2021 AUDI Q2 Gear

Driver assist systems
© Note
The distance may be below the warning
threshold for a short time when overtaking or
approaching a slower vehicle quickly from be­

hind.
In this case, no warning will be given. A
warning is only given if the distance is consis­
tently below the threshold.
Driver messages
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control

El
ACC:
not available
The system cannot detect vehicles reliably and
will be deactivated. The sensor is out of align­
ment or defective. Drive to a qualified workshop
and have the fault rectified.

EH
ACC:
currently unavailable. No sensor vision

Eo3
ACC:
currently unavailable. Sensor view re­
stricted due to surroundings. See owner's
man­

ual
These messages appear if the radar sensor vision
is impaired, e.g. by leaves, snow, heavy road
spray or dirt. Clean the sensor
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112,
Fig. 101.

E3
ACC:
currently unavailable. Speed too low
Manual gearbox: This message appears if the cur­
rent speed is too low for
ACC
mode. You cannot
store speed settings below 30 km/h. The cruise
control system switches off if the speed falls
be­

low 20 km/h.

Esi
ACC:
available from 2nd gear up
Manual gearbox: The adaptive cruise control only
operates in 2nd gear or higher.

B
ACC:
currently unavailable. Gradient too
steep
The maximum possible road gradient for safe op­
eration of the adaptive cruise control has been

exceeded.
The adaptive cruise control cannot be
switched on.
ffl
Ea3
ACC:
only
available in D, S or M < o

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Automatic gearbox: Move the selector lever to

g
position D/S or M. <
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Eol
ACC:
clutch pedal pressed
Automatic gearbox: Cruise control mode is deac­
tivated if the clutch pedal is pressed for
a
rela­
tively long period.

Bf
ACC:
engine speed
Manual gearbox: This message appears if the
driver does not change gear in time when the
adaptive cruise control accelerates or brakes the
vehicle and the engine speed is too high or low as
a result. The adaptive cruise control is switched

off.

EJACC:
parking brake applied
The adaptive cruise control system is deactivated
if the parking brake is applied. The adaptive
cruise control will be available again when the
parking brake is released.

Eo3
ACC:
currently unavailable. Stabilisation
control input
This message appears if the electronic stabilisa­
tion control (ESC) intervenes. In this case, the
adaptive cruise control will automatically be
switched off.

Eo3 ACC
off: manual control!
This message appears if the vehicLe rolls back­
wards when driving away on a slight gradient,
even though the adaptive cruise control is active.
Press the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from
rolling back or colliding with an object behind.

EM
ACC:
currently unavailable. Park assist ac­
tive
The systems are switched off when the park as­
sist* is active. The systems will be available again
when the parking manoeuvre is finished.
Distance warning: fault. Please contact work­
shop
The system cannot detect vehicles reliably and
will be deactivated. The radar sensor is out of
alignment or defective. Drive to a qualified work­
shop and have the fault rectified.
Distance warning: currently unavailable. Sensor
view restricted due to surroundings •
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Driver assist systems
Rear cross-traffic assist
Applies to: vehicles with rear cross-traffic assist

Fig.
121 Example diagram

Fig.
122 Infotainment: Rear cross-traffic assist display
While you are reversing, the rear cross-traffic as­
sist can warn against a potential collision with
traffic approaching perpendicular to the rear of
the vehicle. The system uses the radar sensors

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128, Fig. 120 to monitor the area behind
and to the side of the vehicle when you are leav­
ing a parking space. Where possible, it detects
objects, such as cars, as they approach the
vehi­

cle
of/g.
121.
If critical cross-traffic is detected when reversing
out of a parking space, the system reacts as
fol­

lows:

- Graphic display: A graphic with a red arrow
symbol appears on the infotainment display.
The arrow indicates the direction from which
the object is approaching
^>Fig.
122.
- Warning tone: A tone may sound continuously
as an additional signal when you are reversing.
-Automatic
brake
jolt: A short sharp application
of the brakes may also warn against a potential
collision with an approaching object.
Requirements for the use of the rear cross-
traffic assist:
-The parking aid must be switched on

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134.
- Reverse gear must be engaged.
- The speed must not be higher than approxi­
mately 12 km/h.

