Lights and Vision
© within 10 seconds of the afterwipe. The after-
wipe function is reactivated the next time you
switch the ignition on.
Clean the headlights*. The headlight washer sys-
tem* only functions when the lights are switched
on. The headlights are automatically cleaned the
first time and every fifth time the lever is moved
to position G).
ZA\ 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 42, Replacing windshield
wiper blades.
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 42.
> 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
@) 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
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*
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B8R-0379
Fig. 48 Windshield wipers: 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 41, fig. 47.
> 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 41, fig. 47.
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Sitting correctly and safely
Always make sure the indicator light corresponds
to the occupancy of the front passenger's seat.
— Adults or individuals with a similar stature sit-
ting in the front passenger seat: The front pas-
senger's airbag must be activated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ must remain
on.
— Individuals with a smaller stature (for exam-
ple, adolescents or smaller adults) sitting in
the front passenger seat: The front passeng-
er's airbag must be activated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® must remain
on.
— Child in a child safety seat secured on the
front passenger seat: The front passenger's air-
bag must be deactivated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF &; must remain
on.
— Front passenger seat is not occupied: The front
passenger's airbag must be deactivated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 3%; must remain
on.
ZA WARNING
— An adult or a person with a small stature
(such as a young person or small adult) seat-
ed on the front passenger's seat will not be
protected by the passenger's airbag in the
event of a collision if the passenger's airbag
is deactivated. This increases the risk of in-
jury and death. Always make sure that
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ remains on
while driving. If
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ does not
turn on, make sure the front passenger is
sitting correctly in the seat > page 45 and
that there are no objects covering the front
passenger's seat (such as blankets or pil-
lows). If PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @
still does not turn on, the front passenger's
seat must not be used. Drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility and have the airbag system inspect-
ed.
—Achild ina child safety seat on the front
passenger's seat - especially in a rear-facing
child safety seat - can receive a severe im-
which increases the risk of serious or fatal
injury. Applies to Coupe: Always secure child
safety seats on the rear seats. If special cir-
cumstances require the use of a child safety
seat on the front passenger's seat, always
make sure that
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF %; remains
on while driving. If
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #¥; does not
turn on, remove the child safety seat and in-
stall it again according to the child safety
seat manufacturer instructions. If
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF &%; still does
not turn on, the front passenger's seat must
not be used. Drive to an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
and have the airbag system inspected.
Fluids, electronic devices, or mechanical
damage on the front passenger's seat may
cause the front passenger seat occupant de-
tection to malfunction. The system may
then incorrectly detect if the front passeng-
er's seat is occupied. As a result, it could de-
ploy the front passenger’s airbag incorrectly
or fail to deploy it, which increases the risk
of serious or fatal injury. Make sure that no
wet objects (such as a wet hand towel) and
no fluids come into contact with the front
passenger's seat cushion. If the front pas-
senger's seat becomes wet, dry it immedi-
ately. Make sure no electronic devices (such
as a laptop or a retrofitted seat heater) are
on the front passenger's seat. Do not trans-
port any objects on or under the front pas-
senger's seat.
Seat covers or protective covers may prevent
the advanced airbag system from correctly
detecting child safety seats or passengers in
the front passenger's seat. You must not use
seat covers or protective covers on the front
passenger's seat that are not specifically ap-
proved for use on Audi seats with an ad-
vanced airbag system.
pact if the front passenger's airbag deploys,
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Sitting correctly and safely
Fig. 64 Rear backrest: top tether anchors to secure a child
safety seat with an upper belt
RAZ-0186,
Fig. 65 Rear backrest: securing the upper belt to the top
tether anchor
Follow the safety precautions > page 58.
There is a top tether anchor behind every seat in
the rear bench seat to additionally secure a child
safety seat with an upper belt.
> Secure the child safety seat according to the
child safety seat manufacturer instructions.
> Guide the upper strap on the child safety seat
toward the rear.
> Fasten the belt to the top tether anchor
> fig. 65. While doing this, make sure the belt
is not twisted and is not running over any sharp
edges.
> Pull the belt tightly so that the child safety seat
rests at the top of the seat backrest.
‘The top tether anchors in the vehicle are only
designed for child safety seats equipped with
an upper strap. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury, never secure other child restraint
systems, belts, or objects to the anchors.
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Stowing and using
Stowing and using
Power sources
When the ignition is switched on, you may be
able to use multiple power sources for external
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 12V
symbol. They are located in the front center con-
sole and on the side trim panel in the luggage
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.
ZA 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. 67 Center armrest folded up: cup holder
> To use the cup holder under the center armrest,
fold it upward > page 47.
> Fold the plastic bracket toward the rear, if nec-
essary > fig. 67.
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.
Add
nal storage compartments
Depending on the vehicle equipment, there may
be a variety of storage areas, compartments, and
retainers 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 20.
— Storage compartment under the center armrest
— Key compartment in the center console
— Storage compartment on the rear side of the
driver’s or front passenger's seat. The compart-
ment can hold a maximum weight of 2.2 lbs (1
kg).
— Coat hooks
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.
— Applies to: Coupe: No heavy or hard objects
may be placed on the storage compartment
behind the rear seat backrest. There is a risk
of injuring the vehicle passengers when
braking suddenly.
— Applies to: Coupe: Only lightweight clothing
should be hung from the garment hooks in
the vehicle. Do not use clothes hangers to
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hang clothing. The pockets of the clothing
must not contain any heavy, breakable, or
sharp-edged objects. This could impair the
effectiveness of the side curtain airbags.
@) Note
Applies to: Coupe
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
fastened in the luggage compartment. Note the
following to maintain good vehicle handling:
> Distribute the load evenly in the luggage com-
partment.
