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App lies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
The system can be switched on/off in the Info
tainment system.
"'Select in the Infotainment system: IM ENUI but
ton >Vehicle > left control button >Driver as
sistance >Audi side assist
An activated system will signal every time the ig
nition is switched on by turning the displays in
the exterior mirrors on briefly.
Adjusting the display brightness
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
The display brightness can be adjusted in the In
fotainment system.
"'Select in the Infotainment system: IM ENUI but
ton >Vehicle > left control button >Driver as
sistance >Audi side assist
The display brightness adjusts automatically to
the brightness of the surroundings, both in the
information and in the warning stage. In very
dark or very bright surroundings, the display is
already set to the minimum or maximum level by
the automatic adjustment. In such cases, you
may notice no
change when adjusting the bright
ness, or the change may only be noticeable once
the surroundings change.
Adjust
the brightness to a level where the display
in the information stage will not disrupt your
view forward. If you change the brightness, the
display in the exterior mirror will briefly show the
brightness level in the information stage. The
brightness of the warning stage is linked to the
brightness in the information stage and is adjust
ed along with the information stage adjustment.
-Side assist is not active while you are mak
ing the adjustment.
- Your settings are automatically stored and
assigned to the remote control key being
used.
Assist
Driver messages
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
If the side assist switches off automatically, a
message appears in the Infotainment system dis
play.
@i Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
Sensor vision restricted due to surroundings.
See owner's
manual
The radar sensors' vision is affected. Do not cover
the area in front of the sensors with bike wheels,
stickers, dirt or other objects. Clean the area in
front of the sensors, if necessary q page 77,
fig. 77.
@i Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
See owner's
manual
Side assist cannot be switched on temporarily be
cause there is a malfunction (for example, the
battery charge level may be too low).
@i Audi side assist: malfunction! Please
contact
Service
The system cannot guarantee that it will detect
vehicles correctly and it is switched off. The sen
sors have been displaced or are faulty. Have the
system checked by an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility soon.
Audi drive select (drive
settings)
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
Drive select makes it possible to experience dif
ferent types of vehicle settings in one vehicle.
The driver can
select from three modes, Comfort,
Auto and Dynamic, using the~.~;\,~ button in the
center console or by using the Infotainment sys
tem. This allows you to switch between a sporty
and a comfortable driving mode, for example. In
the Individual mode, the settings can be adjust
ed to your personal preferences. This makes it
possible to combine settings such as a sporty en-
gine
tuning with light steering. .,.
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Parking systems
General information
Applies to: vehicles with rear parking system/parking system
plus
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, various
parking aids will
help you when parking and ma
neuvering.
The r
ear pa rk ing syst em is an audible parking aid
that warns you of obstacles behind the vehicle
9page82.
The parking syste m plus assists you when park
ing by audibly and visually indicating
objects de
tected in front of and behind the vehicle
9page 83.
The rearv iew cam era shows the area behind the
vehicle in the Infotainment d isplay. The lines in
the rearview camera image help you to park or
maneuver~ page 84. The parking system plus
functions are also available~ page 83.
A WARNING
r-= ---'
-Always look for traffic and check the area
around your vehicle by looking at it directly
as well. The parking system cannot replace
the driver's attention. The driver is always
responsible when entering or leaving a park
ing
space and during similar maneuvers.
-
Please note that some surfaces, such as
clothing,
are not detected by the system.
-Sensors and cameras have blind spots in
which people and objects cannot be detect
ed. Be especia lly cautious of small children
and animals.
- The
sensors can be displaced by impacts or
damage to the radiator grille, bumper,
wheel housing and the underbody. The park
ing
system may become impaired as a re
sult. Have an authorized Audi dealer or au
thorized Audi Service Facility check their
function.
- Make
sure the sensors are not obstructed by
stickers,
deposits or other materials. If they
are, the sensor function could be impaired.
For
additional information on cleaning, re
fer to ~page 2 70.
