2008 AUDI A5 wheel

Lights and vision 58Applies to vehicles: with adaptive lightadaptive light
This feature provides better illumination when you drive
through a corner.The adaptive light gives better illumination of the bend and the side
of the road when driving through a corner ⇒fig. 55. The adaptive
light is controlled automatically, depending on the speed of the
vehicle and the steering wheel angle.
The headlights are regulated automatically when you drive through
a corner, depending on how far you turn the steering wheel. To
avoid having a dark spot in front of the vehicle the two headlights
are directed at different angles.
Note
The system is active at speeds from approximately 10 km/h to
110 km/h.
Hazard warning lights

The hazard warning lights are used to make other road
users aware of your vehicle in hazardous situations.– Press the switch
 to switch the hazard warning lights
on or off ⇒fig. 56.
All four turn signals flash simultaneously when the hazard warning
lights are switched on. The two turn signal indicator lamps
  and
the indicator lamp in the switch
 will flash at the same time. The
hazard warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off.
The hazard warning lights come on automatically in the event of an
accident in which an airbag is triggered or in the case of an emer-
gency stop (full brake application).
Note
You should switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road
users, for instance:•
When reaching the tail end of a traffic jam
•
If your vehicle breaks down or there is an emergency
•
If your vehicle is being towed away, or if you are towing another
vehicle.
Fig. 55 adaptive light
when driving
Fig. 56 Switch for
hazard warning lights
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Lights and vision59
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Technical data
Turn signal and main beam lever
The turn signal and main beam lever also operates the
parking lights and the headlight flasher.The turn signal and main beam headlight lever has the
following functions:
Turn signals
 
– Move the lever all the way up to indicate right, or all the
way down to indicate left ⇒fig. 57.
– Move the lever briefly up or down just as far as the point
of resistance and then release it: the turn signals will
flash three times.
– Move the lever up or down just as far as the point of
resistance and hold it there: the turn signals flash for as
long as you hold the lever.
Main beam headlights

– Press the lever forward to switch on the main beams.
– Pull the lever back towards you to switch the main beam
headlights off again.Headlight flasher

– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the
flasher.
Parking lights

