
Power top
— Visibility to the rear is limited when operat-
ing the power top. Avoid operating the top
while driving in reverse.
@) Note
—To prevent damage to the power top:
— do not store any objects in the power top
storage compartment.
— make sure there is enough space above
the vehicle when opening or closing the
power top.
0} Tips
— To prevent the vehicle battery from draining
unnecessarily, do not open or close the pow-
er top repeatedly when the engine is switch-
ed off.
— A message will appear in the instrument
cluster if there is a malfunction in the power
top > page 34.
— The power top can also be operated manual-
ly temporarily if there is a malfunction
= page 35, Power top emergency opera-
tion. An authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility should diagnose
and correct the cause of the malfunction as
soon as possible.
— If the vehicle is parked with the power top
open, the vehicle interior is not protected
from
damaging weather or unauthorized ac-
cess. Lock any items you leave behind in the
luggage compartment. Close the power top
before leaving the vehicle.
— The side windows automatically lower
slightly when opening or closing the power
top.
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Power top convenience opening and closing
BFV-0271
Fig. 28 Turning the key to open and close
Convenience opening with the driver door
lock
> Press the & button on the remote control key to
unlock the vehicle.
> Turn the key once in the driver door lock to the
unlock position @ © fig. 28.
> Turn the key to the opening position again
within two seconds and hold it there until the
power top opens completely.
Convenience closing with the driver door lock
> Turn the key once in the driver door lock to the
lock position @) © fig. 28.
> Turn the key to the closing position again with-
in two seconds and hold it there until the pow-
er top closes completely.
Releasing the key stops the opening or closing
process immediately. Opening and closing with
the convenience key* is possible from up to ap-
proximately 13 feet (4 meters) away from the ve-
hicle.
ZA WARNING
Read and follow the important safety precau-
tions > A\ in Opening and closing the power
top on page 33.
Messages
Power top: malfunction! Unable to operate
This message appears when there is a malfunc-
tion. The power top can be operated manually
=> page 35.
Power top: operation currently not possible >

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Power top
If the power top is operated continually for a
long period of time, the overload protection acti-
vates for approximately 15 to 30 minutes. You
can open or close the power top again after that.
Power top: malfunction! You may continue driv-
ing (limited functionality). See owner's manual
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the system. Try to open or close the power top
again. If the message still appears, then have an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility correct the malfunction. Do not drive
more than 30 mph (50 km/h) until it is corrected.
A WARNING
Never drive when the power top is not locked
correctly. The wind from driving could cause
the power top to open. This can result in inju-
ries and damage to the vehicle.
Wind deflector
Applies to: vehicles with wind deflector
The wind deflector reduces air movement in the
passenger compartment in order to increase
driving comfort.
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Fig. 29 Center console: switch for operating the wind de-
flector (example)
A power mechanism extends and retracts the
wind deflector.
> To extend the wind deflector, pull the wind de-
flector switch until the wind deflector is com-
pletely extended.
> To retract the wind deflector, press the wind de-
flector switch until the retracting process is
complete.
ZX, WARNING
— Do not use the wind deflector to secure car-
go.
— Always pay careful attention when closing
the wind deflector. Pinching could cause se-
rious injuries.
— If the wind deflector switch is released
while it is extending, the process will stop
immediately.
— The wind deflector works best when all of
the windows are rolled up while driving.
Power top emergency
operation
General information
The power top can be closed manually if there is
a malfunction.
> Set the parking brake.
> Open all windows.
> Switch the ignition off.
Only close the power top manually in an emer-
gency. Have a second person assist. Drive to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have the malfunction cor-
rected.
WARNING
— There is a risk of pinching the hands or other
people during all of the power top emergen-
cy operation steps.
— Make sure all windows are lowered during
emergency operation.
— Do not reach into the power top supports
or other moving components.
— Never drive when the power top is not
locked correctly. The wind from driving
could cause the power top to open. This can
result in injuries and damage to the vehicle.
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Power top
>» Remove the cover in the center of the power
top using a screwdriver > fig. 35.
> Insert the crank (Torx head) into the opening
until the stop ring rests on the motor
=> page 37, fig. 36.
> Turn the crank counter-clockwise all the way so
that the locking hooks are completely opened.
> Press the power top onto the windshield frame.
Have a second person assist when positioning the
power top. That person should stand on the op-
posite side of the vehicle and perform the same
steps.
Z\ WARNING
— When positioning the power top, avoid con-
tact with the supports or other moving
parts. Otherwise you could pinch your
hands.
— When pressing the power top down onto the
windshield frame, make sure that you do not
pinch yourself or anyone else. There is a risk
of injury.
Cy Note
Make sure that both covers are completely
open and the push rods are clipped in to avoid
damage when opening the power top.
Step 4: Lock the power top
BFV-0174
ig. 36 Inside of the power top: crank for emergency oper-
ation
> Pull the power top downward at the side.
> Turn the crank clockwise until the power top is
completely locked.
> Pull out the crank.
@) Tips
Make sure the locking mechanisms are locked
securely.
