2020 AUDI R8 COUPE brake light

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Intelligent Technology

faster than 85 mph (140 km/h). Drive immedi-
ately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction re-
paired. The color of the indicator light depends
on the vehicle speed.

ZA WARNING
Driving at higher speeds without the rear
spoiler deployed can impair handling charac-
teristics, making the vehicle harder to control.
— Always make sure that the spoiler is de-
ployed when driving at speeds over 85 mph
(140 km/h). If the rear spoiler warning/indi-
cator light in the instrument cluster comes
on, the rear spoiler may not have deployed.
— Never drive at speeds higher than 85 mph
(140 km/h) if the spoiler is not deployed.
Have the spoiler inspected as soon as possi-
ble by an authorized Audi dealer or qualified
workshop.
— Always obey speed limits and other traffic
laws.
— Hot air from the engine compartment can
escape through the rear spoiler when it is
open and it could burn you.

ZA\ WARNING
Improper operation of the rear spoiler can
cause crushing injuries.
— Always make sure that nobody, especially
children, is in the way when the rear spoiler
is deployed or retracted.

©) Note
— Never push on the vehicle on the rear spoil-
er. This could cause damage.
— To prevent damage to the rear spoiler do
not lean or place anything on it.
—To reduce the risk of damage, only operate
the rear spoiler manually when the engine
compartment lid is closed and the moving
parts for the rear spoiler are not blocked.
G@) Tips
Clean the rear spoiler compartment every 2 to
3 months. To function correctly, the rear
spoiler must be free of ice, snow and leaves.
Energy management
Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent ener-
gy management system for distributing electrici-
ty. This significantly improves the starting ability
and increases the vehicle battery life.
(i) Tips
— If you drive short distances frequently, the
vehicle battery may not charge enough
while driving. As a result, convenience func-
tions for electrical equipment may be tem-
porarily unavailable.
— The vehicle battery will gradually drain if
the vehicle is not driven for long periods of
time, or if electrical equipment is used
when the engine is not running. To ensure
that the vehicle can still be started, the
electrical equipment will be limited or
switched off.
Notice about data
recorded by the Event
Data Recorder and
vehicle control modules
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Re-
corder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near crash-like situa-
tions, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understand-
ing how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR
is designed to record data related to vehicle dy-
namics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this
vehicle is designed to record such data as:
— How various systems in your vehicle were oper-
ating;
— Whether or not the driver and passenger safety
belts were buckled/fastened;
— How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
— How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understand-
ing of the circumstances in which crashes and
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Checking and Filling


the high temperature of the emissions sys- or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
tem could start a fire. malfunction corrected.

— Do not apply underbody protectant in the
exhaust system area, because this increases AN WARNING
the risk of fire. Incorrect use of the connection port for the
On Board Diagnostic System can cause mal-
eo functions, which can then result in accidents
and serious injuries.

Follow the safety precautions > page 228, Gener- — Only allow an authorized Audi dealer or au-
al information. thorized Audi Service Facility to read out the
engine data.

The vehicle may only be driven with unleaded
gasoline, or the catalytic converter will be de- .
stroyed. Engine compartment
Never drive until the tank is completely empty. General information
The irregular supply of fuel that results from that
can cause engine misfires. Uncombusted fuel
could enter the exhaust system, which could

