert the glove compartment lamp into the opening and en
gage on the opposite side.
1.9 Left and Right Front Footwell Lamp -

K268- / -K269- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Press the tab -3- in using a flat-head screwdriver and pry out
the footwell lamp -2-.
Installing
The entire footwell lamp must be replaced if an LED is faulty.
Insert the footwell lamp into the opening and engage on the
opposite side.
1. Lamps 183
Audi Q7 2016
1.10 Central Locking -Safe- Indicator Lamp -

K133- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Front Door Trim Panels; Front Door Trim Panel,
Release the clips in direction of -arrows-.
Remove the central locking LED -1- downward and out of the
door trim panel -2-.
Installing
TIP
The new Central Locking -Safe- Indicator Lamp - K133- must be
connected with the door trim panel wiring harness.
Disconnect the wire and connect it with the new wire for the
Central Locking -SAFE- Indicator Lamp - K133- . Refer to
Electrical Equipment General Information; Rep. Gr. 97 ; Wir
ing Harness and Connector Repairs; Wiring Harnesses, Re
pairing .
1.11 Front Interior Door Handle Illumination

Lamp, Removing and Installing
Removing
Turn the bulb socket -2- to the left and remove it from the
lighting strip -3-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
1.12 Driver and Front Passenger Exit Warn

ing Lamp -W111- / -W112- , Removing
and Installing
Removing
Use a flat-head screwdriver to press in the retaining tab -1-
and pry out the exit warning lamp -2-.
Installing
If one of the LEDs is faulty, then the entire exit warning lamp
must be replaced.
Insert the exit warning lamp into the opening and engage on
the opposite side.
1.13 Driver and Front Passenger Door Warn

ing Lamp -W30- / -W36- , Removing and
Installing
Removing
Press the tab -1- with a flat-blade screwdriver and remove the
door warning lamp -2-.
Carefully pry out the cover over the lamp in direction of

-arrow-.
1. Lamps 185
Audi Q7 2016
Remove the bulb -1- from the bulb socket -2- on the back of
the door warning lamp.
Installing
Mount the cover on the door warning lamp.
Insert the door warning lamp into the opening and engage on
the opposite side.
1.14 Rear Interior Door Handle Illumination
Removing
Turn the bulb socket -2- to the left and remove it from the
lighting strip -3-.
Installing
1.15 Rear Entry Lamps, Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Use a flat-head screwdriver to press in the retaining tab -1-
and pry out the entry lamp -2-.
Installing
The entire entry lamp must be replaced if an LED is faulty.
Insert the entry lamp into the opening and engage on the op
posite side.

Audi Q7 2016
1.16 Rear Door Warning Lamps, Removing

and Installing
Removing
Press the tab -1- with a flat-blade screwdriver and remove the
door warning lamp -2-.
If equipped, carefully pry out the cover over the lamp in direc
tion of -arrow-.
Remove the bulb -1- from the bulb socket -2- on the back of
the door warning lamp.
Installing
permitted
Mount the cover on the door warning lamp.
Insert the door warning lamp into the opening and engage on
the opposite side.
1. Lamps 187
Audi Q7 2016
1.17 Front Door Ambient Lighting, Removing

and Installing
1.17.1 Left Front Door Contour Illumination Lamp, Removing
1.17.2 Ambient Lighting Lamp 1, Removing and Installing,
page 188
1.17.3 Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2, Removing and In
stalling, page 189
1.17.1 Left Front Door Contour Illumination

Removing
Disengage the upper insulation.
Dismount the lamp -3- from the mount -1-.
Release the catches in direction of -arrows-
Protectedand remove
by copyright. thefor private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Copying
lamps from the lighting strip -4-. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Installing
1.17.2 Ambient Lighting Lamp 1, Removing

and Installing
Removing
Release the catches in direction of -arrows- and remove the
lamps -3- from the lighting strip -1-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
1.17.3 Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2, Re

Removing
Release the catches -arrows- and remove the lamps -3- from
the lighting strip -1-.
Installing
1.18 Door Storage Compartment Illumination

1.18.1 Door Storage Compartment Illumination Lamp, Remov
1.18.2 Left and Right Front Door Storage Compartment Illu
mination Control Module J1039 / J1040 , Removing and Instal
ling, page 189
1.18.1 Door Storage Compartment Illumination

Removing
Pry out the door storage compartment illumination bulb -1-
from the armrest.
Installing
1.18.2 Left and Right Front Door Storage Com
partment Illumination Control Module -

ling
Removing
Disengage and remove the insulation.
1. Lamps 189
Audi Q7 2016
Free up the antenna -1-.

Pry up the lock washers -2 and 5-.
Remove the control module -3-.
Installing
1.19 Lamp for Driver and Passenger Side

Door Speaker Trim -L223- / -L224- , Re
Removing
Pry up the clips -arrows-.
Remove the lighting strip -2- slightly from the speaker trim
-1-.

Remove the lighting strip.
Installing
The clips must be pushed on all the way.

Audi Q7 2016
1.20 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp, Re

1.20.1 Left Rear Door Contour Illumination Lamp, Removing
1.20.2 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp 1, Removing and
1.20.3 Rear Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2, Removing and
1.20.1 Left Rear Door Contour Illumination

Removing
Dismount the lamp -3- from the mount -1-.
lamps from the lighting strip -4-.
Installing
1.20.2 Rear Door Ambient Lighting Lamp 1,

Removing
Release the catches -arrows- and remove theProtected
lampsby-3- fromCopying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
copyright.
the lighting strip -1-. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Installing
1.20.3 Rear Door Ambient Illumination Lamp 2,

Removing
1. Lamps 191
Audi Q7 2016

Release the catches -arrows- and remove the lamps -3- from
the lighting strip -1-.
Installing
1.21 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumi

nation Bulb, Removing and Installing
1.21.1 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumination Bulb, Re
1.21.2 Left and Right Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumi
nation Control Module J1041 / J1042 , Removing and Installing,
page 192
1.21.1 Rear Door Storage Compartment Illumi

nation Bulb, Removing and Installing
Removing
Pry out the door storage compartment illumination bulb -1-
from the armrest.
Installing
If one of the LEDs is faulty, then the complete door storage
compartment illumination bulb must be replaced.
1.21.2 Left and Right Rear Door Storage Com

partment Illumination Control Module -
ling
Removing
Disengage and remove the insulation.

Audi Q7 2016
Free up the antenna -1-.

Pry up the lock washers -2 and 5-.
Remove the control module -3-.
Installing
1.22 Center Console Ambient Lighting Lamp,

1.22.1 Fiber Optic Cable for Front Center Console Ambient
Lighting W74 , Removing and Installing, page 193
1.22.2 Front Center Console Ambient Lighting Bulb 1 L193 ,
1.22.3 Rear Center Console Ambient Lighting Bulb 1 L197 ,
1.22.1 Fiber Optic Cable for Front Center Con

sole Ambient Lighting - W74- , Remov
ing and Installing
Removing
Remove the center console. Refer to BodyProtected
Interior; Rep.
Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Center Console, Removing andauthorised
permitted unless In by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
stalling . with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Release the catch -3- at the locations marked with -arrows-.

Remove the fiber-optic cable -2- from the center console -1-.
Installing
Attach the fiber-optic cable until it clicks into place.
1.22.2 Front Center Console Ambient Lighting

Bulb 1 - L193- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the center console insert. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Center Console Insert, Re
1. Lamps 193
Audi Q7 2016

Remove the lamp -1- from the mount -2- -arrow-.

Installing
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification of Center Console Ambient
Lighting Lamps , page 179
1.22.3 Rear Center Console Ambient Lighting

Bulb 1 - L197- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the lamp with the fiber-optic cable.
lamps -2- from the fiber-optic cable -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the lamp -1- from the mount -2- in direction of

-arrow-.
Installing
Pay attention when inserting the fiber-optic cable that the fiber-
optic cable is seated correctly on its mount.
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification of Center Console Ambient
Lighting Lamps , page 179
1.23 Selector Lever Transmission Range

Display - Y5- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the center console insert trim. Refer to Body Inte
rior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Display Control Head Trim,
Remove the electromechanical parking brake button/-Auto
Hold- button. Refer to
2.21 Electromechanical Parking Brake Button E538 / -AU
TO HOLD- Button E540 , Removing and Installing,
page 216 .
Remove the selector lever transmission range display -2- from
the center console insert -1-.
Installing
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification Selector Lever Transmission
Range Display -Y5- , page 179
1. Lamps 195
Audi Q7 2016
1.24 Left and Right Rear Footwell Lamp -

W45- / -W46- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Carefully pry out the bulb -1- using a flat-head screwdriver in
Installing
The entire footwell lamp must be replaced if an LED is faulty.
Insert the footwell lamp into the opening and engage on the
opposite side.
1.25 Luggage Compartment Lamp, Remov

ing and Installing
1.25.1 Left and Right Luggage Compartment Lamp W18 /
1.25.2 Rear Lid Lamps W51 / W101 , Removing and Installing,
page 197
1.25.1 Left and Right Luggage Compartment

Lamp -W18- / -W35- , Removing and In
stalling
Removing
Release the retainer -2- with a flat-head screwdriver.
Pivot the luggage compartment lamp -1- out of the luggage
compartment side trim panel in direction of -arrow-.
Disconnect the connector. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Installing with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Insert the luggage compartment lamp into the opening and
engage on the opposite side.

Audi Q7 2016
1.25.2 Rear Lid Lamps -W51- / -W101- , Re

Removing
Press the tab -3- in using a flat-head screwdriver and pry out
the rear lid lamp -2-.
Installing
Insert the rear lid lamp into the opening and engage on the
opposite side.
1.26 Driver and Front Passenger Vanity Mir

ror Lamp -W20- / -W14- , Removing and
Installing
Removing
Pivot the sun visor forward.
Carefully pry out the vanity mirror lighting -1- at the opening
-arrow- using a flat-head screwdriver.
Installing
Insert the vanity mirror lighting into the opening and engage it
on the opposite side.
1. Lamps 197
Audi Q7 2016

Audi Q7 2016
2 Controls
2.1 Component Location Overview - Instrument Panel Con
trols, page 200
2.2 Component Location Overview - Controls in Front Doors,
page 202
2.3 Component Location Overview - Controls in Rear Doors,
page 203
2.4 Component Location Overview - Controls in Center Con
sole, page 204
2.5 Component Location Overview - Controls in Luggage
Compartment, page 205
2.6 Component Location Overview - Controls in Roof Trim
Panel, page 207
2.7 Light Switch E1 , Removing and Installing, page 208
2.8 Steering Column Adjustment Switch E167 , Removing and
2.9Protected
Buttons in Instrument
by copyright. Copying for Panel, Removing
private or commercial and inInstalling,
purposes, part or in whole, is not
page 209
2.10 Glove Compartment Lamp Switch E26 , Removing and
2.11 Mirror Adjusting Switches E43 / E168 , Removing and
2.12 Power Window Control Head in Driver Door E512 , Re
2.13 Front Passenger Door Window Regulator Switch E107 ,
2.14 Driver and Front Passenger Interior Locking Switch E150 /
E198 , Removing and Installing, page 212
2.15 Driver and Front Passenger Seat Memory Settings Con
trol Head E464 / E465 , Removing and Installing, page 213
2.16 Rear Lid Remote Release Button E233 , Removing and
2.17 Interior Monitoring and Vehicle Inclination Deactivation
Button E616 , Removing and Installing, page 214
2.18 Rear Window Regulator Button in Rear Door, Removing
2.19 Left and Right Rear Interior Locking Switch E273 / E274 ,
2.20 Air Ionization System Button E677 , Removing and In
stalling, page 215
2.21 Electromechanical Parking Brake Button E538 / -AUTO
HOLD- Button E540 , Removing and Installing, page 216
2.22 Access/Start Authorization Button E408 , Removing and
2.23 Left and Right Seat Heating Button E653 / E654 , Re
2.24 Third Row Backrest Adjustment Button, Removing and
2.25 Loading Sill Lowering Control Head E682 / Power Piv
oting Trailer Hitch Button E474 , Removing and Installing,
page 221
2. Controls 199
Audi Q7 2016
2.26 Release Button in Rear Lid Handle E234 , Removing and

2.27 Rear Lid Lock Button in Luggage Compartment E406 ,
2.28 Rear Lid Warning Buzzer H32 , Removing and Installing,
page 223
2.29 Rear Lid Contact Switch, Removing and Installing, page
223
2.30 Sunroof Button E325 , Removing and Installing,
page 223
2.31 Front Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and In
stalling, page 224
2.32 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and Instal
ling, page 225
2.33 Garage Door Opener Control Head E284 , Removing and
2.1 Component Location Overview - Instrument Panel Controls
1 - Control Unit 1 for Driving

and Convenience Functions -
E791-
grated components
Emergency Flasher Button
- E229-
ASR/ESP ButtonProtected
- E256- by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Parking Aid Button with
- E266-
Front Display Open/Close

Button - E462-
Parallel Parking Assistance
Button - E581-
Hill Descent Control Button
- E618-
Start/Stop Mode Button -
E693-
Driving Profile Selection
Button - E735-
The components cannot
be replaced separately.
If faulty replace a com
ponent of the switch
module
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.9.2 Buttons in In
strument Panel, Re
and Convenience Func
tions E791 ,
page 210 .
2 - Glove Compartment Lamp Switch - E26-
2.10 Glove Compartment Lamp Switch E26 , Removing and Installing, page 211 .

