Table of contents
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Cockpit overview.............-000005
Indicator lights overview...........0.
Display and operation............
Instrument cluster...............
Instrument cluster overview...........
Coolant temperature indicator.........
Tachometer.......... 0.0 eee eee eee
Odometer as = s eee = seen ge zee a tows e
Outside temperature display...........
Fuellevel.......... 0. cece eee eee eee
Multifunction steering wheel..........
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Starting and driving.............
Opening and closing.............
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Luggage compartment lid.............
Power windows.............0.00 0005
Garage door opener...............0..
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Automatic power top.................
Wind deflector ecax « x came + 5 yom 2 4 ews
Power top emergency operation........
Lights and Vision.................
Exterior lighting ssivses + « ssa 3s inane 9 & sou
Interior lighting. ................000.
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Windshield wipers..............00005
Digital compass................0000.
Sitting correctly and safely......
Correct passenger seating position......
Front seats .......... 00sec eee eee
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Safety belts. ....... 0... eee eee eee
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Stowing and using............... 63
Power SourceS...... 00... c eee eee 63
StOraGe « coun s 2 ween s 2 MEWS 4 a REE 5p eS 63
Luggage compartment............... 64
Roof rack... 6.66. e ee eee eee eee eee 67
Warrriiandicoleiis « 6 sis os wiwia sos 69
Climate control system............... 69
Fluids in the A/C system. ............. 72
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Generalinformation................. 74
Starting and stopping the engine....... 75
Electromechanical parking brake....... 77
Starting to drive..... 02... eee eee 78
Sporty Criving'ss < « exes xe een xe pews x ee 79
Automatic transmission.............. 79
Driver assistance................. 87
Assist systems................00. 87
Speed warning system...............- 87
Cruise control system.............0-5 87
Audi active lane assist................ 89
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Audi side assist 93
Audi drive select (drive settings)........ 96
Parking aid....................... 99
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Rear parking system ........0...-00 0% 100
Parking system plus.............-.04. 100
RearvieW Camera cw + x cya so nema « gas 101
Adjusting the display and the warning
TONES 2. eee 103
ErtOr MeSSAGCSix. « = sown « = sem ee eee s 103
Intelligent Technology........... 105
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC).... 105
Brakes’: so isemwe o eames av omceme 2 2 mess 6 ase 107
Steering... ..... cece eee ee eee ee 108
All wheel drive (quattro).............. 109
Rearspoiler's « css i essa s ¢ oes se sores 109
Energy management................. 110
Infotainment system............ 111
Multi Media Interface............ Lid
Traffic safety information............. VT
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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
malfunction ..............00 eee
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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— 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
@ Parking’ brake: « + cs ss wows so sors 77
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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Quick access
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Y Cruise control system
=> page 199 => page 88
Engine warm-up request
=> page 203
Washer fluid level
=> page 211
Cruise control system
=> page 88
Speed warning system
=> page 87
Speed warning system
=> page 87
Windshield wipers
=> page 43
Audi side assist
>page 95
Tire pressure
=> page 230, or > page 232
Active lane assist
=> page 90
Tire pressure
=> page 230, or > page 232
Bulb failure indicator
> page 38
Headlight range control system
=> page 38
Adaptive light
> page 38
Light/rain sensor
=> page 38, > page 43
Battery in remote control key
=> page 20
Other indicator lights
Turn signals
=> page 37, > page 38
Cruise control system
=> page 88
Cruise control system
> page 88
Active lane assist
=> page 90
Transmission
=> page 85
Electromechanical parking brake
>page 16
Electromechanical parking brake
=>page 16
Convenience key
=> page 77
Electromechanical parking brake
=>page 16
Instrument cluster
Accessing the sport displays in the central
area
> Open the first Vehicle tab (trip computer) using
the [<>] button on the multifunction steering
wheel.
> Select on the multifunction steering wheel: left
control button > Sport displays.
