Get Setting off Guide for Audi RS6 4 Door Fourth Generation (2019-2025)

Personal settings

System limits of personal settings

Personal settings

Users

– Certain infotainment and vehicle settings (e.g.

mirror settings, radio station) may be stored,

depending on your vehicle’s equipment. Further

information can be found on the MMI. Select:

 > Legal > Privacy.

Introduction

Depending on the equipment and country, your

vehicle can manage different users in the MMI

system. Each user is assigned their most recently

used settings.

– The stored settings for myAudi users can only

be transferred to other vehicles that are suita-

ble. This capability may be restricted in certain

countries. The settings can only be transferred

and loaded within the area covered by a partic-

ular mobile network service provider.

Before driving off, you can select a user in the

MMI system and load their individual infotain-

ment and vehicle settings.

Possible users in the MMI system:

WARNING

– myAudi user: As a myAudi user, you can store

individual settings and call them up again later.

Depending on the country and the vehicle’s

equipment, you may also be able to use some

of these settings in other vehicles. You have ac-

cess to Audi connect services and can use them

in the vehicle.

It is possible that some or all of the infotain-

ment and vehicle settings may not be loaded.

As the driver you are always responsible for

the infotainment and vehicle settings – risk of

accident!

– Local user: As a local user, you can only store

your individual settings in the current vehicle.

Your settings cannot be transferred to other

vehicles. You do not have access to Audi con-

nect services in the vehicle that require a myAu-

di user.

Managing users

Selecting a user

►

Press the symbol for the current user in the sta-

tus bar on the centre display. All users will be

shown.

►

– Guest user: As a guest user, you can store your

settings in the vehicle without changing exist-

ing users’ settings. Audi recommends only us-

ing the guest user temporarily as individual set-

tings can only be stored in the current vehicle

and cannot be stored permanently. You do not

have access to Audi connect services in the vehi-

cle that require a myAudi user.

Press on the desired user.

Follow the instructions given by the system.

►

Adding a user

►

Press the symbol for the current user in the sta-

tus bar on the centre display. All users will be

shown.

►

Press Add user.

►

Follow the instructions given by the system.

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, the sys-

tem can recognise the active user before a jour-

ney when the driver's door is opened based on

the following:

Editing a user

Important: You must have selected the relevant

user and loaded their settings.

– Vehicle keys

– Digital key

►

Press the symbol for the current user in the sta-

tus bar on the centre display. All users will be

shown.

Information for users with PIN protection

►

Press on the user whose settings are loaded.

A PIN is stored for users with the  symbol. If you

simply drive off or wait without entering the PIN

for a recognised user, the guest user will be se-

lected. Some of the settings will be transferred

to the guest user.

Depending on the user type, the following op-

tions may be available:

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Personal settings

Change PIN protection: Users can be protected

by a PIN. If a PIN is not applied, anyone in the ve-

hicle can select the user.

the equipment-dependent Audi connect vehicle

control services.

All digital keys (depending on equipment) will be

deleted.

Delete user from vehicle: The user is only de-

leted from the user management in the vehicle.

The following options can be used to remove the

key user:

Change name: You can change the name of

users. The guest user cannot be renamed.

Removing the key user in the myAudi app

Deleting a user

►

Open the myAudi app and remove the key user.

►

Press the symbol for the current user in the sta-

tus bar on the centre display. All users will be

shown.

Removing the key user on the MMI

►

Press the symbol for the current user in the sta-

tus bar on the centre display. All users will be

shown.

►

Press and hold the desired user and press .

►

Press Key user in the tab area.

Key user

►

Press Remove key user.

Introduction

Before you sell your vehicle, reset the system to

the factory settings.

The owner of the vehicle must be set as the key

user for certain Audi connect vehicle control serv-

ices, depending on the vehicle’s equipment.

As the key user, you can authorise further users

for equipment-dependent Audi connect vehicle

control services.

Key users automatically have remote access

rights. These are required in order to control cer-

tain functions (depending on the equipment in

your vehicle) such as Audi connect vehicle control

services via the myAudi app.

Setting the key user

Important: You must not have set a key user yet.

►

You need a myAudi account in order to set a key

user for the vehicle. Register in the myAudi

app.

►

Add your vehicle in the myAudi app.

►

Follow the instructions given by the myAudi

app.

Removing the key user

Important: A key user must have been set.

If you remove the key user, all other users added

by the key user will be deleted along with their

permissions. It will no longer be possible to use

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Opening and closing

the setting you have selected on the MMI sys-

tem ðpage 34.

Opening and closing

Central locking system

– The turn signals will flash twice when the vehi-

cle is unlocked and once when the vehicle is

locked. If the turn signals do not flash when

you lock the vehicle, check that all the doors

and the boot lid are properly closed.

Safety information on the central locking

system

WARNING

– When you lock the vehicle, the LED on the driv-

er's window sill flashes. If the LED is still on

about 30 seconds after the vehicle is locked,

the central locking system is not working prop-

erly. You should have the fault rectified by a

qualified workshop.

– Always switch off the vehicle and take the

key with you when you leave the vehicle.

This is especially important if children are

left in the car. They might otherwise be able

to start the vehicle or use power-operated

equipment such as the electric windows –

this could lead to injuries.

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, you have

the following options for locking/unlocking your

vehicle centrally:

– Do not leave anyone (especially children) in

the car if it is locked from the outside: the

windows cannot then be opened from the

inside. Locked doors could delay assistance

in an emergency, potentially putting lives at

risk.

– Vehicle key

– Sensors in the door handles

– Digital key on your mobile device (e.g. mobile

phone)

– Important: Your vehicle must be equipped

with an anti-theft alarm system. Do not

leave anyone (especially children) in the car

if it is locked from the outside and the safe-

lock mechanism is activated: the doors can-

not then be opened from the inside

ðpage 37, Information on the anti-theft

alarm system. Locked doors could delay as-

sistance in an emergency, potentially put-

ting lives at risk.

– Digital key card

– Lock button in the boot lid 

– Interior central locking switch

Key/vehicle key

The term “key” may refer to the remote control

key or convenience key, a mobile device with the

digital key or the activated digital key card.

“Vehicle key” refers to the remote control key or

convenience key. The convenience key is a remote

control key with special functions.

– Do not leave anyone (especially children) in

the car when the child lock is activated: the

rear doors and windows cannot then be

opened from the inside – risk of fatal injury!

Power-close function

When closing one of the doors or the boot lid on

vehicles with the power-close function, just push

it gently so that it falls into the latch. The door

Introduction

will now close automatically ð

.

Never leave any valuable items in the vehicle un-

attended. Even a locked vehicle is not a safe.

Automatic locking function

The central locking system has the following

functions/features:

The vehicle will be locked again automatically if

you do not open one of the doors, the boot lid or

the bonnet within a short time after unlocking

the car. This function prevents the vehicle from

remaining unlocked if the unlock button is press-

ed by mistake.

– All doors and the boot lid can be locked or un-

locked simultaneously via the central locking

system. When you unlock the vehicle, the cen-

tral locking system will unlock either the entire

vehicle or the driver's door only, depending on

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Accidental lock-out

CAUTION

If, after you have locked the vehicle, the turn sig-

nals flash several times and a warning tone

sounds when you close a door or the boot lid, the

vehicle key or digital key that was last used is still

The following applies when locking the vehi-

cle:

1)

– If the most recently used vehicle key or digi-

tal key is detected in the passenger com-

partment, it is not possible to lock the vehi-

cle by sensor from the outside. Take the ve-

hicle key or digital key with you and lock the

vehicle again; otherwise the vehicle will not

be secure.

inside the vehicle ð

It is not possible to detect a digital key with a flat

battery or a digital key card in the vehicle ð

.

To prevent yourself from being locked out, only

lock the vehicle when there are no keys in the ve-

hicle and all of the doors and the boot lid are

closed.

– If the turn signals flash several times and a

1)

warning tone sounds , this means that af-

ter the vehicle was locked with the conven-

ience key or digital key while a door or the

boot lid was still open, the door or boot lid

was then closed and the most recently used

convenience key or digital key was detected

in the vehicle. Open the door or the boot lid

immediately and take the convenience key

or digital key out. Otherwise, the vehicle

will be locked automatically with the con-

venience key or digital key inside (this pre-

vents the vehicle from remaining unlocked

indefinitely).

The central locking system prevents you from

locking your vehicle key or digital key inside the

vehicle in the following situations:

– When the driver's door is open, you cannot lock

the vehicle by pressing the  button on the ve-

hicle key or touching the locking sensor on one

of the doors. The locking sensor is not fitted on

all vehicles.

– If the most recently used vehicle key or digital

key is detected in the vehicle, it is not possible

to lock the vehicle from the outside ð

.

– Important: Your vehicle must have a digital

key or a digital key card. If you lock the vehi-

cle with a digital key (with an empty bat-

tery) or your digital key card when a door or

the boot lid is still open and then put the

digital key / digital key card down inside the

vehicle and close the door or boot lid, the

digital key / digital key card will not be de-

tected and will therefore be locked inside

the vehicle.

– If the most recently used vehicle key or digital

key is detected in the vehicle, it is not possible

to close the boot lid with a foot gesture, with

the  button on the vehicle key or with the 

button in the boot lid. The  button is not fit-

ted in the boot lid on all vehicles.

WARNING

Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

Adjusting the settings for the central

locking system

WARNING

Important: Your vehicle must be equipped

with the power-close function.

You can adjust the settings for the central locking

system in the Car menu ðpage 26. The settings

depend on the equipment fitted in your vehicle.

– When closing, make sure that nothing ob-

structs the doors – risk of injury!

– You can stop the closing function at any

time by pulling on the outer or inner door

handle.

Doors to unlock

– If you select All, all doors and the boot lid will

be unlocked when you unlock the vehicle.



1)

Applies to: vehicles with anti-theft alarm system

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Fold mirrors

– If you select Driver’s door, only the driver’s

door will be unlocked. You can still unlock all

the doors and the boot lid by pressing the 

button on the vehicle key twice. On vehicles

with convenience key, only the driver’s door will

be unlocked when you take hold of the door

handle. Gripping any of the other door handles

unlocks the whole vehicle.

You can set whether the exterior mirrors fold in

automatically when the vehicle is locked.

1)

Tone when locking

You can set the system to give an acoustic signal

when you lock the vehicle.

Open with convenience key

The whole vehicle is always locked when you

You can deactivate the function for unlocking the

vehicle via the sensor on the door. It is still possi-

ble to lock the vehicle via sensor.

press the  button.

Long press to open windows

You can set whether all windows can be opened

using the vehicle key ðpage 49, Opening/clos-

ing the windows with the convenience open/close

function.

Opening and closing boot lid with foot

gesture at rear of vehicle

You can switch the foot gesture control for the

boot lid on/off ðpage 47.

Lock when driving (Auto Lock)

Interior monitor

To prevent unauthorised access from the outside

(e.g. when stopped at traffic lights), you can set

the system to automatically lock the doors and

the boot lid when the vehicle reaches a speed of

15 km/h.

You can switch the interior monitor/tow-away

protection and safelock on/off ðpage 37.

Information on the central locking switch

The vehicle is unlocked again immediately when

the  button in the central locking switch is

pressed.

The central locking switch (  /  buttons) is in

the door trim.

►

To lock/unlock the vehicle, press the  /  but-

You can open the doors individually from the in-

side by pulling the inside door handle.

ton ð

.

Please note the following when you use the cen-

tral locking switch to lock your vehicle:

After an accident in which the airbags inflate, the

doors will be automatically unlocked to facilitate

access and assistance.

– The doors and the boot lid cannot be opened

from the outside (for safety reasons, when

stopped at traffic lights, etc.).

Disable boot lid handle

– The LED in the central locking switch lights up

when all of the doors are closed and locked.

– You can open the doors individually from the in-

side by pulling the inside door handle.

You can select whether the luggage compart-

ment can be opened via the release catch on the

boot lid ðpage 45, Fig. 14. When this function

is activated, the boot lid can only be opened us-

ing the  button on the vehicle key or in the

driver’s door. On vehicles with convenience key or

digital key, the release catch on the boot lid can

still be used to open the luggage compartment if

an authorised convenience key or digital key is

detected ðpage 44.

– Once a door has been opened from the inside, it

can then also be opened from the outside as

well. Press the lock button  on the central

locking switch again in order to prevent the

doors from being opened from the outside.



1)

This function is not available in all countries.

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– After an accident in which the airbags inflate,

doors locked from the inside will be automati-

cally unlocked to facilitate access and assis-

tance.

you do so. You may need to press the door handle

back into its original position after doing this.

Vehicle key detected in vehicle interior

or

WARNING

Vehicle key detected in boot

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

This driver message appears if a vehicle key or

digital key is detected in the vehicle when the ve-

hicle is locked and a door or the boot lid is then

closed. The vehicle also reacts by flashing the

turn signals several times and issuing a warning

– The central locking switch also works when

the vehicle is switched off.

– The central locking switch inside the vehicle

is not operative if you lock the vehicle from

the outside.

1)

tone . Remove the vehicle key or digital key

without delay. Otherwise, the vehicle will be

locked automatically and the vehicle key or digi-

tal key will be locked in the vehicle (this prevents

the vehicle from remaining unlocked indefinite-

ly).

Driver messages about the central locking

system

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Switching the child lock on/off



Vehicle electronics: fault. Shift to P before

The child locks disable the rear window switches

and prevent the rear doors from being opened

from the inside.

leaving vehicle. Please contact workshop

There is a fault in the vehicle electronics. Apply

the parking brake to hold the vehicle before get-

ting out. The transmission position will be shifted

to P automatically when you do so. Drive to a

qualified workshop soon and have the fault recti-

fied.

The child lock buttons  are located in the driv-

er’s door trim.

►

To activate/deactivate the child lock (for the

electric window controls and interior door han-

dle on each of the rear doors), press the left/

right button . The LED in the button will light

up or go out.



Central locking: fault. See owner's manual

There is a malfunction in the central locking sys-

tem. If it is not possible to lock the doors via the

central locking system, you can lock them man-

ually ðpage 40, ðpage 39. Drive to a quali-

fied workshop and have the fault rectified.

►

Make sure that the child lock is working by

checking that the rear electric window controls

and door handles are out of action.

Switching on the child lock for the rear doors de-

activates the following functions:



Door lock: when the vehicle is moving, door

can only be opened via manual release. See

owner's manual

– The rear interior door handles.

– The rear electric window controls.

The doors cannot be unlocked electrically at

speeds above approx. 15 km/h. If you need to

open the door in an emergency when the vehicle

is travelling at a higher speed, you can manually

release the door by pulling the handle out firmly

twice. You will feel noticeable resistance when

WARNING

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.



1)

Applies to: vehicles with anti-theft alarm system

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Anti-theft alarm

– If there is a malfunction in the child lock, it

may be possible to open the rear doors from

the inside – risk of accident!

The alarm is triggered if the bonnet, the boot lid

or one of the doors is forced open.

Interior monitor and tow-away protection

Driver messages about the child lock

The alarm is triggered if movements (e.g. of ani-

mals) are detected in the interior or if the vehi-

cle's angle of inclination is changed (e.g. during

transport).

 Child lock: fault. Please contact workshop

soon

There is a malfunction in the child lock. Press the

 button again.

You can prevent the alarm from being triggered

accidentally by deactivating the interior monitor

and/or tow-away protection.

If the message continues to be displayed, drive to

a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rec-

tified ð

.

1)

Safelock

The doors can no longer be opened from the in-

side. This makes it more difficult to break into

WARNING

If there is a malfunction in the child lock, it

may be possible to open the rear doors from

the inside – risk of accident!

the vehicle ð

. For more information on the

safelock mechanism, please refer to ðpage 38,

Driver messages about the anti-theft alarm sys-

tem.

Information on the anti-theft alarm system

You must deactivate the safelock mechanism if

you leave people behind in the vehicle.

Important: Your vehicle must be equipped with

an anti-theft alarm system. If the anti-theft

alarm system senses interference with the vehi-

cle it triggers an audible and visible alarm. The

anti-theft alarm system is activated/deactivated

automatically when you lock/unlock your vehicle.

When the alarm is deployed, it switches off auto-

matically after a certain period of time.

Deactivating the interior monitor and tow-

away protection and the safelock

1)

mechanism

There are various ways to deactivate the interior

monitor/tow-away protection and safelock mech-

anism:

►

Press the  button on the vehicle key a second

time within 2 seconds, or

Touch the sensor on the door handle a second

The interior monitor and tow-away protection

will only function as intended if the windows are

closed.

►

time within 2 seconds. This only works if the ve-

hicle is fitted with the convenience key func-

tion. Or

Select the Interior monitor function in the Car

menu ðpage 26.

After you have locked the vehicle, the alarm is

triggered if you pull one of the interior door han-

dles, even if you have switched off the safelock

mechanism.

►

Switching the alarm off manually

If you lock the vehicle in this way, the interior

monitor/tow-away protection and safelock mech-

anism will remain deactivated until the vehicle is

unlocked again.

►

To deactivate the alarm, press the  button on

the vehicle key or switch the vehicle on.



Depending on the equipment on your vehicle, the

following components may be integrated in the

alarm system:

1)

This function may be optional in your country and is not

available in all countries/equipment versions.

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Indirect occupant detection without sensor

When the function has been deactivated, the LED

on the door sill will flash briefly and then remain

off for approx. half a minute.

The system monitors whether the rear doors are

opened. If one of the rear doors has been

opened, the system assumes that there could be

someone on the rear seats ðpage 38, Driver

messages about the occupant detection system.

WARNING

Do not leave anyone (especially children) in

the car if it is locked from the outside and the

safelock mechanism is activated: the doors

and windows cannot then be opened from the

inside. Locked doors could delay assistance in

an emergency, potentially putting lives at

risk.

WARNING

Never leave persons or animals unsupervised

in the vehicle, even if the vehicle is equipped

with an occupant detection system.

Setting the occupant detection system

CAUTION

You can adjust the settings for the occupant de-

tection system in the Car menu ðpage 26.

– If you switch off the safelock mechanism,

the interior monitor and tow-away protec-

tion are automatically disabled, and vice

versa. This means that your vehicle is no

longer completely protected against break-

ins and theft.

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

The following settings are possible:

– Applies to vehicles with Audi connect vehi-

cle control services: The safelock mecha-

nism is not switched on if you use Audi con-

nect services to lock the vehicle remotely.

Rear notification sound

On vehicles with indirect occupant detection, you

can switch the notification sound for the driver

message in the instrument cluster on/off.

Driver messages about the anti-theft alarm

system

Driver messages about the occupant

detection system

The message Be aware of door safelock. See

owner's manual appears on the instrument clus-

ter display when you switch the vehicle off as a

reminder that the safelock mechanism

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

ðpage 37, Safelock will be activated.

 /  Please check rear seats!

or

Occupant detection

 /  Please check rear seats and be aware of

door safelock. See owner's manual

Introduction

The purpose of the occupant detection system is

to warn the driver if there could be other per-

sons, especially children, on the rear seats after

the vehicle has been switched off.

At the end of each trip, a driver message will ap-

pear on the centre display to remind you that

someone may be seated on the rear seats. If you

previously opened one of the rear doors, the driv-

er message will also appear in the instrument

cluster. Make sure that you do not leave any per-

sons or animals behind when you leave the vehi-

cle.

The occupant detection system is designed to re-

duce the risk of accidentally leaving someone be-

hind in the vehicle.



Before locking the vehicle, make sure that there

are no persons or animals still in the vehicle.

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For vehicles with the safelock mechanism, please

observe ð in Information on the anti-theft

alarm system on page 38

Locking/unlocking the

doors manually

Unlocking the driver’s door manually if the

vehicle key battery is flat

Fig. 8 Connecting a power source

If the 12-volt power supply fails, the doors must

be unlocked separately.

Connecting the central locking system to an

emergency power supply

The vehicle must be connected to an emergency

power supply via the contacts in the bumper in

order to unlock the door manually.

Fig. 6 Driver’s door: Unlocking the electronic door handle

manually

►

Firmly press the cap inwards briefly

ðpage 275, Fig. 149. The cap will be released

The driver’s door must be unlocked manually if

the vehicle key battery is flat.

from the bumper.

Release the two contact pins from the cap.

►

Connect the positive terminal

power source to the positive terminal

vehicle’s contact pin (red cable).

+

of the 12-volt

►

Hold the vehicle key above the exterior door

handle 1 in the centre with one hand.

+

of the

►

To unlock the vehicle, pull the door handle

2

►

Connect the negative terminal

–

of the 12-volt

of the

as normal with the other hand. Remove your

hand from the door handle 3 completely after

you have pulled it.

Repeat this process several times at intervals of

over 1 second until you can open the door.

power source to the negative terminal

vehicle’s contact pin (brown cable).

Open the driver’s door as normal.

Remove the terminals of the power source

again.

–

►

After the door has been unlocked manually, the

vehicle key battery must be changed ðpage 42.

Re-secure the contact pins in the cap.

Reinsert the cap in the bumper cover.

Open the bonnet and charge the 12-volt vehicle

battery.

Unlocking the driver’s door manually if the

12-volt vehicle battery is flat

WARNING

The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps

must not be allowed to touch – risk of short

circuit.

Fig. 7 Front bumper: Cap with 12-volt connections clipped

into it

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Opening the doors manually from the

outside if the door handle mechanism has

failed

Locking the doors manually

Fig. 10 Door: Locking the door manually

Fig. 9 Door: Opening manually

If the central locking system fails, the doors must

be locked separately.

Important: The vehicle must be unlocked.

The anti-theft alarm system is not activated

when the doors are locked manually.

The doors must be opened manually if the door

handle mechanism has failed.

Locking the doors manually

You should not attempt the following steps un-

less you have the skills required.

Use the emergency key or a screwdriver to lock

the doors manually.

►

Briefly press the pin 1 in the direction of travel

The mechanical locking device is located on the

end face of the doors. It is only visible when the

door is open.

ðFig. 9. This will release the pin, causing it to

disengage from the door handle.

Pull the end of the cable 2 until the door

►

opens.

►

Take out the emergency key ðpage 41.

If fitted, remove the cap from the opening on

the end face of the door.

Insert the emergency key or a screwdriver in the

►

After opening the door manually, guide the ca-

ble and the pin back into the door handle.

Press the pin 1 in the direction of travel until it

►

engages in the door handle. This will lock the

pin back in place.

slot inside the door and turn it as far as it will

go to the right (if the door is on the left side) or

to the left (if the door is on the right side).

►

If necessary, insert the cap to seal the opening

and close the door.

Opening the doors manually after an

accident

After an accident in which the airbags are trig-

gered, the vehicle will be unlocked and the elec-

tronic door locks will be deactivated. The pin of

the manual release mechanism will be ejected

from the door handle automatically. The door

must be released mechanically in order to open

it.

