Get Further assist systems Guide for Audi RS6 4 Door Fourth Generation (2019-2025)

Further assist systems

Symbol

Description

Further assist systems

Speed limit:

The exact appearance of the sym-

bol may vary.

Predictive efficiency

messages (efficiency

assist)

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Bend

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Using predictive efficiency messages

Exit:

Introduction

The exact appearance of the sym-

bol may vary.

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The predictive efficiency messages can help you

to anticipate the driving route and adopt an eco-

nomical driving style. Depending on the equip-

ment in your vehicle, the system can access data

from the navigation system, from the camera be-

hind the windscreen and from the radar sensors.

Intersection

Roundabout

Gradient

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When you have switched on automatic recupera-

tion and you take your foot off the accelerator,

the efficiency assist controls the recuperation

and coasting phases depending on the situation.

Vehicle ahead

Switching the predictive efficiency messages

on/off

Important

– The cruise control system, the adaptive cruise

control or the adaptive cruise assist must not

be regulating the speed.

You can switch the predictive messages on/off in

the Driver assist  menu ðpage 134.

– The speed must be at least 30 km/h.

– The remaining route must be long enough for

the system to react to the event.

System limits

– The functions depend on how up-to-date the

navigation data are and the area detected by

the camera.

1)

Display

– Certain functions are not available when you

leave the road area mapped on the navigation

system.

The  symbol appears in the instrument cluster

display and on the head-up display as soon as the

efficiency assist recommends that you take your

foot off the accelerator.

Further information

In driving program S and on vehicles with Audi

drive select, the type of information displayed

may vary depending on the transmission position

and on the driving mode currently selected.

– The speed limit displayed in the instrument

cluster is given in the units applicable in a par-

ticular country. For example, if 50 is displayed

on the instrument cluster, this may signify mph

or km/h, depending on the country.

On vehicles with Audi drive select, more messag-

– If a route has been planned on vehicles with a

navigation system, that route will be used as

reference for the tips given. If no route has

been entered, the system uses an assumed

route plan to predict the situation ahead.

es are shown in the efficiency mode.

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, event

symbols may indicate which event the function is

reacting to:

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1)

The function/equipment described was in the planning

phase at the time of publication and may not be available

in your vehicle.

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– The actual traffic signs on your route always

take precedence over the information on the

display. As the driver you are always responsi-

ble for adhering to the locally applicable laws

and regulations.

Traffic sign recognition display

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

ðpage 132.

Fig. 103 Instrument cluster: Traffic sign recognition

– Always direct your full attention to the road

and surroundings, even when you are using

the efficiency assist. It is always the driver's

responsibility to assess the traffic situation

and take appropriate care.

Traffic signs 1 which currently apply are shown

in the instrument cluster.

In cases where the system is able to detect par-

ticular types of restrictions, these are displayed

under the following conditions:

– In certain situations, the recuperation func-

tion can brake the vehicle in anticipation of

the route or traffic ahead; however the recu-

peration braking effect is limited. Always be

ready to apply the brakes – risk of accident!

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A temporary speed restriction for wet

weather is detected and the vehicle sen-

sors, e.g. the rain sensor, detect that the

restriction actually applies.

Camera-based traffic

sign recognition

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A temporary speed restriction for fog is

detected and the front camera detects

that the restriction actually applies.

Introduction

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A speed restriction applying at certain

times of day has been detected and corre-

sponds to the time displayed in the in-

strument cluster.

The traffic sign recognition system displays traf-

fic signs detected by the front camera in the in-

strument cluster and on the head-up display. Da-

ta from the navigation system are also factored

into the information displayed.

 The vehicle is towing a trailer and the

Trailer-specific speed limits option is ac-

tivated on the centre display. In this case,

traffic signs applying to vehicles towing

trailers are displayed. This only applies to

factory-fitted towing brackets.

The traffic sign recognition system only informs

and warns you of speed limits. Depending on the

vehicle’s equipment, additional driver assist sys-

tems may adjust the vehicle’s speed.

The speed limit displayed in the instrument clus-

ter is given in the units applicable in a particular

country. The number displayed may represent

mph or km/h, depending on the country.

WARNING

Please note the safety precautions and system

limits of the supporting systems, sensors and

cameras ðpage 130 to ðpage 132.

WARNING

Please note the safety precautions and system

limits of the supporting systems, sensors and

cameras ðpage 130 to ðpage 132.

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Depending on the country, speed warnings are ei-

ther reset to the default setting or the last set-

ting is used when the vehicle is restarted.

