2020 AUDI R8 COUPE Owners Manual

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Lights and Vision


Applies to: vehicles with vanity mirror
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Fig. 56 Sun visor
The vanity mirrors on the sun visors have covers.
Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow.
Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers on

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Fig. 57 Windshield wiper lever
Move the windshield wiper lever S7 to the corre-
sponding position:
@- Windshield wipers off
@- Interval mode. To increase/decrease the wip-
er intervals, move the switch @) to the left/right.
In vehicles with a rain sensor*, the wipers turn on
in the rain once the vehicle speed exceeds ap-
proximately 2 mph (4 km/h). The higher the sen-
sitivity of the rain sensor* is set (switch @) to the
right), the earlier the windshield wipers react to
moisture on the windshield. You can deactivate
the rain sensor mode®* in the Infotainment sys-
tem, which switches the intermittent mode on.
Select in the Infotainment system: [MENU] but-
ton > Vehicle > left control button > Driver assis-
tance > Rain sensor > Off.



@- Slow wiping
@®- Fast wiping
@- Single wipe. If you hold the lever in this posi-
tion longer, the wipers switch from slow wiping
to fast wiping.
©®- Clean the windshield ©. To eliminate water
droplets, the windshield wipers perform one af-
terwipe after several seconds while driving in
temperatures above 39 °F (4 °C). You can switch
this function off by moving the lever to position
© within 10 seconds of the afterwipe. The after-
wipe function is reactivated the next time you
switch the ignition on.

Z\ WARNING
—The rain sensor* is only intended to assist
the driver. The driver may still be responsi-
ble for manually switching the wipers on
based on visibility conditions.
—The windshield must not be treated with
water-repelling windshield coating agents.
Under unfavorable conditions, such as wet-
ness, darkness, and when the sun is low,
these coatings can cause increased glare,
which increases the risk of an accident. They
can also cause wiper blade chatter.
— Properly functioning windshield wiper
blades are required for a clear view and safe
driving > page 48, Replacing windshield
wiper blades.

CQ) Note
— If there is frost, make sure the windshield
wiper blades are not frozen to the wind-
shield. Switching on the windshield wipers
when the blades are frozen to the wind-
shield can damage the wiper blades.
— The windshield wiper system must be
switched off (lever in position 0) before us-
ing a car wash. This prevents the wipers
from switching on unintentionally and caus-
ing damage to the windshield wiper system.
@ Tips
— The windshield wipers switch off when the
ignition is switched off. You can activate the
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Lights and Vision

windshield wipers after the ignition is
switched on again by moving the windshield
wiper lever to any position.
— Worn or dirty windshield wiper blades result
in streaking. This can affect the rain sensor*
function. Check your windshield wiper
blades
regularly.
— The washer fluid nozzles in the windshield
washer system are heated* at low tempera-
tures when the ignition is on.
— When stopping temporarily, such as at a
traffic light, the speed of the windshield
wipers automatically reduces by one level.
Cleaning windshield wiper blades
Clean the wiper blades when you see wiper
streaks. Clean the wiper blades with a soft towel
and glass cleaner.
> Place the windshield wiper arms in the service
position > page 48.
> Fold the windshield wiper arms away from the
windshield.

ZA WARNING
Dirty windshield wiper blades can impair vi-
sion, which increases the risk of an accident.
Replacing windshield wiper blades
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Fig. 58 Removing windshield wiper blades
Windshield wiper service position/blade
replacement position
> To bring the windshield wipers into the service
position, turn the ignition off and move the
windshield wiper lever into position @)
=> page 47, fig. 57.
48
> To bring the wipers into the starting position,
turn the ignition on and move the windshield
wiper lever into position @) for at least two sec-
onds > page 47, fig. 57.
Removing the wiper blade
> Fold the windshield wiper arm away from the
windshield.
> Press the locking knob (@ © fig. 58 on the wiper
blade. Hold the wiper blade firmly.
> Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the
arrow.
Installing the wiper blade
> Insert the new wiper blade into the mount on
the wiper arm (2) until you hear it latch into
place.
> Place the wiper arm back on the windshield.
> Turn the service position off.

