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Driving
ZA\ WARNING
Please note that the wheels could spin on
slick or slippery roads when kick-down is ac-
tive.
Launch Control
The Launch Control Program enables maximum
acceleration.
Requirement: the engine must be at operating
temperature and the steering wheel must not be
turned.
> With the engine running, press the |[2OFF] but-
ton briefly one time )) .
> Pull the selector lever back out of the "D/S" po-
sition briefly to select the "S" position, or press
it toward the right into the tiptronic position or
select the Dynamic driving mode in drive se-
lect* > page 77.
> Press the brake pedal firmly with your left foot
and hold it all the way down for at least 1 sec-
ond.
> At the same time, press the gas pedal all the
way down with your right foot until the engine
reaches and stays at a high RPM level.
> Remove your left foot from the brake.
Z\ WARNING
— Always adapt your driving to the traffic flow.
— Only use Launch Control when road and traf-
fic conditions allow it and other drivers will
not be endangered or impacted by your driv-
ing and the vehicle's acceleration.
— Please note that the drive wheels can spin
and the vehicle can break away when sport
mode is switched on, especially when the
road is slippery.
— Once the vehicle has started moving, press
the |& OFF] button briefly to turn the sport
mode off.
D_ The ESC light turns on and stays on, and the message Sta-
bilization control (ESC): sport. Warning! Limited stabili-
ty appears temporarily in the Infotainment system to indi-
cate that the system was deactivated.
CG) Note
When accelerating using Launch Control, all
vehicle components are subject to heavy
loads. This can result in increased wear.
G@) Tips
After accelerating using the Launch Control,
the temperature of some vehicle components
may increase greatly. If that happens, the
function will not be available for a few mi-
nutes to reduce the risk of damage. After a
cool-down period, Launch Control will be
available again.
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& Transmission: malfunction! Safely stop vehi-
cle
Do not continue driving. Stop the vehicle as soon
as possible in a safe location and secure it so it
does not roll. See an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
& Transmission: too hot. Please stop vehicle
The transmission is too hot and can become dam-
aged. Stop and let the transmission cool with the
engine running (at idle) in the "P" selector lever
position. Then the indicator light and the mes-
sage turn off, drive to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the malfunction corrected. If the indicator
light and the driver message do not turn off, do
not continue driving. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.
[&] Transmission: malfunction! You can contin-
ue driving. See owner's manual
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
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Driving
[8] Transmission: malfunction! You can contin-
ue driving with limited function. No reverse
gear
There is a system malfunction in the transmis-
sion. The transmission is switching to emergency
mode. This mode only shifts into certain gears or
may no longer shift at all. The engine may stall.
You cannot engage the reverse gear. Drive to an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have the malfunction cor-
rected.
[8] Transmission: malfunction! You can contin-
ue driving in D until engine is off
Drive the vehicle away from moving traffic and
park. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
[Gj Transmission: too hot. Please adapt driving
style
The transmission temperature has increased sig-
nificantly. Drive very cautiously or take a break
from driving until the temperature returns to the
normal range and the indicator light turns off.
[6] Transmission: please press brake pedal and
select gear again
If the transmission malfunctions because the
temperature is too high, a message appears
when the transmission is cooled.
Selector lever emergency release
Fig. 72 Selector lever: removing the cover
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Fig. 73 Selector lever: using the emergency release to
move out of the Park position
The emergency release mechanism is located in
the right area under the selector lever shift gate.
Using the emergency release can be complicated.
See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
You will need the screwdriver from the vehicle
tool kit to release it > page 268. Use the flat side
of the reversible screwdriver blade.
Removing the cover
> Set the parking brake to secure your vehicle
from rolling away. If this is not possible, secure
your vehicle from rolling using another meth-
od.
> Switch the ignition off.
> To loosen the shifter boot, carefully insert the
flat side of the screwdriver sideways into the
slit near the shifter boot > fig. 72.
> Carefully pry the shifter boot out with the
screwdriver while gripping the boot at the fold
and pulling it upward and out of the opening
> fig. 73.