System limits of the traffic sign recognition

The traffic sign recognition function is subject to

certain inherent restrictions and may be partially

or completely unavailable in the situations such

as the following:

Warning threshold if a speed is exceeded

(km/h) – You can set a custom warning threshold

in the Driver assist menu  ðpage 134. During

any period in which you exceed the warning

threshold, the speed limit currently detected will

be shown on the display with an exclamation

mark and will flash continuously. Depending on

the setting, a warning tone may also sound brief-

ly. Depending on the country, the value set is ei-

ther stored after a restart or reset to the default

setting if a warning threshold of 5 km/h or

10 km/h was previously selected.

– The traffic sign recognition system is not availa-

ble in all countries.

– If the vehicle speed is too high.

– If the traffic signs are partially or completely

obscured, e.g. by trees, snow, mud or other

vehicles.

– If traffic signs deviate from the standard ap-

pearance.

– If traffic signs are damaged or bent.

– If matrix traffic signs are mounted on overhead

gantries.

Warning tone when speed is exceeded – You can

activate/deactivate the acoustic warning which is

issued when a specific speed is exceeded in the

Driver assist menu  ðpage 134. Depending on

the country, the setting is either reset to the de-

fault or the last setting is used when the vehicle

is restarted.

– If traffic signs or routes have changed and the

navigation data are out of date.

– If speed stickers on slow-moving vehicles (such

as heavy goods vehicles) are detected.

WARNING

Tone when speed limit changes – You can acti-

vate/deactivate an acoustic warning which is is-

sued when a speed limit changes in the Driver as-

sist menu  ðpage 134. The most recent set-

ting is used when the vehicle is restarted.

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

ðpage 132.

– Under adverse conditions, the traffic sign

recognition system may misinterpret or fail

to detect traffic signs. It is therefore possi-

ble that the speed limit display may occa-

sionally be unavailable or even incorrect –

risk of accident! It is essential that you ad-

just your speed to suit the weather, road,

terrain and traffic conditions.

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Settings related to towing a trailer

You can switch the trailer-specific speed warning

on/off and adjust the individual settings in the

Driver assist menu  ðpage 134. The following

settings depend on the equipment fitted in your

vehicle and only apply to factory-fitted towing

brackets.

Setting the traffic sign recognition

Traffic sign-based speed warning

Available settings:

Trailer-specific speed limits

You can switch the visual and acoustic speed

warnings on/off in the Driver assist menu 

ðpage 134. If you have configured the program-

mable steering wheel button accordingly, press

the  button on the multi-function steering

wheel.

Important: The automatic trailer recognition

must be activated.

You can display speed limits which apply specifi-

cally to vehicles towing a trailer.

Maximum trailer speed setting (km/h)

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1)

Applies to factory-fitted towing brackets only

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You can set the maximum speed permitted for

your type of trailer. The setting is adjusted when

you are driving in a country where a different

maximum speed is permitted for the trailer. You

must set the appropriate value when you first

drive in the country in question.

CAUTION

Please observe the information on Audi con-

nect, particularly with regard to connection

costs ð in Information on Audi connect on

page 197.

Overview of hazard alert displays

Driver messages about the traffic sign

recognition

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If

or

is displayed in the event of a fault,

the camera-based traffic sign recognition func-

tions are unavailable or restricted.

A driver message may appear for some of the dis-

plays indicating the cause and possible remedy or

changes made based on the speed warning. To

view further information, open the notification

centre on the centre display. The weather condi-

tions may not be good enough, or the front cam-

era may be obstructed. Clean the area in front of

the front camera and attempt to switch the sys-

tem on again later.

Fig. 104 Warning symbols shown by the hazard alerts

function

The warning symbols shown by the hazard alerts

function inform you about different hazards in

the vicinity of your vehicle.

If a fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

Meaning

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Accident: This hazard alert warns you

about a vehicle that has been involved in

an accident.

Hazard alerts

Introduction

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Breakdown: This hazard alert warns you

about a vehicle that has broken down.

Depending on the country and the vehicle’s

equipment, your vehicle may be able to receive,

send and display hazard alerts. The hazard alerts

function can inform you about hazards such as

accidents or breakdowns on your route or in the

vicinity of your vehicle. If a hazard presented by a

vehicle ahead of you is identified, this hazard

alert is sent to your vehicle online and displayed

in the instrument cluster.

Skidding risk: This hazard alert warns you

about slippery or icy conditions, for ex-

ample.

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Poor visibility: This hazard alert warns

you about poor visibility due to fog or

heavy rain, for example.

System limits of hazard alerts

WARNING

The hazard alerts function is subject to system

limits. Unrestricted use cannot be guaranteed in

all traffic situations and driving modes. Availabil-

ity depends on a number of factors including:

Always direct your full attention to the road

and surroundings, even when hazard alerts

are displayed. It is always the driver's respon-

sibility to assess the traffic situation and take

appropriate care.

– The vehicles ahead of you are equipped with the

technology to send hazard alerts.

– The vehicles ahead of you have detected a haz-

ard.