> Turn the left thumbwheel on the multifunction
steering wheel until the desired sport display
appears in the instrument cluster.
Accessing the sport displays in the additional
display
> Select on the multifunction steering wheel:
right control button > Additional display.
> Select the desired additional display.
G meter*
The G meter displays the longitudinal and lateral
acceleration. The maximum values that are
reached are stored and displayed when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
> To reset the stored values, select on the multi-
function steering wheel: right control button >
Reset values.
Engine data*
The engine data displays the current power and
torque.
Tire pressure monitoring system*
The tire pressure monitoring system displays the
current tire pressures and temperature. Also see
=> page 232, Tire pressure monitoring system.
Messages
@)Electromechanical parking brake
If the Zi Hh © indicator light turns on, the
parking brake has been set.
Zin / © Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep
If the indicator light blinks and the message ap-
pears, there is not enough braking power to se-
cure the vehicle. The brakes have overheated. The
vehicle could roll away, even on a small incline.
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gw Parking brake: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility immediately to have the malfunc-
tion corrected. Do not park the vehicle on hills,
because it could roll.
[email protected] / {@) Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep
The braking force may not be enough to secure
the vehicle from rolling away. Park the vehicle in
a place with less of an incline.
WN / {@) Parking brake: applied
The parking brake is set. Press and hold the brake
pedal
to release the parking brake.
@~- Steering lock
|e —e| Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. You cannot turn the ignition on.
Do not tow your vehicle because it cannot be
steered. See an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
|e—e| Steering lock: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
Z\ WARNING
Do not tow your vehicle when there is a mal-
function in the electronic steering lock - this
increases the risk of an accident.
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BS Engine start system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
Do not switch the ignition off because you may
not be able to switch it on again.
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Opening and closing
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Fig. 11 Your vehicle key set
@ Remote or convenience key*
The convenience key* is a remote control key with
special functions > page 21 and > page 75.
You can unlock/lock your vehicle with the remote
control key. A mechanical key is integrated in the
remote control key > page 20.
@ Key tag with vehicle code*
The vehicle code* on the key tag can be rubbed
off. It does not have a function.
Replacing a key
If a key is lost, see an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility. Have this key de-
activated. It is important to bring all keys with
you. If a key is lost, you should report it to your
insurance company.
Number of keys
You can check the number of keys assigned to
your vehicle in the Infotainment system. To do
this, select the [MENU] button > Vehicle > left
control button > Service & checks > Vehicle in-
formation. This way, you can make sure that you
have all the keys when purchasing a used vehicle.
Electronic immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents unauthorized use of
the vehicle.
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may not
be able to start if there is a remote control key
from a different vehicle manufacturer on the key
chain.
Data in the master key
When driving, service and maintenance-relevant
data is continuously stored in your remote con-
trol key. Your Audi service advisor can read out
this data and tell you about the work your vehicle
needs. This applies also to vehicles with a con-
venience key*.
Personal convenience settings
If two people use one vehicle, it is recommended
that each person always uses “their own” master
key. When the ignition is turned off or when the
vehicle is locked, personal convenience settings
for the following systems are stored and as-
signed to the remote master key.
— Climate control system
— Parking aid*
— Active lane assist*
— Side assist*
— Drive select
The stored settings are automatically recalled
when you unlock the vehicle, open the doors or
turn on the ignition.
ZX WARNING
If you leave the vehicle, switch the ignition off
and take the vehicle key with you. This applies
particularly when children remain in the vehi-
cle. Otherwise the children could start the en-
gine or operate electrical equipment such as
power windows.
() Note
Protect the remote control key against high
temperatures and direct sunlight.
@) For the sake of the environment
XX Do not dispose of remote control keys in
household trash. They contain materials that
can be recycled. Contact an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for
more information.
G) Tips
— The operation of the remote control key can
be temporarily disrupted by interference
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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
Lights and Vision
Exterior lighting
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Fig. 40 Instrument panel: light switch
Light switch ©:
Turn the switch to the corresponding position.