> Fold the shifter boot up around the shifter
knob.
Selector lever emergency release
> Press and hold the yellow release button with
the screwdriver.
> At the same time, press the release button on
the selector lever @) and move the selector lev-
er to the “N” position.
Reattaching the cover
> Clip the shift cover back into the shift gate. >
Assist systems
— The camera field of view > page 73, fig. 76 is
dirty or covered in ice. Clean this area on the
windshield.
— The camera field of view is fogged over. Wait
until the fog has cleared before switching the
active lane assist on again.
— The system has been unable to detect the lanes
for an extended period of time due to road con-
ditions. Switch active lane assist back on when
the lines are more visible.
Audi active lane assist: currently unavailable.
See owner's manual
There is a temporary malfunction that may pre-
vent the active lane assist from switching on. Try
switching the active lane assist on again later.
Audi active lane assist: malfunction! See own-
er's manual
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
Audi active lane assist: Please take over steer-
ing!
This message appears if you are not steering by
yourself. If this is the case, active lane assist does
not switch off, but it is “not ready” to provide a
warning. The system can help you keep the vehi-
cle in the lane. However, you are responsible for
driving the vehicle and must steer it yourself.
Z\ WARNING
Note that messages may be delayed or not
displayed on vehicles with accessories mount-
ed on the steering wheel, such as a steering
wheel spinner knob. Always keep your hands
on the steering wheel.
)) The corrective steering function is not available in all mar-
kets.
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Adjusting the steering time and vibration
warning
Applies to: vehicles with Audi active lane assist
You can adjust individual active lane assist set-
tings in the Infotainment system.
Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button >Driver assis-
tance > Audi active lane assist
Steering time)
Early: in this setting, the corrective steering hap-
pens continuously to help keep the vehicle in the
center of the lane.
Late: in this setting, the system provides correc-
tive steering just before a vehicle wheel touches a
detected lane marker line.
Vibration warning
You can switch the additional vibration warning
in the steering wheel on or off.
G) Tips
In certain markets: your settings are stored
automatically and assigned to the remote
control key in use.
Assist systems
Side assist functions at speeds above approxi-
mately 19 mph (30 km/h).
@ Approaching vehicles
In certain cases, a vehicle will be classified as
critical for a lane change even if it is still some-
what far away. The faster a vehicle approaches,
the sooner the display in the outside mirror will
turn on.
@ Vehicles traveling with you
Vehicles traveling with you are indicated in the
exterior mirror if they are classified as critical for
a lane change. All vehicles detected by side assist
are indicated by the time they enter your “blind
spot”, at the latest.
@ Vehicles you are passing
If you slowly pass a vehicle that side assist has
detected (the difference in speed between the ve-
hicle and your vehicle is less than 9 mph (15 km/
h)), the display in the exterior mirror turns on as
soon as the vehicle enters your blind spot.
The display will not turn on if you quickly pass a
vehicle that side assist has detected (the differ-
ence in speed is greater than 9 mph (15 km/h)).
Functional limitations
The radar sensors are designed to detect the left
and right adjacent lanes when the road lanes are
the normal width. In some situations, the display
in the exterior mirror may turn on even though
there is no vehicle located in the area that is criti-
cal for a lane change. For example:
— If the lanes are narrow or if you are driving on
the edge of your lane. If this is the case, the
system may have detected a vehicle in another
lane that is not adjacent to your current lane.
— If you are driving through a curve. Side assist
may react to a vehicle that is one lane over from
the adjacent lane.
—If side assist reacts to other objects (such as
high or displaced guard rails).
— In poor weather conditions. The side assist
functions are limited.
Do not cover the radar sensors > fig. 81 with
stickers, deposits, bicycle wheels or other ob-
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jects, because they will impair the function. For
information on cleaning, see > page 262.
ZA\ WARNING
— Always pay attention to traffic and to the
area around your vehicle. Side assist cannot
replace a driver's attention. The driver alone
is always responsible for lane changes and
similar driving maneuvers.
