2020 AUDI A3 climate settings

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Climate control system
Your vehicle has a deluxe automatic climate con-
trol system with two zones where the tempera-
ture, air distribution, and amount of air can be
adjusted separately on the left and right front
sides.
The climate control system circulates, warms or
cools, and removes humidity from the air in the
vehicle interior. It is the most effective when the
windows and panoramic glass roof* or power
top* are closed. If there is a build-up of heat in-
side the vehicle, ventilation can help to speed up
the cooling process.
Pollutant filter
The pollutant filter removes pollutants such as
dust and pollen from the air.
Presets
Several functions can be preset in the Infotain-
ment system.

Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button > Air condi-
tioning


freeze on the windshield and impair visibili-
ty.


ZA WARNING
Poor visibility can lead to accidents.
— For safer driving, keep all windows free of
ice, snow and fog.
— Become familiar with the correct use and
function of the climate control system as
quickly as possible, especially with the de-
frosting and defogging functions.
— When the temperature is below freezing,
only use the windshield washer system after
the
windshield has been warmed by the cli-

mate control system. The washer fluid could

() Note
— If you suspect that the climate control sys-
tem is damaged, switch the system off to
prevent further damage and have it checked
by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
— Repairs to the Audi climate control system
require special technical knowledge and
special
tools. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility.
@) For the sake of the environment
— Energy can be saved by switching off the A/C
mode.
— In vehicles with the efficiency program”, you
can find other consumption information and
more economy tips > page 23.
iG) Tips
—To prevent interference with the heating
and cooling output and to prevent the win-
dows from fogging over, the air intake in
front of the windshield must be free of ice,
snow, and leaves.
— Condensation from the cooling system can
drip and form a puddle of water under the
vehicle. This is normal and does not mean
there is a leak.
— The energy management system may tem-
porarily switch off certain functions, such as
the seat heating* or rear window defogger.
These systems are available again as soon as
the energy supply has been restored.
— The climate control settings are automati-
cally stored and assigned to the vehicle key
that is in use. These settings are different
when the power top* is open or closed.
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2-zone deluxe automatic climate control
Applies to: vehicles with 2-zone deluxe automatic climate control


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Fig. 82 2-zone deluxe automatic climate control: controls
The functions can be switched on and off by
pressing the buttons or adjusted by turning the
knob. The LED in a button will light up when the
function is switched on.
The deluxe climate control system automatically
maintains a temperature once it has been set. In
all heating mode functions except defrost, the
blower only switches to a higher speed once the
engine coolant has reached a certain tempera-
ture.
AUTO Automatic mode or eco mode*
Automatic mode maintains a constant tempera-
ture inside the vehicle. Air temperature, airflow
and air distribution are controlled automatically.
AUTO mode switches off once a button in the cli-
mate control system is pressed.
Applies to: vehicles with eco mode: Pressing the
AUTO button briefly when automatic mode is ac-
tive will activate the energy-saving mode of the
climate control system. eco will appear on the
control panel display. You can end eco mode by
pressing the AUTO button again.
A/C cooling mode
The cooling mode only functions with the blower
turned on. You can turn the cooling system on or
off by pressing the A/C button. The air is not
cooled and humidity is not removed when cooling
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mode is switched off. This can cause fog on the
windows. The cooling mode switches off auto-
matically when there are cold outside tempera-
tures.
@ / @ Temperature
The temperature for the driver's and front pas-
senger's side can be adjusted separately with the
dials @/@). Temperatures between 60 °F
(+16 °C) and 84 °F (+28 °C) can be set. If outside
of this range, LO or HI will appear in the climate
control system display. In both settings, the cli-
mate control runs constantly at the maximum
cooling or heating level. The temperature is not
regulated.
Synchronization: Pressing and holding the AUTO
button for two seconds transfers the tempera-
ture setting for the driver to the front passeng-
er's side. This applies a temperature change to
the front passenger's side.
S8 Blower
Using the dial $8, you can manually adjust the
volume of air generated by the blower to your
preference. The blower should always run at a
low setting to prevent the windows from fogging
and to ensure a continuous exchange of air inside
the vehicle. To have the blower regulated auto-
matically, press the AUTO button.

