2019 AUDI E-TRON instrument cluster

High-voltage system

Charging



Fig. 89 Opening the charging unit cover (example: left side
of the vehicle)

Fig. 90 Charging unit: charging port and LED (example)
Connecting the charging cable
Requirement: the “P” gear must be selected, the
parking brake must be set, and drive ready mode
must have ended.
— If necessary, remove the charging cable from
the vehicle > page 113, Transport.
— Remove the cap from the charging cable if nec-
essary.
— First connect the charging cable to the power
supply, or remove it from the charging station.
— Unwind the charging cable completely.
— Unlock the vehicle.
— Press the center of the button @ to open the
charging unit cover on the driver's side or front
passenger's side.
— If you would like to use quick charging at public
direct current (DC) charging stations, open the
charging port cover (4).
— Plug the charging connector into the vehicle
charging port.
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Starting to charge automatically (immediate
charging)
If charging is not delayed with a timer, the charg-
ing process will begin immediately. If necessary,
the charging station may need to be activated.
Follow the manufacturer guidelines and operat-
ing instructions for the charging station.
You can also adjust the charging process to your
preferences > page 110, Setting the charging
target, > page 111, Setting the timer,
=> page 111, Advanced charging settings.
While charging
The charging display on the charging unit @) will
pulse green while charging. It will pulse & in
the instrument cluster. A label on the charging
unit @) informs you about the various displays
=> page 109.
Depending on the selected view > page 12, the
following information about the charging process
is displayed in the instrument cluster:
— GY: range
— IK: remaining charging time until the charging
process is complete
— ©: current battery charge level
— ©: date and time of when the charging process
was completed
—(&: charging speed (additional range per hour)
—4: charging power (depends on the selected
power source)
To access the charging process information at a
later time, select in the instrument cluster: Vehi-
cle functions tab > [=] button > Charging.
The charging connector is locked while charging
and cannot be removed.
Canceling or completing charging
You can interrupt the charging process at any
time.
— Unlock the vehicle.
— Press the center of the button @.
— Remove the charging connector. If the charging
connector is not removed within 30 seconds, it
will automatically relock and the charging proc-
ess may continue.

Driving information

Driving information
Speed warning system
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
The speed warning system helps the driver to
stay below a specified maximum speed. A warn-
ing threshold can be set in the MMI for this pur-
pose.
Once the speed slightly exceeds the stored
threshold, the speed warning system will alert
the driver with an indicator in the instrument
cluster and a warning tone. Once the speed drops
below the stored maximum speed, the indicator
will turn off.
Setting a threshold is recommended if you would
like to be reminded when you reach a certain
maximum speed. Situations where you may want
to do so include driving in a country with a gener-
al speed limit or if there is a specified maximum
speed for winter tires.
@ Tips
Regardless of the speed warning system, you
should always monitor your speed using the
speedometer and make sure you are following
the legal speed limit.
Setting the warning threshold
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > (<2) > Speed
warning.
@) Tips
Specific settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
Py E NY
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
A display appears in the instrument cluster if the
stored speed is exceeded
by Manually set XX speed limit warning
threshold exceeded
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Camera-based traffic
sign recognition
Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition

Fig. 101 Instrument cluster: traffic sign recognition (dia-
gram)
The traffic sign recognition shows the traffic
signs detected by the front camera in the instru-
ment cluster display and in the head-up display”.
Data from the navigation system is also included
in the display. Up to three traffic signs can be dis-
played in the instrument cluster at once. The
speed limit that is currently applicable is dis-
played in the status line. If necessary, it will be
hidden if the system detects that turning right is
prohibited at a red light. The display in the head-
up display* can be switched off > page 23.
Within the limits of the system and depending
on the market, speed limit restrictions @ in
school zones, highways, construction zones, or at
night may be displayed.
If the warning threshold > page 129 set in the
MMI is exceeded when the speed warning is acti-
vated, a visual warning will appear in the display
until the speed drops below the threshold.
Limitations
The traffic sign recognition is subject to certain
system limitations and may be unavailable or on-
ly partially available in the following situations:
— When visibility is poor, such as in snow, rain,
fog, or heavy spray
— When there is glare, for example from oncom-
ing traffic or the sun
— At high speeds