A
WARNING
- The purpose of the rear cross-traffic assist is
to assist the driver; it cannot prevent a
colli­

sion on its own. The driver must always in­
tervene personally. As the driver you are al­
ways responsible for braking in good time.
- Please note that the rear cross-traffic assist
may apply the brakes unexpectedly. Always
secure your luggage to prevent damage and
possible injury.
-After an automatic brake jolt, no further
brake jolt will occur within 10 seconds.
- If the rear cross-traffic assist gives an
acoustic warning signal, the parking aid may
no Longer be able to warn you against obsta­
cles it has detected.
- The radar sensor vision can be impaired, e.g.
by leaves, snow, heavy road spray or dirt.
Clean the area in front of the sensors

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128, Fig. 120.

A
WARNING
The rear cross-traffic assist has certain inher­
ent limitations and cannot warn against an
impending collision in every situation:
- It cannot give a warning if the vehicle is so
far into a parking space that it is hidden by
the vehicles in front and behind.
- People such as cyclists, joggers, inline skat­
ers and pedestrians may not be detected in
certain situations.
- It cannot give a warning when you are
parked at an angle or parallel to the
road­

side.

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CAUTION
Please also observe the notes
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General
notes on page 129.
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-The automatic brake application with in­
creasing brake force can be cancelled by ap­
plying the brakes yourself or by pressing the
accelerator firmly.
- In certain situations, a warning may be giv­
en by the rear cross-traffic assist even if
there is no traffic in the critical zone, for in­
stance when parking or manoeuvring the ve­
hicle in reverse.
- The rear cross-traffic assist is deactivated
automatically if you deactivate the
ESC.

-The rear cross-traffic assist is switched on/
off via the parking aid
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134.
-The system is not available in towing mode.
Driver messages
Applies to: vehicles with Audi side assist
Should the side assist be deactivated automati­
cally, a driver message will appear in the instru­
ment cluster display.

O
Audi side assist: system fault!
The system cannot detect vehicles reliably and
will be deactivated. The sensors are out of align­
ment or defective. Have the system checked by a
qualified workshop soon.

O
Audi side assist: currently unavailable. No
sensor vision

O
Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
Sen­

sor view restricted due to surroundings. See
owner's manual
The radar sensors are blocked. The area in front
of the sensors must not be obstructed by bicycle

racks,
stickers, deposits or any other substances.
If necessary, clean the area in front of the
sen­

sors
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128, Fig. 120.

O
Audi side assist: currently unavailable
The side assist is temporarily inoperative and
cannot be switched on (for instance if the battery
is not sufficiently charged).

O
Audi side assist: unavailable in towing mode

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Audi side assist: unavailable in towing mode
The side assist function will be switched off auto­
matically after a short time when the electrical
connector for the trailer socket is plugged in on
vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket. If
the towing bracket is not factory-fitted the side
assist function may not be switched off automat­
ically. The side assist must not be used when
towing a trailer.

O Rear
parking aid: obstacle detection limited
The rear cross-traffic assist is not available. Ei­
ther the ESC is switched off or the radar sensors
may be obstructed by a bicycle rack, stickers,
leaves, snow or similar objects. Switch on the ESC
or, if necessary, clean the area in front of the
sen­

sors
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128, Fig. 120. If this message re­
mains displayed, drive to a qualified workshop
soon and have the fault rectified.
Audi drive select
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
Audi drive select alLows you to use different set­
ups on your vehicle. The modes efficiency*, com­
fort, auto and dynamic allow the driver, for ex­

ample,
to change from a sporty mode to a more
comfortable one via the
&&
button in the centre
console or via the infotainment system. In
addi­

tion,
the individual* mode allows you to adapt
the vehicle set-up to
suit
your personal driving

style.
For example, you might choose to combine
a more dynamic engine set-up with a lighter
steering response.
Description
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
The possible vehicle set-up in each mode de­
pends on which equipment is installed on your
vehicle. The engine and steering are basic parts
of your vehicle which are always included in the

set-up.

