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visible . You can activate the Connectivity service*
on your vehicle using this PIN code.
Replacing a ke y
If a key is lost, see an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility. Have this key de
activa ted. It is important to bri ng all keys wit h
you .
If a key is lost, you should report it to your
insurance company.
Numb er of keys
You can check the number of keys assigned to
your veh icle in the Infotainment system. To do
this, select: the I MENU I button > Vehi cle > left
control button > Service & checks > Vehicle in·
fo rma tion. This way, you can make sure that you
have
all the keys when purchasing a used vehicle.
Electron ic immobilizer
The immobilizer preven ts unauthorized use of
the vehicle.
Unde r certain circumstances, the vehicle may not
be able to start if there is a key from a different
veh icle manufacturer on the key chain.
Data in the master key
When driving, service and maintenance-relevant
data is continuously stored on your remote con
trol key. Your Audi service advisor can read out
this data and tell you about the work your vehi cle
needs. This applies also to vehicles with a con
ven i
ence key*.
Personal comfort settings
If two people use one vehicle , it is recommended
that each person always uses "their own " master
key. When the ignition is turned off or when the
veh icle is locked, personal convenience settings
for the following systems are stored and as
signed to the remote master key.
-
Climate control system
-Parking aid*
- Active
lane assist*
- Si
de assist*
- Drive
select
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The stored settings are automatically recalled
when you unlock the vehicle, open the doors or
turn on the ignition .
_&WARNING
Always take the vehicle key with you when
leav ing the vehicle, even for a short period of
time. This applies particularly when children
remai n in the vehicle . Otherwise the children
could
start the engine or operate e lectrical
equipment such as power w indows .
@Tips
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The operation of the remote control key can
be
temporarily d isrupted by interference from
transmitters in the vic in ity of the vehicle
working
in the same frequency range (e.g. a
cell
phone, rad io equipment). Always check if
your vehicle is locked!
Removing the mechanical key
Fig. 15 Remote contro l master key : remov ing the m ec ha ni·
cal key
.,,. Press the release buttons@<=> fig. 15 and re
move the mechanical key from the remote con
trol key.
Using the mechanical key, you can:
- Lock/ unlock th e g love
compartment.
- Man ually lock/unlock
the vehicle ¢ page 30.
-Emergency lock the doors c::> page 30.

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from the inside 9 page 30. Locke d doors
ma ke it more difficu lt for emergency workers
to
get into the vehicle, which puts lives at
risk .
(D Tips
-Only use the remote control key when you
are within view
of the vehicle.
-
Do not use the remote control when you are
i nside
the vehicle. Otherwise, you could un
intentionally lock the vehicle. If you then
tried
to start the eng ine or open a door, the
alarm would be triggered. If this happens,
press
the u nlock button 0 .
- The selector lever must be in the P position
on veh icles with a convenience
key*. Other
wise the ve hicle will not be able to lock .
-
Only use the panic functio n in an emergen
cy.
Locking and unlocking with the
convenience key
Appl ies to: vehi cles with conve nience key
The doors and luggage compartment lid can be
unlocked/locked without using
the remote con
trol key.
Fig. 19 Door handle: sensor
Unloc king the vehicle
... Grip the door handle. The door unlocks auto
matically.
.,. Pull on the door handle to open the door.
Locking the ve hicle
... Put the selector lever in the P position (auto
matic transmissions) . Otherwise,
the vehicle
will not be able to lock .
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... To lock the vehicle, close the door and touch
the sensor in the door handle once 9 fig. 19. Do
not hold the door handle while doing this.
You can unlock/ lock th e veh icle at every door.
The remote control
key cannot be more than ap
proximately 5
ft (1.5 m) away from the door han
dle.
It makes no difference whether the master
key is in your jacket pocket or in your briefcase.
If you grip the door handle
while locking, this can
adverse ly affect
the locking function.
The door canno t be opened for a b rief period d
i
rectly after locking it. This way you have the op
po rtunity to check if
the doors locked correct ly .
The
setti ngs in the I n fotainment system deter
mine if the entire veh icle or o n
ly one of the doors
i s
unl ocked when unlocking th e vehicle
9page29.
A WARNING
Read and follow all WARNINGS 9 & in Key
set on page 26
(!) Tips
If your vehicle is left standing for a lo ng peri
od
of t ime, note the following:
- T he proxim ity sensor switches off a
fter a
few days to save ener
gy. You then have to
pull once on
the door handle to unlock the
vehicle and a second time to open it.
- To prevent
the battery from draining and to
maintain the ability of the vehicle to start
for as long as poss ible, the energy manage
ment system gradually turns off unnecessa
ry convenience functions . You may not be
able
to unlock your vehicle using the con
venience key.
-
For an explanat io n on conform ity with the
FCC reg ulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulatio ns, refer to
9page 297 .
