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Side assist display .............. 
Door handle 
Central locking switch ........... 
Air vent with seat heating controls 
Lever for: 
—Turn signals and high beams .... 
— Active lane assist ............. 
Multifunction steering wheel with: 
— Horn Pe 
— Driver's airbag ............... 
— Buttons for the virtual instrument 
cluster, including the driver infor- 
mation system, audio/video, tele- 
phone, navigation and voice rec- 
ognition system 
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ... 
— Audi drive select .............. 
—Shift paddles ................ 
Audi virtual cockpit (instrument 
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Windshield washer system lever .. 
Starting the engine if there is a 
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Adjustable steering column ...... 
Cruise controllever ............. 
Instrument illumination ......... 
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Headlight control switch ........ 
Power exterior mirror adjustment . 
Power windows ................ 
Air vent including climate control 
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Lockable glove compartment 
Drives for CD, DVD, SIM/SD cards . 
Front passenger's airbag ........ 
Rear window defogger button 
Depending on equipment, buttons 
for: 
—drive select ..............0004 
— Electronic Stabilization Control 
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—Emergency flashers ........... 
— Retractable rear spoiler ........ 
Depending on equipment, center 
console with: 
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37 
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96 
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48 
87 
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200 
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171 
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109 
— Audi  musicinterface .......... 176 
— Audi phone box ............... 131 
@) Infotainment system on/off button . LLL 
@) Infotainment system unit ....... 111 
@8 Wind deflector button .......... 33 
@) Depending on equipment: 
— Storage compartment 
  
       
— CUP HOLMER ses x eens x eee cee 63 
Power top button .............. 31 
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G0 Depending on equipment: 
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ... 7s 
— Sound button for exhaust door 
control 
@) Selector lever (S tronic).......... 79 
@) Tips 
Some the equipment listed here is only instal- 
led in certain models or is available as an op- 
tion. 
Indicator lights overview 
The  indicator lights in the instrument cluster 
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal- 
functions. 
With some indicator lights, messages may ap- 
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica- 
tor lights and messages may be covered by other 
displays. To show  them again, select the second 
tab for messages with the multifunction steering 
wheel © page 12. 
Some indicator lights in the display can display in 
several colors. 
A\ Central indicator light 
If the A or indicator light turns on, check 
the message in the instrument cluster. 
Some indicator lights turn on briefly as a function 
check when you switch the ignition on. These sys- 
tems are marked with a V in the following tables. > 
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Power top 
  
Power top 
Automatic power top 
General information 
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 235, 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. 
  
Opening and closing power top 
Applies to: vehicles with power top 
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Fig. 30 Center console: power top switch 
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. 
  
ZX 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. 
— Make sure no one will be injured by the pow- 
er top supports and other moving compo- 
nents when opening and closing the top. > 
  
    
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Power top 
  
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. 
  
aN 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. 
  
Wind deflector 
Applies to: vehicles with wind deflector 
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Fig. 32 Center console: switch for operating the wind de- 
flector 
The wind deflector reduces air movement in the 
Passenger compartment in order to increase driv- 
ing comfort. A power mechanism extends and re- 
tracts the wind deflector. 
> To extend the wind deflector, pull the wind de- 
flector 
switch until the wind deflector is com- 
pletely extended. 
> To retract the wind deflector, press the wind de- 
flector switch until the retracting process is 
complete. 
  
ZX WARNING 
— Do not use  the wind deflector to secure car- 
go. 
— Always pay careful attention when closing 
the wind deflector. Pinching could cause se- 
rious injuries. 
  
    
  
— If the wind deflector switch is released 
while it is extending, the process will stop 
immediately. 
— The wind deflector works best when all of 
the windows are rolled up while driving. 
Power top emergency 
operation 
General information 
Applies to: vehicles with power top 
  
The power top can be closed manually if there is 
a malfunction. 
» Set  the parking brake. 
> Open all windows. 
> Switch the ignition off. 
Only close the power top manually in an emer- 
gency. Have a second person assist. Drive imme- 
diately to an authorized Audi dealer or author- 
ized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction 
repaired. 
  
Z\ 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. 
  
