2020 AUDI A4 window

Parking and maneuvering

> Press bin the center display if the visual dis-
tance indicator is shown > page 148, fig. 129.
The system can be activated at low speeds, such
when maneuvering.
Automatic activation
The system activates automatically when reverse
gear is engaged while the engine is running. A
brief tone will sound.
Automatic deactivation
The system will deactivate automatically once
the vehicle exceeds a certain speed while driving
forward.

ZA\ WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
Clean rearview camera
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras

Depending on vehicle equipment, you may be
able to manually initiate rear view camera clean-
ing.
> Move the window wiper lever S7 into the posi-
tion for cleaning the rear window & & page 55.

Z\ WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras




Fig. 131 Center display: aiming at a parking spot
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When parking with the rearview camera or pe-
ripheral camera, the parking aid plus audio and
visual warnings* will also assist you > page 148.
Visual orientation lines
@ The orange orientation lines show the vehi-
cle's direction of travel > @®. Turn the steer-
ing wheel until the orange orientation lines
align with the parking space.
@ Use the blue markings to help you estimate
the distance to an obstacle. Each marking
represents approximately 3 feet (1 meter).
The blue area represents an extension of the
vehicle's outline by approximately 16 feet (5
meters) to the rear.
@ You can recognize the rear bumper in the
lower display.
@® You should stop driving in reverse when the
red orientation line touches the edge of an
object, at the latest.
Symbols
Applies to: vehicles with peripheral cameras
If *2/&2/< is displayed and the display area
represented by that symbol is not available, then
the camera on the that side is not available. The
power exterior mirrors may have been folded in
or a door or the luggage compartment lid may
have been opened.
If % is displayed, there is a system malfunction
and the display area represented by that symbol
is not available. The camera is not working in this
area.
If one of the symbols continues to be displayed,
drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility to have the mal-
function repaired.

Z\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which
the surrounding area cannot be detected.
Objects, animals, and people may only be
detected with limitations may not be detect-
ed at all. Always monitor the trafficand the |>

Navigation

> Double-tap on the map with two fingers.
Rotating the map
> Rotate the map using two fingers.
Tilting the map
> Drag upward or downward with two fingers.
G) Tips
Certain gestures may not be available on all
touch displays or in every menu.
Naviga w with
started
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system and Audi virtual
cockpit
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Fig. 147 Instrument cluster: default view: turning maneu-
ver when route guidance is active (Audi virtual cockpit)
Requirement: route guidance must be on
=> page 177.
The following information will be displayed in the
driver information system, if available:
@ Current vehicle position
@A bar graph appears when there is an upcom-
ing turn. The fewer the bars that are shown, the
shorter the distance is until the turn. If there is
no upcoming turn immediately ahead, the dis-
tance to the destination or stopover, the calculat-
ed arrival time, and a direction arrow for the up-
coming maneuver will be displayed in the right
speedometer. If there is no upcoming maneuver,
the distance to the next maneuver will be dis-
played.
@ Lane recommendation
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Alternative routes
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
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Fig. 148 Center display: display of alternative routes in the
overview map
Opening alternative routes
Requirement: route guidance must be started
= page 177 and the map must be displayed
=> page 181.
> Press ©) > page 180, fig. 145.
@ Current route
The distance to the destination and the calculat-
ed arrival time will be displayed for the current
route.
@ Alternative route
The difference in travel time compared to the se-
lected route will be displayed.
Displaying alternative routes in the
foreground
> Press @ in the corresponding information win-
dow, or
> Press and hold the information window for the
corresponding alternative route (for example,
@ © fig. 148).
Select route
> Press on the information window for the corre-
sponding route (for example @) > fig. 148).

