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Study Program 990153 The 2016 Audi TT Introduction...
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Wheels and tires ..............................43 Electrical system ................44 Installation locations of control units ......................... 44 Topology ................................. 46 Audi virtual cockpit ..............................48 Audi drive select ..............................50 Climate control ................53 Introduction ................................53 A/C operating and display unit ..........................54 Instrument Panel Temperature Sensor G56 .......................
The central motif was the circle – embodied in the curves of the roof line, and the front and the rear overhangs with their resolutely horizontal lines. From the side, many details of the new Audi TT are reminiscent of the first- generation classic in many respects. 630_002...
1995) and Roadster (Tokyo Motor Show, 1995) showcars were followed by the production versions of the Audi TT Coupé in 1998 and Audi TT Roadster in 1999. When the first-generation Audi TT came on the market in 1998 it was a 2007 design revolution.
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2014 The allroad shooting brake study provides a glimpse into the design of the new Audi TT. 2014 The third generation of the Audi TT is released – first as a Coupé and shortly afterwards as a TTS in Europe. 630_035...
The 2016 Audi TT has many technical highlights which are explained in detail in this Self-Study Program. Here is a quick summary: Engine Assistance systems 4-cylinder engines with turbocharger : The following systems are optionally available: • 2.0L TFSI •...
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Body Power transmission Audi Space Frame (ASF) body made from aluminum and steel with high- Full-time quattro drive – systematically developed and refined for the TT – strength and ultra-high-strength steel alloys, die-cast aluminum nodal with electro-hydraulic multiplate clutch on the rear axle. It is possible to elements and side panels as well as a roof made of aluminum.
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Dimensions 37.51 in (953 mm) 61.10 in (1552 mm) 61.88 in (1572 mm) 72.12 in (1832 mm) 78.58 in (1966 mm) 630_003 630_004 34.80 in (884 mm) 98.62 in (2505 mm) 30.62 in (788 mm) 164.44 in (4177 mm) 630_005...
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32.44 in (824 mm) 630_006 Exterior dimensions and weights Inner dimensions and other specifications Length in (mm) 164.44 (4177) Front cabin width in (mm) 57.04 (1449) Width in (mm) 72.12 (1832) Front headroom in (mm) 39.09 (993) Height in (mm) 53.26 (1353) Front shoulder width in (mm) 53.62 (1362)
Body Prior to forming, the steel is heated to approximately 1832 °F With its hybrid material concept, the bodyshell of the Audi TT represents a new evolutionary stage of Audi Space (1000 °C). It is then cooled immediately to about 392 °F Frame technology (ASF).
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The occupant cell, which weighs only 149.41 lb (68 kg), is The entire outer skin of the Audi TT is made from aluminum: an aluminum lattice with four castings that form the nodal • Front fenders. elements of the body shell. Large nodal sections of the •...
3020 spot welds. solutions for the large variance in material/thickness com- • 1113 punch rivets. binations in the body. On the TT, Audi uses "cold" joining • 44 solid punch rivets. techniques such as riveting, flow-drill screwing and clinch- •...
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Audi uses only connecting elements with a special surface coating for the aluminum/steel hybrid However, if aluminum comes into contact with a metal which has a positive electrical potential relative to alu- construction used in the TT.
(paint) towards an oppositely charged pole (metallic surface to be painted). The main objective of the "Hot" joining technique in the Audi TT coating process is to protect the surfaces from corrosion, MIG/MAG welding and its properties make it the ideal treatment for this purpose.
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"Cold" joining technique in the Audi TT Semi-tubular punch rivet Punch riveting Punch welding is a method where pieces that have not been pre-punched are joined together by inserting a rivet (semi-tubular rivet or solid punch rivet) into two or more...
Hood lock, left 630_079 Filler flap module The new TT is the first Audi model to eliminate the fuel filler cap. The fuel filling nozzle slots directly into the filler neck. Two flaps are pushed to the side when the nozzle enters the filler neck and seal the neck after refueling has been completed.
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Rear spoiler The Audi TT has an electrically retractable rear spoiler as Driving stability is increased significantly at high speeds standard. There is a choice of 2 operating modes for when the rear spoiler is extended. extending and retracting the rear spoiler.
Passive safety Components Depending on country version and trim level, the passive occupant protection system in the Audi TT may have the following components and systems: • Airbag Control Module. • Inertia-reel safety belts with active belt force limiters. •...
Front Passenger Airbag -disabled- Indicator lamp A new front passenger airbag OFF warning lamp is used on the 2016 TT. It is integrated into the interior light module. The new warning lamp now indicates when the airbag is ON as well as OFF. ON warning lamp 630_042 Text indicating the status of the front passen-...
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Operation of K145 with Passenger Occupant Detection System Control Module J706 • If the ignition is switched on and the front passenger • If the ignition is switched on and the front passenger seat is occupied by an adult, the OFF warning lamp lights seat is vacant or occupied by a child seat, the ON up for about four seconds during the initialization phase warning lamp lights up for about four seconds during...
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Driver airbag Front passenger airbag Knee airbag Side curtain airbag, driver and front passenger side Knee airbag Side airbag 630_013...