    
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Lights and Vision 
  
Daytime running lights 
USA models: the daytime running lights can be 
switched on or off using the MMI. Select On or 
Off. 
Canada models: this function cannot be switched 
off. They activate automatically each time the ig- 
nition is switched on. This menu item is shown 
with a “gray background”. 
Entry/exit lighting 
The entry lighting function illuminates the area 
outside the vehicle when you unlock the vehicle 
when it is dark. To switch on the function, select 
Entry/exit lighting. 
The exit lighting function illuminates the area 
outside the vehicle when you turn the ignition off 
and open the driver's door when it is dark. To 
switch on the function, select Entry/exit light- 
ing. 
The entry/exit lighting  only works when it is dark 
and the light switch is in the AUTO position. 
Emergency flashers 
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Fig. 42 Center console: emergency flasher button 
The emergency flashers makes other drivers 
aware of your vehicle in dangerous situations. 
> Press the A button to switch the emergency 
flashers on or off. 
When the emergency flashers are turned on, the 
a and B indicator lights will flash at the same 
time. 
You can indicate a lane change or a turn when the 
emergency flashers are switched on by using the 
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turn signal lever. The emergency flashers stop 
temporarily. 
The emergency flashers also work when the igni- 
tion is turned off. 
@® Tips 
You should switch the emergency flashers on 
if: 
— you are the last car in a traffic jam so that 
all other vehicles approaching from behind 
can see your vehicle 
— your vehicle has broken down or you are 
having an emergency 
— your vehicle is being towed or if you are tow- 
ing another vehicle 
If the ka indicator light turns on, a bulb has 
failed. The message indicates the location of the 
bulb. Replace the bulb immediately. 
Vehicle lights: malfunction! Please contact 
Service 
There is a malfunction in the headlights or the 
light switch. Drive immediately to an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to 
have the malfunction repaired. 
By Audi adaptive light: malfunction! See own- 
er's manual 
Adaptive light* is not working. The headlights 
still function. 
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer 
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the 
malfunction repaired. 
a Automatic headlights: malfunction! See 
owner's manual 
The light/rain sensor is malfunctioning. 
The low beams remain switched on at all times 
for safety reasons when the light switch is in the 
AUTO position. However, you can continue to 
turn the lights on and off using the light switch. 
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer 
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the 
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Lights and Vision 
  
By Headlight range control: malfunction! See 
owner's manual 
There is a malfunction in the headlight range 
control system, which may cause glare for other 
drivers. 
Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized 
Audi Service Facility immediately to have the 
malfunction corrected. 
High beam assistant: malfunction! See owner's 
manual 
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer 
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the 
malfunction repaired. You can still switch the 
high beams on or off manually. 
High beam assistant: currently unavailable. 
Camera view limited due to surroundings. See 
owner's manual 
The camera view is blocked, for example by a 
sticker or debris. 
The sensor is located between the interior rear- 
view mirror and the windshield. Do not place any 
stickers in this area on the windshield. 
  
  
— Light bulbs are pressurized and can explode 
when they are replaced, which increases the 
risk of injury. 
— With HID headlights (xenon headlights), the 
high-voltage component must be handled 
correctly. Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal 
injury. 
    
  
Interior  lighting 
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Fig. 43 Headliner: interior lighting 
J - Door contact switch. The interior lighting is 
controlled automatically. 
A switch is no longer needed to switch the read- 
ing lights on. A swiping movement or a brief tap 
on the light is all that is needed to switch the 
light  on or off. If you hold your finger on the 
reading light when switching it on, this can dim 
the light down to a certain level. 
Interior lighting 
There are other optional interior lighting func- 
tions that are available. Several functions can be 
set in the Infotainment system. Select in the In- 
fotainment system: |MENU] button > Vehicle > 
left control button > Vehicle settings > Interior 
lighting. 
Instrument illumination 
  
      
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Fig. 44 Light switch: instrument illumination 
The brightness of the instrument cluster  and the 
center console can be adjusted. 
> Press the knob to release it. 
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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 
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. 
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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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Driving 
  
This message appears when starting or stopping 
the engine if the selector lever is not in the "N" or 
"P" position. The engine will not start/stop. 
Starting the engine when there is  a 
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It may not be possible to start the engine under 
certain circumstances, for example, if the bat- 
tery in the vehicle key is drained, if interference is 
affecting the key or if there is a system malfunc- 
tion. 
  
  
Fig. 84 Steering column/remote control key: starting the 
engine if there is  a malfunction 
As long as the message ?) Remote control key: 
hold back of key against the designated area. 
See owner's manual is displayed, you can emer- 
gency 
start your vehicle. 
» Press the brake pedal. 
> Press the [START ENGINE STOP] button. 
  
