Opening and closing
Mechanically unlocki
doors
g and locking t
If the central locking fails, you must unlock or
lock the doors separately.
BFV-0257
Fig. 18 Driver's door: door lock cylinder
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Fig. 19 Front passenger's door: emergency locking
Unlocking and locking the driver's door with
the mechanical key
> Remove the mechanical key > page 20.
> To unlock the driver's door, turn the key to the
unlock position in the direction of arrow (a)
> fig. 18.
> To lock the driver's door, move the selector lev-
er to the P position (automatic transmission)
and turn the key one time to the lock position
in the direction of arrow @).
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Locking the front passenger's door with the
mechanical key
The mechanical lock is located on the edge of the
front passenger’s door (J) or in the latch open-
ing @) ° fig. 19. It is only visible when the door is
open.
> Remove the mechanical key > page 20.
> If necessary, remove the cap from the opening
> fig. 19.
> Insert the key into the slot inside and turn it all
the way to the right (right door) or to the left
(left door*).
> If necessary, install the cap in the opening and
close the door.
Once the front passenger's door is closed, it is no
longer possible to open it from the outside. The
door can be opened from the inside by pulling
the door handle.
Pea
Applies to: vehicles with anti-theft alarm system
If the anti-theft alarm system detects a vehicle
break-in, audio and visual warning signals are
triggered. The anti-theft alarm system is switch-
ed on or off when locking or unlocking your vehi-
cle. If the alarm is triggered, it will shut off auto-
matically after a certain amount of time.
Switching the alarm off manually
> To switch the alarm off, press the button on
the remote control key or switch the ignition
on.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the anti-
theft alarm system may have the following fea-
tures:
Break-in security feature
The alarm will sound if there is a break-in at the
doors, hood, and/or luggage compartment lid.
Interior/towing protection monitor
The alarm will be triggered if there are move-
ments detected in the vehicle interior or if there
is a change in the vehicle angle.
If you leave persons/animals in the vehicle or
have the vehicle transported, switch off the >
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Opening and closing
interior/towing protection monitoring alarm to
prevent the alarm from being triggered:
> Press the fj button on the remote control key a
second time within 2 seconds. Or
> Applies to: vehicles with convenience key:
Touch the sensor on the door handle a second
time within two seconds. Or
> Turn the mechanical key in the door lock to the
close position a second time within two sec-
onds.
> If you lock the vehicle, then the interior/towing
protection monitor will stay off until the next
time the vehicle is unlocked.
@) Tips
The interior/towing protection monitoring on-
ly functions correctly when the windows and
the power top* are closed.
Luggage compartment
lid
Opening and closing the luggage
compartment lid
BFV-0069
Applies to: Coupe
Fig. 20 Opened luggage compartment lid
Opening the luggage compartment lid
> To unlock the luggage compartment lid, press
the < button on the remote control key. Or
> Lift the luggage compartment lid.
Closing the luggage compartment lid
> Use the inside grip to pull the luggage com-
partment lid down and allow it to close using a
gentle push > /\.
ZA WARNING
— Applies to: Coupe: Due to the risk of injury,
always be careful of the rear passengers
when closing the luggage compartment lid.
— After closing the luggage compartment lid,
make sure that it is latched. Otherwise the
luggage compartment lid could open sud-
denly when driving, which increases the risk
of an accident.
— Never drive with the luggage compartment
lid ajar or open, because poisonous gases
from the surrounding area can enter the ve-
hicle interior and increase the risk of asphyx-
iation.
— Applies to: Coupe: Never leave your vehicle
unattended when the luggage compartment
lid is open. A child could climb into the vehi-
cle through the luggage compartment. If
the luggage compartment lid was then
closed, the child would be trapped in the ve-
hicle and unable to escape. To reduce the
risk of injury, do not allow children to play in
or around the vehicle. Always keep the lug-
gage compartment lid and the doors closed
when the vehicle is not in use.
— Applies to: Roadster: Never leave your vehi-
cle unattended when the luggage compart-
ment lid is open. A child could crawl into the
luggage compartment. If the luggage com-
partment lid was then closed, the child
would be trapped in the vehicle and unable
to escape. To reduce the risk of injury, do
not allow children to play in or around the
vehicle. Always keep the luggage compart-
ment lid and the doors closed when the ve-
hicle is not in use.