Once the door has been closed it can no longer be

opened from the outside. The door can be

opened from the inside by pulling the door han-

dle once. If the vehicle is without electrical pow-

er, pulling the door handle once will unlock the

door; pull a second time to open the door. You

will need to pull firmly and will feel noticeable

resistance. If the child lock is engaged on one of

the rear doors, the door can be opened by pulling

the inside door handle and then opening the door

from the outside.

►

Pull the end of the cable 2 ðpage 40, Fig. 9

until the door opens.

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– A key fob may be attached to the set of keys

when the vehicle is delivered from the factory.

The key fob contains information on the vehicle

keys. The key fob can be used to order new vehi-

cle keys. Please store the key fob in a safe place

and give it to the new owner if you sell the car.

WARNING

Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

Keys

Digital key card

Information on the keys

Important: Your vehicle must have a digital key

card. The digital key card performs a number of

the functions of the vehicle key and is approxi-

mately the size and shape of a credit card

ðpage 43.

Replacing a key

If you should lose a vehicle key, please contact an

Audi dealer. Have the remote control coding for

that vehicle key deactivated. For this purpose you

should bring all available keys with you.

Fig. 11 Key supplied with the vehicle

Two keys are supplied with each new vehicle.

Applies to vehicles with digital key / digital key

card: If you lose a mobile device on which a digi-

tal key is stored, the corresponding mobile device

must be deactivated ðpage 42. If you do not

have short-term access to the myAudi app, it is

possible to deactivate all assigned digital keys on

the MMI ðpage 43, Switching the digital key

function on/off in the vehicle. If you lose the digi-

tal key card, you can deactivate it at any time by

switching the vehicle on with the vehicle key or

digital key. Alternatively, you can deactivate the

function in the myAudi app. To replace a digital

key card, please contact an Audi dealer.

1 Vehicle key

The vehicle key can be used to lock and unlock

the car.

2 Emergency key and release button for

emergency key

An emergency key is integrated in the vehicle key.

To remove it, press the release button and pull

out the emergency key.

You can use the emergency key to ...

– activate and deactivate the front passenger's

airbag ðpage 75. The front passenger's air-

bag cannot be deactivated on all vehicles.

– lock the doors manually ðpage 40.

It is also important to notify your insurance com-

pany if a key has been lost.

Electronic immobiliser

– release the boot lid manually ðpage 48.

The immobiliser is designed to prevent unauthor-

ised persons from driving the vehicle.

Information on the vehicle key

– The function of the vehicle key may be impaired

by interference from other nearby radio signals

(for example from a mobile telephone or TV

transmitter) if these are in the same frequency

range. You should always check that your vehi-

cle is locked.

It may not be possible to start the vehicle if there

is another vehicle key from a different make of

vehicle on the same key ring.

WARNING

Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

– You can see how many vehicle keys are initial-

ised for your vehicle in the Car menu

ðpage 26.

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Opening and closing

►

Insert the new battery with the “+” symbol fac-

ing up.

CAUTION

The key must not be exposed to excessive

temperatures; do not leave it in the sun.

►

Close the battery compartment with the cover.

Insert the emergency key.

For the sake of the environment

WARNING

 Batteries and electric/electronic equip-

ment must be disposed of appropriately

ðpage 291, Information on waste disposal.

A button cell is fitted in the vehicle key.

– If batteries or button cells are swallowed or

enter the body in any other way, they can

cause severe or lethal injuries within an ex-

tremely short period of time – risk of chemi-

cal burns!

LED and battery in vehicle key

– Keep the vehicle key and the key fob with

batteries out of the reach of children.

– Keep new and used batteries away from chil-

dren.

– If the battery compartment does not close

securely, stop using the vehicle key and keep

it away from children.

– Seek a doctor’s assistance immediately if

you suspect that a battery has been swal-

lowed or has entered the body in any other

way.

Fig. 12 Vehicle key: Removing battery cover

LED in the vehicle key

The LED 1 lights up when you press the buttons.

For the sake of the environment

►

The LED should flash once when you press one

 Batteries and electric/electronic equip-

ment must be disposed of appropriately

ðpage 291, Information on waste disposal.

of the buttons briefly. If the LED does not flash,

there is a fault or the vehicle key is outside the

vehicle’s signal range. The LED also does not

flash if the key battery is empty.

Driver messages about the key battery

►

The LED should flash repeatedly when you



press and hold one of the buttons (convenience

open/close).

If the indicator lamp

lights up and the corre-

sponding message appears, the battery in the ve-

hicle key is empty and must be replaced

ðpage 42, Replacing the battery in the vehicle

key.

Replacing the battery in the vehicle key

A driver message appears when the key battery is

empty ðpage 42, Driver messages about the

key battery.

Information on the digital key function

The new battery must be of the same type as the

original one (battery type CR 2032).

You can use your mobile device to lock, unlock

and start the vehicle.

►

Take out the emergency key ðpage 41 and in-

Important: Your vehicle must be equipped with

the digital key function. A key user who has been

verified by a dealer must be set. You and all other

users must use a compatible mobile device.

sert it into the opening ðFig. 12.

►

Push the emergency key into the opening in the

direction of the arrow to press the release but-

ton inside 2 . Do not try to prise open the cover

when doing so, as this could cause damage.



►

Pull the cover off the battery compartment.

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Opening and closing

Removing a digital key

Switching the digital key function on/off in

the vehicle

The key user can remove a digital key via their

mobile device or the recipient can return it via

their mobile device.

You can switch the digital key function on/off for

your vehicle. If you switch the function off, all

digital keys that have been assigned and the digi-

tal key card can no longer be used temporarily.

All assigned digital keys and the digital key card

can be used again as soon as you switch the func-

tion back on.

The key user can remove the digital key via the

MMI.

Important: The vehicle must be switched on.

►

Select:  > Digital key > Management > Key

►

Select:  > Digital key > Management.

list.

►

Press / to switch the digital key function

Information on the digital key function

on/off.

►

Follow the instructions given by the system.

– In some countries, you can manage digital keys

via the myAudi app.

Setting up a digital key

– The key user can deactivate digital keys that

have been issued at any time.

The following options can be used to activate a

digital key:

– The digital key function may stop working if the

mobile device remains uncharged for several

days.

Activating a digital key via the MMI

►

Select:  > Digital key > Activate digital key.

The key user will receive a notification on their

mobile device. Press on the link or follow the

instructions.

Follow the instructions on your mobile device

– Whether the function is available also depends

on the mobile device’s manufacturer.

►

Information on the digital key card

►

to activate the digital key.

Follow the instructions given by the system.

Important: You must have a digital key. Your vehi-

cle must have a digital key card and the key card

must be activated. You can use your digital key

card to lock/unlock and start the vehicle.

►

Activating a digital key via the myAudi app

Open the myAudi app and activate the digital

►

key.

This prevents you from having to give your mo-

bile device to others e.g. for a service appoint-

ment or if you require roadside assistance. Once

activated, the key card can be used until the next

time the vehicle is switched on with a vehicle key

or digital key.

►

Follow the instructions given by the system.

The key user will receive a notification on their

mobile device. Press on the link or follow the

instructions.

Follow the instructions on your mobile device

►

to activate the digital key.

The vehicle can then be driven and locked or un-

locked with the digital key card. However, it is not

possible to unlock the boot lid separately.

Sharing a digital key

►

Open the app on your mobile device to manage

digital keys.

Share the desired digital key.

The recipient must follow the instructions on

their mobile device to activate the digital key.

Activating/deactivating the digital key card

►

Unlock the vehicle.

►

Switch the vehicle on using the digital key (mo-

bile device) ðpage 97.

►

Place the key card in the phone compartment.

Displaying the digital key on the MMI

Follow the instructions given by the MMI.

►

Select:  > Digital key > Management > Key

list.

The key card is automatically deactivated again

as soon as the vehicle is switched on using a

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Opening and closing

digital key or a vehicle key. Once deactivated, the

key card can therefore be stored in the vehicle.

management system will switch off convenience

functions that are not required. In this case you

may not be able to unlock the vehicle via sensor.

You can check the status of your key card on the

►

MMI ðpage 44.

To unlock the vehicle, reach into the recess un-

der the door handle 1 .

►

To lock the vehicle, close the door and touch

For the sake of the environment

the sensor 2 on the door handle once. Do not

reach into the recess when doing so, otherwise

the vehicle will not be locked. Once the doors

have been locked, they cannot be opened again

immediately. This will enable you to check that

the doors are properly closed.

 Batteries and electric/electronic equip-

ment must be disposed of appropriately

ðpage 291, Information on waste disposal.

Calling up the digital key status

Applies to vehicles with digital key: The status of

assigned digital keys and the digital key card can

be checked in the myAudi app and in the vehicle.

Unlocking/locking the vehicle using the

digital key/digital key card

►

Select:  > Digital key > Management.

Important: The vehicle must be equipped with

door sensors and the digital key/digital key card

must be activated. The digital key or digital key

card must be on your person. The mobile device

must be connected via Bluetooth.

Unlocking/locking

Unlocking/locking the vehicle via the

buttons on the vehicle key

►

To unlock the vehicle and open the door, reach

Do not use the vehicle key when the vehicle is out

of sight.

into the recess under the door handle 1 .

To lock the vehicle, close the door and touch

►

the sensor 2 on the door handle once. Do not

take hold of the door handle when doing so,

otherwise the vehicle will not be locked. Once

the doors have been locked, they cannot be

opened again immediately. This will enable you

to check that the doors are properly closed.

►

To unlock the vehicle, press the  button.

To lock the vehicle, press the  button once.

►

Unlocking/locking the vehicle via the

sensors

►

To unlock/lock the vehicle using Near Field

Communication (NFC) technology, hold the mo-

bile device/key card against the sensor 2 .

Boot lid

Information

WARNING

Fig. 13 Door handle: Sensor for locking and unlocking the

vehicle

– Do not leave anyone (especially children) in

the car if it is locked from the outside: the

windows cannot then be opened from the

inside. Locked doors could delay assistance

in an emergency, potentially putting lives at

risk.

Important: The vehicle must be equipped with a

convenience key and door sensors. Transmission

position P must be selected. The convenience key

must be within a range of about 1.5 metres from

the door handle or boot. To prevent the vehicle

battery from becoming discharged, the energy

– Do not leave anyone (especially children) in

the car if it is locked from the outside and

the safelock mechanism is activated: the

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Opening and closing

Opening/closing boot lid

doors cannot then be opened from the in-

side ðpage 37, Information on the anti-

theft alarm system. Locked doors could de-

lay assistance in an emergency, potentially

putting lives at risk. The safelock mecha-

nism is not available on all vehicles. The an-

ti-theft alarm system is not available on all

vehicles.

– Always close and lock the boot lid and all

the doors when you are not using the vehi-

cle. Children could otherwise enter the vehi-

cle e.g. through the luggage compartment

and become locked inside. To avoid risk of

injury, never allow children to play in or

around the vehicle.

– To prevent any risk of injury when closing

the boot lid, make sure that no one is in its

path – in particular around the hinges, the

upper and lower edges and the complete

surrounding edge.

– After closing the boot lid, always check that

the catch has engaged properly. The boot lid

could otherwise open suddenly when the ve-

hicle is moving – this could result in an acci-

dent.

Fig. 14 Release catch in boot lid 1 , button in driver’s door

2

– The boot lid must always be completely

closed when the vehicle is moving; other-

wise toxic exhaust fumes can be drawn from

outside the vehicle into the interior.

– If a luggage rack (e.g. a bicycle carrier) is at-

tached to the boot lid, the boot lid may not

open completely or may move downwards

by itself due to the added weight. For this

reason, make sure you support the boot lid

or take the luggage off the carrier before

opening the boot lid – risk of injury!

– Applies to vehicles with power-operated/

sensor-controlled boot lid: Always be careful

when closing the boot lid. A safety feature is

provided (pinch protection), but this may

not always be able to prevent serious inju-

ries to yourself or others in all circumstan-

ces.

Fig. 15 Boot lid:

3

close button,

4

lock button

The boot lid can be opened and closed automati-

cally ð in Information on page 44.

Opening boot lid

There are several ways to open the boot lid:

►

Press the release catch on the boot lid

1

ðFig. 14. The vehicle key or digital key must be

within a range of about 1.5 metres from the

luggage compartment if the luggage compart-

ment is locked, or

►

With the vehicle switched off, press the  but-

ton on the vehicle twice ðpage 41, Fig. 11, or

Briefly pull the  button 2 in the driver's

door ðFig. 14, or

CAUTION

To avoid damage, please take care that the

boot lid does not hit the ceiling when opening

it inside a garage or car park, etc.

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Opening and closing

►

Storing the open position of the boot lid

Unlock the vehicle or boot lid with the  / 

button on the vehicle key and press the release

catch on the boot lid 1 .

The boot lid must be opened at least as far as the

minimum open setting, otherwise it will not be

possible to store the setting.

You can change the settings on the MMI to acti-

vate/deactivate the option for opening the lug-

gage compartment via the release catch

ðFig. 14 ðpage 34.

►

Open the boot lid as far as desired. When pull-

ing the boot lid downwards, you should move it

slowly in small steps; otherwise the boot lid

will close automatically.

Closing boot lid

►

Press button 3 on the inside of the boot lid for

There are several ways to close the boot lid:

at least 5 seconds to store the desired open po-

sition. A visual and audible signal will be given.

►

Press the  button 3 ðFig. 15 inside the

boot lid, or

►

To set a higher open position, wait for 5 sec-

onds and then push the boot lid carefully up-

wards.

With the vehicle switched off, press the  / 

button 3 / 4 inside the boot lid. The vehicle

key or digital key must not be in the vehicle. If

you press the  button 4 , the vehicle will be

locked after the boot lid is closed. If you press

the  button 4 and the vehicle key is in the

luggage compartment or out of range (more

than approx. 1.5 m away), a warning tone will

sound and the boot lid cannot be closed, or

With the vehicle switched on, pull and hold the

 button 2 in the driver's door ðFig. 14 until

the boot lid is closed, or

If the  button 4 is fitted in the boot lid, with

the vehicle switched off, press and hold the 

button on the vehicle key until the boot lid

closes. There will be a slightly delay before it

closes. Make sure to stand clear of the boot lid

when doing so (do not stand further away than

3 m).

►

Then press button 3 again for at least 5 sec-

onds to store the desired open position.

Once the stored open position has been reached,

you can open the boot lid fully by pressing the 

button twice within 3 seconds.

Opening/closing boot lid manually

►

The boot lid can be opened/closed manually if

the power-operated mechanism fails or the vehi-

cle battery charge is low. This will require more

effort. If you move the boot lid slowly, less effort

will be required.

►

Pull the boot lid down slightly and then push

the boot lid down until it closes.

Information on the boot lid

When the vehicle is locked, you can unlock the

boot lid separately by pressing the  button on

the vehicle key twice. The boot lid will lock auto-

matically when you close it again.

Stopping the automatic movement

The boot lid will stop moving if:

►

You press button 3 or the release catch 1 on

If the convenience key or digital key is in the lug-

gage compartment or the passenger compart-

ment while the boot lid is open, the  button on

the boot lid will not function. The  button is not

fitted on all vehicles.

the boot lid ðFig. 14 again, or

You press the  button on the convenience

key once. The convenience key is not available

for all vehicles, or

If it cannot open/close freely or if it is obstruc-

►

ted.

WARNING

If you now press button 3 or the release catch

on the boot lid 1 again, the boot lid will close/

open again.

Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 44.

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Opening and closing

lid will open/close when the system detects the

gesture.

Opening/closing boot lid with a foot

gesture (kicking movement)

If the boot lid is fully open, it will be closed with a

delay as soon as you move away from the vehicle

and there are no keys in the vicinity of the boot

lid. A warning tone will sound until the boot lid

starts closing. If you move back towards the vehi-

cle while the boot lid is closing automatically, it

may open again.

If you have used the foot gesture to close the

boot lid but remain in the vicinity of the boot lid

for an extended period, the automatic delayed

closing function is cancelled. This is accompanied

by an acoustic signal.

Fig. 16 Rear of vehicle: Kicking movement (example)

Important: Your vehicle must have a sensor-con-

trolled boot lid.

Stopping the automatic movement

The boot lid can be opened and closed automati-

The boot lid will stop moving if:

cally ð

in Information on page 44.

►

You perform the foot gesture again.

You press the button 3 ðpage 45, Fig. 15 or

the release catch 1 ðpage 45, Fig. 14 on the

boot lid again, or

You press the  button on the convenience

key, or

If it cannot open/close freely or if it is obstruc-

Important: The vehicle must be switched off. You

must have the convenience key or digital key on

your person and the foot gesture control and

convenience key functions must be activated on

the MMI. You must be standing to the left of cen-

tre 1 behind the boot lid.

►

Depending on the model version, upon approach-

ing the left side at the rear of the vehicle, you can

see an illuminated spot on the ground in darker

conditions indicating where to perform the foot

gesture.

ted.

If you now press the button 3 ðpage 45, Fig. 15

or the release catch on the boot lid 1 ðpage 45,

Fig. 14, the boot lid will close/open again.

Information on using the foot gesture

function correctly

Activating/deactivating function

You can switch the foot gesture control for the

boot lid on/off in the Central locking ðpage 34,

Adjusting the settings for the central locking sys-

tem or Car menu ðpage 26.

The boot lid will open/close only if you make the

exact gesture described above. This is to prevent

the boot lid from opening/closing in similar sit-

uations, for instance if you walk between the rear

of the vehicle and a garage door. In certain situa-

tions, the system may be temporarily unavailable

or the functionality may be restricted. This can

happen in the following cases, for instance:

Opening/closing the boot lid

The turn signals flash to indicate that the boot lid

is opening.

An acoustic signal is given to indicate that the

boot lid is closing. If the vehicle was locked be-

fore the boot lid is opened, it will be locked again

automatically after the boot lid is closed.

– If you are standing too close to or too far away

from the bumper.

– If the boot lid was closed or opened immediate-

ly beforehand.

►

To open/close the boot lid, swing your foot for-

– If you park near a hedge and the wind blows the

branches back and forth under the vehicle over

an extended period.

wards and back very closely under the bumper

1 without touching it in one single fluid move-

ment ðFig. 16. Take care not to slip. The boot

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– If you wash your vehicle with a high-pressure

cleaner or drive through an automatic car wash.

– In heavy rain.

CAUTION

Deactivate the foot gesture control for the

boot lid on the MMI ðpage 47, Activating/

deactivating function to prevent the boot lid

from being opened unintentionally in the fol-

lowing situations:

– If the bumper is very dirty (e.g. after driving on

salted roads).

– If the radio signal from the convenience key or

digital key was affected by interference from

other transmitters (e.g. mobile phones or re-

mote control devices).

– When you park the vehicle close to obsta-

cles such as streetlights, posts or garage

doors, or in an underground car park with a

low ceiling

– If the boot lid is open and the convenience key

or digital key is in the luggage compartment or

passenger compartment. In this case, the boot

lid cannot be closed via foot gesture.

– Before washing the vehicle

– When using a car wash

– Before any maintenance and repair work on

the vehicle

Information on incorrect use

– Before fitting a bicycle carrier or attaching a

trailer

The boot lid could open unintentionally if you

have the convenience key or digital key on your

person in certain situations, for example:

Releasing the boot lid manually

– When sweeping under the rear bumper.

– If exposed to a strong jet of water or steam.

– When repair work is performed on or near the

rear bumper.

– By gates moving in the area near the bumper.

WARNING

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 44.

– Please note that the sensor-controlled boot

lid may be opened/closed unintentionally if

you have the convenience key or digital key

on your person while you are behind the ve-

hicle – risk of accident!

Fig. 17 Inside of boot lid: Access to manual release

The boot lid can be released manually from the

inside.

Use the emergency key or a screwdriver to re-

lease the boot lid manually.

CAUTION

– Please note that the sensor-controlled boot

lid may be opened/closed unintentionally

(and could hit the garage ceiling) if you have

the convenience key or digital key on your

person while you are behind the vehicle.

– Always make sure that there are no valid ve-

hicle keys unintentionally within the area of

detection around the sensors for the boot

lid that are fitted underneath the bumper

cover 1 ðFig. 16.

►

Fold the rear seat backrest forwards

ðpage 86.

Take out the emergency key ðpage 41.

Prise off the cover  in the boot lid trim us-

ing the emergency key or a screwdriver.

To unlock the boot lid, use a suitable tool (such

as a screwdriver or the emergency key) to press

the release lever in the direction of the arrow.

Move the backrest back into its upright position

►

and make sure it engages.

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Opening/closing the windows with the

convenience open/close function

WARNING

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 44.

Convenience open/close function for

windows

– After you have folded the backrest back up-

wards, always check to see if the locking

mechanism is properly engaged by pulling

the backrest forwards.

Important: Your vehicle must have a convenience

key or digital key.

You can use the MMI to set whether all the win-

dows are opened all at once ðpage 34, Adjusting

the settings for the central locking system.

Electric windows

Opening/closing the windows

►

Press and hold the  /  button on the vehicle

key until all the windows have reached the de-

The window switches are located in the door

trim. You can also operate the windows via voice

control using the Audi assistant ðpage 28.

sired position ð

, or

►

Applies to vehicles with door sensors: Touch

and keep your hand in contact with the sensor

on the door handle until all the windows are

closed. Do not rest your hand on the door han-

dle while this is happening.

Opening/closing the windows

All of the window switches can be operated from

the driver’s seat. All windows have two-stage

switches:

The turn signals flash once when all the windows

are closed.

►

To open/close the window automatically,

press/pull the switch  briefly to the second

position. The window will stop moving immedi-

ately if the switch  is operated again.

WARNING

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

►

To set an intermediate position, press/pull the

– Take care when closing the windows. Care-

less use of the windows can cause injuries.

– For safety reasons, you should only use the

vehicle key to open and close the windows

when you are approx. 2 metres away from

the vehicle and the vehicle is in sight.

– To avoid injuries, always keep an eye on the

windows when pressing the  button to

close them. The closing procedure stops im-

mediately when you release the  button.

switch  to the first position until the window

has reached the desired position.

Information on using the window switches

– The windows can be operated with the switch

 for a few minutes after the vehicle has been

switched off. The window switches are only de-

activated when the driver's door or the front

passenger's door is opened.

– The electric windows have a roll-back function.

The window may stop moving upwards auto-

matically, and may also re-open even when

there does not appear to be an obstacle. Pull

and hold the switch  until the window is fully

closed.

Garage door opener

Introduction

Important: Your vehicle must be equipped with a

garage door opener.

WARNING

The garage door opener allows you to activate

garage doors, security systems, home or office

lighting and other electrical devices using control 

– Please refer to the safety information

ðpage 33.

– Take care when closing the windows. Care-

less use of the windows can cause injuries.

