Inspection & Quality Control Flashcards

During a pre-delivery inspection (PDI) on a new Audi, which system should be checked for proper initialization before handing the vehicle to the customer?

Answer: MMI navigation system and driver profile settings

MMI initialization and driver profile setup are mandatory PDI steps to ensure all infotainment and personalization functions are operational at delivery.

When inspecting an Audi's adaptive air suspension, which measurement is most critical to verify during a static quality check?

Answer: Ride height at all four corners relative to factory specification

Ride height at each corner must match Audi's published static specifications to confirm proper air spring function and level control calibration.

An Audi technician is performing a brake inspection and notices the brake fluid is brownish. What is the primary concern?

Answer: Moisture absorption has lowered the boiling point, risking vapor lock

Dark brake fluid indicates moisture contamination that lowers the boiling point, which can cause vapor lock and brake fade under heavy use.

Which Audi-specific scan tool function is used to verify that all control modules are running the correct, current software versions during a quality inspection?

Answer: Vehicle system test (VST) / Auto-Scan with version comparison

The Auto-Scan function in ODIS-S compares installed software versions against the Audi server database to flag any outdated or mismatched control unit software.

During a post-repair quality check, a technician verifies that ADAS features are functioning correctly. Which component most commonly requires recalibration after a windshield replacement on an Audi?

Answer: Forward-facing camera for lane assist

The forward-facing camera mounted to the windshield must be recalibrated to the correct pitch and yaw angles whenever the windshield is replaced.

When conducting a NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) quality inspection on an Audi after a suspension repair, what is the preferred method to isolate a suspected wheel bearing noise?

Answer: Load the vehicle and drive at highway speed while weaving gently

Gently weaving at highway speed shifts lateral load between bearings, causing a failing bearing to change its noise character and identifying the suspect corner.

An Audi A6 returns for a quality re-inspection after an oil change. The technician notices oil droplets on the underside of the engine oil pan. What should be checked first?

Answer: Oil filter housing O-ring and drain plug torque

The most common sources of post-oil-change leaks are an improperly torqued drain plug or a damaged/unseated oil filter housing O-ring, both directly serviced during the oil change.