2010 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET wiper blades

Clear vision
tion ®· They are also cleaned every time you hold the lever in position
© for long er than 2 seconds .
& WARNING
• The rain sensor is only intended to assist the driver. The driver
is still responsible for manually switching the wipers on according
to the visibility conditions.
• The windshield may not be treated with water-repelling wind­
shield coating agents. Unfavorable conditions, such as wetness,
darkness, low sun, can result in increased glare. Wiper blade
chatter is also possible.
• Properly functioning windshield wiper blades are required for
a clear view and safe driving~ page
71, "Installing new wiper
blades ".
0 Note
• In the case of frost, check whether the windshield wiper blades are
frozen to the windshie ld. Switching on the windshield wipers can
damage the wiper blades!
• Prio r to using a car wash, the windsh ield wiper system must be
switched off (lever in position 0) . This prevents unintentional
switching on and damage to the win dshield wiper system.
[ i J Tips
• The windshield wipers are switched off when the ignition is turned
off . Activate the windsh ield wipers after the ignition is switched back
on by moving the windshield wiper lever to any position.
• Worn or dirty windshield wiper blades result in streaking. This can
affect the rain sensor* function . Check your windshield wiper blades
regularly .
• Th e washer fluid nozzles of the w indshield washe r system are
heated at low temperatures when the ignition is on. •
When stopping temporarily, e .g . at a traffic light, the set speed of
the windsh ield wipers is automatically reduced by one speed.•
Service position
The windshield wiper blades are replaced in the service
position.
Fig. 75 Service posi­
tion
The service position is set in the radio or in the MMI*.
- If the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield, bring
the windshield wiper lever to the basic position @
~ page 69, fig . 74.
-Select: Function button [ CAR] > Windshield wipers >
Service position.
• On -changing the windshield wipe r blades can only be done if you
br ing the wiper arms to the service position~ fig. 75 . You will also
avoid paint damage to the hood when working on the wipers in this
position .
• Off -the windshield wipers are moved to their initial position
again.

0 Note
Never maneuver your vehicle with the front windshield wiper arms
raised since they will automatically be moved back to their basic posi­
tion above a speed of 3 mph (6 km/h) and can scratch the hood.
W Tips
• You can also use the se rvice position, for example, if you want to
protect the w indshield from icing by using a cover.
• T he service position automatica lly switches to
Off when you
operate the windsh ield wiper lever, or speed exceeds 3 mph (6
km/h). •
Installing new wiper blades
Wiper blades in good condition help keep the windshield
clear.
Removing the wiper blade
F ig . 76 Re movin g th e
wi per bla de
- Bring the windsh ield wipers to the service position
=:>
page 70 .
- Lift the windshi eld wi per arm up from the windshie ld.
Controls and equip­
ment Safety first
Clear v
ision
- Press the loc king knob© =:> fig. 76 on the wiper blade .
Hold the wiper blade firmly .
- Remove the wiper b lade in the direction of the arrow .
Attaching the wiper blade
- Install the new wiper blade in the retainer on the wiper
arm @unti l you hear it click into p lace on the wiper arm.
- Place the wiper arm back on t he windsh ield .
& WARNING
• Clean your wiper blade s regularly with a wind sh ield wa sher
solut ion to pre vent st reaking . If the wiper blades are ver y dirt y,
f o r e xampl e w ith insects , ca refull y clean the wiper blade s w ith a
s ponge or a soft brush .
• For your safety, you should repla ce the w iper blade s once or
t w ice a year. See you r autho riz ed Aud i dea ler for replacem ent
blade s.
0 Note
• T he windshield wipe r blades must only be replaced when in the
serv ice posit ion~
page 70! Otherw ise, you risk damaging the paint
on the hood or the windshie ld wiper motor.
• To prevent damage to the wiper system, always loosen blades
wh ic h are frozen to the windshield be fore ope rating wipe rs .
• To prevent damage to wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kero­
sene, paint th inner, o r other solvents on or nea r th e w iper blades .
• To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers by hand. .,,_
Vehicle care Technical data