49

Opening and closing

►

buttons inside your car. The functions are operat-

ed on the MMI. You can program several receiv-

ers, which perform the functions of up to eight

Open the quick access bar ðpage 22, Hidden

views on the centre display. Activate the de-

sired function, or

1)

►

hand-held transmitters.

Click on the desired function in the display area

ðpage 22, or

Information on selling the vehicle

Important: Your vehicle must have a GPS link. If

you have stored the location of the system,

press on the notification centre ðpage 22, Hid-

den views on the centre display on the centre

display. The button will appear in the notifica-

tion centre on the MMI shortly before you reach

the linked system, or

Important: Your vehicle must be equipped with

the parking aid/reversing camera/surround

view camera. When you select reverse gear, the

parking aid/reversing camera/surround view

camera is shown on the centre display. To dis-

play the buttons for the first three garage door

openers, press the  button, then press the

appropriate button for the system.

– Before you sell your vehicle, reset the system to

the factory settings ðpage 221.

Information on compatibility of the garage

door opener

Before programming your system for the garage

door opener, please check that it is compatible:

►

– You can obtain information from your qualified

will also find further information on HomeLink.

– You can view information about HomeLink

(compatibility level/status/country code/

HomeLink generation) in the Car menu on the

MMI ðpage 26.

When transmission has been completed success-

fully, a driver message for the system will be

shown.

WARNING

– When you are operating or programming

the garage door opener, make sure that no

persons or objects are close to the devices

receiving the transmitter signals. Otherwise,

persons might be injured or other damage

caused by moving parts.

Programming the garage door opener

The procedure described here is suitable for pro-

gramming both fixed code and rolling code sys-

tems on the MMI.

– Do not allow looking at the displays and op-

erating the centre display to distract you

from watching the traffic.

Important: The vehicle must be switched on and

use of the location for the vehicle app must be

active.

Operating the garage door opener

Programming hand-held transmitters

Important: The relevant hand-held transmitter

must have been programmed ðpage 50, Pro-

gramming the garage door opener, the vehicle

must be within range of the system and must be

switched on.

Important: You must have the hand-held trans-

mitter with you, and the vehicle must be within

range of the system (e.g. garage door) you would

like to program. If you program more than three

hand-held transmitters, assign the first three

slots to the systems you want to use in reverse

gear.

Several options are available for opening/closing

the garage door or other system:



►

You can operate the garage door opener in the

Car menu ðpage 26. After opening this menu,

press on  for the relevant system, or

1)

The possible number of hand-held transmitters depends

on the equipment.

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Opening and closing

►

You can program systems for the garage door

opener in the Car menu ðpage 26. After open- ðpage 26.

ing this menu, press + . Follow the instructions

on the MMI.

You can reprogram systems that have previous-

ly been programmed for the garage door open-

er in the Car menu ðpage 26. After opening

this menu, press the  button for the system

you would like to reprogram. Select Program.

Follow the instructions on the MMI.

You can store the location in the Car menu

►

After opening this menu, press the  button

for the system your vehicle is currently posi-

tioned in front of and press Change position.

Follow the instructions on the MMI.

►

The notification centre can only display up to

three programmed systems. If you would like to

see all the systems, press All garage doors.

Renaming a system

For some systems, the garage door opener func-

tion will be available immediately after program-

ming. For others, the garage door opener func-

tion must also be synchronised.

You can assign individual names (with up to 10

characters) to the systems you have program-

med.

1)

►

If you have just programmed your system, fol-

low the instructions on the MMI, or

Synchronising hand-held transmitters

Important: You must have already programmed

the hand-held transmitter, and the vehicle must

be within range of the system (e.g. garage door).

If you wish to rename a previously programmed

system:

You can rename the system in the Car menu

ðpage 26.

To synchronise the system directly following pro-

gramming, follow the instructions on the MMI.

►

After opening this menu, press the  button

If you would like to synchronise at a later time:

for the system you would like to rename and

press Change name. You may have to delete

the default name first (e.g. Garage door opener

1).

You can synchronise hand-held transmitters in

the Car menu ðpage 26.

►

After opening this menu, press the  button

►

Follow the instructions on the MMI.

for the system you would like to synchronise

and press Synchronise.

Deleting a system

►

Follow the instructions on the MMI.

The programmed systems can be deleted individ-

ually.

Storing the location

Important: Your vehicle must have a GPS link. For

more convenient operation, you can program in

the location of your system (GPS link).

You can delete systems in the Car menu

ðpage 26.

►

After opening this menu, press the  button

Important: The relevant hand-held transmitter

must have been programmed ðpage 50 and the

vehicle must be in front of the corresponding sys-

tem.

for the system you would like to delete and

press .

Information on programming a hand-held

transmitter

►

If you have just programmed your system, fol-

low the instructions on the MMI, or

– Before programming a button, make sure that

the batteries in the hand-held transmitter are

charged.

If you wish to store the location of a system that

you programmed earlier:

– The programming process can take up to 30

seconds, and you may need to press the button 

1)

Applies only to rolling code systems

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Opening and closing

on the hand-held transmitter again during that

time.

– It may be necessary to synchronise the garage

door opener with the system after program-

ming. Note the instructions provided by the

manufacturer.

Information on universal receivers

If a universal receiver is installed, the system

must be programmed via “UR mode”.

– Switch the vehicle on.

– You can program the alternative mode in the

Car menu ðpage 26.

– After opening this menu, press and hold the

+

button.

– Select Yes, in UR-Mode and follow the instruc-

tions on the MMI.

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2 All-weather light .

Lights and vision

Exterior lights

Switching lights on and off

The front lights are adjusted automatically so

that you are not dazzled, for instance when driv-

ing on a wet road.

3 Rear fog light 

To avoid dazzling the traffic behind you, the rear

fog light should only be used in accordance with

country-specific regulations.

Information on the exterior lighting

– If the vehicle battery has been losing charge for

a while, the side lights or parking lights may be

switched off automatically. Avoid using the side

lights for long periods (several hours). Switch

the left or right parking lights on where appro-

priate.

Fig. 18 Driver's door: Light switch module

1 Light switch module 

– In cool or damp weather, the inside of the head-

lights, turn signals or rear lights can some-

times mist up, due to the temperature differ-

ence between the interior and exterior of the

car. They should clear again partially or com-

pletely soon after you switch on the headlights.

This has no influence on the life expectancy of

the vehicle lights.

Press 1 repeatedly until the desired lighting

function is selected. The selected function will be

displayed briefly in the instrument cluster. The

AUTO lighting function is selected automatically

when the vehicle is switched on.

– AUTO – The headlights are switched on auto-

matically according to the ambient light condi-

tions. On vehicles for some markets, the day-

time running lights, tail lights and number

plate light are switched on permanently.

–  – You can turn on the dipped headlights as

soon as you have switched the vehicle on.

–  – You can turn on the side lights at speeds

below 10 km/h.

– The driver is responsible for complying with the

relevant country-specific regulations when us-

ing the lights while driving and parking the ve-

hicle.

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

– OFF – You can switch all of the light functions

off at speeds below 10 km/h.





When the dipped headlights

or side lights

ðpage 132.

are switched on, the corresponding indicator

lamp will light up in the instrument cluster.

– The automatic headlights are only intended

to assist the driver. The driver must always

ensure that the headlights are used when

required, and may have to switch them on or

off manually, e.g. when the light conditions

or visibility are poor. For example, the light

sensors are not able to detect fog. There-

fore, you should always switch on the dip-

ped headlights  in these conditions and

when driving after dark.



When the side lights

are switched on and the

vehicle is switched off, a corresponding indicator

lamp will light up in the light switch module.

When the daytime running lights are activated,

only the front lights are switched on. On vehicles

for some markets, the rear lights are also switch-

ed on.

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Lights and vision

Using the turn signal and main beam lever

WARNING

The main beams can dazzle other road users.

Risk of accident! Never use the main beam

headlights or the headlight flasher if they

could dazzle other road users.

Switching the main beam assist on/off

The main beam assist automatically switches the

main beam headlights on or off depending on the

surrounding light conditions.

Fig. 19 Turn signal and main beam lever: Switching light

functions on/off

A camera (located in the mounting for the interi-

or mirror) detects light sources from other road

users. The main beams are activated/deactivated

automatically depending on the position of

vehicles on either side of the road, on the road

speed, and on other traffic and ambient condi-

tions.

Turn signals   and parking lights 

The turn signals will flash if you move the turn

signal and main beam lever while the vehicle is

switched on. The corresponding indicator lamp

 or  will flash. If you just tap the turn signal

and main beam lever, the turn signals will flash

three times (one-touch signalling).

On vehicles with matrix LED headlights, individu-

al segments of the main beam are activated or

deactivated. The relevant sector in front of the

vehicle is masked, while the surrounding areas

remain lit. The ambient surroundings are thus il-

luminated optimally without dazzling other road

users.

The parking lights will be switched on if you oper-

ate the lever with the vehicle switched off:

1 Turn signals/parking lights (right side)

2 Turn signals/parking lights (left side)

When the vehicle is switched off, you can switch

on the parking lights on both sides by switching

on the side lights  and locking the vehicle from

outside.

When using the lights, make sure you adhere to

the relevant country-specific regulations, for ex-

ample with regard to dazzling other road users.

As the driver you are always responsible for ad-

hering to the locally applicable laws and regula-

tions.

If one of the indicator lamps flashes twice as fast

as usual, a turn signal bulb has failed. Drive care-

fully to a qualified workshop without delay and

have the fault rectified.

Activating the main beam assist 

Important: The lights must be set to AUTO. The

main beam assist must be switched on in the ex-

terior lighting menu ðpage 55.

Main beams  and headlight flasher

►

Move the turn signal and main beam lever to

the appropriate position:

►

Briefly press the turn signal and main beam lev-

er forwards to activate the main beam assist.

The indicator lamp  will light up in the in-

strument cluster display and the main beams

will be activated/deactivated automatically.

The indicator lamp  is lit when the main

beams are partially or fully on.

3 Main beam headlights on

4 Main beam headlights off or headlight flasher

When the main beam headlights or the headlight

flasher  are switched on, a corresponding indi-

cator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.



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Activating/deactivating the main beams

manually

ture can only be used when the AUTO lighting

function is activated.

If the main beams are not activated/deactivated

as expected, you can do this manually:

Adjusting the settings for the exterior

lighting

►

Briefly press the turn signal and main beam lev-

er forwards to activate the main beams man-

ually. The indicator lamp  will light up.

Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to-

wards you to deactivate the main beams man-

ually. The main beam assist will be deactivated.

You can switch the exterior lighting functions

on/off or adjust the settings in the Car menu

ðpage 26. The available settings depend on the

country and the equipment fitted in the vehicle.

►

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, various

menu options may be available in the settings

menu .

Flashing the headlights

►

Pull the turn signal and main beam lever to-

wards you to flash the headlights. The main

beam assist function will remain activated if

the headlights were dipped.

Digital light signatures

You can choose between different light signa-

tures. Depending on the equipment fitted in the

vehicle, the light signature is always active in

conjunction with the daytime running lights

and/or the tail lights.

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

In some countries, when you change the light sig-

nature, the new light signature will not be ap-

plied until shortly after you leave the vehicle.

ðpage 132.

– The main beam assist is only intended to as-

sist the driver. It is always the driver who is

responsible for controlling the lights and

making adjustments according to the light

conditions and visibility.

The signatures displayed in the menu may differ

from those displayed in the lighting settings.

Main beam assist

You can switch the main beam assist on/off.

– The main beams can dazzle other road

users. Risk of accident! Never use the main

beam headlights or the headlight flasher if

they could dazzle other road users.

Entry and exit lights

The entry/exit lights illuminate the area around

the vehicle when the vehicle is unlocked or when

the driver's door is opened with the vehicle

switched off. The entry/exit lights are operational

in the dark when the lights are set to AUTO. The

headlights and tail lights are switched on auto-

matically every time the vehicle is unlocked, irre-

spective of the ambient light conditions.

Information on automatic light functions

Automatic headlight range control

Your vehicle is equipped with automatic head-

light range control. This prevents oncoming traf-

fic from being dazzled when your vehicle is heavi-

ly loaded. The headlight range is adjusted auto-

matically.

Communication lights

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, the com-

munication lights display light signatures via the

daytime running lights and the tail lights. A light

signature in the front daytime running lights and

the tail lights can indicate the status of automat-

ic parking. A warning signature can be shown in

Adaptive light

The adaptive light provides better visibility in the

dark. The light is adapted according to the road

characteristics, e.g. for motorways, major roads,

intersections and corners. The adaptive light fea-



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the tail lights if a hazardous situation is identi-

fied.

when the hazard warning lights are on. The haz-

ard warning lights will be interrupted temporari-

ly.

Dipped headlights - activation time

The hazard warning lights also work when the ve-

hicle is switched off.

You can set when the dipped headlights are acti-

vated. This changes the sensitivity of the light

sensor.

Driver messages about the exterior lighting

Headlight dip settings for driving at home

and abroad

If the indicator lamp  lights up, a bulb has

failed.

If you drive a right-hand drive vehicle in a left-

hand drive country, or vice versa, it is not neces-

sary to adjust the headlights, as they are de-

signed for use when driving on the left or right.

A driver message indicating the cause and possi-

ble remedy may appear for some of the displays.

To display the driver messages again, open the

notification centre on the centre display.

One exception to this is when you are driving on

motorways. In this case you should turn the light

switch to the dipped headlights setting  to

prevent oncoming traffic from being dazzled.

If a fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Switching the hazard warning lights on/off

 Adaptive light: fault. See owner's manual

The adaptive light feature is not working. The

dipped headlights will still be working normally.

Drive to a qualified workshop soon and have the

fault rectified.

 Headlight range control: fault. See owner's

manual

There is a malfunction in the headlight range

control which may cause other road users to be

dazzled. Drive to a qualified workshop without

delay and have the fault rectified.

Fig. 20 Centre console: Hazard warning lights

The hazard warning lights make other road users

aware of your vehicle in hazardous situations.

 Main beam assist: fault. See owner's manual

►

Press the  button 1 to switch the hazard

You can still switch the main beam headlights on

and off manually. Drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have the fault rectified.

warning lights on/off.

When the hazard warning lights are on, the indi-

cator lamps  and  both flash simultaneous-

 Main beam assist: currently unavailable.

Camera view restricted due to surroundings.

See owner's manual

ly.

If you brake hard at high speed, the brake lights

will flash and the hazard warning lights will come

on automatically

This message will appear if the camera view is

obstructed. The system will switch itself off. Try

switching the system on again later.

1)

.

You can use the turn signal and main beam levers

to indicate a change of direction (or lane) even



1)

This function is not available in all countries.

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Reading lights



Automatic headlights: fault. See owner's

manual

►

Briefly touch the surface 1 to turn the appro-

priate reading light on/off.

To dim the reading light, touch the surface

when the light is switched off, and hold your

finger on the surface until the desired bright-

ness level is reached.

The light sensor/rain sensor is out of action. For

safety reasons, the dipped headlights will then

be switched on permanently when the lights are

set to AUTO. Drive to a qualified workshop soon

and have the fault rectified.

►

1

On some versions, the reading lights are on the

side.

Interior lights

Switching the front interior lights on/off

Background lighting settings

The background lighting turns on when the vehi-

cle is switched on. The background lighting is de-

activated when the light function is OFF.

You can change the settings for the background

lighting in the Car menu ðpage 26.

Available settings:

– You can adjust the brightness and colour of the

background lighting individually for the linear

and surface lighting.

Fig. 21 Headliner: Interior lights

Buttons for interior lights

1  – Interior lights on/off

2  – Rear interior lights on/off

– You can also select from several defined colour

settings.

– You can set the linear and surface lighting to

change according to the Audi drive select

mode.

Touch-sensitive reading lights

►

Briefly touch the surface 3 to turn the appro-

Functional background lighting settings

priate reading light on/off.

►

To dim the reading light, touch the surface

3

The functional background lighting uses the line-

ar and surface lighting to indicate when certain

functions are activated and to provide warnings

about hazards. For example, it can show an acti-

vated turn signal or provide a warning if one of

the doors is open. The main component of this

lighting is a light strip at the bottom edge of the

windscreen.

when the light is switched off, and hold your

finger on the surface until the desired bright-

ness level is reached.

Switching the rear interior lights on/off

You can switch the functional background light-

ing on/off for certain functions and change the

brightness in the Car menu ðpage 26.

The functional background lighting is always

switched on for certain functions.

Fig. 22 Headliner: Rear reading lights

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Lights and vision

The vehicle stores the user’s last settings. When

you select reverse gear, an LED next to the sym-

bol for the mirror on the control panel will flash

to indicate that the automatic lowering function

is activated.

Adjusting the display brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the instrument

cluster and the displays in the Car menu

ðpage 26.

The mirror returns to its original position:

Clear vision

– If you switch the vehicle off.

Adjusting the exterior mirrors

– If you drive forwards faster than 15 km/h.

– If you switch the automatic lowering function

off by pressing the button again.

WARNING

Convex or wide-angle exterior mirrors give a

larger field of vision. However, they make ob-

jects look smaller and further away than they

really are. If you use these mirrors to estimate

the distance to vehicles behind you when

changing lane, you could misjudge the dis-

tance. Risk of accident!

Fig. 23 Driver's door: Control panel for exterior mirrors

The buttons for adjusting the exterior mirrors are

on the control panel in the driver's door.

CAUTION

/ – To select the exterior mirror (left or right

side). To adjust the mirror, press on the control

panel 1 in the desired direction.

– Applies to vehicles with electrically retracta-

ble exterior mirrors: If one of the mirror

housings is knocked out of position (e.g.

when parking), the mirrors must be fully re-

tracted with the electric control. You will

hear a loud noise when the mirrors snap

back into place. Do not readjust the mirror

housing by hand, as this will interfere with

the mirror adjuster function.

 – To fold in the exterior mirrors. To fold the

mirrors back out, press  again. One of the cen-

tre display settings allows you to control whether

or not the mirrors are folded in automatically

when you lock the vehicle.

 – To select the automatic lowering function.

– Applies to vehicles without electrically re-

tractable exterior mirrors: If one of the mir-

ror housings is knocked out of position (e.g.

when parking), it must be returned to its

proper position by hand.

If the electrical adjustment should fail to oper-

ate, both of the mirrors can be adjusted by hand

by lightly pressing the edge of the mirror glass.

Automatic lowering function

– Before washing the vehicle in an automatic

car wash, please make sure to retract the

exterior mirrors to prevent them from being

damaged. Do not fold electrically retracta-

ble exterior mirrors in or out by hand! Al-

ways use the electrical power control.

Select this function to obtain a better view of the

kerb, such as when reversing into a parking

space. The automatic lowering function can only

be activated when the vehicle is in reverse gear.

►

Press  to activate the automatic lowering

function.

Anti-dazzle setting

►

Select the left and/or right exterior mirror.

►

Adjust the mirror position using the control

Manual anti-dazzle interior mirror

panel if necessary.

►

Pull the lever at the bottom of the mirror to-

wards you.



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Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors

At low ambient temperatures, particularly below

freezing, the switching processes are delayed.

►

The interior and exterior mirrors will darken

when bright light (e.g. from the headlights of a

following vehicle) shines on the surface of the

interior mirror.

Setting the transparency

You can set the transparency of the individual

segments by pushing the  switch 1 .

The automatic anti-dazzle mirrors may not func-

tion as intended if the light falling on the surface

of the interior mirror is obstructed.

►

Automatic adjustment: Briefly push the switch

to the corresponding end position to change all

segments at once to either all let sunlight in or

all block it out. You can stop the automatic ad-

justment at any position by pressing the switch

again.

The automatic anti-dazzle mirrors do not darken

if the interior lighting is on or the car is in reverse

gear.

►

Manual adjustment: Push the switch to the cor-

WARNING

responding end position and hold it there until

the segments let sunlight in or block it out as

desired. You can stop the manual adjustment at

any position by letting go of the switch.

Electrolyte fluid can leak from a broken auto-

matic anti-dazzle mirror. This fluid can cause

irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory or-

gans. Wash thoroughly with clean water

should you come into contact with this fluid.

Seek medical assistance if necessary.

Selecting a defined transparency pattern

You can select one of the defined transparency

patterns by pressing the  switch 1 .

CAUTION

►

Press the switch to select a transparency pat-

tern or to change between the transparency

patterns.

Electrolyte fluid can leak from a broken auto-

matic anti-dazzle mirror. This fluid can dam-

age plastic surfaces and paintwork. Use a wet

sponge or similar to remove the fluid as soon

as possible.

Information on the sun visors

Operating the panoramic glass roof with

switchable transparency

Fig. 25 Headliner: Sun visor

Sun visors

The sun visors can be pulled out of their mount-

ings 1 and turned towards the doors.

Fig. 24 Headliner: Switch for panoramic glass roof with

switchable transparency

Make-up mirrors

The panoramic glass roof with switchable trans-

parency is divided into segments. You can adjust

the settings so that certain segments let sunlight

in or block it out. You can also select one of the

defined transparency patterns.

►

Slide the make-up mirror cover 2 to the side.

The mirror light will be switched on.

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be activated automatically in the rain. The higher

the sensitivity level for the rain sensor (i.e. the

further switch 6 is moved to the right), the

sooner the windscreen wipers react to moisture

on the windscreen. You can deactivate the rain

sensor mode in the Car menu ðpage 26 (this will

activate the intermittent wipe mode). In inter-

mittent wipe mode, you can adjust the interval

with switch 6 .

Using the side blinds

2 Slow wipe

3 Fast wipe

Fig. 26 Rear door: Side blind

4 Single wipe. If you hold the wiper lever in this

position, the wipers will switch from slow contin-

uous wiping to fast continuous wiping after a

while. Single wipe also works when the vehicle is

switched off.

►

Pull out the side blind on the rear door and

hook it into the retainer at the top of the door

frame.

Wipers

5 Wash/wipe . The number of wipe and extra-

wipe cycles depends on how long you hold the

wiper lever in position 5 .

Using the windscreen wipers

The windscreen is given an extra wipe a few sec-

onds later to remove any dribbles of water (if the

vehicle is moving). You can deactivate this func-

tion by moving the wiper lever to position

5

again within 10 seconds after the extra wipe. The

extra-wipe function is activated again the next

time you switch the vehicle on.

The headlight washer system only operates when

the dipped headlights are switched on. The head-

lights are also automatically washed intermit-

tently when you move the wiper lever to position

5 .

Fig. 27 Wiper lever: Windscreen wipers

7 Rear wipe . The frequency of the rear wiper

depends on the frequency of the windscreen wip-

ers.

If the windscreen wipers are on and in operation,

the rear window wiper will also be switched on

automatically when you engage reverse gear.

