2020 AUDI R8 COUPE warning

Instrument cluster


ZA WARNING
Have the safety systems inspected immedi-
ately. Otherwise, there is a risk that the sys-
tems may not activate during a collision,
which increases the risk of serious injury or
death.

PRT ava fle
The A indicator light stays on until the driver's
and front passenger's* safety belts are fastened.
Above a certain speed, there will also be a warn-
ing tone.
G) Tips
For additional information on safety belts,
see > page 180.
@- Steering lock
|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 author-
ized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
@—<| 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
To reduce the risk of an accident, do not tow
your vehicle when there is a malfunction in
the electronic steering lock.
oem eee
BS Engine start system: malfunction! Please
contact Service

Do not switch the ignition off because you may
not be able to switch it on again.
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Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the
malfunction corrected.
S&S Engine start system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
There is a malfunction in the engine start system.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
*\ Engine stop while driving
If the S indicator light turns on, there may bea
malfunction in the engine or fuel supply.
More force is needed to steer and brake the mov-
ing vehicle when the engine is stopped. If the ve-
hicle is rolling, try to bring it to a stop off to the
side from moving traffic. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.

ZA\ WARNING
If the engine stops while driving, you will
need to use more force to brake the vehicle.
This increases the risk of an accident. There
will still be power steering if the ignition is
switched on while the vehicle is rolling and
there is sufficient battery charge. Otherwise,
you must use greater force when steering.

33/2 Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)

If the B&B indicator light blinks while driving, the
ESC or ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation) is actively regu-
lating.
If the BB indicator light turns on, the system has
switched the ESC off. In this case, you can switch
the ignition off and then on to switch the ESC on
again. The indicator light turns off when the sys-
tem is fully functional.
If the B indicator light turns on, ESC was
switched off using the 2%] button > page 87.


Stabilization control (ESC/ABS): malfunction!
See owner's manual

Opening and closing


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Fig. 11 Your vehicle key set
@ Remote or convenience key*
The convenience key* is a remote control key with
special functions > page 24 and > page 60.
You can unlock/lock your vehicle with the remote
control key. A mechanical key is integrated in the
remote control key > page 23.
@ Key tag with vehicle code*
The vehicle code* on the key tag can be rubbed
off. It does not have a function.
Replacing a key
If a key is lost, see an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility. Have this key de-
activated. It is important to bring all keys with
you. If a key is lost, you should report it to your
insurance company.
Number of keys
You can check the number of keys assigned to
your vehicle in the Infotainment system. To do
this, select the [MENU] button > Vehicle > left
control button > Service & checks > Vehicle in-
formation. This way, you can make sure that you
have all the keys when purchasing a used vehicle.


Electronic immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents unauthorized use of
the vehicle.
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may not
be able to start if there is a remote control key
from a different vehicle manufacturer on the key
chain.
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Data in the master key
When driving, service and maintenance-relevant
data is continuously stored in your convenience
key. Your Audi service advisor can read out this
data and tell you about the work your vehicle
needs.
Personal convenience settings
If two people use one vehicle, it is recommended
that each person always uses “their own” master
key. When the ignition is turned off or when the
vehicle is locked, personal convenience settings
for the following systems are stored and as-
signed to the remote master key.
— Climate control system
— Driver's seat adjustment* with power seats
=> page 50
— Parking aid*
— Drive select
The stored settings are automatically recalled
when you unlock the vehicle, open the doors or
turn on the ignition.

ZA WARNING
If you leave the vehicle, switch the ignition off
and take the vehicle key with you. This applies
particularly when children remain in the vehi-
cle. Otherwise the children could start the en-
gine or operate electrical equipment such as
power windows.

() Note
Protect the remote control key against high
temperatures and direct sunlight.
(@) For the sake of the environment
XX Do not dispose of remote control keys in
household trash. They contain materials that
can be recycled. Contact an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
more information.
(i) Tips
— The operation of the remote control key can
be temporarily disrupted by interference
from transmitters near the vehicle working >

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> To unlock the vehicle, press the &@ button
> fig. 14.
> To lock the vehicle, press the & button once.
> To unlock the luggage compartment lid, press
the & button.
> To trigger the alarm, press the red [PANIC] but-
ton.
The vehicle horn and emergency flashers
will activate.
> To switch off the alarm, press the red [PANIC
button again.




If you unlock the vehicle and do not open any of
the doors, the engine compartment lid, or the
luggage compartment lid within 45 seconds, the
vehicle automatically locks again. This feature
prevents the vehicle from being accidentally left
unlocked for a long period of time.
The settings in the Infotainment system deter-
mine if the entire vehicle or only the driver's door
is unlocked when unlocking the vehicle
=> page 25.


Z\ WARNING
No one, especially children, should stay in the
vehicle when it is locked from the outside, be-
cause the windows can no longer be opened
from the inside > page 26. Locked doors
make it more difficult for emergency workers
to get into the vehicle, which puts lives at risk.

G Tips
— Only use the remote control key when you
are within view of the vehicle.
— The "P" position must be engaged to lock
the vehicle.
— Only use the panic function in an emergen-
cy.
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Unlocking and locking with the
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The doors can be unlocked/locked without using
the remote control key.