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Driving information

— If the camera's visual field > page 124 is cov-
ered, for example by dirt or stickers. Cleaning
information > page 263
— If the traffic signs are completely or partially
covered, for example by trees, snow, dirt, or
other vehicles
— If traffic signs do not conform to the standard
format
— If traffic signs are damaged or bent
— If traffic signs are displayed on sign holders
with electronic signs
— If the traffic signs or the roadways have
changed, and the navigation data is no longer
up-to-date

ZA\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and respect
the limits of the assist systems, sensors,
and cameras > page 123.
— Under some circumstances, traffic sign rec-
ognition may not detect traffic signs correct-
ly or detect them at all. As a result, the sys-
tem may not display the correct speed limit

or any speed limit.
@ Tips
— Traffic sign recognition does not adapt your
vehicle's speed to match the speed limit.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either mph
or km/h, depending on the country.
Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition

Accessing traffic sign recognition
> Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > Traffic signs.
Setting a traffic sign based speed warning
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > (<3) > Speed
warning.
You can select a warning threshold. If exceeded,
the currently detected speed limit will be dis-
played with an exclamation point and it will flash
briefly.
@ Tips
Specific settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition
Traffic sign recognition: currently unavaila-
ble. Camera view limited due to surroundings
The camera’s visual field is covered. Clean the
windshield.
Traffic sign recognition: currently limited.
See owner's manual
This message appears if navigation system data
is not available, for example on newly-construct-
ed roads. The speed limit display will be tempo-
rarily limited, which increases the risk of an incor-
rect display. If this message continues to appear,
drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility to have the mal-
function repaired.
No traffic sign information available
Depending on the area, there is no valid naviga-
tion data and no speed limits were detected. This
may also appear if there is a recommended
speed, but no speed limit (for example when
driving on and off the expressway).
Malfunction! See owner's manual
The system may not function correctly so it has
been switched off. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
Function currently unavailable. See owner's
manual
If this message appears on vehicles without cam-
era-based traffic sign recognition, then the traffic
light
information function is currently unavaila-
ble. Refer to > page 131.
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Driving information

Traffic light information
Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information
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Fig. 102 Instrument cluster: traffic light information dis-
play (diagram)
The traffic light information gives you a speed
recommendation in order to reach the next traffic
light when it is green @, or it informs you of the
wait time at the next red light @). Once traffic
light data is received, the traffic light information
will be displayed in the instrument cluster and in
the head-up display*.
General information
The traffic light information is subject to system
limitations and may be unavailable or only parti-
ally available in the following situations:
— If the permitted speed limit is exceeded
— If driving below a certain speed limit
— If the next traffic light is less than approxi-
mately 100 feet (30 m) away
— If the estimated wait time at a red light is less
than four seconds
—If there is no traffic light data available
— If there are warnings from the camera-based
traffic sign recognition*
— If the camera-based traffic sign recognition* is
malfunctioning or not available
— If the data connection has been interrupted
— If data transmission is deactivated in the priva-
cy settings
— If the subscription has expired
If this is the case, the menu item will be grayed-
out or it will not be possible to select it.
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ZA\ WARNING
— When traffic light information is shown, al-
so always pay attention to the traffic situa-
tion, the distance to other vehicles and the
area around the vehicle. The driver is always
responsible for assessing the traffic situa-
tion.
— Always adapt your speed to the current
weather, road and traffic conditions. The dis-
played information must never cause you to
ignore legal traffic regulations and pose a
safety risk.
— Regardless of the traffic light information,
you should always monitor your speed using
the speedometer and make sure you are ad-
hering to the legal speed limit.
— The traffic light information does not adjust
your vehicle's speed to the speed recom-
mendation shown in the display.
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 123.

@) Tips
— Traffic light information was only available
in select cities at the time this manual was
printed.
— Traffic light information is not available na-
tionwide.
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— Incorrect values from the camera-based
traffic sign recognition or outdated naviga-
tion system map data can result in missing
or incorrect display images.
— The traffic signs on the road always take pri-
ority over the display. The driver is always
responsible for adhering to the regulations
applicable in the country where the vehicle
is being operated.
— Units of measurement and language set-
tings are displayed based on how they were
set in the MMI system settings > page 231.

