Table of contents
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Cockpit overview..............000005
Indicator lights overview...........-5.
Display and operation...........
Instrument cluster...............
Instrument cluster overview...........
Coolant temperature indicator.........
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Outside temperature display...........
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Multifunction steering wheel..........
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Starting and driving.............
Opening and closing.............
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Luggage compartment lid.............
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Garage door opener..................
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Automatic power top.................
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Power top emergency operation........
Lights and Vision.................
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Interior lighting..................0..
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Windshield wipers...............0005
Digital compass...............00000.
Sitting correctly and safely......
Correct passenger seating position......
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Storage and convenience........ 63
Power SOUrceS......... 00. c ee eee eee 63
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Storage areas and compartments....... 64
Luggage compartment............... 64
ROOF rack: « = wees « » yews 2 seme ty oes 68
Warm and cold................... 69
Climate control system............... 69
Deluxe automatic climate control....... 70
Adjusting the vents...............00. 71
Seat heating.................000000 71
Neck heating « eeu + eens se ree ce ees 72
Fluids in the A/C system.............. 72
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General information................. 74
Starting and stopping the engine....... 75
Start/Stop system...........--.0006- 77
Electromechanical parking brake....... 79
Starting to drive... 2.0.2... eee eee 80
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Automatic transmission.............. 81
Driver assistance................. 89
Assist systems................... 89
Speed warning system.............-.- 89
Cruise control system...........00005 89
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Audi drive select (drive settings) ........ 96
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Introduction.............. 20.00.0000. 98
Rear parking system...........-..0-- 98
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Rearview camera... ... 0... cece eee eee 100
Adjusting the display and the warning
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Error messages..............2..000. 102
Intelligent Technology........... 104
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC).... 104
Brakes... 2... eee eee 106
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All wheel drive (quattro).............. 108
Rear spoiler..... 0.0... 0.00 eee eee ee 108
Energy management................. 109
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Quick access
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Side assist display ..............
Door handle
Central locking switch ...........
Air vent with seat heating controls
Lever for:
—Turn signals and high beams ....
Multifunction steering wheel with:
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— Buttons for the virtual instrument
cluster, including the driver infor-
mation system, audio/video, tele-
phone, navigation and voice rec-
ognition system
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ...
— Audi drive select ..............
— Shift paddles ................
Audi virtual cockpit (instrument
cluster) ........ 2... ee eee eee ee
Windshield washer system lever ..
Starting the engine if there is a
malfunction ..............-0005
Adjustable steering column ......
Cruise controllever .............
Instrument illumination .........
Hood release ............--.00-
Headlight control switch ........
Power exterior mirror adjustment .
Power windows ................
Air vent including climate control
system controls ..............-.
Lockable glove compartment
Drives for CD, DVD, SIM/SD cards .
Front passenger's airbag ........
Rear window defogger button
Depending on equipment, buttons
for:
—drive select ..................
— Electronic Stabilization Control
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—Emergency flashers ...........
— Retractable rear spoiler ........
Depending on equipment, center
console with:
— Audi music interface ..........
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— Audi phone box ............... 130
@ Infotainment system on/off button . 110
@5) Infotainment system unit ........ 110
@8 Wind deflector button .......... 33
@ Depending on equipment:
— Storage compartment
—Cup holder ...............0.. 63
@8 Power top button .............. 31
@9 Parking brake ................. 79
G0) Depending on equipment:
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ... 75
— Engine sound button
@) Selector lever (S tronic).......... 81
@) Tips
Some the equipment listed here is only instal-
led in certain models or is available as an op-
tion.
Indicator lights overview
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal-
functions. Some warning and indicator lights
turn on when you switch the ignition on and must
turn off when the drive system is switched on or
while driving.
With some indicator lights, messages may ap-
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica-
tor lights and messages may be covered by other
displays. To show them again, select the second
tab for messages with the multifunction steering
wheel > page 72.
Some indicator lights in the display can display in
several colors.
OMe ile Lins
If the A or A indicator light turns on, check the
message in the instrument cluster.
