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Parking and maneuvering

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Applies to: vehicles with remote park assist plus
To stop the vehicle, you can temporarily pause re-
mote controlled parking at any time using your
mobile device.
You can also completely stop the parking process
and come to full stop immediately using the ve-
hicle key by pressing any button on the vehicle
key. Therefore, always keep the vehicle key with
you during the remote controlled parking proc-
ess.
Canceling automatically
The remote controlled parking will be canceled
automatically in the following situations, among
other things:
— If the myAudi app is not started soon after exit-
ing
the vehicle,
— If you switch off the system
— If the time limit is exceeded
— The ESC intervenes
Taking over the parking process
After canceling the parking process, the vehicle
will come to a stop and the "P" position will be
engaged. Take over control of the vehicle, end the
parking process manually, and stop the vehicle.
You can also restart the entire parking process
from inside the vehicle.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 121.
— Failing to pay careful attention to the vehi-
cle's surroundings increases the risk of an
accident. Park your vehicle with the mobile
device only if you are sure that no obstacle is
in the vehicle's path or under the vehicle,
and that no obstacles will move into the ve-
hicle's path.


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ket.
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G) Tips
The parking process will be interrupted tem-
porarily if an obstacle is detected.
Maneuver assist2)”)

Fig. 133 Upper display: maneuver assist
General information
The maneuver assist supports the driver when
maneuvering and parking by monitoring the area
in front of, behind, and beside the vehicle using
sensors. If there is an impending collision with an
object, the system will intervene within its limits
and attempt to prevent the collision by applying
the brakes. The system will detect objects that
are approximately 8 inches (20 cm) high or high-
er.
Display overview
The displays @ - @ indicate the status and avail-
ability of the maneuver assist.
@ The white border indicates the availability in
this area.
The red border indicates an object nearby.
If there is no border, this indicates an inactive
area (partial availability).
Activate/deactivate maneuver assist and sta-
tus displays:
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—*4 Maneuver assist activated. The vehicle is
bordered in white. If the sensors are parti-
ally available, the white border will only be
visible in the monitored areas.

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— % Maneuver assist is temporarily deacti-
vated.
— A (symbol shown in gray) Maneuver assist
is not available.
— No symbol: maneuver assist was switched
off completely in the settings.
Braking intervention
Braking intervention can be initiated if there is an
impending possible collision with a detected sta-
tionary object. If the brakes were applied until
the vehicle stopped, Maneuver assist: vehicle
has been braked. Obstacle detected will appear
in the instrument cluster and you must take over
control of the vehicle.
If you continue driving toward the obstacle after
the vehicle is braked to a stop, maneuver assist
will automatically be temporarily deactivated un-
til the next maneuvering situation.

Z\ WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 121.
G@) Tips
— The system is only partially available when a
trailer is detected. The white outline is hid-
den at the inoperative areas. There is no
guarantee the functions will be deactivated
when using a retrofitted trailer hitch.
—Ifthe BB indicator light blinks while driving,
ESC will intervene to regulate and maneuver
assist will be canceled.
— System functions may not be available if the
ESC is limited or switched off, or if there is a
malfunction.
— The system will not be available when cer-
tain assist systems are switched on or if
park assist plus is used.
Activating or deactivating maneuver assist
Applies to: vehicles with maneuver assist


Requirements
> Maneuver assist must be switched on in the
parking system settings in the MMI.
> The speed must not be higher than approxi-
mately 6 mph (10 km/h).
Automatic activation
Maneuver assist activates automatically when re-
verse gear is engaged while the engine is run-
ning. A brief tone will sound.
Deactivating temporarily
If you do not want to use maneuver assist during
a parking cycle, you can deactivate it temporarily.
If maneuver assist is deactivated temporarily, it
will be activated again automatically the next
time park assist is activated.
> To deactivate maneuver assist temporarily,
press & @) > page 178, fig. 133 in the upper
display. The 7% symbol will appear.
If you continue driving toward the obstacle after
the vehicle is braked to a stop, maneuver assist
will automatically be temporarily deactivated un-
til the next maneuvering situation.
Activating manually
You can activate maneuver assist in various ways
depending on the situation:
> To activate maneuver assist manually (such as
when driving forward), press the 4 button in
the center console.
> To reactivate maneuver assist after it has been
deactivated temporarily, press 74 @,
=> page 178, fig. 133 in the upper display. The
= symbol will appear.
Switching on or off permanently
> Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Parking aid > Maneuver assist. Or
> Select |-] > Maneuver assist in the upper dis-
play when the parking aid is active.