—Insome situations, the system may not
function or its function may be limited. For
example:
—If vehicles are approaching or being left
behind very quickly. The display may not
turn on in time.
— In poor weather conditions such as heavy
rain, snow or heavy mist.
— On very wide lanes, in tight curves, or if
there is a rise in the road surface. Vehicles
in the adjacent lane may not be detected
because they are outside of the sensor
range.
@) Note
The sensors can be displaced by impacts or
damage to the bumper, wheel housing and
underbody. This can impair the system. Have
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility check their function.
@) Tips
— If the window glass in the driver's door or
front passenger's door has been tinted, the
display in the exterior mirror may be incor-
rect.
— For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
> page 283.
Sie moi lie mela
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
> Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button >Driver as-
sistance > Audi side assist
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Assist systems
If the system is activated, the displays in the ex-
terior mirrors will turn on briefly when the igni-
tion is switched on.
Adjusting the display brightness
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
The display brightness can be adjusted in the In-
fotainment system.
> Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button >Driver as-
sistance > Audi side assist
The display brightness adjusts automatically to
the brightness of the surroundings, both in the
information and in the warning stage. In very
dark or very bright surroundings, the automatic
adjustment will set the display to the minimum
or maximum level. In such cases, you may notice
no change when adjusting the brightness, or the
change may only be noticeable once the sur-
roundings change.
Adjust the brightness to a level where the display
in the information stage will not disrupt your
view ahead. If you change the brightness, the dis-
play in the exterior mirror will briefly show the
brightness level in the information stage. The
brightness of the warning stage is linked to the
brightness in the information stage and is adjust-
ed along with the information stage.
G@) Tips
— Side assist is not active while you are mak-
ing the adjustment.
— Your settings are automatically stored and
assigned to the remote control key being
used.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
If the side assist switches off automatically, a
message appears in the Infotainment system dis-
play.
Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
Sensor vision restricted due to surroundings.
See owner's manual
The radar sensor vision is impaired. Do not cover
the area in front of the sensors with bike wheels,
stickers, dirt or other objects. Clean the area cov-
ering the sensors, if necessary > page 75, fig. 81.
Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
See owner's manual
Side assist cannot be switched on at this time be-
cause there is a malfunction (for example, the
battery charge level may be too low).
Audi side assist: malfunction! Please
contact Service
The system cannot guarantee that it will detect
vehicles correctly and it has switched off. The
sensors have been moved or are faulty. Have the
system checked by an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility soon.
Audi drive select (drive
settings)
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
Drive select makes it possible to experience dif-
ferent types of vehicle characteristics in one vehi-
cle. The driver can select from three modes,
Comfort,
Auto, and Dynamic, using the sist but-
ton in the center console or by using the Infotain-
ment system. This allows you to switch between
a sporty and a comfortable driving mode, for ex-
ample. In the Individual mode, the settings can
be adjusted to your personal preferences. This
makes it possible to combine settings such as a
sporty engine setting with light steering.
Z\ WARNING
Using Audi drive select incorrectly can lead to
collisions, other accidents and serious inju-
ries.
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Parking aid
Parking aid
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with rear parking system/parking system
plus
Depending on the vehicle equipment, various
parking aids will help you when parking and ma-
neuvering.
The rear parking system is an audible parking aid
that warns you of obstacles behind the vehicle
=> page 81.
The parking system plus assists you while park-
ing by audibly and visually warning you of objects
detected in front of and behind the vehicle
=> page 81.
The rearview camera shows the area behind the
vehicle in the Infotainment system display. The
lines in the rearview camera image help you to
park or maneuver > page 82.
ZA WARNING
— Always look for traffic and check the area
around your vehicle by looking at it directly
as well. The parking system cannot replace
the driver's attention. The driver is always
responsible when entering or exiting a park-
ing space and during similar maneuvers.
— Please note that some surfaces, such as
clothing, are not detected by the system.
— Sensors and cameras have blind spots in
which people and objects cannot be detect-
ed. Be especially cautious of small children
and animals.
— The sensors can be displaced by impacts or
damage to the radiator grille, bumper,
wheel housing and the underbody. The park-
ing system may be impaired as a result.
