
Radio 
  
Requirement: at least two favorites must be stor- 
ed. 
— Moving a favorite: Select: All > Z. Touch the 
symbol and move the entry to the desired posi- 
tion. Press Done. 
@) Note 
Read the information about Audi connect, and 
be sure to note the connectivity costs section 
=@ in General information on page 184. 
@ Tips 
— Depending on the Internet connection and 
network traffic, the connection may be lost 
when online radio is playing. 
— Online radio reception may not be possible 
if Internet service is throttled. 
— The use of online radio depends on the  serv- 
ice availability of the third party provider. 
— The range and screen display of online me- 
dia services from third party providers in the 
vehicle can vary. 
— AUDI AG only provides access to online radio 
and does not assume any responsibility for 
the content of these services. 
Radio text 
Applies to: vehicles with radio text 
Program information (for example, general text 
messages, artist, composer, song) is displayed in 
the radio text. 
Opening radio text 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
RADIO > select a frequency band (such as FM) 
> select a station > More > Radio text. 
Displaying previous radio text entries: drag your 
finger downward. The last radio text entries are 
displayed if they are available. 
Browsing through radio text entries: drag your 
finger upward or downward on the screen. 
If a radio text entry is displayed with a color, a 
phone number or a navigation destination for the 
station is available as radio text plus information. 
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G) Tips 
The availability of radio text and Radio Text 
Plus depends on the radio station. 
TAME ay 
Applies to: vehicles with SiriusXM 
You can see an overview of your favorite artists, 
favorite songs, or teams that are currently being 
broadcast on a SiriusXM channel. 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
RADIO > Source > SiriusXM alerts. 
After you have saved a SiriusXM alert, you can  see 
an overview in the SiriusXM alerts menu of the 
songs, artists, or teams being currently received 
and can play them directly from there. 
Storing a SiriusXM music alert 
Requirement: an artist or song must be playing 
ona SiriusXM channel. 
— Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
RADIO > Source > SiriusXM > select a channel 
> More > Artist as SXM alert/Title as SXM 
alert. 
Storing a SiriusXM game alert 
— Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
RADIO > {¥ > Manage SiriusXM alerts > Store 
SiriusXM game alerts > select an entry from 
the list. 
Playing a song/artist/team from a SiriusXM 
alert (option 1) 
Requirement: a SiriusXM music/game alert must 
be stored and must be currently broadcast ona 
SiriusXM channel. 
— Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
RADIO > Source > SiriusXM alerts > select an 
entry from the list. 
Playing a song/artist/team from a SiriusXM 
alert (option 2) 
Requirement: a SiriusXM music/game alert must 
have been received. 
— Press on the notification, or access the notifica- 
tion in the notification center on  > page 19 and 
press on the notification.  

