Audi A4 B8 owners manual page 227

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document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 225 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Intelligent technology225 If a fault should occur in the servotronic system the power steering WARNING will still operate. The degree of power assistance will, however, no • When applying the brakes to clean off deposits on the pads and longer adapt to different speeds. If the electronic regulating system discs, select a clear, dry road. Be sure not to inconvenience or is not working properly, this is most noticeable when turning the endanger other road users; do not risk an accident.steering wheel at low speeds (for instance when parking) – more • Never let the car coast with the engine switched off (this can effort will be required than usual. The fault should be corrected by cause accidents). a qualified workshop as soon as possible. The power steering does not function when the engine is switched off. In this case the steering wheel is very hard to turn. Caution If the steering is held at its turning limit when the car is stationary, • Never let the brakes “drag” by leaving your foot on the pedal this will place an excessive load on the power steering system. In when you do not really intend to brake. This overheats the brakes, this case, the power steering system will make noises. It will also resulting in longer stopping distances and greater wear.reduce the idling speed of the engine. • Before driving down a long, steep gradient, it is advisable to reduce speed and move the selector lever to a lower gear. In this Caution way you will make use of the engine braking effect and relieve the load on the brakes. If you still have to use the brakes, it is better to Do not keep the steering in the full-lock position for longer than brake firmly at intervals than to apply the brakes continuously.15 seconds when the engine is running – this could cause damage to the power steering system. Note • If the brake servo is out of action due to a malfunction, or if the Note car has to be towed, you will have to press the brake pedal consid-• If the power steering should fail at any time or the engine is erably harder to make up for the lack of servo assistance.switched off (for instance when being towed), the car can still be • If you wish to equip the car with accessories such as a front steered. However, more effort will be required to turn the steering spoiler or wheel covers, it is important that the flow of air to the wheel. front wheels is not obstructed, otherwise the brakes can overheat.• If the system is leaking or malfunctioning, please take the car to a qualified workshop as soon as possible. Power steering (servotronic) • The power steering requires a special hydraulic fluid. The fluid reservoir is located at the front of the engine compartment on the The power steering assists the driver when turning the left ⇒ page 256. The correct fluid level in the reservoir is important steering wheel (with the engine running). for the power steering to function properly. The hydraulic fluid level is checked at the Inspection Service. The power steering assists the driver by reducing the force needed to turn the steering wheel. The degree of power assistance is adapted electronically, depending on the speed. Controls Safety Driving tipsGeneral maintenance Self-help Technical data

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