Engine and automatic gearbox*
The response of the engine and automatic
gear­

box* to accelerator pedal movements will be
more spontaneous or balanced, depending on
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Driver assist systems
which mode you select. In the performance-
oriented dynamic mode, the automatic gearbox
changes gear at higher engine speeds.
By contrast, in efficiency* mode, the automatic
gearbox* selects the next gear at lower engine
speeds and the coasting mode is activated

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91. This helps to reduce fuel consump­

tion.

Suspension control (Audi magnetic
ride)*

The suspension control uses sensors to collect in­
formation on steering movements, braking and
acceleration input by the driver, road surface
quality, road speed and vehicle Loading. With
Audi drive select you can choose between dynam­
ic and comfort-oriented suspension set-ups (dy­
namic and comfort modes), or opt for
a
more
balanced set-up (auto mode).
Steering
The degree of power assistance can be varied.
Various modes are possible
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133. The
light, indirect steering response in comfort mode
is particularly suitable on long motorway trips,
for instance. The steering has a tighter, more di­
rect feel in dynamic mode.
The steering response is even more agile on
vehicles with progressive steering*.
Audi adaptive light*
The adaptive light system adjusts the light distri­
bution according to the mode selected.
Air conditioner*
The air conditioner runs in a particularly econom­
ical mode when the efficiency* setting is selec­

ted.
When this function is selected, eco* is shown
in the display of the automatic air conditioner.
Cruise control system*
The acceleration response is particularly econom­
ical in efficiency* mode.
Audi adaptive cruise control*
The acceleration mode can be varied from com­
fort to sport by changing the setting in drive se­
lect. The setting also determines whether the re­
sponse of the adaptive cruise control to the driv­
ing style of the driver in front is more balanced or
spontaneous. The efficiency* mode chooses a set­
up for maximum economy.
© Note
- On some models the vehicle's maximum
speed can only be obtained in the auto and
dynamic modes.
- Applies to vehicles with manual gearbox: An
E appears in the gear-change indicator when
efficiency* mode is activated.
- Applies to vehicles with automatic gearbox:
Selector lever position
S
is automatically se­
lected when dynamic mode is activated.
E
is
selected in efficiency* mode.
- Applies to vehicles with automatic gearbox:
If
you
select efficiency* mode when the se­
lector Lever is in position D,
E
will automati­
cally appear in the instrument cluster dis­
play.
- Applies to vehicles with manual gearbox: If
you press the accelerator right down past
the point of resistance in efficiency* mode,
the engine power is automatically control­
led to give your vehicle maximum accelera­

tion.

- Please note that the efficiency* mode is not
available in towing mode.
Selecting the driving mode
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select

You
can choose between efficiency*, comfort, au­

to,
dynamic and individual*.

Fig.
123 Centre console: Button for drive select

•
Press the
ism
button
^>Fig.
123 repeatedly until
the desired mode appears on the instrument
cluster/infotainment display. Or: •
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Driver assist systems

•
Select the following on the infotainment sys­

tem:
|MENU|
button > Car
>
left control button
> Audi drive select.

•
Select and confirm the desired setting.
You can change the mode while the vehicle is sta­
tionary or moving. If traffic conditions permit,
take
your
foot off the accelerator briefly after you
change the mode so that the new mode is also
activated for the engine.
efficiency* - trims the vehicle to a fuel-saving
set-up and helps the driver adopt an economical
driving style.
comfort - alters the vehicle set-up for a more
comfortable ride and is suitable for long motor­
way trips, for instance.
auto - gives an overall impression of
a
comforta­
ble but dynamic ride and is a good choice of set­
up for everyday use.
dynamic - gives the vehicLe a tighter set-up and is
ideal for performance driving.
individual* -
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133.
A WARNING
Always keep an eye on the traffic when using
the drive select controls - Risk of accident!

