
Voice operation 
  
Voice operation 
General information 
You can operate many functions in the vehicle 
easily using voice commands. 
Using the voice operation system effectively 
> Speak clearly and distinctly at a normal volume. 
Speak louder when driving faster. 
> Emphasize the words in the commands evenly 
and do not leave long pauses. 
> Close the doors, the windows, and the sunroof* 
to reduce background noise. Make sure that 
passengers are not speaking when you are giv- 
ing a voice command. 
> Do not direct the vents toward the hands-free 
microphone, which is in the roof headliner near 
the front interior lights. 
> Only the driver should speak to the system, be- 
cause the handsfree microphone is aimed to- 
ward this seating position. 
  
ZA\ WARNING 
— Direct your full attention to driving. As the 
driver, you have complete responsibility for 
safety in traffic. Only use  the functions in 
such a way that you always maintain com- 
plete control over your vehicle in all traffic 
situations. 
— Do not use voice operation in emergencies 
because your voice may change in stressful 
situations. The system may take longer to 
dial the number or may not be able to dial it 
at all. Dial the emergency number manually. 
      
@ Tips 
There are no voice guidance* prompts when a 
dialog is active. 
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Voice recognition system 
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system 
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Fig. 18 Center display: Voice recognition system diagram 
Switching the voice recognition system on or 
off 
Requirement: The ignition and the MMI must be 
switched on. A system language supported by 
the voice recognition system must be set. There 
must be no phone calls in progress and the park- 
ing  aid must not be active. 
> To switch the voice recognition system on, 
briefly press the «€ button on the multifunction 
steering wheel, or depending on the context, 
press w£ in the center display. 
> To switch the voice recognition system off, 
press and hold the « button on the multifunc- 
tion steering wheel, or say or press Cancel (a). 
Using the voice recognition system 
In the voice recognition system menu, possible 
commands or help settings are displayed for the 
current dialog @). 
> Say the desired command after  the signal tone. 
> To receive additional help for the current dia- 
log, say or press Help (2). 
> To pause voice recognition, say or press Pause 
@. To reactivate voice recognition, press (@) 
again or briefly press the «€ button on the mul- 
tifunction steering wheel. 
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
SETTINGS > General > Speech dialog system > 
Allow commands during voice output. If the 
function is switched on, you can simply say a 
new command during a prompt. 
Activating the online recognizer 
Applies to: vehicles with online recognizer 
You can activate the online recognizer for addi- 
tional functions and to improve the results of >  

Sitting correctly and safely 
  
jjusting the seats 
  
Fig. 53 Adjusting the backrests 
Adjusting the seat position 
> To adjust the seat forward or back, pull the 
handle > fig. 52 and slide the seat. 
> Release the handle and continue sliding the 
seat until it locks into place. 
Adjusting the backrests 
> Support the backrest with one hand and pull 
the strap @ at the same time. 
> Move the backrest forward or back to the de- 
sired position. 
> Release the strap and continue moving the 
backrest until it locks into place. 
Steering wheel 
General information 
Make sure that: 
— The distance between your upper body and the 
steering wheel is at least  10 in (25 cm) 
— Your arms are bent slightly at the elbows 
— You have a sufficient view of the area around 
the vehicle and you have a clear view of the in- 
strument cluster 
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— You are always holding the steering wheel with 
both hands on the outer edge at the sides (9:00 
and 
3:00 position) when driving 
  
Z\ WARNING 
— If you are too close to the steering wheel, 
the driver's airbag cannot provide optimal 
protection, which increases the risk of injury 
or fatality. 
— Never hold the steering wheel in the 12:00 
position or in any other way, such as holding 
the center of the steering wheel. Otherwise, 
your arms, hands, and head could be injured 
in the event that the driver's airbag deploys. 
Adjusting the steering wheel position 
manually 
Applies to: vehicles with manual steering wheel adjustment 
      
The steering wheel position is adjustable up and 
down and forward and back. 
  
  
  
Fig. 54 Steering column: lever for adjusting the steering 
wheel position 
> Press the lever in the direction of the arrow. 
> Bring the steering wheel into the desired posi- 
tion. 
> Push the  lever all the way up  until it engages. 
Z\ WARNING 
—To reduce the risk of an accident, only adjust 
the steering wheel before you start driving. 
— Push the lever upward firmly so that the 
steering wheel position does not change un- 
intentionally while driving, which would in- 
crease the risk  of an accident. 
  