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-Some objects are not detected or displayed
by
the system under certain circumstances:
- Objects
such as barrier chains, trailer draw
bars, vertical poles or fences
- Objects above
the sensors such as wall ex
tensions
-Objects with specific surfaces or struc
tures such as chain link fences or powder
snow
-If you continue driving closer to a low-lying
object, it may
disappear from the sensor
range. Note that you will no longer be
warned about this obstacle.
- Keep enough distance from the curb to
avoid damage to the rims.
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-The system may provide a warning even
though there are no obstacles in the cover
age area in some situations, such as:
-
certain road surfaces or for long grass.
-external ultrasonic sources e.g. from
cleaning vehicles.
- heavy rain, snow,
or thick vehicle exhaust.
-We recommend that you practice parking in
a traffic-free location or parking lot to be
come familiar with the system. When doing
this,
there should be good light and weath
er conditions.
-
You can change the volume of the signals.
-
What appears in the display is slightly de-
layed.
- The
sensors must be kept clean and free of
snow and ice for the park assist to operate.
Rear parking system
Description
Applies to: vehicles with rear parking assist
The rear parking system is an audible parking
aid.
Description
There is a sensor in the rear bumper cover. If
these detect an obstacle, audible signals warn
you.
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in the parking space c) fig. 86. Use the mark
ings @
to help you estimate th e distance from
an obstacle. Each marking represents approxi
mately 3 ft (1 m) . The blue area represents an
extension of the vehicle's outline by approxi
mately 16 ft (5 meters) to the rear.
.,.. While driving in reverse gear, adjust the steer
ing wheel angle to fit the parking space using
the orange orientation lines for assistance
c) .&. in General information on page 84, c)(i)
in General information on page 85.@ displays
the rear bumper. Stop the vehicle, at the latest,
when
the red orientation line @ borders an ob
j ect.
Adjusting the display
and the warning tones
A pp lies to: vehicles with park ing system plus
The display and warning tones can be adjusted in
the Infotainment.
.,.. Select in the Infotainment system: IMENUI but
ton > Vehicle > left control button >Dr iver as
sistance > Parking aid.
Warning tones
Front volume -volume for the front area
Rear volume -volume for the rear area
Entertainment fader -when the parking system
is turned on, the volume of the aud io/video
source
is l owered.
The newly selected level is demonstrated briefly
b y the sou nd
generator.
(}) Tips
The settings are automatically stored a nd as
signed to the remote control key that is in
use.
Error messages
Applies to: vehicles with rear parking system/parking system
plus
Rear parking aid : malfunction! Obstacles not
detected
Front parking aid : malfunction! Obstacles can
not be detected
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Parking aid: malfunction! Obstacles cannot be
detected
There is a system malfunction if the LED in the
pg~ button blinks when switching on the system.
If the error is not corrected before you switch off
the ignition, the LED in the pg~ button will blink
the next time you switch on the parking system
by shifting into reverse . As long as the error is ac
tive, you can display
the error messages in the
second tab of the driver information system.
Parking system plus*
If a sensor or speaker is faulty, the JM symbol
will
appear in front of/behind the vehicle in the
Infotainment display. If a rear sensor is faulty,
o nl y o
bstacles that a re in areas@and@ are
s h own c) page 83, fig. 80. If a front sensor is
faulty, only obstacles that are in areas© and @
ar e show n.
Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately
to have the
malfunction corrected.
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-There is no vehicle stabilization when ESC/
ASR are switched off.
(D Tips
-When the cruise control system is switched
on, ESC/ ASR cannot be switched off or sport
mode cannot
be switched on.
- Malfunctions in the rear spoiler
or the Audi
magnetic ride may make
it impossible to
switch the ESC/ ASR off or to switch sport
mode on.
Brakes
New brake pads
New brake pads do not achieve their full braking
effect during the first 250 mi (400 km) . They
must be "broken in" first. However, you can com
pensate
for the slightly reduced braking force by
pressing
firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy
braking during the break-in period.
