Audi R8 I 1 owners manual page 138

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document_0900452a816e6cc9.book Seite 136 Mittwoch, 21. Februar 2007 1:32 13 136 Intelligent technology front wheels is not obstructed, otherwise the brakes can overheat. Four-wheel drive (quattro®) On quattro models the engine power is distributed to all Power steering four wheels General notes The power steering assists the driver when turning the On four-wheel drive vehicles, the engine power is distributed to all steering wheel (with the engine running). four wheels. The distribution of power is controlled automatically The power steering assists the driver by reducing the force needed according to your driving style and the road conditions. Also refer to turn the steering wheel. to ⇒page132. The power steering does not function when the engine is switched Winter tyres off. In this case the steering wheel is very hard to turn.Thanks to its four-wheel drive, your car will have plenty of traction If the steering is held at its turning limit when the car is stationary, in winter conditions, even with the standard tyres. Nevertheless, we this will place an excessive load on the power steering system. In still recommend that winter tyres should be fitted on all four wheels this case, the power steering system will make noises. It will also when winter road conditions are expected, mainly because this will reduce the idling speed of the engine. give a better braking response. Snow chains Caution On roads where snow chains are mandatory, this also applies to cars Do not keep the steering in the full-lock position for longer than with four-wheel drive ⇒ page 171, “Snow chains”. 15 seconds when the engine is running – this could cause damage Replacing tyres to the power steering system. The dimensions of the wheels and tyres used on four-wheel drive vehicles must comply with the manufacturer's specifications Note ⇒page168, “Replacing wheels and tyres”. • If the power steering should fail at any time or the engine is switched off (for instance when being towed), the car can still be WARNING steered. However, more effort will be required to turn the steering • Even with four-wheel drive, you should always adjust your wheel. speed to suit the conditions. Do not let the extra safety provided • If the system is leaking or malfunctioning, please take the car to tempt you into taking any risks when driving – this can cause acci- a qualified workshop as soon as possible. dents. • The power steering requires a special hydraulic fluid. The • The braking ability of your car is limited by the grip of the tyres. container for the fluid is located in the engine compartment. The In this respect, your car is no different from a car without four- correct fluid level in the reservoir is important for the power wheel drive. So do not be tempted to drive too fast on icy or slip- steering to function properly. The hydraulic fluid level is checked at the Inspection Service.

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