Audi Q5: Checking and Filling
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Releasing the engine hood
The engine hood is released from inside the vehicle.
Fig. 195 Driver's side footwell: engine hood release lever
With the driver's door open, pull the lever under
the inst
Pull the hood down until the pressure from the
struts is reduced.
Let the hood drop down and latch in place. Do
not try to push it shut; it may fail to engage.
WARNING
A hood that is not complet
Engine compartment
These are the most important items that you can check.
Fig. 197 Typical layout for containers and engine oil filler cap
Jump start point (+) under a cover
Brake fluid reservoir
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Removing
- Remove the front luggage compartment floor. Refer to
→ Chapter "Luggage Compartment Floor, Removing and Installing,
Non-Hybrid Vehicles".
- Remove the dirt shield, if applicable.
- Remove the tie
The engine coolant level can be checked with a
quick glance.
Fig. 200 Engine compartment cover on the coolant expansion
tank
Before you check anything in the engine compartment, always read and heed all
WARNINGS.
Park your vehicle on a level surface.
Turn off the ignition.
Read the engin