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Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information
Switching traffic light information on and
off
The system can be switched on and off in the
MMI & page 126.
Accessing traffic light information
> Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > Traffic signs.
G) Tips
If another tab or another function is selected
in the instrument cluster, the traffic light in-
formation will appear in the Audi virtual cock-
pit* status bar or in the analog instrument
cluster.
Werle
Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information
Malfunction! See owner's manual
The system could not be configured, for example
due to a network malfunction. Restart the sys-
tem.
Function currently unavailable. See owner's
manual
There is a temporary system malfunction. Check
if one or more of the following situations applies
and correct the issue if necessary:
— Traffic light information is switched off
— Data transmission is deactivated
— Vehicle does not have traffic sign recognition
— There is no valid license
— Traffic light information is not available in that
area
Night vision assist
Applies to: vehicles with night vision assist
Night vision assist helps you when it is dark by
using an infrared camera to monitor the area in
front of your vehicle, within the limits of the sys-
tem. It can display objects up to a distance of ap-
proximately 1000 feet (300 m).
Pedestrian and wild animals are detected by
measuring the temperature difference between
the object and the background. Pedestrians and
wild animals will not be detected if the tempera-
ture difference is too small. The pedestrian and
wild animal marking feature is deactivated at
temperatures above approximately 77 °F (25 °C)
and when it is light outside.
The thermal image detected by the camera is dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Warm areas
generally appear lighter and cold areas appear
darker.
The camera for the night vision assist @)
=> page 125, fig. 98 is located in the vehicle's ra-
diator grille. Make sure the night vision camera is
not covered by stickers, deposits, or any other ob-
structions because this can impair the night vi-
sion assist function. Follow the information
about cleaning > page 263.

ZA\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 123.
— Night vision assist can only detect pedes-
trians and wild animals located within the
range of the infrared camera.
— Night vision assist cannot detect pedes-
trians or wild animals and mark them if:
— They are not in an upright position, for ex-
ample if they are sitting or lying down
and/or
— The silhouette in the display appears in-
complete or interrupted, for example be-
cause the pedestrian is partially behind a
vehicle or an animal is partially covered by
tall grass.
— Never attempt to swerve around animals if
doing so would endanger you or other road
users.
(i) Tips
— Even though the system evaluates the
shape and heat given off by all detected

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Driving information

objects, there are limits to the system.
There may be false warnings.
— For technical reasons, the image pauses in
split second intervals.
Wiser mea ile Kel ai
Applies to: vehicles with night vision assist
The system can be switched on and off in the
MMI > page 126.
> The AUTO light function must be selected for
the night vision assist to automatically activate
when it is dark.
> Switch on the low beams manually to activate
night
vision assist immediately. To do so,
press @) on the light switch module and select
Ww
When activated, the {1 tab appears in the instru-
ment cluster.
> Select in the instrument cluster: tab %
@ Tips
When the night vision assist tab is selected in
the instrument cluster and the low beams are
switched off, the thermal image display dis-
appears only after you have exited the tab.
Marking and warning
Applies to: vehicles with night vision assist

Fig. 103 Instrument cluster: pedestrian marking and
warning (diagram)
Highlighting detected pedestrians and wild
animals
Within the limits of the system, the night vision
assist can detect pedestrians and wild animals
that are between approximately 32 feet (10 m)
and 295 feet (90 m) in front of the vehicle and
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within the detection zone. Animal recognition is
not active within highly developed areas. The sys-
tem only detects large wild animals such as deer.
When it is dark outside and the low beams are
switched on, detected objects are marked in yel-
low @), within the limits of the system.
Pedestrian and wild animal warning
This system limits are based on the vehicle speed
and steering angle. Pedestrian and wild animal
warning encourages you to pay more attention.
If there are pedestrians or wild animals in front
of your vehicle that could pose a danger, the sys-
tem will direct your attention to this.
— Pedestrians or wild animals are highlighted in
red in the instrument cluster (2) and the J or
BAN symbol turns on @.
— When the head-up display* is switched on, the
additional indicator [AM or EM appears.
—Achime will sound if something is detected.
— If the night vision assist thermal image is re-
placed by another display (such as the on-board
computer), the red A or wA indicator light will
appear if there is a pedestrian or wild animal
warning.
The Ski symbol will appear when pedestrian and
wild animal detection is not available.
Marking light*
To direct the driver's attention to a pedestrian,
the headlights can flash on the pedestrian when
there is a pedestrian warning.
This occurs at speeds above approximately
35 mph (60 km/h) if you are outside of illuminat-
ed areas and no detected vehicles are shown. The
marking light is not used for wild animals. The
high beam assistant* controls the marking
light*> page 45.
Adjusting the contrast
Applies to: vehicles with night vision assist
Requirement: the night vision assist must be
switched on and the $1 tab must be displayed. >

