2008 AUDI A5 COUPE light

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Technical data
Recalling settings
– If the driver's door is open, press the desired recall
button briefly.
– If the driver's door is clos ed, press and hold down the
desired recall button until the programmed settings are
reached.A tone will sound and the diode in the button ⇒page 74,
fig. 76 will light up to confirm th at the settings have been stored.
When you lock the vehicle the current settings are automatically
stored and assigned to the remote control key. However, the
settings assigned to the remote control key will not overwrite the
settings stored on recall buttons 1 and 2. The settings stored on the
recall buttons can be called up at any time. When you unlock the
vehicle, the settings assigned to the remote control key are recalled
automatically.
If your vehicle is also driven by other persons using your remote
control key, it is advisable to store your personal settings on one of
the recall buttons. You can then reca ll your own settings at any time
simply by pressing the corresponding recall button. When you lock
the vehicle these setti ngs are then stored automatically and
assigned once again to the remote control key.
WARNING
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For safety reasons, never recall seat settings when the vehicle
is moving - this could lead to an accident.
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In an emergency the recall fu nction can be stopped at any time
by pressing the switch, or by briefly pressing any of the
recall buttons.
Applies to vehicles: with seat memoryActivating memory for remote control key
The relevant function must be activated on the sound
system or MMI so that the se ttings stored in the memory
can be recalled using the remote control key.– Select: Function selector button > Seat adjustment
> Driver's seat > Remote control key > on.
SET
ON/OFF
Fig. 77 MMI display:
Driver's seat
CAR
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Applies to vehicles: with stretch netStretch net / retaining net
The stretch net / retaining net can be used to secure light
items in the luggage compartment.Stretch net
– First secure the front hooks in the fastening rings
⇒ fig. 84.
–Then secure the rear hooks in the fastening rings.
Retaining net
– Secure the hooks of the retaining net to the fastening rings at the bottom of the tail panel ⇒fig. 85. – Pull down the retaining hooks at the top of the luggage
compartment. Pull up the net and attach the loops of the
net to the retaining hooks.
You can also use the retaining hooks ⇒fig. 85 to secure light items
of luggage, such as shopping bags, etc.
The hooks will fold up again by themselves when not in use.
WARNING
The retaining net should only be us ed to hold objects weighing up
to 5 kg. Heavier objects cannot be safely secured (injury risk).Side storage compartment
The DVD player for the navigation system* is located in
the left side compartment in the luggage compartment.
Fig. 84 Stretch net laid
outFig. 85 Stretch net
attached in position as
retaining net
Fig. 86 Luggage
compartment: Side
trim with closed
storage compartment
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WARNING
The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during
sudden braking.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Applies to vehicles: with folding backrestsLocking the backrest–Turn the key ⇒ fig. 91 to the right to lock the backrest.
– Turn the key to the left to unlock the backrest.When the backrest is properly en gaged in its upright position, the
release handle can be locked and unlocked with the key. This
prevents unauthorised access to the luggage compartment from
inside the vehicle.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Storage shelf
The storage shelf behind the rear backrest should only be
used to store light articles of clothing.
WARNING
Do not store any heavy or hard objects on the storage shelf. They
could cause injury if the brakes are applied suddenly.
Caution
Please note that hard objects co uld chafe against the wires of the
heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
Make sure that the slots between the rear window and the storage
shelf are kept clear to ensure unimpaired ventilation.
Fig. 91 Locking the
backrest
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– Position the cup in the holder and let go of the arm. The arm will move back automatically to secure the cup.
Closing cup holder
– Press the middle piece between the two arms and push the cup holder back into the shaft as far as it will go.The retainer arm should be positi oned against the drinks container
so that it is held securely.
One or two drink containers can be held in the centre armrest.
WARNING
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Do not put any hot drinks in the cup holders while the vehicle
is moving. You could be scalded if the hot liqu id is spilt.
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Do not use hard china cups or glasses. These could cause injury
in the event of an accident.Caution
You should avoid putting open drinks containers in the cup holders.
The drinks could otherwise spill over and cause damage to e.g. the
electrical equipment or the seat covers.
AshtraysFront ashtrayOpening ashtray
– Slide the cover open.
Closing ashtray
– Lightly press the cover to make the ashtray close auto- matically.
Removing ashtray
–Slide the switch ⇒ fig. 98 to the right to release the
ashtray.
– Take out the ashtray ⇒fig. 98.