Wear
Brake pad wear depends largely on the way the
vehicle is driven and on operating conditions.
This is especially true
if you are driving frequently
in
the city and on curves or with a sporty driving
style.
Operating noise
Noises may occur when braking depending on the
speed, braking force and outside conditions such
as temperature and humidity.
Effect of water and road salt
In certain situations, for example after driving
through water, in heavy
rain, after overnight con
densation
or after washing your car, the braking
effect can be reduced by moisture or ice on the
brake rotors and brake pads. The brakes
must be
"dried" first with a few careful brake applica
tions.
At higher speeds and with the windshield wipers
turned
on, the brake pads press against the brake
rotors
for a short amount of time. This action
which is
not felt by the driver happens at regular
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intervals and facilitates a better reaction time for
the brakes in wet weather.
T
he braking effect can also be reduced if you are
driving on salted roads and you do
not apply the
brakes for Long periods of time. The Layer of salt
on the brake rotors and pads must be worn off
first when the brakes are applied.
Corrosion
Leaving the vehicle parked for Long periods of
time, Low mileage and avoiding heavy braking
can contribute
to corrosion on the brake rotors
and
dirty brake pads.
If you usually avoid heavy braking or ifthere is
corrosion present, occasiona l heavy braking
at
high speeds is recommended to clean the brake
rotors and
pads¢.&..
Brake system malfunction
if you notice that the brake pedal travel has sud
denly gotten Larger, then a brake circuit may have
failed. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or au
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
the problem corrected. On the way there, drive
with reduced speed and keep in mind that a Long
braking distance and increased pressure on the
brake pedal will be necessary.
Low brake fluid level
When the brake fluid Level is Low, malfunctions in
the brake system may occur. The brake fluid Level
is electronically monitored.
Brake booster
The brake booster amplifies the pressure you ap
ply to the brake pedal. It only works when the en
gine is running.
A WARNING
-New brake pads do not achieve their full
braking effect during the first 250 mi
(400 km). They must be "broken in" first.
However, you
can compensate for the
slightly reduced braking force by pressing
firmly on the brake pedal. Avoid heavy brak-
ing during
the break-in period. ~
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-Only apply the brakes for the purpose of
cleaning the brake system when road and
traffic conditions permit. You must not en
danger other road users. This increases the
risk of an accident.
-
On steep slopes, reduce the speed and se
lect a lower gear or lower selector lever po
sition . Drive
as little as possible while press
ing the brake pedal and avoid putting your
left foot on the brake pedal while driving.
This could
cause the brakes to overheat and
impair the efficiency of the brakes.
-
Do not let the brakes "grind" by always
keeping
your foot on the brake pedal. This
can
cause the brakes to over heat, increase
wear and increase brak ing distance u nneces
sari ly.
-
Certa in weather and operating cond it io ns
such as driving through water, driving in
heavy rain or driving after washing your ve
hicle
can impair the effectiveness of the
brakes. In the winter, ice may build up on
the brake pads, rotors and drums. Check
these components by braking carefully. Ap
plying
the brakes carefully several times
dries the brakes and removes ice build-up.
- The efficiency
of the brakes can also be im
paired by driving
for long stretches on roads
covered with salt without using the brakes.
You can remove salt deposits from the
brake rotors and pads by carefully applying
the brakes several times.
-If the front spoiler is damaged or you install
another spoiler, make sure the front wheel
brakes are ventilated properly. Otherwise,
the brake system could overheat, wh ic h re
duces
thei r effectiveness.
- Failure
of a brake circuit impairs braking
performance, which increases braking dis
tance.
Avoid driving the vehicle and have it
towed it to the nearest authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
- Never
let the vehicle roll while the engine is
stopped because this increases the risk of an
accident.
-
If the brake booster is not working, you will
have
to press much harder on the brake
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pedal to compensate for the lack of the
booster.
@ Note
-Never let the brakes "rub" by pressing the
pedal lightly when braking is not really nec
essary. This
causes the brakes to overheat
and increases braking distance and causes
wear.
