2021 AUDI Q5 snow chains

Driving dynamic


these control systems are installed and this
can affect driving stability and increase the
risk of a collision.
— As the vehicle load increases, especially the
roof load, the vehicle's center of gravity also
increases along with the risk of the vehicle
tipping. To reduce the risk of an accident, al-
ways adapt your driving style to the current
conditions and avoid sudden driving maneu-
vers.

G) Tips
The ABS and ASR only function correctly when
all four wheels have a similar wear condition.
Different tire sizes can lead to a reduction in
motor power.
The So* button (or #, depending on the model)
for controlling the ESC is located in the center
console, in front of the selector lever. The ESC is
automatically switched on when the ignition is
switched on.
Limiting ESC
It may make sense in some situations to limit the
ESC stabilization functions so that the wheels can
spin:
— Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
— Driving in deep snow, on unpaved ground, or
with snow chains
— Driving downhill while braking on loose ground
— Driving with axle articulation
The ESC can be limited in order to allow the
wheels to spin.
—To limit the ESC, press the So button briefly.
The B indicator light will turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
light turns off.
If you select the Offroad Audi drive select mode,
the Offroad ESC mode will be automatically
used. This mode is suited for driving offroad and
is designed for uneven terrain or loose ground.
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Switching off ESC
For a more active control of the vehicle where the
stabilizing functions of the ESC cannot intervene,
the ESC can be switched off.
— To switch off the ESC, press and hold the Sor
button for more than three seconds. The B
and aa indicator lights turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
lights turn off.

ZA\ WARNING
— When the ESC is switched off or limited,
there will be no vehicle stabilization or it will
be limited. The driving wheels could spin
and the vehicle could swerve, especially on
slick or slippery road surfaces. When there is
a heavy vehicle load and sudden driving ma-
neuvers, it may not be possible to prevent
the vehicle from tipping under certain cir-
cumstances, which increases the risk of an
accident.
— Because of the increased risk of an accident,
only drive with the ESC switched off or Limit-
ed when it is necessary. Reactivate the ESC
as soon as possible.
G) Tips
— If you select the Audi drive select* Offroad
mode, hill descent assist will switch on.
— If the ESC is limited, switched off, or mal-
functioning, systems with an automatic
braking intervention function may not be
fully available.
— If malfunctions occur in other systems or
certain driver assist systems are active, the
ESC must be switched on by the system. The
ESC
may switch on automatically and can-
not be operated with the button.
B fs / B © Stabilization control (ESC/
ABS): malfunction! See owner's manual

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This al-
so causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still >

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Assist systems



surroundings directly and do not become dis-
tracted.

() Note
— Obstacles may disappear from the measure-
ment range when approaching them, even if
they were already detected.
—Insome situations, the ability of the sen-
sors and cameras to detect and display cer-
tain objects may be limited.
— Objects located above the coverage area,
such as bumpers on parked cars, garage
doors that are partially open, or objects
that are hanging
— Low obstacles
— Narrow objects, such as barrier chains, fo-
liage, poles, or fences
— Projecting objects, such as trailer draw
bars
— Objects with certain surfaces and struc-
tures,
such as fabric
@) Tips
— The sensors and cameras and the areas
around them must not be obstructed be-
cause this can impair the function of the
systems that depend on them. Make sure
that the sensors and cameras are free of
snow, ice, and other deposits. Do not use
any accessories, stickers, or other objects
that extend into the range of the sensors
and cameras.
— On vehicles that have factory-installed li-
cense plate brackets on the front of the ve-
hicle, the brackets may only be replaced
with ones that are the same size and made
of the same material. Do not install any li-
cense plate brackets on the front of vehicles
that do not have factory-installed brackets.
Otherwise, the function of the system could
be impaired.
— The function of the sensors and cameras
may be limited when light and visibility con-
ditions are poor, for example when driving
into
a tunnel, when there is glare, or when
there are reflective objects.
— External ultrasonic sensors, such as those in
other vehicles, can interfere with the sen-
sors.
— The coverage areas of the sensors > fig. 110
and cameras > fig. 111 are diagrams and do
not represent a true-to-scale image of the
sensor ranges.
— The system complies with United States FCC
regulations and ISED regulations
=> page 311.
Locations of the sensors and cameras


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Fig. 113 Rear area: sensors and cameras
Front area
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow-
ing sensors and cameras may be installed:
— Camera behind the windshield
— Peripheral cameras on the exterior mirrors
— Front peripheral camera in the radiator grille
— Front and side ultrasonic sensors
— Front radar sensors at the corners of the bump-
er
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Parking and maneuvering


ZA\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The driver is always responsible when enter-
ing or exiting a parking space and during
similar maneuvers.
— Do not use this function if the vehicle cannot
move freely, for example when on a vehicle
jack.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which
the surrounding area cannot be detected.
Objects, animals, and people may only be
detected with limitations may not be detect-
ed at all. Always monitor the traffic and the
vehicle's surroundings directly and do not
become distracted.