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Media 
  
Media 
General information 
There are various media drives and connections 
available in the MMI. For example, you can play 
media files using the SD card reader or connect 
your mobile devices to the Audi music interface 
and operate them through the MMI. 
Media and format restrictions: the MMI (includ- 
ing the SD card reader and the USB storage de- 
vice connection*) was tested with a variety of 
products and media available in the market. 
However, there may be cases where individual de- 
vices or media and audio/video files may not be 
recognized, may play only with restrictions, or 
may not play at all. 
Restricted functionality: reset the Media to the 
factory default settings if functionality is restrict- 
ed. 
Digital Rights Management: please note that 
the 
audio/video files are subject to copyright pro- 
tection. 
The media drives do not play files that are pro- 
tected by DRM and are identified with the symbol 
&. 
Data security: never store important data on SD 
cards, CDs/DVDs, or mobile devices. Audi AG is 
not responsible for damaged or lost files and me- 
dia. 
Loading times: the more files/folders/playlists 
there are  on a storage medium, the longer it will 
take to load. To reduce the amount of time it 
takes the audio/video files to load, use a storage 
medium that  only contains audio/video files, and 
create subfolders (for example, for each artist or 
album). 
Additional information: when playing, audio 
files are automatically displayed with any addi- 
tional information that is stored (such as the ar- 
tist, track and album cover). If this information is 
not available on the storage medium, the MMI 
will check the Gracenote metadata database. 
However, in some cases, the additional informa- 
tion may not be displayed. 
CG) Note 
Read the information about Audi connect, and 
be sure to note the connectivity costs section 
=@ in General information on page 184. 
SD card reader 
The SD card reader is in the storage compartment 
under the front center armrest. 
Inserting the SD card 
> The angled corner of the SD card must face to- 
ward the  right front side when being inserted. 
>» Slide  the SD card into the card reader slot  until 
the SD card clicks  into place. 
The SD card reader is accessed and operated 
through the MMI = page 221. 
® Note 
— Only use one-piece SD cards. If adapter 
cards (SD cards with more than one piece) 
are used, the card could fall out of the 
adapter when driving because of vibrations. 
Individual pieces could then become stuck 
in the drive and impair the functionality. 
—To reduce the risk of damaging drives and 
data carriers, always keep data carriers ina 
sleeve and never expose them to direct sun- 
light. 
DVD drive 
General information 
The functionality of individual storage mediums 
may be limited due to the variety of blank CDs/ 
DVDs available  and the various capacities. Audio 
CDs or video DVDs with copy protection, CDs/ 
DVDs that do not conform to the standard, and 
multisession CDs may have limited playback or 
may not play at all. AUDI AG recommends finaliz- 
ing the recording process when creating multi- 
session CDs. Multisession DVDs are not support- 
ed. 
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Media 
  
— The supported media functions (such as 
shuffle, list view, categories, search, op- 
tions) depend on the Bluetooth device being 
used. 
— Note the volume setting on your Bluetooth 
device. AUDI AG recommends setting your 
mobile device to the maximum volume 
when using it as a Bluetooth audio player. 
— For more information on supported devices, 
visit www.audiusa.com/bluetooth or con- 
tact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized 
Audi Service Facility. 
Online media 
Applies to: vehicles with Audi connect Infotainment and on- 
line media 
You can play and operate various online media 
services, such as music streaming services, using 
the MMI. 
Requirement: a supported online media service 
must be available in the country where the  vehi- 
cle is being operated. 
Connecting online media: 
> Connect the MMI to the Internet > page 184. 
> Switch on the Wi-Fi hotspot in the MMI 
> page 189. 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
MEDIA > Source > Connect online media. 
> Switch the Wi-Fi function on in your mobile de- 
vice and connect it to the MMI Wi-Fi hotspot 
=> page 185. 
> Install and start the myAudi app on your mo- 
bile device. 
> Log in to your myAudi account in the myAudi 
app and select your vehicle. 
Your mobile device must be connected to the 
MMI and must be highlighted. When you press 
the highlighted device, it will be disconnected. 
Starting online media: 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
MEDIA > Source. All online media services sup- 
ported in your country will be displayed. 
> Press on the desired online media service and 
follow the system instructions. 
  
ZA WARNING 
— It is only safe to use tablets, laptops, mobile 
devices and other similar devices when the 
vehicle is stationary because, like all loose 
objects, they could be thrown around the in- 
side of the vehicle in a crash and cause seri- 
ous injuries. Store these types of devices se- 
curely while driving. 
— Do not use any wireless devices on the front 
seats within range of the airbags while driv- 
ing. Also  read and follow the warnings in 
  
  
=> page 64, Airbag system. 
  
() Note 
— Read the information about Audi connect, 
and be sure to note the connectivity costs 
section >@ in General information on 
page 184. 
— There  generally are additional costs when 
using an online media service account, espe- 
cially when it is used internationally. 
@ Tips 
— Depending on the Internet connection and 
network traffic, the connection may discon- 
nected when online media sources are play- 
ing. 
— Online media usage depends on the service 
availability of the third party provider. 
— Audi AG simply makes the access to online 
media services possible through the MMI 
and does not take any responsibility for the 
contents of the online media services. 
— Always read the chapter > page 184. 
— Depending on the mobile device being used, 
there may be interruptions during media 
playback and when using the myAudi app. 
To avoid interruptions when using a mobile 
device, do not lock the screen on your mo- 
bile device and keep the myAudi app in the 
foreground. 
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Media 
  
