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Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Why won't the fuel tank cap of the Audi Q3 open?
Answer: If you can't open the fuel tank cap of your first generation Audi Q3 (year 2011-2018), it means that there is a buildup of dirt inside the mechanism. ... read all

Posted on 8-06-2023
What does the Audi Q3's service light indicate?
Answer: The service light that appears on the instrument panel of your Audi Q3 Mk2 (year 2018-2022) simply indicates the need to perform the regular vehicle s... read all

Posted on 7-06-2023
What is the fuse for the cigarette lighter on the Audi Q3?
Answer: On the Audi Q3, there is no fuse specifically dedicated to the cigarette lighter. In the fuse box in the passenger compartment, which is located behin... read all

Posted on 24-04-2023
What to do if you have transmission problems with the Audi Q3?
Answer: If you are experiencing serious transmission problems with your first-generation Audi Q3 (2011-2018), it is essential to seek the intervention of a sp... read all

Posted on 5-04-2023
How much does the Audi Q3 maintenance cost?
Answer: The total cost of the regular maintenance of your Audi Q3 first series (year 2011-2018) is about 350 euros. Furthermore, as indicated by the automaker... read all

Posted on 4-04-2023
What are the indicators of the Audi Q3?
Answer: The indicators on the instrument panel of the Audi Q3 include all those that signal the activation of devices or various anomalies: among these are th... read all

Posted on 3-04-2023
How much does an Audi Q3 inspection cost?
Answer: In the Audi system, service and inspection are two different things. The coupon is where you change the oil, the inspection is where they check that t... read all

Posted on 28-03-2023
What is the price of the Audi Q3 timing belt?
Answer: The price of the Audi Q3 timing belt varies from 63€ to 221€. This price varies based on the make and specification of the timing belt. To this co... read all

Posted on 17-03-2023
How much oil goes in the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI?
Answer: The quantity of oil contained in the oil pan of the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI and therefore the quantity of oil required to change the oil or to fill the oil pa... read all

Posted on 7-03-2023
Why do the rear lights on my Audi Q3 no longer work?
Answer: If the rear lights of our Audi Q3 have suddenly stopped working, we can first of all check the condition of their respective bulbs, and if they are fa... read all

Posted on 3-03-2023
When should the timing belt be replaced on Audi Q3 2.0 tdi 140hp?
Answer: According to the Audi maintenance plan, the timing belt on the Q3 2.0 tdi 140 hp should be replaced within 210,000 km. As a general rule and common se... read all

Posted on 28-02-2023
When does the traction fault appear, in the Audi Q3?
Answer: In the appropriate online forums, users who have come across this defect have declared, some of them, that by going to the workshop they were diagnose... read all

Posted on 5-02-2023
Why traction control in the Audi Q3?
Answer: If the traction control system of your Audi Q3 second series (year 2018-2023) does not work, this means that there is a fault with the control unit wh... read all

Posted on 5-02-2023
How much does the Audi Q3 service cost?
Answer: The first service on this car of the German company is carried out at 30,000 km and the cost is around € 280 depending on the dealer and the presenc... read all

Posted on 30-01-2023
What does the Audi Q3 AdBlue light mean?
Answer: When the AdBlue warning light appears on the Audi Q3 instrument panel, it means that the additional liquid inside the tank is almost empty: to solve t... read all

Posted on 1-01-2023
What meaning do the warning lights on the Audi Q3 dashboard have?
Answer: Each of the warning lights on the dashboard of the vehicle in question is described and listed in the car's user manual. There is a warning light for ... read all

Posted on 31-12-2022
How often does the timing belt on the Audi Q3 need to be replaced?
Answer: The timing belt on the Audi Q3 must be replaced following the instructions in the car's use and maintenance manual: for this model, replacement must t... read all

Posted on 24-12-2022
When to replace the timing belt in the Audi Q3?
Answer: In the Audi Q3, the timing belt is to be replaced after 210,000 km. Given the length of the interval, it is however advisable to check the belt after ... read all

Posted on 16-12-2022
What is the range of the Audi Q3 diesel?
Answer: According to what has been declared, the diesel-powered Audi Q3 has a range of about 1100 km, obviously variable according to the type of use, the dri... read all

Posted on 7-11-2022
What are the yellow warning lights of the Audi Q3?
Answer: The yellow warning lights that appear on the Audi Q3 instrument panel indicate general malfunctions or warn of the activation of a device: these inclu... read all

Posted on 23-10-2022
How often should the Audi Q3 be serviced?
Answer: The service interval for the Audi Q3 establishes the service history to be carried out every 12 months or 30,000 km. At the first service, the oil and... read all

Posted on 22-09-2022
How many km do you need to service the Audi Q3 Sportback?
Answer: The Audi Q3 Sportback must be serviced according to the intervals indicated in the car's use and maintenance manual: for this model it is advisable to... read all

Posted on 26-08-2022
How often to change the timing belt in the Audi Q3?
Answer: The maintenance interval that requires the replacement of the timing belt in your Audi Q3 is recommended every 210,000 km or 10 years, whichever occur... read all

Posted on 10-08-2022
What are the warning lights on the dashboard of the Audi Q3 Sportback?
Answer: The best-known warning light of all is undoubtedly the engine failure warning light which, if yellow in color, allows us to drive for a while longer, ... read all

Posted on 9-08-2022
How much does the Audi Q3 60,000 km service cost?
Answer: The cost of the 60,000 km service, of the Audi Q3, has a cost of about 600 euros if you go to a specialized mechanic. By carrying out this operation i... read all