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Fig. 15 Door handle: sensor
Unlocking the vehicle
> Grip the door handle. The door unlocks auto-
matically.
> Pull on the door handle to open the door.
Locking the vehicle
» Select the "P" position. The vehicle cannot be
locked if "P" is not selected.
> To lock the vehicle, close the door and touch
the sensor in the door handle once > fig. 15. Do
not hold the door handle while doing this.
You can unlock/lock the vehicle at every door. The
convenience key must no be more than approxi-
mately 5 feet (1.5 m) away from the door handle.
The function should not be impaired if the con-
venience key is in your jacket pocket or in your
briefcase, for example.
If you hold the door handle while locking, this
can impair the locking function.
The door cannot be opened for a brief period di-
rectly after locking it. This way you have the op-
portunity to check if the doors locked correctly.
The settings in the Infotainment system deter-
mine if the entire vehicle or only one of the doors
is unlocked when unlocking the vehicle
=> page 25.

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AN WARNING
No one, especially children, should stay in the
vehicle when it is locked from the outside, be-
cause the windows can no longer be opened
from the inside > page 26. Locked doors
make it more difficult for emergency workers
to get into the vehicle, which puts lives at risk.

ZA\ WARNING
Read and following all WARNINGS. > A\ in
Key set on page 22
G) Tips
If your vehicle is left standing for a long peri-
od of time, note the following:
—To prevent the vehicle battery from dis-
charging, the energy management gradual-
ly switches off convenience functions that
are not needed. You then may no longer be
able to unlock your vehicle with the sensors.
— For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
=> page 287.
Central locking switch


Fig. 16 Driver's door: central locking switch
> To lock the vehicle, press the & button > A\.
> To unlock the vehicle, press the @ button.
When locking the vehicle with the central locking
switch, the following applies:
— The doors and the luggage compartment lid
cannot be opened from the outside for security
reasons, such as to prevent unauthorized open-
ing while stopped at a light.
— The LED in the central locking switch turns on
when all doors are closed and locked.
— You can open the doors individually from the in-
side by pulling the door handle.
— In the event of a crash with airbag deployment,
the doors unlock automatically to allow access
to the vehicle.

ZA\ WARNING
— The central locking switch also works when
the ignition is switched off and automatical-
ly locks the entire vehicle when the & button
is pressed.
— The central locking switch is inoperative
when the vehicle is locked from the outside.
— Locked doors make it more difficult for
emergency workers to get into the vehicle,
which puts lives at risk. Do not leave anyone
behind in the vehicle, especially children.
Gi) Tips
Your vehicle locks automatically when it
reaches a speed of 9 mph (15 km/h) (Auto
Lock) = page 21. You can unlock the vehicle
again using the @ button in the central lock-
ing switch.
Setting the central locking system
You can adjust the central locking system to your
preferences. The settings depend on the vehicle
equipment.


> Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button > Vehicle
settings.

Door unlocking - You can decide if All doors or
only the Driver door should unlock. If you select
Driver, only the door whose handle you pull will
unlock.
Long press to open windows - You can select if
all windows should open using the vehicle key
= page 29, Convenience opening and closing. If
you press and hold the ff button on the vehicle
key, all of the windows will close.
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Opening and closing

All doors will be unlocked if you press the ( but-
ton twice on the convenience key when the Driver
setting is selected.
Lock when driving” - If you select On, all doors
and the luggage compartment lid will be locked
automatically when driving (Auto Lock).
Fold mirrors - If you select On, the exterior rear-
view mirrors fold will in automatically when you
press the f button on the remote control key or
touch the sensor® in the handle.

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If the central locking fails, you must unlock or
lock the doors separately.

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Fig. 18 Front passenger's door: emergency release
Unlocking and locking the driver's door with
the mechanical key
> Remove the mechanical key > page 23.
> To unlock the driver's door, turn the key to the
unlock position in the direction of arrow @)
> fig. 17.

D This function is not available in all countries.
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> To lock the driver's door, select the P position
and turn the key once to the closing position
@.
Locking the front passenger's door with the
mechanical key
The mechanical lock is located on the edge of the
front passenger's door. It is only visible when the
door is open.
> Remove the mechanical key > page 23.
>» Remove the cap from the opening > fig. 18.
> Insert the key into the slot inside and turn it all
the way to the right (right door) or to the left
(left door*).
Once the front passenger's door is closed, it is no
longer possible to open it from the outside. The
door can be opened from the inside by pulling
the door handle.
Nie aee Ley a)
If the anti-theft alarm system detects a vehicle
break-in, audio and visual warning signals are
triggered. The anti-theft alarm system is switch-
ed on or off when locking or unlocking your vehi-
cle. If the alarm is triggered, it will shut off auto-
matically after a certain amount of time.
Switching the alarm off manually
> To switch the alarm off, press the @ button on
the remote control key or switch the ignition
on.
Break-in security feature
The alarm will sound if there is a break-in at the
doors, engine compartment lid, and/or luggage
compartment lid.