—To reduce the risk of injuries by pinching,
make sure that no one is in the operating
area of the luggage compartment lid, espe-
cially near the hinges, at the upper and low-
er edges of the lid, or all around the edge of
the lid in general.
@ Tips
— When the vehicle is locked, the luggage
compartment lid can be unlocked separately
by pressing the <3 button on the remote
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Opening the luggage compartment lid
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Applies to: vehicles with fixed rear backrests
BFV-0256
Fig. 25 Inner luggage compartment lid: lever
> Press the lever in the direction of the arrow un-
til the luggage compartment lid opens.
@ Tips
Never close the luggage compartment lid us-
ing
the emergency handle.
Power windows
The driver can control all power windows.
B8U-0322
Fig. 26 Driver's door: power window controls
All power window switches have a two-stage
function:
Opening and closing the windows
> To open or close the window completely, press
the switch down or pull the switch up briefly to
the second level. The operation will stop if the
switch is pressed or pulled again.
> To select a position in between opened and
closed, press or pull the switch to the first level
until
the desired window position is reached.
Power window switches
@ Left door
@ Right door
Z\ WARNING
— Pay careful attention when closing the win-
dows. Pinching could cause serious injuries.
— When locking the vehicle from outside, the
vehicle must be unoccupied since the win-
dows can no longer be opened in an emer-
gency.
@® Tips
— You can still open and close the windows for
several minutes after turning the ignition
off. The power window switch is not disa-
bled until the driver's door or front passeng-
er's door is opened.
— The power windows are equipped with pinch
protection. The automatic window may stop
closing and will open all the way again even
if no obstacle is detected. Pull the power
window switch up until the window is com-
pletely raised.
— When opening the doors and when opening
or closing the power top”, the windows will
automatically lower approximately 0.4 in-
ches (10 mm).
Convenience opening and closing
All windows can be opened and closed at the
same time.
For power top* convenience opening/closing, re-
fer to the information in > page 32.
Convenience opening feature
> Press and hold the (@ button on the remote con-
trol key until all windows reach the desired po-
sition.
Convenience closing feature
> Press and hold the & button on the remote con-
trol key until all windows are closed > A\.
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Power top
— Make sure no one will be injured by the pow-
er top supports or other moving compo-
nents when opening and closing the top.
@) Note
— To prevent damage to the power top:
— do not store any objects in the power top
storage compartment.
— make sure there is enough space above
the vehicle when opening or closing the
power top.
0} Tips
— To avoid draining the vehicle battery unnec-
essarily, do not open and close the power
top repeatedly when the engine is switched
off.
— The power top can be operated manually if
there is a malfunction > page 33, Power
top emergency operation. Have the problem
corrected immediately by an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility.
— If you park the vehicle with the power top
open, the vehicle interior will not be pro-
tected from damaging weather or unauthor-
ized access. Lock any items you leave behind
in the luggage compartment. Close the
power top before leaving the vehicle.
— The side windows automatically lower
slightly when opening or closing the power
top.
Power top convenience opening and closing
Applies to: vehicles with power top
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Fig. 31 Driver's door: turning the key to open and close
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Convenience opening with the driver door
lock
> To unlock the vehicle, press the & button on the
remote control key.
> Turn the key once in the driver door lock to the
unlock position (@).
> Turn the key to the opening position @ again
within two seconds and hold it there until the
power top opens completely.
Convenience closing with the driver door lock
> Turn the key once in the driver door lock to the
lock position @).
> Turn the key to the closing position @) again
within two seconds and hold it there until the
power top closes completely.
Releasing the key stops the opening or closing
process immediately.
ZA\ WARNING
Read and follow the important safety precau-
tions > A\ in Opening and closing the power
top on page 31.
Applies to: vehicles with power top
Power top: malfunction! Unable to operate
This message appears when there is a malfunc-
tion. The power top can be operated manually
=> page 33.
Power top: operation currently not possible
If the power top is operated continually for a long
period of time, the overload protection activates
for approximately 15 to 30 minutes. You can
open or close the power top again after that.
Power top: malfunction! You may continue driv-
ing (limited functionality). See owner's manual
This message appears if there is a malfunction in
the system. Try to open or close the power top
again. If the message still appears, then have an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility correct the malfunction. Do not drive
more than 30 mph (50 km/h) until it is correct-
ed.
Lights and Vision
Daytime running lights
USA models: the daytime running lights can be
switched on or off using the MMI. Select On or
Off.