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Lights and Vision
Automatic headlights
You can adjust the following settings in the Auto-
matic
headlights menu:
Activation time - you can adjust if the headlights
switch on Early, Medium, or Late according to
the sensitivity of the light sensor.
Audi adaptive light* - you can switch adaptive
light On and Off.
Daytime running lights*
USA models: the daytime running lights can be
switched on or off using the MMI. Select On or
Off.
Canada models: this function cannot be switched
off. They activate automatically each time the ig-
nition is switched on. This menu item is shown
with a “gray background”.
Entry/exit lighting
The entry lighting function illuminates the area
outside the vehicle when you unlock the vehicle
when it is dark. To switch on the function, select
Entry/exit lighting.
The exit lighting function illuminates the area
outside the vehicle when you turn the ignition off
and open the driver's door when it is dark. To
switch on the function, select Entry/exit light-
ing.
The entry/exit lighting only works when it is dark
and the light switch is in the AUTO position.
Emergency flashers
1. 3 q 2
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Fig. 39 Center console: emergency flasher button
The emergency flashers makes other drivers
aware of your vehicle in dangerous situations.
40
> Press the A button to switch the emergency
flashers on or off.
You can indicate a lane change or a turn when the
emergency flashers are switched on by using the
turn signal lever. The emergency flashers stop
temporarily.
The emergency flashers also work when the igni-
tion is turned off.
@ tips
You should switch the emergency flashers on
if
—
you are the last car in a traffic jam so that
all other vehicles approaching from behind
can see your vehicle
— your vehicle has broken down or you are
having an emergency
— your vehicle is being towed or if you are tow-
ing another vehicle
Interior lighting
Interior lighting
Fig. 40 Headliner: interior lighting
4 - Door contact switch. The interior lighting is
controlled automatically.
A switch is no longer needed to switch the read-
ing lights on. A swiping movement or a brief tap
on the light is all that is needed to switch the
light on or off. If you hold your finger on the
reading light when switching it on, this can dim
the light down to a certain level.
Interior lighting
There are other optional interior lighting func-
tions that are available. Several functions canbe >

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Lights and Vision
set in the Infotainment system. Select in the In-
fotainment system: MENU button > Vehicle > left
control button >Vehicle settings > Interior light-
ing.
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BFV-0015
Fig. 41 Instrument illumination
The brightness of the instrument cluster and the
center console can be adjusted.
> Press the knob to release it.
> Turn the knob toward "-" or "+" to reduce or in-
crease the brightness.
> Press the knob again to return it to its original
position.
Vision
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
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Fig. 42 Driver's door: knob for the exterior mirrors
Turn the knob to the desired position:
CY/® - Adjusts the left/right exterior mirror.
Move the knob in the desired direction.
GA - Heats the mirror glass depending on the out-
side temperature.
SA - Folds the exterior mirrors*. In the Infotain-
ment system, you can select if the mirrors fold in
automatically when you lock the vehicle
=> page 26.
Front passenger's exterior mirror tilt
function*
To help you see the curb when backing into a
parking space, the surface of the mirror tilts
slightly. For this to happen, the knob must be in
the position for the front passenger's exterior
mirror.
You can adjust the tilted mirror surface by turn-
ing the knob in the desired direction. When you
move out of reverse and into another gear, the
new mirror position is stored and assigned to the
key you are using.
The mirror goes back into its original position
once you drive forward faster than 9 mph
(15 km/h) or turn the ignition off.
Z\ WARNING
Curved mirror surfaces (convex) enlarge the
field of vision. However, they make objects in
the mirror appear smaller and farther away.
You may estimate incorrectly when you use
these mirrors to gauge your distance from the
vehicles behind you when changing lanes,
which increases the risk of an accident.
Qo Note
If the mirror housing was moved by outside
forces (such as an impact when maneuver-
ing), you must use the power folding function
to fold the mirror all the way out. The mirror
housing must not be moved back into place
by hand because this could impair the func-
tion of the mirror mechanism.
G@) Tips
If the power adjusting function malfunctions,
the glass in both mirrors can be adjusted by
pressing on the edge of it by hand.
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Lights and Vision
Replacing windshield wiper blades
he
B8R-0379
Fig. 45 Removing windshield wiper blades
Windshield wiper service position/blade
replacement position
> To bring the windshield wipers into the service
position, turn the ignition off and move the
windshield wiper lever into position @)
> page 42, fig. 44.
> To bring the wipers into the starting position,
turn the ignition on and move the windshield
wiper lever into position (@) for at least two sec-
onds > page 42, fig. 44.
Removing the wiper blade
> Fold the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
> Press the locking knob (@) > fig. 45 on the wiper
blade. Hold the wiper blade firmly.
> Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the
arrow.
Installing the wiper blade
> Insert the new wiper blade into the mount on
the wiper arm (2) until you hear it latch into
place.
» Place the wiper arm back on the windshield.
> Turn the service position off.
Z\ WARNING
For safety reasons, the windshield wiper
blades should be replaced once or twice each
year.
@) Note
— The windshield wipers must only be folded
up when in the service position! Otherwise,
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you risk damaging the paint on the hood or
the windshield wiper motor.
