2021 AUDI A4 navigation

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Table of contents


All wheel drive (quattro).............. 112
Electronic Stabilization Control......... 113
Trailer towing.................... 115
Driving with atrailer................. 115
Assist systems................... 117
Assist systems................... 117
General information. . 117
Surrounding area detection............ 118
Driving information.............. L241
Speed warning systeM.........-.00 00 121
Camera-based traffic sign recognition... 121
Traffic light information.............. 123
Lap tel ws = = sees 5 5 ses 2 2 eee ge ee 124
Integrated Toll Module............... 125
Driver assistance................. 127
Cruise control system............20-- 127
Efficiency assist....... 0.00... 128
Audi adaptive cruise control........... 130
Traffiejaim assists: « ¢ sas s o aerey & 2 sores x 138
Distance warning ...... 2.00... .00000. 140
Audi active lane assist/lane departure
WARNING: = = wey = o eee 2 o wees 2 Rae & 2 BS 141
Audi pre sense... ...... cee eee eee 143
Side assist... 0.0.6... cece eee eee 147
EXit Warnitig ces s = ewes 5 & eee § o eee es 148
Parking and maneuvering....... 150
TNtROGUetiON « = sew ce sees 5 2 eee : x ewer 150
Parkirigiaid plus o seswies «5 acinwse ow enanave a & ox 150
Rearview camera and peripheral cameras. 152
Rear cross-traffic assist.............0. 156
Assisted
parking............ 0 eee eee 157
Park assist... 0.0... ccc eee ee 159
Infotainment system............ 162
Telephone..................-0-005 162
Introduction................ 0000-0 162
S@tUP -cusy 9 sous & ¥ Sew Yo eR Es ewe 162
Using the Audi phone box............. 164
Using the telephone.................. 166
SOtUiNGS sisis < & eawig + eels # eee s BwR 169
MOSSAQESicies «i sanswis 6 v sete + 0 oxime 4 9 aie 170
Troubleshooting............--.000005 172
PRCT COMMBCE 's. cosves 5 6 sivas 6 6 snes 8 oo LS
General information................- 173
Audi connect Infotainment............ 173
Using a Wi-Fi hotspot................ 174
Audi connect Infotainment services..... 174
Functions on demand................ 175
Audi connect vehicle control services.... 175
Settings............. 0.0.00 002 eee 176
TRGUBIESHOOLING sass ¢ scm s 3 Hae 5 tee 177
Emergency call................... 178
Overview... 12.0... eee eee eee 178
Emergenicy'call « css s sees 6 s gems © + eeu 178
Online roadside assistance............ 179
NaViGGationtc: « « meus « & seu sc poms + «oe 181
Opening navigation............0..005 181
myAudi navigation...............000. 181
Entering a destination................ 182
Stopping route guidance.............. 185
Map... .. see cece eee eee 185
Alternative routes.............2-.00. 187
Additional functions................. 187
Satellite map.......... 2.0... ee eee 188
Mapupdaté-: « 2cas ss ees 9 ¢ eews vs pee 189
Traffic incidents’. = vce se eeu ve exon ewe 190
SETEIIGS sseneie oo smeneie © oxemenene © sitadame @ © etnznis 191
RAGUIG:: « cas 2 = seus « s pomp o 6 com 2 ¢ ce 193
General information................. 193
Radio functions................00005 194
Online radio's: ss sees ss eees ye epee se ee 197
Options and settings.............0005 198
Troubleshooting..............--000-5 199
PRE wei. as aoscen oo sauweme 3 & coset 3 v wens 201
Generalinformation................. 201
Bluetooth audio player............... 201
Amazon Alexa... 0.000 s eee bee eee ees 202
Multimedia connections.............. 202
Playing media. ........ 2. cece eee eee 203
Options and settings................. 207
Supported media and file formats...... 207
Troubleshooting..............--.0005 209
Audi smartphone interface...... 210
Setup... 2... eee eee eee 210
Troubleshooting.............---.00-5 211

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Instrument cluster


vehicle safely. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.