When the lights are switched on, the 2»: symbol
turns on.
0 - 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 37> 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.
Automatic dynamic headlight range control
system*
Your vehicle is equipped with a headlight range
control system so that there is less glare for on-
coming traffic if the vehicle load changes. The
headlight range also adjusts automatically when
braking and accelerating.
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* (vehicles with LED head-
lights) - the cornering light switches on automat-
ically when the steering wheel is turned at a cer-
tain angle at speeds up to approximately 44 mph
(70 km/h) and when the turn signal is activated
at speeds up to approximately 25 mph
(40 km/h). The area to the side of the vehicle is
illuminated better when turning.
Highway light function* (vehicles with LED head-
lights) - This function adapts the lighting for
highway driving based on vehicle speed.
Speed dependent light distribution* (vehicles
with
LED headlights) - The speed dependent light
distribution adapts the light in towns and on
highways or expressways. Intersections can also
be illuminated on vehicles with a navigation sys-
tem*.
ZA\ 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 ZO.
—To reduce glare for traffic behind your vehi-
cle, the rear fog lights* should only be
turned on in accordance with the legal >
Driving
> Place the selector lever in the “P” position.
> Turn the engine off > A\.
> Turn the steering wheel when parking on in-
clines so that the wheels will roll into the curb
if the vehicle starts moving.
ZA WARNING
— If the parking brake is set, it can release au-
tomatically when the accelerator pedal is
pressed. To reduce the risk of an accident,
do not inadvertently press the accelerator
pedal and always shift into “P” when the ve-
hicle is stopped.
— Emergency braking should only be used in
an emergency, when the when the standard
brake pedal is malfunctioning or obstructed.
During emergency braking, your vehicle will
brake similar to heavy braking. ESC and the
associated components (ABS, ASR, EDL) can-
not overcome the laws of physics. In corners
and when road or weather conditions are
bad, a full brake application can cause the
vehicle to skid or the rear end to swerve,
which increases the risk of an accident.
— If the power supply fails, you cannot set the
parking brake once it is released. In this
case, park the vehicle on level ground and
secure it by placing the selector lever in the
P position. See an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.
— If you leave the vehicle, switch the ignition
off and take the vehicle key with you. This
applies particularly when children remain in
the vehicle. Otherwise children could start
the
engine, release the parking brake or op-
erate electrical equipment such as power
windows, which increases the risk of an acci-
dent.
— No one should remain in the vehicle when it
is locked - especially children. Locked doors
make it more difficult for emergency work-
ers to get into the vehicle, which puts lives
at risk.
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@) Note
Do not leave your vehicle unattended while
the engine is running, because this increases
the risk of an accident.
@) Tips
— Noises when the parking brake is set and re-
leased are normal and are not a cause for
concern.
— The parking brake goes through a self-test
cycle at regular intervals when the vehicle is
stopped. Any noises associated with this are
normal.
Starting to drive
Various convenience and safety functions may be
available when the vehicle begins driving, de-
pending on vehicle equipment.
Starting on hills with the parking brake set
Requirement: the driver's door must be closed.
> To start driving comfortably when on a hill, set
the parking brake and begin driving as usual.
The braking force of the parking brake does not
release automatically until the wheels build up
enough driving force.
Starting on hills with hill hold assist
If you take your foot off of the brake pedal when
driving on hills, the braking force will be held for
several seconds. At that time, you can start driv-
ing without the vehicle rolling backward.
Requirement: the driver's door must be closed,
the engine must be on, and the vehicle must be
traveling uphill.
> To activate hill hold assist, press and hold the
brake pedal for several seconds while the vehi-
cle is stationary.
ZX WARNING
—To reduce the risk of an accident, always
make sure the vehicle is situated safely
while stationary.
— If the parking brake is set, it can release au-
tomatically when the accelerator pedal is >