Audi Q7 2016
3 - Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Key Switch - E224-

Equipment level
Removing and installing. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 69 ; Front Passenger Airbag; Front Pas
senger Airbag Deactivation Key Switch, Removing and Installing (Not for North America) .
4 - Instrument Panel Vent Button - E815-
Equipment level
2.9.4 Instrument Panel Vent Button E815 , Removing and Installing, page 210 .
5 - Instrument Cluster Operation Button - E493-
2.9.3 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing and Installing, Instrument Cluster Operation Button E493
, page 210 .
6 - Access/Start Authorization Button - E408-
2.22 Access/Start Authorization Button E408 , Removing and Installing, page 217 .
7 - Driver Side Ionizer Button - E830-
Equipment level
2.9.1 Driver Side Ionizer Button E830 , Removing and Installing, page 209 .
8 - Steering Column Adjustment Switch - E167-
2.8 Steering Column Adjustment Switch E167 , Removing and Installing, page 209 .
9 - Light Switch - E1-
With Instrument Panel and Switch Illumination Dimmer Switch - E20-
With Rear Fog Lamp Button - E314- , Fog Lamp Button - E315- , and Night Vision System Button - E680-
Removing and installing. Refer to 2.7 Light Switch E1 , Removing and Installing, page 208 .
Light Switch - E1- Tightening Specification

Tighten the screws -arrows- to 1.5 Nm.
Control Unit 1 for Driving and Convenience Functions - E791-

Tightening Specification
2. Controls 201
Audi Q7 2016
2.2 Component Location Overview - Controls in Front Doors
1 - Interior Monitoring and Ve

hicle Inclination Deactivation
Button - E616-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.17 Interior Monitor
ing and Vehicle Inclina
tion Deactivation Button
E616 , Removing and
2 - Driver Door Contact Switch
- F2-
Integrated in the door
lock.
Cannot be replaced
separately
Replace the door locks if
faulty. Refer to Body
Door Components;
Door Lock, Removing
and Installing .
3 - Power Window Control
Head in Driver Door - E512-
grated components
Driver Power Window But
ton - E710-
Driver Side Rear Power
Window Button In Driver
Door - E712-
Passenger Side Rear Pow
er Window Button In Driver
Door - E714-
Front Passenger Power
Window Button in Driver Door - E715-
The components cannot be replaced separately.
Replace the control head if faulty
2.12 Power Window Control Head in Driver Door E512 , Removing and Installing, page 211 .
4 - MirrorwithAdjusting Switch - E43- with Mirror Adjusting Switch - E48-

2.11 Mirror Adjusting Switches E43 / E168 , Removing and Installing, page 211 .
5 - Front Passenger Power Window Button - E716-
2.13 Front Passenger Door Window Regulator Switch E107 , Removing and Installing, page 212 .
6 - Front Passenger Interior Locking Button - E309-
2.14 Driver and Front Passenger Interior Locking Switch E150 / E198 , Removing and Installing, page
212 .
7 - Front Passenger Memory Seat Button - E340-
2.15 Driver and Front Passenger Seat Memory Settings Control Head E464 / E465 , Removing and

Audi Q7 2016
8 - Front Passenger Door Contact Switch - F3-

Integrated in the door lock.
Replace the door locks if faulty. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 57 ; Door Components; Door Lock,
9 - Driver Seat Memory Settings Control Head - E464-
2.15 Driver and Front Passenger Seat Memory Settings Control Head E464 / E465 , Removing and
10 - Driver Interior Locking Button - E308-
2.14 Driver and Front Passenger Interior Locking Switch E150 / E198 , Removing and Installing, page
212 .
11 - Rear Lid Remote Release Button - E233-
2.16 Rear Lid Remote Release Button E233 , Removing and Installing, page 213 .
2.3 Component Location Overview - Controls in Rear Doors
1 - Driver Side Rear Door Con

tact Switch - F505-
Integrated in the door Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
lock. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Cannot be replaced
separately
Replace the door locks if
faulty. Refer to Body
Door Components;
Door Lock, Removing
and Installing .
2 - Driver Side Rear Power
Window Button - E711-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.18 Rear Window
Regulator Button in
Rear Door, Removing
and Installing,
page 215 .
3 - Passenger Side Rear Pow
er Window Button - E713-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.18 Rear Window
Regulator Button in
Rear Door, Removing
and Installing,
page 215 .
4 - Passenger Side Rear Inte
rior Locking Button - E718-
Equipment level
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.19 Left and Right
Rear Interior Locking Switch E273 / E274 , Removing and Installing, page 215 .
2. Controls 203
Audi Q7 2016
5 - Passenger Side Rear Door Contact Switch - F506-

Integrated in the door lock.
Replace the door locks if faulty. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr. 58 ; Door Components; Door Lock,
6 - Driver Side Rear Interior Locking Button - E717-
Equipment level
2.19 Left and Right Rear Interior Locking Switch E273 / E274 , Removing and Installing,
page 215 .
2.4 Component Location Overview - Controls in Center Console
1 - Electromechanical Parking
Brake Button - E538-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.21 Electromechan
ical Parking Brake But
ton E538 / -AUTO
HOLD- Button E540 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 216 .
2 - Parking Lock Button - E816-
Integrated in the selec
tor lever handle
Cannot be replaced
separately
If faulty replace the se
lector lever handle. Re
fer to Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Selector Mecha
nism; Selector Lever
Handle, Removing and
Installing .
3 - Selector Lever Release
Button - E681-
Integrated in the selec
tor lever handle
Cannot be replaced
separately with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
If faulty replace the se
lector lever handle. Re
fer to Automatic
Transmission; Rep. Gr.
37 ; Selector Mecha
nism; Selector Lever
Handle, Removing and
Installing .
4 - Front Passenger Side Rear Ionizer Button - E833-
Country
2.20 Air Ionization System Button E677 , Removing and Installing, page 215 .
5 - Right Seat Heating Button - E654-
Equipment level

Audi Q7 2016

2.23 Left and Right Seat Heating Button E653 / E654 , Removing and Installing, page 217 .
6 - Left Seat Heating Button - E653-
Equipment level
2.23 Left and Right Seat Heating Button E653 / E654 , Removing and Installing, page 217 .
7 - Driver Volume Control - E67-
Removing and installing. Refer to Communication; Rep. Gr. 91 ; Sound System; Component Location
Overview - Sound System .
8 - -Auto Hold- Button - E540-
Equipment level
2.21 Electromechanical Parking Brake Button E538 / -AUTO HOLD- Button E540 , Removing and
2.5 Component Location Overview - Controls in Luggage Compartment
1 - Rear Lid Contact Switch

Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.29 Rear Lid Con
tact Switch, Removing
and Installing,
page 223 .
2 - Release Button In Rear Lid
Handle - E234-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.26 Release Button
in Rear Lid Handle
E234 , Removing and
3 - Third Row Button for Back
rest Adjustment - in Luggage
Compartment
Left Third Row Button 3
for Backrest Adjustment
- E802- , Right Third
Row Button 3 for Back
rest Adjustment - E805-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
Third Row Button 3 for
Backrest Adjustment
E802 / E805 , Removing
and Installing, Luggage
Compartment,
page 220 .
4 - Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch
Button - E474-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.25 Loading Sill
Lowering Control Head E682 / Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch Button E474 , Removing and Installing, page
221 .
2. Controls 205
Audi Q7 2016
5 - Loading Sill Lowering Control Head - E682-

With Load Level Button - E539-
2.25 Loading Sill Lowering Control Head E682 / Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch Button E474 , Removing
6 - Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment Button - Left Rear Door
Left Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment Button - E565- , Right Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment
Button - E549-
2.24.1 Left and Right Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment Button E565 / E549 , Removing and
Installing, Left Rear Door, page 218 .
7 - Rear Lid Warning Buzzer - H32-
The buzzer is activated by closing the rear lid using the rear lid remote release button in the front door
2.28 Rear Lid Warning Buzzer H32 , Removing and Installing, page 223 .
8 - Expanding Clip
9 - Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment Button - Right Rear Door
Left Third Row Button 2 for Backrest Adjustment - E801- , Right Third Row Button 2 for Backrest Ad
justment - E804-
2.24.2 Left and Right Third Row Button 2 for Backrest Adjustment E801 / E804 , Removing and
Installing, Right Rear Door, page 219 .
10 - Rear Lid Lock Button in Luggage Compartment - E406-
Versions with Locking Mechanism Button in the Rear Lid - E806- .
2.27 Rear Lid Lock Button in Luggage Compartment E406 , Removing and Installing, page 222 .
Tightening Specification for Third Row Button for Backrest Ad

justment - in Luggage Compartment
Tighten the bolt -arrow- to 3 Nm.
Tightening Specification: Anti-Theft Protection to Release Button

In Rear Lid Handle - E234-
Tighten the nuts -arrows- to 6 Nm.

Audi Q7 2016
2.6 Component Location Overview - Controls in Roof Trim Panel
1 - Front Passenger Reading

Lamp Button - E458-
Integrated in the front
roof module
2 - Driver Reading Lamp But
ton - E457-
Integrated in the front
roof module
3 - Sunroof Button - E325- with
Roof Shade Button 1 - E584-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.30 Sunroof Button
E325 , Removing and
4 - Front Roof Module - WX3-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.31 Front Interior
Lamp/Reading Lamp,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 224 .
5 - Garage Door
Protected Opener
by copyright. Con
Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
trol Head - E284-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.33 Garage Door
Opener Control Head
E284 , Removing and
6 - Front Passenger Vanity Mir
ror Lamp Contact Switch -
F148-
Integrated in the sun vi
sor mount
If faulty replace the sun visor. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Equipment; Sun Visor, Removing
and Installing .
7 - Rear Interior Lamp
With Right Rear Reading Lamp Switch 1 - E455-
Sunroof, page 225 .
8 - Right Third Row Reading Lamp Button - E789-
9 - Left Third Row Reading Lamp Button - E696-
For the third row equipment level.
With Left Rear Reading Lamp Switch - E454-
2. Controls 207
Audi Q7 2016

Sunroof, page 225 .
12 - Right Rear Reading Lamp Switch 1 - E455-
For versions without panorama sliding sunroof, second row of seats
14 - Left Rear Reading Lamp Switch - E454-
15 - Driver Vanity Mirror Lamp Contact Switch - F147-
Integrated in the sun visor mount
If faulty replace the sun visor. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Equipment; Sun Visor, Removing
and Installing .
Sunroof Button - E325- Tightening Specification:

2.7 Light Switch - E1- , Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Remove the light switch trim. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Light Switch Trim, Removing and
Installing .
If equipped, remove the bolts -1 and 4-.
Release the retainers in the direction of -arrows-.
Remove the light switch -3- from the light switch trim -2-.
Installing
Refer to
Fig. Light Switch -E1- Tightening Specification ,
page 201

Audi Q7 2016
2.8 Steering Column Adjustment Switch -

E167- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the lower steering column trim panel. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Storage Compartments and Covers;
Lower Steering Column Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .
Remove the steering column adjustment switch -1- from the
lower steering column trim panel -2-.
Installing
2.9 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing

and Installing
2.9.1 Driver Side Ionizer Button E830 , Removing and Instal
ling, page 209
2.9.2 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing and Installing,
Control Unit 1 for Driving and Convenience Functions E791 ,
page 210
2.9.3 Buttons
Protected in Instrument
by copyright. Panel,
Copying for private Removing
or commercial andin part
purposes, Installing,
or in whole, is not
Instrument Cluster
permitted Operation
unless authorised by AUDI Button
AG. AUDI E493 , not
AG does page 210or accept any liability
guarantee
2.9.4 Instrument Panel Vent Button E815 , Removing and In
stalling, page 210
2.9.1 Driver Side Ionizer Button - E830- , Re