Fig. 28 Wiper lever: Rear window wiper

8 Rear wash/wipe . The number of wiper cy-

cles depends on how long you hold the wiper lev-

er in position 8 . The reversing camera is also

washed (depends on the vehicle’s equipment).

►

Move the windscreen wiper lever  to the ap-

propriate position:

0 Wipers off



1 Rain sensor/intermittent wipe. As long as the

vehicle has been moving faster than approx.

4 km/h at least once, the windscreen wipers will

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the windscreen wiper lever in position 4 until

the wipers have returned to their original posi-

tion, or drive faster than 12 km/h.

WARNING

– The rain sensor is only intended to assist the

driver. The driver is still obliged to manually

operate the windscreen wipers as required

depending on visibility.

You can also switch the wiper change position

on/off on the centre display:

►

Switch the windscreen wipers off (position

0

– Do not use water-repellent coatings on the

windscreen. In bad visibility conditions such

as light rain, low sun or when driving at

night these coatings can cause increased

dazzle, which is a serious safety hazard.

Such coatings can also cause the wiper

blades to judder.

ðpage 60, Fig. 27).

Select:  > Car > More > Wiper change posi-

tion.

►

Cleaning wiper blades

Important: The wipers must be in the wiper

change position.

CAUTION

►

Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.

►

Notes on cleaning ðtable on page 261.

– In icy conditions, check that the wiper

blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If

the wiper blades are frozen to the wind-

screen when you switch on the windscreen

wipers, this could damage the wiper blades.

– Switch the wipers off (wiper lever in position

0 ) before you use an automatic car wash.

This will avoid inadvertent triggering of the

wipers and possible damage to the wiper

system.

Changing wiper blades

Important: The wipers must be in the wiper

change position.

►

Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.

Keep hold of the wiper blade.

Press the release button 1 on the wiper blade.

Pull the wiper blade out of the mounting on the

►

wiper arm 2 .

►

Fit the new wiper blade into the mounting on

Cleaning/changing the windscreen wiper

blades

the wiper arm. You should hear it engage.

Fold the wiper arm back down onto the wind-

►

screen.

►

Switch off the wiper change function.

WARNING

Old or dirty wiper blades can impair the driv-

er's view – risk of accident! Clean the wiper

blades if they become dirty. Change the wiper

blades once or twice a year. You should also

change the wiper blades if they are no longer

able to provide a clear view that is safe for

driving, e.g. if the wiper blades become dam-

aged.

Fig. 29 Windscreen wipers: Changing wiper blades

Activating the wiper change position

Important: The bonnet must be closed.

CAUTION

►

Switch the vehicle off, move the windscreen

– The wipers must be in the wiper change po-

sition before they are lifted off the wind-

screen! Otherwise the wiper motor or the

paintwork on the bonnet may be damaged.

wiper lever to position 4 ðpage 60, Fig. 27

and hold it there until the wipers move into the

wiper change position.



►

To move the windscreen wipers back to their

original position, switch the vehicle on and hold

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– Never move your vehicle or operate the

windscreen wiper lever while the wiper arms

are off the glass in a raised position. The

wipers will otherwise automatically return

to their park position and may damage the

bonnet and windscreen.

A driver message indicating the cause and possi-

ble remedy may appear for some of the displays.

To display the driver messages again, open the

notification centre on the centre display. Try

switching the wipers on later or after the vehicle

is next switched on.

If a fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

Cleaning/changing the rear wiper blade

Fig. 30 Rear window wiper: Attaching the wiper blade

Cleaning the wiper blade

►

Lift the rear wiper arm away from the glass.

►

Notes on cleaning ðtable on page 261.

Taking off the wiper blade

►

Lift the rear wiper arm away from the glass.

►

Pull the wiper blade out of the retainer.

Fitting the wiper blade

►

Press the mounting on the wiper blade into the

retainer.

►

Fold the wiper arm back down onto the rear

window.

WARNING

Old or dirty wiper blades can impair the driv-

er's view – risk of accident! Clean the wiper

blades if they become dirty. Change the wiper

blades once or twice a year. You should also

change the wiper blades if they are no longer

able to provide a clear view that is safe for

driving, e.g. if the wiper blades become dam-

aged.

Driver messages about the wipers



If

is displayed in the event of a fault, the wip-

er functions are unavailable or restricted.

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cupants. The list is not complete, but will help to

make you aware of possible dangers which can be

avoided. Therefore, whenever the vehicle is mov-

ing:

Sitting correctly and

safely

Ensuring the correct

seating position

– Never stand up in the vehicle.

– Never stand on the seats.

Safety information on seating positions

– Never kneel on the seats.

As the driver, you are responsible for ensuring

that all vehicle occupants are sitting in the cor-

rect position and that they stay in this position

for the entire journey. Ensure that:

– Never travel with the backrest reclined too far.

– Never lean against the dash panel.

– Never lie down on the rear seat.

– Never sit on the front edge of a seat.

– Never sit sideways.

– Every vehicle occupant has adjusted their seat

correctly ðpage 63.

– Never lean out of the window.

– Never put your feet out of the window.

– Never put your feet on the dash panel.

– Never put your feet on the seat cushion.

– Never ride in the footwell.

– The steering wheel is set correctly ðpage 66.

– The mirrors have been adjusted so that you

have a good view of the surrounding area

ðpage 58.

– Never sit on the armrests.

– Every vehicle occupant has adjusted their head

restraint correctly ðpage 67.

– Never travel on a seat without wearing the seat

belt.

– Every vehicle occupant has fastened their seat

belt correctly ðpage 68.

– Never climb into the luggage compartment.

– Applies to vehicles with deactivation switch for

front passenger’s airbag: The front passenger’s

airbag is activated or deactivated as appropri-

ate for the person occupying the front passeng-

er’s seat ðpage 75.

WARNING

Sitting out of position, not wearing a seat belt

or being too close to the airbag exposes the

occupants to potentially fatal injuries if, for

instance, the airbags inflate and strike an oc-

cupant who is not seated in one of the proper

positions. Please note the important informa-

tion and safety precautions in the correspond-

ing chapters on the subjects above.

– Any children are correctly secured in a suitable

child restraint system on an appropriate seat

ðpage 76. Please read the important safety

information about the use of child restraint sys-

tems on the front passenger’s seat ð in

Safety information on child restraint systems

on page 76.

Front seats

If physical factors prevent you from being able to

assume a correct seating position, please contact

a qualified automotive specialist.

Safety information on the front seats

Ensure that:

Examples of incorrect seating positions

– You can press the pedals down completely with

your legs still slightly bent.

Seat belts can only provide maximum protection

if the belt webbing is positioned correctly. Sitting

out of position greatly reduces the effectiveness

of the seat belts and increases the risk of injury

since the belt webbing is not worn in the position

for which it is designed.

– Your torso is at least 25 cm away from the

steering wheel/dashboard.

– Your knees are at least 10 cm away from the

dashboard.

– Your thighs are resting lightly on the front of

the seat cushion.

The list below contains examples of incorrect po-

sitions which can be dangerous to all vehicle oc-

– The backrest is in an upright position and

makes full contact with your back.

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– You have a good view of your surroundings.

– You have an unobstructed view of the instru-

ment cluster, warning/indicator lamps and

head-up display.

– The electric front seat adjustment also

works when the vehicle is off. To avoid inju-

ries, never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

Use only one control at a time to adjust the seat.

CAUTION

WARNING

Take care when adjusting the seat to ensure

the head restraint does not collide with the

headliner or sunroof (if fitted). This could

cause damage.

– If you are too close to the steering wheel/

dash panel, the airbag system cannot pro-

tect you correctly – risk of severe or fatal in-

jury!

– To reduce the risk of injury to the driver in

the case of sudden braking or an accident,

you should never drive with the backrest re-

clined. The airbag system and seat belts can

only provide proper protection when the

backrest is in an upright position and the

driver is wearing the seat belt in the correct

position. If the backrest is reclined too far,

the seat belt may slide away from harder

body parts towards softer areas such as the

stomach – risk of injury!

Manual adjustment of front seats

Fig. 31 Front seat: Adjuster controls

– Never adjust the seats when the vehicle is

moving – this could lead to an accident.

– Be careful when adjusting the seats. Care-

less use of the seat adjustment controls can

cause injuries to both the front seat and rear

seat occupants.

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

Adjusting the seat position

►

To move the seat forwards/backwards, pull the

– Never place objects in the driver's footwell.

Such objects could move under the pedals

and interfere with their proper function. In

the event of sudden braking or a change of

direction, you would not be able to use the

pedals. This could result in a loss of control

and possibly cause an accident.

lever 1 and move the seat.

To move the seat upwards/downwards, pull/

press the lever 2 .

►

Adjusting the backrest

►

To move the backrest forwards/backwards, turn

the knob 3 .

– Always make sure that the floor mats are

properly secured.

Adjusting the thigh support

– Never lay additional floor mats or other

floor coverings over the existing floor mats;

this would restrict the pedal area and possi-

bly obstruct the pedals, which could cause

an accident.

►

To move the thigh support in or out, lift the

handle 4 and slide it in either direction.

Adjusting the seat cushion angle

►

To adjust the angle of the seat cushion, pull/

– Never place your feet on the dashboard, out

of the windows or on the seat, as this could

lead to injury. This also applies to the rear

seat occupants.

press the lever 5 .

Adjusting the lumbar support

►

To adjust the lumbar support, press one of the

four direction buttons 6 .

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Electric adjustment of front seats

Using the massage function on the front

seat

►

Press the  button on the front seat to switch

the massage function on/off.

The Massage menu will be displayed.

►

Other functions may be available depending on

the vehicle’s equipment and can be operated

via the MMI.

The massage function switches off automatically

after 10 minutes.

Fig. 32 Front seat: Buttons for seat adjustment

The basic settings can be adjusted using the but-

tons.

Using the elevated entry function

The elevated entry function gives improved ac-

cess to the vehicle.

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

You can switch the elevated entry function on/off

Adjusting the seat position

or adjust the settings in the Car menu ðpage 26.

►

To move the seat forwards/backwards, push

Information on the front centre armrest

button 1 forwards/backwards.

►

To move the seat up/down, press the rear area

The front centre armrest is located between the

front seats.

of button 1 upwards/downwards.

To tilt the seat cushion, press the front area of

►

button 1 upwards/downwards.

Adjusting the centre armrest

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

Adjusting the backrest

►

To move the backrest forwards/backwards,

►

press button 2 forwards/backwards.

Lift the centre armrest to move it out of its ini-

tial position. Depending on the vehicle’s equip-

ment, press the button.

Adjusting the lumbar support

►

To adjust the lumbar support, press one of the

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, press

four direction buttons 3 .

and hold the button to close the centre arm-

rest.

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, to ad-

Massage function

►

Press button 4 to switch the massage function

on/off.

just the angle, press and hold the button and

move the centre armrest to the desired posi-

tion.

►

Fold the centre armrest down to return it to its

initial position. Depending on the vehicle’s

equipment, press and hold the button.

Seat functions

Seat settings on the MMI

You can use the MMI to adjust further seat set-

tings and switch functions on/off.

WARNING

– In certain positions, the centre armrest may

limit the movement of the driver’s arms –

risk of injury!

►

Select:  > Car > Seats.

The settings can be operated via the MMI. Which

settings are available depends on the vehicle’s

equipment.

– Applies to centre armrest with button:

Loose objects can be flung around in the

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The settings can be operated via the MMI. Which

settings are available depends on the vehicle’s

equipment.

passenger compartment in the event of sud-

den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of

accident! Stow objects away safely while the

vehicle is moving.

Steering wheel

Safety information on the steering wheel

Ensure that:

Using the memory function

Introduction

The memory function enables you to store and

call up seat profiles. Depending on the vehicle’s

equipment, you may be able to store various set-

tings in the seat profiles, such as the position of

the driver’s seat and the exterior mirrors.

– Your torso is at least 25 cm away from the

steering wheel.

– Your arms are bent slightly at the elbows.

– You have a good view of your surroundings and

can see the instrument cluster and head-up dis-

play at all times.

The memory function buttons are located in the

door trim.

– You always hold the steering wheel with both

hands on the outside of the rim at about the 9

o'clock and 3 o'clock position while driving.

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

WARNING

Storing seat profile

– Before setting off, make sure that the steer-

ing wheel is correctly adjusted and that it

cannot slip out of the engaged position –

risk of accident!

SET

►

Press the

button. When the LED in the

button lights up, a seat profile can be stored.

Press one of the numbered recall buttons. A

tone will sound to confirm that the settings

have been stored.

►

– If you are too close to the steering wheel,

the driver airbag cannot protect you correct-

ly – risk of severe or fatal injury!

Calling up seat profile

►

– Never hold the steering wheel at the 12

o'clock position, or with your hands inside

the rim or on the steering wheel hub. This

could result in serious injuries to the arms,

hands and head if the driver's airbag in-

flates.

Press one of the numbered recall buttons and

follow any instructions given by the system.

WARNING

– For safety reasons, never recall seat settings

when the vehicle is moving – this could lead

to an accident.

Adjusting the steering wheel position

(manual adjustment)

– To avoid injuries (such as trapping fingers),

the recall function can be stopped at any

time by pressing the seat adjustment but-

ton in the door/on the display for the rele-

vant seat – risk of injury!

Operating backrest bolster adjuster

You can use the MMI to adjust the backrest bol-

ster adjusters and switch functions on/off.

►

Select:  > Car > Seats.

Fig. 33 Steering column: Lever for adjusting the steering

wheel position

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The height and reach of the steering wheel can

be adjusted.

Head restraints

Safety information on the head restraints

►

Pull the lever in the direction indicated (arrow).

►

Move the steering wheel to the desired posi-

tion.

►

Push the lever all the way up until the catch en-

gages.

WARNING

– Adjust the position of the steering wheel on-

ly before driving off – risk of accident!

– Press the lever upwards so it is secure and

so that the position of the steering wheel

cannot shift unexpectedly while the vehicle

is moving – risk of accident!

Fig. 35 Correctly adjusted head restraint

Ensure that:

– The top of the head restraint is level with the

top of your head.

Adjusting the steering wheel position

(electric adjustment)

– The head restraint is as close as possible to the

back of your head.

– The head restraints on any occupied rear seats

are pulled all the way up.

WARNING

– There is a head restraint for every seat. It is

very important that all vehicle occupants ad-

just their head restraint correctly before ev-

ery trip. Incorrectly adjusted head restraints

can increase the risk of neck injuries in an

accident or during sudden or unexpected

braking or other manoeuvres.

Fig. 34 Steering column: Button for adjusting the steering

wheel position

– Remove the rear head restraints only if this

is necessary in order to attach a child re-

straint system ðpage 76. Store head re-

straints securely if you remove them, e.g. in

the luggage compartment. Install the head

restraint again immediately after removing

the child restraint system. Travelling with

the head restraints removed increases the

risk of severe neck injuries.

The height and reach of the steering wheel can

be adjusted electrically to suit the driver.

►

To adjust the steering wheel in the desired di-

rection, press the corresponding point on the

switch.

The steering wheel can be adjusted even when

the vehicle is switched off.

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lease the button and slide the head restraint

further until you feel it click into place.

Adjusting the front head restraints

Removing/installing rear head restraints

Fig. 36 Front seat: Adjusting head restraint

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

Fig. 38 Rear seat: Removing/installing head restraint

►

To move the head restraint forwards, adjust the

Removing head restraint

position of the head restraint until you feel it

click into place.

To raise or lower the head restraint or move it

Important: On vehicles with folding backrest, the

backrest must be folded down.

►

backwards, press the side button and move the

head restraint in the desired direction. Release

the button and slide the head restraint further

until you feel it click into place.

►

Raise the head restraint as far as it will go.

Press the buttons 1 and 2 at the same time

and pull the head restraint out of the backrest

►

ð

in Safety information on the head re-

straints on page 67.

Adjusting the rear head restraints

Installing head restraint

Important: On vehicles with folding backrest, the

backrest must be folded down.

►

Push the posts of the head restraint into the

guides until you feel them click into place.

►

Press the button 1 and push the head restraint

all the way down. It should no longer be possi-

ble to remove the head restraint from the back-

rest without pressing the button.

Fig. 37 Rear seat: Adjusting head restraint

Seat belts

The settings depend on the equipment fitted in

your vehicle.

Safety information on the seat belts

►

To raise the centre head restraint, adjust the

position of the head restraint until you feel it

click into place.

To raise the outer head restraint, press the but-

ton 1 and move the head restraint. Release

the button and slide the head restraint further

until you feel it click into place.

To lower the head restraint, press the button

and move the head restraint downwards. Re-

Every seat is equipped with a three-point seat

belt. When worn correctly, seat belts are the

most effective way to reduce the risk of serious or

fatal injuries in an accident. You should therefore

always wear your seat belt correctly and you

should also ensure that all vehicle occupants are

wearing their seat belts correctly while the vehi-

cle is moving.

►

1

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Although the vehicle is equipped with an airbag

system, every vehicle occupant must still wear a

seat belt. In addition to their normal function of

protecting the vehicle occupants in a collision,

the seat belts also hold them in a position where

the airbags can inflate properly and provide max-

imum protection. Seat belts offer protection in

accidents in which no airbags are triggered or

where they have already been triggered.

aged, the belt must be replaced by a quali-

fied workshop.

– The seat belts must not be removed or

modified in any way. Do not attempt to re-

pair a damaged belt yourself.

– Seat belts which have been worn in an acci-

dent must be replaced by a qualified work-

shop.

Information on the correct positioning of

seat belts

WARNING

The risk of severe or fatal injury is increased if

the seat belt is worn incorrectly or not at all,

or if it is damaged.

– All vehicle occupants (including the driver)

must put their seat belt on correctly before

every trip and must always keep it on while

the vehicle is moving, regardless of whether

the seat is equipped with an airbag or not.

This also applies to children who are being

secured in a child restraint system appropri-

ate to their height, weight and age using the

seat belt.

Fig. 39 Positioning seat belts over lap/shoulder

– In the event of an accident, anyone not

wearing a seat belt will be thrown around in

the vehicle and make violent contact with

the steering wheel, dashboard, windscreen,

doors, etc. They could even be thrown out of

the vehicle. Rear passengers not wearing

seat belts endanger not only themselves but

also the other occupants.

– Never allow passengers to share the same

seat belt. Never secure more than one per-

son (including small children) with the same

seat belt.

Fig. 40 Positioning seat belts during pregnancy

Seat belts must always be worn correctly in order

to provide the best possible protection in the

event of an accident and to reduce the risk of se-

rious or fatal injuries. Correctly worn seat belts

also hold the vehicle occupants in position in

such a way that the airbags provide maximum

protection if they are triggered. For this reason,

it is essential that you always fasten your seat

belt and ensure that it is worn correctly ðFig. 39.

– Never travel with children or babies on your

lap and never share the same seat belt.

– To ensure that the seat belt is fully effective,

the latch plate must always be engaged in

the correct buckle for a particular seat.

– To ensure that the seat belts can provide

maximum protection, all vehicle occupants

must be seated in the correct seating posi-

tion ðpage 63.

Make sure that you are wearing your seat belt

correctly by checking the following points:

– Check the condition of the seat belts at reg-

ular intervals ðpage 261. If you notice that

the belt webbing, fittings, retractor mecha-

nism or buckle of any of the belts is dam-

– The lap belt section of the seat belt should be

worn tightly across the hips.

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– The shoulder section of the seat belt should be

fitted across the centre of the shoulder.

– The seat belt must always make firm and even

contact with the body.

– Loose, bulky clothing (such as an overcoat

over a jacket) impairs the proper fit and

function of the belts.

– Do not wear the belt over hard or fragile ob-

jects (such as glasses or pens, etc.).

– During pregnancy, women must wear the

lap belt section of the seat belt as low as

possible across the hips and underneath the

rounded stomach.

At all times during pregnancy, women must wear

the seat belt so that it runs evenly across the

chest and as low as possible over the hips; the

belt must make even contact so that there is no

pressure on the stomach ðFig. 40.

CAUTION

WARNING

Make sure that no velcro fasteners or sharp

objects, such as zip fasteners or rivets on

clothing, are in the way of the seat belt while

you are wearing it; otherwise the seat belt

could be damaged.

Wearing a seat belt incorrectly may result in

serious injuries in the event of an accident or

under sudden braking or manoeuvres.

– Never travel in a moving vehicle with the

backrest reclined. The further the backrest

is tilted back, the greater the risk of injury

due to incorrect positioning of the seat belt.

– The seat belt itself or a loose seat belt can

cause serious injuries if it slides away from

harder body parts towards softer areas such

as the stomach.

Fastening/unfastening the seat belt

– The shoulder section of the seat belt should

be fitted across the centre of the shoulder

and torso and never under the arm, behind

the back or over the neck or face.

– The lap belt section of the seat belt must be

worn tightly across the hips, and never over

the stomach or abdomen.

Fig. 41 Latch plate and buckle

– The seat belt must make firm and even con-

tact with the upper body and hips.

– Do not allow the seat belt to become twis-

ted or jammed, or to rub on any sharp

edges.

– The protection offered by the seat belt in an

accident is reduced if the height of the belt

is not correctly adjusted or if the seat belt is

not properly positioned. Make sure that the

seat belts are properly positioned and the

height correctly adjusted to suit the vehicle

occupants.

Fig. 42 The latch plate of the belt springs out of the buck-

le

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 68.

– Seat belts worn too loose can result in inju-

ries because they allow excessive forward

movement in a crash; the occupant will be

brought to a sudden stop by the belt web-

bing.

Fastening the seat belt

►

To fasten the belt, take hold of the latch plate

and pull it slowly across your chest and lap.

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►

Insert the latch plate into the buckle for the ap-

propriate seat and push it down until it is

securely locked with an audible click ðFig. 41.

Pull the belt to check that it is now securely fas-

tened.

After adjusting, pull the shoulder belt sharply

to check that the catch on the guide fitting is

engaged securely.

It is also possible to adjust the height of the front

seats to obtain the best position for the front

seat belts.

Unfastening the seat belt

►

Press the red button in the seat belt buckle

Information on belt retractors

ðFig. 42. The latch plate is released and

springs out.

Guide the belt back by hand so that it is taken

up more easily.

The seat belts are equipped with automatic belt

retractors. The retractor system gives complete

freedom of movement, as long as the pull on the

belt is slow. Hard braking locks the belt. The belt

will also lock when you accelerate, drive up or

down a steep hill or corner sharply.

►

Overview of seat belt warning and indicator

lamps

 – If the warning lamp lights up/flashes, one

of the seat belts is not fastened/was unfastened

during driving. Audible warning signals may also

be given.

Information on belt force limiters

Seat belts with belt force limiters reduce the

forces acting on the body from the seat belts

themselves in an accident.

The status of the rear seat belts is also moni-

tored by the following indicator lamps:

Information on seat belt retraction

 – If the indicator lamp lights up, the corre-

sponding rear seat is not occupied.