If maneuver assist is switched off permanently,
there will be no symbol in the center of the vehi-
cle graphic @) > page 178, fig. 133.

ZA WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 121.


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Parking and maneuvering

Messages
Applies to: vehicles with maneuver assist
if i or fd is displayed when there is a malfunc-
tion, the maneuver assist functions may be un-
available or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
sensors and cameras > page 123 and try to turn
the system on again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
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Telephone

Telephone
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
You can operate various telephone functions easi-
ly through the MMI in your vehicle.
Depending on the country and the vehicle equip-
ment, the following options may be available:
— Connecting a cell phone with Bluetooth
— Using two telephones
— Using the Audi phone box

ZA WARNING
— Medical experts warn that mobile devices
can interfere with the function of pacemak-
ers. Always maintain a minimum distance of
about 7.9 inches (20 cm) between the mo-
bile device antennas and the pacemaker.
— Do not carry the mobile device in a pocket
directly over the pacemaker when the
phone is switched on.
— Switch the mobile device off immediately
if you suspect it may be interfering with
the pacemaker.
— Do not use the voice recognition system*
=> page 28 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.
— Switch your mobile device off in areas where
there is a risk of an explosion. These loca-
tions are not always clearly marked. This
may include gas stations, fuel and chemical
storage facilities or transport vehicles, or lo-
cations where fuel vapors (such as propane
or gasoline vapor in vehicles or buildings),
chemicals or large quantities of dust parti-
cles (such as flour, sawdust or metal) may
be present in the air. This also applies to all
other locations where you would normally
turn your vehicle engine off.
— The demands of traffic require your full at-
tention. Always read the chapter > page 20,
Traffic safety information.

CG) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 192.
G@) Tips
— The Bluetooth connection range is limited
to inside the vehicle.
—Aselection of supported Bluetooth devices
can be found in the database for tested mo-
bile devices at www.audi.com/bluetooth.
Setup
Connecting a mobile phone via Bluetooth
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The Bluetooth
settings must be open on your mobile device dur-
ing the connection setup. The mobile device to be
connected must not be actively connected to any
other Bluetooth device. The MMI must only be
connected to one mobile device.
> Enable the Bluetooth function and visibility on
the MMI = page 234 and the mobile phone.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE.
> Follow the system instructions. The available
Bluetooth devices will be displayed after sever-
al seconds.
> Press on the desired mobile device in the list of
displayed Bluetooth devices.
> To update the list, press OQ.
A PIN for a secure Bluetooth connection will be
generated.
> Confirm the PIN on your mobile device.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any other system prompts on
the MMI and on your cell phone.
After connecting successfully
The cell phone contacts are automatically loaded
in the MMI. This process can take several mi-
nutes, depending on the number of contacts.
Depending on your cell phone and the connection
type, you can use the following functions:
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Telephone