Removing
Remove the driver side vents in the instrument panel. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument
Panel Vent, Removing and Installing .
Remove the driver side ionizer button -2- from the instrument
panel vent mount -1-.
Installing
2. Controls 209
Audi Q7 2016
2.9.2 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing

and Installing, Control Unit 1 for Driving
and Convenience Functions - E791-
Removing
Remove the instrument panel decorative trim. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel; Instrument Panel,
If equipped, remove the bolts -1 and 4-.
Release the retainers in the direction of -arrows-.
Remove the button -2- from the decorative trim - 3-.
Installing
Refer to
Fig. Control Unit 1 for Driving and Convenience Functions
-E791- Tightening Specification , page 201
2.9.3 Buttons in Instrument Panel, Removing

and Installing, Instrument Cluster Oper
ation Button - E493-
Removing
Remove the button -2- from the mount in the access/start au
thorization switch trim -1-.
Installing
2.9.4 Instrument Panel Vent Button - E815- ,

Removing
Remove the front passenger side vents in the instrument pan
el. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Instrument Panel;
Instrument Panel Vent, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the button -2- from the instrument panel vent mount
-1-.
Installing
2.10 Glove Compartment Lamp Switch -

Removing
Remove the glove compartment. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Storage Compartments and Covers; Glove
Compartment, Removing and Installing .
Remove the hinge pins -1-.
Turn the switch -2- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow-
and remove it.
Installing
2.11 Mirror Adjusting Switches -E43- / -

Removing
Remove the switch mount. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
70 ; Front Door Trim Panels; Front Pull Handle, Removing and
Installing .
Carefully release the retainers using a small screwdriver in di
rection of -arrows-.
Remove the mirror adjustment switch -1- from the switch
mount -2-.
Installing
2.12 Power Window Control Head in Driver

Door - E512- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Installing .
2. Controls 211
Audi Q7 2016

Remove the power window switch -2- from the switch mount
-1-.
Installing
2.13 Front Passenger Door Window Regula

tor Switch - E107- , Removing and In
stalling
Removing Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not

Installing .
Press the power window switch -1- out of the switch mount
-2-.
Installing
2.14 Driver and Front Passenger Interior

Locking Switch -E150- / -E198- , Re
Removing
Remove the interior door mechanism. Refer to Body Inte
rior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Front Door Trim Panels; Interior Door
Mechanism, Removing and Installing .
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the interior
locking switch -1- outward.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
2.15 Driver and Front Passenger Seat Mem

ory Settings Control Head -E464- / -
Removing
Remove the decorative trim. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Front Door Trim Panels; Trim Molding, Removing and
Installing .
Push the tab -3- slightly to the rear and remove the control
head -1- from the mount at the same time in the direction of
-arrow-.
Remove the control head.
Installing
Connect the connector.
Place the control head -3- on the mount -1- and push on it
until
the tab
with respect -4-
to the clicks ofinto
correctness placein-arrow-.
information this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
The guide -2- must slide downward behind the mount.
2.16 Rear Lid Remote Release Button -

Removing
2. Controls 213
Audi Q7 2016

Release the clip -2- and remove the trim -1- with the switch
from the door trim panel -arrow-.
Release the hooks in direction of -arrows- carefully with a

small screwdriver.
Remove the switch -1- toward the rear from the trim -2-.
Installing
Press in the trim with the switch until the hooks engage in the
mount.
2.17 Interior Monitoring and Vehicle Inclina

tion Deactivation Button - E616- Protected
, Rebyunless
permitted
authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
moving and Installing with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Removing
Release the retaining springs -arrows- and remove the button
-2- from the door trim panel.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
2.18 Rear Window Regulator Button in Rear

Door, Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the pull handle/rear armrest. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Rear Door Trim Panels; Overview - Rear Door
Trim Panel .
Remove the power window button -3- from the switch mount
-2-.
Installing
2.19 Left and Right Rear Interior Locking

Switch -E273- / -E274- , Removing and
Installing
Removing
Remove the interior door mechanism. Refer Copying
Protected by copyright. to Body Inte
rior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Rear Doorpermitted
Trim Panels; Interior
unless authorised Door
by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Mechanism, Removing and Installing . to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
with respect
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the interior

locking switch -1- outward.
Installing
2.20 Air Ionization System Button - E677- ,

Removing
Remove the lower B-pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; B-Pillar
Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .
2. Controls 215
Audi Q7 2016
Release the clips in direction of -arrows- and press out the Air
Ionization System Button - E677- -1- from the B-pillar trim
panel -2-.
Installing
2.21 Electromechanical Parking Brake But

ton - E538- / -AUTO HOLD- Button -
Removing
Remove the center console insert trim. Refer to Body Inte
rior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Display Control Head Trim,
Remove the bolts in direction of -arrows-.
Remove the selector lever transmission range display -2- from
the center console insert -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
Electromechanical Parking Brake Button - E538- :

Press the button -1- out of the selector lever transmission
range display -2-.
-AUTO HOLD- Button - E540- :

Press the button -1- out of the selector lever transmission
range display -2- -arrow-.
Installing
2.22 Access/Start Authorization Button -

Removing
Remove the button -1- from the mount in the access/start au
thorization switch trim -2-.
Installing
2.23 Left and Right Seat Heating Button -

E653- / -E654- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the rear seat heating socket/button trim. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Display Control
Head Trim, Removing and Installing .
2. Controls 217
Audi Q7 2016
Release the clips in direction of -arrows-.

Remove the switches -1 and 3- from the cover -2-.
Installing
2.24 Third Row Backrest Adjustment Button,

2.24.1 Left and Right Third Row Seat Backrest Adjustment
Button E565 / E549 , Removing and Installing, Left Rear Door,
page 218
2.24.2 Left and Right Third Row Button 2 for Backrest Adjust
ment E801 / E804 , Removing and Installing, Right Rear Door,
page 219
2.24.3 Left and Right Third Row Button 3 for Backrest Adjust
ment E802 / E805 , Removing and Installing, Luggage Compart
ment, page 220
2.24.1 Left and Right Third Row Seat Backrest

Adjustment Button -E565- / -E549- , Re
moving and Installing, Left Rear Door
Trim Removal Wedge - 3409-
Removing
Fold the second row rear seat backrest forward. Refer to the
Vehicles Owner's Manual.

Audi Q7 2016
Pry out the backrest adjustment button -1- with the Trim Re
moval Wedge - 3409- .

Remove the backrest adjustment button -2- from the trim -1-.
Installing
Insert the backrest adjustment button in the cut-out and push
in until it clicks into place.
2.24.2 Left and Right Third Row Button 2 for

Backrest Adjustment -E801- / -E804- ,
Removing and Installing, Right Rear
Door
Removing
Fold the second row rear seat backrest forward. Refer to the
Vehicles Owner's Manual.
2. Controls 219
Audi Q7 2016
Pry out the backrest adjustment button -1- with the Trim Re
moval Wedge - 3409- .
Release the retainers
permitted in direction
unless authorised ofAG.
by AUDI -arrows-.
Installing
Insert the backrest adjustment button in the cut-out and push
in until it clicks into place.
2.24.3 Left and Right Third Row Button 3 for

Backrest Adjustment -E802- / -E805- ,
Removing and Installing, Luggage Com
partment
Removing
Using a narrow screwdriver at the opening -arrow A- release
the cap and at the same time push on the bottom slightly up
ward in direction of -arrow B-.
Remove the cap.
Pivot out the button trim -1- from the mount in direction of
-arrow C-.
Disconnect the connectors.

Audi Q7 2016

Installing
The button trim must be flush along the entire length of the
mount.
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification for Third Row Button for
Backrest Adjustment - in Luggage Compartment ,
page 206
2.25 Loading Sill Lowering Control Head -

E682- / Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch But
ton - E474- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the cap.
Pivot out the button trim -1- from the mount in direction of
-arrow C-.

Remove the loading sill lowering control head -2- from the trim
-1-.
Installing
The loading sill lowering control head trim must be flush along
the entire length of the mount.
Refer to
page 206
2.26 Release Button in Rear Lid Handle -

Special tools and workshop equipment required with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Connecting Rod Support - 3090-

Removing
Remove the lower rear lid trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
2. Controls 221
Audi Q7 2016
Disconnect the connector -3- and the antenna wire -1-.

Open the tabs in direction of -arrows-.
Remove the license plate lamps. Refer to
9.1 Left and Right License Plate Lamp X4 / X5 , Removing
Release the side retaining tabs using the Connecting Rod

Support - 3090- in direction of -arrows A- and press the button
-1- outward in direction of -arrow B-.
Installing
For vehicles with a rearview camera, the Rearview Camera -
R189- must be recalibrated. Refer to Communication; Rep.
Gr. 91 ; Rearview Camera System; Rearview Camera Sys
tem, Calibrating .
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification: Anti-Theft Protection to Re
lease Button In Rear Lid Handle -E234- , page 206
2.27 RearCopying
Protected by copyright. Lid Lock
for private Button
or commercialin Luggage
purposes, Com
in part or in whole, is not
partment - E406- , Removing and Instal
ling
Depending on vehicle equipment the Locking Mechanism But
ton in the Rear Lid - E806- is integrated in the Rear Lid Lock
Button in Luggage Compartment - E406- . If faulty the com
plete button unit must be replaced.

Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Release the clips on the button -1- in direction of -arrows-.
Remove the button from the rear lid trim panel.
TIP
Remove the rear lid lower trim panel if the button cannot be re
moved as described. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ;
Luggage Compartment Trim Panels; Rear Lid Lower Trim Panel,
Installing
2.28 Rear Lidunless
permitted Warning
authorised byBuzzer
AUDI AG. AUDI - H32-
AG does not, Re
guarantee or accept any liability

Removing
Remove the rear roof panel trim. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.
Gr. 70 ; Roof Trim Panels; Roof End Strip, Removing and
Installing .
Remove the buzzer -2- with the expanding clips.
Installing
2.29 Rear Lid Contact Switch, Removing and

Installing
The rear lid contact switch -arrow- is located in the rear lid lock
and cannot be replaced separately if faulty.
Replace the rear lid lock. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
55 ; Rear Lid; Latch, Removing and Installing .
2.30 Sunroof Button - E325- , Removing and

Installing
Removing
Remove the front interior lamp/reading lamp. Refer to
2. Controls 223
Audi Q7 2016

Remove the button -1- from the front interior/reading lamp
-2-.
Installing
Refer to
Fig. Sunroof Button -E325- Tightening Specification: ,
page 208
2.31 Front Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Re

Removing
Pry out the front roof module -1- with the -3409- beginning at
the left front on the headliner, to do so push in the trim removal
wedge in the area of the spring between the headliner and the
front roof module.
The marking shows the position of the springs -arrows-.

The clamp -1- is removed by prying out of the body.
Disconnect the connectors and free up the wiring harness.
Installing
The front roof module must be completely replaced if one of
the LEDs is faulty
Insert the front roof module into the roof cutout and press until
it audibly engages.

