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Notes on this Owner's Manual 5
Quick reference ................. . 6
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FAQs
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Before you set off ................... .
Breakdowns and emergencies ......... .
Useful functions .................... .
Using the infotainment system ........ .
Communication .................... .
Navigation ........................ .
Entertainment ..................... .
Tips and tricks ..................... .
Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
View of cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Controls at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8
Instruments and warning/
indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . 11
Driver information system . . . . . . 20
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20
Multi-function steering wheel plus...... 21
Multi-function steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rev counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Mileage recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Sport view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27
Doors and windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Central locking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27
Boot lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33
Electric windows ................... .
Garage door opener (Homelink) ....... . 34
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Soft top (folding roof) .......... .
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Soft
top .......................... .
Windbreak ........................ .
Manual operation of the soft top
Lights and vision ................ .
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2 Exterior
lights ..................... .
Interior lights ...................... .
Clear vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
48 Windscreen
wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
50
Digital compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Seats and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
54
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Cigarette lighter and electrical socket . . . 56
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Heating and cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
60
Driving ............................ 66
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
66
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
68
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . .
68
Start/stop system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
71
Electro-mechanical parking brake. . . . . . .
74
Moving off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
76
Driver assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Driver assist
systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Speed warning function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
86
Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
88
Camera-based traffic sign recognition . . .
90
Audi active Lane assist (Lane departure
warning feature) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
92
Lap timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
94
Sport displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
96
Audi side assist (lane change assist
feature) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
97
Audi drive select (vehicle set-up
functions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Parking aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Rear parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
104
Parking system plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
104
Reversing camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
106
Park assist with 360°
display . . . . . . . . . .
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information system
The equipment installed on your vehicle deter
mines which of the following tabs are available:
1st tab
Car ¢page 25
2nd taba)
Warnings
3rd tab Radio
¢ page 185
Media ¢ page 191
4th tabb)
Sound ¢page 212
Settings ¢page 212
a) This tab is only visible if one or more warning/indicator
lamps or driver messages are displayed or if the relevant
system is switched on.
b) The tab contents depend on which menu you used last.
- To switch between tabs: Press the
I MOD
E
! but
ton on the multi-function steering wheel until
the desired tab is displayed.
- To select a function in a menu/list: Scroll the
left thumbwheel on the multi-function steering
wheel to the desired function.
- To confirm the selection: Press the left thumb
wheel on the multi-function steering wheel to
confirm your selection.
- To scroll within the lists: Scroll the left thumb
wheel on the multi-function steering wheel
rapidly to scroll within the lists.
@!VIEW! button
- To change views: Press the !VIE
W! button to
switch from the classic view¢ page 20, Fig. 4
to the extended view¢ page 20, Fig. 5.
@ Right thumbwheel
You can adjust the volume of an audio source or
system message (e.g. during a traffic announce
ment) directly while it is being played.
- Volume up/down: Scroll the right thumbwheel
up/down.
- Mute/pause: Scroll the right thumbwheel
down. Or: Press the right thumbwheel.
- Unmute/resume: Scroll the right thumbwheel
upwards. Or: Press the right thumbwheel.
24 Rev
counter
The rev counter indicates the number of engine
revolutions per minute.
The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the
maximum engine speed which may be used brief
ly in all gears when the engine is warm and after
it has been run in properly. However, it is advisa
ble to change up a gear or move the selector lev
er to D/S (or lift your foot off the accelerator) be
fore the needle reaches the red zone.
Shift light display in the rev counter
Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit and shift light
display
The shift light display is only visible in the sport
view* ¢ page 25 when shifting gears in tiptron
ic mode. Green, yellow and red zones are dis
played in the high-rev area of the dial. The entire
rev counter flashes in red at engine speeds near
the limit. Remember to shift to the next gear in
good time.
CD CAUTION
The rev counter needle must only ever briefly
go into the red zone on the scale; otherwise
there is a risk of engine damage. The start of
the red zone on the dial is different for some
engine versions.
@ For the sake of the environment
Changing up a gear early will help you to save
fuel and minimise engine noise.
Mileage recorder
Fig. 12 Instrument cluster: Mileage recorder and reset
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The trip recorder shows the distance that has
been travelled since it was last reset. It is used to
measure individual journeys.
The trip recorder can be reset to zero by pressing
the reset button lo.al ¢Fig. 12.
The odometer records the vehicle's total mileage.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instruments, the letters
DEF appear in the trip recorder display. Have the
fault rectified as soon as possible.
