2016 AUDI S8 fuel

Instruments and indicator lights
@ Tips
-If the data are deleted in the effic iency pro­
gram, those va lues are also reset in trip
computer.
- Once you have turned a fue l economy mes­
sage off, it will only appear again after you
turn the ign ition on again.
- The fuel economy messages are not dis­
played in every instance, but rather in inter­
vals over a period of time.
Odometer
F ig . 11 Instrument cluste r Odometer and reset button
The odometer shows you how many miles (kilo­
meters) you have driven. You can switch the dis­
play from miles to kilometers and vice versa via
the MMI.
Upper odometer
The trip odometer shows the distance driven
since it was last reset. It can be used to measure
short distances. The last dig it indicates 1/10 of a
mile (100 meters) .
You can reset the trip odometer to zero by press­
ing the Reset button~-
Lower odometer
The lower odometer shows the total numbe r of
miles (kilometers) driven.
Malfunction message
If there is a malfunct ion in the instrument clus­
ter,
DEF w ill appear in the trip odometer display
area . Contact you r a uth orized Aud i dea ler to have
the prob lem corrected .
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Time and date display
Fig. 12 Center conso le: a nalog clock
The date and time are shown in the instrument
cluster display ¢
page 23, fig. 4. There is also an
analog clock in the center console <=:>
fig. 12.
When you open the driver's door, the date and
time appear in the instrument cluster display for
30 seconds . When the ign ition is switched on,
the time is always displayed in the status line©
regardless of the current disp lay.
You can set the time on both clocks and the date display in the MMI. Refer to the MMI owner's
manual for instructions .
Service interval display
The service interval display reminds you when
your next service is due .
Fig. 13 Instrument cluster : Service interva l display
The service interval display works in two stages:
-Inspection or oil change reminder: After a
specified number of miles, a message appears
in the instrument cluster display when switch­
ing the ignition on or off¢
fig. 13 . The remain-
ing distance or t ime is displayed briefly.
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On-Board Diagnostics monitors the components
of your emission control system. Each monitored
component in your eng ine system has been as­
signed a code . In case of a malfunction, the com­
ponent will be identified and the fault stored as a
code in the control module memory .
The MIL light may also illuminate if there is a leak in the on-board fuel vapor recovery system.
If the light illuminates after a refueling, stop the
vehicle and make sure the fuel filler cap is prop ­
erly closed
¢ page 214.
In order to make an accurate diagnosis, the stor­
ed data can only be displayed using special diag­
nostic equipment (generic scan tool for OBD) .
In order to connect the special diagnostic equip ­
ment, push the plug into the Data Link Connector
(DLC) . The DLC is located to the right of the hood
release
c> fig . 17.
Your author ized Audi dealer or a qualified service
station can interpret the code and perform the necessary repair.
A WARNING
Do not use the diagnostic connector for per­
sonal use. Incorrect usage can cause malfunc­
tions, which can increase the risk of a colli­
sion!
Electronic speed limiter
Your veh icle may be factory equipped with t ires
that are rated for a maximum speed of 130 mph
(2 10 km/h). This is less than the maximum speed
of your vehicle. To reduce the risk of sudden tire
failure and loss of control if the vehicle is operat­
ed at excessive speeds, your vehicle also has an
electronic speed limiter. The electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from going faster
than the tir e speed rating . For more information
¢page 243 .
If the engine control unit receives faulty vehicle
road speed signals, the Malfunction Indicator
L amp
(Mil) Ill will illuminate . If this occurs,
contact the nearest authorized Audi dealer for
assistance .
Instruments and indicator lights
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Your vehicle 's top speed is elect ronically lim ited
to 155 mph (250 km/h).
If the engine control unit receives faulty vehicle
roadspeed signals, the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL)¢• will illuminate. If this occurs,
contact the nearest authorized Audi dealer for
assistance.
A WARNING
-A lways observe the posted speed limits and
adjust your speed to suit prevailing road, traf­
fic and weather conditions. Never drive your
vehicle faster than the maximum speed rating
of the tires installed.
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they accidentally press the power locking
switch in the doors.
- Do not leave children inside the vehicle un­
supervised. In an emergency it wou ld be im­
possible to open the doors from the outside
without the key.
- Applies to vehicles with power side door closer*:
- When closing a door, make sure nothing
can interfere w ith the door. This could
cause serious persona l injury .
- You can stop the door from closing at any
time by pulling on the inside or outside
door handle .
@ Tips
-In the event of a crash with airbag deploy­
ment all locked doors w ill be a utomatically
unlocked to give access to the vehicle occu ­
pants from the outside.
-If the power lockin g system should ma l­
function, you can lock the driver's door us­
i ng the mechanical key¢
page 36 .
-If the power locking system should fail, you
can still open the fuel tank flap in an emer­
gency
¢ page 216.