Audi Q7 2016
2.32 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Re

2.32.1 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and In
stalling, page 225
2.32.2 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Removing and In
stalling, Vehicles with Panorama Sliding Sunroof, page 225
2.32.1 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Re

Wedge Set - T10383-
Removing
Remove the interior lamp/reading lamp -1- from the roof using
Wedge Set - Wedge 1 - T10383/1- in direction of -arrows-.
Installing
Insert the interior lamp/reading lamp into the roof cutout and
clip it in.
2.32.2 Rear Interior Lamp/Reading Lamp, Re

moving and Installing, Vehicles with

Panorama Sliding Sunroof
Removing
Lower the headliner. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ;
Roof Trim Panels; Headliner, Removing and Installing .
Pry up the frame -1-.
Remove the interior lamp -2-.
Installing
2. Controls 225
Audi Q7 2016
2.33 Garage Door Opener Control Head -

Removing
Remove the Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor - G578- , if
equipped. Refer to
3.3 Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor G578 , Removing and
Carefully
Protected push the Copying
by copyright. catches to the
for private side in direction
or commercial of or in whole, is not
purposes, in part
-arrows-.
Remove the control head -2- from the front interior lamp/read
ing lamp -1-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
3 Anti-Theft Alarm System

3.1 Overview - Interior Monitoring, page 227
3.2 Alarm Horn H12 , Removing and Installing, page 227
3.3 Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor G578 , Removing and
3.1 Overview - Interior Monitoring
1 - Alarm Horn - H12-

Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.2 Alarm Horn H12 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 227 .
2 - Bracket Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
For Alarm Horn - H12- with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
3 - Nut
3 Nm
4 - Nut
3 Nm
5 - Anti-Theft Alarm System
Sensor - G578-
With interior monitoring
individual sensor
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.3 Anti-Theft Alarm
System Sensor G578 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 228 .
6 - Front Roof Module - WX3-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
fort System Central
Removing and Instal
ling .
8 - Bracket
For the comfort system central control module
9 - Interior Monitoring and Vehicle Inclination Deactivation Button - E616-
2.2 Component Location Overview - Controls in Front Doors, page 202 .
3.2 Alarm Horn - H12- , Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Remove the fresh air intake. Refer to Heating, Ventilation
and Air Conditioning; Rep. Gr. 87 ; Rear Heater and A/C Unit .
3. Anti-Theft Alarm System 227

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the nut -1-.
Remove the bracket -2- with alarm horn upward.
Remove the nut -1- and the bracket -2- from the alarm horn
-3-.
Installing
Refer to 3.1 Overview - Interior Monitoring, page 227
3.3 Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor -

G578- , Removing and Installing
TIP Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
If the Anti-Theft Alarm System Sensor - G578-
with respect were replaced,
to the correctness of information it
in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
must be readapted using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .
Removing
anti-theft alarm system sensor -2- from the interior lamp/read
ing lamp.
Release the retainer -3- and loosen the individual sensors
-1, 4 and 5- for interior monitoring from the interior lamp/read
ing lamp.
Free up the wire.
Remove the anti-theft alarm system sensor.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
4 Lane Change Assistance

4.1 Overview - Lane Change Assistance, page 229
4.2 Lane Change Assistance Warning Lamp In Driver and
Front Passenger Exterior Rearview Mirror K233 / K234 , Remov
4.3 Lane Change Assistance Control Module J769 / J770 ,
4.4 Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating, page 230
4.1 Overview - Lane Change Assistance
1 - Lane Change Assistance

Warning Lamp in Driver Exte
rior Rearview Mirror - K233-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
4.2 Lane Change As
sistance Warning Lamp
In Driver and Front Pas
senger Exterior Rear
view Mirror K233 /
K234 , Removing and
Warning Lamp in Front Pas
senger Exterior Rearview Mir Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
ror - K234- permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
4.2 Lane Change As
sistance Warning Lamp
In Driver and Front Pas
senger Exterior Rear
view Mirror K233 /
K234 , Removing and
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
4.3 Lane Change As
sistance Control Module
J769 / J770 , Removing
and Installing,
page 230 .
Calibrating. Refer to
4.4 Lane Change As
sistance, Calibrating,
page 230 .
4 - Lane Change Assistance Control Module 2 - J770-
4.3 Lane Change Assistance Control Module J769 / J770 , Removing and Installing, page 230 .
Calibrating. Refer to 4.4 Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating, page 230 .
4.2 Lane Change Assistance Warning

Lamp In Driver and Front Passenger Ex
4. Lane Change Assistance 229

Audi Q7 2016
terior Rearview Mirror -K233- / -K234- ,

Removing
Remove the mirror trim. Refer to Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.
66 ; Exterior Rearview Mirror; Mirror Trim, Removing and In
stalling .
Release the catches in direction of -A arrows- and remove the
warning lamp -2- from the mirror cap -1- in direction of
-arrow B-.
Installing
If an LED is faulty, the entire lane change assistance warning
lamp in the exterior rearview mirror must be replaced.
4.3 Lane Change Assistance Control Mod

ule -J769- / -J770- , Removing and In
stalling
Removing
Grasp behind the bumper cover and disconnect the connector
-1-.
Release the catch -3- and pivot out the control module -4- in
Disengage and remove the control module from the lower
mount -2-.
Installing
Calibrate the Lane Change Assistance Control Modules -
J769- / -J770- . Refer to
4.4 Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating, page 230 .
4.4 Lane Change Assistance, Calibrating

Calibration Unit - VAS6350A-
When a software update should be made, this must be per
formed before the calibration.

Audi Q7 2016
Conditions
The Lane Change Assistance Control Modules -J769- / -J770-
must be calibrated in the Guided Fault Finding or Guided
Functions operating mode under the following conditions. Re
fer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester :
Lane Change Assistance Control Module - J769- or Lane
Change Assistance Control Module 2 - J770- was replaced.
The rear bumper cover was damaged by a parking block, for
example.
The rear bumper cover was removed and installed.
The threaded connections on the bumper mount are loosened.
memory.
Preparing for Calibration
1 - Calibration Tool - Spacing

Laser - VAS6350/2-
For distance measure
ment
Usage information. Re
fer to the Owner's Man
ual.
2 - Calibration Unit -
VAS6350A-
3 - Level
On the Calibration Unit -
VAS6350A-
To check the horizontal
position of the Calibra
tion Unit - VAS6350A-
4 - Catch Bracket
To mount the Calibra
tion Tool - Spacing La
ser Calibration Tool -
Spacing Laser -
VAS6350/2- for the dis
tance measurement
Distance to the Calibra
tion Tool - Wheel Center
Mountings -
VAS6350/1- on the rear
wheels: dimension -a- =
1700 2 mm
5 - Calibration Tool -Protected
Lane by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Change Calibration Tool -
VAS6350/4-
Is moved from one side

of the measuring field to
the other during calibra
tion
When installed correctly, the vehicle electrical system voltage line must be connected at lower left of the
calibration device (as seen in direction of travel)
6 - Brand Emblem
The laser point is aligned to the center of the brand emblem

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Calibration Tool - Wheel Center Mountings - VAS6350/1-

With wheel bolt adapter and measuring paddle
8 - Measuring Scale
For positioning the Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool - VAS6350/4-
9 - Calibration Tool - Linear Laser - VAS6350/3-
With laser protective eyewear
On the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A-
Switching on and off. Refer to Owner's Manual.
10 - Plastic Foot
Quantity: 3
Can be adjusted when setting the horizontal position of the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A-
Preliminary Work
Move the vehicle onto a solid, flat surface.
On vehicles with air suspension activate the standard vehicle
height (MMI air suspension: comfort or radio).
Apply the parking brake - the vehicle must not move during the
measurement.
Place the front wheels in a straight-ahead position - steering
wheel in neutral position.
TIP
If a malfunction message appears in the display. Refer to the Ve
hicle Diagnostic Tester .
Turn on the ignition. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Remove the label with the metal

respect foil
to thefrom the bumper cover, if
with correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
necessary.
Secure three suitable wheel bolt adapters for the wheel bolts
on each Calibration Tool - Wheel Center Mountings -
VAS6350/1- .
Insert the measuring paddle at both Calibration Tool - Wheel
Center Mountings - VAS6350/1- and secure with the locking
nut.
Place the Calibration Tool - Wheel Center Mountings -
VAS6350/1- onto the wheel bolts on both rear wheels.
The wheel center mounting rotation center must be in the
wheel rotation center.
Place the Calibration Tool - Wheel Center Mountings -
VAS6350/1- on the wheels so that the anti-theft wheel bolts
are not connected to the wheel center mounting.
Adjust the measuring paddle using the locking nuts so that
they move freely just above the floor.
The measuring paddles must move easily.
The measuring paddles must be vertical.

Audi Q7 2016
Position the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A- at distance -a- to

the rear wheels.
Dimension -a- = 1,700 mm
Switch on the Calibration Tool - Spacing Laser - VAS6350/2-

with the ON button. Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Display on the Calibration Tool - Spacing
with respect Laser of- VAS6350/2-
to the correctness :
information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
- - - m
The laser is switched on at same time.
For distance measurement, hold the Calibration Tool - Spac

ing Laser - VAS6350/2- -2- flush to the left catch bracket as
shown.
The Calibration Tool - Spacing Laser - VAS6350/2- must lie
firmly against the catch bracket.
Make sure the laser beam for the distance measurement
contacts the enlarged lower part on the paddle -1-.
If this is not the case, measuring paddle height must be corrected
using locking nuts on Calibration Tool - Wheel Center Mountings
- VAS6350/1- .

Audi Q7 2016
Briefly press the ON button for distance measurement.

Display on the Calibration Tool - Spacing Laser - VAS6350/2- :
1,700 m (specified value: 1700 2 mm).
Repeat the measuring procedure from the right stop bracket
to the right rear wheel.
The distance value must be the same on both sides.
If both measured values are not the same, adjust the Calibration
Unit - VAS6350A- accordingly.
Calibrating
Body
3C - Lane Change Assistance Control Module -J769
3C - Lane change assistance control module, functions
3C Protected
- Calibration
Start with
therespect
selected programof information
to the correctness and follow the
in this instructions
document. inAUDI
Copyright by theAG.
TIP
The following information clarifies which version of the lane
change assistance is installed in the vehicle (SWA3.0).
This information for adjusting the calibration device is important
for later steps in the procedure to avoid malfunctions.
Secure the Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool -

VAS6350/4- to the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A- mount on the
rear left.
When installed correctly, the vehicle electrical system voltage
wire must be connected at the bottom left of the calibration
device (as seen in direction of travel).
Dimension -a- is measured from the upper edge of the calibration
device to the floor.

Audi Q7 2016
Model Q7 Basic SQ7/Q7 S line

Adjustment dimension height in 681 675
mm
dimension -a-
The indicator on the base of the Calibration Tool - Lane

Change Calibration Tool Calibration Tool - Lane Change Cal
ibration Tool - VAS6350/4- must align with adjustment dimen
sion on the measuring scale -1- on measuring field -arrow-.
Left adjustment dimension read in 800 817
mm
on the measuring scale-1-
Connect the Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool

Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool - VAS6350/4-
to the vehicle electrical system voltage.
Bring the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A- into a horizontal posi
tion by turning the plastic feet.
Observe the bubble level (sight glass) on the Calibration Unit
- VAS6350A- -arrow-.
Turn on the Calibration Laser - VAS6350/3A- on the Calibra

tion Unit - VAS6350A- .
Wear laser protective eyewear.
Align the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A- so that the Calibration
Tool - Linear Laser - VAS6350/3- strikes the center of the
brand emblem on
Protected by the rear
copyright. lid.for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Copying

Audi Q7 2016
Check the distance on the left and right sides between the
catch brackets of the Calibration Unit - VAS6350A- and the
measuring paddles -1- on wheel mountings again.
Specified value: 1700 2 mm
Calibration Procedure
The following should not occur during the calibration procedure:
There must be no metal reflectors within a 2 m radius of the
calibration device (for example, tool carts, metal cabinets).
Vehicle doors must not be opened or closed.
People must not sit in the vehicle.
People must not go between the vehicle and the Calibration
Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool - VAS6350/4- .
Procedure Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Turn on the Calibration Tool - LanewithChange Calibration
respect to the Tool - in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
correctness of information
VAS6350/4- at the power switch -3-.
The green LED -1- must turn on.
If the red LED -2- comes on: Check the -VAS 6350/4- .
Follow the instructions in the vehicle diagnostic tester display.
During the program sequence, there is a prompt to switch the

Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool - VAS6350/4-
from the left to the right side of the Calibration Tool - VAS6350- .
Turn off the Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool -
VAS6350/4- and reposition the calibration tool.
When installed correctly, the vehicle electrical system voltage
wire must be connected at the bottom left of the calibration
device (as seen in direction of travel).
Dimension -a- is measured from the upper edge of the calibration
device to the floor.

Adjustment dimension height in 681 675
mm
dimension -a-
The indicator on the base of the Calibration Tool - Lane

Change Calibration Tool - VAS6350/4- must align with adjust
ment dimension on the measuring scale -1- on measuring field
-arrow-.

Audi Q7 2016

Right adjustment dimension read in 800 817
mm
on the measuring scale-1-
Turn on the Calibration Tool - Lane Change Calibration Tool -

VAS6350/4- at the power switch -3-.
The green LED -1- must turn on.
Follow the instructions in the vehicle diagnostic tester display.
After calibrating the lane change assistance successfully, end
calibration, switch off the ignition and disconnect the data link
connector.