@) Note
— Do not use the park assist systems when
transporting cargo that extends out of the
vehicle, when snow chains are mounted, or
when the parking space is on a hill or in-
cline.
— Park assist guides the vehicle either away
from curbs or onto them if other vehicles
are parked on the curb. Make sure that your
vehicle's tires and rims are not damaged.
Resume control of the vehicle in time or
stop the parking process if needed to pre-
vent damage.
G) Tips
Follow the legal regulations in the country
where you are located when using Park assist.
dem Re eee
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Requirement: a suitable parking space must be
found and selected > page 181. The vehicle must
initially be stationary.
In the center display, arrows and symbols on the
vehicle roof @) > page 182, fig. 145 indicate
what action is needed, such as applying the
brakes or changing the direction. Park assist au-
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tomatically steers the vehicle into the parking
space while the driver presses the pedals.
> After stopping the vehicle briefly, make sure
the actual direction the vehicle is traveling
matches the direction indicated by the park as-
sist.
> Remove your hands from the steering wheel.
>» Pay attention to the path of the vehicle. If the
traffic situation permits, accelerate carefully
> AX. The maximum parking speed is approxi-
mately 4 mph (7 km/h).
> Follow the visual instructions in the center dis-
play and the warning tones until the parking
process
has ended.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The park assist is an assist system. The driv-
er is still responsible for monitoring the ve-
hicle's surroundings and preventing colli-
sions when using the system.
— When using park assist to drive into or out
of a parking space, the steering wheel turns
quickly on its own. Reaching into the steer-
ing wheel spokes while this is happening can
result in injury.
G) Tips
You can also cancel the driving direction set
by the system by shifting between a forward
gear and reverse gear. Based on the position
of the vehicle, the system then calculates the
additional steering and driving directions for
maneuvering.
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Applies to: vehicles with park assist

If you parked the vehicle in a parallel parking
space, park assist can help you drive out of it.
Park assist automatically steers the vehicle out of
the parking space while the driver presses the
pedals.
» Start the engine.
> Press the Pe button in the center console.

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Wheels

@) Tips
You can also use all season tires instead of
winter tires. Please note that in some coun-
tries where winter tires are required, only win-
ter tires with the 44 symbol may be permit-
ted.
Snow chains improve both driving and braking in
winter road conditions.
> Only install snow chains on the rear wheels.
> Check and correct the seating of the snow
chains after driving a few feet, if necessary. Fol-
low the instructions from the manufacturer.
> Note the maximum speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h). Observe the local regulations.
Use of snow chains is only permitted with certain
rim/tire combinations due to technical reasons.
Check with an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility to see if you may use
snow chains.
Use fine-mesh snow chains. They must not add
more than 0.53 in (13.5 mm) in height, including
the chain lock.
You must remove the snow chains on roads with-
out snow. Otherwise, you could impair driving
ability and damage the tires.

ZA WARNING
Using incorrect snow chains or installing snow
chains incorrectly can result in loss of vehicle
control, which increases the risk of an acci-
dent.
@) Note
— Snow chains can damage the rims and
wheel covers* if the chains come into direct
contact with them. Remove the wheel cov-
ers* first. Use coated snow chains.
— Do not install and use snow chains if there is
a malfunction in the air suspension, be-
cause the vehicle height will be very low. If
you drive with snow chains anyway, the

wheel housings and other vehicle compo-
nents can be severely damaged.
G) Tips
When using snow chains, it may be advisable
to limit the ESC > page 120.
Low-profile tires
Applies to: vehicles with low-profile tires
Compared to other tire/rim combinations, low-
profile tires offer a wider tread surface and a
larger rim diameter with shorter tire sidewalls.
This results in an agile driving style. However, it
may reduce the level of comfort and increase
road noise when driving on roads in poor condi-
tion.
Low-profile tires can become damaged more
quickly than standard tires when driving over
large bumps, potholes, manhole covers, and
curbs. Therefore, it is particularly important to
maintain the correct tire pressure > page 271.
To reduce the risk of damage to the tires and
rims, drive very carefully on poor roads.
Check your wheels regularly every 2,000 mi
(3,000 km) for damage. For example, check for
bulges/cracks on the tires or deformations/cracks
on the rims.
After a heavy impact or damage, have the tires
and rims inspected or replaced immediately by
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
Low-profile tires can wear out faster than stand-
ard tires.
Uniform tire quality grading
— Tread wear
— Traction AAABC
— Temperature A BC
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire side wall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width > page 262, fig. 177.
For example: Tread wear 200, Traction AA, Tem-
perature A.
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Wheels


roads), the tire pressure monitoring system
indicator may be delayed.
@) Tips
— The tire pressure monitoring system can al-
so stop working when there is an ESC mal-
function.

