Calibration Requirements

2014 Audi A8 Quattro Base, 4.0L Eng VIN 2SECTION Calibration Requirements
  • The camera lens must be clean. Cleaning
  • Check the camera images on the Front Information Display Control Head -J685-. Replace the camera if the images are unclear because the camera has been damaged. Check the mount for the camera if the image is low.
  • Make sure both exterior rearview mirrors are folded out.
  • The vehicle must be standing on a firm and level surface.
  • There must be enough clearance around the vehicle (at least 2 meters).
  • The parking brake must be set.
  • The steering wheel must be in the 0 position and the wheels must be straight.
  • If the vehicle has an air suspension, turn on "Auto" and drive the vehicle at "standard vehicle height" onto Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
  • All doors and the rear lid must be closed.
  • No one should be in the vehicle.
  • The vehicle must not be loaded (curb weight).
  • Connect the battery charger.
  • Ignition switched on.
  • The system is active and is displayed on the Front Information Display Control Head -J685-.
  • Do not move the vehicle during the calibration process.

Calibrate the cameras in the following sequence:

  • Front Peripheral Camera -R243-
  • Rear Peripheral Camera -R246-
  • Left Peripheral Camera -R244-
  • Right Peripheral Camera -R245-

Special tools and workshop equipment requiredΒ 

  • Calibration ToolVAS6350
  • Peripheral Camera Calibration DeviceVAS6350/6
  • Vehicle Diagnostic Tester

The Calibration ToolVAS6350 consists of the following parts:

  • Calibration field
  • Calibration Tool - Wheel Center MountingsVAS6350/1
  • Calibration Tool - Spacing LaserVAS6350/2
  • Linear LaserVAS6350/3A

The Peripheral Camera Calibration DeviceVAS6350/6 is comprise of the following components:

  • Mounting Post with Left PlateVAS6350/6-1
  • Mounting Post with Right PlateVAS6350/6-2
  • Left Post MountVAS6350/6-3
  • Right Post MountVAS6350/6-4
  • Guide PinVAS6350/6-5
  • Line Scan Laser MountVAS6350/6-6

Overview Calibration ToolVAS6350 with Peripheral Camera Calibration DeviceVAS6350/6

The Mounting Post with Left PlateVAS6350/6-1 and Mounting Post with Right PlateVAS6350/6-2 must be vertical.

-- Move the calibration field on the Peripheral Camera Calibration DeviceVAS6350/6 into a horizontal position.

-- To do this, twist plastic feet under the calibration field of the Calibration ToolVAS6350 so that air bubble in level is located exactly in the center of the indicator -arrow-

Fig 1: Identifying Bubble Level (Sight Glass) On Calibration Tool VAS 6350
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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