Driver assistance

Driver assistance
Cruise control system
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
The cruise control system assists the driver in
maintaining a constant speed above approxi-
mately 15 mph (20 km/h). The system maintains
the desired speed by braking and accelerating.

ZA WARNING
— Always pay attention to the traffic around
your vehicle when the cruise control system
is in operation. As the driver, you are always
responsible for controlling your vehicle
speed and the distance between your vehicle
and
other vehicles.
— For safety reasons, cruise control should not
be used in the city, in stop-and-go traffic, on
winding roads, and when road conditions are
poor (such as ice, fog, gravel, heavy rain,
and conditions that could lead to hydroplan-
ing), because this increases the risk of an ac-
cident.
— Switch the cruise control off temporarily
when driving in turning lanes, highway exits,
or in construction zones.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, you should
only resume the stored speed if it is suitable
for the current traffic conditions.


C) Note
Before driving downhill a long distance ona
steep hill, decrease your speed and use the
braking effect of recuperation > page 90. This
reduces the load on the brakes.
@) Tips
The brake lights turn on when the brakes are
applied automatically.
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Switching the system on
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

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Fig. 104 Lever: switching on the cruise control system
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
> To switch the system on, pull the lever toward
you to position @.
The Ga or 8) indicator light and the corre-
sponding message will appear in the instrument
cluster.

A WARNING
If the brakes are malfunctioning (for example,
overheating) while the cruise control system
is switched on, it may shut off automatically.
Preselecting or activating a cruise control
speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

When the vehicle is stationary, you can preselect
the cruise control speed or activate the speed
while driving.
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To preselect a cruise control speed when the ve-
hicle is stationary, tap the lever toward @)/C)
=> page 134, fig. 104.
> To activate the cruise control speed, pull the
lever
toward position @ while driving, or
> To set the current driving speed as the cruise
control speed, press the button @) on the lever.
The active cruise control speed is indicated with
the Gs or kl indicator light in the instrument
cluster.
An additional indicator appears in the head-up
display*.

Driver assistance

Situation symbols
Depending on vehicle equipment, the following
symbols may be shown. The symbols indicate the
situation to which the efficiency assist is respond-
ing.
Some symbols only appear if Predictive messag-
es are switched on, and some symbols only ap-
pear if Predictive control is switched on and
adaptive cruise assist* is active.

Description
Slow down
(predictive messages only)
Speed limit
(example)
Speed limit
Speed limit
Curve or Exit ahead
Intersection ahead
Traffic circle ahead
Steep grade
(predictive messages only)
Vehicle driving ahead
(predictive messages only)
(predictive control only) If the indica-
tor light turns on in green and red, it
is indicating that there is a difference
between the speed limit and the set
speed.


ZA\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 123.
—Incertain situations, the recuperation may
brake proactively. However, the recuperation
braking effect is limited. Always be ready to
brake to reduce the risk of an accident.

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G) Tips
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— The system only detects traffic signs that
specify a speed limit.
— Except for the road network, which is re-
corded in the navigation system’s map infor-
mation, certain functions may not be availa-
ble.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either
km/h or mph, depending on the country.
— Specific settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
Predictive messages
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
Requirements
— The cruise control system* or the adaptive
cruise assist* controls must not be active.
— The vehicle speed must be at least 20 mph
(30 km/h).
— The remaining distance until the situation is
reached must be large enough to allow the sys-
tem to react to the situation.
Display
The symbol SS appears in the instrument cluster
display if efficiency assist recommends removing
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Additional symbols that indicate the situation to
which the efficiency assist is reacting are shown
in the Driver assistance display > page 136, Sit-
uation symbols.
Settings
You can switch functions off or adjust them indi-
vidually. The settings depend on the vehicle
equipment.
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Charging & Efficiency > Efficiency assist
> Predictive messages.