-You are well advised not to keep valuables
ins ide an unattended vehicle, vis ible or not.
Even a properly locked vehicle cannot pro­
vide the secur ity of a safe .
- If the LED in the upper edge of the driver 's
door panel comes on for about 30 seconds
after the vehicle is locked, there is a mal­
funct ion in the power locking or the anti­
theft warning system. Have the malfunction
corrected by an authorized Audi dealership
or qualified repair facility.
Setting power locking
The driver can determine the functions for power
locking in the
fvlfv/J .
• Select : I CARI function button > Car systems
contro l button > Vehicle settings > (Central
locking ).
Open ing and closing
Lock when driving -If you select On, the vehicle
locks automatically when driving . All of the doors
and luggage compartment lid lock .
Central locking
Unlock door s -
You ca n decide if All doors or on ly
the
Driver should unlock. The luggage compa rt­
ment lid a lso unlocks when
All is se lected. If you
select
Driver in a vehicle with a convenience key *,
only the door whose hand le you pull will unlock .
If you se lect
Driver , all the doors and luggage
compartment lid will unlock if you p ress the
CD
button on the remote control master key twice.
Lock exterior trunk handle -If you select On , the
luggage compartment lid handle is locked. In
this case the luggage compartment lid can be
opened with the button
CJ on the master key or
with the
c:5 button* in the driver's door. In
vehicles with a convenience key*, you can still
open the luggage compartment lid using the
handle if an authorized master key is near the
prox imity sensor .
Fold mirrors* -If you select On, the exterior rear­
view m irrors fold in automatically when you press
the
CD button on the remote control master key
or touch the sensor* in the handle.
Tone when locking -When you select On, a con­
firmation tone sounds when you lock the vehicle.
Locking and unlocking the vehicle with the
remote control
Fig. 21 Remote control: functio n butto ns
E ither the driver's door only or the entire vehicle
will unlock when the unlock button
CD is pressed
once, depending on the settings in the MMI
¢page 33. .,.
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-When not in use, to reduce fuel consumption,
wind noise and to guard against th eft.
A WARNING
- Use of an unapproved roof rack or incorrect
mounting of an approved roof rack can
cause the roof rack or the items attached to
it to fall off the roof onto the road.
- Objects falling from the roof of a vehicle can
cause a crash and personal injury.
- Only mount the roof rack on the designated
locations on the roof
c::> fig . 77.
- The roof rack system must be installed ex­
actly according to the instructions provided.
- When driving with a roof rack system,
changes to the center of gravity and wind
resistance can change the vehicle handling
and lead to a collision . Always adapt your
driving and your speed to the current condi­
tions.
@ Note
- Your vehicle warranty does not cover any
damages to the vehicle caused by using roof
racks or mounting structures not approved
by Audi for your vehicle. The same applies to
damage resulting from incorrect roof rack installation .
-Always check the roof rack mountings and
hardware before each trip and during a trip
to make sure everything is securely tight­
ened. If necessary, retighten the mountings
and check the entire system from time to
time.
- After mounting a roof rack system, or when
you transport objects on the roof of your ve­ hicle, the height of the vehicle is naturally
increased. Be careful when driving under
low bridges or in parking garages for exam­
ple. This could cause damage to the load
and even the vehicle itself .
- Make sure the open rear lid and the sun­
roof* do not come into contact with the roof
rack .
Seats and storage
Loading the roof rack
Always distribute loads evenly. Make sure any­
thing on the roof rack is securely tied down .
.,. Always dist ribute the loads on the roof rack
evenly.
.,. Always attach items to the roof rack securely
before you drive off .
The maximum permissible roof weight is
220 lb
(100
kg) . The roof weight is the total of the
weight of the roof rack, the attachments and the
cargo you are carrying . You must also not exceed
the maximum load weight for the roof rack you
are using.
When using a roof rack system which has a lower
load carrying capacity, you must not use up the
total maximum permissible load carrying capaci­
ty specified above. Instead, you should load the
roof rack system only to the maximum capacity
specified by the manufacturer of the roof rack
system.
.&_ WARNING
=
Weak, damaged or improper straps used to
secure items to the roof rack can fail during
hard braking or in a collision and cause seri­
ous personal injury .
- Make sure the roof rack is installed exactly
as specified above
c::> page 70 .
-Always use suitable mounting straps for se­
curing items to the roof rack to help prevent
items from shifting or flying forward.
- Items on the roof rack must always be se­
curely mounted.
- The use of a roof rack can negatively affect
the way a vehicle handles . Cargo that is
large, heavy, bulky, long or flat will have a
greater negative influence on the vehicle's
aerodynamics, center of gravity and overall handling. Always drive slowly, avoid sudden
braking and maneuvers when transporting
cargo on the roof of your vehicle.