On-board computer
You can call up the following information se
quentially on the on-board computer ¢ page 20,
Fig. 4@ :
-Time & date ¢page 212
-Average consumption
- Fuel range
- Single journey memory summary
- Total journey memory summary
The single journey memory processes the infor
mation on a journey from the time the ignition is
Sport view Driver
information system
switched on until it is switched off. If the journey
is resumed within two hours after the ignition is
switched off, the new figures are automatically
included in the calculation.
Unlike the single journey memory, the total jour
ney memory is not erased automatically. In this
way, you can determine the period for which you
wish the on-board computer to supply driving in
formation.
Fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption can be shown in a
bar display. The average fuel consumption from
the single journey memory can also be displayed.
If the bar turns green, your vehicle is saving fuel
using one of the following functions:
- Recuperation: Electrical energy can be stored in
the vehicle battery (recuperation) if the vehicle
is travelling downhill or coasting in gear (over
run). In this case, the bar will move towards the
t:::3 symbol.
- Coasting mode* ¢ page 82.
@ Note
The date, time and display format can be
changed via the infotainment system.
Applies to: vehicles with boost pressure display and engine oil temperature display
Fig. 13 Driver information system: Sport view
Always select the desired view in the driver infor
mation system before starting a journey, because the
display functions will not be available for a
few seconds.
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information system
... Select the following on the infotainment sys
tem: I MEN
U I
button > Car > left control button
> Layout .
... Move the cursor (red frame) to select the de-
sired setting.
The driver information system displays various
components.
(D Tab area
@ Rev counter including digital speedometer
and mileage recorders
@ Secondary display (two separate sections in
extended view)
@ Boost pressure display
® Engine oil temperature display
@ Status line
(J) Function area (central area shifted to left)
Boost pressure display
The current boost level of the engine (that is the
current charge pressure) is indicated by a bar
which moves from left to right.
Engine oil temperature gauge
The display shows ---°Cat low engine oil temper
atures.
The engine has reached its operating tempera
ture in normal driving conditions when the oil
temperature is between 80 °C and 120 °C. If the
engine is running under increased load at high
ambient temperatures, the oil temperature may
increase above this value. This is no cause for
concern, provided that the indicator/warning
lamps. ¢page 14 orl! ¢page 18 in the dis
play do not start flashing.
{(!)) Note
- You can change the measurement units for
temperature or speed, etc. via the infotain
ment system.
- When the vehicle is stationary or travelling
at very low speeds, the temperature dis
played may be slightly higher than the ac
tual outside temperature as a result of the
heat radiated from the engine.
26 -At
temperatures below +5 °( a snowflake
symbol appears next to the temperature
display ¢&. in Overview on page 20.

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Driving
General notes
Running in
A new vehicle should be run in over a distance of
1,500 km. For the first 1,000 km the engine
speed should not exceed 2/3 of the maximum
permissible engine speed -do not use full throt
tle. From 1,000 to 1,500 km you can gradually
increase the engine rpm and road speed.
During its first few hours of running, the internal
friction in the engine is greater than later on
when all the moving parts have bedded down.
How the vehicle is driven for the first 1,500 km
also influences the engine quality. After this peri
od you should continue driving at moderate en
gine speeds, in particular when the engine is
cold. This helps to reduce wear and tear on the
engine and increases the potential mileage which
can be covered by the engine.
You should also avoid driving with the engine
speed too low. Change down to a lower gear
when the engine no longer runs "smoothly". Ex
cessively high engine speeds are prevented by an
automatic rev limiter.
Letting the engine warm up/cool down
Applies to: Sand RS models
You can reduce the amount of wear and tear on
your vehicle during a sporty driving session sim
ply by adopting a more restrained driving style
while the engine is warming up and cooling
down.
When the engine is cold, the engine speed is limi
ted so that the full range of engine power is not
available. Once the engine has reached operating
temperature, the rev Limit moves to a higher
range of engine speeds. In addition, the tyres will
not develop their full grip potential until they
have had a chance to warm up on the road.
Even though the engine continues to be cooled
after you switch it off, it is particularly important
to give it time to cool down before parking. The
engine, brakes, exhaust system and gearbox will
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reach very high temperatures when you adopt
a sporty driving style. Before you park the vehi
cle, allow it to cool down to normal temperature
by driving at moderate engine speeds for several
miles.
Avoiding damage to the car
CD CAUTION
Take care not to damage low-mounted parts
of the car (such as the spoiler or exhaust sys
tem) on steep ramps, uneven road surfaces or
roadside kerbs, etc. This applies especially to
vehicles with low ground clearance and to all
vehicles when fully laden.