ZA\ WARNING
For safety reasons, the windshield wiper
blades should be replaced once or twice each

year.

C) Note
— The windshield wipers must only be folded
up when in the service position! Otherwise,
you risk damaging the paint on the front lid
or the windshield wiper motor.
— You should not drive your vehicle or press
the windshield wiper lever when the wiper
arms are folded away from the windshield.
The windshield wipers would move back in-
to their original position and could damage
the front lid and windshield.
G) Tips
You can also use the service position, for ex-
ample, if you want to protect the windshield
from icing by using a cover.

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Lights and Vision

Digital compass
Switching the compass on and off
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
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Fig. 59 Rearview mirror: digital compass is switched on
> To turn the compass on or off, press the button
@ until the compass display in the mirror turns
on or off.
The digital compass only works when the ignition
is turned on. The directions are indicated with ab-
breviations: N (north), NE (northeast), E (east),
SE (southeast), S (south), SW (southwest), W
(west), NW (northwest).
To prevent inaccurate compass readings, do
not bring any remote controls, electrical devi-
ces or metallic objects near the mirror.
Adjusting the magnetic zone
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass

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Fig. 60 North America: magnetic zone map
> Press and hold the button @ > page 49, fig. 59
until the number of the magnetic zone appears
in the interior rearview mirror.
> Press the button () repeatedly to select the
correct magnetic zone. The selection mode
turns off after a few seconds.
Calibrating the compass
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
If the display is incorrect or inaccurate, the com-
pass must be recalibrated.
> Press and hold the button @ until a C appears
in the interior rearview mirror.
> Drive in a circle at about 5 mph (10 km/h) until
a direction is displayed in the rearview mirror.

—To reduce the risk to yourself and other driv-
ers, calibrate the compass in an area where
there is no traffic.
— Always pay attention to the traffic and the
area around your vehicle if you are reading
the compass while driving.

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Seats

Seats
General information

Z\ WARNING
See > page 173, Safe driving for important
information, tips, suggestions and warnings
that you should read and follow for your own
safety and the safety of your passengers.

Front seats
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Applies to: vehicles with power adjustable seats

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Fig. 62 Front seat: adjusting the seat (version B)
Adjusting the seat (version A) > fig. 61
@- Moving the seat forward/back: pull the lever
and slide the seat.
@- Adjusting the lumbar support: press the but-
ton at the corresponding position.
@- Moving the seat up/down: press the button
upward/downward. To adjust the front seat cush-
ion, press the front button up/down. To adjust
the rear seat cushion, press the rear button up/
down.
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@- Adjusting the backrest angle: press the but-
ton forward/back.
©)- Releasing the backrest: pull the strap and
fold the backrest forward.
Adjusting the seat (version B) > fig. 62
@- Moving the upper thigh support forward/
back: press the button forward/back.
@- Adjusting the lumbar support: press the but-
ton at the corresponding position.
@®- Inflating/deflating* the seat bolsters
@- Inflating/deflating* the backrest bolsters
©- Moving the seat up/down: press the button
upward/downward. To adjust the front seat cush-
ion, press the front button up/down. To adjust
the rear seat cushion, press the rear button up/
down.
©- Moving the seat forward/back: press the but-
ton forward/back.
© - Adjusting the backrest angle: press the but-
ton forward/back.
@- Releasing the backrest: pull the strap and
fold the backrest forward.
Memory function
Applies to: vehicles with power adjustable seats (version B)
The memory function in the remote control key
stores the driver's personalized seat profile.
The driver's seat profile is stored again and as-
signed to the remote control key each time the
vehicle is locked. When you open the door, the
seat profile is automatically recalled. If two peo-
ple use the vehicle, it is recommended that each
person always uses their “own” remote control
key.
The function must be switched on in the Infotain-
ment system so that the driver's seat profile will
be assigned to the remote control key when lock-
ing the vehicle.

Select: [MENU] button > Vehicle > left control
button > Vehicle settings > Seats > Driver's seat
> Store settings on remote control key.

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Seats

Check the box is checked off /, the function is
switched on.

