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Power top

Power top
Automatic power top
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Applies to: vehicles with power top
The power top opens and closes automatically.
When open, the power top is stored completely
in the power top compartment. The power top
can be opened or closed at speeds up to 30 mph
(50 km/h). The power top will not open when the
temperature is below 5 °F (-15 °C).
Under normal conditions, the power top is wind-
and waterproof. In rare cases, small droplets of
water may form under extreme weather condi-
tions such as torrential or prolonged rain. That is
normal and no cause for concern.
Follow the care instructions to keep the power
top free of leaks and to maintain its appearance
= page 265, Care and cleaning. Also observe the
following:
— Open and stow the power top only when it is
clean and dry. Stowing the power top when it is
damp can create imprints in it, and if it is left
that way for long periods of time, mildew and
other damage can form. To prevent scratching
or damaging the power top, do not use any
sharp-edged objects to remove ice and snow.
The rear window may be cleared with a stand-
ard ice scraper.
— Do not leave the power top open for several
weeks or the creases in it may become discol-
ored.
— Do not open the power top when the tempera-
ture is below 32 °F (0 °C). The fabric in the
power top loses elasticity in sub-zero tempera-
tures.
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Opening and closing the power top
Applies to: vehicles with power top

Fig. 28 Center console: power top switch
Requirement: the engine compartment lid must
be closed.
Opening and closing the power top
> Switch the ignition on.
> To open or close the power top, pull or press
and hold the switch until it is completely
opened or closed.
Opening/closing the power top using the
one-touch function
> Switch the ignition on.
> To open/close the power top all the way, briefly
pull/press the power top switch. It is not neces-
sary to hold the switch. The one-touch function
is only available at speeds between 4 mph
(6 km/h) and 30 mph (50 km/h).
The status of the power top is shown in the in-
strument cluster when operating the power top
switch.
A message will appear in the instrument cluster
if the power top cannot be opened or closed.

ZA\ WARNING
— When operating the power top, make sure
the function is not affected by wind or other
factors and that it does not interfere with
other drivers.
— 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. |P>

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— Make sure no one will be injured by the pow-
er top supports and other moving compo-
nents when opening and closing the top.
— Visibility to the rear is limited when operat-
ing the power top. Avoid operating the top
while driving in reverse.

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— 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.
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—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.
—If there is a malfunction, the power top can
also be operated manually as a temporary
solution > page 35, Power top emergency
operation. An authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Audi Service Facility should diag-
nose and correct the cause of the malfunc-
tion immediately.
— 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.
Power top convenience opening and closing
Applies to: vehicles with power top

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Fig. 29 Remote control key: button programming

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Fig. 30 Turning the key to open and close
Convenience opening with the driver door
lock
> Press the G@ button on the remote control key to
unlock the vehicle.
> Turn the key once in the driver door lock to the
unlock position @).
> 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 @).
> Turn the key to the closing position again with-
in two seconds and hold it there until the pow-
er top closes completely.
Convenience opening with the convenience
key*
> Press the &@ button on the convenience key” to
unlock the vehicle.
> Press the @ button a second time within two
seconds and hold it until the power top opens
completely. >
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Power top

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.

ZX WARNING
Read and follow the important safety precau-
tions > A\ in Opening and closing the power
top on page 32.
G) Tips
When operating automatically, the rear win-
dow must be closed with the rear window
switch after the power top finishes running.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with power top

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
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.

Z\ 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.

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Wind deflector
Applies to: vehicles with wind deflector



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Fig. 31 Installing the wind deflector
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Fig. 32 Luggage compartment: storing the wind deflector
The wind deflector reduces air movement in the
passenger compartment in order to increase driv-
ing comfort.
The wind deflector is located in the luggage com-
partment. Installing it from the side of the vehi-
cle that is farthest from traffic is recommended
for safety reasons. Follow the installation in-
structions provided in the storage bag.
Installing/removing the wind deflector
> To install the wind deflector, slide the retaining
pin @ into the mount @) > fig. 31. The wind
deflector is secure when it clicks into place and
the red marks on both buttons are no longer
visible.
> To remove the wind deflector, press both but-
tons @ and pull the deflector upward and out.
Storing the wind blocker
> Slide the wind deflector into the storage bag
with the retaining pins facing downward.
> Engage the storage bag into the retainers () in
the luggage compartment © fig. 32.

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AN WARNING
— Do not use the wind deflector to secure car-
go.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, pay atten-
tion to traffic when installing the wind de-
flector.

(i) Tips
— The wind deflector works best when all of
the windows are rolled up while driving.
—To prevent mildew, do not store the wind
deflector when it is damp.
Rear window
Applies to: vehicles with extendable rear window
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Fig. 33 Rear window in wind deflector position
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Fig. 34 Center console: rear window switch
The rear window can only be operated when the
ignition is switched on. The rear window can be
raised slightly when the power top is open to re-
duce air movement inside the vehicle and in-
crease comfort © fig. 33.
Retracting/extending the rear window
> To retract/extend the rear window, press/pull
the switch until the retracting/extending proc-
ess is complete.
> To set an intermediate position, press/pull the
switch until the rear window reaches the de-
sired position.
> To fully retract the rear window, press the
switch briefly. There is no need to hold the
switch. To cancel the retracting process, press
the switch again.

ZA WARNING
—To reduce the risk of injury, do not use the
rear window to secure cargo or other ob-
jects.
— Never retract or extend the rear window
carelessly or in an uncontrolled manner.
Pinching could cause serious injuries.