Driving through water on roads
Please note the following in order to prevent
damage to the vehicle when driving through wa
ter (e.g. on flooded roads):
- The water level must not be higher than the ve
hicle's underbody.
- Do not drive faster than walking pace.
A WARNING
After driving through water, mud, sludge,
etc., the braking effect can be delayed slightly
due to moisture on the discs and brake pads.
Applying the brakes carefully several times
will remove the moisture and restore the full
braking effect.
CD CAUTION
- Parts of the vehicle (e.g. engine, gearbox,
running gear or electrical components) can
be badly damaged when driving through
water.
- Always switch off the start/stop system*
¢ page 71 before driving through water.
i Note
- It is advisable to check the depth at the
deepest point before approaching the wa
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Do NOT stop the vehicle, drive in reverse or
switch off the engine before you are out of
the water.
- Bear in mind that waves created by oncom
ing traffic could exceed the permissible
wading depth of your vehicle.
- Avoid driving through salt water (corrosion).
How to improve economy and minimise
pollution
Fuel economy, environmental impact and wear
on the engine, brakes and tyres depend largely
on the way you drive the vehicle. By adopting an
economical driving style and anticipating the
traffic situation ahead, you can reduce fuel con
sumption by 10-15%. The following section gives
you some tips on lessening the impact on the en
vironment and reducing your operating costs at
the same time.
Anticipate well in advance
A car uses most fuel when accelerating. If you an
ticipate hazards and speed changes well in ad
vance, you will need to brake less and thus accel
erate less. Wherever possible, let the car slow
down gradually with a gear engaged, for in
stance when you can see that the next traffic
lights are red.
Change gear early to save fuel
An effective way of saving fuel is to change up
quickly through the gears. Running the engine at
high rpm in the lower gears uses an unnecessary
amount of fuel. Press the accelerator slowly and
avoid using the "kick-down" feature.
Avoid driving at high speed
Avoid travelling at top speed. Fuel consumption,
exhaust emissions and noise levels all increase
very rapidly at higher speeds. Driving at moder
ate speeds will help to save fuel.
Do not let the engine idle for longer than
necessary
Engine idling periods are automatically reduced
on vehicles with start/stop system*. On vehicles
without start/stop system*, it is worthwhile
switching off the engine at level crossings, for in- Driving
stance, or at traffic lights with a long red phase.
The fuel saved after only 30 -40 seconds is
greater than the amount of fuel needed to re
start the engine.
The engine takes a very long time to warm up
when it is running at idling speed. Mechanical
wear and pollutant emissions are also especially
high during this initial warm-up phase. It is
therefore best to drive off immediately after
starting the engine. Avoid running the engine at
high speed.
Regular servicing
Regular servicing can establish a basis for good
fuel economy before you start driving. A well
serviced engine gives you the benefit of im
proved fuel efficiency as well as maximum relia
bility and an enhanced resale value.
A poorly maintained engine can consume up to
ten percent more fuel than necessary.
Check the oil level when filling the tank. Oil con
sumption depends to a great extent on the en
gine load and engine speed. It is quite normal
that the oil consumption of a new engine only
reaches its lowest level after a certain mileage.
This means that the oil consumption can only be
properly assessed after about 5,000 km.
Avoid short trips
The engine and emission control system need to
reach their proper working temperature in order
to minimise fuel consumption and emissions.
A cold engine uses disproportionately more fuel.
The engine only reaches its working temperature
after about four kilometres, when fuel consump
tion will return to a normal level.
Check tyre pressures
Always make sure the tyres are inflated to the
correct tyre pressures to save fuel. If the tyre
pressures are just 0.5 bar too low, this can in
crease the fuel consumption by as much as 5 %.
Due to the greater rolling resistance, under-infla
tion also increases tyre wear and impairs han
dling.
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WARNING
You should switch on the sport mode or
switch off the ESC/traction control system
(ASR) only if your driving ability and the traf
fic conditions allow you to do so safely -dan
ger of skidding!
- The stabilising function is restricted when
sport mode is switched on. The driven
wheels may start to spin, causing the vehi
cle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or
wet roads.
- When the ESC/traction control system
(ASR) is switched off, the vehicle will not be
stabilised.
@ Note
- The ESC/traction control system (ASR) can
not be switched off and the sport mode can
not be switched on when the cruise control
system* is on.
- In the event of a malfunction in the rear
spoiler system or the Audi magnetic ride, it
may not be possible to switch off the ESC/
ASR or switch on the sport mode.
Brakes
New brake pads
New brake pads do not give full braking effect for
the first 400 km, they must first be "bedded in".