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Configuring individual mode

You
can configure your own personal vehicle set-up.

*-
Select: |MENU| button > Car
>
Audi drive select
> individual
>
right control button.
The individual* driving mode will automatically
be activated when you have finished configuring
the settings.
Your vehicle's equipment and engine determine
which systems you can select. The following ta­
ble provides an overview of the characteristics.
Systems
Engine/Gearbox
Steering
Audi adaptive cruise control*
Suspension control*
comfort
Comfortable
Comfortable
Comfortable
Comfortable
auto dynamic
Balanced
Balanced
Balanced
Balanced
Dynamic
Dynamic
Dynamic
Dynamic
© Note
Your settings in individual* mode are stored
automatically and assigned to the remote
control key currently in use.
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Parking aids
- To ensure that the acoustic parking aid
works properly, the sensors must be kept
clean and free of snow and ice.

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Rear parking aid
Description
Applies to: vehicles with rear parking aid

The
rear parking aid is an acoustic parking
sys­

tem.
Description
Sensors are located in the rear bumper. When
the sensors detect an obstacLe, you are alerted by
acoustic signals (beeps).
Please ensure that the sensors are kept free of
stickers, deposits and any other substances
which could impair the function of the system.
Notes on cleaning
^>page
312.
The measuring range of the sensors starts at
about:
Rear Side
Centre
0.90 m
1.60 m
The acoustic signals sound with increasing
fre­

quency as you approach the obstacle. A warning
tone will sound continuously when the vehicLe is
less than approx. 0.30 m away from the obstacLe.
Stop reversing immediately
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The volume of the warning beeps will be reduced
after
a
few seconds until it is muted if the vehicLe
remains at a constant distance from a detected
obstacle (but not if the obstacle is closer than
0.30 m). If the tone is muted and the obstacLe
comes closer than before, the tone will sound

again.
If the tone is muted and the obstacle is
further away than before, no tone will sound.
Please watch the area surrounding the vehicle
when driving off.
Activating
The parking aid is switched on automatically
when reverse gear is engaged. You will hear a
brief acknowledgement tone.
Parking system plus
Description
Applies to: vehicles with parking system plus/park assist

The
parking system plus provides acoustic and
visual assistance when parking.

Fig.
124 Diagram
Sensors are located in the front and rear bump­

ers.
When the sensors detect an obstacle, you are
alerted by acoustic signals (beeps) and a graphic
display.
Please ensure that the sensors are kept free of
stickers, deposits and any other substances
which could impair the function of the system.
Notes on cleaning
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312.
Approximate range for each display zone:
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1.20 m
0.90 m
1.60 m
0.90 m

0.90
ma)

a'
Applies to vehicles with park assist
The acoustic signals sound with increasing
fre­

quency as you approach the obstacle. A warning
tone will sound continuously when the vehicLe is
less than approx. 0.30 m away from the obstacLe
(or less than approx. 0.20 m away in zone (D*).
Stop moving immediately
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The volume of the warning beeps will be reduced
after
a
few seconds until it is muted if the vehicLe
remains at
a
constant distance from a detected
obstacLe (but not if the obstacLe is closer than
0.30 m). If the tone is muted and the obstacle
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Parking aids

comes
closer than before, the tone will sound

again.
If the tone is muted and the obstacLe is
further away than before, no tone will sound.
Please watch the area surrounding the vehicle
when driving off.
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Zone
(§)*
is detected and analysed as the
vehi­

cLe is moving past. When you switch the
igni­

tion off and on again or open the door, or af­
ter the vehicle has been stationary for
a
while,
the ambient surroundings may have changed.
Zone
0*
is displayed in black on the infotain­
ment display for this reason.
Switching on/off
Applies to: vehicles with parking system plus/park assist