Inserting ashtray
– Insert the ashtray and press it into its mountings.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the asht ray, as this could cause a fire.
Fig. 98 Centre console:
Ashtray open
AA
AB
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Rear ashtrayOpening ashtray
– Pull the front lip of the ashtray ⇒fig. 99 in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
Removing ashtray
– Press down the retainer and take out the ashtray.
Inserting ashtray
– Place the ashtray in the holder.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtra y, as this could cause a fire.
Cigarette lighter and electrical
socketsCigarette lighter
The 12 Volt socket for the cigarette lighter can also be
used as a power source for other electrical appliances.Using cigarette lighter
– Open the cover of the front ashtray.
– Press in the cigarette lighter knob.
– Wait for the lighter to spring out.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter immediately.
– Use the glowing heater element of the cigarette lighter to
light your cigarette.
– Put the cigarette lighter back in its socket.
Operating electrical socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the ciga- rette lighter socket.
Fig. 99 Rear centre
console: Ashtray
AB
AA
Fig. 100 Front ashtray
(open)
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88The cigarette lighter employs a standard 12 Volt socket which can
also be used as a power source fo r electrical appliances. The appli-
ances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of
100 W.
WARNING
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Take care when using the cigare tte lighter. Carelessness or
negligence when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
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The cigarette lighter also works when the ignition is off and
when the ignition key is removed. To avoid the risk of fire, never
leave children unsuper vised in the vehicle.
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The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them
will operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use
of the electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can
cause injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave chil-
dren unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.Caution
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid damaging the sockets.
Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 12 Volt sockets12 Volt sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to both 12 Volt
sockets.Electrical socket in luggage compartment and
front centre console
– Open the cover cap concealing the socket ⇒fig. 101.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket.
Electrical socket in rear centre console
– Fold up the lid ⇒page 89, fig. 103 to access the socket.
Fig. 101 Detail of the
side trim in the
luggage compartment:
12 Volt socketFig. 102 Electrical
socket in the centre
console
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– Insert the plug of the electric al appliance into the socket.Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12 Volt socket. The
appliances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating
of 100 W.
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any a ppliances connected to them will
operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use of the
electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can cause
injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.
Caution
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To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never
connect equipment that generates electrical current, such as a solar
panel or battery charger, to the 12 Volt sockets or cigarette lighter in
order to charge the vehicle's battery.
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Use only equipment which has been tested for electromagnetic
compatibility in compliance with EC Directive 2004/104/EC.Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 230 Volt Euro socketOn-board 230 Volt Euro socketElectrical equipment can be connected to the 230 Volt
Euro socket in the rear centre console.The 230 Volt Euro socket can only be used when the engine
is running ⇒.
– Fold up the lid to access the socket.
– Plug the Euro connector into the socket. This will auto- matically release the child safety device.LED in electrical socket
Appliances suitable for connection
Electrical equipment with a Euro plug connector can be connected
to the 230 Volt Euro socket. The appliances connected to the
230 Volt Euro socket must not exceed a power rating of 150 W
(300 W peak power).Steady green light:
The socket is ready for use.
Flashing red light:
The socket has tripped out due
to a power surge, overheating or
similar
Fig. 103 Rear centre
console: 230 Volt Euro
socket
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Storage compartmentsOverview
There are several storage compartments at various points
in the vehicle.Glove box
The glove box is equipped with a lock* and a light.
Opening glove box
– Pull the catch on the lid in the direction indicated (arrow)
⇒fig. 104 and open the lid.
Closing glove box
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.The glove box lid has separate holders for a pen and a note pad.
On the right-hand side of the glov e box there is a holder with a key
shell. In order to star t the engine with the spare key, it has to be
clipped into this shell.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of injuries, al ways keep the glove box lid closed
when driving.Compartment for (sun)glasses in headliner– To open the cover, lightly press the panel ⇒fig. 105
(arrow). The cover will then open by itself.
– To close the cover, push it upwards until it engages.
Glove box
⇒ page 91
Compartment for (sun)glasses in head-
liner
⇒page 91
Storage compartments in the front seats
⇒page 92
Coat hooks
⇒page 92
First-aid kit
⇒page 254
Side storage compartment in luggage
compartment
⇒page 79
Warning triangle
⇒page 254
Fig. 104 Glove box
Fig. 105 Compartment
for (sun)glasses in
headliner
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