— Using snow chains may result in a system
malfunction.
— The tire pressure monitoring system in your
Audi was calibrated with “Audi Original
Tires” > page 268. Audi recommends using
these tires.
Storing tire pressures
Applies to: vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring System in-
dicator
If the tire pressure changes or a tire is replaced,
it must be confirmed in the system.
> Before storing the tire pressures, make sure the
tire pressures in all four tires meet the speci-
fied values and are adapted to the load
> page 271.
> Switch the ignition on.
» Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Settings & Service > Tire pressure
monitoring > Store tire pressure > Yes, store
now.
@ Tips
Do not store the tire pressures if snow chains
are installed.
Run-flat tires
Applies to: vehicles with run-flat tires
Run-flat tires can allow you to remain driving
when there is a loss of pressure.
Run-flat tires have reinforced sidewalls that pro-
tect the tire if there is a loss of pressure.
If the tire pressure monitoring system indicates a
loss of pressure in one or several tires, you can
continue driving on run-flat tires for at least
20 mi (30 km). Drive to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the problem corrected.
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Continuing to drive on run-flat tires is no
longer possible if:
— There is visible damage to the tires, such as
cracks in the sidewalls
— Strong vibrations are felt while driving, or the
tire begins to smoke due to a strong build-up of
heat
— The tire has been heavily damaged, for example
in an accident. There is a risk that parts of the
tire tread will detach and damage important
vehicle components.
— The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) is not
working or is continuously running
— The tire pressure monitoring system is not
working
If it is no longer possible to continue driving de-
spite having run-flat tires, see an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.

ZA\ WARNING
Run-flat tires may only be used on vehicles
that were equipped with them at the factory.
— The vehicle must have suspension designed
for run-flat tires and a factory-installed tire
pressure monitoring system.
— Incorrect use of run-flat tires can lead to ve-
hicle damage or accidents. Contact an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to learn if run-flat tires may
be used on your vehicle and if so, which
ones.
—If run-flat tires are used, they must be in-
stalled on all four wheels. Mixing tire types
is not permitted.
— If you have to drive when the tire pressure is
too low or there is no tire pressure, note the
following:
— Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h)
because this increases the risk of an acci-
dent. Observe any laws specific to the
country where you are driving.
— Avoid full-throttle acceleration, heavy
braking, and fast cornering, because this
increases the risk of an accident.
—The vehicle may become more difficult to
control.

Emergency assistance

Snow chains
Using snow chains on the collapsible spare tire is
not permitted for technical reasons.
If you need to drive with snow chains and your
vehicle has a flat tire, install the collapsible spare
tire on the axle where snow chains are not per-
mitted > page 277. Install the snow chains on
the tire that you removed, and install that in
place of the flat tire.

ZA WARNING
— Only use the collapsible spare tire in emer-
gencies and drive very carefully, especially if
it is
more than six years old.
— The compressor and the hose can become
very hot during operation which increases
the risk of burn injuries.
— After installing a collapsible spare tire, the
tire pressure must be checked as quickly as
possible to reduce the risk of an accident.
— Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h)
with the collapsible spare tire. Driving faster
than that increases the risk of an accident.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, avoid hard
acceleration or braking and driving fast
around curves with the collapsible spare
tire.
— Never drive using more than one collapsible
spare tire, because this increases the risk of
an accident.
— Normal tires or winter tires must not be
mounted on the collapsible spare tire rim.

@ Note
The compressor must be switched off after six
minutes at the most to reduce the risk of
overheating. Let the compressor cool down
for several minutes before using it again.
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Jump starting
You should only perform the steps that follow if
you have the necessary tools and technical ex-
pertise.
If the engine does not start because the vehicle
battery is drained, you can jump start your vehi-
cle using another vehicle. Jump start cables are
needed to do this.
Both vehicle batteries must have 12 V nominal
voltage. The voltage capacity (Ah) of the vehicle
battery that is giving power must not be less
than the capacity of the drained vehicle battery.
Jump start cable
Only use a jump start cable with a large enough
diameter. Note the manufacturer's specifica-
tions.
Only use a jump start cable with insulated termi-
nal clamps.
Positive cable - usually red.
Negative cable - usually black.