Audi Q7 2016
5 Driver Assistance Systems Front

Camera
5.1 Component Location Overview - Driver Assistance Sys
tems Front Camera, page 238
5.2 Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera, Removing and
5.1 Component Location Overview - Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera
1 - Cover
2 - Driver Assistance Systems
Front Camera - R242-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
5.2.1 Driver Assis
tance Systems Front
Camera, Removing and
Replacing. Refer to
5.2.2 Driver Assis
tance Systems Front
Camera, Replacing,
page 241 .
3 - Silicone Pad
Replace after removal
4 - Baseplate
Cannot be separated
from the windshield
5 - Connector

Audi Q7 2016
5.2 Driver Assistance Systems Front Cam

era, Removing and Installing
5.2.1 Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera, Removing
5.2.2 Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera, Replacing,
page 241
5.2.1 Driver Assistance Systems Front Cam

era, Removing and Installing
Medium-hard clip release lever, narrow from the Scraper Set
- VAS6845-
Removing
Unclip the cover -1- with the narrow, medium-hard clip release
lever -arrows A through C-, by carefully inserting the clip re
lease lever between the windshield and the cover.
Repeat the procedure on the opposite side.
Disengage the front cover and remove toward the rear.
Free up the wire if necessary.
Release the securing clip -3- -arrow- and remove the driver
assistance systems front camera -2- from the mount -1-.
Installing
Replace the silicone pad.
The camera field of vision on the inside of the windshield must
not be fogged up or dirty.
Remove the silicone pad -3- from the front camera -2- without
leaving any residue.
Clean the adhesive surface -1- on the front camera with a lint-
free towel.
5. Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera 239

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the silicone paper -1- from the silicone pad -2-.
The clear protective film -3- remains on the silicone pad as an
assembly aid.
Position the silicone pad -2- on the front camera -3- using the
clear protective film -1-.
Press the silicone pad through the protective film onto the front
camera free of bubbles.
Remove the protective film -2- from the silicone pad -1-.
TIP:
film just before installing it.

Audi Q7 2016
Insert the front camera -2- in the mount -1- -A arrows-.

Push the front camera using light force onto the mount
-arrow B-.
TIP:
If not all bubbles are removed then pressing on the silicone pad,
the bubbles will be pushed out on the windshield when locking
the front camera due to contact pressure.
Push the securing clip -1- in the direction of the -arrow-.

To prevent a malfunction of the assistance systems, the driver
assistance systems front camera must not have any embed
ded objects or bubbles between it and the windshield.
Calibrate the driver assistance systems front camera. Refer to
Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr. 44 ; Driver Assis
tance Systems Front Camera; Driver Assistance Systems
Front Camera, Calibrating .
5.2.2 Driver Assistance Systems Front Cam

era, Replacing
Special tools and workshop equipment required permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
- VAS6845-
TIP
If replacing the control module, select the Replace control mod
ule function for the corresponding control module on the Vehicle
Diagnostic Tester .

Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Unclip the cover -1- with the narrow, medium-hard clip release
lever -arrows A through C-, by carefully inserting the clip re
lease lever between the windshield and the cover.
Repeat the procedure on the opposite side.
Disengage the front cover and remove toward the rear.
Free up the wire if necessary.
Release the securing clip -3- -arrow- and remove the driver
assistance systems front camera -2- from the mount -1-.
Solution - D 009 401 04- .
Any silicone residue must be completely removed.
Installing
The camera field of vision on the inside of the windshield must
not be fogged up or dirty.
Release the catch and remove the protective cap -3- from the
front camera -2-.
TIP
cap just before installing it.

Audi Q7 2016
Insert the front camera -2- in the mount -1- -A arrows-.

Push the front camera using light force onto the mount
-arrow B-.
TIP
If not all bubbles are removed then pressing on the silicone pad,
the bubbles will be pushed out on the windshield when locking
the front camera due to contact pressure.
Push the securing clip -1- in the direction of the -arrow-.

To prevent a malfunction of the assistance systems, the driver
assistance systems front camera must not have any embed
ded objects or bubbles between it and the windshield.
Calibrate the driver assistance systems front camera. Refer to
Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr. 44 ; Driver Assis
tance Systems Front Camera; Driver Assistance Systems
Front Camera, Calibrating .

Audi Q7 2016
6 Trailer Hitch
6.1 Overview - Towing Recognition, page 244
6.2 Trailer Socket, page 244
6.1 Overview - Towing Recognition
1 - Towing Recognition Control

Module - J345-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
Trailer Hitch .
2 - Frame
For Towing Recognition
3 - Information Label
On the body on the left
rear
4 - Power Pivoting Trailer Hitch
Button - E474-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.25 Loading Sill
Lowering Control Head
E682 / Power Pivoting
Trailer Hitch Button
E474 , Removing and
5 - Trailer Hitch Bend Angle
Sensor - G820-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Body
Trailer Hitch; Overview -
Trailer Hitch .
6 - Trailer Socket - U10-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to Electri
cal Equipment General
Information; Rep. Gr.
96 ; Trailer Hitch .
7 - Connector
6.2 Trailer Socket with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

96 ; Trailer Hitch .

Audi Q7 2016
7 Cigarette Lighter and Socket

7.1 Overview - Cigarette Lighter, 12 V Socket, page 245
7.2 Cigarette Lighter U1 , Removing and Installing,
page 246
7.3 Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb L28 , Removing and
7.4 Socket Illumination Bulb L42 , Removing and Installing,
page 248
7.5 12 V Socket 2 U18 , Removing and Installing,
page 248
page 250
page 251
7.8 12 V Socket 4 U20 , Replacing, page 252
7.1 Overview - Cigarette Lighter, 12 V Socket
1 - Front Ashtray
2 - Folding Compartment
Socket
sions.
Versions with 12 V
Socket 2 - U18- and 12
V Socket 3 - U19-
3 - Socket Trim
There are to
with respect different verof information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
the correctness
sions.
Versions with 12 V
Socket 2 - U18- and 12
V Socket 3 - U19-
4 - Rear Seat Heating Socket/
Button Trim
sions.
Versions with 12 V
Socket 2 - U18-
5 - 12 V Socket 4 - U20-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
7.7 12 V Socket 4
U20 , Removing and In
Replacing. Refer to
7.8 12 V Socket 4
U20 , Replacing,
page 252 .
6 - Mount with Cover
For the 12 V Socket 4 -
U20-
7. Cigarette Lighter and Socket 245

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Luggage Compartment Side Trim Panel

8 - Nut
2 Nm
9 - Cigarette Lighter
10 - 12 V Socket 3 - U19-
Removing and installing. Refer to 7.6 12 V Socket 3 U19 , Removing and Installing, page 250 .
11 - Socket Illumination Bulb - L42-
For 12 V Socket 3 - U19-
7.4 Socket Illumination Bulb L42 , Removing and Installing, page 248 .
12 - Blind Cover
13 - 12 V Protected
Socketby2copyright.
- U18-Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Removing and authorised
permitted unless installing. Refer
by AUDI to AG7.5
AG. AUDI 12guarantee
does not V Socket 2 U18
or accept , Removing and Installing, page 248 .
any liability
14 - Socket Illumination Bulb - L42-
For 12 V Socket 2 - U18-
15 - Cigarette Lighter/Blind Cover
16 - Cigarette Lighter/12 V Socket
There are different versions.
Versions with Cigarette Lighter - U1- or 12 V Socket - U5-
Removing and installing. Refer to 7.2 Cigarette Lighter U1 , Removing and Installing, page 246 .
17 - Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb
There are different versions.
Versions with Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb - L28- for Cigarette Lighter - U1-
7.3 Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb L28 , Removing and Installing, page 248 .
Versions with Socket Illumination Bulb - L42- for 12 V Socket - U5-
7.2 Cigarette Lighter - U1- , Removing and

Installing
Cigarette Lighter Release Tool - T40148-
The 12 V Socket - U5- is removed in the same way.
Removing
Open the ashtray and remove the lighter.

Audi Q7 2016
The release tabs -2- on the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool -

T40148- must engage in the openings on the cigarette lighter
-3- -arrow-. To do so, the threaded rod -1- must be slid all the
way down.
Slide the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool - T40148- all the way
into the cigarette lighter -1-.
Turn the thumbwheel -2- on the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool
- T40148- clockwise all the way to the end stop.
The piston -2- is pulled upward and the release tabs -1- on the
Cigarette Lighter Release Tool - T40148- spread in direction
of -arrows-. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Remove the cigarette lighter using the Cigarette Lighter Re

lease Tool - T40148- from the illumination ring with the Ciga
rette Lighter Illumination Bulb - L28- .
Guide the wire out through the mount.
Installing
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to the preglow from the removed cigarette
lighter socket.
Check the tab on the socket.
After removal of the socket push the springs back together.
Remove the support -1- on the Cigarette Lighter Release Tool

- T40148- .
Slide the piston down and hold it in place.
- T40148- counter-clockwise -arrow-. This loosens the release
tabs -2- on the cigarette lighter -3- so the Cigarette Lighter
Release Tool - T40148- can be removed.

Audi Q7 2016
7.3 Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb -

L28- , Removing and Installing
Removing
Remove the cigarette lighter. Refer to
7.2 Cigarette Lighter U1 , Removing and Installing,
page 246 .
Release the retainers -arrows-.
Remove the illumination ring -1- with the Cigarette Lighter Il
lumination Bulb - L28- from the trim -2-.
Installing
7.4 Socket Illumination Bulb - L42- , Remov

ing and Installing
Removing
Remove the cigarette lighter. Refer to Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
7 Cigarette Lighter and Socket, page 245 . permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

Remove the illumination ring -1- with the Cigarette Lighter Il
lumination Bulb - L28- from the trim -2-.
Installing
7.5 12 V Socket 2 - U18- , Removing and

Installing
Removing
Folding Compartment Socket
Remove the rear center console trim. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Center Console Rear Trim,
Open the folding compartment and remove the lighter/blind
cover.
Socket Trim
Remove the socket trim. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
68 ; Center Console; Display Control Head Trim, Removing
and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the lighter/blind cover.

Continuation for All
The release tabs -2- on the -T40148- must engage in the
openings on the cigarette lighter -3- in direction of -arrow-. To
do so, the threaded rod -1- must be slid all the way down.
Slide the -T40148- all the way into the cigarette lighter -1-.
Turn the thumbwheel -2- on the -T40148- clockwise all the way
to the end stop.
-T40148- spread in direction of -arrows-.
Remove the cigarette lighter using the -T40148- from the illu
mination ring with the Cigarette Lighter Illumination Bulb -
L28- .
Installing
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to the preglow from the removed
Protected cigarette
lighter socket. permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Check the tab on the socket. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Remove the support -1- on the -T40148- .

Turn the thumbwheel -4- on the -T40148- counter-clockwise
in direction of -arrow-. This loosens the release tabs -2- on the
cigarette lighter -3- so the -T40148- can be removed.

Audi Q7 2016

Installing
Removing
Folding Compartment Socket
Remove the rear center console trim. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 68 ; Center Console; Center Console Rear byTrim,
Protected copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Removing and Installing . permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Open the folding compartment and remove the lighter/blind
cover.
Socket Trim
Remove the socket trim. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
68 ; Center Console; Display Control Head Trim, Removing
and Installing .
Remove the lighter/blind cover.
Continuation for All
T40148- must engage in the openings on the cigarette lighter
-3- in direction of -arrow-. To do so, the threaded rod -1- must
be slid all the way down.
into the cigarette lighter -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
of -arrows-.
Remove the cigarette lighter using the Cigarette Lighter Re
lease Tool - T40148- from the illumination ring with the Ciga
rette Lighter Illumination Bulb - L28- .
Installing
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to the preglow from the removed cigarette
lighter socket.
Check the tab on the socket.

- T40148- .
Slide the
permitted piston
unless down
authorised andAG.hold
by AUDI AUDIitAG
indoes
place.
- T40148- counter-clockwise in direction of -arrow-. This loos
ens the release tabs -2- on the cigarette lighter -3- so the
Cigarette Lighter Release Tool - T40148- can be removed.

Installing
Removing
Remove the cap.
Pivot the button trim -1- out of the mount in direction of
-arrow C-.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nut -2-.

Remove the 12 V socket -3- from the luggage compartment
side trim panel -1-.
If the 12 V socket cannot be removed as described the luggage
compartment side trim panel in the area of the 12 V socket
must be loosened. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ;
Luggage Compartment Trim Panels; Luggage Compartment
Side Trim Panel, Removing and Installing .
Installing
Tightening Specifications Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Refer to with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
7.1 Overview - Cigarette Lighter, 12 V Socket, page 245
Refer to
page 206
7.8 12 V Socket 4 - U20- , Replacing

Removing
T40148- must engage in the 12 V socket openings -3- in
direction of -arrow-. To do so, the threaded rod -1- must be slid
all the way down.
Open the mount cover -2- and hold it in that position.

into the 12 V socket -3-.

Audi Q7 2016
of -arrows-.
Remove the 12 V socket from the luggage compartment side
trim panel.
Installing

- T40148- .
- T40148- counter-clockwise -arrow-. This loosens the release
tabs -2- on the 12 V socket -3- so the Cigarette Lighter Release
Tool - T40148- can be removed.