Special care is required if you are working in the
engine compartment
cause overheating and damage to the catalytic For work in the engine compartment, such as
converter. checking and filling fluids, there is a risk of in-
jury, scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD) reason, follow all the warnings and general
safety precautions provided in the following in-
formation. The engine compartment is a dan-
gerous area. > /\.
The On Board Diagnostic System monitors the
engine and transmission components that influ-
ence emissions.
ZA\ WARNING
— Turn the engine off.
— Switch the ignition off.
— Set the parking brake.
— Select the “P” (Park) selector lever position.
— Allow the engine to cool.
— Keep children away from the engine com-
partment.
— Never spill fluids on a hot engine. These flu-
ids (such as the freeze protection contained
in the coolant) can catch fire.
— Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
— Never reach into the radiator fan. The fan is
Engine data can be read out at the On Board Di- temperature-controlled and can turn on
agnostic System connection port using a special suddenly, even when the ignition is switched
testing device > fig. 175. off.
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port for the On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)
On Board Diagnostic System
Indicator light — Never open the engine compartment lid
when there is steam or coolant escaping
from the engine compartment, because
there is a risk that you could be burned.
Wait until no steam or coolant is escaping.
If the S indicator light blinks or turns on, there
is a malfunction that is causing poor emissions
quality and that could damage the catalytic con-
verter. Drive slowly to an authorized Audi dealer
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Checking and Filling


authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility for assistance.
— If the brake fluid is old, bubbles may form in
the brake system during heavy braking. This
could impair braking performance and driv-
ing safety, which increases the risk of an ac-
cident.
— The brake fluid in your vehicle must meet
the standard VW 501 14 and is available at
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Au-
di Service Facility. If this brake fluid is not
available, another high-grade brake fluid of
equivalent quality may be used, and it must
meet the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Stand-
ard (FMVSS) 116 DOT 4, Class 6.

@) Note
— If the brake fluid level is above the MAX
marking, brake fluid may leak out over the
edge of the reservoir and result in damage
to the vehicle.
— Do not allow any brake fluid to come into
contact with the vehicle paint, because it
will corrode the paint.
Electrical system
If the = or fl] indicator light turns on, there is a
malfunction in the generator, the battery, or the
vehicle electrical system.
= Electric system: malfunction! Battery is not
being charged
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility immediately. Turn off all un-
necessary electrical equipment because it will
drain the battery. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility if the battery
charge level is too low.
= Electrical system: low battery charge. Bat-
tery will be charged while driving
The starting ability may be impaired.
If this message turns off after a little while, the
vehicle battery has charged enough while driving.
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If this message does not turn off, drive immedi-
ately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility.
Battery
Battery general information
Because of the complex power supply, all work on
batteries such as disconnecting, replacing, etc.,
should only be performed by an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility > A\.
Multiple batteries with different technologies
may be installed in your vehicle:
— Vehicle battery (for example, for starting the
engine, basic power supply) > page 241, Lead
battery or > page 241, Other battery types
— Auxiliary battery (for example, for recuperation
or optional equipment) > page 241, Other bat-
tery types
Not running the vehicle for long periods of
time
The battery will gradually drain if the vehicle
does not run for long periods of time. To ensure
that the vehicle can still be started, the electrical
equipment will be limited or switched off. Some
convenience functions, such as interior lighting
or power seat adjustment, may not be available
under certain circumstances. The convenience
functions will be available again when you start
the
engine.
Even when electrical equipment is switched off,
the equipment can still drain the battery if the
vehicle is not driven for long periods of time.
Deep draining results in a chemical reaction that
destroys the inside of the battery. The battery
must be charged every month to prevent this
= page 242. Contact an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility for more infor-
mation.
Winter operation
Cold weather places higher demands on the bat-
tery. This results in reduced starting ability. Have
the battery checked by an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility before cold
weather begins.

Care and cleaning


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.
—To reduce the risk of cuts, protect yourself
from sharp metal components when wash-
ing the underbody or the inside of the wheel
housings.
— After washing the vehicle, the braking effect
may be delayed due to moisture on the
brake rotors or ice in the winter. This in-
creases the risk of an accident. The brakes
must be dried with a few careful brake appli-
cations.