Amazon Alexa 
Applies to: vehicles with Amazon Alexa Integration 
You can play various Amazon Alexa content using 
the MMI. The voice recognition system is used to 
operate it. 
Requirement: Amazon Alexa must be activated 
=>page 25. 
> Start Amazon Alexa using the voice recognition 
system. 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
MEDIA > Source > Amazon Alexa. 
() Note 
Read the information about Audi connect, and 
be sure to note the connectivity costs section 
=> page 184. 
Multimedia connections 
USB adapter cable 
  
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Fig. 153 Audi Genuine Accessories: USB adapter 
You can connect your mobile devices through the 
Audi music interface to the MMI using the USB 
adapter and charge the battery at the same time. 
You can purchase the USB adapter cable from an 
authorized Audi dealer or at specialty stores: 
@ USB adapter for devices with a micro USB 
connection 
@ USB adapter for devices with an Apple Light- 
ning connection 
@ USB adapter for devices with USB type C con- 
nection 
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C@) Note 
Handle the USB adapter carefully. Do not al- 
low it to be pinched. 
G) Tips 
Mobile devices with an Apple Dock connector 
can only be charged using a USB adapter de- 
signed for devices with an Apple Dock connec- 
tor. Data cannot be transmitted. 
Audi music interface 
Connect your mobile devices to the Audi music in- 
terface in order to operate them through the 
MMI and charge the batteries. 
The Audi music interface USB ports are located in 
the storage compartment under the front and 
rear* center armrest and are labeled with the «<> 
symbol. 
Connecting or charging mobile devices using 
a USB  adapter 
> Connect the matching USB adapter to the Audi 
music interface USB port and connect it to the 
mobile device, such as a smartphone. 
The battery will charge automatically. 
Disconnecting a mobile device from the Audi 
music interface 
> Remove the USB adapter cable from the Audi 
music interface. 
Mobile devices connected to the Audi music inter- 
face can be started and operated using the MMI 
=> page 221. 
Connecting multiple mobile devices: if a mobile 
device (such as a smartphone) is connected at the 
respective USB port on the Audi music interface, 
then all devices can be used as a playback source. 
  
ZA\ WARNING 
Driving requires your complete and undivided 
attention. As the driver, you have complete re- 
sponsibility for safety in traffic. Never operate 
mobile devices while driving, because this in- 
creases the risk of an accident. > 
       

Audi smartphone interface 
  
— Some  MMI functions are not available when — AUDI AG merely provides access to third 
there is an active Audi smartphone interface party services through the MMI and does 
connection. not assume any responsibility for the con- 
— You cannot connect any mobile devices via tent of these services. 
Bluetooth when an Apple CarPlay connec- 
tion is active. 
— Usage of the Audi smartphone interface de- 
pends on the availability of services through 
third party providers. 
Troubleshooting 
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface 
The information that follows lists some trouble- 
shooting options. They depend on the equip- 
ment. 
  
Problem Solution 
  
Audi smartphone 
interface cannot be 
opened. 
Check the battery charge level  on your smartphone. 
Check the USB cable and use a different  one if necessary. 
Check if Android Auto or Apple CarPlay is available in the country where the  vehi- 
cle is being operated. 
  
Android Auto: check if the Android Auto app is installed on your smartphone. 
  
Connecting the 
smartphone to the 
MMI failed. 
Make sure  that you are using the correct USB adapter and check if the USB 
adapter is connected correctly to your smartphone and the Audi music interface 
=> page 220. 
  
Apple CarPlay: check if Apple CarPlay is activated on your smartphone. 
  
Android Auto:  check in the Android Auto app if Android Auto permits new vehi- 
cles. 
  
Wireless connection: open the settings for Bluetooth and CarPlay on your 
smartphone. Remove your vehicle. Open the connection manager in the MMI 
=> page 232. Delete your smartphone in the Telephone 1 and Audi smartphone 
interface submenus. Repeat the connection process. Restart the MMI 
=> page 17. Restart your smartphone. 
  
The smartphone is 
not automatically 
detected. 
    