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Lights and Vision
Exterior Lighting
Switching lights on and off
Fig. 30 Instrument panel: light switch
Light switch ·'t/;
Turn the switch to the corresponding position.
When
the lights are switched on, the :oo: symbol
turns on.
0 -lights are off (in some markets, the daytime
running
lights* are switched on when the ignition
is switched on.)
-USA models: the daytime running lights sw itch
on automatica
lly when the ignition is sw itched
on and
the light switch is set to the 0 or the
AUTO position (only in daylight). The Daytime
running lights
can be switched on and off in
the MMI ~page 37 Q &.
-Canada models: the daytime running lights
switch on automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is set to the 0,
:oo: or the AUTO position (only in daylight) QA .
AUTO* -automatic headlights switch on and off
depending on brightness, for example in twilight,
during rain
or in tunnels.
:oo: -Parking light
~D -Low beam headlight
~ -All weather lights*
All-weather lights*
In vehicles with all-weather lights, the front
lights are adjusted automatically so that you are
less likely
to see glare from your own headlights,
for example when driving on a wet road.
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Automatic dynamic headlight range control
system*
Your vehicle is equipped with a headlight range
control system
so that the headlights do not
blind oncoming traffic if the vehicle load
changes. The headlight range also
adjusts auto
matically when braking and accelerating .
Light functions
The following light functions are available de
pending on vehicle equipment and only function
when the
light switch is in the AUTO position.
You can deactivate these functions in the Info
tainment system under Audi adaptive light
Qpage 37.
Static cornering light* (vehicles with LED head
lights) -the cornering light switches on automat
ically when the steeri ng wheel is turned at acer
tain angle at speeds up to approximately 44 mph
(70 km/h) and when the turn signal is activated
at speeds up to approxim ately 25 mph (40 km/
h). The area
to the side of the vehicle is illuminat
ed better when turning.
Highway light function* (vehicles with LED head
lights) -this function adapts the lighting for
highwa y driving based on vehicle speed.
Speed dependent light distribution* (vehicles
with LED headlights) -the speed dependent light
distribution adapts the light in towns and on
highways
or expressways. Intersections can also
be illuminated on vehicles
with a navigation sys
tem*.
A WARNING
- Automatic headlights * are only intended to
assist the driver. They do not reliev e the
driver
of responsibility to check the head
lights and to turn them on manually accord
ing to the current ligh t and visibility condi
tions. For example, fog cannot be detected
by
the light sensors . So always switch on the
low beam under these weather conditions
and when
driving in the dark ~D.
-If the battery is dra ining significantly, the
parking lights will switch off automatically
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Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on
Fig. 38 Windshield wiper lever
Move the windshield wiper lever to the corre
sponding position:
@ -windshield wipers
off
@-interval mode. To increase/decrease the wip
er intervals , move
the switch @ to the left/right.
In vehicles with a rain sensor*, the wipers turn on
in the rain once the vehicle speed exceeds ap
proximately 2 mph (4
km/h). The higher the sen
sitivity
of the rain sensor* is set (switch @ to the
right),
the earlier the windsh ield wipers react to
moisture on the windsh ield. You can deact ivate
the rain sensor mode* in the Infotainment sys
tem, which switches the intermittent mode on.
Select
in the Infotainment system: I MENU! bu t
ton> Vehicle > left control button >Driver assis
tance > Rain sensor > Off.
@-slow wiping
@ -fast wip ing
©
-singl e w ipe If you hold the lever in this posi
tion longer, the wipers switch from slow wiping
to fast wiping .
® -clean
the windshield To eliminate water
droplets, the windshield wiper performs one af
terwipe
after several seconds in temperatures
above
39 °F (4 °C). You can switch this function
off by moving the lever to position ® within 10
seconds after the afterwipe . The afterwipe func
tion is reactivated the next time you switch the
ignition on.
Cleaning the headlights* . The headlight washer
system*
only functions when the lights are
Lights and Vision
switched on. The headlights are automatically
cl eaned
the first time and every fifth time the
lever is moved to position ® ·
A WARNING
f-==" -I
- The rain sensor* is only intended to assist
the driver. The driver is still responsib le for
manually switching the wipers on according
to the visibility conditions .
- The windsh ield may
not be treated with wa
ter-repelling windshield coating agents. Un
favorable conditions, such as wetness, dark
ness, and when
the sun is low, can cause in
creased glare which increases
the risk of an
accident.
Wiper blade chatter is also possi
b l
e.
-Properly functioning windshield wiper
b lad
es are required for a clear view and safe
driving
<:::>page 42, Replacing windshield
wiper blades.
CD Note
-In the case of frost, check whether the
windshield wiper blades are frozen to the
windshield. Switching on the windshield
wipers
can damage the w ip er blades!
