2021 AUDI A8 sunroof

Voice recognition system

Voice recognition system
General information
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
You can operate many functions in the vehicle
easily using voice commands.
Using the voice recognition system optimally
> Speak clearly and distinctly at a normal volume.
Speak louder when driving faster.
> Emphasize the words in the commands evenly
and do not leave long pauses.
> Close the doors, the windows, and the sunroof*
to reduce background noise. Make sure that
passengers are not speaking when you are giv-
ing a voice command.
> Do not direct the vents toward the hands-free
microphone, which is in the roof headliner near
the front interior lights.
> Only the driver should speak to the system, be-
cause the handsfree microphone is aimed to-
ward this seating position.


ZA\ WARNING
— Direct your full attention to driving. As the
driver, you have complete responsibility for
safety in traffic. Only use the functions in
such a way that you always maintain com-
plete control over your vehicle in all traffic
situations.
— Do not use the voice recognition system in
emergencies because your voice may change
in stressful situations. The system may take
longer to dial the number or may not be
able to dial it at all. Dial the emergency
number manually.

G) Tips
There are no voice guidance* prompts when a
dialog is active.
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Description
Operating the voice recognition system
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
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Fig. 25 Upper display: voice recognition system
Requirement: the ignition and the MMI must be
switched on. A system language supported by
the voice recognition system must be set. There
must be no phone calls in progress and the park-
ing aid must not be active.
Operating by button «¢
> Briefly press the «€ button on the multifunction
steering wheel, or depending on the context,
press we in the upper display.
> Say the desired command after the signal tone.
> To switch the voice recognition system off,
press and hold the «€ button on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel, or say or press Cancel (@)
> fig. 25.
Operating with voice commands
> Applies to: MMI: To operate the voice recogni-
tion system using voice commands, select on
the home screen: SETTINGS > General >
(Speech dialog system) > Activate the speech
dialog system with "Hey Audi".
> Say the activation phrase Hey Audi together
with the desired command.
> To switch the voice recognition system off, say
Cancel or press and hold the «£ button on the
multifunction steering wheel, or press @)
> fig. 25.
Commands and assistance
In the voice recognition system menu, possible
commands or help settings are displayed for the
current dialog @).
> To receive additional help for the current dia-
log, say or press Help (2).

Opening and closing

Operating the front roof sunshade
The roof sunshade cannot be closed completely if
the roof is open.
> Opening and closing the sunshade: push the
SD switch in the headliner @) briefly toward
the rear or forward to the second level. Or:
push or pull the 4S switch in the rear briefly
downward or upward to the second level.
> Partially opening the sunshade: press the 2>
switch to the first level until the sunshade
reaches the desired position.
Operating the rear roof sunshade*
> Opening and closing the sunshade: push the
switch in the headliner @) briefly forward or to-
ward the rear to the second level. Or:
> Push or pull the :& switch in the rear door
briefly downward or upward to the second Lev-
el.
> Partially opening the sunshade: press the
switch to the first level until the sunshade
reaches the desired position.
Operating the roof from the cockpit
> Tilting the roof: press the 4S switch in the
headliner briefly up to the second level ().
> Closing the tilted roof: pull the A> switch down
briefly to the second level.
> Opening the roof: slide the 2S switch back
briefly twice in a row to the second level @).
> Closing the opened roof: push the 2S switch
forward briefly to the second level.
> Opening or closing partially: slide the A>
switch to the first level and hold it there until
the roof reaches the desired position.
Operating the roof from the rear*
> Tilting the roof: briefly press the > switch* in
the rear door downward once to the second lev-
el.
> Closing the tilted roof: pull the > switch* up-
ward briefly to the second level.
> Opening the roof: press the > switch* in the
rear door downward again briefly to the second
level.
> Closing the roof: pull the 2> switch* upward
briefly to the second level.
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> Opening partially: pull or press the A> switch*
to the first level until the roof reaches the de-
sired position.
Quick opening and closing
You can also open or close the roof and front sun-
shade from the cockpit in one movement.
> Opening the roof and sunshade: slide the A>
switch back briefly twice in a row to the second
level 2).
> Closing the opened roof and sunshade: push
the 2d switch forward briefly twice in a row to
the second level.
Roof emergency closing
If an object is detected when closing, the roof
will open again automatically. In this case, you
can then close it with the power emergency clos-
ing function.
> Within five seconds after the sunroof opens au-
tomatically, pull the applicable button until the
roof is closed.

ZA\ WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, always pay atten-
tion when closing the roof. Always switch the
ignition off and take the key with you when
leaving the vehicle.

@) Note
Always close the roof when you leave the vehi-
cle and when there is precipitation to reduce
the risk of damage to the interior equipment,
particularly the electronic equipment.
G) Tips
— After switching off the ignition, the roof and
sunshades can still be operated for several
minutes as long as neither of the front
doors have been opened.
— It is not possible to open the roof when
temperatures are too low.

Care and cleaning

Care and cleaning
General information
Regular, proper care helps to maintain your vehi-
cle's value. It can also be a requirement when
submitting warranty claims for corrosion damage
and paint defects on the body.
The required cleaning and care products can be
obtained from an authorized Audi dealer or au-
thorized Service Facility. Read and follow the in-
structions for use on the packaging.

