2020 AUDI R8 COUPE warning

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>

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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Power top


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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Power top

Step 2: Open the power top storage
compartment lid
Applies to: vehicles with power top
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Fig. 38 Power top: emergency release for power top stor-
age compartment lid

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Fig. 39 Power top storage compartment lid: lifting and
pulling back
You must open the engine compartment lid be-
fore you can release the power top storage com-
partment lid > page 231.
Releasing the power top storage
compartment lid
> Pierce the plastic cover with the hex socket
wrench > fig. 38. Continue to push the hex
socket wrench in against the power top storage
compartment lid lock so that the lock releases.
>» Use the hex socket wrench to perform the
emergency release on the left and right side in
the engine compartment. The power top stor-
age compartment lid will lift approximately 0.4
inches (1 cm) away from the body.
> Close the engine compartment lid.
Opening the power top storage
compartment lid
> From the rear of the vehicle, reach into the cen-
ter ventilation slot in the power top storage
compartment lid with both hands and raise the
lid approximately 11.8 inches (30 cm).
> Hold the power top storage compartment lid in
this position and pull it toward you until it
stops.

ZX WARNING
Read the warnings on > page 229, General in-
formation before you open the engine com-
partment lid.
©) Note
To reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle,
only open the power top storage compart-
ment lid when the engine compartment lid is
closed.
Step 3: Remove the covers
Applies to: vehicles with power top


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Fig. 41 Power top storage compartment lid: removing the
cover
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The following steps must be performed on both
sides of the vehicle.
> Remove the bolt in the cover on the bottom
side of the power top storage compartment lid
using the open end wrench (4).
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Power top

> Move the cover up and down carefully until it
can be pulled downward from the teeth @).
Step 4: Lift out the power top
Applies to: vehicles with power top

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Fig. 42 Power top storage bay: lifting the power top out

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Fig. 43 Windshield frame: pressing the power top forward
Have a second person assist when positioning the
power top. That person should stand on the op-
posite side of the vehicle and perform the same
steps.
> Hold the power top at the position @ (arrows)
and lift it carefully > A\.
> Pull the power top all the way out toward (2).
Position the fins upward at the same time.
> Push the power top as far forward toward the
windshield frame as possible.



ZX WARNING
— When positioning the power top, avoid con-
tact with the supports or other moving
parts. Otherwise, you could pinch your
hands and increase the risk of injury.
— When pressing the power top toward the
windshield frame, make sure that you do not
pinch yourself or anyone else because this


could cause injury.

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Step 5: Lock the power top
Applies to: vehicles with power top
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Fig. 45 Inner side of the power top: positioning the wheel
wrench
> Remove the cap in the center of the power top
using the screwdriver. The emergency locking
mechanism is located behind it.
> Insert the adapter ().
> Position the wheel wrench and turn the bolt
firmly to the left @ until the power top is com-
pletely locked.
> Remove the wheel wrench and the adapter
from the opening.
> Cover the opening with the cap.


WARNING
Make sure the power top is locked securely.
Otherwise 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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Power top

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.
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—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

Lights and Vision
Exterior lighting
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Fig. 48 Instrument panel: light switch
Light switch ©
Turn the switch to the corresponding position.
When the lights are switched on, the 2» symbol
turns on.
O - lights are off (in some markets, the daytime
running lights* are switched on when the ignition
is switched on.)
— USA models: The daytime running lights switch
on automatically when the ignition is switched
on and the light switch is in the O or AUTO posi-
tion (only in daylight). The Daytime running
lights can be switched on and off in the MMI
>page 44> A.
— Canada models: The daytime running lights
switch on automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is in the O,
300 or AUTO position (only in daylight) > A\.
AUTO* - automatic headlights switch on and off
depending on brightness, for example in twilight,
during rain or in tunnels.
300: - Parking lights
ZO - Low beam headlights
220 - All-weather lights*
Q# - Rear fog light(s)*
All-weather lights*
In vehicles with all-weather lights, the front
lights are adjusted automatically so that you are
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less likely to see glare from your own headlights,
for example when driving on a wet road.
Light functions
The following light functions may be available
depending on vehicle equipment and only func-
tion when the light switch is in the AUTO posi-
tion.
Static cornering light - the cornering light
switches on automatically when the steering
wheel is turned at a certain angle at speeds up to
approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), and when the
turn signal is activated at speeds up to approxi-
mately 25 mph (40 km/h). The area to the side of
the vehicle is illuminated better when turning.
Intersection lighting: on vehicles with a naviga-
tion system’, intersections can be illuminated.

Z\ WARNING
— Automatic headlights* are only intended to
assist the driver. They do not relieve the
driver of responsibility to check the head-
lights and to turn them on manually based
on the current light and visibility conditions.
For example, fog cannot be detected by the
light sensors. So always switch on the low
beams under these weather conditions and
when driving in the dark 2D.
—To reduce glare for traffic behind your vehi-
cle, the rear fog lights* should only be
turned on in accordance with the legal regu-
lations in the country where you are operat-
ing the vehicle.
— If the battery has been discharging for a
while, the parking light may switch off auto-
matically. Always make sure your vehicle is
parked and adequately illuminated accord-
ing to the legal regulations in the country
where you are operating the vehicle. Avoid
using the parking lights for several hours.
— Observe the legal regulations in the country
where you are operating the vehicle when
using the lighting system that is described.

G) Tips
— The light sensor for the automatic head-
lights* is in the rearview mirror mount. Do >