Make sure that you are using the correct USB adapter and check if the USB 
adapter is connected correctly to your smartphone and the Audi music interface 
=> page 220. 
Check if the requirements needed to connect a smartphone have been met. 
  
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Additional settings 
  
Bluetooth 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
SETTINGS > Connection settings > Bluetooth. 
Bluetooth 
You can select a setting for visibility to other 
Bluetooth devices. To connect a new Bluetooth 
device, the Visible setting must be selected. If 
Invisible is selected, a Bluetooth connection will 
only be possible with paired devices. If Off is se- 
lected, no Bluetooth device can be connected. 
Bluetooth audio player 
When this function is switched on, the  profile 
will load automatically when your Bluetooth au- 
dio player is within  range. 
Bluetooth name 
The Bluetooth name is displayed and can be 
changed. 
Software update 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
SETTINGS > System maintenance > Software 
update. 
> If necessary, insert a storage medium with the 
update data into the corresponding drive 
=> page 227. 
> Press Search for updates. 
> Select the corresponding update. 
> Press Next. 
> Follow the instructions in the display. 
  
Z\ WARNING 
— Perform the installation only when the vehi- 
cle is stationary. Otherwise, this increases 
the risk of an accident 
— If the installation fails, contact an author- 
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service 
Facility immediately to have the malfunction 
corrected. 
@) Note 
The connection costs for the software update 
are included in the Audi connect pricing. 
      
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G) Tips 
The length of the process depends on the size 
of the update. 
Factory default settings 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
SETTINGS > System maintenance > Restore 
factory settings. 
> Select the desired functions individually, or 
> Select the option Select all. 
> Press Apply. The settings will be reset. The key 
user will remain stored. 
> To also delete the key user, select Remove key 
user. 
> To completely delete a smartphone that is 
paired with the Audi smartphone interface, re- 
set Audi smartphone interface and Bluetooth. 
G) Tips 
— Make sure that not only the settings were 
deleted but also the stored data, if necessa- 
ry. 
— The system  may restart when the settings 
are reset. This may take a few minutes. 
Connected devices 
(eye e Ts ( Us 
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and 
the ignition must be switched on. 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
SETTINGS > Connected devices. 
Possible menu items: 
— Telephone 1 
— Telephone 2 
— Data connection 
— Audio player 
— WLAN hotspot 
— Headset 
myAudi app 
This function is available if the myAudi app is in- 
stalled on your mobile device and started, andif >  

Checking and Filling 
  
the vehicle will be operated. If the coolant addi- 
tive percentage is too low, the coolant can freeze 
and cause damage. 
  
  
  
Coolant Freeze protec- 
additive tion 
Warm min. 40% min. -13 °F 
regions max. 45% (25°) 
Cold  min. 50% max. -40 °F 
regions max. 55% (-40 °C) 
          
@) Note 
— Before winter weather begins, have an au- 
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi 
Service Facility check if the coolant additive 
in your vehicle matches the percentage ap- 
propriate for the climate. This is especially 
important when driving in colder climates. 
— If the appropriate coolant additive is not 
available in an emergency, do not add any 
other additive. Using  other additives in- 
creases the risk of damage. If this happens, 
only use water and restore the correct mix- 
ture ratio with the specified coolant additive 
as soon as possible. 
— Only refill with new coolant. 
— Radiator sealant must not be mixed with 
the coolant. 
Coolant level 
  
Fig. 159  Motor compartment: coolant expansion tank 
Follow the safety precautions > page 235, Gener- 
al information. 
Checking the coolant level 
> Park the vehicle on a  level surface. 
> Switch the ignition off. 
238 
The coolant expansion tank is located in the ple- 
num chamber under a cover. Slide  the cover that 
is located below the windshield wipers on the 
front passenger's side toward the windshield and 
remove the cover > page 237, fig. 158. 
> Read the coolant level  on the floating gauge for 
the expansion tank. The coolant level must be 
between the Min  and Max markings when the 
coolant is cold > fig. 159 
Adding coolant 
Requirement: there must be a residual amount of 
coolant in the expansion tank >@). 
If you must add coolant, use a mixture of water 
and coolant additive. Mixing the coolant additive 
with distilled water is recommended. 
> Allow the coolant to cool down. 
> Place a large, thick towel on the coolant expan- 
sion tank cap. 
> Unscrew the cap carefully to the left > A\. 
> Add coolant with the correct mixture ratio 
=> page 237 until the floater gauge reaches the 
Max marking. 
> Make sure that the fluid  level remains stable. 
Add more coolant if necessary. 
> Screw on the  cap securely to the right. 
Coolant loss usually indicates that there is a leak. 
Immediately drive your vehicle to an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility 
and have the cooling system inspected. 
  