ZA\ WARNING
— Using cleaning and care products incorrectly
can be dangerous to your health.
— Always store cleaning and care products out
of reach of children to reduce the risk of poi-

soning.

@ For the sake of the environment
— Purchase environmentally-friendly cleaning
products if possible.
— Do not dispose of cleaning and care prod-
ucts with household trash.
Car washes
The longer that deposits such as insects, bird
droppings, tree sap or road salt remain on the ve-
hicle, the more the surface can be damaged. High
temperatures such as those caused by sunlight
increase the damaging effect.
Before washing, rinse off heavy deposits with
plenty of water.
Stubborn deposits such as bird droppings or tree
sap are best removed with plenty of water anda
microfiber cloth.
Also, wash the underside of your vehicle once
road salt stops being used for the season.
Pressure washers
When washing your vehicle with a pressure wash-
er, always follow the operating instructions pro-
vided with the pressure washer. This is especially
important in regard to the pressure and spraying
distance. Do not aim the spray directly at the
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seals on the side windows, doors, hood, luggage
compartment lid, or sunroof*, or at tires, rubber
hoses, insulating material, sensors*, camera
lenses*, or the laser scanner*. Keep a distance of
at least 16 inches (40 cm).
Plug-in hybrid drive: Do not direct the stream of
water towards the wall mount clip*.
Do not remove snow and ice with a pressure
washer.
Never use cone nozzles or high pressure nozzles.
The water temperature must not be above 140 °F
(60 °C).
Automatic car wash
Spray off the vehicle before washing.
Make sure that the windows and roof* are closed
and the windshield wipers are off. Make sure that
the vehicle is still able to roll during the washing
process in the car wash. Follow instructions from
the car wash operator, especially if there are ac-
cessories attached to your vehicle.
If possible, use car washes that do not have
brushes.
Washing by hand
Clean the vehicle starting from the top and work-
ing downward using a soft sponge or cleaning
brush. Use solvent-free cleaning products.
Washing vehicles with matte finish paint by
hand
To reduce the risk of damaging the paint when
washing, first remove dust and large particles
from your vehicle. Insects, grease spots, and fin-
gerprints are best removed with a special cleaner
for matte finish paint.
Apply the product using a microfiber cloth. To re-
duce the risk of damaging the paint surface, do
not use too much pressure.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water. Then
clean using a neutral shampoo and a soft micro-
fiber cloth.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly again and let it air
dry. Remove any water residue using a chamois. >

Fuses and bulbs


Fuse panel ©) (white)
2 |Rear sliding sunroof
DVD drive
AC socket
3 5
6 |Passenger’s side rear safety belt tensioner
7 8




Front center armrest heating

Rear footrest heating
11 | Rear Seat Remote


12 | Driver’s side rear safety belt tensioner

Bulbs
[Note
Your vehicle is equipped with maintenance-free
headlights and tail lights. However, if a light bulb
needs to be replaced, please contact an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty.
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Rolling ability
Electromechanical parking brake........ 121,
Transmission idle............-..00000 110
Roof
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Roof load. ...... 2.20... 02 eeeeeeeeeeee 344
Roof rack... 6. eee eee eee 99
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Route guidance
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Running direction (tires)..............-. 322
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Securing child safety seats.............. 91
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Saving fuel
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Screen
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Screens in the rear
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Search function
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Seat HEAtinGvevs « « seo ¢ o seems ¢ ¢ eee oom 102
Seats
Adjusting the front seats............... 71
Adjusting the rear seats................ 74
Cleaning.......... 0... eee ee eee eee 313
Front passenger's seat adjustment....... 75
Front passenger’s seat adjustment....... 73
Head restraints:. « 2 ssw. 2 cscs ee eee ae oe 78
Massage function............ eee eee ee 71
Memory TuNCtION « ¢ ess s ween 8 s eee ss eae 83
Resetting the position.................. 73
Storing aseat profile................... 83
Seat ventilation. ....... 00. eee eee eee 102
Securing'the:vehiele « ssces xo vscan + ¥ arene + «© 108
Selecting a source (media).............. 253)
Selector levers «2 cscs ao avin ow wwe vo awe 109
Sensors
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Locations................ 0000.0 0000- 152
Service interval display................. 287
Setting measurement units.............. 263
SettINGS!. 6 2 cease x 2 aaivene 2 @ ween © @ suena © & 263
Announcements and tones............. 263
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Datesand times « 2 ees 2 v cen © x suse «as 263
Language... .. 6. . cece cece eee eee 263
Measurement units............0.00085 263
Media. os sucsas a v seers 6 & sume @ ees 3 0 sta 257
Navigation.................0..0.000. 240
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SysteM .. 2 eee 263
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Wi-Fi hotspot scons so sce se news oo een oo 225
Setting the language...............-... 263
Setting the time ss ¢ ¢ ees ss pees cv teas 9? 263
Shift pPaddléSc.s « = sane ss eesg s Heiss a 3 ees 111
Ship carrier... 2... eee eee eee 125
Shortcut
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Shuffle... 2.0... 0... cee eee ee eee ee 255
Side assist... 0.0... eee eee eee 182
Cleaning the sensors..........-....--. 311
SIM card... 2. eee 223
Sliding/tilting sunroof
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Smart Favorites
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Smartphone
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Snow Chainsis « = sess « 2 scree x 2 creams xe ene 305
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