       

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Sitting correctly and safely 
  
— The electrical capacity is the same as  or greater 
than the electrical capacity of a typical adult 
The passenger's airbag is deactivated if: 
— The electrical capacity is lower than the thresh- 
old stored in the control module 
— The electrical capacity is the same as  or less 
than the electrical capacity of a typical one- 
year-old child in a child safety seat that has 
been used for certification in accordance with 
FMVSS 208 
If the front passenger's airbag is activated, the 
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ indicator light 
will turn on. If the front passenger's airbag is de- 
activated, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #; 
indicator light will turn on. 
The deployment force of the front airbags adapts 
based on whether or not  the safety belt is used 
and the distance between the seat and the steer- 
ing wheel/instrument panel. For example, if a 
person is too close to the front airbag, the front 
airbag will deploy with less force to help reduce 
the risk of injury. 
Meaning of PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 3; ON 
® indicator light 
When the ignition is switched on, the system de- 
tects whether the front passenger's seat is occu- 
pied. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #; ON @ 
will turn on for several seconds during this proc- 
ess. Then it will indicate whether the front pas- 
senger's airbag is activated or deactivated. 
— PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #%%;: the front 
passenger's airbag is deactivated and will not 
deploy in the event of an accident. 
— PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ®:: the front pas- 
senger's airbag is activated and could deploy in 
the event of an accident. 
If a change to the occupancy status of the front 
passenger's seat is detected 
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #, ON @ will 
flash for several seconds and will then display the 
status of the front passenger's airbag. 
Always make sure the indicator light corresponds 
to the occupancy of the front passenger's seat. 
— Adults or individuals with a similar stature sit- 
ting in the front passenger seat: The front pas- 
senger's airbag must be activated. 
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® must remain 
on. 
— Individuals with a smaller stature (for exam- 
ple, adolescents or smaller adults) sitting in 
the front passenger seat: The front passeng- 
er's airbag must be activated. 
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® must remain 
on. Move the front passenger's seat as far back 
as possible. 
— Child in a child safety seat secured on the 
front passenger seat: The front passenger's air- 
bag must be deactivated. 
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #; must remain 
on. 
— Front passenger seat is not occupied: The front 
passenger's airbag must be deactivated. 
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #, must remain 
on. 
  
ZA WARNING 
— An adult or a person with a small stature 
(such as a young person or small adult) seat- 
ed on the front passenger's seat will not be 
protected by the passenger's airbag in the 
event of a collision if the passenger's airbag 
is deactivated. This increases the risk of in- 
jury and death. Always make sure that 
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ remains on 
while driving. If 
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ does not 
turn on, make sure the front passenger is 
sitting correctly in the seat > page 53 and 
that there are  no objects covering the front 
passenger's seat  (such as blankets or pil- 
lows). If PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® 
still does not turn on, the front passenger's 
seat must not be used. Drive to an author- 
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service 
Facility and have the airbag system inspect- 
ed. 
—Achild ina child safety seat on the front 
passenger's seat - especially in a rear-facing 
child safety seat - can receive a severe im- 
pact if the front passenger's airbag deploys, 
which increases the risk of serious or fatal 
      
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Driving dynamic 
  
the driving situation. The settings depend on the 
selected Audi drive select* mode. 
Ground clearance 
The vehicle height and clearance can be influ- 
enced by the following factors: 
— Change in temperature 
— Change in load 
  
AN WARNING 
To reduce the risk  of injury, make sure no one 
gets pinched when the vehicle level is chang- 
ing, for example when cleaning the under- 
body or the wheel housings. 
() Note 
Always make sure there is enough clearance 
above and below the vehicle. This is especially 
important for entrances with height restric- 
tions, for example, before driving into under- 
ground garages. You could also scrape the 
ground when driving  over the edges of curbs 
or on steep ramps, which could damage your 
vehicle. 
Werle 
Hi Suspension: malfunction! You can continue 
driving 
      
There is a malfunction. See an authorized Audi 
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as- 
sistance. 
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. 
Progressive steering 
Applies to: vehicles with progressive steering 
The driving dynamic and driving stability are in- 
creased by the steering ratio based on the steer- 
ing wheel angle. The steering is very direct when 
the steering wheel angle is sharp, and indirect 
when the angle is low. This enables comfortable 
maneuvering and a precise steering response at 
higher driving speeds. 
Messages 
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—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. 
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 engine. Do 
not continue driving if  it does. 
|a—e] 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. 
  