- Never exceed the maximum permissible
load carrying capacity of the roof of your ve­
hicle, the permissible axle weights and the
permissible total weight of your vehicle
-
c::> page 277, Weights. ~
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Sea ts and stor age
@ For the sake of the environment
As a result of the increased wind resistance
created by a roof rack, your vehicle is using
fuel unnecessarily. So remove the roof rack
after using it .
12-volt sockets
Gilt fi.ir: Fahrzeuge 12-volt sockets
Electrical accessories can be connected to every
12-volt socket.
Fig. 78 Sectio n of the trim panel of the luggage compart­
ment: 12-vo lt socket
Fig. 79 Rear center console: 12-volt socke t
• Open the socket cover~ fig. 78 or~ fig. 79 .
• Inser t the plug of the elec trical device into the
socket.
There is an additional 12 volt socke t in the front
center console~
page 73, fig . 80.
The 12 volt sockets can be used for electrical ac ·
cessories . T he power input must not exceed 120
watts .
Before you purchase any accessories, always read
and follow the informat ion in~
page 283, Addi·
tional accessories and parts replacement.
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A WARNING
The sockets and the electrical accessories con·
nected to them operate only when the igni­
tion is switched on . Incorrect usage can lead
to se rious injuries or burns . To reduce the risk
of injuries, never leave children unattended in
the vehicle with the vehicle key.
(D Note
To avoid damagi ng the socket, on ly use plugs
that fit p roperly.
- Never connect equipment that generates
electrical current, such as a solar panel or
battery charger, to the 12 vo lt socket. This
cou ld damage the vehicle's elec trical sys­
tem.
- The 12 volt socket should o nly be used for a
short period of t ime as a powe r sour ce for
electrical equipment . Please use the electri­
cal sockets in the vehicle when connect ing
equipment for longer per iods .
@ Tips
When the engine is off and accessories are
still p lugged in and are on, the veh icle battery
can still be drained .

Warm and cold
Warm and cold
Climate control system
Description
The climate control system warms, cools and
adds humidity to the air in the veh icle inter ior. It
is the most effective when the windows and sun ­
roof* are closed . If the temperature inside the
parked vehicle becomes very warm, opening the
window briefly will speed up the cooling process.
I n all heating mode functions except
defrost, the
b lower only switches to a higher speed once the
engine coolant has reached a certain tempera­
ture .
Condensat ion from the cooling system can drip
and form a puddle of water under the veh icle.
This is normal and does not mean there is a leak.
P ollutant filt er
The po llutant filte r removes pollutants such as
dust and pollen from the a ir.
The air pollutants filter must be changed at the intervals specif ied in your Warranty
& Mainte­
nance booklet, so that the a ir cond it ione r can
properly work.
If you drive your vehicle in an area with high air pollut ion, the filter may need to be changed
more frequently than specified i n your Aud i Wa r­
ranty
& Maintenance booklet. If in doubt, ask
your author ized Audi Service Advisor for advice.
Key cod ed setting s
The climate control settings are automatically
stored and assigned to the remote contro l key
that is in use .
.8, WARNING
Reduced visib ility is dangerous and can ca use
accidents.
- For safe dr iv ing it is very impo rtan t that a ll
windows be free of ice, snow and condensa­
t ion .
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- Complete ly familiarize yourself with the
proper use and function of the heating and
ventilation system and espec ially how to de­
fog and defrost the wi ndows .
- Never use the windshield wiper/washer sys­
tem in freezing weather until you have
warmed the windshield first, using the heat­ ing and vent ilation system. The washer solu­
tion may freeze on the windshield and re­
duce visibi lity.
(D Note
- If you suspect that the air conditioner has
been damaged, sw itch the system off to
avoid further damage and have it inspected
by a q ualified dealership.
- Repa irs to the Aud i air cond itioner requ ire
special techn ica l know ledge and spec ial
tools. Contact an a uthorized Audi dealer fo r
assistance.
@ For the sake of the environment
By reduc ing the amo unt of fuel you use, you
also red uce the amount of pollutants emitted
into the a ir.
(D Tips
- Keep t he a ir intake slots (in front of the
windshield) free from ice, snow and debr is
in orde r to maintain the prope r funct ion of
the climate control system .
- The energy management sys tem may sw itch
the seat heating* o r rea r window defroster
off temporarily. These systems are available
again as soon as the energy balance has
been restored.
- Air escapes through vents under the rear
window. When placing items of clothing on
the luggage compartment cover, ensure
that the openings are not covered.

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'SI: .... .... Starting off with a trailer
To prevent rolling back unintentionally on an in­
cline, do the following:
11-Keep the sw itch<®) pulled and depress the ac­
celerator. The parking brake stays applied and
prevents the vehicle from rolling backward .
11-You can release the switch© once you are su re
that you a re deve loping enough forwa rd mo­
mentum at the whee ls as you depress the ac­
celerator .
