2008 AUDI S6 mirror

Clear vision
Mem ory settin g for th e out sid e mirro rs *
When the seat posi tion is saved in the memory, the posi tion of the
outs ide mirrors is saved at the same time=>
page 91.
If th e position of th e mirror surfac e is changed on a ti lted mirror, this
new position wil l be automatically saved to the remote key when the
vehic le is taken out of reverse gear .
Tilting th e passenger's side out side m irro r (on ly with
e xterior mirror m em ory )
When you move the se lector lever in to R (Reverse), the m irror on the
front passenger's door (knob turned to® =>
page 83, fig. 74) will tilt
s lightly downward. Th is m ake is easier for you to see the curb when
you are backing into a parking spac e.
The mirror returns to its ini tial posit ion as soon as reverse gear is
disengaged and vehic le speed is above about 9 mph (15 km/h). The
mirror also retur ns to its init ia l pos ition if the switch is moved to the
dr iver 's outside mirror
(0 or the ignition is switched off .
Automatic anti-glare for the outside mirror s*
The outside mirrors dim at the same time as the inside mirror . When
the ignition is switched on, the mi rrors automat ically dim
depending on the amount of light striking the mirrors (such as head­
lights shi ning into the vehicle from the rear).
When you turn on the interior light, or when you move the selector
lever into
R (Rev erse), the anti-glare function stops and the mirrors
retur n to their original condition (not darkened).
0 Note
• Curved (i .e. convex) mirror surfaces increase you r field o f view .
Remember that vehicles or other objects will appear smaller and
farther away than w hen seen in a flat mirror. If you use this mirr or to
estimate distances of following vehicles when changing lanes , you
cou ld estimate incorrectly and cause an acc ident .
• If the mirror housing is moved unintentionally (for example ,
wh ile pa rking your vehicle), then you must firs t fold the mirro r elec - trically. Do not readjust the mirror housing manually. You cou
ld
damage the m otor wh ich contr ols the mirror .
[ i ] Tips
If the re shou ld be a malfunction in the electrica l system, you can
still adjust the outside mirrors by pressing the edge of the mirror .•
A pplies to vehicle s: w it h a utom ati c d imm ing for out sid e mirro rs
Automatic dimming for outside mirrors
The ou ts ide mirrors are dimmed together with the automa tic
dimming of the inside mirror. When the ign ition is switched on, the
mirrors darken a utomatical ly depending on the lig ht striking them
(e.g. headlights from the rear).
When the interior lighting is switched on and when reverse gear is engaged, the m irrors are switched back to the ir o rigi nal brightness
(not dimmed).
& WARNING
The glas s of the inside rear v iew mirror is layered and contain s an
electrolyte to achieve it s propertie s. Be aware of liquid electrolyte
leaking from a b rok en mirror gla ss . This liquid c an cause irr itat ion
to skin , eyes, and re spiratory sy stem . If you get electrolyte in your
eyes or on your skin , immed iately rinse with plenty of wate r. If i rri­
tation persists , seek m edi cal attention .
0 Note
Electrolyte leaking fro m a broken mi rro r glass attacks the veh ic le
paint and p lastic surfaces . Clean up spilled electrolyte immediately
with clear water and a sponge. _,,,

[ i J Tips
• If automatic dimming for the inside mirror is switched off, the
outside mirrors are also not dimmed automatically.
• Automatic dimming for the mirror only operates properly if the
sunshade* for the rear window is retracted, or the light striking the
inside mirror is not hindered by other objects. •
Digital compass
Applies to vehicles: with digital compass
Activating or deactivating the compass
The direction is displayed on the interior rear view mirror.
Fig. 75 Inside rear
view mirror: digital
compass activated
To activate or deactivate, hold the@ button down until
the red display appears or disappears.
The digital compass only works with the ignition turned on. The
directions are displayed as initials :
N (North), NE (Northeast), E
(East), SE (Southeast), S (South), SW (Southwest), W (West), NW
(Northwest).