ZA WARNING
— A drained battery can freeze at tempera-
tures around 32 °F (0 °C). If the vehicle bat-
tery is frozen, it must be thawed before con-
necting the jump start cables. If it is not,
the risk of an explosion and chemical burns
increases. After jump starting the vehicle,
drive to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility immediately to
have the vehicle battery checked.
— Read the warnings when working in the en-
gine compartment > page 246.
— Handling the jump start cables incorrectly
may cause the vehicle battery to explode
and lead to serious injuries.
() Note
— Jump start cables can cause considerable
damage to the vehicle electrical system if
they are connected incorrectly.

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Index

Seats
Adjusting .... 20.0... eee cece eee eee 63
Adjusting the rear seats................ 65
Cleaning « « sire a scan 2 aise vv anes oo ore 285
Folding the rearseats............... 86, 87
Head restraints’: + xaos « s sayy x s seus ¢ 2 ee 66
Memory function s aes 2 2 secu «5 women 6 wenn 7A,
Resetting the position.................. 64
Storing a seat profile................... 71
Seat ventilation...................0000. 93
Securing the vehicle.................-00. 98
Selecting a source (media).............. 227
Selectormlever’. « cris = + swine w= sinmne a seine © ¥ 99
Selector lever position
refer to Gears... eee eee ee 99
Sensors
COVERAGE STESS asses 3 ¢ xarnu ¢ 5 Same 4 5 GER a 142
LOCAGONS ss: 2 & cece 2 wesmns 2 wens < 2 wee eo 143
Service interval display..............-.- 259
SET REAR (bUttON) wx s = geen = v eowe < wees « 93
Setting measurement units.............. 236
SettingS ..... 20.0.0 0 0. eee eee eee eee 236
Announcements and tones............. 236
BLU e@EOOER ss: cxcsna 6 vcewins & w seanene « anenaon ir 237
Date andtime....................00. 236
LanQuage@ sw: = = wows = x wees + o Sea ee eee 236
Measurement units................00. 236
Media... ... cece 231
Navigation « = ses « 2 sees 2 2 wees 5s peme = 215
RadiOien « + sasusm x 2 mwa sv omens a yume © ¥ oem 223
Sound .... cece cece eee ee eee 236
SYSEEM « « ens ¢ » come : Boe ss Pe ge He 236
THIMeZON Chas & owas as sane +o mesa oe inane 236
Wi-Fi hotspot.........-......00000 00 200
Setting the language................... 236
Setting the time. « . ses ve see ee eres oe ve 236
Shift paddlesins « « ssc <3 ven oo meee = ween 101
Ship Carrier cscs s 2 swan i 2 ses + ¢ see ¥ 8 oes 116
SHOp's = seoys « ¢ news ¢ 5 neem & Sees ¢ yew 199
SHUT cs 5 « ewes oo bean ¢ 9 oee8 4 eee N 4 es 229
Side assist... 2.2... eee eee eee 171
Cleaning the sensors...............--- 283
SIMGard gorse « & wesw «5 sae & 2 Ee Ee SE 198
Sliding/tilting sunroof
refer to Panoramic glass roof............ 46
Smart Favorites
refer to PresetS.... 0.00... cece cece 220

Smartphone
refer to Telephone............00ee eee 186
Snow chains........ 00.000 277
Socket
refer to Power sourceS...........-00 000s 82
Software information
Legalinformation..................-- 239
Software version (MMI)
Version information................4. 239
Sound
refer to Adjusting the sound............ 236
Speed limit information
refer to Traffic sign recognition......... 145
Speed limits
refer to Traffic sign recognition......... 145
Speedometer..............00 cece eee ee 12
Speed warning system..............-00. 145
Sport differential...................0.. 118
Start/Stop'syste Misi: « 2 swe. © 9 sees ¥ waves w= 108
Switching offandon................0. 108
Starting climate control after unlocking..... 95
Starting to drive........ 2... eee eee eee
Starting (@ngitte)s. «+ seis «© sisane oo exmnece «3
SUGOKING ssa = & casos wo omen ¥ & cwmae oH smETIE To
Audi drive select
also refer to Steering..............065 117
Steering
lock. .... 0... . ccc eee eee eee 97
Steering wheel
AGjUStING wes ¢ ¢ ewes 2 2 eee cs meen so ewes 66
Adjusting manually.................04. 66
Shift paddles................00--000. 101
Steering wheel heating................. 94
also refer to Multifunction steering wheel. . 13
Steps for determining correct load limit... 275
Stopover (navigation). . v.0 « sees se aes 209
StOPPiNG es ss eces se ees se oee es Fee ee Hes 98
Stopping the vehicle..............-..005 98
Stopping (engine)............. eee eee 108
Storage... 2. eee 83
Storageiareasis « w snsus » « sec 6 4 camnecs «9 comes W 83
Stored stations
refer to Presets... 0.0.0... 0c eee eee 220
StrapS 2. eee 83
Sunshade
Rear doors... 0.2... eee eee eee 57
325