Handsfree
Requirement: your cell phone must be connected
to the MMI via a Bluetooth Hands Free Profile
(Bluetooth HFP).
You can use the hands-free system. You can make
calls using the antenna on your mobile device.
Sending and receiving messages
See > page 189.
@) Tips
— Pay attention to any system prompts dis-
played on your mobile device or the MMI,
for example if the system should connect
automatically in the future. Depending on
the mobile device, you may need to down-
load contacts and confirm access to your
messages separately.
— You can also search for the MMI on your mo-
bile device using the Bluetooth device
search.
— You only have to pair your device one time.
Bluetooth devices that are already paired
automatically connect to the MMI when the
Bluetooth function is switched on, when
they are within range, and when the ignition
is switched on. The last connected mobile
device is given first priority.
— You can manage additional settings for con-
nected mobile devices in the Connected de-
vices menu > page 235.
— When leaving the vehicle, the Bluetooth
connection to the mobile device will auto-
matically disconnect. Depending on your
mobile device, phone calls in progress may
be automatically redirected from the MMI
to your mobile device so that you can con-
tinue the call on your phone.
Using two telephones
Applies to: vehicles with telephone, and Audi phone box
You can connect two mobile phones to the MMI
at the same time using the Bluetooth HFP, for ex-
ample a business phone and a private phone. You
can be reached in your vehicle through both mo-
bile phones.
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Applies to: mobile devices with Bluetooth Mes-
sage Access Profile (MAP): You can send and re-
ceive messages with both mobile devices
=> page 189.
Connecting another mobile device
Requirement: a mobile device must be connected
to the MMI. The vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The Bluetooth
settings must be open on your mobile device dur-
ing the connection setup. The mobile device to be
connected must not be actively connected to any
other Bluetooth device.
> Enable the Bluetooth function and visibility on
the MMI => page 234 and the mobile phone.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > (°, or
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices > Telephone 1
or Telephone 2 > New connection.
> Follow the system instructions. The available
Bluetooth devices will be displayed after sever-
al seconds.
> Press on the desired mobile device in the list of
displayed Bluetooth devices.
> To update the list, press OQ.
A PIN for a secure Bluetooth connection will be
generated.
> Confirm the PIN on your mobile device.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any other system prompts on
the MMI and on your cell phone.
After connecting successfully
See > page 181, After connecting successfully.
Switching between two mobile devices
Requirement: phone 1 and phone 2 must be con-
nected to the MMI.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > <1.
@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 192.

Telephone

— You MUST cease operating this device im-
mediately if requested by ISED or a licensed
wireless service provider.
— WARNING: £911 location information may
not be provided or may be inaccurate for
calls served by using this device.
@) Tips
The system complies with United States FCC
regulations and ISED regulations > page 311.
Making phone calls using the exterior
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Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
With the Audi phone box, you can make calls us-
ing the exterior antenna on the vehicle. Using the
external antenna helps when there is a low signal
and also provides better reception quality.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
> To make phone calls through the vehicle's exte-
rior antenna using your mobile device, lay your
device on the phone symbol @) > page 183,
fig. 134 in the center of the Audi phone box
with the display facing up.
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Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
You can charge your mobile device using a special
USB adapter with the Audi phone box
=> page 222.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
> To charge your mobile device via USB, connect it
to the USB input @ > page 183, fig. 134.
G) Tips
— You can purchase a USB adapter from an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility, or at specialty stores.
— Audi recommends using Audi Genuine Ac-
cessories. Audi has verified their reliability,
safety, and suitability.
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Charging a mobile device wirelessly
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
You can charge your mobile device wirelessly us-
ing the Audi phone box.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
Your mobile device must meet the Qi standard.
> Make sure that the wireless charging function is
switched on:
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > General > Reminder signal and
mobile device charging.
> Switch the Mobile device wireless charging
function on.
> To charge your mobile device wirelessly, lay it
on the @ symbol @ © page 183, fig. 134 in the
center of the Audi phone box with the display
facing up.

ZA WARNING
— The mobile device may become hot during
wireless charging. Pay attention to the tem-
perature of your mobile device and be care-
ful when removing it from the Audi phone
box.
— An alternating magnetic field is used for
wireless charging. Maintain a minimum dis-
tance of approximately 2.4 inches (6 cm) to
the Audi phone box charging plate. The
thresholds for prolonged exposure at this
distance comply with ICNIRP1998. There-
fore, interactions such as irritation of senso-
ry organs, malfunctions of active implants
(such as pacemakers, infusion pumps, or
neurostimulators) or effects on passive im-
plants (such as prosthetic limbs) is highly
unlikely. If you have an implant, consult a
medical specialist if you have any questions.
You can also switch the function for wireless
charging in the Audi phone box on and off.
You can continue to charge your mobile de-

vice using a cable connection.