Audi Q7 2016
8 Special Tools
Wedge Set - T10383-

Calibration Unit - VAS6350A-
Connecting Rod Support - 3090-

Audi Q7 2016

- VAS6845-

Audi Q7 2016
97 Wiring
1 Relay Panels, Fuse Panels and E-
Boxes
1.1 Component Location Overview - Relay Panels, Fuse Pan
els and E-Boxes, page 256
1.2 Front Left Relay and Fuse Panel, Removing and Installing,
page 265
1.3 Suppressor C24 , Removing and Installing, page 269
1.4 Wire Junction, Removing and Installing, page 270
1.5 Protective Diode J201 , Removing and Installing,
page 279
1.6 Fuse Panel C SC , Removing and Installing, page 280
1.7 Relay and Fuse Panels Inside Luggage Compartment on
Left Side, Removing and Installing, page 281
1.1 Component Location Overview - Relay

Panels, Fuse Panels and E-Boxes
1.1.1 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Instrument
Panel, E-Boxes Engine Compartment, page 256
1.1.2 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Fuse Pan
el, E-Boxes, Left Footwell, page 259
1.1.3 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Fuse Pan
el, E-Boxes, Right Footwell, page 260
1.1.4 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Instrument
Panel, E-Boxes, Luggage Compartment, page 261
1.1.1 Overview - Component Location

Protected byRelay
Panel, Instrument Panel, E-Boxes

with respectEn
gine Compartment
Component Location Overview - Terminal 30 Wire Junction - TV2-
and Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 - TV22- . Refer to
page 256 .
Component Location Overview - 48V System Wire Junction. Re
fer to page 258 .
Component Location Overview- Terminal 30 Wire Junction - TV2-
and Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 - TV22-
256 Rep. Gr.97 - Wiring

Audi Q7 2016
1 - Relay and Fuse Panel 1 -

SR1-
2 - Relay and Fuse Panel 2 -
SR2-
3 - Nut
3 Nm
4 - Mount
For relay and fuse panel
5 - Nut
16 Nm
6 - Nut
16 Nm
7 - Positive Cable
From the battery
8 - Wire
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
9 - Wire
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
10 - Nut
9 Nm
11 - Nut
9 Nm
12 - Nut
9 Nm
13 - Nut
respect
with 9 Nm to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
14 - Wire
Allocation. Refer to Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations.
15 - Wire
16 - Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 - TV22-
Removing and installing. Refer to 1.4.5 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 TV22 , page 274 .
17 - Nut
7.5 Nm
18 - Cover
Removing and Installing. Refer to 1.3.1 Suppressor C24 , Removing and Installing, page 269 .
20 - Terminal 30 Wire Junction - TV2-
1.4.3 Terminal 30 Wire Junction TV2 , Removing and Installing, page 272 .
21 - Nut
3 Nm
1. Relay Panels, Fuse Panels and E-Boxes 257

Audi Q7 2016
Quantity: 3
22 - Positive Cable
To starter, generator
Component Location Overview - 48V System Wire Junction
1 - Mount
For Suppressor - C24-
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.3.2 Suppressor
C24 , Removing and In
stalling, 48V System,
page 269 .
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.3.2 Suppressor
C24 , Removing and In
stalling, 48V System,
page 269 .
3 - Cap
4 - Positive Cable
To starter, generator
5 - Nut
16 Nm
6 - Positive Cable
From the 12V battery
7 - Nut
20 Nm
8 - Terminal 30 Wire Junction
2 - TV22-
Component Location
Overview. Refer to
page 256 .
Tightening specification with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
-item 17-
Item 17 (page 257) .
10 - Wire
To the Suspension Stabilization Control Module 1 - J1152-
11 - Nut
20 Nm
12 - Wire
To the Electric Compressor Control Module - J1123-
13 - Nut
9 Nm
1.4.6 Terminal 40 Wire Junction TV66 , Removing and Installing, page 275 .

Audi Q7 2016
15 - Bolt
3 Nm
Quantity: 2
16 - Nut
3 Nm
Quantity: 3
1.4.4 Terminal 30 Wire Junction TV2 , Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 48V System,
page 274 .
1.1.2 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Fuse Panel, E-Boxes, Left
Footwell
1 - Nut
3 Nm
Quantity: 3
2 - Fuse Panel B - SB-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.2.1 Fuse Panel B
SB , Removing and In
3 - Fuse Panel C - SC-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.6 Fuse Panel C
SC , Removing and In
4 - Mount
For the fuse panel C
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.6 Fuse Panel C
SC , Removing and In
stalling, page 280 . Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
5 - Upper Fuse Panel permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
6 - Lower Fuse Panel
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
7 - Relay Mount
Wiring diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component locations.
8 - Auxiliary Fuse Panel

Audi Q7 2016
1.1.3 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Fuse Panel, E-Boxes, Right
Footwell
1 - Wire Junction
Vehicles without a high-
voltage system: Wire
Junction - TV1-
Vehicles with high-volt
age system: Terminal
30 Wire Junction 3 -
TV28-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.4 Wire Junction,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 270 .
2 - Positive Cable
From the battery
9 Nm.
3 - Connector
4 - Protective Diode - J201-
Only vehicles with high-
voltage system
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.5 Protective Diode
9 Nm with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
6 - Line
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
7 - Nut
9 Nm
8 - Nut
9 Nm
9 - Nut
9 Nm
10 - Nut
9 Nm
11 - Nut
9 Nm
12 - Line
13 - Line
Tightening specification 20 Nm

Audi Q7 2016
14 - Line
15 - Line
16 - Line
17 - Nut
3 Nm
Quantity: 2
18 - Main Fuse Panel
Tightening specifications of the wires. Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification for the Main Fuse Panel , page 261 .
1.7.4 Main Fuse Panel on Battery, Removing and Installing, page 284 .
19 - Battery
Tightening Specification for the Main Fuse Panel
1- Nut - 9 Nm
2- Screw - 3.5 Nm
3- Main Fuse Panel to Battery
4- Nut - 9 Nm
5- Nut - 9 Nm
6- Battery Interrupt Igniter - N253-
7- Wire - 9 Nm
1.1.4 Overview - Component Location Relay

Panel, Instrument Panel, E-Boxes, Lug
gage Compartment
Vehicles without high-voltage system. Refer to page 261 .
Vehicles with high-voltage system. Refer to page 262 .
Vehicles with 48V System. Refer to page 263 .
Vehicles without High-Voltage System

Audi Q7 2016
1 - Mount
For the relay and fuse
panel
2 - Relay and Fuse Panel F -
SF-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
1.7.1 Fuse Panel F
SF , Removing and In
4 - Relay Mount
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
5 - Fuse Panel
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
Vehicles with High-Voltage System

Audi Q7 2016
1 - Fuse Panel
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
3 - Relay Mount
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
4 - Mount
For the High-Voltage
Battery Charging Sock
et 1 - UX4-
5 - Relay and Fuse Panel F -
SF-
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.7.1 Fuse Panel F
SF , Removing and In
6 - Nut
3.5 Nm
Vehicles with 48V System

Audi Q7 2016
A - Wire Junction - 5-Seater

1 - Terminal 40 Wire Junction
2 - TV67-
Removing and Instal
ling. Refer to
1.4.7 Terminal 40
Wire Junction 2 TV67 ,
Removing and Instal
ling, 5-Seater,
page 276 .
2 - Bracket
For wire junction
3 - Nut
3.5 Nm
4 - Line
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &
5 - Nut
20 Nm
6 - Line
Wiring diagrams,
Troubleshooting &

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Nut
20 Nm
8 - Bolt
5 Nm
9 - Line
Tightening specification: 9 Nm
10 - Line
B - Wire Junction - 7-Seater
1 - Bracket
For voltage converter and wire junction
2 - Terminal 40 WireProtected
Junction 2 - TV67-
Removing and Installing.
with respect toRefer to of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
the correctness
1.4.8 Terminal 40 Wire Junction 2 TV67 , Removing and Installing, 7-Seater, page 278 .
3 - Bolt
5 Nm
4 - Line
5 - Line
6 - Nut
20 Nm
7 - Nut
20 Nm
8 - Line
9 - Line
1.2 Front Left Relay and Fuse Panel, Re

1.2.1 Fuse Panel B SB , Removing and Installing,
page 265
1.2.2 Fuse Panel, Removing and Installing, page 268
1.2.1 Fuse Panel B - SB- , Removing and In

stalling

Audi Q7 2016
Removing
Loosen and fold back the left front carpet. Refer to Body
Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; Carpet,
Disconnect the connectors -1 to 4-, the antenna wire -5- and
the connector -4- for the fiber-optic cable.
Caps - VAS6223/9- -1-.

TIP
light transmission.

Audi Q7 2016

Cut the cable ties -1, 2, 3 and 5-.
Remove the fuse panel B -3- from the threaded pin.
Release the tab in direction of -arrow-, push fuse panel -2- to

the rear and disengage it from the fuse panel B -1-.
Open the clip and remove the auxiliary fuse panel -2-.
Release the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the relay
-1- and the control modules from the relay panels.

Audi Q7 2016
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and press the relay pan
el -3- toward the rear and out of the bracket -4-.
Open the clip -1- and remove the connector terminal -2- from
the bracket.
Remove the fuse panel B.
Installing
Refer to
1.1.2 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Fuse

Panel, E-Boxes, Left Footwell, page 259
1.2.2 Fuse Panel, Removing and Installing

Removing
Remove the fuse panel B. Refer to
1.2.1 Fuse Panel B SB , Removing and Installing,
page 265 .
Unlock the release and remove it from the fuse panel.
Remove the fuses from the fuse panel.
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the fuse
panel cover.
Pull off retaining strip -1- for the connectors in direction of

-arrow- and remove the connectors from the plug-in socket
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
1.3 Suppressor - C24- , Removing and In

stalling
1.3.1 Suppressor C24 , Removing and Installing, page 269
1.3.2 Suppressor C24 , Removing and Installing, 48V Sys
tem, page 269
1.3.1 Suppressor - C24- , Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Remove the terminal 30 wire junction. Refer to
1.4.3 Terminal 30 Wire Junction TV2 , Removing and In
Release the retainers -arrows- and remove the cover -2-.
Push the suppressor -1- upward and out of the housing -3-
from below and remove it.
Installing
1.3.2 Suppressor - C24- , Removing and In

stalling, 48V System
Removing
suppressor.
Release the retainers in direction of -arrows- and remove the

cover -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
Push the suppressor -2- upward and out of the housing -1-
from below -arrow- and remove it.
Installing
1.4 Wire Junction, Removing and Installing

1.4.1 Wire Junction TV1 , Removing and Installing, Vehicles
without High-Voltage System, page 270
1.4.2 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 3 TV28 , Removing and In
stalling, Vehicles with High-Voltage System, page 271
1.4.3 Terminal 30 Wire Junction TV2 , Removing and Instal
ling, page 272
ling, Vehicles with 48V System, page 274
1.4.5 Terminal 30 Wire permitted
Junction 2 authorised
unless TV22 ,bypage 274
ling, page 275
stalling, 5-Seater, page 276
stalling, 7-Seater, page 278
1.4.1 Wire Junction - TV1- , Removing and In

stalling, Vehicles without High-Voltage
System
Removing
Remove the front sill panel. Refer to Body Interior; Rep. Gr.
70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; Sill Panel, Removing and
Installing .
Remove the A-pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Body Interior;
Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; A-Pillar Trim Panel,

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the screw clips -A-.

Loosen and remove the insulation -B- from the A/C unit air
intake manifold.
Push the carpet in the area of the footwell to the side as far as
possible.

Remove the nuts -2 and 4- and free up the wires -1 and 3-.
Remove the E-box -5-.
Installing
Refer to
Panel, E-Boxes, Right Footwell, page 260
1.4.2 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 3 - TV28- ,

Removing and Installing, Vehicles with
High-Voltage System
Removing
On vehicles with 48 volt system (PR number VH2) must
Protected by be de- Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
copyright.
energized before the 48 V system. Refer to permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing, page 13 . with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.

Audi Q7 2016
Installing .
intake manifold.
possible.


Remove the wires -2 and 7-.
Remove the nuts -5, 8 and 9- and free up the wires.
Remove the E-box -4-.
Installing
Refer to
1.4.3 Terminal 30 Wire Junction - TV2- , Re

Removing permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

Audi Q7 2016

Remove the terminal 30 wire junction 2 and move to the side
with the lines still connected. Refer to
1.4.5 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 TV22 , page 274 .
Remove the wire junction -1- from the threaded pins.
Installing
Refer to
1.1.1 Overview - Component Location Relay Panel, Instru
ment Panel, E-Boxes Engine Compartment, page 256

Audi Q7 2016

moving and Installing, Vehicles with 48V
System
Removing
Remove the terminal 30 wire junction 2 and move to the side
with the wires still connected. Refer to
1.4.5 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 TV22 , page 274 .
Remove the terminal 40 wire junction and move it to the side
with the wires still connected. Refer to
1.4.6 Terminal 40 Wire Junction TV66 , Removing and In
Installing
Refer to
1.4.5 Terminal 30 Wire Junction 2 - TV22-

Removing

Audi Q7 2016

Open the cover in the sequence -2 and 1-.
Remove the wires -2 to 5- and free them up.