– Switch off the ignition.
– Move the lever up or down to turn on the right or left-
hand parking lights respectively.Notes on these functions•
The turn signals only work when the ignition is switched on. The
corresponding indicator lamp
 or
 flashes in the instrument
cluster.
•
The turn signals are cancelled automatically when the steering
wheel is returned to the straight-ahead position.
•
The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped
beam headlights are already on. The main beam headlight indicator
lamp  then comes on in the instrument cluster.
•
The headlight flasher comes on for as long as you pull the lever –
even if no other lights are switched on. The main beam headlight
indicator lamp
 then comes on in the instrument cluster.
•
When the parking lights are switched on, the headlight and the
rear light on one side of the car light up with reduced intensity. The
parking lights will only work with the ignition off. A warning buzzer
will sound for as long as the driver's door is open.Caution
Do not use the main beam headlights or the headlight flasher if this
would dazzle oncoming traffic.
Fig. 57 Turn signal and
main beam headlight
lever
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Seats and storage71
Controls
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Self-help
Technical data
Adjusting height of lumbar support*
– Press the top or bottom part of the adjuster switch to
move the lumbar support upwards or downwards as
required.
Raising or lowering the seat
– Pull the lever ⇒page 70, fig. 72 up or down repeat-
edly (i.e. pump the lever).
Adjusting backrest angle
– Lean forwards to take your weight off the backrest.
– Turn the adjuster wheel ⇒page 70, fig. 72 to set the
angle of the backrest as required.
WARNING
•
Never adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is moving - this
could lead to an accident.
•
Be careful when adjusting the seat height. Careless or uncon-
trolled use of the seat adjustment can cause injuries.
•
Do not drive with the backrests of the front seats reclined too
far as otherwise the seat belt and airbag could fail to restrain the
wearer properly in an accident, possibly leading to injury.
Applies to vehicles: with manual seat adjustmentEasy-entry functionThe easy-entry function gives improved access to the rear
seats.Folding down backrest and moving front seats
forwards
– Pull up the lever ⇒fig. 73.
– Keep holding the lever and fold down the backrest.
– Let go of the lever and push the seat forwards.
Moving front seat back and returning backrest
to an upright position
– Push the front seat back before you return the backrest to
an upright position. Otherwise, it will not be possible to
move the seat back to its original position.
WARNING
Before you drive off, always make sure the front seats are upright
and securely locked in position.
A4
A5
A6
Fig. 73 Driver's seat:
Lever on backrest
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Technical data
Note
If the LED in the AC button should continue to light up when the AC
mode has been switched off (i.e. the air conditioner has been
switched off) this is due to a defect in one of the air conditioner
components. If a malfunction should occur, please contact a quali-
fied workshop.Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerAir outlets
The air distribution setting directs the air to the outlets
you select.Fig. 113 Dashboard: Location of air outletsAir outlets and
– The outlets can be opened and closed by turning the
thumbwheels next to them.– The direction of air delivery from these outlets can be
adjusted horizontally and vertically using the adjuster in
the centre of each outlet grille.
The flow of air from the outlets is controlled either automatically or
manually, depending on the operating mode selected. All the
outlets can provide air which is either heated, unheated, or cooled.
Note
When the air conditioner is operating in the cooling mode, the air is
directed mainly to outlets and . To ensure an adequate cooling
effect, you should not close these outlets completely.Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerAir outlets for rear passengers
The air outlets for the rear cabin are located in the centre
console.– The outlets can be opened and closed by turning the
thumbwheels.
– The direction of air delivery from these outlets can be
adjusted horizontally and vertically using the adjuster in
the centre of each outlet grille.The flow of air from the outlets is controlled either automatically or
manually, depending on the operating mode selected. All the
outlets can provide air which is either heated, unheated, or cooled.
The heater outlets for the rear footwells are located under the front
seats.
Note
When the air conditioner is operating in the cooling mode the air is
directed mainly to the outlets in the centre console. To ensure an
A2
A3
A2
A3
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Heating and cooling 108Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner plusAir outlets
The air distribution setting directs the air to the outlets
you select.Fig. 123 Dashboard: Location of air outletsAir outlets and
– The outlets can be opened and closed by turning the
thumbwheels next to them.
– The direction of air delivery from these outlets can be
adjusted horizontally and vertically using the adjuster in
the centre of each outlet grille.The flow of air from the outlets is controlled either automatically or
manually, depending on the operating mode selected. Outlets to
can provide air which is either heated, unheated, or cooled.
Note
When the air conditioner is operating in the cooling mode, the air is
directed mainly to outlets and . To ensure an adequate cooling
effect, you should not close these outlets completely.Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner plusAir outlets for rear passengers
The air outlets for the rear cabin are located in the centre
console.– The outlets can be opened and closed by turning the
thumbwheels.
– The direction of air delivery from these outlets can be
adjusted horizontally and vertically using the adjuster in
the centre of each outlet grille.The flow of air from the outlets is controlled either automatically or
manually, depending on the operating mode selected. All the
outlets can provide air which is either heated, unheated, or cooled.
The heater outlets for the rear footwells are located under the front
seats.
Note
When the air conditioner is operating in the cooling mode the air is
directed mainly to the outlets in the centre console. To ensure an
adequate cooling effect, you should not close these outlets
completely.
A2
A3
A1
A4
A2
A3
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Technical data Transmitting range
The range of the remote control transmitter is about 600 metres.
However, this can be greatly reduced by obstacles (buildings, etc.)
between the remote control transmitter and the vehicle. Hold the
aerial upright when using the remote control.
You should not normally use the remote control at a distance of less
than 3 metres from the vehicle. If you are closer than this, or if you
use the remote control inside the vehicle, this can cause signal over-
load.
For the sake of the environment
Please dispose of old batteries in the proper manner so that they do
not harm the environment.Seat heatingApplies to vehicles: with front seat heatingSeat heating for front seats
The seat cushions and backrests of the front seats can be
heated electrically.– Press the button for the seat heating .– Turn the rotary control to the desired setting.
In setting 0 the seat heating is switched off. Possible settings range
from 1 to 6.
The seat heating setting will be shown on the MMI display
⇒fig. 132 for a few seconds if the MMI is switched on.
Caution
To avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heating, please
do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure at a single point.Applies to vehicles: with seat heating for rear seatsSeat heating for rear seats
The seat cushions and backrests of the two outer rear
seats can be heated electrically.– Turn the left thumbwheel (on the centre console) to
switch on and regulate the heating for the left rear seat.
– Turn the right thumbwheel (on the centre console) to
switch on and regulate the heating for the right rear seat.The heating is switched off when the thumbwheel is set to 0.
Possible settings range from 1 to 6.
The heating for the rear seats only operates when a sensor registers
the weight of the occupant in the seat. If nobody is travelling on the
rear seats, please switch off the rear seat heating to avoid activating
it unintentionally.
Caution
To avoid damaging the heating elements of the seat heating, please
do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp pressure at a single point.
A4