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Occasionally apply a colorless vinyl or leather preservative to retain
the material's lust er and pliability.
& WARNING
Always read and heed all WARNINGS and other information
~page 260. •
Aluminum trim
Use only neutral-pH products to remove spots and deposits from
aluminum surfaces. Chrome care products and alkaline cleaners w ill
attack aluminum surfaces and can damage them over time.
& WARNING
Always read and heed all WARNINGS and other information
~page 260. •
Touch-up paint
Minor paint damages should be touched up immediately.
- Use either a touch-up paint stick or spray paint to cover
minor scratches and nicks.
Your authorized Audi dea ler has touch-up paint for minor scratches
and stone chips. Scratches should be touched up soon after they
occur to prevent corrosion.
If a spot starts to rust, however, a simple touch-up job will not be
enough. The affected surface must be sanded smooth and coated
with an anti-rust primer before the painted finish can be restored.
The number for the original vehicle paint can be found on the vehicle identification label~
page 340.
Safety first
& WARNING
Always read and heed all WARNINGS and other information
:=>page 260. •
Windows
Clear vision to all sides .
Clean all windows regularly to remove road film and car wash
wax buildup.
- Remove snow from windows using a brush.
- Use a plastic ice scraper to remove ice from windows and
mirrors .
- Remove other residue on the windows with a spray-on
glass cleaner.
- Wipe the windows dry with a clean piece of cloth or
kitchen paper towel.
The best way to remove snow from windows and mirrors is to use a
brush. Use a non -abrasive
plastic ice scraper -better sti ll, a spray
deicer - to remove
ice from windows and mirrors.
The windows must not be cleaned with insect remover or wax since
t hese can interfere with the function of the windshield wiper blades
(chatter) .
Oil , grease, or silicone residue can be removed with
glass cleaner or
silicone remover . However, wax residue requires the use of a specially
formulated solvent. Please contact your authorized Audi dealer for
advice on safe products for wax removal.
Windows should also be cleaned on the inside at regular intervals. ..,.
Vehicle care Technical data

Alphabetical index IIJ!II ___________________________________ ____._ _______ _
Remote control key .. . .... ... ... ... 42 Washer reservoir .... ... ...... .... ... 295
Us ing the mechanical key ........... 44
Washing ... .................... ... 260
Upper cabin heating ... ... .. .. .. ..... 104 Automatic car wash .. ............. 261
Use of jumper cables ................ 334 by hand
...................... ... 261
General information .............. 260
V Power top cleaning ............... 263
with a power washer .............. 262
Valet parking ... .. ... .... ... .. .. ..... 49
Waxing .. .. .. .. ... ... ............. 263
Vanity mirror .............. .. .... .. .. 69
Wear indicator .. .. .... ...... .... ... 306
Vehicle Identificat ion Number (VIN) ... . 340
Weatherstrips ....... .. .. .. .. ....... 266
Vehicle jack .................... ... . 323
Weights .. .. .. .. .. .... .. .. ... ...... 341
Vehicle lite ratur e ................ .. ... 4 What happens if you wear your safety belt too
Vehicle tool kit ..................... 318 loose? ...................... .. 196 When should
I adjust the tire pressures? 303
When should I check the tire pressures? . 303
Where are lower anchorages located? ... 237
Where can I find the tire pressures for my car?
302
Why safety belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190, 191
Wind deflector ..... .. ............... 54
Cleaning ............ .... ..... ... 263
Window regulators
Malfunctions ..................... 49
Power locks .... ... ............... 48
Windows Cleaning .......... ........ ... ... 265
Vehicle-care products ................ 260 What happens to unbelted occupants? .. 192 Windshield defogging/defrosting . . 92, 100
Ventilat ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 98 What impairs driving safety? .......... 177 Windshield washer fluid
Warning/indicator lights ..... ......... 12
adaptive cruise control ..... .. .. .. . 123
Airbag system ............... ... .. 14
Anti -lock brake system (ABS) ........ 16
Brake system ..................... 17
Cruise control ........... ...... .. .. 15
Electromechanical parking brake ..... 16
Electronic power control . .... .. ... .. 13
Electronic stabilization program (ESP) . 14
High beam ....................... 15
Ma lfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) .... 15
Safety belt ............. .. .. .. .. .. 15
Tir e pressure monitoring system . .. .. 14
T urn signals .............. .. .. .. .. 15
Warranty coverages .............. .. . 343
Controls and equip­
ment Safety first
What should
I do after changing a wheel? . .
303
What should I do after replacing wheels? .. .
303
Whee l bolts
To rque . ..................... ... 313
Wheels .. .... .. .. ................. 296
Cast alloy ....................... 266
Check ing tire pressure ............ . 302
Cold tire inflation pressure ......... 300
General notes ................ .. . 296
Glossary of tire and loading terminology .
297
New tires and wheels ......... .. .. 307
T ir es and vehicle load l imits . .. ..... 304
When must a safety belt be replaced? .. 193
When must the airbag system be inspected?
211 Low
level ... .... .. ..... ........ .. 34
Windshield wipers ................... 69
Faulty ........ .......... ... .. .. .. 36
Installing new wiper blades ........ . 71
Service position ................... 70
Washer reservoir ... .............. 295
Winter operation
Battery ......................... 291
Coolant system .................. 286
Defrosting windows . . . . . . . . . . . 92, 99
Rear seat heating ................ 103
Seat heating ......... ..... ... ... . 103
Tir es . ......................... . 246
Windows . .. ...... ...... ....... . 26S
Winter tires ........................ 311
All wheel drive .............. .. ... 311
Vehicle operation Vehicle care Do-it-yourself service Technical data

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Wiper blades
Installing new wiper blades ..... .... 71
Service posit ion .... ............... 70
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Xenon headlights .. .. ... .. ... ... . 66, 331
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Yellow symbols .................. ... . 31