— You should not drive your vehicle or press
the windshield wiper lever when the wiper
arms are folded away from the windshield.
The windshield wipers would move back in-
to their original position and could damage
the hood and windshield.
G) Tips
— You can also use the service position, for ex-
ample, if you want to protect the windshield
from icing by using a cover.
— You cannot activate the service position
when the hood is open.
Digital compass
Scale ma meel eR meme a
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
BFV-0288
NW
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Fig. 46 Rearview mirror: digital compass is switched on
> To turn the compass on or off, press the button
@ until the compass display in the mirror turns
on or off.
The digital compass only works when the ignition
is turned on. The directions are indicated with ab-
breviations: N (north), NE (northeast), E (east),
SE (southeast), S (south), SW (southwest), W
(west), NW (northwest).
(i) Tips
To prevent inaccurate compass readings, do
not bring any remote controls, electrical devi-
ces or metallic objects near the mirror.

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Stowing and using
@) Note
— Read the operating manuals for the con-
nected devices.
—To reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle
electrical system, never attempt to charge
the vehicle battery by connecting accesso-
ries that provide power to the power sour-
ces.
— Do not connect any device whose network
class (voltage) does not match the network
class designed for the socket.
— Disconnect the connectors from the power
sources carefully to reduce the risk of dam-
aging them.
Storage
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Applies to: vehicles with cup holders
BFV-0075
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Fig. 53 Center armrest folded up: cup holder
> To use the cup holder under the center armrest,
fold it upward > page 47.
> Fold the plastic bracket toward the rear, if nec-
essary > fig. 53.
ZX WARNING
Spilled hot liquid can increase the risk of acci-
dents and injuries.
— Never drive with containers that contain hot
liquid such as coffee or tea. The hot liquid
could spill and cause burns during a colli-
sion, sudden braking or other vehicle move-
ment. Spilled hot liquid can also increase
the risk of accidents and injuries.
— Only use soft containers in the cup holders.
Hard cups and glasses can increase the risk
of injury during a collision.
— Never use the cup holder or the adapter as
an ashtray because this is a fire hazard.
C) Note
Beverage containers in the cup holders should
always
have a lid. Otherwise, the liquid inside
could spill and cause damage to vehicle
equipment.
Additional storage
You will find a range of storage compartments
and holders at different locations in the vehicle.
— Compartments in the doors
— Storage area in the glove compartment. The
glove
compartment can be locked using the
mechanical key > page 23.
— Storage compartment under the center arm-
rest*
— Storage compartment between the seat backr-
ests
— Key compartment in the center console
— Storage compartment on the rear side of the
seat*. The compartment can hold a maximum
weight of 2.2 lbs (1 kg).
ZA WARNING
—To reduce the risk of injury, make sure the
covers for all storage compartments are al-
ways closed while driving.
— Only use the storage compartments in the
door trim panels to store small objects that
will not stick out of the compartment and
impair the function of the side airbags.
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Stowing and using
Luggage compartment
General information
All pieces of luggage or objects must be securely
fastened in the luggage compartment. Note the
following to maintain good vehicle handling:
> Distribute the load evenly in the luggage com-
partment.
> Stow heavy luggage as far forward in the lug-
gage compartment as possible.
» Use non-elastic cords attached to the tie-downs
to secure objects.
Z\ WARNING
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Always stow objects securely in
the luggage compartment and secure them
at the tie-downs. Use straps suitable for
heavy objects.
— If pieces of luggage or objects are secured
to the tie-downs with unsuitable or dam-
aged straps, this can increase the risk of in-
jury during braking maneuvers or accidents.
— When transporting heavy objects, the vehi-
cle characteristics will change due to the
shift in the center of gravity, which increases
the risk of an accident. You may need to
adapt your driving style and speed to the
current conditions.
— The cargo net is only strong enough to se-
cure light objects. Heavy objects are not ade-
quately secured. Attempting to secure heavy
objects increases the risk of injury.
— Never exceed the permitted axle and load
and vehicle weight > page 286.
— Never secure a child safety seat to the tie-
downs.
— Never leave your vehicle unattended, espe-
cially if the luggage compartment lid is
open. Children could enter the luggage com-
partment and close the luggage compart-
ment lid from the inside. This creates the
risk of fatal injury, since the children would
be locked in and may not be able to escape
by themselves.
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— Do not allow children to play in or on the ve-
hicle. Close and lock the luggage compart-
ment lid as well as all other doors when you
leave the vehicle.
— Never transport passengers in the luggage
compartment. Every passenger must be cor-
rectly secured with the safety belts in the
vehicle > page 182.
() Note
Make sure that the heating grid strips for the
rear window defogger are not damaged by
abrasive objects.
G) Tips
— The tire pressure must be adapted to the
load > page 250.
— You can purchase straps at specialty stores.
Pass-through with bag
Applies to: vehicles with pass-through and removable ski bag
BFV-0159
Fig. 55 Luggage compartment: securing the bag
Long objects, such as skis, can be transported in
the ski bag.
Follow the safety precautions > page 50.