ZA 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. > 
      
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Assist systems 
  
@) Tips 
— The coverage areas of the sensors > fig. 86 
are diagrams and do not represent a true- 
to-scale image of the sensor ranges. The ra- 
dar sensors are designed to detect the left 
and right adjacent lanes when the road 
lanes 
are the normal width. 
— Make sure all the sensors are clean and free 
of snow and ice, and that the visual fields 
are not covered by stickers, deposits, or any 
other obstructions, because this may impair 
the function of the systems. Follow the in- 
formation about cleaning > page 236. 
— Do not use a license plate bracket different 
from the one installed by the factory in the 
front of the vehicle, because it may impair 
the function of dependent systems. 
— The sensors can shift from an accident, 
manual force, impacts, or from damage to 
the radiator grill, bumper, wheel housing, 
or underbody. Do not continue using the as- 
sistance systems if the sensors have shifted, 
because this is unsafe. Have an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa- 
cility check their function. 
— The function of the sensors may be limited 
when light and visibility conditions are poor, 
for example when driving into a tunnel, 
when there is glare, or when there are re- 
flective objects. 
— External ultrasonic sensors, such as those in 
other vehicles, can interfere with the sen- 
sors. 
—The side area ©)* is detected and evaluated 
when passing. There may have been 
changes to the surrounding area after 
switching the ignition off and on again, af- 
ter opening the doors, or if the vehicle is left 
stationary for a period of time. In this case, 
the area will appear black until the area has 
been detected and evaluated. 
— For an explanation on conformity with the 
FCC regulations in the United States and the 
Industry Canada regulations, see 
=> page 261. 
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Camera overview 
  
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RAZ-0381       [ 
  
    
Fig. 89 Diagram: Rearview camera coverage area 
The assist systems analyze the data from various 
cameras installed in the vehicle. Depending on 
the vehicle equipment, the following cameras to 
detect the surrounding area may be installed: 
@ Camera behind the windshield 
@ Peripheral cameras on both exterior mirrors 
@ Rearview camera in the luggage compart- 
ment lid 
@ Front peripheral camera in the radiator grille 
The rearview camera can only detect the area 
marked in red > fig. 89. Only this area is dis- 
played on the center display. > A\. 
  
ZA WARNING 
There are areas that the cameras cannot de- 
tect. Objects, animals, and people may only 
be detected with limitations may not be de- 
tected at all. Always monitor the traffic and 
the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not 
become distracted. > 
       

Driver assistance 
  
In stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle may brake to a 
full stop and then may also start driving again 
automatically under certain conditions. 
  
    
Follow the safety precautions and note the 
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and 
cameras > page 104. 
  
  
For an explanation on conformity with the 
FCC regulations in the United States and the 
Industry Canada regulations, see > page 261. 
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive cruise assist 
  
B8V-0630 
  
Fig. 92 Example: vehicle changing lanes and stationary ve- 
hicle 
  
  
    
— When driving into a curve > fig. 93 and out of a 
curve, the adaptive cruise assist may react to a 
vehicle in the adjacent lane and apply the 
brakes. You can override the system by pressing 
the accelerator pedal briefly. 
— The adaptive cruise assist works with radar. Ve- 
hicles can only be detected once they are within 
the area and range covered by the radar 
=>page 105. 
— When driving around tight curves, a vehicle 
driving ahead that was previously detected may 
no longer be detected, and the adaptive cruise 
assist may accelerate unexpectedly. 
— The adaptive cruise assist does not react toa 
stationary vehicle in the same lane if the sys- 
tem expects that you can easily drive around 
the stationary vehicle by turning the steering 
wheel. 
— The adaptive cruise assist may not react to sta- 
tionary obstacles, such as the end of a traffic 
jam, especially at high speeds. 
— The adaptive cruise assist has a limited ability 
to detect vehicles that are a short distance 
ahead, off to the side of your vehicle, or moving 
into your lane. 
— Objects that are difficult to detect, such as mo- 
torcycles, vehicles with high ground clearance, 
or vehicles with an overhanging load, may be 
detected late or not detected at all. 
— The adaptive cruise assist does not respond to 
people, animals, or objects that are crossing or 
approaching from the opposite direction. 
  
Follow the safety precautions and note the 
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and 
cameras > page 104. 
  
Fig. 93 Example: driving into a curve 
In some situations, the adaptive cruise assist 
function is limited and  you must assume control 
of the vehicle when necessary, for example by ap- 
plying the brakes. 
— If a vehicle that was already detected @ turns 
or changes lanes, the adaptive cruise assist will 
react to the vehicle ahead of it @. 
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Driver assistance 
  
  
responsible for controlling the vehicle. The 
driver is especially responsible for braking, 
starting to drive, controlling the speed, and 
maintaining the distance to other vehicles. 
— Turn on the adaptive cruise  assist only if the 
surrounding conditions permit it. Always 
adapt your driving style to the current visu- 
al, weather, road, and traffic conditions. 
— Switch the adaptive cruise assist off tempo- 
rarily when driving in turning lanes or high- 
way exits. This prevents the vehicle from ac- 
celerating to the stored speed when in these 
situations. 
     