After the seat belt is unbuckled, it is rolled up by

an electric motor in the reversible belt tensioner.

 – If the indicator lamp lights up, the rear seat

belt has been fastened.

Information on belt tensioners

Reversible belt tensioners

Adjusting seat belt height

Seat belts with reversible belt tensioners may be

tightened after you drive off or in certain driving

situations. This is done if the belt is too loose and

needs to be taken up in order to lie more tightly

against the body.

Irreversible (pyrotechnic) belt tensioners

Seat belts with pyrotechnic belt tensioners may

be tensioned automatically in certain types of

collision. This helps to reduce the forward mo-

tion of the occupants. Some smoke may be re-

leased when the pyrotechnic belt tensioners are

activated. This does not mean there is a fire in

the vehicle.

Fig. 43 Belt height adjustment for the front seats: guide

fitting

►

To move the seat belt higher, slide the guide fit-

ting 2 upwards.

►

To move the seat belt lower, squeeze the re-

lease mechanism 1 and slide the guide fitting

2 downwards.

WARNING

The pyrotechnic system can only be activated

once. If the pyrotechnic belt tensioners have

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been activated at any time, the system must

be replaced by a qualified workshop.

the pockets. This could otherwise interfere

with the effectiveness of the head-protec-

tion airbags.

– If you intend to fit protective covers over the

seats, these must be of the specific type ap-

proved for use on Audi seats with side air-

bags. The side airbags inflate from the back-

rest and the protection they provide would

otherwise be seriously impaired.

Airbag system

Safety information on the airbag system

WARNING

– If you do not wear a seat belt or sit in the

correct position, or if you are seated too

close to the airbag system, you will not be

fully protected by the airbag system. This

puts you at risk of serious or fatal injury. En-

sure that all occupants are seated in the cor-

rect position with their seat belts fastened

ðpage 63. This applies regardless of wheth-

er the seat is equipped with an airbag or

not.

– Any damage to the original seat upholstery

in the area from which the airbags inflate

must be repaired immediately by a qualified

workshop.

– Components of the airbag system are loca-

ted in various parts of the vehicle. Improper

servicing or repairs to the vehicle can cause

damage to parts of the airbag system or

prevent the airbags from working properly.

As a result, the airbags may not inflate cor-

rectly or may not be triggered at all in an ac-

cident situation, putting the occupants at

risk of serious or fatal injury. Have any re-

pairs or modifications to the vehicle carried

out by a qualified workshop.

– If you are travelling with children, please

note the information and safety precautions

ðpage 76.

– Never place your feet on the dashboard, on

the centre armrest, out of the windows or

on the seat. To ensure that the airbag sys-

tems can open without obstructions, never

lean forwards, learn over the centre arm-

rest, or lean on the door or the side window.

You could otherwise sustain potentially fatal

injuries if the airbags are triggered.

– The airbag system can only be activated

once; after it has been triggered, have the

airbag system replaced by a qualified work-

shop without delay.

– The airbag may release a fine dust when it is

triggered. This is quite normal and does not

mean there is a fire in the vehicle. The fine

dust can irritate the skin and eyes and/or

cause breathing issues, particularly in per-

sons who suffer or have suffered from asth-

ma or other breathing issues. Get out of the

vehicle or open the windows or doors to

breathe in fresh air.

– Persons, pets or objects positioned between

the airbag system and the occupant will pre-

vent the airbag system from inflating prop-

erly and could be catapulted through the ve-

hicle cabin – risk of serious or fatal injury.

Ensure that there are no objects between

the vehicle occupants and the airbag sys-

tem. Never secure or carry objects in the

area of inflation of the airbag systems, in

particular around the steering wheel, on the

dashboard, against the doors, on the win-

dows, on the centre armrest and in the foot-

well.

– If you intend to fit protective covers over the

seats, these must be of the specific type ap-

proved for use on Audi seats with centre air-

bags. The centre armrest must remain

closed while the vehicle is in motion. The

centre front airbag inflates from the driver’s

seat backrest and the protection it provides

would otherwise be seriously impaired.

– As the driver, it is your responsibility to en-

sure that you and your passengers do not

hold any devices connected with the vehicle

– Never apply stickers or other coverings to

the airbag system covers.

– The built-in coat hooks should only be used

for lightweight clothing. Do not use clothes

hangers to hang up clothing. Do not leave

any heavy, fragile or sharp-edged objects in

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(including control units, sensors and wiring) and

belt tensioners. It lights up for a few seconds

when you switch the vehicle on.

(e.g. smartphone, controller) in front of

your torsos or heads when sitting in a seat

which is protected by an active airbag sys-

tem.

If the indicator lamp does not light up when you

switch the vehicle on, if it does not go out after a

few seconds, or if it lights up or flashes while you

are driving, there is a fault in one of the safety

systems. Drive to a qualified workshop without

delay and have the fault rectified.

Further safety information on airbag

system for Republic of Korea

WARNING

Have the fault in the safety systems examined

without delay; otherwise the systems may fail

to trigger in an accident – this could result in

serious or possibly fatal injury.

Fig. 44 Further safety information on airbag system for

Republic of Korea

Overview of indicator lamps for safety

systems

The indicator lamp  in the instrument cluster

monitors the safety systems such as the airbags

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Overview of airbags

Fig. 45 Overview of airbags (inflation area after airbags are triggered)

The locations of the airbags are marked with the

word “AIRBAG”. The following airbags are fitted

in your vehicle:

It is not possible to define the exact triggering re-

sponse of the airbag system in all possible situa-

tions, since the circumstances in different types

of accident will vary considerably. Important fac-

tors include, for example, the nature (hard or

soft) of the object which the car hits, the angle of

impact, vehicle speed and so on. Whether the air-

bags are triggered depends primarily on the vehi-

cle deceleration rate resulting from the collision.

By processing the signals from the sensors loca-

ted in the vehicle, the electronic control unit is

immediately able to evaluate the severity of the

collision and activate the restraint systems ac-

cordingly. If the deceleration rate is below the

predefined reference value in the control unit the

airbags will not be triggered, even though the ac-

cident may cause extensive damage to the car. In

these situations, the occupants are restrained by

the correctly fastened seat belts.

1

2

3

Driver's airbag

Front passenger's airbag

Front side airbags and rear side airbags (op-

tional)

4

5

Head-protection airbags

Centre front airbag (if applicable)

The airbags in your vehicle provide the greatest

possible protection in accident situations when

passengers are seated in the correct position

with their seat belts properly fastened. Airbags

are a supplementary restraint system; they are

not a substitute for seat belts.

How the airbags work

The airbags may be triggered in accidents affect-

ing the front or side areas of the vehicle or in

which the vehicle overturns.

When an airbag is triggered, it is filled with gas.

This causes the relevant airbag cover panel to

break off. The airbag then opens into its deploy-

ment zone in milliseconds, with significant force. 

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►

As the seat belt-restrained occupants move in the

direction of the impact, the inflated airbags slow

their movement, thereby helping to protect e.g.

the head, torso and pelvis. Nonetheless, the pos-

sibility cannot be ruled out completely that an

airbag might cause injury when triggered.

To deactivate the front passenger's airbag, turn

OFF

the key to the

position in the key-operated

switch ðFig. 46. The indicator lamp

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  will light up

and remain lit.

►

To reactivate the front passenger's airbag, turn

ON

the key to the

position. The indicator lamp

The airbag system works when the vehicle is

switched on.

PASSENGER AIR BAG ON  will light up

briefly.

Deactivating the front passenger's airbag

WARNING

– A child in a rearward-facing child restraint

system on the front passenger’s seat could

suffer a severe impact if the front passeng-

er’s airbag were to deploy – risk of severe or

fatal injury! Always secure any child re-

straint systems to the rear seats. If you have

no other alternative than to use a rearward-

facing child restraint system on the front

passenger’s seat, always check while driving

that PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  re-

mains lit at all times.

Fig. 46 Glove box: Key-operated switch for deactivating

front passenger's airbag

– Adults travelling on the front passenger’s

seat will not be protected by the front pas-

senger’s airbag if it is deactivated – risk of

severe or fatal injury! In this case, while driv-

ing, always check that

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF is not lit.

Fig. 47 Headliner: Indicator lamp for status of front pas-

senger’s airbag

It is the driver's responsibility to ensure that the

key-operated switch is set to the correct position.

If you have no other alternative than to use a

rearward-facing child restraint system on the

front passenger's seat, always switch the front

passenger’s airbag off ðpage 77. If you have

deactivated the front passenger's airbag, reacti-

vate it as soon as the child restraint system is no

longer needed so that the airbag can continue to

give the required protection.

►

Take out the emergency key ðpage 41 or take

the glove box key out of the glove box.

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Child restraint systems

– Children and babies must NEVER travel on

another occupant’s lap.

Safety information on child restraint

systems

– Never allow more than one child to occupy

one child restraint system.

– Never leave a child without supervision in a

child restraint system.

– Never allow a child to travel unrestrained in

the vehicle or to stand up or kneel on a seat

while the car is moving. In an accident, the

child could be catapulted through the car,

potentially causing fatal injuries to itself

and other occupants.

– If children are out of position when the car is

moving, they are at greater risk of injury

during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in an

accident. This applies in particular if the

child is travelling on the front passenger’s

seat, or if the child’s head is near the open-

ing for the side airbag when the airbag sys-

tem is triggered in an accident. This incor-

rect seating position can result in serious or

even fatal injury.

Fig. 48 Passenger's sun visor: Airbag sticker

– Make sure there is sufficient clearance in

front of the child sitting in the child re-

straint system. If necessary, adjust the seat

position and backrest angle of the front seat

in front of the child restraint system. If nec-

essary, adjust the seat position and backrest

angle of the rear seat to which the child re-

straint system will be attached.

Fig. 49 Passenger's sun visor: Airbag sticker for Taiwan

When installing and using child restraint sys-

tems, always observe the information in the

Owner’s Manual, the applicable country-specific

regulations and the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the child restraint system.

– The back of any forward-facing child re-

straint system must be flush with the back-

rest of the vehicle seat. Adjust or remove

the head restraint if it hinders installation.

Install the head restraint again immediately

after removing the child restraint system.

– Always make sure that the backrest of the

seat carrying the child restraint system is

properly engaged and that it cannot move

forwards. Otherwise the backrest could be

moved forwards, together with the child re-

straint system attached to it, in the event of

an accident or other emergency.

WARNING

To avoid serious or fatal injury, children travel-

ling in the vehicle must always be protected

with child restraint systems appropriate to

their height, weight and age.

– Children under 1.50 m tall or younger than

12 must not travel in the vehicle without a

suitable child restraint system. Please ob-

serve any other applicable regulations in the

country in which you are travelling.

– Improperly secured child restraint systems

in the vehicle can lead to serious or fatal in-

juries in the event of an accident. Always se-

cure the child restraint system according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.

– No anchorages are provided in the vehicle

for child seats which need to be secured ad-

ditionally with restraint systems such as a

lower tether. Do not secure any additional

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restraint systems to the front seats, for ex-

ample to the backrest or seat rail.

child restraint system. If

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  still does

not light up, the front passenger’s seat

must not be used. Drive to a qualified

workshop and have the airbag system

checked.

– NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint

on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in

front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the

CHILD can occur.

– If you need to use a forward-facing child re-

straint system on the front passenger’s

seat, move the front passenger's seat all the

way back so that it is as far away from the

front passenger's airbag as possible. Before

doing so, you should ensure that there is

nothing blocking the adjustment area. A

child in a child restraint system on the front

passenger’s seat could suffer a severe im-

pact if the front passenger’s airbag were to

deploy – risk of severe or fatal injury!

– Always replace the child restraint system

with a new one after an accident as damage

not externally visible may have occurred.

– The child restraint system must always be

properly secured, even when it is unoccu-

pied; otherwise it could be flung through

the cabin during sudden braking or in the

event of an accident.

– Applies to vehicles on which the front pas-

senger's airbag cannot be deactivated: Do

NOT use a rearward-facing child restraint

system on the front passenger's seat.

– Applies to vehicles with deactivation

switch for front passenger's airbag: Do

NOT use a rearward-facing child restraint

system on the front passenger's seat while

the front passenger's airbag is active. If

you have no other alternative than to use a

child restraint system on the front pas-

senger’s seat, the front passenger’s airbag

must be deactivated. In this case, while

driving, always check that

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF remains

lit at all times. If

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF  does not

light up, remove the child restraint system

and re-install it according to the instruc-

tions provided by the manufacturer of the

Information on the right place to seat children

In exceptional cases: children on the front

passenger’s seat

Children should always be protected with child

restraint systems appropriate to their height,

weight and age.

Always observe the relevant country-specific reg-

ulations regarding whether a child restraint sys-

tem may be used on the front passenger’s seat in

exceptional circumstances. A child restraint sys-

tem must not be used on the front passenger’s

seat if this is prohibited by the relevant country-

specific regulations. If the relevant country-spe-

cific regulations allow the use of a child restraint

system on the front passenger’s seat, check the

tables ðtable on page 78 to see whether your

system can be secured on the front passenger’s

seat in the vehicle.

Audi recommends child restraint systems from

the range of Audi Genuine Accessories.

You can secure child restraint systems in your ve-

hicle using the ISOFIX retaining rings or the seat

belts. You can also secure child restraint systems

to the top tether anchorages.

Always seat children on the rear seats

Accident statistics show that the rear seats are

the safest place for children to sit. Children

should always be seated in an appropriate child

restraint system on the rear seats approved for

these systems.

If your child restraint system complies with the

relevant country-specific regulations and is suita-

ble for use on the front passenger’s seat of your

vehicle, please note the following:

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Applies to: rearward-facing child restraint systems

Applies to: forward-facing child restraint systems

– Vehicles without deactivation switch for front

– Move the front passenger's seat all the way

passenger’s airbag: Use on the front passeng-

er’s seat is not permitted.

back so that it is as far away from the front pas-

senger's airbag as possible. Before doing so,

you should ensure that there is nothing block-

ing the adjustment area.

– Vehicles with deactivation switch for front pas-

senger’s airbag: The front passenger’s airbag

must be deactivated ðpage 75.

Seats suitable for the attachment of child restraint systems

Child restraint system Rear seats

Centre

a)

Front passenger's seat

b)

Size category

Orientation

Outer

Front pas-

senger's air-

bag on

Front pas-

senger's air-

bag off

Category 0:

45-75 cm

up to 10 kg

Rearward fac-

ing

U/I

U

X

U/I

Category 0+:

45-87 cm

up to 13 kg

Rearward fac-

ing

Rearward fac-

ing

Category 1:

61-105 cm

9–18 kg

U/I

U

X

U/I

Forward facing

Category 2:

100-135 cm

15-25 kg

Forward facing

U/I

U

U/I

Category 3:

125-150 cm

22-36 kg

Forward facing

Rearward fac-

ing

X

U/I

i-Size child re-

straint system

U/I

X

Forward facing

U/I

Booster child re-

straint system

Forward facing

a)

If you fit a child restraint system on the front passenger seat, adjust the height and longitudinal position of the seat and the

angle of the backrest as necessary. When attaching a child restraint system with the seat belt, move the front passenger’s

seat as far upwards as possible.

b)

Seat not suitable for the attachment of a child restraint system with a support leg.

– Size category: The size category specifies the

weight or height range for which the child re-

straint system is approved. The size category of

the child restraint system is specified on the

ECE approval label.

– X: Seat not suitable for the attachment of a

child restraint system.

– None of the seats are suitable for side-facing

child restraint systems (L1/L2) or child re-

straint systems with lower tethers.



– I: Seat suitable for the attachment of an ISOFIX

child restraint system.

– U: Seat suitable for the attachment of a child

restraint system using the vehicle’s seat belt.

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Size categories and corresponding ISOFIX

classes

Size category

Category 0

Category 0+

Category 1

ISOFIX class

ISO R1

ISO R1/R2/R3

ISO R2/R3 (rearward

facing)

ISO F2/F2X/F3 (for-

ward facing)

Fig. 51 Front passenger's seat: Bottom ISOFIX anchorages

Booster child restraint ISO B2/B3

system

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 76.

The bottom ISOFIX anchorages are located be-

tween the seat cushion and the backrest on the

vehicle’s outer rear seats and (on some vehicles)

on the front passenger's seat. There are two bot-

tom ISOFIX anchorages on these seats to which

you can secure an ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint

system.

Information on child restraint systems

– Child restraint systems can also be secured on

seats with side airbags. Side airbags can pro-

vide additional protection to children who are

correctly secured in a suitable child restraint

system in the event of an accident.

– For correct installation, some child restraint

systems require the use of both the lower ISO-

FIX anchorages and the seat belt. The simulta-

neous use of both of these is permissible as

long as this does not restrict the restraint sys-

tems or seat belts on an adjacent seat.

The ISOFIX anchorages are designed for a maxi-

mum total weight of 33 kg (weight of child and

child restraint system). If the total weight is

higher, the child restraint system must be attach-

ed to the vehicle using the seat belt.

►

Activate the child lock.

►

Open the flaps for the two ISOFIX anchorages.

Secure the child restraint system according to

Attaching a child restraint system to the

bottom ISOFIX anchorages

►

the manufacturer’s instructions.

►

Pull on the child restraint system to check

whether both sides have engaged properly in

the ISOFIX anchorages.

►

If possible, also secure the child restraint sys-

tem to the corresponding top tether anchorage

of the seat.

WARNING

– NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint

on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in

front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the

CHILD can occur.

Fig. 50 Rear seat: Bottom ISOFIX anchorages

– The ISOFIX anchorages in the vehicle are de-

signed only for child restraint systems with

ISOFIX. Do not attempt to secure other

types of child restraint system, seat belts or

other objects to these anchorages – this

could result in serious or possibly fatal in-

jury.

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Securing child restraint systems with a seat

belt

Additionally securing a child restraint

system to the top tether anchorage

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 76.

►

Activate the child lock.

►

When attaching a child restraint system to the

front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far up-

wards as possible.

►

Secure the child restraint system according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.

►

After securing the child restraint system on the

front passenger’s seat, adjust the front pas-

senger’s backrest so that it makes full contact

with the child restraint system. You should also

ensure that the upper securing point for the

seat belt is behind the child restraint system.

►

If you are using a child restraint system on the

rear seat, you should additionally secure the

child restraint system to the vehicle’s corre-

sponding top tether anchorage, if possible.

WARNING

Fig. 52

1

Rear shelf /

2

Rear backrest: Top tether ancho-

rages for securing a child restraint system with a top tether

strap

– NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint

on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in

front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the

CHILD can occur.

– To ensure proper protection by the child re-

straint system, it is important to wear the

seat belts in the correct position. Always

check that the belt is properly positioned ac-

cording to the instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the child restraint system.

Incorrectly worn seat belts can give rise to

injuries even in a minor collision.

Fig. 53

1

Rear shelf /

2

Rear backrest: Hooking strap in-

to top tether anchorage

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Please refer to the safety information ðpage 76.

The top tether anchorages are intended for use

as an additional point for securing a child re-

straint system with a top tether strap. The ancho-

rages may be fitted in the following locations in

the vehicle:

►

Behind the outer seats on the rear bench seat.

1)

►

Behind the centre seat on the rear bench seat.

►

On the back of the front passenger’s seat at the

bottom.

1)

Depending on the equipment in the vehicle, the

top tether anchoring point on the front passen-

ger seat may be below a cover.

Make sure that the combined weight of the child

seat and child is not over the maximum permissi-

ble weight of 33 kg.

►

Raise the head restraint behind the child re-

straint system.

►

Secure the child restraint system according to

the manufacturer’s instructions.

►

Guide the top tether strap of the child restraint

system underneath or past both sides of the

head restraint (depending on the type of child

restraint system) towards the rear.

►

Hook the strap into the top tether anchorage.

When doing so, make sure that the belt is not

twisted and that it is not on any sharp edges.

►

Pull the strap tight so that the top of the child

restraint system rests securely against the

backrest.

►

If necessary, lower the head restraint behind

the child restraint system.

WARNING

The top tether anchorages in the vehicle are

designed only for child restraint systems with

a top tether strap. Do not attempt to secure

other types of child restraint system, seat

belts or other objects to these anchorages –

this could result in serious or possibly fatal in-

jury.

1)

Depending on country

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Storage and convenience

Storage compartments

They could injure the vehicle occupants in the

event of sudden driving or braking manoeu-

vres or an accident.

Safety information on storage

compartments in the vehicle interior

CAUTION

Please ensure that hard objects do not chafe

against the wires of the heating element in

the rear window and cause damage.

Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, you will

find several storage compartments and retainers

that can be used to safely store items. These in-

clude, for example, the glove box.

Using the glove box

WARNING

– To avoid the risk of injuries, always keep all

storage compartments closed when driving.

– Loose objects can be flung around in the

passenger compartment in the event of sud-

den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of

accident! Stow objects away safely while the

vehicle is moving.

– The storage compartments in the door trims

should only be used to store small objects.

Make sure that they are stored safely inside

the compartment, as otherwise they might

impair the protection offered by the side air-

bags.

Fig. 54 Glove box: Glove box key

The glove box can be used to safely store items.

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, it may be

possible to lock and unlock the glove box.

– The built-in coat hooks should only be used

for lightweight clothing. Do not use clothes

hangers to hang up clothing. Do not leave

any heavy, fragile or sharp-edged objects in

the pockets. This could otherwise interfere

with the effectiveness of the head-protec-

tion airbags.

►

Open the glove box.

Take the glove box key 1 out of the holder in-

side the glove box.

To lock the glove box, turn the glove box key to

the locked position 2 .

To unlock the glove box, turn the glove box key

►

to the unlocked position 3 .

– Make sure that your view to the rear is not

obstructed (e.g. by any items of clothing

hanging up or objects in the vehicle).

Information on the

ashtray

Information on the storage shelf behind

the rear head restraints

The ashtray is located in the cup holder in the

front centre console.

The storage shelf should only be used to store

light articles of clothing.

Emptying the ashtray

►

Pull the ashtray upwards out of the holder.

Rotate the upper section to separate it from

the ashtray insert.

To close the ashtray, put the upper section back

Make sure that the slots between the rear win-

dow and the storage shelf are kept clear to en-

sure unimpaired ventilation.

►

on and screw it shut.

Always put the ashtray safely back into the

holder after removing it.

WARNING

►

Do not store any heavy or hard objects and do

not transport animals on the storage shelf.

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USB connections

WARNING

The USB connections are located in the front cen-

tre console and in the rear cabin.

Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this

could cause a fire.

Depending on the vehicle model, USB connec-

tions may be indicated by one of the following

symbols:  or .

Information on the

cigarette lighter

You can use the USB connections to charge mo-

bile devices. Use a certified USB-C cable or a certi-

fied adapter to achieve the best possible charg-

ing performance.