Fig.
125 Centre console: Button for parking aid

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Fig.
126 Infotainment display: Proximity graphic
Switching on

•
Engage reverse gear, or

•
Press the
P»i
button in the centre console

^>Fig.
125. You will hear
a
brief acknowledge­
ment tone and the LED in the button will light

up-

Switching
off

• Drive forwards faster than 10 km/h, or

*•
Press the
?">k
button, or

•
Switch off the ignition.
Automatic activation
The parking aid is activated automatically when
the vehicLe approaches an obstacLe from a dis­
tance of approx. 95 cm at speeds below 10 km/h.
You will hear the warning beeps when the obsta­
cle is within a distance of approx. 50 cm. If the
parking aid is switched off by pressing the
P*A

button,
it is only reactivated automatically if one
of the following conditions has been met:
- The vehicle is driven faster than 10 km/h.
- The ignition is switched off and on again.
-The parking brake is applied and released

again.

- The selector lever is in position P (automatic
gearbox).
Segments in the graphic display
You can estimate the distance to an obstacle by
referring to the segments in front of and behind
the vehicLe or the segments surrounding the ve­
hicle (on
vehicLes
with park assist*)
^>Fig.
126.
The red lines* indicate the anticipated path of the
vehicle, depending on the steering wheel angle.
A white segment indicates an obstacle that has
been detected beyond the path of
travel.
Red
segments represent objects detected within the
path of
travel.
The closer the vehicle gets to the
obstacLe the closer the segments move towards
the vehicLe in the graphic. At the Latest when the
penultimate segment is highlighted the vehicle
has reached the danger (collision) zone. Obsta­
cles within the danger (collision) zone are shown
in red, even if
they
are beyond the path of travel.
Stop moving immediately
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Parking aids
© CAUTIO
- Please observe the safety warnings
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General notes on page 134.
-The orange orientation lines on the infotain­
ment display show the path of the rear end
of the vehicle if
you
were to reverse using
the current steering angle. Please note that
the front end of the vehicle swings out fur­
ther than the rear. Please make sure you
keep a sufficient distance between the
vehi­

cle and any obstacles to make sure that the
exterior mirror or edge of the vehicle do not
collide with the obstacles.
Switching on/off
Applies to: vehicles with reversing camera
Switching on

•
Engage reverse gear, or

•
Press the
P*A
button in the centre console

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136, Fig. 125. You will hear
a
brief ac­
knowledgement tone and the LED in the button
will Light up.
Switching off

•
Drive forwards faster than 10 km/h, or

•
Press the
P-A
button, or

•
Switch off the ignition.
-The graphic on the right of the display helps
identify the critical area of the vehicle.
- You can change the display and adjust the
volume of the beeps
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143.
Parking perpendicular to the roadside
Applies to: vehicles with reversing camera
This view can be used when parking your vehicle
in a garage or parking bay.

Fig.
130 Infotainment display: Approaching a parking
space

Fig.
131 Infotainment display: Aligning the vehicle

•
Switch on the infotainment system and select
reverse gear.

•
The orange orientation lines
(Ï)
represent the
path of the vehicle. Turn the steering wheel un­
til the orange orientation lines are pointing to­
wards the parking space
^>Fig.
130. You can es­
timate the distance to an obstacLe by referring
to the markings
(2).
Each marking is equivalent
to approx. 1 metre. The blue marking is an ex­
tension of the vehicle outline and reaches
about five metres to the rear of the vehicle.

•
Reverse into the space and adapt the steering
angle to the parking space, using the orange
lines to assist you
^>^in
General notes on
page 137,
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General notes on page 138.
(3) represents the rear bumper. Stop moving, at
the latest, when the red orientation Line (4) is
bordering on an obstacle.
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