  
ZA WARNING 
If you press the SETI2) button when driving 
at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h), then 20 
mph (30 km/h) will be set because that is the 
minimum speed that can be set. If no vehicle 
is detected ahead of you, the vehicle will ac- 
celerate up to that speed. 
  
    
@ Tips 
— Always keep  your hands on the steering 
wheel. The driver is always responsible for 
adhering to the regulations applicable in 
the country where the vehicle is being oper- 
ated. 
— If you switch the ignition or the adaptive 
cruise assist off, the stored speed is erased 
for safety reasons. 
— When the adaptive cruise assist is switched 
on, the ESC and the ASR are switched on  au- 
tomatically. 
— The system cannot be switched off if the 
road exceeds the maximum possible grade 
for safe operation. 
— If you signal to pass and the adaptive cruise 
assist suggests a passing maneuver, the 
adaptive cruise assist will accelerate just be- 
fore changing lanes to shorten the distance 
to the vehicle driving ahead. 
Setting the distance 
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive cruise assist 
  
B4M-0234 
  
      
Fig. 98 Operating lever: Setting the distance 
If you adjust the speed, you must also change the 
time gap to the vehicle driving ahead. The higher 
the speed, the greater the distance that is need- 
ed. 
> Tap the rocker switch to display the distance 
that is currently set. 
>» To increase or decrease the distance in incre- 
ments, tap  the switch again toward G) or C). 
The newly set distance is shown briefly, for exam- 
ple with the [eg indicator light. In the Driver as- 
sistance display, a graphic display is shown in- 
stead of the indicator lights > page 113, fig. 95. 
The  display matches the functions of the indica- 
tor lights. 
When approaching a vehicle driving ahead, the 
adaptive cruise assist brakes to the set speed and 
then maintains the set distance. If the vehicle 
driving ahead accelerates, then the adaptive 
cruise assist will also accelerate up to the speed 
that you have set. 
The following distances can be set: 
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Driver assistance 
  
Image in the Driver assistance display 
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive cruise assist 
The  display only appears if the Driver assistance 
display is selected on the on-board computer 
= page 14 and the adaptive cruise assist is not 
actively controlling the vehicle. 
@ Detected vehicle driving ahead 
@ Use the markings to help you estimate the 
distance to an obstacle. Each marking repre- 
sents approximately one second. 
@®) Set warning threshold. Depending on the set- 
tings, the display will be colored in from the 
bottom to the top. 
@ You will be warned as soon as you fall below 
the set distance. 
Adjusting the distance warning 
The system can be switched on or off in the MMI 
and you can customize the distance warning 
threshold. The settings depend on the vehicle 
equipment. 
— Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: 
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Distance warn- 
ing. 
Messages 
irk or is displayed when there is a malfunc- 
tion, the distance warning functions may be un- 
available or may be limited. 
A message that indicates the cause and possible 
solution may appear with some displays. The 
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor 
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the 
sensors > page 105, fig. 87 and try to turn on 
the systems again later. 
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author- 
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili- 
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct- 
ed. 
  
Z\ WARNING 
Follow the safety precautions and note the 
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and 
cameras > page 104. 
      
@) Tips 
— The driver is always responsible for adhering 
to the regulations applicable in the country 
where the vehicle is being operated. 
— You may fall below the warning threshold 
briefly when passing or when quickly ap- 
proaching a vehicle driving ahead. There is 
no warning in this scenario. A warning is giv- 
en only if you fall below the warning thresh- 
old  for an extended period of time. 
Lane departure warning 
General information 
Applies to: vehicles with lane departure warning 
The lane departure warning can detect lane 
marker lines within the limits of the system. If 
you are approaching a detected lane marker and 
it appears likely that you will leave the lane, the 
system can warn you with corrective steering and 
a steering wheel vibration, if necessary. 
The system functions in the speed range of ap- 
proximately 40 mph - 155 mph (65 km/h - 
250 km/h). 
Applies to: vehicles with lane departure warning 
and without side assist: The system will not warn 
you before crossing a lane marker line if you have 
activated the turn signal. In this case, it assumes 
that you are changing lanes intentionally. 
Applies to: vehicles with lane departure warning 
combined with side assist: A noticeable corrective 
steering movement will occur briefly before the 
vehicle exits the lane if the turn signal is activat- 
ed, the lane departure warning is ready, and a 
lane change has been classified as critical by the 
system due to vehicles traveling beside you or 
due to approaching vehicles. This will attempt to 
keep  your vehicle in the lane. 
  
Z\ WARNING 
Follow the safety precautions and note the 
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and 
cameras > page 104. 
      
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