The cigarette lighter is located in the front centre

console.

►

Press the button on the cigarette lighter .

►

When the button on the cigarette lighter

springs out, pull the insert out.

If your vehicle is fitted with USB interfaces with

increased charging capacity, use a certified USB-C

cable with a charging capacity of 60 W or 100 W

and an E-marker chip.

WARNING

The cigarette lighter only works when the ve-

hicle is switched on. Improper use can cause

serious injury or start a fire. To avoid the risk

of injury, never leave children unsupervised in

the vehicle with the key.

WARNING

– Make sure that all connected devices are se-

curely stowed when driving to prevent them

from being catapulted through the car un-

der braking or in an accident – danger to

life!

Information on power

sources

– Improper use of 12-volt electrical sockets or

USB connections can cause serious injury or

start a fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never

leave children unsupervised in the vehicle

with the key.

When the vehicle is switched on, several power

sources for external devices are available (de-

pending on the equipment fitted in your vehicle).

To prevent the vehicle battery from becoming

discharged, the energy management system will

switch off power sources if necessary.

CAUTION

– Please observe the operating instructions

for the connected devices.

12-volt sockets

– To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical

system, never connect equipment that gen-

erates electrical current to the power sour-

ces in order to charge the vehicle's battery.

– Do not connect a device with a voltage dif-

ferent from the designated voltage of the

socket.

The 12-volt sockets are located in the front cen-

tre console and in the luggage compartment side

trim. They are marked with the  symbol or 12V.

You can connect electrical devices to the 12-volt

sockets. The devices connected must not exceed

a power rating of 120 W. Do not connect several

devices to the vehicle sockets at the same time.

– To avoid damage, please take care when de-

taching connectors from the power sources.

Do not plug any additional devices into the sock-

ets while the compressor supplied with the vehi-

cle is in use. The power rating for the sockets may

be exceeded for a short period of time while the

compressor is in use.

Information on cup

holders

The cup holders are located in the front centre

console and in the rear centre armrest.

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►

To use the cup holders in the rear centre arm-

rest, fold the armrest down.

den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of

accident! Always stow objects safely in the

luggage compartment and secure them on

the fastening rings. Use suitable securing

straps when transporting heavy objects.

– If items of luggage or other objects are se-

cured to the fastening rings with inappropri-

ate or damaged tensioning straps, injuries

could result in the event of sudden braking

or a collision.

WARNING

– Do not put any hot drinks in the cup holders

while the vehicle is moving. You could be

scalded if the hot liquid is spilt.

– Do not use cups, mugs or glasses made

from hard materials such as glass or porce-

lain. These objects can be thrown through-

out the vehicle interior in the event of sud-

den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of

injury!

– Transporting heavy objects may affect the

vehicle's handling by shifting the centre of

gravity – this could cause an accident. Take

extra care when driving and adjust your

speed accordingly.

CAUTION

– The stretch net is only strong enough to se-

cure light items. Heavier objects cannot be

safely secured – risk of injury!

Do not place open drinks containers in the cup

holders. The drinks could otherwise spill over

and cause damage to the vehicle’s equipment.

– Never exceed the maximum axle loads or

the maximum gross weight for the vehicle.

– Never secure a child restraint system to the

fastening rings.

Luggage compartment

Safety information on the luggage

compartment

– Never leave your vehicle unattended when

the boot lid is open. Children could climb in-

to the boot and close the boot lid from the

inside. In this case the children would be un-

able to get out of the vehicle without help.

This could have fatal consequences.

►

Make sure all luggage and other objects in the

luggage compartment are safely secured.

Distribute the load evenly in the luggage com-

partment.

Close the luggage compartment cover before

starting the journey if the vehicle load permits

this.

Place heavy items as far forward as possible in

the luggage compartment.

►

– Never allow children to play in or around the

vehicle. Always close and lock the boot lid

and all the doors when you leave the vehicle.

– Never let passengers ride in the luggage

compartment. All occupants must be prop-

erly restrained by the seat belts at all times

ðpage 68.

►

Secure items of luggage to the fastening rings

with non-elastic straps.

Adjust the tyre pressures according to the load.

►

– Be careful when releasing and folding down

the backrest! Carelessness when folding it

down could result in injuries.

WARNING

– The luggage compartment cover should not

be used as a storage shelf. Items placed on

this cover could injure the vehicle occupants

in an accident or in the event of sudden driv-

ing or braking manoeuvres.

– Always check to see if the locking mecha-

nism is properly engaged by pulling the

backrest forwards. Otherwise objects stored

in the luggage compartment can fly forward

during sudden braking – risk of injury!

– Always check to see if the locking mecha-

nism is properly engaged by pulling the

backrest forwards. Otherwise the protection

provided by the seatbelt for the middle seat

is not guaranteed – risk of injury!

– The luggage compartment cover must al-

ways be securely attached when in use – risk

of accident!

– Loose objects can be flung around in the

passenger compartment in the event of sud-

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Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

– If the seat belt is trapped when the backrest

is returned to its upright position, fold the

backrest down again and free the seat belt.

Hold the seat belt in one hand while you

carefully fold up the backrest.

When you operate the boot lid, an electric motor

moves the luggage compartment cover into posi-

tion 2 or 3 .

Disengaging and engaging the luggage

compartment cover

– The retaining hooks should only be used to

hold objects weighing up to 3 kg. Heavier

objects cannot be safely secured – risk of in-

jury!

►

To disengage the luggage compartment cover,

lift the cover slightly to position 3 using the

handle 1 .

CAUTION

►

Guide it along the support rails to position 2 .

To retract the luggage compartment cover,

guide it forwards slowly by hand, making sure

it does not retract too quickly.

To engage the luggage compartment cover,

pull the cover out using the handle 1 .

– Lower the rear head restraints before you

fold down the backrest – risk of damage!

– When returning the backrest to an upright

position, make sure that the seat belts for

the outer rear seats are in their guides so

that they cannot be caught up and damaged

in the catches for the backrest. It is also im-

portant to remove any other objects from

the rear seats to avoid damaging the back-

rest when folding it forwards.

►

Guide it into the support rails at position

2

and engage it at position 3 .

Removing and installing the luggage

compartment cover

Important: The luggage compartment cover is re-

tracted.

– If you need to adjust the front seats when

the rear backrest is folded forwards, please

take care to avoid damaging the rear head

restraints.

►

To remove the luggage compartment cover,

press the end cap 4 on one side inwards to

loosen it from the side trim mounting.

Lift the luggage compartment cover out.

To install the luggage compartment cover, in-

sert the end cap 4 on one side into the side

trim mounting.

Press the end cap on the other side inwards and

position the luggage compartment cover be-

tween the two mountings.

– Please ensure that hard objects do not chafe

against the wires of the heating element in

the rear window and cause damage.

– Applies to vehicles with electric luggage

compartment cover: To prevent any dam-

age, let the luggage compartment cover re-

tract slowly.

►

Also insert the end cap on the other side into

the side trim mounting.

Information on the electric luggage

compartment cover

Fig. 55 Luggage compartment: Electric luggage compart-

ment cover

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Storage and convenience

►

To fold the centre backrest down, reach into the

recess 1 from below and press the release

handle upwards.

When you no longer need the extra luggage

space, move the centre backrest back into its

upright position and make sure it engages.

Folding the outer backrest up/down

Installing/removing the load guard

Fig. 56 Outer backrest: Release lever and backrest lock in-

dicator with red marking

Fig. 59 Luggage compartment and folded-down backrest:

Load guard

Applies to: Avant

Fig. 57 Luggage compartment: Release lever

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

►

To fold down the backrest, pull the release lev-

er 1 or 3 on the appropriate side of the vehi-

cle in the direction indicated by the arrow.

►

When you no longer need the extra luggage

Fig. 60 Load guard: Securing belt

space, move the backrest back into its upright

position until it engages and the red marking

2 is no longer visible.

The load guard prevents objects in the luggage

compartment from being thrown forward into

the passenger compartment. You can attach the

load guard to the retainers 1 behind the front

seats. On some models, you can also attach the

load guard to the retainers 2 behind the rear

seats.

Folding the centre backrest up/down

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

Installing the load guard

►

To hook the load guard into the front retainers

1 , the backrests must be folded down.

►

Before hooking the load guard into the rear re-

tainers 2 , remove the luggage compartment

cover.

To hook the load guard into the rear retainers

Fig. 58 Centre backrest: Release handle under head re-

straint

►

2 , fit the adjustable fastening rings and slide



Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

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them all the way to the front. Make sure that

the rings engage.

►

Secure the load guard in the top retainer on

one side first, then in the bottom retainer 1 or

2 on the same side. Make sure that the secur-

ing belt 3 is facing towards the rear when se-

curing.

►

Tighten the securing belt 3 .

Repeat the procedure on the other side.

Fit the luggage compartment cover again if you

removed it previously.

Applies to: Avant

Fig. 62 Luggage compartment: Adjustable fastening rings

Removing the load guard

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

►

Before removing the load guard from the rear

retainers 2 , remove the luggage compartment

Fastening rings

On some models, there are fastening rings at the

front 1 and rear 2 of the luggage compartment

which can be used to secure luggage and other

objects.

cover.

►

To unhook the load guard from the retainers

or 2 , loosen the securing belt on one side by

pulling the tab 4 upwards.

1

►

Release the load guard from the bottom retain-

er first, then from the top retainer 1 or 2 .

Repeat the procedure on the other side.

Fold the backrests back until they engage, if

necessary.

►

Fold up the clips on the fastening rings 1 and

2 .

►

Adjustable fastening rings

On some models, there are adjustable fastening

rings under the luggage compartment floor

which can be used to secure luggage and other

objects.

►

Fit the luggage compartment cover again if you

removed it previously.

Using the fastening rings and stretch net to

secure objects

►

To install the fastening ring, press the buttons

on both sides, place the fastening ring on the

rail and fasten it in place.

►

To move the fastening ring, press the buttons

on both sides and slide the ring to the desired

position. Make sure that the ring engages.

►

To remove the fastening ring, press the buttons

on both sides and take the fastening ring off

the rail.

Stretch net

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, there may

be a stretch net in the vehicle which you can use

to secure lighter objects in position in the lug-

gage compartment.

Applies to: Saloon

Fig. 61 Luggage compartment: Location of fastening rings

►

Insert the hooks of the stretch net into the fas-

tening rings.

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Information on the load retention set

Using the double floor panel

Fig. 63 Luggage compartment: Load retention set

Fig. 65 Luggage compartment: Floor panel in upright po-

sition

Dirty or damp items can be stored on the inter-

mediate section underneath the floor panel.

►

To prop up the floor panel, lift it by the handle

1 and insert the edge of the floor panel in the

recesses 2 .

►

To fold the floor panel up fully, fold it towards

the rear.

►

To remove the floor panel, pull the complete

Fig. 64 Luggage compartment: Load retention set under

the floor

panel towards the rear of the vehicle and out of

the guide rails.

►

To install the floor panel, insert it at the front

Using the load retention set

of the guide rails and push it towards the backr-

ests as far as the stop.

The telescopic bar 1 and retaining strap 2 pre-

vent objects from sliding around in the luggage

compartment.

WARNING

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 84.

If you do not drive with the luggage compart-

ment floor closed, objects on the intermedi-

ate section may be flung through the vehicle

interior in the event of sudden driving or brak-

ing manoeuvres. Fit the load guard and secure

the objects to protect all occupants – risk of

injury!

►

Attach the adjustable fastening rings.

►

Press the pushbutton 3 on the posts and place

them over the fastening rings. Make sure that

the posts engage properly in the fastening

rings.

►

Slide the fastening rings to the desired posi-

tion. Make sure that the rings engage.

►

To tension the retaining strap 2 , press the

pushbutton 3 .

Stowing the load retention set

►

Fold the luggage compartment floor all the

way back.

►

Slide the telescopic bar 4 together and place it

in the recess.

►

Roll up the retaining strap 5 and place it in the

recess.

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Distances for roof carriers (cm)

Roof carrier

1

2

33

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Safety information on roof carriers

WARNING

– Note the fitting instructions provided by the

manufacturer of the roof carrier system. If

you do not secure the roof carrier system

and roof load correctly, they can become

separated from the vehicle and cause an ac-

cident.

– The use of a roof carrier system affects the

vehicle's handling by shifting the centre of

gravity and increasing susceptibility to cross

winds – risk of accident! Take extra care

when driving and adjust your speed accord-

ingly.

Applies to: Saloon

Fig. 66 Roof: Attachment points

CAUTION

Please take extra care not to let the boot lid

strike the roof load when open.

For the sake of the environment

Applies to: Avant

The increased air resistance means that the

vehicle uses more energy. For this reason you

should always take off the roof carrier when it

is not in use.

Fig. 67 Roof railing: Attachment points

The cross bars form the basic elements of a com-

plete roof carrier system. Use only roof carriers

which are suitable for your vehicle. Audi recom-

mends using roof carriers and additional ele-

ments from the range of Audi Genuine Accesso-

ries.

Note the following points if you intend to carry

loads on the roof:

►

Only attach roof carriers at the points provided

on the vehicle. If applicable, make sure distan-

ces 1 and 2 are correct.

►

You should ensure that you do not exceed the

maximum permitted axle loads, gross weight

and roof load for your vehicle. The roof load

limit applies to the combined weight of the

roof carrier, the additional elements and the

load itself. Observe the maximum load capacity

of the roof carrier you are using.

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Heating and cooling

– When the blower is switched on, the enhanced

air filter with activated carbon reduces the con-

centration of fine particulate matter and pollen

and neutralises odours in the vehicle interior.

Heating and cooling

Air conditioner

Introduction

Depending on your vehicle’s equipment, one of

the following options is available:

Information on the air conditioner for the

European Union

– A two-zone deluxe automatic air conditioner

which can be used to individually adjust the

temperature and air distribution at the front

left and right. The air output can be set central-

ly for the entire vehicle using the controls for

the front seats.

The air conditioner contains the fluorinated

greenhouse gas known as R-1234yf.

Further information on the quantity of this

greenhouse gas, the CO equivalent and the

2

global warming potential (GWP) is provided on a

sticker in the engine compartment.

– A four-zone deluxe automatic air conditioner

which can be used to individually adjust the

temperature, air distribution and blower speed

settings for all the seats.

Overview of air conditioner displays

The air conditioner heats, cools, dehumidifies

and filters the air inside the vehicle. It operates

most effectively with the windows and the sun-

roof (if fitted) closed. If the vehicle has been

standing in the sun, it may cool down faster if

you open the windows briefly to let the hot air es-

cape.

Fig. 68 Centre display: Deluxe air conditioner control bar

The deluxe automatic air conditioner will main-

tain the desired temperature at a constant level.

When the heater is on, the blower normally only

switches to a higher setting once the heater has

warmed up sufficiently (this does not apply to

the defrost setting).

All of the air conditioner settings are available on

the centre display; for the rear seats, only certain

functions are available.

Adjusting the air conditioner control bar

You can replace certain air conditioner functions

in the lower control bar 1 with an air conditioner

function from the air conditioner menu.

Information on the air conditioner

►

Press and hold one of the buttons 1 for a few

seconds. Editable functions and selected func-

tions for the control bar will be shown.

– Keep the air intake slots in front of the wind-

screen clear of snow, ice and leaves to ensure

unimpaired heating/cooling, and to prevent the

windows misting over.

►

Select the desired button from the editable

functions and drag it onto the button that you

want to replace.

To confirm the selection, press OK.

– Condensation can drip off the air cooling sys-

tem and form a pool underneath the vehicle.

This is normal and does not indicate a leak.

– If you notice, for instance, that the seat or rear

window heating (if fitted) is not working, it may

have been temporarily switched off by the ener-

gy management system. These systems will be

available again as soon as sufficient electrical

power is available.

►

Rear control console

The control console can be used to set the tem-

perature, blower settings, air distribution and (if

fitted) the seat heating in the rear cabin. All set-

tings including those for child lock operation can

be selected on the MMI.



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 Cooling mode at maximum

When  is lit on the rear control console, the

child lock for the rear control console is active

and operation is disabled.

If you activate this function, cooling mode will

operate at maximum power and maximum air-

flow. This function should only be used for short

periods of time to avoid unnecessary energy con-

sumption. This function can cause the windows

to steam up in unfavourable climatic conditions.

Adjusting the air conditioning

The air conditioner functions can be found in the

lower control bar and the air conditioner menu

on the centre display. The air conditioner menu is

accessed by pressing .

Eco Cooling mode

If you activate this function, the air conditioner

will operate in efficiency mode. Due to the reduc-

tion in power used, the comfort provided by the

air conditioning is reduced.

The functions can be switched on and off by

pressing the buttons. When a function is switch-

ed on, a bar will light up in the button.

Temperature

 Blower

You can press  /  on the centre display to set

the temperature to between 16°C and 28°C. Out-

side this range, LO or HI will appear on the dis-

play. In the two extreme settings the air condi-

tioner operates continuously with maximum

cooling or heating output. You can press - / + on

the rear control console to set the temperature in

the rear.

You can adjust the blower speed manually by

pressing  / . You should leave the blower on

and make sure the setting is not too low to pre-

vent the windows from misting up and to ensure

that the vehicle interior is constantly ventilated.

Press AUTO for automatic control of the air con-

ditioner blower speed.

 Air recirculation mode

AUTO Automatic mode

Press  to switch air recirculation mode on/off

Automatic mode regulates the air output and dis-

tribution automatically in order to reach the set

temperature as quickly as possible.

manually.

In air recirculation mode, the air from the interior

of the vehicle is filtered and recirculated. This

setting prevents fumes etc. from entering the in-

Press AUTO to set the air output mode. The mode

displayed is used in automatic mode.

terior ð

.

Applies to vehicles with 4-zone automatic air

conditioning: Press AUTO-ALL to adopt the air

output mode and the automatic operation mode

for all zones.

 Air distribution

You can direct the flow of air manually to selec-

ted vents by pressing  /  / . The air distri-

bution can be regulated automatically by press-

ing AUTO or by deactivating all three functions.

Pressing  will direct the air to the windscreen.

A/C Cooling mode

If you activate this function, cooling mode will be

regulated automatically.

The air distribution set manually for the driver's

side will also be set for the rear.

The air cooling system only works when the blow-

er is switched on. When the air cooling is switch-

ed off, the air is neither cooled nor dehumidified.

The windows may mist up as a result. The cooling

system is switched off automatically at low out-

side temperatures. The button will remain lit.

To prevent the front side windows from misting

up, open the side vents and point them towards

the side windows.

SYNC Synchronising

Press SYNC to adopt the driver zone settings for

the other zones. Synchronisation is deactivated



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 Seat ventilation

as soon as the settings are changed in another

zone.

The intensity of the seat ventilation can be adjus-

ted to several levels. Press  once to set the

highest level. Press  repeatedly to lower the in-

tensity by one level each time. When the button

is not lit, the seat ventilation is switched off.

OFF Switching off

Press OFF to off the air conditioning for the front

and the rear seats. The supply of air from outside

the vehicle will be cut off.

The seat ventilation will be switched off if the

seat is unoccupied. If someone gets back in the

seat within 10 minutes, the seat ventilation will

be switched on automatically.

To switch the air conditioning on again, press any

of the buttons on the centre display or in the rear

cabin.

 Defrosting

 Steering wheel heating

The windscreen and side windows are defrosted

or demisted as quickly as possible. Open the side

vents and point them towards the side windows.

The air output is increased to maximum and the

air comes out of the vents below the windscreen.

The air recirculation mode is deactivated. A/C

cooling mode is activated. The cooling system is

switched off automatically depending on the out-

side temperature. The windscreen heating may

be switched on automatically at low outside tem-

peratures, depending on the equipment fitted in

the vehicle. Depending on the ambient tempera-

ture, you may be able to switch the windscreen

heating on manually by pressing .

When this function is switched on, the steering

wheel will be heated.

You can also operate the steering wheel heating

using the controls on the multi-function steering

wheel.

 Ioniser

The ioniser can make the air inside the vehicle

feel fresher. Both side vents must be open.

AIR Quality Air quality

When the air quality function is switched on, the

air pollution (PM2.5) in the vehicle interior is re-

duced as far as possible. The system automatical-

ly switches to recirculation mode if particulate

pollution of the outside air is detected, meaning

 Rear window/mirror heating

Press  to switch on the rear window heating

that the CO content of the interior air may in-

2

and exterior mirror heating.

crease with time. To reduce the CO concentra-

2

If you switch the function off, the mirror heating

will remain in a regulated heating mode until the

vehicle is switched off.

tion and prevent the windows from misting up,

the system automatically feeds a certain amount

of fresh air into the vehicle interior.

The rear window heating is switched off via  or

automatically depending on the outside temper-

ature.

 Heat hands

When this convenience function is switched on,

the air conditioning system increases the heat

output at the dash panel vents. You can hold your

hands in front of the vents to warm them up. If

fitted, the steering wheel heating will be activa-

ted. The function switches itself off after a cer-

tain period.

 Seat heating

The seat heating temperature can be adjusted to

several levels. Press  once to activate the high-

est level. Press  repeatedly to lower the tem-

perature by one level each time. When the but-

ton is not lit, the seat heating is switched off.

This function is not available if insufficient heat

output is available.



The seat heating will be switched off if the seat is

unoccupied. If someone gets back in the seat

within 10 minutes, the seat heating will be

switched on automatically.

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 Heat feet

(e.g. pacemakers, infusion pumps, neurosti-

mulators) are very unlikely. If you have im-

plants, please consult a doctor if you have

any questions.

When this convenience function is switched on,

the air conditioning system increases the heat

output in the footwells. The function switches it-

self off after a certain period.

– Explain to your passengers how to use the

seat heating safely.

This function is not available if insufficient heat

output is available.

CAUTION

 Cool feet

– To avoid damaging the heating elements of

the seat heating, please do not kneel on the

seat or apply sharp pressure at a single

point.

When this convenience function is switched on,

the air conditioning system directs cooler air to

the footwells. The function switches itself off af-

ter a certain period.

– Only use the seat heating when the seat is

dry.

This function is not available if insufficient cool-

ing output is available.

– Only place dry objects on the seats.

– Do not spill any liquid on the seats.

– Covering the seats can impair the seat heat-

ing function. Do not use seat covers and do

not place any objects (e.g. jackets, blankets

or bags) on the seats when the seat heating

is switched on.

 Fresh air

When this convenience function is switched on,

the air conditioning system increases the amount

of air in the vehicle and the proportion of air that

is drawn from outside to improve the air quality

in the vehicle interior. The manual air recircula-

tion mode is deactivated. The function switches

itself off after a certain period.

– Explain to your passengers how to use the

seat heating safely.

Adjusting the vents

WARNING

Move the lever to adjust the direction of the air

flow. Use the rotary knob to adjust the amount of

air.