©) Note
— If you wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash, you must retract the extendable rear
spoiler* if necessary, and fold the exterior
mirrors in to reduce the risk of damage.
Power folding exterior mirrors* must only
be folded in and out using the power folding
function.
—To reduce the risk of paint damage, do not
wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.
—To reduce the risk of damage, do not wash
decorative decals* with a pressure washer.
—To reduce the risk of damage, do not wash
the power top with a pressure washer.
—To reduce the risk of damage to the surface,
do not use insect removing sponges, kitchen
sponges, or similar items.
— When washing matte finish painted vehicle
components:
—To reduce the risk of damage to the sur-
face, do not use polishing agents or hard
wax.
— Never use protective wax. It can destroy
the matte finish effect.
— Do not place any stickers or magnetic
signs on vehicle components painted with
matte finish paint. The paint could be
damaged when the stickers or magnets
are removed.
(*) For the sake of the environment
Only wash the vehicle in facilities specially de-
signed for that purpose. This will reduce the
risk of dirty water contaminated with oil from
entering the sewer system.
Cleaning and care information
When cleaning and caring for individual vehicle
components, refer to the following tables. The
information contained there is simply recommen-
dations. For questions or for components that
Exterior cleaning
are not listed, consult an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility. Also follow
the information found in > A.





Component Situation Solution
Windshield wiper | Deposits Soft cloth with glass cleaner > page 48
blades
Headlights/ Deposits Soft sponge with a mild soap solution®
Tail lights
Sensors/ Deposits Sensors: soft cloth with solvent-free cleaning solution
Camera lenses Camera lenses: soft cloth with alcohol-free cleaning solu-
tion
Snow/ice Hand brush/solvent-free de-icing spray
Wheels Road salt Water
Brake dust Acid-free special cleaning solution >

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Fuses and bulbs



































Fuse panel @) (black) Fuse panel © (red)
No. | Equipment 4 |Terminal 15
1 |Steering column switch module 5 |Selector lever (automatic transmission)
2 Headliner interior light, Haldex clutch, air- 7 |Interior lights
bag, switch panel, steering 8 | Windshield wiper (driver's side)
3. | Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) 9 | Windshield wiper (front passenger's side)
4 |Dynamic steering 10 |Horn
5_| Garage door opener 11 | Steering column switch module
6 Diagnostic port, light control panel, front 12 | Light switch
central electric system control module —
Gateway Fuse panel () (brown)
ESC control module No. | Equipment
Airbag 1 |ESC control module
10 | Climate control system, pressure sensor 2_|ESC control module
11 | Left LED headlight 3 | Climate control system
13 |Right LED headlight 4 |Vehicle positioning
14 | automatic dimming rearview mirror 5_ Left door control module
15 |Engine start 6 |Right door control module
16 | Rear fuse panel 7 Front central electric system control mod-
ule
Fuse panel (@) (black) 8 Front central electric system control mod-
No. | Equipment ule
3 | Climate control system blower fan 9 Front central electric system control mod-
4 Front central electric system control mod- ule
ule 10 | Anti-theft alarm system
6 |Rearview camera 1 Front central electric system control mod-
- ule
nue pene) sBisch 12 |Rain/light sensor
No. | Equipment
1 | Diagnostic connector Fuse panel () (black)
2 | Electronic parking brake switch No. | Equipment
3 | Gateway 7 \Infotainment unit
4 |Brake booster 8 |Infotainment system control module
6 | Cigarette lighter, sockets 9 Infotainment system Bluetooth, safety
7 |Instrument cluster belt microphone
Rear central electric system control mod- £0 | Infotainment:system:sound amplifier
8 ule 12 | Infotainment system Audi music interface
9 Rear central electric system control mod-
ule Bulbs
Fs panel © ed ot
No. | Equipment Your vehicle is equipped with maintenance-free
3 | Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) headlights and tail lights. However, if a light bulb >