COAT
The following indicator lights may be available,
depending on the vehicle equipment:
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Quick access
Headlight range control system
> page 38
Windshield wipers
=> page 43
Safety systems
=> page 53
Convenience key
=> page 76
Transmission
> page 83,
=> page 87
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 105
Steering
=> page 107
Rear spoiler
=> page 108
Tank system
=> page 198
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
=> page 200,
Engine oil level (MIN)
=> page 204
Engine oil sensor
=> page 204
Engine warm-up request
=> page 204
Electrical system
=> page 209
Washer fluid level
=> page 212
Tire pressure
=> page 232,
> page 232,
=> page 234,
=> page 235,
=> page 235
Tire pressure
> page 232,
> page 235
Other indicator lights
Turn signals
=> page 37,
=> page 38
Turn signals
=> page 37,
=> page 38
Start/Stop system
> page 77
Cruise control system
=> page 90
Cruise control system
=> page 90
High beam headlights
=> page 37
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 16
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Electromechanical parking brake
=>page 16
Convenience key
=> page 76
Start/Stop system
=> page 77
Start/Stop system
=> page 78
Transmission
=> page 87
Speed warning system
=> page 89
Speed warning system
=> page 89
Cruise control system
eau > page 90,
=> page 90
Cruise control system
=> page 90,
= page 90
Side assist
=>page 95
Instrument cluster
Accessing the sport displays in the central
area
> Open the first Vehicle tab (trip computer) using
the [<>] button on the multifunction steering
wheel.
> Select on the multifunction steering wheel: left
control button > Sport displays.
> Turn the left thumbwheel on the multifunction
steering wheel until the desired sport display
appears in the instrument cluster.
Accessing the sport displays in the additional
display
> Select on the multifunction steering wheel:
right control button > Additional display.
> Select the desired additional display.
G meter*
The G meter displays the longitudinal and lateral
acceleration. The maximum values that are
reached are stored and displayed when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
> To reset the stored values, select on the multi-
function steering wheel: right control button >
Reset values.
Engine data*
The engine data displays the current power and
torque.
Tire pressure monitoring system*
The tire pressure monitoring system displays the
current tire pressures and temperature. Also see
=> page 233, Tire pressure monitoring system.
Messages
@)Electromechanical parking brake
If the Zi / © indicator light turns on, the park-
ing brake was set.
© Parking brake: warning! Vehicle parked too
steep
Zi / © Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep
If the indicator light blinks and the message ap-
pears, there is not enough braking power to se-
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cure the vehicle. The brakes have overheated. The
vehicle could roll away, even ona small incline.
ww Parking brake: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the parking brake. Drive
to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility immediately to have the malfunc-
tion corrected. Do not park the vehicle on hills,
because it could roll.
La (3 / {@) Parking brake: warning! Vehicle
parked too steep
The braking force may not be enough to secure
the vehicle from rolling away. Park the vehicle in
a place with less of an incline.
A TA3 / (Q) Parking brake: applied
The parking brake is set. Press and hold the brake
pedal to release the parking brake.
@- Steering lock
BS Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. You cannot turn the ignition on.
Do not tow your vehicle because it cannot be
steered. See an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
|e—e| Steering lock: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock.
Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction repaired.
Z\ WARNING
Do not tow your vehicle when there is a mal-
function in the electronic steering lock - this
increases the risk of an accident.
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S&S Engine start system: malfunction! Please
contact Service
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Opening and closing
key with you, or unauthorized persons may
be able to enter the vehicle.
@ Tips
— Do not leave valuables unattended in the ve-
hicle. A locked vehicle is not a safe!
—The LED in the driver's door rail blinks when
you lock the vehicle. If the LED turns on for
approximately 30 seconds after locking,
there is a malfunction in the central locking
system. Have the problem corrected by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
BFV-0278
Fig. 11 Your vehicle key set
@ Remote or convenience key*
The convenience key* is a remote control key with
special functions > page 22 and > page 75.
You can unlock/lock your vehicle with the remote
control key. A mechanical key is integrated in the
remote control key > page 20.
@ Key tag with vehicle code*
The vehicle code* on the key tag can be rubbed
off. It does not have a function.