Fig. 132 MMI display:
Seat heating
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Driving 116DrivingSteeringApplies to vehicles: with manually adjustable steering columnAdjusting the steering wheel position
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be
adjusted as required to suit the driver.– Pull the lever ⇒fig. 133 -arrow- ⇒ up.
– Move the steering wheel to the desired position.
– Then push the lever towards the steering column until
the catch engages.
WARNING
•
Never adjust the position of the steering wheel when the
vehicle is moving - this could cause an accident.
•
For safety reasons, the lever must be pushed securely against
the steering column to prevent the steering wheel from acciden-
tally changing position while driving (accident risk).
Ignition lockStarting the engine with the key
You can use the ignition key to switch on the ignition and
start the engine.– Insert the key into the ignition lock.
–Manual gearbox: Press the clutch pedal all the way down
and move the gear lever into neutral.
–Automatic gearbox: Press the brake pedal and move the
selector lever to position P or N.
–Press in the key ⇒fig. 134 to start the engine.
– Diesel engines can take a few seconds longer than usual
to star t on cold days. Please keep your foot on the clutch
or brake pedal until the engine starts. The glow plug indi-
cator lamp

lights up in the instrument cluster while
the glow plugs are preheating.
Fig. 133 Lever beneath
steering column
Fig. 134 Ignition key
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Technical data start running again after some time if the coolant temperature rises
due to a build-up of heat, or if the engine is hot and the engine
compartment is heated up further by direct sunlight.
Electro-mechanical parking brakeOperation
The electro-mechanical parking brake replaces the hand-
brake.– Pull switch ⇒fig. 136 to apply the parking brake. The
indicator lamp in the switch will light up.
– Depress the brake or accelerator pedal and press the
switch at the same time to release the parking brake. The
indicator lamp in the switch will go out.Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-mechanical parking brake.
The parking brake replaces the conventional handbrake, and is
mainly intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling away acciden-
tally.
However, the electro-mechanical parking brake also offers a number
of convenience and safety features in addition to the functions of a
normal handbrake.When driving away
•
The parking brake auto release function releases the parking
brake automatically when you wish to start moving ⇒page 122,
“Driving away from a standstill”.
•
When driving away on a gradient, the parking brake auto release
function prevents the vehicle from rolling back unintentionally. The
braking force of the parking brake is only released when there is
enough power at the wheels to make the vehicle move in the desired
direction.
Emergency braking function
An emergency braking function enables you to stop the vehicle even
if the conventional foot brake should fail to work ⇒page 123,
“Emergency braking function”.
Warning and indicator lamps
•
The warning lamps
 in the instrument cluster and switch light
up when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched on.
•
The warning lamps
 in the instrument cluster and switch light
up for approximately 20 seconds when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition switched off.
WARNING
Never press the accelerator pedal or release the clutch inadvert-
ently if a gear is engaged or if the selector lever is not in position
P or N (on automatic vehicles) while the vehicle is stationary with
the engine running. The vehicle could otherwise start moving
immediately and possibly cause an accident.
Caution
If the symbol
 flashes in the centre display, or if the warning lamp
 flashes in the instrument cluster, there is a fault in the brake
system. You can press the button to obtain a message
explaining the fault. If the message Parking brake ! appears, there is
Fig. 136 Centre
console: Parking brake
AA
SET
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