Remove the nut -6-.
Installing
Refer to

Removing
Release the retainer -arrow- and open the cover -1-.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nuts -3, 4 and 5- and free up the wires

-1, 2 and 6-.

Remove the 48V system wire junction -1-.
Installing
Re-energize the 48V
permitted unlesssystem. Refer
authorised by to AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
AUDI AG.
1.3.3 48V with
System,
respect toRe-Energizing, pagein 13
the correctness of information .
this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
48V System Wire Junction. Refer to page 258 .

Removing and Installing, 5-Seater
Wire Junction, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 48V Sys
tem, 5-Seater. Refer to page 276 .
Wire Junction Bracket, Removing and Installing. Refer to
page 277 .
Removing
Remove the luggage compartment floor trim panel. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim
Panels; Overview - Luggage Compartment Floor .
cover -1- -arrow B-.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the wire junction -6-.
Wire Junction Bracket, Removing and Installing


Movepermitted
the wire junction
unless authorised-2- withAG.
by AUDI theAUDI
wires connected
AG does toorthe
not guarantee side.
accept any liability

Audi Q7 2016
Free up the wire holder -1-.

Remove the nut -3- and then the bracket -2-.
Installing

Removing and Installing, 7-Seater
Removing
1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing, page 13 . Protected by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Remove the third row seat. Refer to Body Interior; Rep.withGr.
72 ; Rear Seats; Bench Seat/Single Seats, Removing and In
stalling .

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the wire junction -6-.
Installing
1.5 Protective Diode - J201- , Removing and

Installing
Removing
Installing .
intake manifold.
possible.

Audi Q7 2016


Remove the wire -2-.
Remove the nut -3-.
protective diode -4-.
Installing
Refer to
1.6 Fuse Panel C - SC- , Removing and In

stalling
Removing
stalling .
Open the clip -3- and remove fuse panel C -2- on the instru
ment panel central tube -1- in direction of -arrow-.

Audi Q7 2016
Release the tab in direction of -arrow-, push fuse panel -2- to

the rear and disengage it from the fuse panel C -1-.
Installing
1.7 Relay and Fuse Panels Inside Luggage

Compartment on Left Side, Removing
and Installing
1.7.1 Fuse Panel F SF , Removing and Installing,
page 281
1.7.2 Fuse Panel F SF , Removing and Installing, Vehicles
with High-Voltage System, page 282
1.7.3 Left Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel, Removing and
1.7.4 Main Fuse Panel on Battery, Removing and Installing,
page 284
1.7.1 Fuse Panel F - SF- , Removing and In

stalling
Removing
Remove the left luggage compartment side trim panel. Refer
to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim
Panels; Luggage Compartment Side Trim Panel,
Protected Removing
and Installing . permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Disconnect the connectors -2 and 3-.
Free up the connector -1-.
Release the retainers in direction of -arrow-.

Audi Q7 2016
Lift the fuse panel F -4- and remove to the right.

Open the clip in direction of -arrow- and remove the fuse panel
-2- from fuse panel F -1-.
Release the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the relay
-1- and the control modules from the relay panels.
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the relay

panel -2- from the fuse panel F -1- to the rear.
Remove fuse panel F.
Installing
Refer to
ment Panel, E-Boxes, Luggage Compartment, page 261
1.7.2 Fuse Panel F - SF- , Removing and In

stalling, Vehicles with High-Voltage Sys
tem
Removing
Remove the luggage compartment left trim panel. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Luggage Compartment Trim Pan
els; Luggage Compartment Side Trim Panel, Removing and
Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the nut -1-.

Remove the fuse panel F -2- to the right.
Open the clip in direction of -arrow- and remove the fuse panel
-2- from fuse panel F -1-.
Release the clips in the direction of -arrows- and remove the
relay -1- and the control modules from the relay panels.
Open the clips -arrows- and remove the relay panel -2- from
the fuse panel F -1- to the rear.
permitted
Remove fuse
unless panelby F.
authorised AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Installing
Refer to
ment Panel, E-Boxes, Luggage Compartment, page 261

Audi Q7 2016
1.7.3 Left Luggage Compartment Fuse Panel,

Removing
Remove the relay and fuse panel F inside the luggage com
partment on the left side. The relay mount remains clipped in.
Refer to
1.7 Relay and Fuse Panels Inside Luggage Compartment
on Left Side, Removing and Installing, page 281 .
Unlock the release and remove it from the fuse panel.
Remove the fuses from the fuse panel.
Open the clips in direction of -arrows- and remove the fuse
panel cover.
Pull off retaining strip -1- for the connectors in direction of

-arrow- and remove the connectors from the plug-in socket
Installing
1.7.4 Main Fuse Panel on Battery, Removing

and Installing
Removing
Protected

Audi Q7 2016
Open the cover -1- over the battery positive terminal.

Loosen the nut -3- several turns and remove the battery ter
minal clamp -2- for the positive cable from the battery terminal.
Release the catch -3- and open the flap -2- above the main
fuse panel -1- in direction of -arrow-.
Remove the wires -1, 2, 4, 5, and 6-.

Remove the main fuse panel -3-.
Installing
Refer to
Fig. Tightening Specification for the Main Fuse Panel ,
page 261

Audi Q7 2016
2 Control Modules
2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules,
page 286
2.2 Overview - Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface, page
287
2.3 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519 , Removing
2.4 Garage Door Opener Control Module, Removing and In
stalling, page 289
2.5 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface J533 , Removing
2.1 Component Location Overview - Control Modules

Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.3.1 Vehicle Electri
cal System Control
Module J519 , Remov
288 .
2 - Mount
For Vehicle Electrical
System Control Module
- J519-
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.3.2 Vehicle Electri
cal System Control
Module J519 Mount,
Removing and Instal
ling, page 288 .
3 - Left A-Pillar
4 - Data Bus On Board Diag
nostic Interface - J533- - Low
Catalog.
Overview. Refer
permitted unless to by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
authorised
2.2 Overview - Data
Bus on Board Diagnos

tic Interface,
page 287 .
5 - Mount
Catalog.
For Data Bus on Board
Diagnostic Interface - J533-
6 - Mount
For the rear bumper cover

Audi Q7 2016
7 - Garage Door Opener Control Module - J530-

2.4 Garage Door Opener Control Module, Removing and Installing, page 289 .
2.2 Overview - Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface

nostic Interface - J533- - Low
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
2.5.1 Data Bus on
Board Diagnostic Inter
face J533 , Removing
and Installing, Low Ver
sion, page 289 .
2 - Mount
For Data Bus On Board
Diagnostic Interface -
J533- - Low
3 - Mount
For Data Bus On Board
Diagnostic Interface -
J533- - High
nostic Interface - J533- - High
Removing and instal
2.5.2 Data Bus on permitted unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability
Board Diagnostic Inter with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
face J533 , Removing
and Installing, High Ver
sion, page 290 .
tor
Quantity: 2
Repair Set - Connector
Protective Caps -
VAS6223/9-
6 - Antenna Wire Connector
7 - Connector
For Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface - J533- - High
8 - Connector
For Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface - J533- - High
9 - Connector
For Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface - J533- - Low
2. Control Modules 287

Audi Q7 2016
2.3 Vehicle Electrical System Control Mod

ule - J519- , Removing and Installing
2.3.1 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519 , Re
2.3.2 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519 Mount,
2.3.1 Vehicle Electrical System Control Mod

ule - J519- , Removing and Installing
Removing
stalling .
Release the retainer -1-.
Pull the vehicle electrical system control module -2- slightly
downward.
Disconnect the connectors -3, 4 and 5-.
Remove the vehicle electrical system control module down
ward from the mount -6-.
Installing
2.3.2 Vehicle Electrical System Control Mod

ule - J519- Mount, Removing and Instal
ling
Removing
Remove the vehicle electrical system control module. Refer to
2.3.1 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module J519 , Re
moving and Installing, page 288 .

Audi Q7 2016
Free up the wiring harness -4-.

Pry up the cover -2-.
Release the catch -1- and push the mount -5- upward until the
guides -3- are disengaged.
Remove the mount downward.
Installing
2.4 Garage Door Opener Control Module,

Removing
Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to Body Exterior;
Rep. Gr. 63 ; Rear Bumper; Bumper Cover, Removing and
Installing .
Release the retainer -4-.
Remove the control module -3- from the mount -1-
permitted in direction
of -arrow-. with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Installing
2.5 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface

- J533- , Removing and Installing
2.5.1 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface J533 , Remov
ing and Installing, Low Version, page 289
2.5.2 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface J533 , Remov
ing and Installing, High Version, page 290
2.5.1 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface

- J533- , Removing and Installing, Low
Version
Removing
The Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface - J533- is located
under the left front seat.

Audi Q7 2016
Remove the front carpet on the left side of the vehicle. Refer
to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels;
Carpet, Removing and Installing .
Release the catch -2- and remove the mount -3- from the
threaded pin -1-.
Guide out the mount from the body -arrow-.

Release the
Protected retainers
by copyright. in direction
Copying for private orof -arrows-.
commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Remove the data
with respect to thebus on board
correctness diagnostic
of information interface
in this document. -3-byfrom
Copyright AUDI AG.
the mount -2-.
Installing
2.5.2 Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface

- J533- , Removing and Installing, High
Version
Removing
The Data Bus on Board Diagnostic Interface - J533- is located
under the left front seat.
Remove the front carpet on the left side of the vehicle. Refer
to Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels;
Carpet, Removing and Installing .

Audi Q7 2016
Release the retainers -1-.

Remove the data bus on board diagnostic interface -3- from
the mount -2-.
Disconnect the connectors -6 and 7- and antenna wires
-4 and 5-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
3 Connectors
3.1 Component Location Overview - Connectors, page 292
3.2 Door Cut-Off Connector, Disconnecting, page 293
3.3 Right Bulkhead Connector Station, Removing and Instal
ling, page 294
3.4 Wiring Harnesses and Connectors, Repairing,
page 295
3.1 Component Location Overview - Connectors
1 - Left Front Door Cut-Off

Connector
Disconnecting. Refer to
3.2.1 Front Door Cut-
Off Connector, Discon
necting, page 293 .
2 - Right Front Door Cut-Off
Connector
3.2.1 Front Door Cut-
necting, page 293 .
3 - Right Bulkhead Connector
Station
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to
3.3 Right Bulkhead
Connector Station, Re
page 294 .
4 - Right Rear Door Cut-Off
Connector
Disconnecting. Refer to by copyright. Copying for private or commercial purposes, in part or in whole, is not
Protected
3.2.2 Rear Doorpermitted
Cut- unless authorised by AUDI AG. AUDI AG does not guarantee or accept any liability

necting, page 293 .

5 - Left Rear Door Cut-Off Con
nector
3.2.2 Rear Door Cut-
necting, page 293 .
6 - Fuse Panel B - SB- Con
nector Station
Removing and instal
ling. Refer to 1.2.1 Fuse Panel B SB , Removing and Installing, page 265 .

Audi Q7 2016
3.2 Door Cut-Off Connector, Disconnecting

3.2.1 Front Door Cut-Off Connector, Disconnecting,
page 293
3.2.2 Rear Door Cut-Off Connector, Disconnecting,
page 293
3.2.1 Front Door Cut-Off Connector, Discon

necting
Procedure
Open the door.
Release the connector safety catch in the direction of
-arrow A- and remove the door cut-off connector -1- outward
in direction of -arrow B-.
3.2.2 Rear Door Cut-Off Connector, Discon

necting
Procedure
Front door open.
Remove the retainer in the direction of -arrow A-.
Pull the door cut-off connector -1- as far as possible toward
the outside in direction of -arrow B-.
3. Connectors 293
Audi Q7 2016
Install the retainer -3-.

Swivel the door cut-off connector -1- forward in direction of
-arrow- and disconnect the connector -2-.
3.3 Right Bulkhead Connector Station, Re

Removing
Remove the carpet on the front passenger side. Refer to
Body Interior; Rep. Gr. 70 ; Vehicle Interior Trim Panels; Car
pet, Removing and Installing .
Disconnect the connectors -1 and 2- by sliding the retainer
toward the rear and pressing the release down.
Remove the connector station -3- from the threaded pin.