Have an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility check their func-
tion.
— Make sure the sensors are not obstructed by
stickers, deposits or other materials. If they
are, the sensor function could be impaired.
For additional information on cleaning, see
=> page 262.
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@) Note
— Some objects are not detected or displayed
by the system under certain circumstances:
— objects such as barrier chains, trailer draw
bars, vertical poles or fences
— objects above the sensors such as wall ex-
tensions
— objects with certain surfaces or structures
such as chain link fences or powder snow
— If you continue driving closer to a low ob-
ject, it may disappear from the sensor
range. Note that you will no Longer be
warned about this obstacle.
— Maintain enough distance from the curb to
reduce the risk of damage to the rims.
@) Tips
— The system may provide a warning even
though there are no obstacles in the cover-
age area in some situations, such as:
— certain road surfaces or when there is tall
grass
— external ultrasonic sources such as from
cleaning vehicles
—in heavy rain, snow, or thick vehicle ex-
haust
— We recommend that you practice parking in
a traffic-free location or parking lot to be-
come familiar with the system. Practice
parking in good light and weather condi-
tions.
— You can change the volume of the signals.
— What appears in the display is slightly de-
layed.
— The sensors must be kept clean and free of
snow and ice for the parking aid to operate.
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Parking aid
General information
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera
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Fig. 87 Diagram: area covered @) and area not covered (2)
by the rearview camera.
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the image may be affected by the sun shin-
ing into the lens, dirt on the lens, or if there
is a malfunction.
— Use the rearview camera only if the luggage
compartment lid is completely closed. Make
sure any objects you may have mounted on
the luggage compartment lid do not block
the rearview camera.
— The camera lens enlarges and distorts the
field of vision. The object appears both al-
tered and inaccurate on the screen.
—Incertain situations, people or objects in
the display appear closer or farther away:
— For objects that do not touch the ground,
such as the bumper of a parked vehicle, a
trailer hitch or the rear of a truck. Do not
use the
orientation lines in this case.
—If driven from a level surface onto an in-
cline, or a downward slope.
— If driven toward protruding objects.
— If the vehicle is carrying too much load in
Fig. 88 Luggage compartment lid: location of the rear-view
camera
The rearview camera is located above the rear li-
cense plate bracket. Make sure that the lens for
the parking system > fig. 88 is not covered by de-
posits or any other obstructions because this can
impair the function of the parking system. For in-
formation on cleaning, see > page 262.
The rearview camera coverage area includes (4)
=> fig. 87. Only this area is shown in the Infotain-
ment display. Objects that are in area (2), which is
not covered, are not displayed.
ZA\ WARNING
— Always read and follow the applicable warn-
ings > A\ in Introduction on page 80.
— If the position and the installation angle of
the rearview camera was changed, for exam-
ple after a collision, do not continue to use
the system for safety reasons. Have it
checked by an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility.
— Only use the rearview camera to assist you if
it shows a good, clear picture. For example,
the rear.
CG) Note
— Always read and follow the applicable warn-
ings >@ in Introduction on page 80.
— The orange-colored orientation lines in the
Infotainment display show the vehicle path
based on the steering wheel angle. The
front
of the vehicle swings out more than
the rear of the vehicle. Maintain plenty of
distance so that an exterior mirror or a cor-
ner of the vehicle does not collide with any
obstacles.
Scale Le molal
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera
Switching on
> Shift into reverse, or
> Press the P™ button in the center console
=> page 82, fig. 84. A short confirmation tone
sounds and the LED in the button turns on.
Switching off
>» Drive faster than 6 mph (10 km/h), or
> Press the Pv button, or
>» Switch the ignition off.
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Parking aid
Parking system plus*
If a sensor or speaker is faulty, the P4 symbol
will appear in front of/behind the vehicle in the
Infotainment display. If a rear sensor is faulty,
only obstacles that are in areas @) and @)
=> page 81, fig. 83 are shown. If a front sensor is
faulty, only obstacles that are in areas @) and @)
are shown.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
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