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Navigation

Start map update
> Connect the USB flash drive to the Audi music
interface > page 196. A notification for a map
update will appear in the center display.
> Press on the notification, or
> Open the notification in the notification center
on > page 20 and press on the notification. The
update package is shown.
> Press Next. The status of the installation is
shown in the center display.
> When the update has ended, a notification will
be displayed.
Map updates settings
Applies
to: vehicles with a navigation system and Audi con-
nect Infotainment
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > System maintenance.
Automatic online map update: when the func-
tion is switched on, map updates will be auto-
matically downloaded and installed.
@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=@ in General information on page 169.
Traffic information
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system and online traffic
information
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Fig. 149 Center display: traffic information overview
Open traffic information
Requirement: the map must be displayed
=>page 181.
> Press @) > page 180, fig. 145.
Display traffic report details
> Press on the traffic report @) > fig. 149.
> To display the previous or next traffic report,
press < or.
The following information can be displayed
> fig. 149:
@ Amessage will appear if the MMI calculates a
better route for the current route guidance.
Press on an item ina list @ and select the
better route. More information can be found
under > page 182.
@ Atraffic message is displayed. The distance
to the hazardous area is calculated from the
current vehicle position.
@® The traffic messages are only shown when
route guidance is active. Press ona line to
display details about it.
@) Tips
— Particularly critical traffic information, such
as warnings about wrong-way drivers, is au-
tomatically displayed as a notification.
— Traffic information is not available in some
countries.
Traffic rerouting
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
By receiving traffic information, your MMI calcu-
lates a better route if available and the possible
time saved compared to the current route.
Traffic rerouting
> Start route guidance.
The MMI uses a notification or a note in the traf-
fic information @ = page 185, fig. 149 to indi-
cate a better route. You can decide which route
you would like to use.
To select a better route, you have the following
options:
> Notification: press F2. The better route will be
used for route guidance, or press on the notifi-
cation. Press on the information window for the
better route (for example (2) > page 182,
fig. 148).
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Navigation

> Note in the traffic information: press on the
list entry @ & page 185, fig. 149. Press on the
information window for the better route (for
example (2) > page 182, fig. 148).
Online traffic information
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system and online traffic
information
The MMI can receive real-time online traffic in-
formation about congestion, accidents, road
construction, and other incidents.
Requirement: the MMI must be connected to the
Internet > page 169, Audi connect. Traffic infor-
mation must be switched on in the MMI
=> page 186.
Traffic information will be displayed on the
standard map > page 180, fig. 145.
Online traffic information is also displayed on the
standard map > page 183.
G) Tips
— Having the online traffic information func-
tion switched on provides the most accurate
reports of traffic situations and traffic fore-
casting. Your vehicle transmits and process-
es its anonymous, encrypted position infor-
mation at regular intervals to the traffic da-
ta provider. You can switch off data transfer
at any time > page 270.
— The online traffic information network is
not available in all countries, and the cover-
age is not nationwide.
Settings
Applies to: vehicles with navigation system
You can adjust the navigation system settings in
the instrument cluster and in the MMI display
separately. The settings depend on the country
and vehicle equipment.
Accessing settings
» Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
NAVIGATION > ©}.
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Accessing settings using the multifunction
steering wheel
> Applies to: multifunction steering wheel: Select
in the instrument cluster: Navigation tab >
button.
Please note that a setting applied to the multi-
function steering wheel is only valid for the in-
strument cluster map.
Map settings
Satellite map: see > page 183.
Traffic: you can display current traffic informa-
tion on the map. See > page 181, Traffic infor-
mation display on the map or map preview
— Free flow of traffic
— Traffic obstructions
— Traffic information
Map colors
— Automatic: the map display adapts to the light-
ing conditions (for example, by changing from
day to night when driving through a tunnel).
— Day or Night
Map orientation
— 2D map or 2D north up: the current vehicle po-
sition is displayed. The map is oriented in the
direction of travel or to the north.
— 3D map: the current vehicle position is shown
on a three-dimensional map and is oriented in
the direction of travel.
— Overview: the entire route from the vehicle po-
sition to the destination or the next stopover is
displayed on the map. The map is oriented to
the north.
Automatic zoom
— On: the map scale is adapted automatically de-
pending on the type of road being traveled (ex-
pressway, highway, other roads) so that you al-
ways have an optimal overview of the road
ahead. When route guidance is active, the scale
is adjusted automatically for a better detailed
view when there are upcoming maneuvers.
— Intersection: when route guidance is active, the
scale is adjusted automatically for a better de-
tailed view when there are upcoming maneu-
vers.

Media


Audio/video files

Supported media
Audi music interface: mobile devices > page 196 such as iPhones,
MTP players, and USB storage devices in “USB Device Subclass 1 and
6” that conform to USB 2.0: USB sticks, USB MP3 players (Plug-and-
Play capable), external USB flash drives, and hard drives

USB storage devices: exFAT, FAT, FAT32, NTFS.

