2019 AUDI E-TRON service indicator

Driving

Setting and releasing the parking brake
>» Setting: pull the © switch.
> 1f 2 / © appears, the parking brake is hold-
ing the vehicle. You can remove your foot from
the brake pedal.
> Releasing: when the ignition is switched on,
press and hold the brake pedal and press the ©)
button.
If the red indicator light flashes, the braking
force has not built up enough or it has decreased.
You can also secure the vehicle by selecting the
“P” gear or pressing the brake pedal.
Automatically releasing the parking brake
when starting to drive
Requirement: the driver's door must be closed
and the driver’s safety belt must be fastened.
> Press the accelerator pedal to start to drive.

ZA WARNING
—To reduce the risk of an accident, always
make sure the vehicle is situated safely
while stationary.
— If the parking brake is set, it can release au-
tomatically when the accelerator pedal is
pressed. To reduce the risk of an accident,
do not inadvertently press the accelerator
pedal and always shift into “P” when the ve-
hicle is stopped.
— If the power supply fails, you cannot set the
parking brake once it is released, or release
it if it is set. In this case, park the vehicle on
level ground and secure it by engaging the
"P” gear. Contact an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.

@) Tips
— On steep inclines, especially when in trailer
mode, the vehicle may roll backwards unin-
tentionally when starting to drive. To re-
duces the risk of this happening, pull and
hold the ©) switch while pressing the accel-
erator pedal. If enough drive power has
built up at the wheels and the vehicle does
not roll backwards, then release the switch
to start to drive.
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— If you leave the vehicle when “D” or “R” are
engaged, the parking brake will be set auto-
matically.
— Noises when the parking brake is set and re-
leased are normal and are not a cause for
concern.
— The parking brake goes through a self-test
cycle at regular intervals when the vehicle is
stopped. Any noises associated with this are
normal.
Applies to: vehicles with hold assist
If the vehicle is stopping frequently, the system
can assist the driver in a comfortable transition
when starting to drive from a stop, for example,
at a red light, ona hill, or in stop-and-go traffic.
Switching the hold assist on and off
You can switch the hold assist on and off in the
MMI.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Settings & Service > Hold assist.
Starting to drive with hold assist
Requirement: the driver's door must be closed,
the drive system must be active, and “D” gear
must be selected.
> Press and hold the brake pedal for several sec-
onds while the vehicle is stationary.
> roe appears, the hold assist is holding the ve-
hicle. You can remove your foot from the brake
pedal.
> Press the accelerator pedal to start to drive.
In certain situations, the hold assist may transfer
the function of holding the vehicle to the parking
brake.
When in “R” gear, the hold assist is switched off
to help improve maneuverability. Press the brake
pedal to secure the vehicle.

ZA WARNING
— The hold assist cannot hold the vehicle on
inclines in every scenario (for example, on

slippery or icy ground). Be ready to apply the |>

Driving dynamic

Messages
B Air suspension: service mode! Vehicle can be
moved but handling may be impaired
Service mode is activated. Carefully drive to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have the service mode de-
activated.
B Air suspension: malfunction! You may con-
tinue driving slowly at max. XX mph (km/h)
There is a malfunction. Driving stability may be
limited. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately. Do not
drive
faster than the speed given in the message.
B Air suspension: malfunction! You can contin-
ue driving. Speed limited to max. XX mi/h
(km/h)
There is a malfunction. Driving stability may be
limited. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately. The
maximum speed has been limited.
EJ Air suspension: malfunction! Safely stop ve-
hicle. Steering and ground clearance limited
There is a malfunction. Do not continue driving.
Stop the vehicle safely. Avoid turning the steer-
ing wheel, because the vehicle ground clearance
may be so low that turning the steering wheel
could result in damage to the wheels and wheel
housings.
fi Suspension: malfunction! You can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.
B Air suspension: vehicle too low. Limited
ground clearance
The vehicle ground clearance is very low. Wait un-
til the air suspension system has restored normal
ground clearance. Have an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility repair the mal-
function immediately if the indicator light does
not turn off after a significant period of time.
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B Air suspension: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction. The driving stability may
be limited and the ground clearance may be low.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
Audi drive select: automatic suspension low-
ering. See owner's manual
The vehicle level is adjusted to the setting stored
for the active personal profile > page 27.
Audi drive select: automatic suspension lift.
See owner's manual
The vehicle level is adjusted to the setting stored
for the active personal profile > page 27.
Steering
Electromechanical steering supports the driver's
steering movements by electronically adapting
the power steering depending on the vehicle
speed. The settings depend on the selected Audi
drive select* mode.
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a Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
The power steering may have failed. Adapt your
driving style immediately to compensate for the
fact that it may be more difficult to turn the
steering wheel, and stop your vehicle in a safe lo-
cation as soon as possible. Do not continue driv-
ing. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
| —e| Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. You cannot turn the ignition on. Do not tow
your vehicle because it cannot be steered. See an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for assistance.
a Steering: malfunction! You can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. Steering may be more dif-
ficult or more sensitive. Adapt your driving style. >