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Side curtain airbag attachment Due to the requirements of FMVSS 226 – Ejection Mitigation and the absence of a B-pillar, the side curtain in the Audi TT is attached by self-tapping screws. Left-hand side roof frame Attached with self-tapping screws...
Emission standard SULEV Note The Audi TTS will also use the third generation EA888 engine but will have 292 hp and 280 lb ft of torque. Complete specifications unavailable at time of printing. Reference For more information on the 2.0l TFSI engine, please refer to eSelf-Study Program 920243, The Audi 1.8L and 2.0L Third...
This illustration shows the quattro drive of the Audi TT with 6-speed DSG transmission 0D9 and Haldex coupling 0CQ. All model versions of the 2016 Audi TT will use the 09D 6-speed DSG transmission and 0CQ Haldex coupling. Rear axle final drive unit 0CQ,...
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Test Plan to activate the immobilizer must be performed using the VAS Scan Tool. Reference For more information about the 5th generation Haldex coupling and the thermal management system of the 0D9 transmission, please refer to eSelf-Study Program 990143, The 2015 Audi A3 Introduction.
Selector mechanism The selector mechanism of the 0D9 transmission has been adapted to the interior of the Audi TT. The operating logic is identical to the 2015 A3. In addition to the selector lever positions "P", "R", "N", "D" and "S", it is possible to shift gear manually in tiptronic mode using the selector lever or...
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The ESC-OFF button was briefly pressed once while the engine was running. • Selector lever is in the "S" position or in the tip- tronic gate or dynamic mode is selected using Audi drive select. • Depress the brake pedal firmly for 1 second and hold it down. •...
Suspension/steering versions Features Standard suspension (1BA) The standard suspension as basic equipment features steel springs and unregulated damping. Suspension with electronic This suspension has been set up specially for the Audi TTS and is standard equipment. damper control (1BQ) Production control number...
Axles and wheel alignment Front axle The front axle is based on the Modular Transverse Platform To achieve a high level of driving dynamics, the Audi TT has (MQB). The MacPherson concept used in the predecessor special suspension setups. model has been adopted for the 2016 TT.
Rear axle The rear axle is also based on the Modular Transverse Plat- form (MQB). The proven multi-link axle concept for vehicles with quattro drive was adopted from the predecessor model. Upper track control arm Spring link Damper • Steel construction •...
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Wheel alignment and suspension setup Individual toe values and individual camber values can be The left and right toe-in values on the front axle can be adjusted on the four-link rear axle. adjusted separately by changing the length of the tie rods. The camber can be balanced (centered) within narrow limits by shifting the sub-frame transversely.
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Right Rear Damping Adjust- Right Front Level Control ment Valve ment Valve System N338 N339 G289 Reference For more information about the design and general functional principle of Audi magnetic ride, please refer to eSelf-Study Program 993703, The 2008 Audi TT Running Gear.
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Three different damping characteristics are available. They Depending on the degree of damping, the coils in the can only be set by selecting the relevant mode in Audi drive damper pistons are activated by the output stages of the select. Depending on preference, the driver can choose...
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System response to faults As a fully integrated system, the damper control system has self-diagnostic capability. Any detected system faults are indicated to the driver by a fault message in the instru- ment cluster. Depending on the nature of the fault, the system response can range from a partial shut-down to a full shut-down of the system.
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Load mode and Transport mode In Audi TT models with Audi magnetic ride, unlike in vehi- cles with adaptive air suspension, no special system set- tings or modes are activated by activating the Load mode or...
The electro-mechanical parking brake brake pistons are used on all models. (EPB) is used for the first time in the Audi TT. The brake booster and foot controls are the same as those on the 2015 A3. The TT is also equipped with the Continental ESC Mk 100 ABS/ESP system as found on the 2015 A3.
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Brake system, rear axle Engine type 2.0l TFSI 220 hp (162 kW) 2.0l TFSI 292 hp (220 kW) Minimum wheel size 16“ 17“ Brake type Floating caliper brake Floating caliper brake Conti FNc-M38/12/11 Conti FNc-M42/22/11 Number of pistons Piston diameter 1.10 in (38 mm) 1.65 in (42 mm) Brake disc diameter...
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630_104 Brake booster, master brake cylinder 11" single brake servos are used on left-hand drive models of the Audi TT. All brake units used in the Audi TT have a single rate characteristic. 630_105 Pedal assembly To reduce weight, a common plastic bearing pedestal is used for the accelerator and brake pedals.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Overview The Continental ESC MK 100 system is used in the Audi TT. This ESC system is a more advanced version of the ESC MK 60 system used in the predecessor model, both in terms of its hardware and software.
Audi A3. Special steering maps have been developed for the a new, sporty design. Audi TT. To ensure a high level of driving comfort, the Audi TT is equipped as standard with the progressive steering system used in the Audi A3.
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1° at the front wheels (steering ratio of approximately 14). The ratio decreases with increasing steering angle, and thus becomes more direct. This gives the Audi TT agile and precise handling in city traffic and on windy country roads with little steering effort.