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switching the ignition off and switching it on
again.
Adjusting the vents

Fig. 83 Cockpit: adjusting the air vents
The following settings are possible:
-@ Air flow amount
-—@Air flow direction
To adjust the air flow amount, turn the ridged
outer adjusting ring @. To stop the air flow, turn
the adjusting ring all the way to the right.
To adjust the air flow direction, turn the air vent
grill insert 2).
Steering wheel heating
Scale Rie mola
Applies to: vehicles with steering wheel heating
> Press the @ button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel to switch the steering wheel heating
on and off.
G@) Tips
The steering wheel heating settings are stor-
ed automatically and assigned to the vehicle
key that is in use.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with steering wheel heating
@ Steering wheel heating: on / Steering wheel
heating: off
This message appears if you switched the steer-
ing wheel heating on or off by pressing the @
button on the multifunction steering wheel.
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Steering wheel heating: malfunction! See own-
er's manual
If this message appears, there is a malfunction.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
Auxiliary climate control
Applies to: vehicles with auxiliary climate control
The auxiliary climate control system warms or
cools the vehicle interior. The vehicle will turn on
the auxiliary climate control system if needed,
depending on the last temperature that was set
with the climate control system controls. This
function can be used when the drive system is
switched off.
You can turn the auxiliary climate control system
on and off immediately in the Infotainment sys-
tem or set a timer.
Requirement: the high-voltage battery must have
a sufficient charge level and there must be
enough fuel in the tank.
@) Tips
— The temperature that the climate control
system adjusts to depends on the last tem-
perature you set in the climate control unit.
— Using the auxiliary climate control while
charging can also reduce the charge level of
the high-voltage battery.
— The auxiliary climate control system will not
turn on automatically or will turn off earlier
if the high-voltage battery charge or fuel
supply are too low, even if the vehicle is be-
ing charged at the time.
— Starting or stopping the vehicle will not
switch off the auxiliary climate control auto-
matically.

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Switching on and off
Applies to: vehicles with auxiliary climate control
Switching the auxiliary climate control on/
off:
> Select the [MENU] button > Vehicle > left con-
trol button > Auxiliary air conditioning > Turn
on auxiliary air conditioning or Turn off auxili-
ary air conditioning.
@) Tips
The auxiliary climate control can also be
switched on and off immediately when a tim-
er is set.
Setting the timer
Applies to: vehicles with auxiliary climate control


By setting the departure time, you determine
when your vehicle should reach the desired tem-
perature. You can set the timer in the auxiliary air
conditioning menu in the Infotainment system.
Auxiliary climate control: setting the timer

> Select: [MENU] button > Vehicle > left control
button > Auxiliary A/C > right control button >
Program timer.
> Set the time and the date.
> Press the [BACK] button.
> Confirm the setting with the control knob to ac-
tivate the timer. A V appears in the box.



Error messages
(ZA - The high-voltage battery charge level is too
low to heat/air condition the vehicle using only
electric power. Vehicles with auxiliary heating/air
conditioning* can continue to be heated or
cooled using the fuel in the tank.
If one of the following symbols appears in the
display, then you cannot switch on the auxiliary
climate control system or auxiliary heating/air
conditioning*:
2— - There is a system malfunction.
A - The fuel level is too low.
@) Tips
— If you switch the ignition off, the timer set-
tings will appear in the Infotainment sys-
tem display. You can still adjust the settings
for several minutes. The climate control sys-
tem can be started immediately, which will
maintain the desired climate control condi-
tions while you are not in the vehicle.
— You can set the timer a maximum of seven
days in advance.
— You can operate the climate control in the
vehicle interior when the high-voltage bat-
tery is charging using the charging timer
= page 106. The target climate control out-
put depends on the power supply capacity.
— Make sure the time and date match in the
Infotainment system settings so that the
timer can function correctly > page 230.
— The auxiliary climate control can continue to
run after the departure time is reached.
Fluids in the A/C system
Refrigerant in the A/C system
The sticker in the engine compartment provides
information about the type and amount of refrig-
erant used in the vehicle’s A/C system. The stick-
er is located in the front section of the engine
compartment or at the front or back of the hood.

Symbol
A
Meaning

Warning: the A/C system must only
be serviced by qualified technicians.