Z\ WARNING 
— The engine/motor compartment in any vehi- 
cle can be a dangerous area. Switch the igni- 
tion off and allow the cooling system to cool 
down. Always follow the information found 
in > page 235, General information. 
— Never open the hood if you can  see or hear 
steam or coolant escaping from the motor 
compartment. This increases the risk  of 
burns. The cooling system is under pressure. 
When you no longer see or hear steam or 
coolant escaping, you may open the motor 
compartment with caution. 
— Coolant additive and coolant can be danger- 
ous to your health. For this reason, store the |> 
       

Checking and Filling 
  
= / B Electrical system: malfunction! Safely 
stop vehicle 
Do not continue driving and switch the ignition 
off >  A\. See an authorized Audi dealer or author- 
ized Audi Service Facility for assistance. 
= Electrical system: malfunction! Restart not 
possible. Please contact Service 
If you switch the ignition off, you will not be able 
to restart the vehicle. Vehicle functions/driving 
stability may be limited. Drive to an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility im- 
mediately. 
= Electrical system: malfunction! Please con- 
tact Service 
Switch off all electrical equipment that is not 
needed. Vehicle functions/driving stability may 
be limited. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or 
authorized Audi Service Facility immediately. 
= Electrical system: low battery  charge. Bat- 
tery will  be charged while driving 
If this message turns off after a little while, the 
vehicle battery has been charged enough by the 
high-voltage battery while driving. 
If this message does not turn off, drive immedi- 
ately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized 
Audi Service Facility. 
  
ZA\ WARNING 
When there is an electrical system malfunc- 
tion, vehicle functions may not work and driv- 
ing stability may be limited, which increases 
the risk of an accident. Do not continue driv- 
ing and switch the ignition off. See an author- 
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa- 
cility for assistance. 
      
Battery 
Pela meee eles) 
Because of the complex power supply, all work on 
batteries such as disconnecting, replacing, etc., 
should only be performed by  an authorized Audi 
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility > A\. 
240 
Batteries with different technologies are instal- 
led in your vehicle: 
— 12 Volt vehicle battery (for example, for basic 
power supply) > page 241, 12 Volt vehicle bat- 
tery 
— High-voltage battery (for example, for electric 
drive system, climate control) > page 104, In- 
troduction 
Not running the vehicle for long periods of 
time 
When the vehicle is not used for long periods, the 
12 Volt vehicle battery will drain little by little. To 
ensure that the vehicle can still be started, the 
electrical equipment will be limited or switched 
off. Some convenience functions, such as interior 
lighting or power seat adjustment,  may not be 
available under certain circumstances. The con- 
venience functions will be available  again when 
you establish drive ready mode. 
Even when electrical equipment is switched off, 
the equipment can still drain the 12 Volt vehicle 
battery if the vehicle is not driven for long peri- 
ods of time. Deep draining results in a chemical 
reaction that destroys the inside of the battery. 
To reduce the risk of this, the battery must be 
charged monthly by  an authorized Audi dealer or 
authorized Audi Service Facility > page 241. Con- 
tact an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi 
Service Facility for more information. 
Winter operation 
Cold weather places an especially high load on 
the 12 Volt vehicle battery. Have the battery 
checked by an authorized Audi dealer or author- 
ized Audi Service Facility before cold weather be- 
gins. 
  
ZA WARNING 
All work on the battery or electrical system in 
your vehicle can result in injuries, chemical 
burns, accidents, or burns. Because of this, all 
work must be performed only by  an author- 
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa- 
cility. >