G) Tips
— The following pages primarily show illustra-
tions of the Audi virtual cockpit*. The dis-
play or location of the items that are shown
may vary on the different versions of the in-
strument cluster.
— You can select the units used for tempera-
ture, speed, and other measurements
=> page 212.
— Speeds are displayed in mph (miles per
hour) or km/h (kilometers per hour).
— Certain instrument cluster content can also
be displayed in the head-up display*
=>page 25.
Operating

Fig. 5 Left side of multifunction steering wheel
Information is organized within various tabs @)
in the instrument cluster. The tab contents are
displayed in the central area (2).
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
RAZ-0377

Selecting a tab
> Press the button @) repeatedly until the
desired tab is selected.
Returning to functions at higher levels
> Press the D button ©).
Opening and closing the menu
» Press the [=] button ©).
Selecting and confirming a function
Requirement: a menu or list must be displayed.
> To select a function, turn the left thumbwheel
@ to the desired function.
> To confirm a selection, press the left thumb-
wheel (7).
Switching the view
> Press the VIEW button @) > page 13.
The following tabs may be available, depending
on vehicle equipment:






First tab Vehicle functions > page 16
Second tab | Driver messages (this is only dis-
played if at least one indicator
light/message is being displayed)
Third tab Radio > page 193
Media > page 203
Fourth tab | Telephone > page 166
Fifth tab Navigation > page 181

Adjusting the display
RAZ-0673
Applies to: Audi virtual cockpit
Fig. 6 Center display: adjusting the display
Switching the view
Applies to: Audi virtual cockpit
> Press the VIEW button to switch between the
default view @ and the enhanced view (2).
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Touch display

Possible functions characters that have been entered @) and results
may be shown @).
Description
Press: switches the center display Opening text input
on or off (this can also be done us- > Tap inside the input field @.
ing the button in the center con-
sole)
/Press and hold: switchesthe | Requirement: multiple input languages must be
defined in the MMI > page 24.
Switching input languages
screen clearing mode on or off
(can also be done using the but- > To switch between the defined input languages,
ton in the center console) press the button @.
Opens the garage door opener
function Switching the input methods

> To switch between handwriting input or the on-
Possible.quick:settings screen keyboard, press the button @).

Symbol Description

Apply sound settings Entering text
> Applies to: the on-screen keyboard: To enter
text, press the buttons on the keyboard. De-
pending on the usage context, you may also be
able to swipe over the letters )).
> Applies to handwriting input: To enter text,
Manage connected devices
Manage users
= Set displayed content in the noti-
fication center

PLwAec Set date and time simply write in the input area using one finger
©. You can write the separate characters next
Tonia: to each other or one on top of the other with-

out having to move your finger over after writ-
ing a character. When you end the entry, the
writing is interpreted by the system.
> Applies to: the on-screen keyboard with an in-
7 put language that uses accented characters: To
Maal enter accented characters (such as 4, ¢, fi, 6),

[RAZ-0955|
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Pea press and hold a character that has accented
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:
Cea versions available and select the desired ac-
cented character.
» Applies to: handwriting input: To enter a space,
drag a line from left to right in the input sec-
Fig. 18 Center display: text input 5
tion ©.



> To select a location in the text input, press on
the desired location in the input field. You can
control the location more accurately using the
Overview
In the input fields of various menus, you can en-
ter letters, numbers and characters, for example slider on the screen ©.
to find an address in navigation*. > To delete individual characters, press 1@, or
The text that is currently entered is displayed in » Applies to: handwriting input: Drag a line from
the center display @. Depending on the context, right to left in the input section ©).
word suggestions may be given based on the > To delete multiple characters, press and hold
a@.

2) Depending on the country or equipment
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Driving information

Driving information
Speed warning system
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
The speed warning system helps the driver to
stay below a specified maximum speed. A warn-
ing threshold can be set in the MMI for this pur-
pose.
Once the speed slightly exceeds the stored
threshold, the speed warning system will alert
the driver with an indicator in the instrument
cluster and a warning tone. Once the speed drops
below the stored maximum speed, the indicator
will turn off.
Setting a threshold is recommended if you would
like to be reminded when you reach a certain
maximum speed. Situations where you may want
to do so include driving in a country with a gener-
al speed limit or if there is a specified maximum
speed for winter tires.
@) Tips
Regardless of the speed warning system, you
should always monitor your speed using the
speedometer and make sure you are adhering
to the legal speed limit.
Setting the warning threshold
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Speed warning.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system
iol Manually set speed limit XX mph
(km/h) exceeded
The stored speed was exceeded.
Camera-based traffic
sign recognition
Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition

Fig. 103 Instrument cluster: traffic sign recognition
The traffic sign recognition shows the traffic
signs detected by the front camera in the instru-
ment cluster display and in the head-up display”.
Data from the navigation system is also included
in the display. Up to three traffic signs can be dis-
played in the instrument cluster at once. The
speed limit that is currently applicable is dis-
played in the status line. If necessary, it will be
hidden if the system detects that turning right is
prohibited at a red light. The display in the head-
up display* can be switched off > page 25.
Within the limits of the system and depending
on the market, speed limit restrictions @ in
school zones, highways, construction zones, or at
night may be displayed.
Limitations
The traffic sign recognition is subject to certain
system limitations and may be unavailable or on-
ly partially available in the following situations:
— When visibility is poor, such as in snow, rain,
fog, or heavy spray
— When there is glare, for example from oncom-
ing traffic or the sun
— At high speeds
—If the camera's visual field > page 118 is cov-
ered, for example by dirt or stickers. For infor-
mation on cleaning, see > page 255.
— If the traffic signs are completely or partially
covered, for example by trees, snow, dirt, or
other vehicles
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Driving information

— If traffic signs do not conform to the standard
format
— If traffic signs are damaged or bent
— If traffic signs are displayed on sign holders
with electronic signs
— If the traffic signs or the roadways have
changed, and the navigation data is no longer
up-to-date

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 117.
— Under some circumstances, traffic sign rec-
ognition may not detect traffic signs correct-
ly or detect them at all. As a result, the sys-
tem may not display the correct speed limit
or any speed limit.

@) Tips
— Traffic sign recognition does not adapt your
vehicle's speed to match the speed Limit.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either mph
or km/h, depending on the country.
Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition
Accessing traffic sign recognition
> Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > Traffic signs.
Setting a traffic sign based speed warning
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Speed warning.
You can select a warning threshold. If you exceed
this, then the current detected speed limit will be
shown in the display with an exclamation point
for the duration that it is exceeded and it will
blink for a short time.
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Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition
Traffic sign recognition: currently unavaila-
ble. Camera view limited due to environmental
conditions
The camera’s visual field is covered. Clean the
windshield.
Traffic sign recognition: currently limited.
See owner's manual
This message appears if navigation system data
is not available, for example on newly-construct-
ed roads. The speed limit display will be tempo-
rarily limited, which increases the risk of an incor-
rect display. If this message continues to appear,
drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility to have the mal-
function repaired.
No traffic sign information available
Depending on the area, there is no valid naviga-
tion data and no speed limits were detected. This
may also appear if there is a recommended
speed, but no speed limit (for example when
driving on and off the expressway).
Malfunction! See owner's manual
The system may not function correctly so it has
been switched off. See an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
Function currently unavailable. See owner's
manual
If this message appears on vehicles without cam-
era-based traffic sign recognition, then the traffic
light
information function is currently unavaila-
ble. See > page 124.

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Driving information

Traffic light information
Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information

Fig. 104 Instrument cluster: traffic light information dis-
play
The traffic light information gives you a speed
recommendation in order to reach the next traffic
light when it is green @, or it informs you of the
wait time at the next red light 2). Once traffic
light
data is received, the traffic light information
will be displayed in the instrument cluster and in
the head-up display*. If the vehicle is in an area
with traffic light information but cannot receive a
traffic light signal, then a gray traffic light sym-
bol will be displayed @).
General information
The traffic light information is subject to system
limitations and may be unavailable or only parti-
ally available in the following situations:
—If the permitted speed limit is exceeded
— If driving below a certain speed limit
— If the next traffic light is less than approxi-
mately 100 feet (30 m) away
—If the estimated wait time at a red light is less
than four seconds
— If there is no traffic light data available
— If emergency response vehicles or public transit
systems are active
— If traffic lights are in construction zones or be-
ing serviced
— If there are warnings from the camera-based
traffic sign recognition*
— If the camera-based traffic sign recognition* is
malfunctioning or not available
—If the data connection has been interrupted
— If data transmission is deactivated in the priva-
cy settings
— If the subscription has expired
If this is the case, the menu item will be grayed-
out or it will not be possible to select it.

ZX WARNING
— When traffic light information is shown, al-
so always pay attention to the traffic situa-
tion, the distance to other vehicles, and the
area around the vehicle. The driver is always
responsible for assessing the traffic situa-
tion.
— Always adapt your speed to the current
weather, road and traffic conditions. The dis
played information must never cause you to
ignore legal traffic regulations and pose a
safety risk.
— Regardless of the traffic light information,
you should always monitor your speed using
the speedometer and make sure you are ad-
hering to the legal speed limit.
— The traffic light information does not adjust
your vehicle's speed to the speed recom-
mendation shown in the display.
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 117.
(i) Tips
— Traffic light information was only available
in select cities at the time this manual was
printed.