Refrigerant type

Lubricant type
a
tt

Refer to the service information
(only available for authorized Audi
dealers or authorized Audi Service
Facilities)

The A/C system must only be serv-

e
Bi) iced by qualified technicians. >

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High-voltage system


— Store the Audi charging system or the spe-
cial charging cable* in the ski sack in the
luggage compartment.
— Always transport the ski sack in the luggage
compartment and never in the passenger
compartment (for example, on the seats or

in front of them).
©) Note
Always lift or transport the Audi charging sys-
tem as an entire unit and never by the cables.
Charging time
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

The length of the charging process using the Audi
charging system may vary based on the following
factors:
— The sockets that are used (household or indus-
trial* sockets)
— The system voltage and current strength that
are specific to a country
— The value set for the charging power level on
the control unit (50% or 100%).
— Fluctuations in the system voltage
— The temperature outside the vehicle
— The temperature of the high-voltage battery
— Settings for the climate control inside the vehi-
cle
— Current capacity of the charging connector
— Whether the ignition is on or off
Example charging times

Connection Charging time at
100% charge

Household socket
(100 V, 10 A)
approximately 10
hours

Household socket
(120 V, 10 A)
approximately 8.2
hours

Household socket
(220 V, 8A)
approximately 5.2
hours

Household socket
(230 V, 10 A)
approximately 3.8
hours

Industrial socket (200 V,
16 A)
approximately 2.3
hours

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Connection Charging time at
100% charge
Industrial socket (220 V, | approximately 2.3
16 A) hours
Industrial socket (230 V, | approximately 2.3
16 A) hours
Industrial socket (240 V, | approximately 2.3
16 A) hours

@ Tips
— Multiple versions of charging cables are of-
fered due to the different power supply sys-
tems in different countries. The maximum
charging power may potentially be unavaila-
ble because of this. Contact an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility for more information.
— Charging may take longer when tempera-
tures are extremely high or low.
—The charging time at public charging sta-
tions may vary from the times given in the
table > table on page 104.
Before charging
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive

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Fig. 103 Radiator grille: charging port cap

High-voltage system

Setting the charging timer
You can delay the charging time with the charg-
ing timer in the Infotainment system )). You can
set two different timers.
> If a timer has been set, press the button @)
=> page 105, fig. 105. The LED in the button
will turn on.
> To set a charging timer, select: [MENU] button >
Vehicle > left control button > Charge > right
control button > Program timer.
> Select Individual timer or Repeat timer.
> Set the departure time, the date or day of the
week.
> You can specify a preferred charging time with
the charging timer, for example if you would
like to use the off-peak rate.
> You can activate the auxiliary air conditioning
with the charging timer while charging by se-
lecting Air conditioning with the control knob.
AV appears in the box. This activation is sepa-
rate from the Infotainment system settings in
the climate control menu > page 68.
> Press the [BACK] button.
> To activate the desired timer, confirm the set-
ting with the control knob. A ¥ appears in the
box.
@ Tips
— Auxiliary climate control is powered electri-
cally if you select climate control using the
charging timer. This may also be used in
confined spaces such as garages.
— Using the auxiliary climate control while
charging can also reduce the charge level of
the high-voltage battery.
—The charging process can be interrupted at
any time. Press the active button on the ve-
hicle to do this > page 105, fig. 105.
— The climate control output while charging
depends on the capacity of the electrical
connection. Additional information on cli-
mate control can be found under > page 68.





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Setting the charging power level
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
The control unit automatically recognizes the
voltage and the available current strength. You
can set whether you would like to charge with full
or reduced charging power. The last setting that
was selected will be saved and used again the
next time the vehicle is charged. If multiple
items are connected to the power circuit, the
charging current may be reduced when charging
at a power outlet. This can help to prevent the
electrical equipment from overheating.
Before charging, always check if the charging
power setting that was selected last is still suita-
ble.
> To set the charging power level, press and hold
the @ button @ > page 105, fig. 104 for at
least two seconds.
After the charging power level is set, the status
LEDs ©, iand {) will flash green one time. The
selected value (50% or 100%) is displayed on the
left or right side of the ® button.
Name lee ale]
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
After
completing the charging or climate control
process, the vehicle enters a sleep mode. No dis-
plays are visible on the charging unit during this
period. Always remove the vehicle charging con-
nector first after charging.
The vehicle charging connector is locked during
and after charging. You must unlock the connec-
tor to remove it.
Unlocking the vehicle charging connector
when the vehicle is locked
> Unlock the vehicle. The connector will unlock
for 30 seconds.
> Remove the connector.
> If the connector is not removed within 30 sec-
onds, it will lock again automatically.