- Before driving a long
distance on a steep
slope, decrease your speed and select a low
er driving gear. This makes use of the en
gine braking effect and relieves the brakes.
If you need to brake additionally, brake in
interva ls and not continuously.
(D Tips
-Ifthe brake booster is not work ing, you
must press the brake pedal w ith much more
force than normal.
-
If you retrofit your vehicle with a front spoil
er wheel covers or similar items, make sure '
that the air flow to the front wheels is not
interrupted. Otherwise the brake system
can become too hot.
Electromechanical
steering
The electromechanical steering supports the
driver's steering movements.
Power steering adapts electronically based on
the vehicle speed.
Indicator lights and messages
• Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
If this indicator light turns on and stays on and
this message appears, the power steering may
have failed.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as pos
sible.
Do not continue driving. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
assistance.
i:t-D Steering: malfunction! You may continue
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If the indicator light turns on, the steering wheel
may be more difficult to move or more sensitive
than usual. The steering wheel may also be at an
angle when driving straight.
Drive slow ly to an authorized Audi dealer or au
thorized Audi Service Facility to have the mal
function corrected.
@ Tips
If the. or '~ij indicator light only stays on
for a short time, you may continue driving.
ALL wheel drive (quattro)
In all wheel drive, all four wheels ore powered.
General information
In all wheel drive, the driving power is divided be
tween all four wheels. This happens automatical
ly depending on your driving behavior as well as
the current road conditions. c::> page 87, Electron
ic
stabilization control (ESC).
The all wheel drive concept is designed for high
engine power. Your vehicle is exceptionally pow
erful and has excellent driving characteristics
both under normal driving conditions and on
snow and ice. Always read and follow safety pre
cautions c::> &..
Winter tires
By using all wheel drive, your vehicle has good
forward motion with standard tires in winter con
ditions. However,
in winter we recommend using
winter or all season tires on all four wheels, be
cause this will improve the broking effect.
Snow chains
If there are snow chain laws, snow chains must
also be used on vehicles with all wheel drive
c::> page 265, Snow chains.
Replacing tires
For vehicles with all wheel drive, only wheels with
the same rolling circumference should be used.
Avoid
wheels with different tread depths
c::> page 257, New tires or wheels.
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Offroad vehicle?
Your Audi is not an offroad vehicle -there is not
enough ground clearance. For this reason, avoid
difficult
terrain.
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-Also, in vehicles with all wheel drive, adapt
your driving style to the current road and
traffic conditions. Do not let the increased
safety provided tempt you into taking risks,
because this increases the risk of an acc i
dent.
- The braking ability
of your vehicle is limited
to the traction of the wheels. In this way, it
is not different from a two wheel drive vehi
cle.
Do not be tempted to accelerate to a
h
igh speed when the road is slippery this in
creases the risk of an accident.
- Note
that on wet streets, the front wheels
can "hydrop lane" if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive
veh icl
es, the engine does not rev higher sud
denly when the vehicle begins hydroplaning .
For
this reason, pay attention to the road
conditions
regard less of your speed.
Rear spoiler
The extendoble rear spoiler increases driving sta
bility.
Fig. 89 Center console: button for the rear spoiler
The rear spoiler retracts and extends. It can be
activated in various operating modes (manual
mode or automatic mode) .
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Automatic mode (normal operation)
-Automatic extension: the rear spoiler will auto
matically extend when speeds exceed approxi
mately 75 mph (120 km/h)
-Automatic retraction: the rear spoiler will auto
matically retract when speeds decrease to un
der approximately 50 mph (80 km/h).
Manual mode
-Extending manually: briefly tap the~ fig. 89
button to fully extend the rear spoiler.
- Retracting manually:
when driving at speeds
below approximately 10 mph (20 km/h), press
and hold the button to retract the rear spoiler.
When at speeds between 10 mph (20 km/h)
and 75 mph (120 km/h), the rear spoiler will
completely retract when you tap the button.