ZA\ WARNING
— Only adjust the front seat when the vehicle
is stationary. Otherwise, this increases the
risk of an accident
— The power front seats can also be adjusted
when the ignition is switched off. For this
reason, children should never be left unat-
tended in the vehicle because they could be
injured.
— Exercise caution when adjusting the seat
height. Unsupervised or careless seat adjust-
ment can pinch fingers or hands causing in-
juries.
— For safety reasons, the seat backrests must
always be locked while driving.
— The front seat backrests must not be re-
clined too far back when driving, because
this impairs the effectiveness of the safety
belts and airbag system, which increases the
risk of injury.
—To minimize the risk of injury during sudden
braking or a collision, the driver and the
front passenger must not drive or ride with
the backrest in the reclined position. The
safety belts and airbag system can only pro-
vide the greatest protection possible when
the backrests are in the upright position and
the safety belts are worn correctly. The more
a backrest is reclined, the greater the risk of
injury due to an incorrect seating position
and safety belt position.

@ Tips
If you do not wish to have the seat profile for
another driver assigned to the remote control
key, switch the memory function off in the In-
fotainment system.
Adjusting bucket seats
Applies to: vehicles with bucket seats

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Fig. 63 Bucket seat: adjusting the seat
@- Moving the seat forward/back: pull the lever
and slide the seat.
@- Moving the seat up/down: press the button
upward/downward.
@- Releasing the backrest: pull the strap and
fold the backrest forward.

Z\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of an accident, only adjust
the seat when the vehicle is stationary.
— The power seats can also be adjusted when
the ignition is switched off. For this reason,
children should never be left unattended in
the vehicle because they could be injured.
— Exercise caution when adjusting the seat
height. Adjusting the seat carelessly or with-
out checking can pinch hands and fingers.
— For safety reasons, the seat backrests must
always be locked while driving.
— Never drive with a safety belt through the
openings in the backrest. Otherwise the
backrest could fold forward while driving
and cause an accident.


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Fig. 64 Cockpit: center armrest
Opening the storage compartment
> To open the storage compartment, press one of
the release buttons (@).

— 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.
—Incertain positions, the front center arm-
rest can interfere with the driver’s arm
movement, which increases the risk of in-
jury.

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Stowing and using

Stowing and using
Power sources
When the ignition is switched on, you may be
able to use the electric power sources for exter-
nal devices, depending on the vehicle equipment.
12 volt sockets
You can connect electrical accessories to the 12
volt sockets. The power usage must not exceed
120 watts.
The 12 volt sockets are labeled with the & or
12V symbol. They are located in the front center
console* and on the side trim panel in the lug-
gage compartment*.
USB ports
Applies to: vehicles with USB port
You can charge mobile devices using the USB
ports. The USB ports are labeled with the «> or
[4 symbol or CHARGE ONLY.


Z\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of fatal injury, store all
connected devices securely when driving so
that they do not move around inside the ve-
hicle when braking or in the event of an acci-
dent.
— Incorrect usage can lead to serious injuries
or burns. To reduce the risk of injuries, never
leave children unattended in the vehicle
with the vehicle key.

@) Note
— Read the operating manuals for the con-
nected devices.
—To reduce the risk of damage to the vehicle
electrical system, never attempt to charge
the vehicle battery by connecting accesso-
ries that provide power to the power sour-
ces.
— Do not connect any device whose network
class (voltage) does not match the network
class designed for the socket.
— Disconnect the connectors from the power
sources carefully to reduce the risk of dam-
aging them.
Storage
Cup holders
Applies to: vehicles with cup holders
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Fig. 66 Center armrest folded up: Cup holders
> To use the cup holder under the center armrest,
fold it upward > page 52.
> Fold the plastic bracket toward the rear, if nec-
essary > fig. 66.

Z\ WARNING
Spilled hot liquid can increase the risk of acci-
dents and injuries.
— Never drive with containers that contain hot
liquid such as coffee or tea. The hot liquid
could spill and cause burns during a colli-
sion, sudden braking or other vehicle move-
ment. Spilled hot liquid can also increase
the risk of accidents and injuries.
— Only use soft containers in the cup holders.
Hard cups and glasses can increase the risk
of injury during a collision.
— Never use the cup holder or the adapter as
an ashtray because this is a fire hazard.


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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.