Release the retainer -3- -arrow- and push the connector ter
minal -2- out of the bracket -1-.
Installing

Audi Q7 2016
3.4 Wiring Harnesses and Connectors, Re

pairing
97 ; Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs; Wiring Harnesses,
Repairing and Electrical Equipment General Information; Rep.
Gr. 97 ; Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs; Connector
Housings and Connectors, Repairing
3. Connectors 295
Audi Q7 2016
4 Connector Housings, Releasing and

Disassembling
97 ; Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs; Connector Hous
ings, Releasing and Disassembling .

Audi Q7 2016
5 Contact Surfaces, Cleaning

97 ; Contact Surface Cleaning Set - VAS6410-
5. Contact Surfaces, Cleaning 297

Audi Q7 2016
6 Antenna Wires, Repairing

97 ; Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs; Antenna Wires, Re
pairing .

Audi Q7 2016
7 Fiber-Optic Cable
97 ; Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs; Fiber-Optic Cables,
Repairing .
7. Fiber-Optic Cable 299

Audi Q7 2016
8 Vehicle Diagnostic Tester

97 ; Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

Audi Q7 2016
9 Special Tools

Audi Q7 2016
10 Revision History
DRUCK NUMBER: A005A011321
Fac Edit Job Im Fee Notes Quali
tory Edi Typ pac dba ty
Edi tion e t ck Check
tion ed By
06.2 01/1 Lo Hig 122 Blocked chapters rela Tom

016 8/20 cal h 837 ted specifically to Perry
17 Fee 9 VAS5209B and
dba VAS621001, which are
ck not available in North
America
06.2 07/2 Fac Hig 118 - Adding steps for ener - Eric
016 1/20 tory h 749 gizing/de-energizing P.

16 Up 8 48V system - Tom
date - Removed Not for Perry
North America of
Alarm Horn - H12-
04.2 05/2 Fac Hig 117 Multiple new chapters Tom
016 4/20 tory h 240 added Perry
(not 16 Up 8
a date
mis
take
)
05.2 03/0 Fac - N/A Eric P.
016 9/20 tory
16 Up
date
01.2 01/2 Lo - 114 Added G85 to Steering Tom
016 5/20 cal 796 Column Switch Module Perry
16 Fac 9
tory
Fee
dba
ck
01.2 1/11/ Fac - N/A Added MRPs and de Jim H
016 2016 tory leted tool names from
Up text. Added meta data
date to chapters.
09.2 10/1 Fac - 112 Jim H
015 3/20 tory 553
15 Up 9
date
and
Fee
dba
ck
03.2 08/0 Fac - N/A Eric P.
015 4/20 tory
15 New

Cautions & Warnings
Please read these WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before proceeding with maintenance
and repair work. You must answer that you have read and you understand these
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before you will be allowed to view this information.
= If you lack the skills, tools and equipment, or a suitable workshop for any procedure described in
this manual, we suggest you leave such repairs to an authorized Audi retailer or other qualified
shop. We especially urge you to consult an authorized Audi retailer before beginning repairs on
any vehicle that may still be covered wholly or in part by any of the extensive warranties issued by
Audi.
= Disconnect the battery negative terminal (ground strap)whenever you work on the fuel system or
the electrical system. Do not smoke or work near heaters or other fire hazards. Keep an approved
fire extinguisher handy.
= Audi is constantly improving its vehicles and sometimes these changes, both in parts and
specifications, are made applicable to earlier models. Therefore, part numbers listed in this
manual are for reference only. Always check with your authorized Audi retailer parts department
for the latest information.
= Any time the battery has been disconnected on an automatic transmission vehicle, it will be
necessary to reestablish Transmission Control Module (TCM) basic settings using the VAG 1551
Scan Tool (ST).
= Never work under a lifted vehicle unless it is solidly supported on stands designed for the purpose.
Do not support a vehicle on cinder blocks, hollow tiles or other props that may crumble under
continuous load. Never work under a vehicle that is supported solely by a jack. Never work under
the vehicle while the engine is running.
= For vehicles equipped with an anti-theft radio, be sure of the correct radio activation code before
disconnecting the battery or removing the radio. If the wrong code is entered when the power is
restored, the radio may lock up and become inoperable, even if the correct code is used in a later
attempt.
= If you are going to work under a vehicle on the ground, make sure that the ground is level. Block
the wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling. Disconnect the battery negative terminal (ground
strap) to prevent others from starting the vehicle while you are under it.
= Do not attempt to work on your vehicle if you do not feel well. You increase the danger of injury to
yourself and others if you are tired, upset or have taken medicine or any other substances that
may impair you or keep you from being fully alert.
= Never run the engine unless the work area is well ventilated. Carbon monoxide (CO) kills.
= Always observewith
good workshop
respect practices.
to the correctness Wear
of information goggles
in this document.when you
tools or work
Copyright operate
by AUDI AG. machine
with acid. Wear goggles, gloves and other protective clothing whenever the job requires working
with harmful substances.
= Tie long hair behind your head. Do not wear a necktie, a scarf, loose clothing, or a necklace when
you work near machine tools or running engines. If your hair, clothing, or jewelry were to get
caught in the machinery, severe injury could result.
=Page 1 of 3
2002 Audi of America, Inc.
All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and other intellectual
property rights of Audi of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this document may be
reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be
modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher.
Version 1.0
Cautions & Warnings
= Do not re-use any fasteners that are worn or deformed in normal use. Some fasteners are
designed to be used only once and are unreliable and may fail if used a second time. This
includes, but is not limited to, nuts, bolts, washers, circlips and cotter pins. Always follow the
recommendations in this manual - replace these fasteners with new parts where indicated, and
any other time it is deemed necessary by inspection.
= Illuminate the work area adequately but safely. Use a portable safety light for working inside or
under the vehicle. Make sure the bulb is enclosed by a wire cage. The hot filament of an
accidentally broken
permitted unless bulb
authorised can AG.
by AUDI ignite
AUDIspilled
AG does fuel or oil. or accept any liability
not guarantee
= Friction materials such as brake pads and clutch discs may contain asbestos fibers. Do not create
dust by grinding, sanding, or by cleaning with compressed air. Avoid breathing asbestos fibers and
asbestos dust. Breathing asbestos can cause serious diseases such as asbestosis or cancer, and
may result in death.
= Finger rings should be removed so that they cannot cause electrical shorts, get caught in running
machinery, or be crushed by heavy parts.
= Before starting a job, make certain that you have all the necessary tools and parts on hand. Read
all the instructions thoroughly, do not attempt shortcuts. Use tools that are appropriate to the work
and use only replacement parts meeting Audi specifications. Makeshift tools, parts and
procedures will not make good repairs.
= Catch draining fuel, oil or brake fluid in suitable containers. Do not use empty food or beverage
containers that might mislead someone into drinking from them. Store flammable fluids away from
fire hazards. Wipe up spills at once, but do not store the oily rags, which can ignite and burn
spontaneously.
= Use pneumatic and electric tools only to loosen threaded parts and fasteners. Never use these
tools to tighten fasteners, especially on light alloy parts. Always use a torque wrench to tighten
fasteners to the tightening torque listed.
= Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of the battery. If escaping
hydrogen gas is ignited, it will ignite gas trapped in the cells and cause the battery to explode.
= Be mindful of the environment and ecology. Before you drain the crankcase, find out the proper
way to dispose of the oil. Do not pour oil onto the ground, down a drain, or into a stream, pond, or
lake. Consult local ordinances that govern the disposal of wastes.
= The air-conditioning (A/C) system is filled with a chemical refrigerant that is hazardous. The A/C
system should be serviced only by trained automotive service technicians using approved
refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment, trained in related safety precautions, and familiar with
regulations governing the discharging and disposal of automotive chemical refrigerants.
= Before doing any electrical welding on vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes (ABS), disconnect
the battery negative terminal (ground strap) and the ABS control module connector.
= Do not expose any part of the A/C system to high temperatures such as open flame. Excessive
heat will increase system pressure and may cause the system to burst.
=Page 2 of 3
Version 1.0
Cautions & Warnings
= When boost-charging the battery, first remove the fuses for the Engine Control Module (ECM), the
Transmission Control Module (TCM), the ABS control module, and the trip computer. In cases
where one or more of these components is not separately fused, disconnect the control module
connector(s).
= Some of the vehicles covered by this manual are equipped with a supplemental restraint system
(SRS), that automatically deploys an airbag in the event of a frontal impact. The airbag is operated
by an explosive device. Handled improperly or without adequate safeguards, it can be accidentally
activated and cause serious personal injury. To guard against personal injury or airbag system
failure, only trained Audi Service technicians should test, disassemble or service the airbag
system.
= Do not quick-charge the battery (for boost starting) for longer than one minute, and do not exceed
16.5 volts at the battery with the boosting cables attached. Wait at least one minute before
boosting the battery a second time.
= Never use a test light to conduct electrical tests of the airbag system. The system must only be
tested by trained Audi Service technicians using the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST) or an approved
equivalent. The airbag unit must never be electrically tested while it is not installed in the vehicle.
= Some aerosol tire inflators are highly flammable. Be extremely cautious when repairing a tire that
may have been inflated using an aerosol tire inflator. Keep sparks, open flame or other sources of
ignition away from the tire repair area. Inflate and deflate the tire at least four times before
breaking the bead from the rim. Completely remove the tire from the rim before attempting any
repair.
= When driving or riding in an airbag-equipped vehicle,
permitted unless authorised never
by AUDI holdAGtest
AG. AUDI doesequipment
not guarantee orinaccept
yourany
hands
liability or
lap while the vehicle is in motion.with respect to the correctness of information in this document. Copyright by AUDI AG.
Objects between you and the airbag can increase the risk of
injury in an accident.
I have read and I understand these Cautions and Warnings.
=Page 3 of 3
Version 1.0

D4B8056C0B3-Electrical Equipment PDF

Diunggah oleh

Informasi Dokumen

Judul Asli

Hak Cipta

Format Tersedia

Bagikan dokumen Ini

Bagikan atau Tanam Dokumen

Opsi Berbagi

Apakah menurut Anda dokumen ini bermanfaat?

Apakah konten ini tidak pantas?

Hak Cipta:

Format Tersedia

D4B8056C0B3-Electrical Equipment PDF

Diunggah oleh

Hak Cipta:

Format Tersedia

Service

Service Department. Technical Information

All rights reserved.

Copyright 2017 Audi AG, Ingolstadt D4B8056C0B3

00 - General, Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2.1 Overview - Battery Jump Start Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

2.1 Overview - Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

94 - Exterior Lights, Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

2 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

14.1 Overview - Automatic Headlamp Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

96 - Interior Lights, Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

00 General, Technical Data

1.1 Safety Precautions when Working on

1.2 Safety Precautions when Working near

Perform a visual inspection of the high-voltage components

1.3 Safety Precautions when Working on

1.4 Safety Precautions during Road Test

1.5 HID Headlamps Usage and Safety Pre

2 Rep. Gr.00 - General, Technical Data

2.1 Guidelines for Clean Working Condi

2.2 General Information

2.3 Contact Corrosion

We only recommend original replacement parts, they have

2.4 Electro-Static Discharge Work Surface

2.5 Line and Wire Routing and Securing

nents to avoid damaging the lines/wires.

4 Rep. Gr.00 - General, Technical Data

3.1 Battery, General Information

27 Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

1.1 Overview - Battery

1.1.1 Overview - Battery, 12V System

6 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

18 - Main Fuse Panel

1.1.2 Overview - Battery, 48V System

8 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

2 - Protective Housing Upper

13 - Ground Cable Cap

1.2 Overview - Voltage Converter

1.2.1 Overview - Voltage Converter, 5-Seater

10 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

1.2.2 Overview - Voltage Converter, 7-Seater

1.3 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting

1.3.1 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting, 12V Battery,

1.3.1 Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting,

Open the cover -3- over the battery negative terminal.

12 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

1.3.2 48V System, De-Energizing

Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

1.3.3 48V System, Re-Energizing

Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester .

Select the Diagnostic mode to start.

1.4 Ground Cable with Battery Monitoring

14 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

Open the cover -6- over the battery negative terminal.

1.5 Battery, Removing and Installing

1.5.1 Battery, Removing and Installing, 12V

Release the cover -1- upward in direction of -arrow A- and re

Open the cover -3- over the battery negative terminal.

16 Rep. Gr.27 - Battery, Starter, Generator, Cruise Control

Remove the nuts -3 and 5-.

Push the battery to stop against the retaining bracket -1- so

First connect the battery positive cable terminal clamp -2- to