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Have the steering system checked immediately
by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Please note that the red indicator
light may turn on after restarting the drive sys-
tem. Do not continue driving if it does.
|e —o| Steering lock: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have
the malfunction repaired.

Z\ WARNING
Do not tow your vehicle if there is a malfunc-
tion in the electronic steering lock because
this increases the risk of an accident.
G) Tips
If the & or a indicator light only stays on
for a short time, you may continue driving.

ALL wheel drive (quattro)
Applies to: vehicles with all wheel drive
The all-wheel drive system distributes the driving
power variably to the front and rear axle to im-
prove the driving characteristics. It works togeth-
er with selective wheel torque control, which can
activate when driving through curves
=> page 102.
The all-wheel drive system 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 > A\.

Z\ WARNING
— Even in vehicles with all wheel drive, you
should adapt your driving style to the cur-
rent road and traffic conditions to reduce
the risk of an accident.
— 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 drive too fast because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.
— Note that on wet streets, the front wheels
can “hydroplane’” if driving at speeds that
are too high. Unlike front wheel drive vehi-
cles, the engine RPM does not increase sud-
denly when the vehicle begins hydroplaning.
Adapt your speed to the road conditions to
reduce the risk of an accident.
BB att-wheel drive: malfunction! Limited stabil-
ity. Please contact Service

Driving stability is reduced. Continue driving with
caution. Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately.
Electronic Stabilization
Control
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical sit-
uations, such as if the vehicle is oversteering or
understeering, or if the wheels are spinning. The
brakes are applied or the engine torque is re-
duced in order to stabilize the vehicle.
If the [i indicator light blinks while driving, the
ESC is actively regulating.
If the BA indicator light turns on, the system has
switched the ESC off. In this case, you can switch
the ignition off and then on to switch the ESC on
again. The indicator light turns off when the sys-
tem is fully functional.
If the B indicator light turns on, ESC was limit-
ed or switched off manually > page 102.
The following systems are integrated in the ESC:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
ABS prevents the wheels from locking when brak-
ing. The vehicle can still be steered even during
hard braking. Apply steady pressure to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the pedal.
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some situations to limit the ESC so that the
wheels can spin:
— Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
— Driving in deep snow, on unpaved ground, or
with snow chains
— Offroad mode: driving downhill while braking
on loose ground
— Offroad mode: driving with axle articulation
Limiting ESC (Sport/Offroad mode)
—To limit the ESD, press the £20 button briefly.
The B indicator light turns on.
— To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
light turns off.
Either Sport or Offroad mode will be activated
depending on the selected Audi drive select
mode*. Sport mode is particularly suited for driv-
ing on an even road surface. Offroad mode is suit-
able for uneven terrain with loose ground.
Switching off ESC
— To switch off the ESC, press and hold the Sor
button for more than three seconds. The B
and Ea indicator lights turn on.
— To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
lights turn off.

Z\ WARNING
— When the ESC is switched off or limited,
there will be no vehicle stabilization or it will
be limited. The driving wheels could spin
and the vehicle could swerve, especially on
slick or slippery road surfaces, which in-
creases the risk of an accident.
— Because of the increased risk of an accident,
only drive with the ESC switched off or limit-
ed when it is necessary. Reactivate the ESC
as soon as possible.

