Handling dynamics
increase ground clearance at low speeds. You can
adjust the ride height manually if required, such
as in order to drive onto steep driveways or
ramps. The settings depend on the Audi drive se-
lect mode selected.
Information on ground clearance
The height and ground clearance of the vehicle
can be affected by the following factors:
– Changes in temperature
– Changes in vehicle loading
– Changing the Audi drive select mode
– Raising/lowering the vehicle via the air suspen-
sion
Displaying the ride height
►
Press the button.
The current ride height is shown via two bars next
to the level scale. The higher up the bars are, the
higher the ground clearance. While the suspen-
sion is being raised or lowered, the target level is
displayed in colour. Depending on the selected
Audi drive select mode, only specified ride
– Extended stationary periods
WARNING
Take special care that no-one can be injured if
the ride height is changed, e.g. while the un-
derbody or wheel arches are being washed.
heights within a particular range can be set. This
range is shown as a lighter area in the level scale.
CAUTION
Raising/lowering the vehicle via the lift
function
Always ensure that there is sufficient clear-
ance above and below the vehicle. This ap-
plies especially when driving into areas with
low headroom, e.g. car parks. You should also
be aware that the underside of the vehicle can
make heavy contact with the ground if you
drive onto the kerb or up a steep ramp – risk
of damage!
►
Press the button.
Press to set the highest ride height and
thereby the maximum ground clearance. When
the vehicle is raised or is at the highest ride
height, is highlighted.
►
►
Press to lower the vehicle again. will no
longer be highlighted.
The Audi drive select mode may be changed when
the vehicle is raised.
Driver messages about the suspension
The following driver messages may appear, de-
pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-
cle:
The vehicle is lowered at speeds of approx.
85 km/h and above. This function may only be
used for short periods of time when increased
ground clearance is required and is not suitable
for permanent use while driving.
Air suspension: fault. You can continue driv-
ing slowly at max. XXX
A malfunction has occurred. The vehicle’s stabili-
ty may be impaired. Drive to a qualified workshop
without delay. Do not drive faster than the speed
given in the driver message.
CAUTION
– Please also observe the information on
ground clearance ðpage 113.
– When transporting the vehicle by lorry,
train, boat, plane, etc., it must only be
strapped down on the tyres. It is not permis-
sible to secure the vehicle by its axles, struts
or towline anchorages, since the pressure in
the air suspension can change during trans-
port. Under certain circumstances there is a
risk that the vehicle may not be properly se-
cured.
Air suspension: fault. Safely stop vehicle.
Steering and ground clearance restricted
A malfunction has occurred. Do not drive on. Be-
fore leaving the vehicle, secure it to prevent it
from rolling away ðpage 99. Avoid making steer-
ing movements, as the ground clearance of the
vehicle may be so low that a steering input could
damage the wheels and wheel housing.
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