-
Prior to using a car wash, the windshield
w ip er system
must be switched off (lever in
position
0). This prevents unintentiona l
switching on and damage
to the windsh ield
wiper system .
@Tips
-The windshie ld wipers switch off when the
ignition is turned off. Activate the wind
shield wipers
after the ignition is switched
back on by moving
the windshield wiper lev
er
to any position.
-
Worn or dirty windshie ld wiper blades result
in streaking.
This can affect the rain sensor*
function .
Check your windshield wiper
blades regularly .
- The washer fluid nozzles in
the windshield
washer system are heated*
at low tempera
tures when
the ignition is on.
- When stopping
temporarily, such as at a
traffic light, the speed of the windshield
w ipers automatically reduces by one level.
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Warm and cold
Climate control system
Description
The climate control system warms, cools and
adds humidity to the air in the vehicle interior. It
functions most effectively when the windows are
closed. If there is a build-up of heat inside the ve
hicle, ventilation can help to speed up the cooling
process.
Pollutant filter
The pollutant filter removes pollutants such as
dust and pollen from the air .
Key recogniti on
Certain settings are automatically stored and as
signed to t h e remote control key being used.
.&. WARNING
Poor visibility can lead to accidents.
-For safer driving, keep all windows free of
ice, snow and fog.
- Become familiar
as quickly as possible with
the correct use and function of the climate
control system, especially with the defrost
ing and defogging function.
-
When the temperature is below freezing,
only use the windshield washer system after
the windshield has been warmed by the cli
mate control system. The washer flu id could
freeze on the windshield and impair visibili
ty.
CD Note
-If you suspect that the climate control sys
tem is damaged, sw itch the system off to
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prevent further damage and have it checked
by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
- Repairs
to the Audi climate control system
require special technical knowledge and
special tools. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility.
® For the sake of the environment
Reducing the amount of fuel used also re
duces the amount of pollutants that enter the
air.
('!) Tips
-To prevent interference with the heating
and cooling output a nd to prevent the win
dows from fogging over, the air intake in
front of the windshield must be free of ice,
snow or leaves.
-
Condensation 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.
- The
energy management system may switch
the seat heating* or rear window defroster
off temporarily. These systems are available
again as soon as the energy balance has
been restored.
-The flows through the vents under the rear
window. Make sure the openings are not
covered when placing clothing on the lug
gage compartment cover.

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-Determine the depth before driving through
water.
-Do not stop the vehicle, drive in reverse or
switch the engine off when driving through
water.
- Keep in mind that oncoming vehicles may
create waves that raise the water level and
make it too deep for your vehicle to drive
through safely.
- Avoid driving
through salt water (corrosion).
Economical and environmentally-friendly
driving
The amount of fuel consumption, the envi ron
mental impact and the wear to the engine,
b rakes and tires depends mostly on yo ur driving
style. Wit h
an anticipatory and economic driv ing
style, fu
el consumption can be reduced by ap
proximately 10-lSo/o. The following tips will help
you conserve the environment and your money at
the same time.
Anticip atory driv ing
A veh icle uses the most fuel when a ccele rating.
When you drive with anticipation, you do not
need to brake as often and thus acce lerate less.
When possible, let your vehicle coast with a gea r
engaged -for example, when you notice that the
next traffic light is red.
Avoid full acceleration
You should rarely travel at the maximum vehicle
speed. High speeds cause a disproportionately
high increase in fuel consumption, emissions and
traffic noise. Slower driving saves fuel.
Reduce idling time
It pays off to stop the engine, for example when
at railroad crossings or traffic lights with longer
red lights. Stopping the engine for 30-40 sec
onds already saves more fuel than the amount of
extra fuel needed to restart the engine.
It takes a very long time in idle to warm the en
gine up to operating temperature. Wear and
emissions are especially high in the warm-up
Driving
phase. Therefore, you should begin driving im
mediately after starting the engine. Avoid high
RPMs while doing this.
Service regularly
By servic ing you r vehicle regularly, you can help
to reduce fuel consumption before you even start
to drive . The maintenance condition of your vehi
cle not only affects traffic safety and long-term
val ue b ut also impacts fuel co nsumptio n.
A poorly serviced engine can lead to fuel con
sumption that is 10% higher than normal.
Also check the oil level when refueling. The oil
con sumpti on
depends largely on the engine load
and speed. It is no rmal for the oil consumption
of a new engine to reach its lowest point only af
ter a certain amount of use. Therefore, the oil
consumption can only be properly judged after
approximately 3,000 mi (5,000 km) have been
driven.
Avoi d short trip s
The engine and exhaust cleaning system must
reach their optimal operating tempera tu re to ef
fectively reduce consumption and emissions.
A cold engine consumes a disproportionately
high
amount of f u el. The engine is at operating
temperature and consumption has normalized
only after approximately four kilometers.