— Traffic light information is not available na-
tionwide.
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— Incorrect values from the camera-based
traffic sign recognition* or outdated naviga-
tion system* map data can result in missing
or incorrect display images.
— Certain traffic lights can automatically ad-
just to the current traffic situation. If this
occurs, the display of traffic light informa-
tion can change suddenly.
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Driver assistance

An additional indicator appears in the head-up
display*.
Changing the cruise control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in small increments, tap the lever up to the
first level toward @)/G) > page 127, fig. 105.
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in larger increments, tap the lever up to the
second level toward @)/G).
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
continuously, tap and hold the lever at the first
or second level toward @)/G).
Overriding or deactivating the cruise
control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
You can override or deactivate the cruise control
system. When you deactivate the system, your
cruise control speed will be stored and you can
resume that speed.
Requirement: the system must be switched on
and the regulated speed must be activated.
Overriding
> To temporarily override the cruise control
speed, press the accelerator pedal.
> To resume the stored regulated speed, remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
If you override the cruise control system for a
long period of time, the cruise control system
will be deactivated. The [Ud or [RM indicator
light will be displayed and the cruise control
speed will be saved.
Deactivating
> To deactivate the cruise control speed, press
the lever toward @) (not locked into place)
=> page 127, fig. 105, or
> Press the brake pedal.
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ZA WARNING
Resting your foot on the accelerator pedal
could override the cruise control. This will pre-
vent braking interventions by the system.
See me Lai
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

When you switch the system off, the cruise con-
trol speed will be erased.
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To switch the system off, press the lever toward
@ (locked into place) > page 127, fig. 105, or
> Switch the ignition off.
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
Gir / 3) Speed control system: currently un-
available. See owner's manual
If the indicator light turns on and this message
appears, the cruise control system has been deac-
tivated. There is a temporary malfunction, for ex-
ample the brakes are overheating. Switch the
cruise control system on again later.
Efficiency assist
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
Efficiency assist can assist the driver with predic-
tive information in order to reduce fuel consump-
tion. Depending on vehicle equipment, the sys-
tem may access data from the navigation system,
the camera behind the windshield, and the radar
sensors.
Adjusting the efficiency assist
You can adjust efficiency assist functions individ-
ually. The settings depend on the vehicle equip-
ment.
— Predictive messages > page 129.
— Predictive control > page 133.

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Driver assistance

Situation symbols
Depending on vehicle equipment, the following
symbols may be shown. The symbols indicate the
situation to which the efficiency assist is respond-
ing.
Some symbols only appear if Predictive messag-
es are switched on, and some symbols only ap-
pear if Predictive control is switched on and Audi
adaptive cruise control” is actively regulating the
vehicle.


Symbol |Description

Slow down
(predictive messages only)
Adjustment to curves along route
(predictive control only) Additional
symbols are shown in the Driver as-
sistance display.
Speed limit
Speed limit
Exit ahead
Intersection ahead
Traffic circle ahead
(predictive control only) If the indica-
tor light turns on in green and red, it
is indicating that there is a difference
between the speed limit and the set
speed.

ZA WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 117.

@ Tips
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— The system only detects traffic signs that
specify a speed limit.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either
km/h or mph, depending on the country.
— Except for the road network, which is re-
corded in the navigation system’s map infor-
mation, certain functions may not be availa-
ble.
— Certain settings are automatically stored
and assigned to the remote control key be-
ing used.
Predictive messages
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
The symbol BS appears in the instrument cluster
display if efficiency assist recommends removing
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Additional symbols that indicate the situation to
which the efficiency assist is reacting are shown
in the Driver assistance display > page 129, Sit-
uation symbols.
Requirements
— The cruise control system* or Audi adaptive
cruise control* must not be actively regulating.
— The vehicle speed must be at least 20 mph
(30 km/h).
— The remaining distance until the situation is
reached must be large enough to allow the sys-
tem to react to the situation.
— The automatic transmission is not in the “S”
driving program.
Switching messages on and off
You can switch the system off or on. The adjust-
ment options depend on the vehicle equipment.
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > (Charging & Efficiency) > Efficiency as-
sist > Predictive messages.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 117.
— Pay attention to traffic and the area around
your vehicle when efficiency assist is >

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