> Stow heavy luggage as far forward in the lug-
gage compartment as possible.
> Use non-elastic cords attached to the tie-downs
to secure objects.
ZA WARNING
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Always stow objects securely in
the luggage compartment and secure them
at the tie-downs. Use straps suitable for
heavy objects.
— If pieces of luggage or objects are secured
to the tie-downs with unsuitable or dam-
aged straps, this can increase the risk of in-
jury during braking maneuvers or accidents.
— 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.
— The cargo net is only strong enough to se-
cure light objects. Heavy objects are not ade-
quately secured. Attempting to secure heavy
objects increases the risk of injury.
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Stowing and using
— Never exceed the permitted axle and load
and vehicle weight > page 263.
— Never secure a child safety seat to the tie-
downs.
— 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 49.
— Applies to: Coupe: The luggage compart-
ment cover must always be securely fas-
tened when in use to reduce the risk of an
accident.
— Applies to: Coupe: The luggage compart-
ment cover is not a surface for storing ob-
jects. Objects placed on the cover increase
the risk of injury to all vehicle occupants
during sudden driving or braking maneuvers
or in the event of an accident.
— Applies to: Coupe: Be careful when releasing
the backrest and folding it forward. To re-
duce the risk of being pinched, pay attention
and check when folding backrests forward.
— Applies to: Coupe: The backrest must be se-
curely latched so objects cannot slide for-
ward out of the luggage compartment dur-
ing sudden braking.
— Applies to: Coupe: Always pull forward on
the backrest to make sure it is check if it is
correctly locked in place.
@) Note
Applies to: Coupe
— If you move the front seat back when the
rear seat backrest is folded forward, you
could damage the head restraints on the
rear seat.
— When folding the backrest forward, make
sure the outer safety belts are in the belt
guide recess so that they do not get pinched
in the backrest lock and damaged. Other ob-
jects should be removed from the rear
bench seat to protect the backrest from
damage.
— Make sure that the heating grid strips for
the rear window defogger are not damaged
by abrasive objects.
G) Tips
— The tire pressure must be adapted to the
load > page 223.
— You can purchase suitable straps at special-
ty stores.
ggage compartment cover
Applies to: vehicles with luggage compartment cover
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BFV-0097
Fig. 69 Unlocked luggage compartment cover
Follow the safety precautions > page 64.
> To remove the luggage compartment cover, re-
lease it by turning the twist lock into the verti-
cal position > fig. 68.
> Grip the side of the luggage compartment cov-
er and pull the cover in the direction of the ar-
row > fig. 69.
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Stowing and using
> To install the luggage compartment cover, posi-
tion it with the retainers on the pins and slide
the cover upward.
> Turn the twist lock with gentle pressure to the
vertical position.
Increasing the size of the luggage
compartme
Applies to: vehicles with folding backrests
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Fig. 70 Backrest release lever (Left side)
To expand the luggage compartment, both sec-
tions of the backrest can be separated or can be
folded forward together.
Follow
the safety precautions > page 64.
> Press the release lever > fig. 70 in the direction
of the arrow to fold the backrest forward.
> Fold the backrest forward.
> After the transport, fold the backrest up until it
locks into place.
Pass-through with bag
Applies to: vehicles with pass-through and removable ski bag
BFV-0159
Fig. 71 Luggage compartment: cover
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Fig. 72 Luggage compartment: securing the bag
Long objects, such as skis, can be transported in
the ski bag.
Follow the safety precautions > page 64.
> To load the bag, open the storage compart-
ment cover between the seat backrests.
> Open the luggage compartment lid.
>» Press the release button and fold the cover for
the pass-through towards the luggage com-
partment © fig. 71.
> Slide the bag from the luggage compartment
into the vehicle interior with the zipper facing
toward the rear > /\.
> Load the ski bag.
> To secure the bag, hang the carabiner hooks on
both straps in the corresponding rear tie-downs
> fig. 72.
ZA WARNING
After loading the bag, it must be tied down
with both straps.
@ Tips
— Only fold the ski bag up if it is dry.
— Lay skis in the bag with the points facing
forward and ski pole points facing the rear.
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Fig. 73 Luggage compartment: location of the tie-downs
There are tie-downs in the luggage compartment
to secure pieces of luggage and objects.
Follow the safety precautions > page 64.
» Use the tie-downs to secure the cargo.
Fig. 75 Luggage compartment: foam piece
Follow the safety precautions > page 64.
> Remove the cargo floor > page 241.
> Remove the plastic floor panel > fig. 74.
> Turn the handle counter-clockwise to remove
and remove the foam piece.
>» Remove the spare tire.
> Reinsert the foam piece and turn the handle
clockwise to tighten.
> Now reinsert the cargo floor.
Z\ WARNING
Please note that you are no longer mobile in
the event of a flat tire. Please note the legal
regulations before removing the spare tire.
Roof rack
Applies to: vehicles with roof rack mount
BFV-0078
Fig. 76 Mounting locations for roof rack
If luggage or cargo is to be carried on the roof,
you must observe the following:
— The roof rack must only be secured in the posi-
tioning bolt area.
— These roof racks are the basis for a complete
roof rack system. Only roof racks that are suita-
ble for your vehicle may be used. Roof racks and
attachments from the Audi Genuine Accesso-
ries program are recommended.
— When installing the roof rack, make sure that it
is mounted only at the designated points on
the roof > fig. 76.
— Note the permitted axle load, permitted total
weight, and permitted roof load of your vehicle
=> page 263. The roof load is the total of the
weight of the roof rack, the attachments and
the cargo you are carrying. However, you must
also note the permitted load of the carrier sys-
tem being used.
Z\ WARNING
The risk of an accident increases when using a
roof rack system, because it changes the
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