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Index

Automatic belt retractor................ 183
Automatic climate control system
refer to Climate control system (automatic) . 57
Automatic post-collision braking system.... 86
Automatic transmission.................- 67
Launch Control Program..............-- 70
Parking lock emergency release.......... 73
Automatic transmission (S tronic)
Emergency program..............+000- 72
KIGKSAOW Mires v0 ences a 0 manors w ananite « oxenens «6 71
Manual shifting................2-.000- 71
Selector lever positions................- 67
Automatic wiper/washer system........... 47
Automatic zoom (navigation) ............ 141
AUX input... 2... eee eee eee 156
Average fuel consumption................ 14
Average speed..... 2.2... cee eee 14
B
BACKIBUEEON 5 wssens so snsnente « oxenen oo ateeean «sma 93
Balancei(SOUnd) eswisue so seasive «areca wv avons 171
Band
refer to Frequency band............... 146
Bassx(SOUnG) « sence uo ssesnes a a anexene a acagene a 6 ane 171
Batteny, sesciss ov axeuius 6 a axveins wo anveana © 6 eaves a 6 240
Charging.............. eee eee eee eee 242
WINtEPOPEration 5 « wea se came ge ween see 240
Befor@drivitiG sscs 2 2 came s 2 wate sb eee a is 173
Better route (navigation)................ 144
Blower... cece eee eee 57
Bluetooth
Audio player < s..s ss ices ci resa ct eeneee 153
Connecting acell phone............... 110
SettingS
0... cece eee ee eee eee 169
BoosterSeats’, « cscs + + wvosse a 0 vssness © o micas + 218
Brake fluid
Checking the brake fluid level........... 239
BRAK CS: ansse sx ccvmans 6 1 acixaue 9 0 anmeee ow emeete a 0) orate 88
Brake assist... 2.0.0... eee eee eee 86
Brake assist systeM..........: cee een eee 86
Brake:bOO@ster’. senso « « swine a 0 sania © anotane © 6 88
Brake fllid.. 2... eee eee ee 239
Electromechanical parking brake......... 65
Emergency braking function............. 65
Indicator lights................0000005 16
New brake pads ...... 0... cee ee eee eee 88
292
Break-in security feature................. 26
Breaking in
New brake pads. ..............-0000005 88
NEW TiRGStas « ¢ scion x s caum @ x aes 2 2 Heme 4G 251
Browser
refer to Media center...............-.. 158
Bulb failure (indicator light).............. 19
Bulb replacement.............-0ee eee ee 282
Buttons
Control: pariel (MMD) «se » & seam « x ogee oe 93
Cc
Cable (USB adapter/AUX connector cable).. 155
California Proposition 65 Warning........ 230
Battery speeificees:: «cies «x wasn ay wees 2 5 241
Galllist: » wersn so soee ¢ gees & sere gos were 114
Call Options sca < sae ¢ + neem « e eee & goes 122
Capacities
PUCETANG: 5s osscu oo scams v anna a 2 eee 2 8 290
Washer fluid reservoir... . cewee ees 290
Car REY sarees weauens wo wrecies a ame oo renee» 6 are 22
Carwash 2 ase so wens © 0 mene oo mene © 2 sae 265
Catalytic ConVerter’s « sens as caves xs eases a 2: 229
Cell phone
Playing:Music « wii so ensens o & cowie « 0 como 153
also refer to Telephone................ 110
Cell phone compartment
refer to Audi phone box............005 112
Center armrest............ 00.002 e eee 52
Central locking.............. cece eee ee 21
AUTO LOCK: » weave 2 namin 2 yen 3 2 ee a 2 Bas 21
Gonvenienee:key cscsese x ssw o syiens oo wswene 24
Convenience opening and closing......... 29
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 26
Remote control key.........eseeeeeeeee 23
Setting......... 0.0.02 eee eee eee eee 25
Central locking switch..............20--. 25
Ceramic Drake Sisccis + + assens si ssetue ow cvaeere ow 88
Certifications « i ssuve s 6 amas «a saesne a 0 smvve 287
Changing light bulbs................... 282
Charging
refer to Power sourceS...........--.+--5 53,
Charging the battery (mobile devices). 112, 156
Child restraint
Danger of using child restraints in the front