– You should not leave the air recirculation

switched on for too long. The windows can

mist over as a result – risk of accident!

– If the air recirculation function is used for a

Calling up the air conditioner settings

menu

long period, the concentration of CO can

2

build up inside the vehicle. This can cause

personal discomfort and may even lead to

an accident! Switch off the air recirculation /

automatic air recirculation immediately and

ventilate the vehicle if you experience any

discomfort.

►

Select:  > .

You can switch certain functions on/off or adjust

the settings in the air conditioner settings menu.

The settings depend on the country and the

equipment fitted in your vehicle.

– The vehicle has functions which activate the

seat heating automatically. People with

limited capacity to feel pain or sense tem-

perature must make sure that the seat heat-

ing is switched off at the start of the journey

to ensure that they do not burn themselves.

– An alternating magnetic field is generated

when the seat heating is switched on. Side

effects such as irritation to sensory organs

or functional issues with active implants

Using the air conditioner functions

Seat temperature balance

You can distribute the set strength of the seat

heating and ventilation between the seat cushion

and the backrest in the air conditioner settings

menu ðpage 93.



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Automatic air recirculation

For optimum air quality inside the vehicle, close

all windows and doors and press on AIR Quality.

The air quality display only shows the air pollu-

tion due to particulate matter (PM2.5). For tech-

nical reasons, there may be variations between

the values measured in the vehicle and the values

measured by other instrumentation systems.

If this function is switched on in the air condition-

er settings menu ðpage 93, air recirculation is

regulated automatically when air pollution is de-

tected ð

.

WARNING

The values shown by the system are approxima-

tions which may deviate from the real conditions.

Under certain circumstances, the system may not

be fully available or may not display any values

for a limited period, or the measurements may

be implausible.

If the air recirculation function is used for a

long period, the concentration of CO can

2

build up inside the vehicle. This can cause per-

sonal discomfort and may even lead to an ac-

cident! Switch off the air recirculation or auto-

matic air recirculation immediately and venti-

late the vehicle if you experience any discom-

fort.

– In extreme weather conditions

– When the vehicle is stationary

– In a car wash

Driver messages about the air conditioning

– If someone is smoking or dust is stirred up in-

side the vehicle

A driver message indicating the cause and possi-

ble remedy may appear in the event of a fault. To

display the driver messages again, open the noti-

fication centre on the centre display. Try switch-

ing the air conditioning on later or after the vehi-

cle is next switched on.

– If fresh air is circulated to avoid the windows

misting up

Auxiliary heating/

ventilation

If a fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

Introduction

You can control the auxiliary heating/ventilation

via the centre display or via the myAudi app.

Air quality display

When the air conditioner function is started, it

automatically selects whether the auxiliary heat-

ing or auxiliary ventilation is switched on, de-

pending on the ambient conditions.

The auxiliary heating warms up the inside of the

vehicle, while the auxiliary ventilation draws in

fresh air and can lower the temperature inside

the vehicle, depending on the ambient tempera-

ture. The function can be used either when the

engine is off or when driving (for instance while

the engine is warming up).

Fig. 69 Central display: air quality display

You can have air quality information displayed.

►

Select:  > Air quality

Conditions for operation

A sensor determines the particulate level

(PM2.5) outside and inside the vehicle. The val-

ues measured are each displayed as an air quality

index (AQI) on a colour scale 1 . A value in the

green area indicates very high air quality.

– There is enough fuel in the tank.

– The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged.



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Heating and cooling

Information on the auxiliary heating/

ventilation

You can set up to five timers for the departure

time.

– The auxiliary heating/ventilation will not switch

on or will switch itself off earlier than intended

if the battery charge or fuel level is low.

– The auxiliary heating/ventilation system heats/

cools the interior to the temperature last selec-

ted on the air conditioner control bar.

A departure time specifies when the vehicle inte-

rior is to reach the most recently selected tem-

perature. The departure time must be within the

next six days. The auxiliary heating will continue

to run for several minutes after the departure

time is reached.

– If the auxiliary heating/ventilation is on, it is

not switched off automatically when the engine

is started or stopped.

►

Select Departure times.

Select Add new departure time.

Set the time and day.

Select Repeat to set a repeat timer.

►

– At low outside temperatures, some visible wa-

ter vapour may form in the engine compart-

ment. This is a normal phenomenon, and no

reason for concern.

►

Select Store setting.

The timer has been set.

The auxiliary heating/ventilation can be switched

on/off immediately even if a timer has been set.

This has no effect on the programmed timer set-

ting as long as the auxiliary heating/ventilation is

not switched off manually during the program-

med period.

WARNING

– The auxiliary heating must not be allowed to

run when the vehicle is in a confined space –

risk of poisoning!

– Never have the auxiliary heating switched on

when refuelling the vehicle – risk of fire!

– Because of the high temperatures which oc-

cur when the auxiliary heating is running,

make sure when parking the car that the ex-

haust outlet under the car is not obstructed

in any way and that the exhaust gases do

not come into contact with flammable ma-

terials (fire risk).

Heating mode for next departure

►

To have the system defrost the vehicle’s wind-

screen and front side windows, select Clear

windows.

►

If you want the system to defrost the vehicle’s

windscreen and front side windows and also

warm up the vehicle, select Warm up interior.

Switching on/off using the button in the row

of switches

Using the auxiliary heating/ventilation

►

Please refer to the safety information ðpage 94.

Select:  > Auxiliary heating

To switch the auxiliary heating/ventilation

on/off immediately, press the  button in the

row of buttons.

Immediate start

When the LED in the button flashes, the auxiliary

heating is being pre-heated. The vehicle interior

is not yet being heated. When the LED in the but-

ton is lit continuously, the auxiliary heating/

ventilation is active.

You can set the operating time and switch the

auxiliary heating/ventilation on/off immediately

by selecting  Switch on auxiliary heating.

When a function is switched on, a white bar will

light up in the button.

If the  symbol in the button is lit, a timer is

programmed.

Departure times

To ensure that the timer operates correctly,

check that the correct time and date are entered

in the system settings ðpage 221.

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Heating and cooling

Lubricant in the air conditioner

Driver messages about the auxiliary

heating/ventilation

The sticker in the engine compartment provides

information about the type of lubricant used in

the vehicle’s air conditioning system. For infor-

mation about the quantity of lubricant used,

please contact a qualified workshop.

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

 Auxiliary heating/ventilation: fault. Not

Air conditioner evaporator

available

Components from old vehicles or recycled com-

ponents must never be used to repair the air con-

ditioner evaporator.

If this message appears, a system malfunction

has occurred. Drive to a qualified workshop soon

and have the fault rectified.

WARNING

Information on fluids in

the air conditioner

Maintenance work on the air conditioning sys-

tem must only be carried out by qualified and

certified personnel who have been trained in

accordance with the standards required in the

specific country, e.g. SAE norms J2845 and

J2911.

Refrigerant in the air conditioner

The sticker in the engine compartment provides

information about the type and quantity of re-

frigerant used in the vehicle’s air conditioning

system. This sticker is located in the front section

of the engine compartment or at the front or rear

of the bonnet.

– Refrigerant is flammable. Keep the vehicle

away from naked flames, sparks and other

ignition sources – risk of fatal injury!

– The refrigerant is under pressure and could

explode if it is heated – risk of fatal injury!

– The refrigerant may produce toxic vapours

when it comes into contact with hot surfa-

ces; such vapours must not be inhaled – risk

of fatal injury!

Symbol Meaning

Warning: Maintenance work on the

air conditioning system must only



be performed by qualified person-

nel.

Type of refrigerant



Type of lubricant

.

Refer to workshop information (on-

ly available to Audi workshops and



other qualified workshops)

Maintenance work on the air condi-

tioning system must only be per-



formed by qualified personnel.

Flammable refrigerant



Ensure that all components are dis-

posed of correctly and never install

components in the vehicle which

have been removed from old



vehicles or recycled.

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Driving

Mild hybrid drive: The combustion engine will

start. Depending on the situation, the electric

drive system may be switched on when driving off

or manoeuvring.

Driving

Starting the vehicle

Introduction

Electrical components with a high power con-

sumption are switched off temporarily while you

start the engine. If the engine fails to start im-

mediately, the starter will be switched off auto-

matically after a few seconds. In this case, you

should try to start the engine again after about

30 seconds.

Diesel engine: The engine may take a few sec-

onds longer than usual to start on cold days.

Please keep your foot on the brake pedal until

the engine starts.

Fig. 70 Centre console: Switching on the drive system

The vehicle (ignition) and the drive system can be

switched on separately. Electronic systems such

as the MMI are available when the vehicle is

switched on but the drive system is not. The vehi-

cle can only be driven once the drive system has

been switched on. Depending on the model, the

term “drive system” refers to the combustion en-

gine or the electric drive system.

Switching off the drive system

►

Stop the vehicle.

START ENGINE STOP

►

Press the

button. The

drive system will be switched off.

After the engine is stopped, the radiator fan may

remain on or turn itself back on for up to 10 mi-

nutes, even if the ignition is switched off.

Important: The key must be in the vehicle. When

using the digital key, the activated digital key

card must be in the phone compartment

ðpage 194; the mobile device does not have to

be in the phone compartment.

Applies to vehicles with steering lock: The steer-

ing will be locked if you switch off the engine in

transmission position P and open the driver's

door. The steering lock acts as a theft deterrent.

Switching off the drive system in an

emergency

Any brief noises which may be heard when the ve-

hicle is started and stopped are quite normal and

no cause for concern.

If necessary, the engine can be switched off in an

emergency while the vehicle is still moving. De-

pending on the vehicle’s equipment, it may only

be possible to switch the engine back on again af-

ter the vehicle has come to a standstill.

Switching the drive system on

►

Press and hold the brake pedal.

START ENGINE STOP

►

Press the

button in the

centre console. The drive system will be switch-

ed on.

START ENGINE STOP

►

Press the

button twice in

quick succession or press and hold it.

It may not be possible to start the vehicle at ex-

tremely low outside temperatures.

Switching the vehicle on/off

If you only wish to switch the vehicle on/off and

do not want to start the drive system as well,

proceed as follows:

The full performance is not available until the en-

gine is warm. Certain powertrain components

may need to be warmed up depending on the

type of engine. During this warming up phase,

 is shown.

START ENGINE STOP

►

Press the

button without

pressing the brake pedal.



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Driving

Situations where the vehicle is switched off

automatically

leave the engine idling for about 2 minutes

before switching it off.

To prevent the vehicle battery from being dis-

charged, the vehicle and, in some cases, the exte-

rior lighting may be switched off automatically.

Driver messages about the vehicle key

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Important:

– The start/stop system must have switched off

the engine.



Vehicle start system: fault. Please contact

– You must have left the vehicle more than 30

seconds ago.

workshop soon

A vehicle start system fault has occurred. Drive to

a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rec-

tified.

– The vehicle must be switched on.

The methods used by the vehicle for detecting

whether you have left include the following:



Remote control key: key not recognised. Is

– Driver’s door has been opened.

– Driver’s seat belt has been unbuckled.

– Brake pedal is not pressed.

key still in vehicle?

The vehicle key was removed from the vehicle

while the drive system was active. If the vehicle

key is not in the vehicle you will not be able to

switch on the vehicle or restart the drive system

after it has been switched off. You will also not be

able to lock the vehicle from the outside.

The vehicle will also be switched off after 30 mi-

nutes or when you lock the vehicle from the out-

side.

WARNING



Vehicle key: key not detected. Is there still a

– Never run the engine in confined spaces. The

exhaust gases are toxic – risk of poisoning!

– Never switch off the engine until the vehicle

is stationary. Otherwise you may not have

the full benefit of the brake servo and power

steering. You may need more strength to

steer and brake the vehicle than you normal-

ly would. This would mean a greater risk of

accidents and serious injury, because you

cannot steer and brake in the normal man-

ner.

valid key in the vehicle?

The vehicle key and the digital key were removed

from the vehicle while the drive system was ac-

tive. If the vehicle key and digital key are not in

the vehicle you will not be able to switch on the

vehicle or restart the drive system after it has

been switched off. You will also not be able to

lock the vehicle from the outside while the drive

system is active.

 Remote control key: hold against marked

area and press start/stop button. See owner’s

manual

– Before leaving the vehicle, secure it to pre-

vent it from rolling away ðpage 99.

The vehicle key battery is empty or there is radio

interference. To start the vehicle, you must also

hold the vehicle key against the  symbol

ðpage 97, Fig. 70.

CAUTION

– Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle and

extreme load conditions until the engine

has reached its normal operating tempera-

ture; otherwise this can damage the engine.

– If the engine has been working hard for a

long time, there is a risk of heat building up

in the engine compartment after the engine

has been switched off; this could cause en-

gine damage. For this reason, you should

If the fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

 Hold remote control key against marked

area or place digital key in Audi phone box. See

owner’s manual



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Driving

The vehicle key battery is empty or there is radio

interference. To start the vehicle, you must also

hold the vehicle key against the  symbol

ðpage 97, Fig. 70 or place the digital key in the

phone compartment.

be gone for a short time. Otherwise the ve-

hicle can roll away – risk of accident!

– Never leave your vehicle unattended while

the drive system is active – risk of accident!

– If the parking brake is engaged, it may be re-

leased automatically if the accelerator pedal

is pressed. Take care when pressing the ac-

celerator pedal and always make sure that

position P is selected when you park the ve-

hicle – risk of accident!

If the fault persists, drive to a qualified workshop

soon and have it rectified.

Driving the vehicle

Information on driving away, stopping and

parking

– Always switch off the vehicle and take the

key with you when you leave the vehicle.

This is particularly important if persons or

animals are left in the vehicle. They might

otherwise unintentionally start the vehicle,

release the parking brake or use power-oper-

ated equipment – this could cause accidents.

– Do not leave any persons or animals in the

vehicle when it is locked. Locked doors could

delay assistance in an emergency, potential-

ly putting lives at risk.

Driving away from a standstill

►

Press and hold the brake pedal.

►

Start the vehicle.

►

Select transmission position D or R. The park-

ing brake will be released automatically.

►

Take your foot off the brake pedal. The vehicle

may start to creep forwards.

►

Press the accelerator to increase the speed.

– If you do not drive away immediately after

releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle may

start to roll backwards. You should there-

fore immediately press the brake pedal or

apply the parking brake.

Please note, especially when driving off and park-

ing, that the vehicle “creeps” forwards/back. The

drive system sets the vehicle in motion when you

take your foot off the brake pedal.

Securing the vehicle to prevent it from

rolling away

CAUTION

Before leaving the vehicle, always secure it so

that it cannot roll away.

To avoid rolling back on gradients always hold

the vehicle with the brake pedal if you have to

stop. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle by

keeping your foot on the accelerator. This

could cause the drive system to overheat –

risk of damage!

►

Apply the parking brake.

►

When parking on a slope, turn the steering

wheel so that the vehicle would roll into the

kerb if it did start to move unexpectedly.

If this is not possible (e.g. if the vehicle has no

electrical power), you must take additional steps

to secure the vehicle so that it cannot roll away.

Information on transmission positions and

driving programs

►

Only park the vehicle on a level surface.

►

Block the wheels by placing suitable objects un-

derneath both the front and rear of each wheel.

Keeping the vehicle free to roll

Refer to ðpage 108.

WARNING

– Always apply the parking brake before leav-

Fig. 71 Centre console: Selector lever



ing your vehicle – even if you only intend to

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Driving

Transmission positions

2 km/h), you can switch back to D without press-

ing the brake.

The transmission positions are shown on the se-

lector lever in the centre console.

For safety reasons, the vehicle can only be locked

with the central locking switch when N is selec-

ted.

– P (Park)

– R (Reverse): Drive backwards

– N (Neutral)

Transmission position P (parking lock)/

parking brake

– D (Drive): Drive forwards

Important: The ignition must be switched on.

Driving programs

In transmission position P, the vehicle is preven-

ted from rolling away by the parking lock. The

parking lock is a mechanical locking mechanism

for the gearbox.

Various driving programs can be selected in

transmission position D. These have an effect on

when the gearbox changes gear and the reaction

to accelerator pedal inputs, for example.

– Stop the vehicle and press the brake pedal.

– Press the  button 1 . The parking brake will

be applied. Transmission position P (parking

lock) will be selected.

The selected driving program will be displayed in

the instrument cluster.

– D (Drive): Normal driving

– E (Efficiency): Economical driving

– S (Sport): Performance driving

– The parking brake status is shown on the selec-

tor lever and in the instrument cluster. The

parking lock status is shown in the instrument

cluster.

Audi recommends driving program D for everyday

use.

If you switch off the drive system when transmis-

sion position D or R is selected, transmission po-

sition P will be engaged automatically. If you

switch off the drive system in transmission posi-

tion N, transmission position P will be selected

automatically after approx. 30 minutes.

Selecting a transmission position

Important: The ignition must be switched on.

– Stop the vehicle and press the brake pedal.

– To select the next adjacent transmission posi-

tion, move the selector lever forwards or back-

wards to the first point of resistance.

Transmission position P will be selected automat-

ically if you release the driver’s seat belt and

open the driver’s door while the vehicle is sta-

tionary in transmission position D or R.

– To skip a transmission position (e.g. to go from

D to R), move the selector lever past the point

of resistance in the desired direction.

– You do not have to press the brake pedal if you

switch back and forth between D and R within

one second. This allows you to rock the car

backwards and forwards, e.g. to free it from

snow or mud, etc.

The drive system must be active in order to

change from P to D or R. Depending on the vehi-

cle’s equipment, the drive system may need to be

active in order to change to N.

– The selected transmission position will light up

on the selector lever.

Selecting a driving program

Press the selector lever downwards to switch be-

tween the current driving program and S.

Transmission position N (neutral)

No power is transmitted to the driven wheels in

transmission position N. Use transmission posi-

tion N, for example, in a tunnel car wash

ðpage 108.

If you select dynamic or efficiency mode in Audi

drive select, driving program S or E will be activa-

ted respectively. The driving program may be

switched back to D when the ignition is switched

off.



If you accidentally select transmission position N

while the vehicle is moving (at more than

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Driving

Gear selection with paddle levers

WARNING

►

To change up: Press the paddle lever

+

– Before driving off, check that the desired

transmission position is displayed on the se-

lector lever.

ðFig. 72.

►

To change down: Press the paddle lever – .

To shift into the lowest possible gear for maxi-

mum acceleration, hold the paddle lever – .

To switch back to automatic mode, press and

hold the paddle lever + .

►

– Before leaving the vehicle, secure it to pre-

vent it from rolling away ðpage 99.

– In transmission positions D and R, the vehi-

cle must always be held with the foot brake

when the drive system is activated. This is

because the gearbox still transmits power

and the vehicle will “creep”.

►

Depending on the selected driving program and

Audi drive select mode, the gearbox may revert

to automatic mode if you do not operate one of

the paddle levers again within a short period.

– If the vehicle drives into an obstacle, e.g. a

higher curb, the vehicle will no longer creep

and it may roll back slightly - risk of acci-

dent! Creeping can be reactivated with the

accelerator or by changing the transmission

position/driving program.

Information on manual gear selection

– The gearbox only allows manual gear changes if

the engine speed would remain within the per-

missible range.

– The gearbox automatically shifts up or down in-

to the next gear before a critical engine speed

is reached.

– Do not press the accelerator before select-

ing a transmission position with the vehicle

stationary and the drive system switched on

– risk of accident!

– Never select transmission position R when

driving at normal speeds – risk of accident!

– The vehicle can roll away even if it is switch-

ed off.

Information on the accelerator pedal

You can use the accelerator pedal to increase the

vehicle’s speed.

Maximum acceleration

Manual gear selection

A kick-down function is available for maximum

engine output and acceleration if you press the

accelerator all the way down.

Applies to vehicles with boost function: In driving

programs D and S, the electric motor may cut in

briefly when the accelerator pedal is pressed

heavily. The availability of this function depends,

among other things, on the charge level of the

high-voltage battery and the temperature of the

drive components. The function may also be au-

tomatically activated earlier in Audi drive select

comfort or dynamic mode, depending on the

amount of power required.

Fig. 72 Steering wheel: Paddle levers

You can change gear manually in transmission

position D. The gearbox must be in tiptronic

mode. Depending on the active Audi drive select

mode, it may be possible to switch to manual

gear selection mode both when the vehicle is sta-

tionary and when it is moving.

WARNING

The driven wheels may start to spin when you

use the kick-down function, causing the vehi-

cle to lose grip, on slippery or wet roads – risk

of accident!

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Driving

Using the launch control

CAUTION

The launch control gives you optimum accelera-

tion when starting from a standstill.

Accelerating with the launch control places a

heavy load on all parts of the vehicle. This can

result in increased wear and tear.

Availability

– Do not use the launch control when the ve-

hicle is in towing mode as this could result

in damage to the vehicle, trailer and load.

Whether this function is available depends on

the availability of the drive components.

Some vehicle components may be hot after accel-

erating with the launch control. In this case, the

function may not be available for several mi-

nutes. This is to avoid damage. The launch con-

trol will be available again after a cool-down peri-

od.

Driver messages about the selector lever

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

 Gearbox overheating: please adapt driving

style

Important

– The engine must be warm.

The gearbox temperature has risen significantly.

Drive more passively or take a break until the

temperature is back to normal and the indicator

lamp has gone out.

– The steering wheel must be pointing straight

ahead.

– The hold function must be deactivated.

– The ESC must be restricted.

 Selector lever: fault. You can continue driv-

ing in current position until drive system off

– Driving program S must be selected and Audi

drive select must be set to dynamic mode.

A gearbox malfunction has occurred. The gearbox

will switch to the back-up programme. If you

switch the drive system off, you will not be able

to engage any other transmission positions after

the drive system is switched on again. Drive to a

qualified workshop without delay and have the

fault rectified.

Using the launch control

– Press the brake pedal with your left foot and

hold it down for at least one second.

– Keeping the brake pedal pressed, quickly press

the accelerator all the way down with your right

foot (kick-down function).

– The following driver message will appear:

Launch control programme: activated. When

the engine revs are high and steady, take your

foot off the brake.

 Selector lever: fault. Transmission mode can

only be changed using both paddle levers.

Please contact workshop

A selector lever malfunction has occurred. You

can continue driving but the selector lever is out

of operation. The transmission positions can only

be selected by simultaneously pulling both pad-

dle levers briefly while the vehicle is stationary.

Transmission position P will be selected automat-

ically when you switch the drive system off. Drive

to a qualified workshop without delay and have

the fault rectified.

Once the launch control or acceleration process is

complete, please remember to fully activate the

ESC again.

WARNING

Only use the launch control when road and

traffic conditions permit, and make sure your

driving style and acceleration do not incon-

venience or endanger other road users. The

driven wheels may start to spin, causing the

vehicle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or

wet roads – risk of accident!