Canada models: this function cannot be switched
off. They activate automatically each time the ig-
nition is switched on. This menu item is shown
with a “gray background”.
Entry/exit lighting
The Entry/exit lighting illuminates the area
around the vehicle when the vehicle is unlocked
or when the driver’s door is opened while the ig-
nition is off. The entry/exit lighting works when it
is dark and the light switch is in the AUTO posi-
tion. The front and rear daytime running lights*
switch on automatically each time the vehicle is
unlocked regardless of how bright it is outside
the vehicle.
Emergency flashers
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Fig. 42 Center console: emergency flasher button
The emergency flashers makes other drivers
aware of your vehicle in dangerous situations.
> Press the A button to switch the emergency
flashers on or off.
When the emergency flashers are turned on, the
a and B indicator lights will flash at the same
time.
You can indicate a lane change or a turn when the
emergency flashers are switched on by using the
turn signal lever. The emergency flashers stop
temporarily.
The emergency flashers also work when the igni-
tion is turned off.
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G) Tips
You should switch the emergency flashers on
if:
— you are the last car in a traffic jam so that
all other vehicles approaching from behind
can see your vehicle
— your vehicle has broken down or you are
having an emergency
—your vehicle is being towed or if you are tow-
ing another vehicle
Messages
If the & indicator light turns on, a bulb has
failed. The message indicates the location of the
bulb. Replace the bulb immediately.
Vehicle lights: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the headlights or the
light switch. Drive immediately to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to
have the malfunction repaired.
Bg) Audi adaptive light: malfunction! See own-
er's manual
Adaptive light* is not working. The headlights
still function.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
a Automatic headlights: malfunction! See
owner's manual
The light/rain sensor is malfunctioning.
The low beams remain switched on at all times
for safety reasons when the light switch is in the
AUTO position. However, you can continue to
turn the lights on and off using the light switch.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
Ba Headlight range control: malfunction! See
owner's manual
Lights and Vision
if the mirrors fold in automatically when you lock
the vehicle > page 23.
Front passenger's exterior mirror tilt
function*
Requirement: the knob must be in the position
for the front passenger’s exterior mirror.
The mirror surfaces tilt slightly when reverse
gear is selected to provide a better view, for ex-
ample of the edge of the curb.
You can adjust the mirror surface by turning the
knob in the desired direction. When you move
out of reverse and into another gear, the new
mirror position is stored and assigned to the key
you are using.
The mirror goes back into its original position
once you drive forward faster than 9 mph
(15 km/h) or turn the ignition off.
Z\ WARNING
Curved mirror surfaces (convex) enlarge the
field of vision. However, they make objects in
the mirror appear smaller and farther away.
When using these mirrors to estimate your
distance to vehicles behind you when chang-
ing lanes, you could estimate incorrectly,
which increases the risk of an accident.
@) Note
If the mirror housing was moved by force (for
example, by running into an object when ma-
neuvering the vehicle), the mirror must be
folded all the way in using the power folding
function. The mirror housing must not be
moved back into place by hand because this
could impair the function of the mirror mech-
anism.
@ Tips
If the power adjusting function malfunctions,
the glass in both mirrors can be adjusted by
pressing on the edge of it by hand.
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Palate mwa eceley
Manual
dimming rearview mirror
> Pull the lever on the bottom of the mirror back.
Automatic dimming rearview mirror*
> The interior and exterior mirrors* dim auto-
matically when light shines on them, for exam-
ple from headlights on a vehicle behind you.
Z\ WARNING
Electrolyte fluid can leak from automatic dim-
ming mirrors if the glass is broken. Electrolyte
fluid can irritate skin, eyes and airways.
— Repeated or long-term exposure to electro-
lyte fluid can lead to irritation of the air-
ways, especially in people with asthma or
other respiratory conditions. Take deep
breaths immediately after leaving the vehi-
cle or, if this is not possible, open all of the
doors and windows as wide as possible.
— If electrolyte fluid comes into contact with
the eyes, flush them thoroughly with plenty
of clean water for at least 15 minutes and
then seek medical attention.
— If electrolyte fluid comes into contact with
the skin, flush the affected area with clean
water for at least 15 minutes, and then
clean with soap and water and seek medical
attention. Clean affected clothing and shoes
thoroughly before wearing again.
— If the fluid was swallowed and the person is
conscious, flush the mouth with water for at
least 15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting
unless this is recommended by medical pro-
fessionals. Seek medical attention immedi-
ately.