Replacing a key
If a key is lost, see an authorized Audi dealer or
authorized Audi Service Facility. Have this key de-
activated. It is important to bring all keys with
you. If a key is lost, you should report it to your
insurance company.
Number of keys
You can check the number of keys assigned to
your vehicle in the Infotainment system. To do
this, select the [MENU] button > Vehicle > left
control button > Service & checks > Vehicle in-
formation. This way, you can make sure that you
have all the keys when purchasing a used vehicle.
Electronic immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents unauthorized use of
the vehicle.
Under certain circumstances, the vehicle may not
be able to start if there is a remote control key
from a different vehicle manufacturer on the key
chain.
Data in the master key
When driving, service and maintenance-relevant
data is continuously stored in your remote con-
trol key. Your Audi service advisor can read out
this data and tell you about the work your vehicle
needs. This applies also to vehicles with a con-
venience key”.
Personal convenience settings
If two people use one vehicle, it is recommended
that each person always uses “their own” master
key. When the ignition is turned off or when the
vehicle is locked, personal convenience settings
for the following systems are stored and as-
signed to the remote master key.
— Climate control system
— Parking aid*
— Side assist*
— Drive select
The stored settings are automatically recalled
when you unlock the vehicle, open the doors or
turn on the ignition.
ZA\ WARNING
If you leave the vehicle, switch the ignition off
and take the vehicle key with you. This applies
particularly when children remain in the vehi-
cle. Otherwise the children could start the en-
gine or operate electrical equipment such as
power windows.
@) Note
Protect the remote control key against high
temperatures and direct sunlight.
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Power top
ZA WARNING
Never drive with the power top unlocked. The
wind from driving could cause the power top
to open. This can result in injuries and dam-
age to the vehicle.
Wind deflector
Applies to: vehicles with wind deflector
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Fig. 32 Center console: switch for operating the wind de-
flector
The wind deflector reduces air movement in the
passenger compartment in order to make driving
more comfortable. A power mechanism extends
and retracts the wind deflector.
> To extend the wind deflector, pull the wind de-
flector switch until the wind deflector is com-
pletely extended.
> To retract the wind deflector, pull the wind de-
flector switch until the wind deflector is com-
pletely retracted.
A WARNING
— Do not use the wind deflector to secure car-
go.
— Always pay careful attention when closing
the wind deflector. Pinching could cause se-
rious injuries.
@ Tips
— If the wind deflector switch is released while
it is extending, the process will stop imme-
diately.
— The wind deflector works best when all of
the windows are rolled up while driving.
Power top emergency
operation
General information
Applies to: vehicles with power top
The power top can be closed manually if there is
a malfunction.
> Set the parking brake.
> Open all windows.
> Switch the ignition off.
Only close the power top manually in an emer-
gency. Have a second person assist. Drive imme-
diately to an authorized Audi dealer or author-
ized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction
repaired.
ZX WARNING
— There is a risk of pinching the hands or other
people during all of the power top emergen-
cy operation steps.
— Make sure all windows are lowered during
emergency operation.
— Do not reach into the power top supports
or other moving components.
— Never drive with the power top unlocked.
The wind from driving could cause the pow-
er top to open. This can result in injuries and
damage to the vehicle.
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Lights and Vision
Lights and Vision
Exterior lighting
Switching the lights on and off
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Fig. 40 Instrument panel: light switch
Light switch ©
Turn the switch to the corresponding position.
When the lights are switched on, the »« symbol
turns on.
O - lights are off (in some markets, the daytime
running lights* are switched on when the ignition
is switched on.)
— USA models: the daytime running lights are au-
tomatically switched on when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is set to the O
or the AUTO position (only in daylight). The
Daytime running lights can be switched on and
off in the MMI > page 37 > A.
— Canada models: the daytime running lights
switch on automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is set to the O
position, 24 or the AUTO position (only in day-
light) > A.
AUTO* - automatic headlights switch on and off
depending on brightness, for example in twilight,
during rain or in tunnels.
30a - Parking lights
2D - Low beam headlights
Buttons
When you turn the light switch to the AUTO or
low beam headlight position 20, you can activate
the following functions:
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So - All-weather lights*. The headlights automat-
ically adjust so that there will be less glare, for
example when the road surface is wet.