Index

D
Data Privacy..................0.00000. 130
Data recorder............ 0. eee eee eee ee 91
DAES snes = wasn = 9 sme © camen & « areKeee w 6 ose 167
Date display’ « sciscce os somes =o ansuene 2 a annua 0 « 167
Daytime running lights...............0-. 40
Declaration of compliance............... 287
Defrosting (windows) .................045 58
DEF (instrument cluster)................- 10
Deluxe automatic climate control
refer to Climate control system (automatic) . 57
Determining correct load limit........... 258
Digital COMPASS seies sc oes ce eee a ee eG ee 49
Digital Rights Management.............. 150
Dimensions. ............ 0.0 c ee eee eae 289
Dimming the rearview mirror............. 46
Directory
refer to ContactS............ eee eee ee 120
Disposal. ... 2.0.00... cee cece eee eee 284
Distance driven.......... 0.0.00 c eee eee 14
Doors
Mechanically unlocking and locking....... 26
Driver information system..............4. 12
On-board computer..............2.-00. 14
SWITCHING VIEWS « scsi a & onesies oo semen & eure 13
Driver information systems
EMOrGyZCONSUIMENS orcs. 1 & coswsee 6 5 coerce» > omnes LS
Drives
refer to Media...............0.0- 150, 157
Drive select. ........ 00... cece eee eee eee 78
Driving safely........... 0... eee eee eee 173
Driving through water................0-- 59
Driving times: 5 «esas so case s warn 6 ceacew vse 14
Driving tips
Efficient driving...............00000005 59
Driving track cvsiess x x scones x a cneniens a ¥ exevane ©» anew 67
Dust filter
refer to Pollutant filter..............0.. 56
DVD drive (media drives)................ 151
Dynamicisteering « wasn «x mens ¢ waneasne © meres a 89
Dynamic volume
refer to System volume............0005 171
294

E-mail..................00000000 0 eee 118
Economical route.................00005 138
EDL
refer to Electronic Differential Lock....... 86
Electrical system... .. cee eee eee eee 240
Electromechanical parking brake.......... 65
Electronic Differential Lock............... 86
Electronic immobilizer .............00204. 22
Electronic stabilization control (ESC) ....... 86
Sport mode... .... eee eee eee 87
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
Indicator light.............. eee eee ee
Emergency assistance
Emergency braking function.............. 65
Ermergency faster « coins a « xen a « wmunn x x 44
Emergency operation
DOOrs 0. cee eee eee 26
Engine compartment lid............... 231
Luggage compartment lid............... 28
Power top...........0 0. eee ee eee eee 35
Emissions control system..............- 228
EMErgy CONSUMERS ir. & wicesoves & esau as sess oo Ls
Energy Managements «sce ccc as ene as 91
Engine
Breakingin.......... 0... cee eee eee eee 59
Coolant... 6. cee cece eee 236
JUMPp'’Starting « 2 sew, = + sees + e eee 9 caw 277
Start/StopisyStemn s. scsoxse » @ saace a o oseuns w o oe 62
Starting. .............. 00... eee 60, 61
Starting and stopping..............000. 61
Engine compartment
Lid emergency release .............005- 231
Opening and closing the engine compart-
MENCUG s ewe x 2 sees 2 5 eee ¢ 9 eR Fs ee 231
OVERVIEW’: seems. « a cowses wo roeuos oo mea + 0 oe 232
Safety precautions..............000005 229
Engine compartment lights............... 45
Engine control (indicator light)............ 19
Engine data
refer to Sport displays.................. 1S
Engine oil
Adding ........ 0... c cece eee eee eee 233
CHANGING: s = wevem & ous a e neuee & ee 235
Checking oil level..........-...-. 233, 234
Consumption...........02-00 eee 233, 234