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[ i J Tips
To avoid inaccurate directions, do not allow any remote controls,
e lectrical systems, or metal parts close to the mirror. •
Applies to veh ic le s: w ith d igi tal compass
Setting the magnetic deflection zone
The correct magnetic deflection zone must be set in order
to display the directions correctly.
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©
Fig. 76 North America: magnetic deflection zone boundaries
Hold the@::::, fig. 75 button down until the number of
the set magnetic deflection zone appears on the interior rear view mirror. _,.
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Clear vision
-Adjust the magnetic deflection zone by repeatedly
pressing on the © button. The set mode automatically
deactivates after a few seconds.•
Applies to vehic les: w ith dig ital compass
Calibrating the compass
The compass has to be recalibrated if the display is wrong
or inaccurate.
- Hold the© button down until the letter C is displayed on
the interior rear view mirror.
- Drive in a circle at a speed of about 5 mph (10 km/h) until
a direction is shown on the interior rear view mirror.
& WARNING
The digital compass is to be used as a directional aid only. Even
though you may want to look at it while you are driving, you must
still pay attention to traffic, road and weather conditions as well
as other possible hazards . •

Seat memory
Applies to vehicles: w ith seat memory
Driver's seat memory
The seat adjustment settings for two drivers con be stored
using the memory buttons in the driver's door.
Fig . 81 Driver's door :
Seat memory
In addition to the setting for the driver's seat, the settings for the
steering column* and both exterior mirrors can be stored.
Storing and reca lling settings
Using the memory buttons 1 and 2, you can store and recall the
settings for two different drivers=> fig. 81.
The current settings are also automatically stored on the remote control key being used when the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle
is unlocked, the settings stored on the remote contro l key being
used are automatically recalled. This function has to be activated in
the MMI =>
page 92, "Activating remote control key memory".
Turning seat memory on and off
If the [ ON/OFF ! switch is depressed, the seat memory is inoperative.
Th e word OFF next to the [ON/OFF) switch illuminates.
All the stored settings are retained. We recommend using the
I ON/OFF] switch and deactivating the seat memory if the vehic le is
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Seats and storage
only going to be used temporarily by a driver whose settings are not
going to be stored. •
Applies to veh icles: w ith seat memory
Storing and recalling a seat position
Before you can store or recall your seat position, the
I ON/OFF] button must be engaged (down) .
Storing settings
- Adjust the driver's seat~
page 88.
-Adjust the steering column*~ page 123.
-Adjust both outside mirrors~ page 83.
-Press the !SE T] button and hold it down. At the same
time, press one of the memory buttons for at least one
second.
- Release the buttons. The settings are now stored under
the corresponding memory button.
Recalling settings
- Driver's door open -press the desired memory button.
- Driver's door closed -press the corresponding memory
button until the stored position is reached.
Successful storage is confirmed audibly and by the light in the [ SET)
button illuminating.
When the vehicle is
locked, the current settings are stored and
assigned to the remote control key. But the settings stored on
memory buttons 1 and 2 are not deleted. They can be recalled at any
time. When the vehicle is
unloc ked, the settings stored on the
remote control key are restored . ..,
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Rear window shelf
You can place light articles of clothing on the rear
window shelf behind the seatback.
& WARNING
Whenever you are driving, do not leave any hard objects on the
rear window shelf or allow your pet to sit on the shelf. These could
become a hazard for vehicle occupants in the event of sudden
braking or a crash!
[ i] Tips
• A vent slot is located between the shelf and the rear window. Do
not block the vent with any items you may place on the rear window
shelf.
• Do not place bulky items on the rear window shelf as they would
restrict or block the driver's vision through the rear view mirror.•
Controls and equip ­
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Seats and storage
Head restraints
Adjusting head restraints, front seats
The head restraints must be adjusted properly to provide
protection.
Fig. 83 Front seats
head restraints
The head restraints on the front seats can be adjusted to
provide safe support to head and neck at the optimum
height. When optimally adjusted, the top of the restraint
should be level with the top of the head=>
page 197,
"Proper adjustment of head restraints".