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Luggage compartment
lid
Opening and closing the luggage
compartment lid
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Fig. 19 Driver's door: unlocking the luggage compartment
lid

B4S-0023

Fig. 20 Unlocked luggage compartment lid
When opening the luggage compartment lid, the
windshield wipers must be switched off and the
wiper arms must be folded against the window.
Otherwise the paint could be damaged.
Opening the luggage compartment lid
> To unlock the luggage compartment lid, press
the & button on the remote control key. Or
> Press the & button in the driver's door.
> Press the tab. This releases the catch.
> Lift the luggage compartment lid.
Closing the luggage compartment lid
> Push the luggage compartment lid down until
you override the force of the struts.
> Close the luggage compartment lid.
> Carefully push the luggage compartment lid
closed using both hands until it audibly engag-
eso /\.


ZA WARNING
— After closing the luggage compartment lid,
make sure that it is latched. Otherwise the
luggage compartment lid could open sud-
denly when driving, which increases the risk
of an accident.
— Never leave your vehicle unattended when
the luggage compartment lid is open. A
child could crawl into the luggage compart-
ment. If the luggage compartment lid was
then closed, the child would be trapped in
the vehicle and unable to escape. To reduce
the risk of injury, do not allow children to
play in or around the vehicle. Always keep
the luggage compartment lid and the doors
closed when the vehicle is not in use.
— Always make sure no one is in the luggage
compartment lid's range of motion when it
is closing, especially near the hinges. Fin-
gers or hands could be pinched.

G) Tips
— When the vehicle is locked, the luggage
compartment lid can be unlocked separately
by pressing the <> button on the remote
control key. The luggage compartment lid
locks automatically when it is closed again.
— In case of an emergency or a faulty handle,
the luggage compartment lid can be opened
manually from the inside > page 28.
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The luggage compartment lid can be released
from the inside in an emergency.
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Fig. 21 Front passenger footwell: cover
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Fig. 22 Front passenger footwell: emergency release
> Remove the floor mat.
> Remove the cover > fig. 21.
> Pull the red plastic cord in the direction of the
arrow > fig. 22.
In case of an emergency, the front lid can be
opened from the inside using the trunk escape
handle.

Fig. 23 Luggage compartment: Trunk escape handle
> To open the front lid pull the handle.
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The trunk escape handle inside the luggage com-
partment is made of fluorescent material to glow
in the dark.
Z\ WARNING
The trunk escape handle is to be used only in
an emergency.
Power windows
Controls

The driver can control all power windows.
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Fig. 24 Driver's door: power window controls
All power window switches have a two-stage
function:
Opening and closing the windows
> To open or close the window completely, press
the switch down or pull the switch up briefly to
the second level. The operation will stop if the
switch is pressed or pulled again.
> To select a position in between opened and
closed,
press or pull the switch to the first level
until
the desired window position is reached.
Power window switches
1) Left door
Right door

ZA\ WARNING
— Pay careful attention when closing the win-
dows. Pinching could cause serious injuries.
— When locking the vehicle from outside, the
vehicle must be unoccupied since the win-
dows can no longer be opened in an emer-
gency. >

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@) Tips
You can still open and close the windows for
approximately 10 minutes after turning the
ignition off. The power windows do not switch
off until the driver's door or front passenger's
door has been opened.
Convenience opening and closing
All windows can be opened and closed at the
same time.
For power top* convenience opening/closing, re-
fer to the information in > page 33.
Convenience opening feature
> Press and hold the @ button on the remote con-
trol key until all windows reach the desired po-
sition.
Convenience closing feature
> Hold the key in the driver's door lock in the lock
position until all windows are closed > /\.
Setting convenience opening in the
Infotainment system
The function can be switched on/off in the Info-
tainment system > page 25.

Z\ WARNING
— Never close the windows carelessly or in an
uncontrolled manner, because this increases
the risk of injury.
— For security reasons, the windows can only
be opened and closed with the remote con-
trol key at a maximum distance of approxi-
mately 6 ft (2 m) away from the vehicle.
When pressing the f button, always watch
the windows while they are closing so that
no one is pinched in the window. The closing
process will stop immediately when the fa
button is released.


Correcting power window malfunctions
You can reactivate the one-touch up/down func-
tion if it malfunctions.
> Pull the power window switch up until the win-
dow is completely raised.
>» Release the switch and pull it up again for at
least one second.
Garage door opener
Applies to: vehicles with garage door opener
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Fig. 25 Garage door opener: examples of usage for differ-
ent systems
With the garage door opener, you can activate
systems such as the garage doors, security sys-
tems or house lights from inside your vehicle. Up
to three remote control functions can be pro-
grammed to the three buttons that are integrat-
ed in the control unit above the rearview mirror.
To be able to operate systems using the garage
door opener, the buttons in the control unit must
first be programmed.

Z\ WARNING
When operating or programming the garage
door opener, make sure that no people or ob-
jects are in the area immediately surrounding
the equipment. People can be injured or prop-
erty can be damaged if struck when closing.
@® Tips
— For security reasons, we recommend that
you clear the programmed buttons before
selling the vehicle.

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