@ Tips
If malfunctions occur in other systems or cer-
tain driver assist systems are active, the ESC
must be switched on by the system. In these
cases, the ESC is automatically switched on
and cannot be limited or switched off with the
button.
BB fs / B © Stabilization control (ESC/
ABS): malfunction! See owner's manual
There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This al-
so causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still
function with their normal power, but ABS is not
active.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
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High-voltage system

> Open the cover in the motor compartment on
the side of the applicable charging port.
> Loosen the yellow loop (2) from the retainer
and then pull on the loop carefully >@).
> Remove the charging connector.
> Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
the malfunction corrected.
If the charging connector still cannot be removed
after using the emergency release, see an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty for assistance.
After releasing manually, secure the loop(s) on
the retainer and close the cover in the motor
compartment.
() Note
Only pull on the loop until you feel resistance.
You
will not hear it release. If you continue to
pull, you could damage the emergency re-
lease mechanism.
Messages
If the or =] indicator light turns on, then the
range is low or very low. Charge the high-voltage
battery.
Esq Warning! Please check the charging unit
cover. See owner's manual
This message appears if the charging unit cover is
opened while driving. Stop the vehicle as soon as.
possible and try to close the cover using the but-
ton @ © page 108, fig. 89 or by hand. If the cov-
er cannot close and/or the message continues to
appear, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility immediately and
have the malfunction corrected > A\ in Charging
on page 109; >@ in Charging on page 109.
B AC charging system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
B DC charging system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the charging system. Drive to an authorized Audi
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dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immedi-
ately.
Incompatible charging system. Please check
charging system
This message appears when the charging system
is incompatible. Only charge using the Audi
charging system that is designed for your vehicle.
EB charging system: malfunction
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the vehicle charging infrastructure or the charg-
ing station. Use a different charging station. If
this message does not turn off, contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility.
Charging equipment
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Audi e-
tron compact charging system may be available.
Using the charging equipment
Pay attention to the following information for
safe handling of the charging equipment:
— Secure the charging equipment against any
strain, such as being run over, falling, pulling,
bending, and crushing.
— Do not submerge the charging equipment in
water and do not cover it with snow or ice.
— Only pull at the plugs when removing the
charging cable from the vehicle and from the
power supply.
— Put the cap on after using the charging cable.
— Only operate the Audi charging system ina
power supply system with a frequency of
50 Hz/60 Hz.
— Only operate or store the Audi charging system
at a humidity level between 5% and 95% (no
condensation).
— The Audi charging system is protected against
dust and splashing water (IP55 (USA: Enclosure
3).
Depending on the country, different warnings
may be on the charging equipment.

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Control unit: status and malfunction indicators




Indicator lights Meaning Solution
() Lights up green |The charger is ready to charge, | Starting the charging process
o OQ Off but is not charging. => page 108.
O & Off
o 0 Off
=) Off
CJ Flashing green _| The vehicle is being charged
o Q Off with the ground conductor
oO B of monitor activated.
o 0 Off
a) Off
() Flashing green _| The power cable has overheat- | After the cable cools down, the malfunc-
© © Lights up yellow | ed. Possible cause of the mal- | tion will be automatically cleared. Until it
Oo & off function: a multi-phase socket | cools down, charging performance will be
Oo 0 Off is being used in single-phase | reduced. If the malfunction continues,
mode. The charging perform- | have the power supply/household con-
“4 Off ance will be reduced. nection checked by a qualified electrician.
() Flashing green | The control unit has overheat- | After the control unit cools down, the
o O Off ed. The charging performance | malfunction will be automatically
oO B of will be reduced. cleared. Until it cools down, charging per-
© 0 Lights up yellow formance will be reduced. If the malfunc-
tion continues, have the control unit
“a Off checked by an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility.
() Lights up red The power cable has overheat- | After the cable cools down, the malfunc-
© © Lights up yellow |ed. The charging process has __| tion will be automatically cleared and the
oO B of been interrupted. charging process will resume. If the mal-
function continues, have the control unit
o 0 off checked by an authorized Audi dealer or
“a Off authorized Audi Service Facility, or have
the power supply/household connection
checked by a qualified electrician.
C2 Lights up red The control unit has overheat- | After the control unit cools down, the
Oo O Off ed. The charging process has__| malfunction will be automatically cleared
oO B off been interrupted. and the charging process will resume. If
iG Ligteewp yelbaw the malfunction continues, have the con-
trol unit checked by an authorized Audi
1 Off

dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.