Posted on 6-08-2022
Why does the Audi Q3 Start & Stop system not work?
Answer: If the Audi Q3 Start & Stop system does not work, it is likely that the car battery is insufficiently charged. Other causes of the malfunction could d... read all

Posted on 17-07-2022
How to turn off engine failure warning light in the Audi Q3?
Answer: In the Audi Q3, the engine failure warning light switches off automatically when no anomaly or malfunction is detected in the engine, fuel system or e... read all

Posted on 8-07-2022
How many liters of engine oil go into the Audi Q3?
Answer: About 4 and a half liters of engine oil enter the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI. The recommended type is 5W 30. Replacement intervals are every 30,000 km or 2 years... read all

Posted on 3-07-2022
What does the TPMS warning light on the Audi Q3 mean?
Answer: If the service warning light appears on the instrument panel of your Audi Q3 Mk1, do not be alarmed because there is no problem with your car. The fun... read all

Posted on 24-06-2022
What does the engine failure warning light on my Audi Q3 mean?
Answer: When the yellow engine failure warning light comes on on your Audi Q3 you need not be alarmed. In fact, most likely this only indicates a clogging of ... read all

Posted on 12-06-2022
How much does the Audi Q3 service cost?
Answer: The standard service of your Audi Q3 Mk2 has an average cost of around 250 euros. Furthermore, many authorized Audi workshops offer their customers la... read all

Posted on 24-04-2022
What warning lights are there in the instrument cluster of my Audi Q3?
Answer: The main warning lights of your Audi Q3 are the ones generally present on all cars. They can be of 4 colors, green, red, yellow and blue. The green li... read all

Posted on 22-04-2022
How to remove the inspection expired warning light on the Audi Q3?
Answer: To cancel the service passed warning light on the car it is necessary to turn on the ignition, press and hold the "set" key, wait for the display to f... read all

Posted on 16-04-2022
What to do if the engine warning light comes on in the Audi Q3?
Answer: If the warning light is red or flashing, stop immediately and call for roadside assistance: continuing to drive is dangerous because the engine could ... read all

Posted on 3-04-2022
How many km do you change the timing belt of the Audi Q3?
Answer: As also reported in the car's use and maintenance booklet, the timing belt is changed at 210,000 kilometers. And in any case, no later than the 6 year... read all

Posted on 8-03-2022
How often should the Audi Q3 be serviced?
Answer: The first service for your Audi Q3 must be done within 30,000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first. Every 10 thousand km it is recommended to check ... read all

Posted on 3-03-2022
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt on the Audi Q3?
Answer: The cost of replacing the Audi Q3 timing belt takes into account the costs due to labor and those due to spare parts. A new belt costs around € 230.00... read all

Posted on 16-02-2022
How much does the Audi Q3 service cost?
Answer: The cost of a standard service for the Audi A3 is around € 250.00, as it only includes oil and filter replacement. By carrying out more in-depth coupo... read all

Posted on 4-02-2022
How much is the used Audi Q3 2.0 TDi?
Answer: The used Audi Q3 with 2.0 TDi engine has a cost that can vary according to the year in which the car was produced, according to the kilometers it has ... read all

Posted on 22-01-2022
How much does the Audi Q3 service cost?
Answer: The price of the Audi Q3 service varies according to the nature of the interventions and checks to be carried out. On average, also based on the refer... read all

Posted on 10-01-2022
Where is the Audi Q3 engine fault fuse located?
Answer: The fuses of the Audi Q3 are located in the driver's footwell, behind the compartment, and in the engine compartment. In order to replace a fuse, swit... read all

Posted on 29-12-2021
Where are the fuses located on the Audi Q3? And what does the engine light on mean?
Answer: There are two different fuse boxes on the Audi Q3. One in the engine compartment at the top right towards the windshield and one in the passenger comp... read all

Posted on 29-12-2021
How many km do you need to have a service on the Audi Q3?
Answer: The first service to be carried out on the Audi Q3 is at 30,000 km, but it is advisable to do one even earlier at 15,000km. Subsequently, every 30,000... read all

Posted on 25-12-2021
How much does it cost to maintain an Audi Q3?
Answer: Like any large-displacement SUV, the Audi Q3 also requires very high maintenance costs. For example, the insurance alone can exceed 2000 Euros per yea... read all

Posted on 16-12-2021
What are the lights of the Audi Q3?
Answer: A complete list of the warning lights that can come on on the dashboard of the Audi Q3 can be found in the user manual issued by the dealer. However, ... read all

Posted on 5-12-2021
When should I have my Audi Q3 serviced for the first time?
Answer: The first service on your Audi Q3 must be carried out after about 30,000 km. It has an estimated cost of around € 245.00. The price can vary considera... read all

Posted on 22-11-2021
How do you set the date and time in the Audi Q3?
Answer: AND? It is possible to set the time either manually or via GPS depending on the models supplied. Keep the SET button pressed and wait until the number... read all

Posted on 22-11-2021
How much does the first service cost of the Audi Q3?
Answer: The cost of the first service of the Audi Q3 is generally estimated at around € 245.00. The price can vary considerably according to the workshop, but... read all

Posted on 5-11-2021
How much is the first service of the Audi Q3 2.0tdi?
Answer: If on the occasion of the first service of the Audi Q3 with 2.0 TDI engine, the engine oil and all filters (oil filter, diesel filter, air filter and ... read all

Posted on 28-10-2021
What does the message "Service Expired" mean on my Audi Q3?
Answer: The "Service Expired" message on your Audi Q3 indicates that it is time for a periodic service. It must therefore be done as soon as possible and then... read all

Posted on 25-10-2021

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