File system USB storage device partitions (primary/logical*): 2 per USB connec-
tion.
Playlists -M3U; .PLS; .WPL; .M3U8; .ASX

Number of files
USB storage device: maximum 50,000 files; maximum 1,000 files per
playlist/directory



Audio files
Format File extension
MPEG-1/-2 Layer-3 -mp3
Windows Media Audio 9/10 |.wma Up to maximum 320 kbit/s
48 kHz sampling frequencies
MPEG 2/4 .m4a; .m4b; .aac






Opus Opus; .0gg; .oga
FLAC flac
ALAC .m4a 48 kHz sampling frequency
Monkey's Audio -ape
Video files
Format File extension
MPEG 1/2 -Mpg; .mpeg

MPEG4 AVC (H.264) -mp4; .m4v; .mov; .avi
Up to maximum 15 Mbit/s and
1920x1080 px at maximum 30 fps

Windows Media Video 9 .wmv; .asf
MPEG-H (H.265/HEVC) -mp4; .mov
VP8/VP9 .webm
Flash video flv; fav

iG) Tips
— The media sources do not support the Win-
dows Media Audio 9 Voice format.
— For compressing MP3 files, Audi recom-
mends a bit rate of at least 160 kbit/s. The
display showing the remaining play time
may differ for audio files with variable bit
rate.
— Special characters (such as those in ID3 tag
information) may display differently or may
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not always display, depending on the sys-
tem language.
— The manufacturer of the storage device can
provide information about its “USB Device
Subclass”.
— Some MTP player functions are not support-
ed, such as rating music tracks and video
playback.

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Checking and Filling

a ing the battery

Fig. 166 Engine compartment: connectors for a charger or
jump start cables
Note the safety precautions > page 214, General
information, > A\ in Battery general informa-
tion on page 223 and > /\.
Requirement: only use chargers with a maximum
charging current of 14.8 volts. The battery ca-
bles remain connected.
The battery is located in the engine compart-
ment. The ground point ©) is always located on
the vehicle body.
> Switch off the ignition and all electrical equip-
ment.
> Open the hood > page 215.
> Press the release lever on the positive terminal
and fold the cover upward > fig. 166.
> Clamp the charger terminal clamps to the jump
start pins according to the instructions. (Pin un-
der the cover = “positive”).
> Insert the power cable for the charging device
into the socket and switch the device on.
> At the end of the charging process, switch the
charger off and pull the power cable out of the
socket.
» Remove the charging device terminal clamps.
> Close the cover on the positive terminal.
> Close the hood > page 215.

ZX WARNING
— Never connect the charging cable directly to
your vehicle battery. Only use the connec-
tions in the engine compartment
=> page 225.

— A highly explosive mixture of gases can form
when charging batteries. Only charge the
battery in well-ventilated areas.
— A drained battery can freeze at tempera-
tures around 32 °F (0 °C). Do not charge or
use a frozen or thawed battery. If ice forms,
the battery housing can crack and battery
electrolyte can leak out, which increases the
risk of an explosion and chemical burns.
Contact an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility for more informa-
tion.
— Do not connect or disconnect the charging
cable while charging because this increases


the risk of an explosion.

G) Tips
Read all of the manufacturer's instructions
for the charger before charging the battery.
Windshield washer
system

B8W-0125


Fig. 167 Engine compartment: washer fluid reservoir cap
Follow the safety precautions > page 214, Gener-
al information.
The windshield washer fluid reservoir © contains
the cleaning solution for the windshield and the
headlight washer system > fig. 167, > page 216.
The reservoir capacity can be found in
=> page 278.
To reduce the risk of lime scale deposits on the
spray nozzles, use clean water with low amounts
of calcium. Always add window cleaner to the wa-
ter. When the outside temperatures are cold, an
anti-freezing agent should be added to the water
so that it does not freeze.
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Care and cleaning

Care and cleaning
General information
Regular, proper care helps to maintain your vehi-
cle's value. It can also be a requirement when
submitting warranty claims for corrosion damage
and paint defects on the body.
The required cleaning and care products can be
obtained from an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Service Facility. Read and follow the in-
structions for use on the packaging.