Raising head restraint
-Grasp the side of the head restraint with both hands.
- Adjust the head restraints so that the top of the head
restraint is
at least level with your eyes or higher.
Lowering head restraint
-With one hand push down on the middle of the head
restraint.
- With the other hand press the release knob@=> fig. 83
and push the head restraint down. ..,
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-Switch the ignition off, the entire acoustic parking
system is automatically deactivated.
The rear-view camera will deactivate automatically when you shift
into a forward gear and drive faster than about
9 mph (15 km/h) .
The delay in deactivating the camera provides an uninterrupted
view behind the vehicle especially when maneuvering in tight parking spaces and prevents the picture from turning off the every
time you shift out of reverse.
The vehicle -obstacle distance at which the sensors start to measure
is
about:
To the side 2 ft (0.60 m)
Center rear 5.2 ft (1.60 ml
Backing up
Distance notification when backing up starts when an obstacle is
detected that is within range of the Audi Parking System. As the
distance decreases, the time between the chimes gets shorter .
When the distance is less than
1 ft (0.30 m), the chime becomes a
continuous tone. Here, at the latest, you should stop backing up.
Please note that low objects already signaled by Audi Parking
System can become so close that they can no longer be detected
and will not continue to be signaled .
If the distance to an obstacle stays the same, the volume of the
distance signal chime is gradually reduced after about
4 seconds
(does not affect the continuous signal tone). Approaching another
obstacle will cause the distance signal to sound again at the normal
volume.
Distance signal tones
Distance is signaled by chimes from the rear signal generator. The
volume and the pitch of the chimes can be adjusted in the MMI
=>
page 178.
Rear-view camera (rear view)
The rear -view camera picture ~ page 173, fig. 172 appears in the
MMI Display as a mirror image . The rear-view camera picture has
orientation lines and marked surfaces projected into it, as an aid to
the parking process=>
page 171 . The red line in the picture
=>
page 171, fig. 168 or=> page 171, fig. 169 indicates the collision
area . Here , at the latest, you should stop backing up~&.
If the warning message appears in the display but not the rear-view
camera picture, read and confirm the warning message. The
acoustic distance signal is always active.
If you press a function button on the MMI terminal, the rear -view
camera picture disappears. The rear-view camera picture reappears
the next time you park.
When the rear -view camera picture is displayed, you can adjust the
volume and frequency of the acoustic parking via the control button
with the
Settings function ~ page 179.
Further information on the warning message and the MMI terminal
can be found in the MMI instruction booklet.
& WARNING
• Sensors have blind spots in which objects cannot be detected.
Be especially careful to check for small children and animals
before backing up. Small children and animals will not always be
detected by the sensors.
• The Audi Parking System is not a substitute for being careful
and alert when backing up. Be especially careful during parking
and similar maneuvers. Always watch where you are driving and
make sure that nothing is in the way.
• Remember that low obstacles which have already been
signaled may pass below the system's sensing zone when the
vehicle is backing up. The fact that the signal stops does not mean
that you have cleared the obstacle. When the signal stops, impact is imminent . Objects such as trailer hitches, chains, narrow posts
or fences covered by a thin layer of paint may not always be
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& WARNING ! continued )
detected by the system . They can still damage your vehicle
without warning .
• Always make sure that the volu me and frequency of the chimes
i s adjusted so that you can easily hear the acousti c di stance signal
ev en if the radio is playing , the air- cond it ioner blower is on High or
there i s a high level of outs ide noise .
- Che ck the settings whenever someone else has driven the
vehicle before you.
• Improp er reliance on the Audi Parking System can cause colli­
s ions and serious personal inju ry .
- Never rely only on parking assist when backing up.
- Always check rear view mirrors to make sure it is safe to back
up.
[ i ) Tips
• The rea r-view came ra pic ture is avai lable a s soon as the MMI
D isplay or the MMI is switched on, or the start-up phase is
completed.
