Audi Q5: Brake fluid
Checking brake fluid level
The brake fluid level can be checked with a quick
glance.
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Fig. 201 Engine compartment: cover on the brake fluid
reservoir
Before you check anything in the engine compartment,
always read and heed all WARNINGS.
- Read the brake fluid level from the brake fluid
reservoir > fig. 201, > fig. 197. The
brake fluid Level must be between the "MIN"
and "MAX" markings.
The brake fluid reservoir is located at the rear
partition of the engine compartment on the left
side.
The fluid level may drop slightly after some time
due to the automatic adjustment of the brake
pads. This is not cause for alarm.
If the brake fluid level falls considerably below
the ''MIN" mark, the brake warning/indicator
light (U.S. models: .png)
, Canadian
models:
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will come on. Do not
continue to operate the vehicle. The complete
brake system should be thoroughly checked by an
authorized Audi dealer or qualified workshop and
the cause corrected. If the brake fluid level is too
low, the brake warning/indicator light will illuminate.
Contact an authorized Audi dealer immediately.
READ NEXT:
Have the brake fluid changed by an experienced
technician.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. If the
water content in the brake fluid is too high, corrosion
in the brake system may result afte
General information
Under normal operating conditions, the battery
in your Audi does not need any maintenance.
With high outside temperatures or long daily
drives we recommend that you have the elect
Be especially careful when working on or near the battery.
The battery is located in the luggage compartment under the floor. Before you
check anything in the luggage compartment, read and heed all W
SEE MORE:
Removing
- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to
→ Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Noise Insulation.
- Disconnect left and right connectors
-2-.
- Remove the left and right nuts -1-
and the clamp -3-.
- Remove the stabilizer bar.
Installing
Install in reverse order
Lower Seat Frame Cover and Cushion, Assembly Overview
Note
In the illustration is 2/3 left rear seat is shown.
1 - Cushion
Cover with upholstery, removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Seat Bench/Single Seat, Removing and Installing"
Cover, Separating from Cushion