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Index

Dynamic volume
refer to System volume........---.00-5 235
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E-mail...............0000 000 c eee eee 177
eco mode (climate control system)......... 66
Economical route wives so aicava a a wsnsens a 6 aienaie 197
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock....... 93
EDR
refer to Event Data Recorder........... 371
Efficiency program... ... eee eee eee eee 23
Electrical system. .......2.-.0 ee eee eee 314
Electromechanical parking brake.......... 87
Electronic Differential Lock............... 94
Electronic immobilizer..............00005 26
Electronic Stabilization Control............ 93
Embedded)SIM Cat wavy. s waves » x eee 3 5 ee 183
Emergency assistance ............0 eee 348
Emergency braking function.............. 87
Emergency flashers.............0.000005 45
Emergency mode...................2005 77
Emergency operation
DOOrs 0... eee eee 30
Fuebfillerdoor's » = sry : 4 sews s eae s pee 301
Luggage compartment lid............... 32
Panoramic glass roof................-. 35
Emergency starting..................-. 364
Emissions control system..............- 303
Energy CONSUMENS « « sick 4 este oo weirs oo ave 22
Energy management............eceeeeee 82
Energy recovery
refer to Recuperation.................. 78
Engine
Breakingin.............2..2.02020020005 78
GCoGlaiitiowen: « 2 wage « 2 germs gz eee ge EE EE 311
Emerqeney:stops « sesscc x 2 same a v answes vv ase 71
Jump starting ........ cee cece eee eee 364
Jump starting (plug-in hybrid drive)...... 365
Start/Stop'SySteM sei os wes eo sosnene o + wore 83
Starting and stopping.................. 71
Engine braking effect
refer to Recuperation..............000. 78
Engine compartment
Opening and closing the hood.......... 305
OVERVIEW ecu 3 2 cows « @ eos ¢ eae go re 307
Safety precautions.................04. 304
Engine data
refer to Sport displays............000005 24
Engine oil
Adding ......... 00. c cee ee eee eee ee 307
CHANGING ox « « caw « paawy s mews oo Romy s & 310
Checking oil:leveli. . « csscie «0 vce wn meee a 307
Consumption...........0..-0.0 eee eee 307
DiPStick:: s sees = x ween 2 2 Bowe 2 ze eees Bae 307
Indicator light & cscs. x x wow xo coon ea menos 308
Replacement interval................. 318
Temperature display................0.. 23
Engine start system. ..............0..0-. 73
Engine stop
Goastings: « sss + ¢ sees + ¢ ceeie oo ews = 78, 83
Enhanced VieW « ase > mee s soem es eee ee 19
Entering characters/numbers (speller)... .. 153
Entering letters (speller)................ 153
Entertainment sliding menu............. 151
Entry/exit lighting. ............. 0... eee 45
Entry assistance
refer to Seats... 2... eee ee 55
Environment
Unleaded gasoline................205. 298
EPB
refer to Electromechanical parking brake.. 87
eSIM
refer to Embedded SIM card............ 183
Event: Data Recorder's « «sci. e s sxcciws 2 a eon © 371
Exterior lighting: < swe « = sews sy eee = 5 oes 43
Exterior MUrrOtScs: = = seus « 2 ees ae ween eo: 47
FOldin Qian 3 5 soane vx wens 2 ¥ anewens oo shea a 2 ae 47
Folding settings................0e ee eee 29
External voice operation................ 168
F
Factory default settings
Multi Media Interface................. 231
Fader (sound) ...........- 0c eee eee eee ee 234
Fastening
Booster seats..............0-00-0000. 287
Convertible child safety seats........... 285
Infant seats.......... 0... cee eee eee ee 284