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– The hazard alerts are correctly transferred to

your vehicle from the third party.

CAUTION

Please observe the information on Audi con-

nect, particularly with regard to connection

costs ð in Information on Audi connect on

page 197.

Example causes of undetected hazards:

– Accident: The vehicle did not make an emergen-

cy call.

– Breakdown: The vehicle’s hazard warning lights

were not switched on.

Proactive occupant

protection

– Skidding risk: Vehicles travelling ahead did not

identify reduced friction between the tyres and

the road.

Introduction

– Poor visibility: The rear fog light or wipers were

not activated on vehicles travelling ahead.

Within certain limits imposed by the system, the

proactive occupant protection can identify critical

driving situations and initiate appropriate safety

measures to protect the vehicle occupants.

Using hazard alerts

When the system initiates occupant protection

Hazard alerts are shown in different displays.

When a current hazard alert is received, a warn-

ing symbol is shown in the instrument cluster

and the head-up display. A message is included in

some cases. Hazards are shown on the navigation

map in the centre display in the form of warning

symbols.

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measures, the

symbol appears in the instru-

ment cluster and, if applicable, in the head-up

display.

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

Important: The MMI must be connected to the in-

ternet.

ðpage 132.

Hazard alerts in the instrument cluster

– The protection provided by the proactive oc-

cupant protection is still subject to the pre-

vailing physical limits. It is a driver assist

function and cannot prevent a collision on

its own. The driver must always intervene

personally. It is always the driver's responsi-

bility to brake in good time. Do not let the

extra safety provided tempt you into taking

any risks when driving – risk of accident!

Depending on the hazard alert received, a notifi-

cation may be displayed in the instrument cluster

for several seconds.

OK

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To hide the notification, press the

button

on the multi-function steering wheel.

Hazard alerts on the centre display

Hazards caused by accidents, breakdowns and

skidding risks are displayed on the map.

Proactive occupant protection functions

When route guidance is active, hazards on your

route are displayed as coloured warning symbols.

Hazards that are not on your route are displayed

as greyed-out warning symbols. All hazards are

displayed in colour on the map when route guid-

ance is not active.

The proactive occupant protection system con-

sists of several functions which are able to react

to different situations within the system limits by

implementing measures to protect the vehicle

occupants.

Proactive occupant protection

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Select:  > Navigation.

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Press on a warning symbol in the map to view

detailed information about the hazard alert.

The main proactive occupant protection function

reacts in critical situations, e.g. if the vehicle un-

dersteers or oversteers, during preventative/

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emergency braking with the electromechanical

parking brake or in the event of a minor collision.

The system is able to react at speeds from ap-

prox. 30 km/h.

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

ðpage 132.

Proactive occupant protection, front

– The rear and side proactive occupant protec-

tion functions do not react to people, ani-

mals and objects that are not recognised as

vehicles.

The front proactive occupant protection function

reacts when a collision is likely to occur at the

front of the vehicle. Provided that the active front

assist is switched on, the system is able to react

at speeds from approx. 15 km/h.

Measures initiated by the proactive

occupant protection system

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Proactive occupant protection, rear

The rear proactive occupant protection function

reacts when a rear collision is likely to be caused

by the vehicle behind. The system is able to react

at speeds up to approx. 250 km/h.

Only some of the occupant protection functions

may be activated depending on the hazard situa-

tion and the Audi drive select mode selected.

Some functions may be modified or skipped.

Proactive occupant protection, side

Depending on the vehicle’s speed and equip-

ment, the following measures may be initiated in

certain situations:

The side proactive occupant protection function

reacts when a collision is likely to be caused by a

vehicle crossing in front of the vehicle or a vehicle

coming from the side. The system is able to react

at speeds up to approx. 250 km/h when driving

forwards and approx. 20 km/h when reversing.

– Visual and acoustic warnings.

1)

– The hazard warning lights will be activated

– Reversible seat belt tensioners.

– The windows will be closed.

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– Adjustment of the seats.

WARNING

Please note the safety precautions and system

limits of the supporting systems, sensors and

cameras ðpage 130 to ðpage 132.

Driver messages about the proactive

occupant protection system

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If

or

is displayed in the event of a fault,

the proactive occupant protection functions are

unavailable or restricted.

System limits of the proactive occupant

protection system

A driver message indicating the cause and possi-

ble remedy may appear for some of the displays.

To view further information, open the notifica-

tion centre on the centre display. The weather

conditions may not be good enough, or a sensor

may be obstructed. Clean the area in front of the

sensors ðpage 133.

The proactive occupant protection functions may

be restricted or unavailable in situations such as

the following:

– If the occupants are not wearing seat belts.

– If the vehicle is reversing.

– If there is a fault in the airbag control unit.

– If there is a fault in the active front assist.