Indicator lights
Ii) I. Rear spoiler: malfunction!
The
rear spoiler may not have extended due to a
malfunction.
This could change the veh icle's driv
ing characteristics
at high speeds. Do not drive
faster than 85 mph (140 km/h). Drive to an au
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility
immediately to have the malfunction cor
rected. The color
of the indicator light depends
on the vehicle speed.
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-
Driving at higher speeds without the rear
spoiler deployed can impair handling charac
teristics, making
the vehicle harder to con
trol.
- Always
make sure that the spoiler is de
ployed when driving at
speeds ove r 85 mph
(140 km/h). If the rear spoiler warning/indi
cator light in the instrument cluster comes
on, the rear spoiler may not have deployed.
- Never drive
at speeds higher than 85 mph
(140 km/h) ifthe spoiler is not deployed.
Have
the spoiler inspected as soon as possi
ble by an
authorized Audi dealer or qualified
workshop.
- Always obey
speed limits and other traffic
laws.
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..&. WARNING
Improper operation of the rear spoiler can
cause crushing injuries.
-Always make sure that nobody, especially
children, is
in the way when the rear spoiler
is deployed or retracted.
«J:) Note
-Never push on the vehicle on the rear spoil
er. This could
cause damage.
- To
prevent damage to the rear spoiler do
not lean or place anything on it.
-
-Only operate the rear spoiler manually when
the luggage compartment lid is close and
the rear spoiler moving parts are not
blocked. Otherwise, damage could occur.
(D Tips
Clean the rear spoiler compartment every 2 to
3 months. To function correctly, the rear
spoiler must be free of ice, snow and leaves.
Energy management
The starting ability is optimized
The energy management system manages the
electrical energy distribution
and optimizes the
availability
of electrical energy for starting the
engine.
When a vehicle with a conventiona l energy sys
tem is not driven for a long time, the battery is
drained by equipment (for example the immobil
izer). In
certain circumstances, there could may
not be enough energy to start the engine.
Your vehicle
is equipped with an intelligent ener
gy
management system for distributing electrici
ty. T his sign ificant
ly improves the starting ability
and increases the battery life.
The
energy management system Is made up of
battery diagnosis, Idling current management
and dynamic energy management.
Battery diagnosis
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charge level. The sensors determine the battery Ill>
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Function
Calling a contact from the directory
Selecting a specific
contact number
Selecting a
phone number with an
address card open
Calling a contact from your favor -
ites list
Displaying
recent calls
Calling the last number dialed
Dialing a
phone number
Correcting the phone number that
was entered
Showing contact information
Listening to messages
Entering the PIN (SIM)
Corre cti ng the P IN entry
Correct data input
Close the entire command list
@ Tips
Say:
Call (XV), for example Call "John Smith"
Call
(XV) at work I Private I Land line I Cell phone,
for example, Call "John Smith" private
Call I Call work I Call private I Call land line I Call cell phone
work
Teleph o
ne favorites >After being prompted, say the desired
contact > Dial
Call list
Redialing
Enter
number > After being prompted, say the telephone num-
ber in groups of individual numbers, for example. 888 555
1212 > Dial
Correct I Delete number
Directory > After being prompted, say the desired contact,
su ch as John Smith
Call voic email
Ente r PIN > when prompted, say the PIN in individual numbers
>Save
Corr ect I Dele te PIN
No, I
meant (XV)
Clo sing
phones that transmit names separated into
first and last names.
-Contacts in the dire ctory can selected using
the full name ("first name last name" and
"las t name, first name") as well as with only
the first or last name. This applies to cell -
For
more information on the supported cell
phones, visit www.a udiusa.com/bluetooth
or yo ur authorized Audi dealer .
Audi connect
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system and Audi connect
Requirement: the requirements for Audi connect
services must be met c::>page 121.
Function Say:
Accessing Audi connect services Audi connect. F o llow the system prompts.
(D Tips
Refer to the notes in the About Audi connect
chapter c::> page 128.
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