Index

MikrorGOMpass:. « cscs w « asses vw svenecs wo swans © 49
Mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors........... 45
DIPMIMING « = seas < aoe 8 ¢ aes & 3 Ree Gz HE 46
Nanity Mirrors soso so cece 9 © cow 9 © see os 47
MMI
refer to Multi Media Interface........... 93
MMI search
refer to Free text search............... 100
MIMEGOUGH « wistons oe « sconsun a » somes 0 aussine 0 ans 95
Mobile device
refer to Telephone................-00. 110
Mobile device reminder signal............ 167
Mobile hotspot
refer to Personal hotspot.............. 125
Monitoring the Advanced Airbag System... 198
MP3
TEfEF LO JUKEBOX & cess « & cores « 2 ees ge 151
Multifunction steering wheel
BULtONS: = wece = 5 gems ¢ s eneR & Bae a EY 12,14
OPORAtlNg ss © cesweas < sees wo stress © x exeinne ® ¥ oie 12
Multi Media Interface................0.. 93
Music collection
refer to JUKeDOX... ee eee 151
MCC is se cassie ws seseans wo eames oe oNaAUE wna 171
also refer to Muting...............0-5 171
Muting.... 0... eee eee ee 14
myAUdi... 2... eee eee eee eee 126
N
Natural leather care and cleaning......... 268
NAV/MAP' buttons ¢ sues es onan sw araiane © oo 131
Navigation « sows » 0 samen 2 2 comes oo eer ooo oe 131
Control panel (MMI)..............0005 131
also refertoMap...........--0ee eee 139
NHTSA .... 0.00... ee cece eee eee 286
Number of seats.......... 00... c eee eee 180
Oo
Occupant seating positions.............. 174
Octane rating (gasoline)................ 226
Odometer. caso as eniece vv eres xv seers oe een 11
Resetting .......... 0.0000 eee eee eee 11
OFF (climate control system) .............. 58
298
Oil
referto Engine oil.............0e eee ee 233
On-board computer...............--000. 14
ON/OFF RMODAMMD)wecce oe a scone so snenen ao omoeann « 93
On Board Diagnostic System (OBD)........ 229
Online destinations
refer to Point of interest search......... 134
ONliMewMAP. « sero « < owns mo cmon 5 come Wa a 142
Onlimewmedia ersccra ov coarse wa aves 2 anawess wv vw 154
Online services
refertoconnect.......... eee eee eee 124
Opening
Convenience opening.................05 29
Engine compartment lid............... 231
Fuel tiller doors s « ssc a i saci © 0 arevia ses 227
Luggage compartment lid............... 27
WITKOWS§: » 5 aavw s ¢ aaa 2 a me oY waMR oe 28
Opening and closing
refer to Unlocking and locking..... 21, 23, 24
Operating
TASERUMENECLUSEER 6 acorese + steisoue 0 o evosens im + se 12
Multifunction steering wheel............ 12
Multi Media Interface.................. 94
Voice recognition system.............. 104
Optional equipment number............. 289
Options MENU « = wea « nees se mws 5 94,97,98
Overview (COCKpID) 35 ¢ = ewes xe aes s # ews soe 6
P
Paint damages: = = seen ss ewe se exe es oe 267
Paint number..............0.0 000 eee ee 289
Panic button. ............... 2c eee ee 23
Panic function... 2.2... 000s cece ee eee eee 23
ParemtalicOmtnol.. «. scscace s 0 scacnre sw uincnse « » sown 161
Parking
‘aides +s ves o o wisn 6 wanes © emassua a 9 81
Malfunction.......... 00.0000 85
Parking brake
Thdicator light: » awe + sam « : neum & 2 ome 17
also refer to Electromechanical
parking brake............ 0.0... eee eee 65
Parking light............ 0.0.0 cece ee eee 40
Parking lock emergency release........... 73
Parking system
Cleaning sensors and cameras.......... 266
also refer to Parking systems......... 81, 83