– If there is a fault in the side assist function.

– If there is a fault in the ESC or if the ESC is re-

stricted/deactivated.

An Audi drive select mode might be selected that

limits the functions of the proactive occupant

protection system. Select a different Audi drive

select mode if desired.

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– If the vehicle is in towing a trailer.

1)

Depending on country

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If the message is still displayed when you switch

the vehicle back on, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have the fault rectified.

The traffic light information function tells you

the speed at which you need to travel to reach

the next traffic light on green 1 . It also informs

you how long you will be waiting at the next red

light 2 . The traffic light information is shown in

the instrument cluster and head-up display as

soon as traffic light data is available. If certain

system limits are reached, the speed recommen-

dation or the waiting time at a red traffic light

cannot be shown and a grey traffic light symbol

3 is shown instead. This is the case if the dis-

tance to the traffic light is less than 30 metres,

for example.

Traffic light information

Introduction

Within the system limits, the traffic light infor-

mation function helps to reduce stop-start traffic

and improve the flow of traffic. For this purpose,

you are shown the ideal speed at which to travel

so that you reach the next set of traffic lights

when they are green.

System limits of the traffic light

information function

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

The traffic light information function is subject to

certain inherent restrictions and may be partially

or completely unavailable in the following situa-

tions:

ðpage 132.

– Never allow the displayed traffic light infor-

mation to distract your attention from the

road – risk of accident! Always monitor the

distance to other vehicles and the area

around the vehicle. It is always the driver's

responsibility to assess the traffic situation

and take appropriate care.

– If the current speed limit is being exceeded.

– If the vehicle is travelling below a specific

speed.

– If the next traffic light is less than approx. 30 m

away.

– If the waiting time at a red light is less than

four seconds.

– Never allow the traffic light information dis-

played to lead you to disregard traffic regu-

lations or take risks – risk of accident! It is

essential that you adjust your speed to suit

the weather, road, terrain and traffic condi-

tions.

– If no traffic light data are available.

– If the map material on the navigation system or

the navigation data being used are out of date.

– If emergency or public transport vehicles over-

ride the regular traffic light cycle.

– If traffic lights are being serviced.

– If the data connection has been interrupted.

– If the privacy settings in your vehicle are incom-

patible.

Overview of traffic light information

displays

– If the licence for the traffic light information

function has expired.

Information on the traffic light information

The traffic light information is available only in a

small number of selected cities and not in all

areas.

Fig. 105 Instrument cluster: Traffic light information dis-

play

Some traffic lights can react to different traffic

situations. In this case, the traffic light informa-

tion display may change abruptly.

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If the map material on the navigation system is

out of date, the information on the display may

be implausible or incorrect, or the data may not

be shown at all.

You can view the data required for registration.

►

Select:  > ETC > Hardware information.

If the vehicle’s number plate is changed, the ETC

must be re-registered.

The actual traffic signs on your route always take

precedence over the information on the display.

As the driver you are always responsible for ad-

hering to the locally applicable laws and regula-

tions.

Activation/deactivation

The ETC card reader is located in the glove box.

►

To activate the ETC, insert the ETC card chip-

first into the slot in the ETC card reader. The 

symbol will appear in the status bar on the cen-

tre display if the data have been read correctly.

To deactivate the ETC, press the eject button on

the ETC card reader and remove the ETC card.

Whether or not you use the traffic light informa-

tion, it is vital to check the road speed with the

speedometer and to stay within the maximum

speed limit.

►

The measurement units and language settings

shown in the display are based on the MMI sys-

tem settings.

The  symbol will appear in the status bar on

the centre display.

Changing the settings for the electronic

toll collection system

Switching the traffic light information

on/off

You can switch certain functions of the ETC on/

off.

You can switch the traffic light information

on/off in the Driver assist menu  ðpage 134.

►

Select:  > ETC > Settings.

Probe data upload

Electronic toll collection

system

The function that sends vehicle and position data

that is required for discounts to tolls can be

switched on/off.

Introduction

You can use the electronic toll collection system

(ETC) to pay for tolls due on particular routes

with a registered ETC card. When the vehicle

passes a toll station, the toll due is shown on the

centre display and, depending on the settings,

may also be spoken aloud.

Displaying toll payment history

You can display the most recent toll payments

(up to 100 payments).

►

Select:  > ETC > Payment history.

Setting up

Registration

The ETC will be registered by your qualified work-

shop when you take receipt of the vehicle.

Troubleshooting for the electronic toll collection system

Troubleshooting options are given below.

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Subject

Advice

Error code 2 or 3 is shown.

Contact the ETC card provider.

Check that the ETC card is inserted in the ETC card reader cor-

rectly. If the fault persists, contact a qualified workshop.

Error code 5 is shown.

Other error codes are shown.

Follow the instructions given by the system.

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