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Trailer
towing
Driving
with
a trailer
General information
Your Audi was designed primarily for passen-
ger transportation .
If you plan to tow a trailer, please remember
that the additional load will affect durability,
economy and performance .
Trailer towing not only places more stress on
the vehicle, it also calls for more concentra-
tion from the driver.
For this reason, always fo llow the operating
and driving instructions provided and use
common sense.
Technical requirements
Trailer hitch
Use a weight-carrying
hitch conforming to the
gross trailer weight. The hitch must be suita-
ble for your vehicle and trailer and must be
mounted securely on the vehicle's chassis at a
technically sound
location . Use only a trailer
hitch with a removable ball mount. Always
check with the trailer hitch manufacturer
to
make sure that you are using the correct
hitch.
Do not use a bumper hitch.
The hitch must be installed in such a way that
it does not interfere with the impact-absorb-
ing bumper system. No modifications should
be made to the vehicle exhaust and brake sys-
tems . From time to time, check that all hitch
mounting bolts remain securely fastened.
When you are not towing a trailer, remove the
trai ler hitch ball mount. Th is prevents the
hitch from causing damage should your veh i-
cle be struck from behind
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Trailer brakes
If
your tra iler is equipped w ith a braking sys-
tem, check to be sure that it conforms to all
regulations .
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The trailer hydraulic brake system must not be
directly connected to the vehicle's hydraulic
brake system
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Safety chains
Always use safety chains between your veh icle
and the trai ler.
Trailer lights
Trailer lights must meet all regulations . Be
sure to check with your authorized Audi dealer
for correct wiring, switches, and relays.
Mirrors
If you are unable to see the traffic behind you
using the regular outside m irrors, then you
must
install extended mirrors.
It
is important
that you
always
have clea r vision to the rear .
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WARNING
- If a trailer has electrical brakes please
note that these brakes are not activated
by the factory-fitted
control unit - risk of
accident!
- After removing the trailer hitch, do not
store it in your vehicle. In case of sudden
braking, the hitch could fly forward and
injure you or your passengers.
- The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating for your
Audi QS vehicle, found on the safety
compliance label on the driver's s ide B-
pillar, must never be exceeded under any
circumstances.
Exceeding the Gross Vehi-
cle Weight Rating of your vehicle is likely
to damage your veh icle, and such dam-
age will not be covered by your Limited
New Vehicle Warranty. Exceeding the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating will also
change the performance
and handling
characteristics
of your vehicle, which
could cause a crash resulting in serious
injury or death.
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