Depending on the weight of the rig (vehicle and
trailer) and the seve rity of the incline, you may
roll backwards as you start. You can prevent roll­
ing backwards by holding the parking brake
switch C®> pulled out and accelerating -just as
you would when starting on a hill with a conven­
tional hand brake.
Emergency braking
In the event that the conventional brake system
fails or locks.
11-In an emergency, pull the sw itch<®) and contin­
ue to pull it to s low your vehicle down with the
parking brake.
11-As soon as you release the switch © or acceler-
ate, the brak ing process stops.
If you pull the switch<®> and hold it above a
speed of about 5 mph (8 km/h), the emergency
braking function is in itiated. The vehicle is braked
at all four wheels by activating the hydrau lic
brake system . The brake performance is sim ilar
to making an emergency stop¢,& .
In order not to activate the emergency brak ing by
mistake, an audib le warning tone (bu zzer)
sounds when the sw itch(®) is pu lled . As soon as
the switch(®) is released, or the accelerator pedal
i s depressed, emergency braking stops .
A WARNING
Emergency braking should only be used in an
emergency, when the normal foot brake has
fai led or the brake pedal is obstructed. Using
t he parking brake to perform emergency
braking will slow your vehicle down as if you
D riving
had made a full brake applicat ion . The laws of
physics cannot be suspended even with ESC
and its associated components (ABS, ASR,
EDL). In corners and when road or weather
conditions are bad, a full brake application
can cause the vehicle to skid or the rear end to
b reak away -risking an acc ident.
Start/Stop system
Description
Applies to: vehicles with Start-Stop-System
The Start-Stop -System can help increase fuel
economy and reduce CO2 emissions.
In the Start-Stop-mode, the engine shuts off au­
tomatica lly when the vehicle is stopped, such as
at a traffic light . The ign ition remains switched
on during this stop phase. The eng ine will be au­
tomat ically restarted when needed.
The last Start-Stop-System setting (on/off using
the b utton
10 -I) will be restored when the igni­
t ion is turned on. The LED in the
10 ~1 button turns
on when the Start-Stop-System is switched off
manually .
Basic requirements for the Start-Stop mode
-The driver's door is closed.
- The driver' seat belt is latched .
- The hood is closed.
- The vehicle must have bee n driven faster than
2.5 mph (4 km/h) since the last stop.
- A trailer is not hitched to the vehicle .
A WARNING
-
-Never let the vehicle roll with the engine
switched off. You could lose contro l over the
veh icle. Th is can lead to a collision and seri­
ous injuries .
- The brake booster and the steering support
do not work while the engine is switched
off . More force is required to stop and to
steer the vehicle.
- To reduce the risk of injur ies, ma ke sure that
the Sta rt-Stop-System is turned off when
working in the engine compartment
¢page 87.
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Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission
tiptronic
Introduction
Your vehicle is equipped with an electron ically
controlled 8-speed automatic transmission.
Upshifting and downshifting occurs automatical­ ly and is controlled electronically. The driving
style continuously influences the select ion of the
driving program.
When a
moderate driving style is used, the
transmission selects the most economical driving
mode.
It will then change up early and delay the
downshifts to give better fuel economy.
The transmission switches to a sporty mode after a kick-down or when the driver uses a
sporty
driving style
characterized by quick accelerator
pedal movements, heavy acceleration, frequent
changes in speed and traveling at the maximum
speed.
If desired, the dr iver can also select the gears
manually (tiptronic mode) ~ page 115.
Indicator in the display
F ig. 123 Display: selector lever position
@-The current selector lever position is dis­
p layed continuously. The gear is also displayed in
manual mode
M.
@ -This indicator appears temporarily if you
change the selector lever position or if you press
the button on the se lector lever~
page 112,
fig. 124.
The current selector lever position is
shown with a white background .
112
Selecting a selector lever position
Fig. 124 Selector lever
---- p--- --11
---- R--- ---1
---- N------1
- D/S~
Fig. 125 Press ing t he button on the selector lever
:;: M 0 :i: Sf a,
The current selector lever position is displayed on
the selector lever~
fig. 124 .
.,. You may need to release the selector lever lock
depending on wh ich selector lever pos ition is
selected and which one you would like to select
~ page 112, Selector lever lock .
.,. To engage the nearest selector lever position,
move the selector lever forward/back until you
feel the first pressure point. The selector lever
wi ll return to its original position .
.,. To skip over one (or two) selector lever posi­
tions, move the selector lever past the first
(and second) pressure point into the des ired
position. The selector lever will return to its
original position .
For example, to move directly from the D selec­
tor lever position to P when stopping the vehicle,
you can shift past the N and R selector lever posi­
tions .
Selector lever lock
The selector lever lock prevents you from select­
i ng a position unintentionally , causing the vehicle
to roll. When engag ing some selector lever .,.