Q) Note
Do not leave engine idling unattended after
starting. If warning lights should come on to
indicate improper operation, they would go
unheeded. Extended idling also produces
heat, which could result in overheating or
other damage to the vehicle or other proper
ty.
CD Note
-Have your vehicle maintained properly and
in accordance with the service recommenda
tions in your Warranty & M ain tenance book-
let. Lac k of proper mai ntenance as well as
improper use of th e vehi cle w il l impair the
function of the emission control system and
cou ld lead to damage. .,..
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Interlock button
The interlock button in the selector lever handle
prevents you from moving the selector lever in
advertently while in some selector lever posi
tions. The positions that require the lock button
to be pressed are marked in color in the illustra
tion c::> fig. 64.
A WARNING
Read and follow all WARNINGS . c::> .&. in Selec
tor lever positions on page
64.
(!') Tips
-If the selector lever does not engage, there
is a malfunction. The engine is disabled to
prevent the vehicle from driving off unin
tentionally. To allow the selector lever to
engage agai n , proceed as follows :
- Briefly
press the brake pedal.
-If the vehicle does not move forward or in
reverse even though a drive position is se
lected, proceed as follows:
-
>Ifthe vehicle does not move in the desired
direction, the system may not have engaged
the drive position correctly . Press the brake
pedal and select the drive position again.
-
>If the veh icle sti ll does not move in the de
s ired direction, there is a system malfunc
tion. See an authorized Audi dealer or au
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance
to have the system checked.
Driving tips
The transmission shifts up and down automati
cally when
in the driving gears.
Fig. 65 Sect io n of the cente r conso le: selecto r lever wit h
i nte rlock bu
tton
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The engine will only be able start when the selec
tor lever is in the P or N positions. At low temper
atures (below 14 °F (-10 °C)), the engine can only
be
started when the selector lever is in the P po
s i
tion.
Starting from a stop
... Press and hold the brake pedal.
... Press and hold the interlock button in these
lector lever handle, select the desired selector
lever position such as D c::> page 64 and release
the lock button .
... Wait a moment until the transmission shifts.
You will notice a slight movement when the
gear engages.
... Release the brake pedal and press the accelera
tor pedal c::> .& ..
Stopping temporaril y
.,. Keep the vehicle stationary using the braking
pedal, for example at traffic lights.
.,. Do not press the accelerat o r pedal when doing
t his .
.,. To preven t the vehicle from ro llin g when you
start driving, set the parking brake when stop
ping on steep inclines c::> ,&..
... The parking brake will release automatically
and the vehicle will start moving once you press
the accelerator pedal.
Stopping/par king
If the selector lever is not in the P position when
you open the driver's door, the vehicle could roll.
In vehicles with a convenience key*, t he message:
S h ift to P, otherwise veh icle can roll awa y.
Door s can be locked only in
P appears. You will
also hear a warning tone .
... Press and hold the b rake pedal c::> ,&. .
... Set the park ing brake .
... Select the P selector lever position.
Stopping on an incl in e
... Always press the brake pedal to ho ld the vehi
cle
in p lace and prevent it from "rolling back"
c::> ,&.. Do not try to prevent the vehicle from
"rolling back" when a gear is engaged by in
creasing the engine speed c::>(D.

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the system, it warns you about vehicles that are
coming closer or
that are traveling with you with
in sensor range(!) c::> fig. 74: if a lane change is
classified as critical, the display @ in the exterior
mirror c::>fig. 75 turns on.
General information
Applies to: veh icles wit h Aud i s ide assi st
®
Assist
The display in the left exterior mirror provides as
sistance when making a lane change to the left,
while the disp lay in the right exterior mirror pro
vides assistance when making a lane change
to
the right. @
Information stage
As long as you do not activate the turn signal,
side assist
informs you about vehicles that are
detected and class ified
as critical. The display in
the mirror turns on, but is dim.
The display remains
dim in the information stage
so that your view toward the front is not distur
bed.
Warning stage
If you activate the turn signal, side assist warns
you about vehicles
that are detected and classi
fied
as critical. The display in the respective mir
ror blinks brightly. If this happens, check traffic
by glancing in the rearview mirror and over your
shoulder
c::> .& in General information on
page 78.
@ Tips
You can adjust the brightness on of the dis
play on
the rearview mirror r::;, page 79.
Fig. 76 Driv ing s ituations
Fig.
77 Rear of t h e vehicl e: positio n of the sensors (exam
ple)
Side assist functions at speeds above approxi
mately 19 mph
(30 km/h).
@Vehicles that are approaching
In certain cases, a vehicle will be classified as
critical for a lane change even if it is still some
what far away. The faster a vehicle approaches,
the sooner the display in the exterior mirror will
turn on.
@Vehicles traveling with you
Vehicles traveling with you are indicated in the
exterior mirror if they are classified as critica l for
a lane change. All vehicles detected by side assist 111>-
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