• K eep the sensors in the rear bumper and the rear-view camera
len s clean a nd free of snow and ice, so that the Aud i Pa rking Syste m
can work properl y. Please follow the additional notes on
~ page 179 . •
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App lies to veh icles: with Audi Parking System ( rear) and rear-view camera
Rear-view camera (Rear View)
T he rea r-vie w camer a picture , appearing in the MM/
Display, s hows t he are a behin d t he veh icle.
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Fig . 168 T op view :
Pa rking mode 1
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Fig . 169 T op view :
Parking mode 2
Parking mode
Two different parkin g modes are available for parking with the rear ­
v iew camera. The two different parking modes are denotes as
"parking mode 1" ~ page 173 a nd "parking mode 2" ~ page 175.
"Parking mode 1" ~ fig. 168, for e xamp le, can be used to park in a
parki ng space o r a par king garage ~
pag e 173 .
"Parking mode 2" ~ fig. 169, for example, can be used to {parallel)
park on the s ide of the road~
page 175. ..,
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"Parking mode
1" appears by default in the MMI Display if the rear ­
v iew came ra is activate d=>
page 169 . You can switch to " parki ng
mode
2" by pressing the control button with the mode @
=> page 173, fig. 173 function . By repeatedly p ressing the control
button with the
mode function, you can switch back and forth
between "parking mode
1 " and "pa rking mode 2".
Orientation lines and marked surfa ces
Orientati on l ines and col ored ma rke d surfaces( => page 173, fig . 172
or=>
page 175, fig. 174) are projected into the rear -view camera
pictu res, subject to the two diffe rent par king modes . These orienta­
tion lines and surfaces offer aid when parking or maneuvering. The
orientation lines and su rfaces refer to the height of a leve l driving
sur face.
When the indicated orientation lines and indicated blue surfaces
sup erimpos e veh ic le s or o bjects, a t the lates t, t he respectiv e
d istance to the vehicles or objects has become too short
=>
p age 177 .
If the tr unk lid is open, the o rien tat io n lin es and marked su rfaces are
not displayed .
& WARNING
• The rear-view camera has blind spots , in which objects cannot
be detected . Be especially careful to check for small children and
animals before backing up . Small children and animals will not
always be detected by the sensors.
• The Audi Parking System is not a substitute for being careful
and alert when backing up . Be especially careful during parking
and similar maneuvers . Always watch where you are driving and
make sure that nothing is in the way.
• Remember that low obstacles which have already been
signaled may pass below the system 's sensing zone when the
vehicle is backing up . The fact that the signal stops does not mean
that you have cleared the obstacle . When the signal stops , impact
is imminent . Objects such as trailer hit ches, chains , narrow posts
& WARNING (continued )
or fences covered by a thin layer of paint may not always be
detected by the sy stem. They can still damage your vehicle
without warning .
• Always make sure that the volume and frequency of the chime s
is adjusted so that you can easily hear the acoustic distance signal
even if the radio is playing , the air -conditioner blower is on High or
there is a high level of outside noise .
- Check the settings whenever someone else has driven the
vehicle before you .
• Improper reliance on the Audi Parking System can cause colli ­
sions and serious personal injury .
- Never rely only on parking assi st w hen changing backing up .
- Always check rear view mirrors to make sure it is safe to back
up .
[ i ] Tips
• Before parking with the rear -view camera, the Adaptive Air
Su spensi on* co mfort or automatic mode must be switched on
=>
page 21.
• The rea r-v iew ca mera pic ture is avai la bl e as soon as the M MI
Display or the MMI is sw itched on, or the start -up phase is
completed.
• I n order for the rear-view camera to function proper ly, the
c a m era len s=>
page 169, fig . 16 7 mu st be kept clea n, a nd free of
snow and ice. P lease follow the additional notes on=>
page 180.
• The came ra c overage a ngle changes when the trunk lid is open .
T herefore, the rear-view camera picture is d isplayed without orien­
t a tion lin es an d w ith out blue surfaces .•