       
> Hold the master key in the location indicated in 
the illustration ?) = fig. 84. The engine will 
start. 
> If the engine does not automatically start, 
press the [START ENGINE STOP] button again. 
@ Tips 
You can view the message again by pressing 
the [START ENGINE STOP] button. 
  
      
  
       
Electromechanical 
parking brake 
The ©) switch is located under the selector lever 
in the center console. 
Your vehicle is equipped with an electromechani- 
cal parking brake. The parking brake is designed 
to prevent the vehicle from rolling unintentional- 
ly and replaces the hand brake. 
Setting/manually releasing the parking 
brake 
> Pull the ©) switch to set the parking brake. The 
LED in the switch turns on. The iw (USA mod- 
els)/[@) (Canada  models) indicator light also 
turns on in the instrument cluster display. 
> To release the parking brake manually, press 
the brake or accelerator pedal while the igni- 
tion is switched on and press the ©) switch at 
the same time. The LED in the button and the 
indicator light in the display turn off. 
Releasing the parking brake automatically 
Requirement: the driver's door must be closed. 
> To start driving and release the parking brake 
automatically, press the accelerator pedal as 
usual. 
In addition to releasing the parking brake auto- 
matically, other convenience and safety functions 
are available when you start driving > page 78, 
Starting to drive. 
Emergency braking function 
You can  use the emergency braking function in an 
emergency situation, or if the standard brakes 
are malfunctioning or the pedal is obstructed. 
> Pull and hold the ©) switch. 
>» As soon as you release the (©) switch or acceler- 
ate, the braking stops. 
Pulling and holding the ©) switch while driving 
the vehicle activates the emergency braking func- 
tion. The hydraulic brake system will brake all 
four wheels. The braking effect is similar to heavy 
braking > A\. 
To reduce the risk of activating the emergency 
braking by mistake, a warning tone (buzzer) 
sounds when the ©) switch is pulled. Emergency 
braking stops as soon as the ©) switch is released 
or the accelerator pedal is pressed. 
Parking 
> Press the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. 
> Pull the ©) switch to set the parking brake. 
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Driving 
  
emergency release can be used if this hap- 
pens > page 86. 
Selector lever lock   
The selector lever lock prevents you from select- 
ing a gear accidentally, causing the vehicle to 
roll. 
  
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Fig. 86 Selector lever lock 
To release the selector lever lock: 
> Switch the ignition on. 
> Press the brake  pedal while pressing the inter- 
lock button. 
Automatic shift lock (ASL) 
The selector lever is locked in the "P" and "N"  po- 
sitions when the ignition is switched on. You 
must press the brake  pedal to select another po- 
sition. You must also press the interlock button if 
you are moving from the "P" position. The  follow- 
ing message appears in the display when the se- 
lector lever is in the "P"  or "N" position to remind 
the driver: 
To select a gear, please press brake  pedal and 
press lock button on selector lever 
The automatic shift lock only functions when the 
vehicle is stationary or at speeds below 1 mph 
(2 km/h). At higher speeds, the lock is automati- 
cally deactivated in the "N" position. 
The selector lever is not locked when shifting 
quickly through "N", for example from "R" to "D". 
This makes it possible to free the vehicle when it 
is stuck by “rocking” it. The selector lever lock en- 
gages if the lever stays in the "N" position longer 
than approximately two seconds when the brake 
pedal is not pressed. 
Interlock button 
The  interlock button in the selector lever handle 
prevents you from moving the selector Lever in- 
advertently while in some selector lever posi- 
tions. The positions that require the interlock 
button to be pressed are marked in color in the il- 
lustration > fig. 86. 
  
Z\ WARNING 
Read and follow all WARNINGS. > A\ in Selec- 
tor lever positions on page 80. 
G) Tips 
— If the selector lever does not engage, there 
is a malfunction. The engine is disabled to 
prevent the vehicle from driving off uninten- 
tionally. To allow the selector lever to en- 
gage again, proceed as follows: 
— Briefly press the brake pedal. 
— If the vehicle does not move forward or in 
reverse even though a drive position is se- 
lected, proceed as follows: 
— If the vehicle does not move in the desired 
direction, the system may not have engaged 
the drive position correctly. Press the brake 
pedal and select the  drive position again. 
— If the vehicle still does not move in the de- 
sired direction, there is a system malfunc- 
tion. See an authorized Audi dealer or au- 
thorized Audi Service Facility for assistance 
to have the system checked. 
The transmission shifts up and down automati- 
cally when in the driving gears. 
       
    
Fig. 87 Section of the center console: selector lever with 
interlock button 
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