Power top emergency
operation
General information
Applies to: vehicles with power top
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Fig. 35 Tool

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The power top can be closed manually if there is
a malfunction.
> Set the parking brake.
> Open all windows.
> Switch the ignition off.
> Pull the button > page 32, fig. 28 for approxi-
mately 10 to 15 seconds to reduce the pressure
in the power top hydraulics.
> Open the luggage compartment lid.
> Remove the screwdriver ®, the hex socket
wrench (Q), the open end wrench (3), the wheel
wrench () and the adapter (5) > fig. 35 from
the vehicle tool kit.
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Power top

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.

ZX 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.

iG) Tips
Emergency locking is not intended for long-
term use or long drives. The power top will
not be completely waterproof after using the
emergency locking procedure because the
seals will not be seated correctly. Only close
the power top manually in an emergency.
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility immediately to have
the malfunction corrected.
Step 1: Retract the rear window
Applies to: vehicles with power top
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removing the cover
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using the hex socket wrench to roll down the rear window
The rear window must be retracted in order to
close the power top. If the rear window cannot be
operated with the switch > page 35, you can roll
down the rear window.
> Open the storage compartment between the
seat backrests.
> Remove the cover with the screwdriver.
> Press the hex socket wrench firmly into the
opening until it audibly engages.
> Turn the bolt clockwise until the rear window is
lowered.

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Step 6: Secure the fins on the body
Applies to: vehicles with power top


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Fig. 46 Power top: pressing the fins downward
> Press the fins downward firmly.

Z\ WARNING
Make sure the fins lie on the body. Otherwise
the power top will not lock securely and it
could open while driving. This can result in in-
juries and damage to the vehicle.
GQ) Note
To reduce the risk of damage, do not lift the
fins up again under any circumstances.
Step 7: Extend the rear window
Applies to: vehicles with power top

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Fig. 47 Storage compartment between the seat backrests:
extending the rear window
> Press the hex socket wrench firmly into the
opening until it audibly engages.
> Turn the bolt counterclockwise until the rear
window is extended.
cy Note
—To reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle
when extending the window, make sure the
rear window is in the guide in the power top
and the fins are resting on the power top
storage compartment lid.
— Drive a maximum of 30 mph (50 km/h) and
have the malfunction corrected immediately
by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
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Lights and Vision

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.

ZA WARNING
Curved mirror surfaces (convex) enlarge the
field of vision. However, they make objects in
the mirror appear smaller and farther away.
When using these mirrors to estimate your
distance to vehicles behind you when chang-
ing lanes, you could estimate incorrectly,
which increases the risk of an accident.
@) Note
If the mirror housing was moved by force (for
example, by running into an object when ma-
neuvering the vehicle), the mirror must be
folded all the way in using the power folding
function. The mirror housing must not be
moved back into place by hand because this
could impair the function of the mirror mech-
anism.
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.
Dimming the mirrors
Automatic dimming rearview mirror


> The interior and exterior mirrors* dim auto-
matically when light shines on them, for exam-
ple from headlights on a vehicle behind you.


other respiratory conditions. Take deep
breaths immediately after leaving the vehi-
cle or, if this is not possible, open all of the
doors and windows as wide as possible.
— If electrolyte fluid comes into contact with
the eyes, flush them thoroughly with plenty
of clean water for at least 15 minutes and
then seek medical attention.
— If electrolyte fluid comes into contact with
the skin, flush the affected area with clean
water for at least 15 minutes, and then
clean with soap and water and seek medical
attention. Clean affected clothing and shoes
thoroughly before wearing again.
— If the fluid was swallowed and the person is
conscious, flush the mouth with water for at
least 15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting
unless this is recommended by medical pro-
fessionals. Seek medical attention immedi-
ately.


ZA\ WARNING
Electrolyte fluid can leak from automatic dim-
ming mirrors if the glass is broken. Electrolyte
fluid can irritate skin, eyes and airways.
— Repeated or long-term exposure to electro-
lyte fluid can lead to irritation of the air-


ways, especially in people with asthma or

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C) Note
If the glass on an automatic dimming mirror
breaks, electrolyte can leak out. This liquid
damages plastic surfaces. Clean this liquid as
quickly as possible, for example with a wet
sponge.
G) Tips
— If the light reaching the rearview mirror is
obstructed, the automatic dimming mirror
will not function correctly,
— The automatic dimming mirrors do not dim
when the interior lighting is turned on or
the reverse gear is selected.

Stowing and using

@) Note
Beverage containers in the cup holders should
always
have a lid. Otherwise, the liquid inside
could spill and cause damage to vehicle
equipment.
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nal storage compartments
You will find a variety of storage compartments
and holders at various 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*
— Key compartment in the center console
— Coat hooks
— Storage compartment between the seat backr-
ests*

ZA\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of injury, make sure all
storage compartments are always closed
while driving.
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Store objects securely 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.
— Make sure your view toward the rear is not
blocked, for example by hanging clothing or
objects in the vehicle.
— Only lightweight clothing should be hung
from the garment hooks in the vehicle. Do
not use clothes hangers to hang clothing.
The pockets of the clothing must not con-
tain any heavy, breakable, or sharp-edged
objects. This could impair the effectiveness
of the side curtain airbags.

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@) Note
Make sure that the heating grid strips for the
rear window defogger are not damaged by
abrasive objects.
Luggage compartment
General information
All pieces of luggage or objects must be securely
stowed.
Even small and light objects can absorb so much
energy during a collision or an accident that they
can cause severe injuries.

Z\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of injury, always stow ob-
jects
securely in the luggage compartment.
— 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.
— Never exceed the permitted axle and load
and vehicle weight > page 290.
— 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.
— 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 180.
() Note
Make sure that the heating grid strips for the
rear window defogger are not damaged by
abrasive objects.