However, you can compensate for the slightly re
duced braking effect by applying more pressure
on the brake pedal. Avoid placing a heavy load on
the brakes during the running-in period.
Wear
The rate of wear on the brake pads depends a
great deal on how you drive and the conditions in
which the vehicle is operated. Negative factors
are, for instance, city traffic, frequent short trips
or hard driving with abrupt starts and stops.
Noises
Brake noise may develop in certain situations, de
pending on the speed, braking force and ambient
conditions (such as temperature and relative hu
midity). Intelligent
technology
Effect of moisture and salt
In certain conditions, such as in heavy rain, early
morning dew, or after washing the car or driving
through water, the full braking effect can be de
layed by moisture (or in winter by ice) on the
discs and brake pads. The brakes should be
"dried" by pressing the pedal to restore full brak
ing effect.
When you are driving at higher speeds with the
windscreen wipers on, the brake pads are very
briefly brought into contact with the brake discs.
This automatic process which goes unnoticed by
the driver is carried out at regular intervals and is
intended to improve braking response in wet con
ditions.
The effectiveness of the brakes can also be tem
porarily reduced if the car is driven for some dis
tance without using the brakes when there is a
lot of salt on the road in winter. The layer of salt
that accumulates on the discs and pads can be
removed with a few cautious brake applications.
Corrosion
There may be a tendency for dirt to build up on
the brake pads and corrosion to form on the discs
if the car is used infrequently, or if you only drive
low mileages without using the brakes very
much.
If the brakes are not used frequently, or if corro
sion has formed on the discs, it is advisable to
clean off the pads and discs by braking firmly a
few times from a moderately high speed ¢ A.
Faults in the brake system
If the brake pedal travel should ever increase
suddenly, this may mean that one of the two
brake circuits has failed. Drive immediately to the
nearest qualified workshop and have the fault
rectified. On the way to the dealer, be prepared
to use more pressure on the brake pedal and al
low for longer stopping distances.
Low brake fluid level
Malfunctions can occur in the brake system if the
brake fluid level is too low. The brake fluid level
is monitored electronically.
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and topping up fluids
... Now connect the battery charger to the mains
and switch on.
... After charging the battery: switch off the bat-
tery charger and disconnect the mains cable .
... Detach the charger cables from the terminals.
... Refit
the red cap onto the positive terminal.
... Close the bonnet ¢page 245.
A WARNING
- A highly explosive mixture of gases may be
given off when the battery is under charge.
Only charge the vehicle battery in a well
ventilated area.
- When it is discharged the vehicle battery
can freeze at temperatures around 0°
(. You
must not use a vehicle battery which has
frozen, even after it has thawed, because
the ice may have cracked the battery casing
and allowed the battery acid to escape -risk
of explosion and chemical burns! Please
contact a qualified workshop if you have any
questions.
- Do not connect or disconnect the charging
cables during the charging process -risk of
explosion!
1 Note
- Use only the terminals in the engine com
partment to charge the vehicle battery.
- Before you charge the vehicle battery, al
ways read and follow the manufacturer's in
structions for using the battery charger.
Windscreen washer
Fig. 220 Engine compartment: Cap of windscreen washer
container
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container for the windscreen washer@ con
tains the cleaning fluid for the windscreen and
the headlight washer system* ¢ page 246,
Fig. 214. For the container capacity, please refer
to¢ page 288 .
Clean water should be used when topping up. If
possible, use soft water to prevent scaling on the
washer jets. Always add washer fluid to the wa
ter. In cold weather you should add anti-freeze to
the water to prevent it from freezing.
CD CAUTION
- The anti-freeze concentration must be
matched to the climate of the country in
which you are driving. If the concentration
is too high, damage to the car may result.
- Never put in radiator anti-freeze or other
additives.
- Never use washer fluid which contains paint
thinners or solvents as it can damage the
paintwork.
Service interval display
The service interval display detects when the
next service is due for your vehicle .
There are two service interval display levels:
- Inspection or oil change reminder: After a cer
tain mileage, a service reminder will appear on
the infotainment display each time the ignition
is switched on/off. The distance or time re
maining will be shown briefly.
- Inspection or oil change due: When your vehi
cle is due for an inspection, oil change or both,
the corresponding reminder Inspection due!,
Oil change due! or Oil change and inspection
due! will appear briefly after you switch the ig
nition on/off.
Checking the service intervals
You can look up the distance and time remaining
until the next oil change and next service inspec
tion. Select the following on the infotainment
system: IM EN u I button > Car > left control but
ton > Servicing & checks > Service intervals.
Applies to: vehicles with flexible oil change serv
ice