Q# - Rear fog lights*
Automatic dynamic headlight range control
system*
Your vehicle is equipped with a headlight range
control system so that there is less glare for on-
coming traffic if the vehicle load changes. The
headlight range also adjusts automatically when
braking and accelerating.
Light functions
The following light functions are available de-
pending on vehicle equipment and only function
when the light switch is in the AUTO position.
Static cornering light* (vehicles with LED head-
lights) - the cornering light switches on automat-
ically when the steering wheel is turned at a cer-
tain angle at speeds up to approximately 44 mph
(70 km/h) and when the turn signal is activated
at speeds up to approximately 25 mph
(40 km/h). The area to the side of the vehicle is
illuminated better when turning.
Highway light function* (vehicles with LED head-
lights) - This function adapts the lighting for
highway driving based on vehicle speed.
Speed dependent light distribution* (vehicles
with LED headlights) - The speed dependent light
distribution adapts the light in towns and on
highways or expressways. Intersections can also
be illuminated on vehicles with a navigation sys-
tem*.
ZA WARNING
— Automatic headlights* are only intended to
assist the driver. The driver is still responsi-
ble for controlling the headlights and may
need to switch them on and off manually
depending on light and visibility conditions.
For example, fog cannot be detected by the
light sensors. So always switch on the low
beams under these weather conditions and
when driving in the dark ZO. >
Driving
appears in the instrument cluster once the en-
gine stops automatically.
> The engine starts again when you remove your
foot from the brake pedal. The indicator light
turns off.
Additional information for automatic
transmissions
The engine stops in the "P", "N" and "D" selector
lever positions.
If you select the “R” gear during a Stop phase
while pressing the brake pedal, the engine will
start again.
Shift to "P" quickly to prevent the engine from
starting unintentionally when shifting through
"RM.
You can control if the engine will stop or not by
reducing or increasing the amount of force you
use to press the brake pedal. For example, if you
only lightly press on the brake pedal in stop-and-
go traffic or when turning, the engine will not
switch off when the vehicle is stationary. If you
press the brake pedal harder, the engine will
switch off.
@) Tips
— Press the brake pedal during a Stop phase
to keep the vehicle from rolling.
— The ignition will turn off if you press the
START ENGINE STOP] button during a Stop
phase.
— When you stop and the Start/Stop system
turns the engine off, the ignition remains
on. Make sure the ignition is switched off
before you leave the vehicle or else the bat-
tery could drain.
General information
Applies to: vehicles with Start/Stop system
Starting and stopping the engine automat-
ically
The system checks if certain conditions are met
before and during the Stop phase, and deter-
mines if the engine stops and how long it re-
mains stopped. For example, if power usage is
high, the engine will not be stopped. Along with
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other conditions, the following factors influence
the automatic engine start or stop:
— Environmental conditions (slopes, inclines, ele-
vation, temperature)
— Battery (charge status, temperature, power us-
age)
— Engine temperature
— Assist systems
— Driving behavior
Depending on the engine, the indicator light
may appear if the engine is not stopped.
Ignition is switched off automatically
To prevent the vehicle battery from draining, the
ignition will switch off automatically under the
following conditions:
— If the vehicle has already been driven
— If the Start/Stop system has stopped the en-
gine
— If the driver's door is opened
— If the driver's safety belt is unbuckled
— If the brake pedal is not pressed
— If the vehicle is stationary
In this case, the parking lights switch on in place
of the low beams and the message Side marker
lights will switch off automatically in 30 mi-
nutes. See owner's manual appears in the Info-
tainment system display. The side marker lights
will switch off after approximately 30 minutes or
when you lock the vehicle.
If the Start/Stop system has not turned off the
engine or if you have switched the Start/Stop sys-
tem off manually, the ignition will not be auto-
matically switched off and the engine will contin-
uetorun>A.
ZA WARNING
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never allow
the engine to run in confined spaces.
G) Tips
If you select the “D” or “N” selector lever posi-
tion after shifting into reverse, the vehicle
must be driven faster than 6 mph (10 km/h)
in order for the engine to switch off again.