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Multifunction steering wheel
A new multifunction steering wheel has been
introduced as standard. This is equipped with
special paddles (as used in formula 1 and for
the Le Mans R8) for manual shifting of the
6-speed Tiptronic
®. The voice control option
for radio, CD changer, telephone, navigation
system and MMI address book can also be
operated by way of the multifunction steering
wheel.
Dash panel insert display
Selection menu for:
– Radio station
– CD track
– Telephone address book
– Navigation system information
display
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Press MODE button:
For telephone, navigation system and
radio/CD menu selection
Turn left function control:
To select menu item
Press left function control:
For selection within chosen menu item
To accept a telephone callPress PTT (push to talk) button:
To activate/deactivate voice control
Turn right function control:
To regulate volume
Press right function control:
To repeat last navigation system message
Volume level/navigation
message repetition
control
Voice control
start/termination
button MODE button Menu selection
controlPaddle –Paddle +
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Electrical System
Both in the modern business world and in the
private domain, mobile information and
entertainment are becoming ever more
important. In other words, vehicle occupants are becoming
increasingly interested in enjoying the benefits of
modern media.
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Infotainment
DVD - Video
TV reception
Minidisc/CD audio Internet
EmailTelephone
Telematics DAB - Digital radio
CD/DVD navigation Central display
and control
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TP TMC
Tr. 12
10:56
D2 Private
With this in mind, the Audi A8 ´03 is fitted with
an infotainment system offering a wide range
of modern media.
Design and operation are described in
SSP 293 - Audi A8 ´03 Infotainment.
Memory SourceCD 1
Manual SoundDire Straits - Brothers in …
Forward
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Electrical System
The headlight in the Audi A8 ´03 combines both
design elements and innovative technology.
Headlight versions:
– Basic halogen version H7
Dynamic headlight range control is not
necessary with halogen headlights. The air
suspension provides compensation for static
load statuses and a thumbwheel is therefore
also not required.
– Bi-xenon version
– Bi-xenon version with integrated adaptive
light function
The headlight range control unit J431 is
responsible for providing static and dynamic
compensation for vehicle tilting as well as
actuation of the static adaptive light
function. The sensor signals of the 4-level air
suspension system are picked off by the
drive system CAN for control purposes. A
distinction is made between the two
gas-discharge lamp versions by way of
appropriate encoding (1 or 2) at the
headlight range control unit.
Lighting system
Front lights
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HPV stands for high-performance bulbs,
which are extremely compact and have a far
longer service life. They have a 25 % lower
power input than conventional bulbs. Such
bulbs cannot be replaced by customers.
Both bi-xenon versions feature an ellipsoid
module with a moving screen to achieve both
dipped beam and main beam with xenon light.
The automatic dynamic headlight range control
represents a more advanced version of the
standard automatic control system. It provides
headlight tilt compensation not only for various
load statuses but also as a dynamic function
reacting to differences in running gear
inclination caused by acceleration and
deceleration.
Dipped beam/main beam
(Bi-Xenon/D2S - gas-discharge lamp)Turn signal indicator
(2 x 16 W HPV bulb - yellow) Parking light
(W5W/5 W bulb)Adaptive light
(H8/35 W bulb)
Additional main beam
Headlight flasher
(H7/55 W bulb)Reflector
for adaptive light
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Light functions
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Adaptive light
The additional reflector with a 35 W H8
halogen bulb is actuated as the situation
requires to ensure earlier perception of other
road users or obstacles.
When reversing or parking, both adaptive
lights are activated to provide the driver with a
better overall view of the surrounding area.
Adaptive light
Control of the headlight functions is a complex
process.
It involves real time evaluation of several
signals (e.g. vehicle speed, steering angle and
turn signal indicator) by the headlight range
control unit J431.
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The optional headlights with adaptive light
function are a clearly visible innovative feature
in the Audi A8 ´03. To implement this function,
the headlights are provided with an additional
reflector between dipped beam and main
beam.
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Electrical System
Side lights
This is the first Audi vehicle to be fitted with
LED-type lights. The individual LEDs are fitted
in a graduated arrangement under a
transparent glass lens and give off a yellow
light when switched on. They appear neutral in
colour when switched off.
LED technology offers numerous advantages:
– Rapid attainment of full power
– Up to 50 % energy saving as compared to
bulbs
– Service life equal to that of the vehicle
– Shallow design
– Bright, distinct marking effect makes
vehicle more noticeable
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Assistant lighting system
This system adapts the vehicle lighting to the
prevailing light conditions. For this purpose
the light switch must be set to AUTO. The rain
and light detector sensor G397 establishes
the prevailing light conditions and activates
the vehicle lighting system if appropriate.
Assistant lighting applies to:
– Dipped beam
– Parking lights
– Tail lights
– Number plate light
Operation of the assistant lighting system is
described in SSP 288 – Audi A8 ´03
Distributed Functions.
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Rear lights
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The newly designed rear lights are an ideal
combination of design, function and ultra-
modern technology.
Light-emitting diodes are used for the tail light,
brake light and turn signal indicator functions.
Newly developed "High-performance" bulbs
are employed for the lesser used rear fog light
and reversing light functions.
The high-level third brake light also features
LEDs.
Interior lighting
In addition to the usual interior, reading and
door lights, the new Audi A8 also features new
"ambiente" and door contour lights with
variable functions depending on the lighting
profile selected.
Users can choose between the following
lighting profiles:
– Highway
– City
– Cockpit
– Fond = Rear
Rear light actuation is described in
SSP 287 – Audi A8 ´03 Electrical
Components.
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Brake/tail light on
side panel
– Red LEDs
Turn signal
indicator
– Yellow LEDsBrake/tail light on
boot lid
– Red LEDs
Rear fog light
– 16 W HPV bulb
Reversing light
– 16 W HPV bulb
Reflector
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An optional feature for the Audi A8 ´03 is
4-zone climate control, enabling both driver
and all passengers to make individual
settings independently of the climate control
level selected for the other occupants.
Design and operation
The air conditioning system represents a
more advanced version of the concept
employed in the Audi A8 predecessor model
with 2-zone climate control and features fully
automatic regulation.
Heating/Air Conditioner
The following components are new features
as compared to the systems previously fitted
in the Audi A8:
– Humidity sender G355
– Evaporator outflow temperature sender
G263
– Two versions: 2-zone front climate control
with 12 control motors and 4-zone front
and rear climate control with 15 control
motors
– Rear climate control with electric rear
additional heater as additional equipment
("4-zone system") – rear left and rear right
footwell heater element Z42 and Z43
– Second control and display unit with
4-zone climate control, Climatronic control
unit J255, rear Climatronic control and
display unit E265– Climate control menu in MMI (Multimedia
Interface) for display of climate control set
values and basic settings
– Front and rear seat heating and seat
ventilation
– Heated windscreen Z2
– Energy management control unit J644
The interaction of these components in
coordination with the entire air conditioning
system forms a control loop and permits
comfortable front and rear climate control to
suit all requirements.
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