ZA WARNING
— Using cleaning and care products incorrectly
can be dangerous to your health.
— Always store cleaning and care products out
of reach of children to reduce the risk of poi-

soning.

@ For the sake of the environment
— Purchase environmentally-friendly cleaning
products if possible.
— Do not dispose of cleaning and care prod-
ucts with household trash.
Car washes
The longer that deposits such as insects, bird
droppings, tree sap or road salt remain on the ve-
hicle, the more the surface can be damaged. High
temperatures such as those caused by sunlight
increase the damaging effect.
Before washing, rinse off heavy deposits with
plenty of water.
Stubborn deposits such as bird droppings or tree
sap are best removed with plenty of water anda
microfiber cloth.
Also, wash the underside of your vehicle once
road salt stops being used for the season.
Pressure washers
When washing your vehicle with a pressure wash-
er, always follow the operating instructions pro-
vided with the pressure washer. This is especially
important in regard to the pressure and spraying
distance. Do not aim the spray directly at the
seals on the side windows, doors, lids or the sun-
roof* or at tires, rubber hoses, insulating materi-
al, sensors* or camera lenses*. Keep a distance of
at least 16 in (40 cm).
Do not remove snow and ice with a pressure
washer.
Never use cone nozzles or high pressure nozzles.
The water temperature must not be above 140 °F
(60 °C).
Automatic car wash
Spray off the vehicle before washing.
Make sure that the windows and roof* are closed
and the windshield wipers are off. Follow instruc-
tions from the car wash operator, especially if
there are accessories attached to your vehicle.
If possible, use car washes that do not have
brushes.
Washing by hand
Clean the vehicle starting from the top and work-
ing downward using a soft sponge or cleaning
brush. Use solvent-free cleaning products.
Washing vehicles with matte finish paint by
hand
To reduce the risk of damaging the paint when
washing, first remove dust and large particles
from your vehicle. Insects, grease spots, and fin-
gerprints are best removed with a special cleaner
for matte finish paint.
Apply the product using a microfiber cloth. To re-
duce the risk of damaging the paint surface, do
not use too much pressure.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water. Then
clean using a neutral shampoo and a soft micro-
fiber cloth.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly again and let it air
dry. Remove any water residue using a chamois.

ZA WARNING
—To reduce the risk of accidents, only wash
the vehicle when the ignition is off and fol-
low the instructions from the car wash oper-
ator.

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Care and cleaning



Component Situation Solution
Exhaust tail pipes | Road salt Water, cleaning solution suitable for stainless steel, if nec-
essary
Decorative parts/ | Deposits Mild soap solution @), a cleaning solution suitable for stain-
Trim less steel, if necessary

Paint Paint damage Repair with touch-up paint

Spilled fuel Rinse with water immediately

Surface rust Rust remover, then treat with hard wax; for questions, con-
sult an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility.

Corrosion Have it removed by an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility.

Water no longer
beads on the surface
of clean paint
Treat with hard wax (at least twice per year)

No shine even though
paint has been pro-
tected/paint looks
poor
Treat with suitable polish; then apply paint protectant if
the polish that was used does not contain any protectant

Deposits such as in-
sects, bird droppings,
tree sap, and road
salt
Dampen with water immediately and remove with a micro-
fiber cloth

Grease-based con-
taminants such as
cosmetics or sunblock
Remove immediately with a mild soap solution ® anda
soft cloth


Carbon compo- Deposits Clean the same way as painted components > page 247
nents
Decorative decals | Deposits Soft sponge with a mild soap solution?

a) Mild soap solution: maximum two tablespoons of
Interior cleaning
neutral soap in 1 quart (1 liter) of water


Component Situation Solution
Window glass Deposits Glass cleaner, then wipe dry
Decorative parts/ | Deposits Mild soap solution®
Trim
Plastic parts Deposits Damp cloth

Heavier deposits Mild soap solution ®), detergent-free plastic cleaning solu-
tion, if necessary


Displays/instru- | Deposits Soft cloth with LCD cleaner; dust in the lower area of the
ment cluster instrument cluster can be removed using a soft brush.
Controls Deposits Soft brush, then a soft cloth with a mild soap solution®
Safety belts Deposits Mild soap solution ), allow to dry before letting them re-

tract

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