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Steering wheels Newly developed steering wheels are used in the Audi TT. A very sporty look is achieved by using a combination of aluminum, plastic and leather in visible areas. Race steering wheel Race steering wheel (for TTS) Steering wheel...
Wheels and tires The Audi TT comes with 17" wheels as standard (the TTS has 18" wheels). 17" to 19" wheels are optional (20" wheels are available through quattro GmbH). The range of tires extends from the 225/50 R17 to the 245/35 R19. Standard wheels...
Electrical system Installation locations of control units Some of the control modules shown in the overview are The exact location and replacement instructions for the optional and/or country-specific equipment. control modules and be found in ElsaPro. J869 J104 J794 J500 J844 E380 J255...
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J387 J769 J250 J492 J772 J525 J770 J386 630_039 J623 Engine Control Module J791 Parallel Parking Assistance Control Module J743 DSG Transmission Mechatronic J794 Information Electronics Control Module 1 J745 Cornering Lamp and Headlamp Range Control Module J844 Automatic High Beam Assist Control Module J764 Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module J869...
Topology Alarm Horn Anti-theft Alarm Light Switch E1 System Sensor G578 Wiper Motor Garage Door Control Module Opener Control J400 Head E284 Rain/Light Recognition Sensor G397 Humidity Sensor Vehicle Electrical Instrument Panel System Control G355 Control Module Module 1 J285 J519 Garage Door Steering Column...
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The topology shows all control units with connectivity to Some of the control units shown here are optional or coun- the bus systems. try-specific equipment or due to be rolled out at a later date. Digital Sound System Control Module J525 Automatic High Beam Assist...
Audi virtual cockpit Introduction The market launch of the Audi TT sees the rollout of a The Audi virtual cockpit replaces the previous instrument high-resolution display as a central display instrument for cluster with its classic instrument gauges and is standard the first time in an Audi vehicle: Audi virtual cockpit The equipment in the Audi TT.
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Audi TT. ° Main menu in the Audi virtual cockpit central display 628_013 Reference For more information about Audi virtual cockpit, please refer to Self-Study Program 910153, Audi Virtual Cockpit.
Audi drive select Equipment The Audi TT is equipped with the Audi drive select system. In addition, the vehicle setup can be custom-configured in The driver can select from the following operating modes: individual mode. • comfort • auto • dynamic •...
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Controllable systems Cruise control system* Accelerator/engine Variable acceleration* Variable characteristic Steering Variable steering torque Structure-borne sound control unit J869 Variable engine sound in the interior Air conditioning system* Variable power consumption* Start-stop system* Automatic activation* quattro drive Variable power distribution Damper control DSG transmission Variable damper rate...
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Audi drive select function Vehicles with DSG transmission comfort auto dynamic Selector lever position Engine Power/ normal normal normal normal normal normal torque balanced sporty balanced sporty balanced sporty Load change balanced sporty balanced sporty balanced sporty Accelerator Transmission Shift...
Climate control Introduction The climate control system in the Audi TT is based on the For the first time in an Audi TT, the operating controls are air conditioning system of the Modular Transverse Platform separate from Climatronic Control Module J255.
A/C operating and display unit In the 2016 TT, the controls for operating the Climatronic The centers of the air vents are always aligned straight, system are separate from Climatronic Control Module J255. regardless of the position of the rotating outer rings for opening and closing the individual air vents.
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Installation locations and tasks 630_070 Designation Installation location Air conditioning function (on left-hand drive models) Front A/C Display Control Left instrument panel air vent • Left seat heater button Head 1 E774 Front A/C Display Control Center left instrument panel air vent •...
Module J255 to calculate the vehicle interior temperature. to malfunction. It is not an infrared sensor nor does it have a separate fan as in other Audi models. Installation location 630_071 Instrument Panel Temperature Sensor...
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Dust and pollen filter The procedure for removing and installing the dust and pollen filter is the same as for the Audi A3. The filter service cover is located inside the glove compartment. If the dust and pollen filter is heavily clogged, falling dirt particles can damage Fresh Air Blower V2.
Seat systems A variety of sport seats are available for the Audi TT. In the The multi-contour seat control unit controls the following basic trim, the sport seat has sporty side bolsters and is functions: manually adjustable for length. •...
Optional equipment Bang & Olufsen Sound System (9VS) Bang & Olufsen Sound System (9VS) Reference For more information about the infotainment system on the Audi TT, please refer to eSelf-Study Program 970153, 2016 Audi TT Vehicle Electrics, Electronics and Infotainment Systems.
Service Inspection and maintenance The Audi TT is subject to fixed inspection and maintenance intervals in the USA. The value indicated for the next oil change is 5,000 miles / 365 days for new vehicles. The next oil change after this is fixed at 10,000 miles / 365 days.
Self-study programs For more information about the technology of the Audi TT, please refer to the following self study program. eSelf-Study Program 920243 Service Training 991703 The Audi 1.8L and 2.0L Third Generation 920243 EA888 Engines The 2008 Audi TT Vehicle The Audi 1.8L and 2.0L Third...
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