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Steps for determining correct load limit... 334
Stopover (navigation) « w... . . ec. ss exw « 194
Storage Options'as« < sews « = newp + pees oe ve 60
Streaming
refer to Online media................. 215
Subtitles (DVD) scawos 0 = wesw oe ssowe 2 wove 2 222
SUDWOOTED wsny: a x cayea oy ee + x ayer 4 234, 358
SUIVISOTS sway 7s ane @ 2 Ree aE @eeE a NOE ae 49
SUPMOUNG ss ¢ 3 naw a & nays 5% aeIR a bere Has 234
Suspension ....... 0.00.0 cece eee eee eee 92
Swap call... 6... 2. eee eee eee eee 174
Switching tabs
refer to Multifunction
steering wheel................. 17,19, 20
Symbols): « = sees ss gece « ¥ yee ee Seow ee oe 155
Navigation. 5 + sss a 6 semen av ¥ nse 9 6 sae 6 199
also refer to Indicator lights............. 10
Synchronization (climate control system) .... 66
System settings (MMI)..............005 230
Systemrupdate (MMI). « « sicss « «cee soa 234
SystemMVOlUMC iis ss ccwws ao nie a cow owe 235
T
Tachometer ies «2 soe 2 s eases oo ewe 2 ese 14,15
Tail WiGht(S) x: « = wcem: © s somes 2 eee go oe eg 43
Technical data : 2 emp « » meee x o sees s yee y 379
Technical modifications................. 374
Telephone....... 0... eee eee eee eee ee 169
Audi phone box: « « 200 ys eyes ee seen eee 171
Connecting acell phone............... 169
Dialing anumber................-.0.- 173
Options during a phone call............ 174
Playing MUSIC: = 2 scene 2 x ereeee av eras 2 we 214
SettingS ... 0.6... eee eee 180
Temperature display (outside temperature)... 17
Temperature gauge
Coolant... 0... cece eee eee eee eee eee 14
Tether anchors ..........seseeee eee enee 294
Tether strap... 2. eee eee 294
Text MESSAGES cc + nanos © enone wv ameuenD 6 see 175
also refer to Text messages............ 175
Tie-downs ... 0.6... cee ees 62
THM « vxesine © « osnsiion » owzase © 9 agemane 0 of eneraue wo 4 230
tiptronic
refer to Manual shifting................ 76
Tire Mobility System (tire mobility kit) ..... 349
TUROS s ncsaa 2 2 oem © pra a a meee a © oR & @ HB 319
Low-profile tires.................000. 336
Mobility Kits « swe & x acme ¢ ¢ Sos >t eevee ei 349
RepainiSete. so scm s wane ov case 2 o oe 3 oo 348
Replacing......... cece eee eee eee 352
Service life....................0.000. 328
Tire PrOSSUlC as ss mses + waws ye meres a oH 330
Tire pressure monitoring system.... 337,339
Tire pressure table..............000005 331
Tire pressure (trailer towing mode) ...... 113
Treadwear indicators.................. 328
Unidirectional...................50-- 321
Uniform tire quality grading............ 336
Tires and wheels
Glossary of tire and loading terminology. . 322
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 332
Tone (sound)
refer to Adjusting the sound............ 234
oe) Ca 348
Torn or frayed safety belts............... 248
Touch
referto MMI touch................00- 149
Towing
Front:towing lOOps « seas ss ame sv mews a x 368
Rear towing loop ssascrs x anon: x « wmasicn © = oes 368
Tow truckS .... 2... eee eee ee 367
Towing protection monitor.............0. 30
TPMS
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 337
GISOTEPEF TO TIES sree x & sates x % eater ¥ 28 337.
TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system)
Indicator light « sss + «ows ss ease oe wean 341
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 339
Traffic information..................00. 204
Trailer mode (navigation)............... 197
Trailer towing iwi so seca ee eee 2 vam ee aes 113
Trailer towing mode
Tongue weight..............--000000) 113
Trailer load... 6... eee eee eee 113
Treble (sound) ...... 0. cece cece eee eee 234
Trip computer (analog instrument cluster)... 22
Trip computer (Audi virtual cockpit) ........ 22
Trunk lid
Trunk escape latch...............00005 348
Turn signal... 00... cece eee ee eee eee 44
393