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Indicator lights Meaning Solution





ia Lights up red The charging infrastructure of | After the power supply/household con-
© © Flashing yellow |the power supply/household | nection stabilizes, the malfunction will be
Oo B of connection is restricted. Possi- | automatically cleared and the charging
o 8 of ble cause of the malfunction: | process will resume. If the malfunction
low voltage or poor power fre- | continues, have the power supply/house-
“4 Off quency. The charging process | hold connection checked by a qualified
has been interrupted. electrician.
4 Lights up red There is a malfunction inthe | After the vehicle charging system stabiliz-
o O Off vehicle charging system. The | es, the malfunction will be automatically
© B® Flashing yellow charging process has been in- | cleared and the charging process will re-
oO 6 Off terrupted. sume. If the malfunction continues, have
the vehicle checked by an authorized Audi
“A Off dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
C2 Lights up red The power cable or vehicle ca- | Have the power or vehicle cable replaced
o OQ Off ble is faulty. Possible cause of | by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
oO B otf the malfunction: the coding _| ized Audi Service Facility.
© 0 Flashing yellow resistance of the power or ve-
hicle cable is not compatible.
a) Off The charging process has been
interrupted.
€) Lights up red There is a malfunction in the | End the charging process at the vehicle
o OQ Off vehicle charging system. The | and remove the vehicle cable from the ve-
© B Lights up red charging process has been in- | hicle charging port. Disconnect the charg-
Oo 0 Off terrupted. er from the power supply and reconnect it
after 60 seconds. Restart the charging
“a Off process > page 108. If the malfunction
continues, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
() Lights up red There is an overvoltage inthe | Disconnect the charger from the power
©
© Flashing red charging infrastructure of the | supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
Oo B of power supply/household con- | If the malfunction continues, have the
Oo 0 Off nection. The charging process | power supply/household connection
has been interrupted. checked by a qualified electrician.
=| Off
Ca Lights up red The control unit has atechni- | Disconnect the charger from the power
Oo QO Off cal malfunction. The charging | supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
0 & of process has been interrupted. | If the malfunction continues, have the
* 0 vightsupred control unit checked by an authorized Au-
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Indicator lights Meaning Solution



() Lights up red The control unit has atechni- | Disconnect the charger from the power
o Q Off cal malfunction (self-test supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
oO B of failed). The charging process _ | If the malfunction continues, have the
© 0) Flashing red has been interrupted. control unit checked by an authorized Au-
di dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
a Off ty.
C) Lights up red The charging infrastructure of | Have the control unit checked by an au-
@ © Lights up red the power supply/household | thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
© ®& Lights up red connection is insufficient: the | Service Facility, and have the power sup-
ground conductor is interrupt- | ply/household connection checked by a
Oo 0 Off ed or not present. The ground | qualified electrician.
“al Off conductor monitor has inter-
rupted the charging process.
() Lights up red The indicator light in the reset | Have the control unit replaced by an au-
@ © Lights up red button on the control unit is | thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
© B Lights up red faulty. The charging process _| Service Facility.
. has been interrupted.
e@ J Lights up red
1 Off
() Lights up red The control unit has detected | Press and hold the *— button for at least
© © Lights up red residual current. The charging |two seconds. If the malfunction contin-
© & Lights up red process has been interrupted. | ues, have the control unit checked by an
© 0 Lights up red authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility, and have the power sup-
“a Flashing red ply/household connection checked by a
qualified electrician.
c) Lights up red The charging infrastructure is | Disconnect the charger from the power
©
Q Flashing red wired incorrectly. The charging | supply. Have the power supply/household
© & Flashing red process has been interrupted. | connection checked by a qualified electri-
© ( Flashing red Sil
“a Off
() Lights up red The control unit has atechni- | Disconnect the charger from the power
@ © Lights up red cal malfunction. Possible supply and reconnect it after 60 seconds.
© B Lights up red cause of the malfunction: If the malfunction continues, have the
MD Lightsup red software error or the load re-__| control unit checked by an authorized Au-
lay has been switched incor- | di dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
| Lights up red rectly. The charging process __| ty, and have the power supply/household
has been interrupted. connection checked by a qualified electri-
cian.
() Flashing red The control unit has a serious | Have the control unit replaced by an au-
Oo QO Off malfunction. The charging thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
oO B of process has been interrupted. | Service Facility.
e (Lights up red
+ Off

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