G@) Tips
— The maximum charging output is 5 W.
—The charging time and temperature will vary
depending on the mobile device being used.

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Mobile device reminder signal
Applies to: vehicles with Audi phone box
When the device reminder signal is switched on,
you will be notified that your mobile device is still
in the Audi phone box when you leave the vehicle.
Requirement: your mobile device must be located
in the Audi phone box (if Qi-capable) or connect-
ed to the Audi music interface with a USB adapt-
er, and the Audi smartphone interface must be
active or your iPhone must be connected to the
MMI via Bluetooth and charging using a USB
adapter connected to the Audi music interface.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > General > Reminder signal and
mobile device charging.
The following settings may be available, depend-
ing on vehicle equipment:
— Signal tone
— Off
Spoken cue
this setting is switched on at the factory.
Mobile device notes: reminder, charge level
When this function is switched on, the charge
status of your mobile device is displayed. You will
also be reminded not to forget your mobile de-
vice when leaving the vehicle.
Using the telephone
Accessing the telephone functions
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
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Fig. 135 Upper display: selection menu

Requirement: a mobile device must be connected
to the MMI.

> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE.
The following phone functions will be available:
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Fig. 136 Upper display: call list
Opening call lists using the MMI
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Call list.
Opening call lists using the multifunction
steering wheel
> Select in the instrument cluster: Telephone tab
> 2) button > Call list.
Possible call list symbols:
Missed calls
Dialed numbers
Accepted calls
Editing a telephone number
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tact
If more than one interaction with a contact or
number has taken place, the last one is displayed
in the form of an arrow @), @), or @).
Press and hold a contact or a phone number in
the list until the Options menu appears.
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Telephone

Depending on your mobile device, the following
options may be available:
— Save as a shortcut > page 24, Shortcuts.
— Store as favorite > page 186.
— Send text message > page 189.
— Send e-mail > page 190.
Edit number
Edit a phone number before dialing it.
Show history
Requirement: you must have had more than one
interaction with a contact.
All interactions with a contact or a number are
displayed.
Managing favorites
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
You can store contacts for all connected mobile
devices as shortcuts in the favorites list.
Selecting favorites using the MMI
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Favorites.
Opening favorites using the multifunction
steering wheel
> Select in the instrument cluster: Telephone tab
> [=] button > Favorites.
Storing favorites
> Press YY > page 187 in the business card, or
> Press Store as favorite in the options
=> page 185.
Deleting favorites
> Press W © page 187 in the business card, or
> Select: Favorites > Z > one or multiple favor-
ites or Select all > Delete > (Done).
G@) Tips
The favorites can only be edited via the MMI.
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Managing the directory
Applies to: vehicles with telephone
You can manage up to four directories in the
MMI.
Requirement: a mobile device must be connected
to the MMI.
Opening the directory
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
PHONE > Contacts.
The contacts will be displayed. You can change
the sort order > page 189, Sort order.
Deleting imported contacts
Requirement: you must have imported at least
one contact > page 189.
> Select: Contacts > Z > one or more text mes-
sages > Delete > (Done). The imported contacts
are deleted.
Directory options
> Press and hold a contact in the directory until
the Options menu appears.
Depending on your mobile device, the following
options may be available:
— Store as favorite > page 186.
— Send contact: you can select Text message or
E-mail > page 189.
— Send text message > page 189.
— Send e-mail > page 190.
— Save as a shortcut > page 24, Shortcuts.
Gi) Tips
— Pay attention to any synchronization
prompts on your mobile device when down-
loading contacts.
—The contacts from the mobile device may
not be transferred in alphabetical order. If
there are too many entries, contacts with
different first letters may be missing in the
MMI.
— Only the contacts from the active connected
mobile device are displayed.