() Note
If the glass on an automatic dimming mirror
breaks, electrolyte can leak out. This liquid
damages plastic surfaces. Clean this liquid as
quickly as possible, for example with a wet
sponge.
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Sitting correctly and safely
AN WARNING
The power front seats can also be adjusted
when the ignition is switched off. For this rea-
son, children should never be left unattended
in the vehicle because they could be injured.
It ttetarad (elem eleiacoya
Applies to: vehicles with multifunction button
You can adjust the side bolsters using the multi-
function button.
> If you turn the multifunction button @)
=> page 46, fig. 57 to the left or right, the side
bolsters on the seat backrests will increase or
decrease the lateral support.
@ Tips
The air in the side bolsters* is released as
soon as the driver's door opens. This makes is
possible to enter and exit the vehicle more
comfortably. As soon as you start driving the
vehicle, the side bolsters fill.
TSA
Applies to: vehicles with easy entry function
Easy seat entry makes it easier to get into the
back seats.
BFV-0119
Fig. 52 Driver's seat: loop on the seat backrest
> To fold the front seat backrests forward, pull on
the loop and fold the seat backrest.
A\ WARNING
Always make sure the front seats are upright
and securely locked in place when driving.
Cea
Applies to: vehicles with center armrest
Fig. 53 Cockpit: center armrest
Adjusting the center armrest
The settings depend on the vehicle equipment.
> Press the button (A) to raise or lower the arm-
rest.
> To adjust the armrest forward or backward,
move the armrest in the desired direction.
> To adjust the angle, raise the armrest in stages.
> To move the armrest back into the original posi-
tion, raise it slightly out of the top level and
fold it downward.
Z\, WARNING
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Store objects securely while
driving.
— In certain positions, the front center arm-
rest can interfere with the driver’s arm
movement, which increases the risk of in-
jury.
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Storage and convenience
— Never drive with containers that contain hot
liquid such as coffee or tea. The hot liquid
could spill and cause burns during a colli-
sion, sudden braking or other vehicle move-
ment. Spilled hot liquid can also increase
the risk of accidents and injuries.
— Only use soft containers in the cup holders.
Hard cups and glasses can increase the risk
of injury during a collision.
— Never use the cup holder or the adapter as
an ashtray because this is a fire hazard.
@) Note
Beverage containers in the cup holders should
always
have a lid. Otherwise, the liquid inside
could spill and cause damage to vehicle
equipment.
Storage areas and
compartments
Depending on vehicle equipment, there are a va-
riety of storage areas, compartments, and retain-
ers, such as the glove compartment, for safely
storing and securing objects.
ZA\ WARNING
—To reduce the risk of injury, make sure all
storage compartments are always closed
while driving.
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Store objects securely while
driving.
— Only use the storage compartments in the
door trim panels to store small objects that
will not stick out of the compartment and
impair the function of the side airbags.
— Make sure your view toward the rear is not
blocked, for example by hanging clothing or
objects in the vehicle.
— Applies to: Coupe: No heavy or hard objects
may be placed on the storage compartment
behind the rear seat backrest. There is a risk
of
injuring the vehicle passengers when
braking suddenly.
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— Applies to: Coupe: Only lightweight clothing
should be hung from the garment hooks in
the vehicle. Do not use clothes hangers to
hang clothing. The pockets of the clothing
must not contain any heavy, breakable, or
sharp-edged objects. This could impair the
effectiveness of the side curtain airbags.
() Note
Applies to: Coupe
Make sure that the heating grid strips for the
rear window defogger are not damaged by
abrasive objects.
Luggage compartment
General information
All pieces of luggage or objects must be securely
fastened in the luggage compartment. Note the
following to maintain good vehicle handling:
> Distribute the load evenly in the luggage com-
partment.
> Stow heavy luggage as far forward in the lug-
gage compartment as possible.
» Use non-elastic cords attached to the tie-downs
to secure objects.
ZX WARNING
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Always stow objects securely in
the luggage compartment and secure them
at the tie-downs. Use straps suitable for
heavy objects.
— If pieces of luggage or objects are secured to
the tie-downs with unsuitable or damaged
straps, this can increase the risk of injury
during braking maneuvers or accidents.
— When transporting heavy objects, the vehi-
cle characteristics will change due to the
shift in the center of gravity, which increases
the risk of an accident. You may need to
adapt your driving style and speed to the
current conditions.