 Selector lever: fault. You can continue driv-

ing. Please contact workshop soon



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Driving

A selector lever malfunction has occurred. Drive

to a qualified workshop soon and have the fault

rectified.

switch automatically between electric driving and

hybrid driving.

Using recuperation

 Parking lock: fault. Please contact workshop

Depending on the vehicle’s equipment, the vehi-

cle may be able to recover energy via recupera-

tion. A large amount of the kinetic energy is

thereby converted into electrical energy and stor-

ed in the battery of the hybrid drive system. The

recuperation process causes the vehicle to decel-

erate in addition to the engine braking effect. De-

pending on the selected transmission position,

the recuperation feature may be activated when

you take your foot off the accelerator or press the

brake pedal.

A parking lock malfunction has occurred. You can

continue driving. However, you should drive to a

qualified workshop soon and have the fault recti-

fied. Secure the vehicle so that it cannot roll away

ðpage 99.

 P button: fault. Auto P when drive system

switched off. Please contact workshop

A malfunction has occurred on the P button on

the selector lever. Transmission position P will be

selected automatically when you switch the drive

system off. Drive to a qualified workshop without

delay and have the fault rectified.

Because the recuperation feature is used to slow

the vehicle down when you press the brake pedal,

the brakes are only used in addition as necessary.

This means that, by adopting a moderate driving

style, it is possible to brake the vehicle almost

down to a standstill using the recuperation func-

tion.

 P cannot be selected. Vehicle may roll away!

Please contact workshop

It is no longer possible to engage the parking

lock. Drive to a qualified workshop without delay

and have the fault rectified. Before leaving the

vehicle, secure it to prevent it from rolling away

ðpage 99.

Switching automatic recuperation on/off

You can switch automatic recuperation on/off in

the Car menu depending on the active Audi drive

select mode ðpage 26.

Engine

Information on running in

When this function is switched on, the recupera-

tion braking effect is based on predictive control,

e.g. allowing for the road or traffic ahead, de-

pending on the vehicle's equipment.

A new vehicle should be run in over the first

1,500 km so that all moving parts can settle in

together gently and the service life of the engine

and other powertrain components can be in-

creased.

When this function is switched off, predictive

control is not used when the vehicle is coasting

and the vehicle is controlled based on the selec-

ted transmission position instead.

For the first 1,000 km, do not exceed two thirds

of the engine’s maximum rpm speed and do not

accelerate at full throttle. You can increase the

engine speed gradually over the next 500 km.

When the ESC is restricted or switched off, the

automatic recuperation is unavailable and there

will be no braking effect.

Information on conventional and mild

hybrid drive

WARNING

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!

Vehicles with conventional drive systems or mild

hybrid drive are powered by a combustion engine

which burns fuel to generate energy.

Vehicles with mild hybrid drive are equipped with

additional battery technology. These vehicles

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Driving

ronment and those around you, particularly at

night.

Information on the vehicle sound

Electric motors are much quieter than combus-

tion engines. To make the vehicle more audible

when driving under electric power, an artificial

vehicle sound is produced on models for some

countries. The vehicle sound is faded out at high-

er speeds.

Information on energy management

Your vehicle is equipped with a smart energy

management system to control the distribution

of electrical energy. This significantly improves

reliability when starting the engine, and also pro-

longs the life of the vehicle battery.

WARNING

Other road users may not hear an electric ve-

hicle when it is moving. This applies in partic-

ular in areas with traffic calming measures,

when manoeuvring or reversing – risk of acci-

dent!

If the vehicle is driven frequently on short trips,

the battery may not be sufficiently charged while

driving. In this case, certain convenience func-

tions for electrical equipment may be temporari-

ly unavailable.

If the vehicle is left standing for long periods, or

if electrical equipment is used without running

the engine, the battery will gradually lose its

charge. To ensure that the vehicle can be started,

the electrical equipment is powered back or

switched off.

Driving in an efficient and environmentally

conscious way

Fuel and energy economy, environmental impact

and wear on the power unit, brakes and tyres de-

pend largely on the way you drive the vehicle. You

can drive in an efficient and environmentally con-

scious way by considering the following tips:

Driver messages about the drive system

– Select efficiency mode in Audi drive select.

– Activate the predictive efficiency messages.

– Switch off any electrical equipment you do not

need (e.g. seat heating).

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:



Drive system: fault. Safely stop vehicle

– Anticipate the traffic conditions to avoid unnec-

essary acceleration and braking.

– Avoid driving at high speeds.

A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.

The vehicle must not be driven any further. Con-

tinuing to drive can cause damage to the drive

system. Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon

as possible. Before leaving the vehicle, secure it

to prevent it from rolling away ðpage 99. Seek

professional assistance.

– Remove ballast, such as roof racks or rear carri-

ers, when not needed.

– Make sure the tyres are inflated to the correct

pressure.

– Have the vehicle serviced regularly.

– Do not leave the engine running while the car is

stopped.



Drive system: fault. Please contact work-

shop

– Do not use winter tyres in summer.

– Brake early and evenly in order to use the recu-

peration function.

A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.

The vehicle’s performance may be limited. Drive

slowly to a qualified workshop and have the fault

rectified.

– Make use of the start/stop system.

– Make use of the engine braking effect.

– Avoid short trips.



Drive system: fault. Limited performance.

Please contact workshop



Sporty driving can lead to significantly higher

noise emissions. Please therefore be aware of

your social responsibilities and consider the envi-

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Driving

Switching the start/stop system off and on

A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.

The power output is limited. Drive slowly to a

qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.

The  button is located in the centre console

above the selector lever. The button lights up

when the function is switched off. Depending on

the engine, it may not be possible to switch the

start/stop system off/on.



Drive system: fault. Limited performance.

No reverse gear. Please contact workshop

A malfunction has occurred in the drive system.

The power output is limited. You can no longer

engage reverse gear. Drive slowly to a qualified

workshop and have the fault rectified.

►

Press  to switch the function on/off.

If you switch off the system during a stop phase,

the engine will start again automatically.



Drive system: warning! Performance tempo-

Basic conditions

rarily restricted. Please adapt driving style. See

owner's manual

– The driver's door and bonnet must be closed.

– Transmission position P, N or D must be selec-

ted.

The performance is temporarily restricted due to

the ambient temperature or the temperature of

the drive components. Adjust your driving style

accordingly.

– The steering wheel must be relatively straight.

– The vehicle must have been moving at over

3 km/h since the last stop.



Vehicle sound: fault. Vehicle inaudible to pe-

Information on the start/stop system

destrians. Please contact workshop

– In certain situations, the engine may stop earli-

er while the vehicle is still coasting.

A vehicle sound fault has occurred. Drive ex-

tremely carefully, as other road users may not be

able to hear the vehicle under electric power.

Drive to a qualified workshop without delay and

have the fault rectified.

– If you select transmission position D after se-

lecting reverse gear, the car must have been

moving at over 10 km/h before the system can

switch off the engine again. This allows you to

manoeuvre the vehicle without the engine be-

ing switched off.

Start/stop system

Introduction

CAUTION

The start/stop system can help to save fuel and

Always switch off the start/stop system be-

fore driving through water.

reduce CO emissions. In start/stop mode, the

2

engine is switched off automatically when the ve-

hicle stops, e.g. at traffic lights.

Switching off/starting the engine

If certain conditions are met, the engine may be

switched off before the vehicle has come to a

standstill. If the brake pedal is released or the ac-

celerator pedal is pressed in this case, the engine

starts and delivers power again.

►

Apply the brakes and keep your foot on the

brake pedal until the vehicle is stationary. The

indicator lamp  will appear in the instrument

cluster as soon as the engine has been switched

off automatically.

The engine will start again automatically when

you take your foot off the brake pedal. The indi-

cator lamp will go out.

The ignition and important supporting systems,

e.g. the brake servo, remain available during the

stop phase. The engine is automatically started

on demand.

►

If the parking brake is applied or the hold func-

tion is switched on, the engine will only restart

when you press the accelerator pedal.

The start/stop system is automatically activated

each time you switch on the ignition.



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Driving

Information on switching off/starting the

engine

This message appears if certain conditions have

not been met during the stop phase and the

start/stop system cannot start the engine again

– Keep your foot on the brake pedal during a stop

phase to prevent the vehicle from moving.

START ENGINE STOP

automatically. The

button

must be used to start the engine.

– If you press the

button

during a stop phase, the ignition will be switch-

ed off.

Brakes

– If you briefly leave the vehicle during a stop

phase and then get back in, you will need to

close the driver's door and fasten your seat belt

for the engine to start again.

Introduction

You can use the brake pedal to slow the vehicle

down. The braking effect of the brake pedal may

be affected by the automatic recuperation if this

is switched on.

– You can control whether or not the engine is

switched off by varying the amount of pressure

on the brake pedal. For instance, if you brake

gently in stop-and-go traffic or before turning

off at a junction, the engine will remain on

while the vehicle is at a standstill. As soon as

you press the brake pedal harder, the engine

will be switched off.

Noises

Brake noise may develop in certain situations, de-

pending on the speed, braking force and ambient

conditions (such as temperature and relative hu-

midity).

The brake system performs system tests at regu-

lar intervals while the vehicle is stationary and

shortly after the vehicle starts moving. Noises

may occur temporarily and haptic feedback may

be felt on the brake pedal.

Information on automatic starting/

stopping of the engine

Before and during each stop phase, the system

checks that certain conditions have been met and

decides whether to switch off the engine and for

how long. For instance, the engine is not switch-

ed off if the power consumption is high. Whether

or not the engine is started/stopped automatical-

ly depends on factors such as the following:

Braking effect

To ensure an optimum braking effect, the brake

pads are applied to the brake discs briefly at high

speeds when the windscreen wipers are on.

If the brake system is wet, e.g. after driving in

heavy rain, the braking effect may be delayed.

Further causes of a temporary increase in brake

response time include:

– Ambient conditions (downhill/uphill gradient,

altitude and temperature)

– Battery (charge level, temperature and power

consumption)

– Air conditioner

– Wet conditions

– Engine temperature

– Low temperatures, ice and snow

– Salted roads

– Driver assist systems

– Driving style

– Dirty brake pads

Corrosion

Driver messages about the start/stop

system

Corrosion can form on the brake discs if the car is

used infrequently, or if you only drive low mile-

ages. In this case, you can clean the brake discs

by braking firmly a few times from a moderately

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

high speed ð

.



Drive system: please start vehicle manually

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Driving

Brake pads

CAUTION

New brake pads do not give full braking effect for

the first 400 km, they must first be “bedded in”.

However, you can compensate for the slightly re-

duced braking effect by applying more pressure

on the brake pedal. Avoid placing a heavy load on

the brakes during the running-in period.

– Never let the brakes “drag” by leaving your

foot on the pedal when you do not really in-

tend to brake. This can cause the brakes to

overheat, resulting in longer stopping dis-

tances and greater wear.

– Please observe the important safety warn-

ings on driving on gradients ðpage 110.

This is especially important when towing a

trailer or caravan.

The rate of wear on the brake pads depends a

great deal on how you drive and the conditions in

which the vehicle is operated. For example, the

rate of wear will increase if the vehicle is used

frequently in city traffic, for short distances, or

for hard driving with abrupt starts and stops.

Driver messages about the brake system

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Multicollision brake assist system

The multicollision brake assist system can help to

reduce the risk of skidding and further collisions

during an accident. If the airbag control unit de-

tects that a collision has taken place, the ESC sys-

tem applies the brakes.

 Brakes: fault. Safely stop vehicle

A malfunction has occurred in the brake system.

If  and  also light up, this means that the

ABS, ESC and brake force distribution systems

have failed. You need to apply much more force

to operate the brakes if the brake servo fails.

The vehicle will not be braked automatically if:

– you apply the accelerator, or

– the brake pressure applied by pressing the

brake pedal is higher than the brake pressure

initiated by the system, or

Do not drive on. Seek professional assistance.

Please refer to the additional safety information

ð

.

– the ESC, the brake system or the vehicle's elec-

trical system are not fully functional.

 Brakes: function restricted. You can drive on

carefully. Please contact workshop

WARNING

A malfunction has occurred in the brake system.

There is a risk that the braking effect may be de-

layed. Drive to a qualified workshop without de-

lay and have the fault rectified.

– When applying the brakes to clean off de-

posits on the pads and discs, select a clear,

dry road. Be sure not to endanger other road

users; do not risk an accident.

 Brake pads: wear limit reached. You can con-

– All brake repairs must be carried out by a

qualified workshop working to the specifica-

tions of the Audi factory – risk of injury! Im-

proper repairs can also impair the function

of the system.

tinue driving. Please contact workshop

The brake pads are worn. Drive to a qualified

workshop soon and have the brake pads checked.

 Brake servo: restricted. You can continue

– Never let the vehicle coast with the power

unit switched off (this can cause accidents).

– If you wish to equip the vehicle with accesso-

ries such as a front spoiler or wheel covers,

it is important that the flow of air to the

brakes is not obstructed; otherwise the

brakes can overheat – risk of accident!

driving. Please contact workshop

There is a malfunction in the brake servo. The

brake servo remains available with reduced ca-

pacity. The brakes may perform differently than

usual. Drive to a qualified workshop without de-

lay and have the fault rectified.

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Driving

Brake servo will be deactivated shortly. See

owner's manual

for concern. Noises may also occur when the ve-

hicle is stationary due to automatic test cycles.

The brake servo remains active for a short time

after the vehicle is switched off. Secure the vehi-

cle so that it cannot roll away ðpage 99.

Applying the parking brake via the button

Press the  button. The parking brake will be

applied. Transmission position P (parking lock)

will be selected.

Brake cleaning function active

The recuperation function is blocked in certain

weather conditions or if parts of the brake sys-

tem have recently been replaced to ensure that

the full braking effect is provided.

When  appears, the parking brake is keeping

the vehicle stationary. You can now take your foot

off the brake pedal.

If the red warning lamp flashes, insufficient brak-

ing force has been applied. Take additional meas-

ures to secure the vehicle so that it cannot roll

away when parked ðpage 99.

 Brakes: hot. Please adapt driving style

The brakes have been used intensively. This may

be because you left your foot on the brake pedal

or adopted a dynamic driving style, for example.

You can continue driving. Adapt your driving style

to reduce the load on the brakes.

Applying/releasing the parking brake via the

MMI

You can apply and release the parking brake man-

ually, independently of transmission position P

(parking lock).

 Brakes: risk of overheating. Please select D

and use recuperation

►

The brakes have been used intensively while driv-

ing downhill for an extended period. Follow the

instructions in the driver message to use the re-

cuperation function and take the load off the

brakes.

Select:  > Car > More > Electromechanical

parking brake.

To avoid noises when driving off, do not release

the parking brake manually when the vehicle is

parked on a hill or is heavily loaded.

WARNING

Putting the vehicle in neutral (to allow it to

roll)

If the ABS, ESC and brake force distribution

systems fail, input from the functions that

stabilise the vehicle is no longer available.

This could cause the vehicle to skid sideways.

Do not drive on. Seek professional assistance.

To prevent the parking brake from being applied

automatically (e.g. in a tunnel car wash), proceed

as follows:

Important: The vehicle must be stationary and

must be switched on. Press the brake pedal and

select transmission position N.

Electromechanical

parking brake

►

Confirm the message on the MMI, or

►

Select:  > Car > More > Ability to roll > Make

Operating the parking brake

vehicle able to roll after exit.

When you leave the vehicle, it will still be able

to roll.

The  button is located in the centre console

above the selector lever ðpage 99, Fig. 71.

►

To prevent the vehicle from rolling away again,

press the  button.

To activate/deactivate the message display

The electromechanical parking brake is intended

to prevent the vehicle from rolling away acciden-

tally.

►

when neutral (N) is selected, select:  > Vehi-

cle > More > Ability to roll > Show pop-up in

position N.

Any noises heard when the parking brake is ap-

plied or released are quite normal and no cause

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Driving

In certain situations, such as when parking on a

hill, the hold function is deactivated automatical-

ly to enable manoeuvring. If you want to activate

the hold function again, press the brake pedal

again more firmly.

WARNING

– Always ensure that the vehicle is stopped

properly and safely – risk of accident!

– If the parking brake is engaged, it may be re-

leased automatically if the accelerator pedal

is pressed. Take care when pressing the ac-

celerator pedal and always make sure that

position P is selected when you park the ve-

hicle – risk of accident!

When the hold function is switched on, it stops

the vehicle from creeping forwards when you

take your foot off the brake pedal.

WARNING

– If the electrical power supply fails, it is not

possible to apply the parking brake (if it was

released) or to release the parking brake (if

it was applied). Before leaving the vehicle,

secure it to prevent it from rolling away

ðpage 99. Seek professional assistance.

– The hold function cannot keep the vehicle

stationary in all conditions on a gradient

(e.g. if the road is slippery or icy). Always be

ready to apply the brakes when using the

hold function.

– Always ensure that the vehicle is stopped

properly and safely – risk of accident!

CAUTION

The parking brake must not be allowed to be

applied automatically in a tunnel car wash.

Make sure that the vehicle is free to roll. Do

not switch the vehicle off – risk of damage!

CAUTION

If you come to a standstill without pressing

the brake pedal on a steep road, the vehicle

may roll back slightly before the hold function

holds the vehicle. In this case, you should

press the brake pedal.

Using the hold function

This function can help you to move off easily, for

example at traffic lights, on inclines or in stop-

start traffic.

Using the emergency braking function

You should only use the emergency braking func-

tion in a real emergency, for example if the brake

system were to fail or if the brake pedal were to

be obstructed. If you use the emergency braking

function, this has the same effect as heavy brak-

ing.

The hold function is generally activated automat-

ically on gradients when the vehicle is stationary.

The indicator lamp  will light up.

Important: The driver's door must be closed

and/or the driver's seat belt must be buckled.

The drive system must be switched on and trans-

mission position D or R or driving program S

must be selected.

►

Press and hold the  button while the vehicle

is moving.

►

A warning buzzer will sound and the emergency

Depending on the situation, you may need to ac-

tivate the hold function yourself.

braking procedure will be triggered.

If you release the button or press the accelera-

►

tor pedal, the emergency braking procedure

will be cancelled.

►

With the vehicle stationary, press and hold the

brake pedal.

►

Now increase the pressure on the brake pedal.

WARNING

►

When  appears, the vehicle is being held

automatically. You can now take your foot off

the brake pedal.

Press the accelerator pedal to drive off.

Heavy braking in corners or in bad road or

weather conditions can cause the vehicle to

skid or lose steering control – risk of accident!

►

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Driving

The vehicle can no longer be held stationary.

Press the brake to prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing away.

Driver messages about the electrome-

chanical parking brake

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Special driving situations

Information on driving on hills and

gradients

 Parking brake: fault. Safely stop vehicle. See

owner's manual

Please follow the tips below when driving on hills

and gradients or at high altitudes:

 Parking brake: fault. Please release parking

brake

– Drive slowly and be ready for possible hazards.

– Do not try to turn round if you can’t make it up

a hill or gradient. Instead, drive back down in

reverse gear.

If one of these two messages appears, there is a

parking brake fault. If this message appears

while the vehicle is stationary, check whether the

parking brake can be released and reapplied. If

so, switch the vehicle off and on again.

– When driving down steep gradients, the down-

hill speed control function may be activated if

you press the brake pedal while in transmission

position D. The automatic gearbox will then se-

lect a suitable gear for the gradient and will at-

tempt to maintain the speed at which the vehi-

cle was travelling when the brakes were ap-

plied. You should still continue to use the

brakes as necessary. Downhill speed control is

deactivated as soon as the road levels out again

or you accelerate.

If the driver message still appears, if the parking

brake cannot be released or if the driver message

appears while the vehicle is moving, do not con-

tinue driving. Before leaving the vehicle, secure it

to prevent it from rolling away ðpage 99. Seek

professional assistance.

 Parking brake: fault. Please contact work-

shop

 Hold system: currently unavailable. See

owner's manual

– When driving down steep gradients, use the en-

gine braking effect by selecting driving pro-

gram S. This is especially important when tow-

ing a trailer or caravan. This will reduce the load

on the brakes.

There is a malfunction in the parking brake or

hold function. Drive to a qualified workshop with-

out delay to have the fault rectified. Do not park

the vehicle on a slope and secure the vehicle so it

cannot roll away ðpage 99.

– Use the hold function if appropriate.

WARNING

Parking brake: caution! Vehicle parked too

steep

– Drive only on gradients for which your vehi-

cle is designed. Do not exceed the vehicle’s

available climbing power. Your vehicle could

tip over or slide away.

Hold system: caution! Incline is too steep

If one of these two driver messages appears, the

braking force may not be sufficient to prevent the

vehicle from rolling away. Park the vehicle at a lo-

cation with a gradient that is less steep.

– Keep the vehicle straight when driving on

steep hills and gradients. If your vehicle is in

danger of tipping over, you must steer in the

direction of the gradient immediately – risk

of accident!

Parking brake is applied

The parking brake is applied. Press and hold the

brake pedal and release the parking brake.

– Always be ready to apply the brakes when

using the downhill speed control.



Please take over.

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Driving

Information on driving through water

If you cannot avoid driving on a flooded road, you

should follow the advice below:

– Check the type of road surface under the water,

the strength of the current and the depth of

the water. The water must not be higher than

the vehicle's underbody, even allowing for

landslides, strong currents and waves.

– Deactivate the start/stop system.

– Drive carefully and not faster than walking pace

so that any waves created by the movement of

the car do not splash over the underbody. Bear

in mind that waves can also be created by on-

coming traffic.

– Do not stop the car in water.

– Do not drive in reverse.

– Do not switch off the drive system.

WARNING

After driving through water, carefully apply

the brakes to dry them and restore the full

braking power.

CAUTION

– Parts of the vehicle (e.g. drive system, gear-

box, running gear or electrical components)

can be badly damaged when driving through

water.

– Avoid driving through salt water to prevent

corrosion. If any vehicle parts come into

contact with salt water, rinse them with

fresh water – risk of damage!

111

Handling dynamics

comfort – alters the vehicle set-up for a more

comfortable ride and is suitable for long motor-

way trips, for instance. The mode is cancelled

again when you switch the vehicle off.

Handling dynamics

Audi drive select

Introduction

efficiency – adjusts the vehicle settings to an eco-

nomical driving style. Driving program E is selec-

ted. The mode is cancelled again when you switch

the vehicle off.

Audi drive select allows you to use different set-

ups on your vehicle. You can switch between dif-

ferent driving modes, e.g. from a dynamic set-up

to a comfortable one. In addition, you can adapt

the set-up of individual systems to suit your per-

sonal driving style.

Information on individual settings

The equipment installed on your vehicle deter-

mines which systems you can select:

Selecting an Audi drive select mode

Steering

The  button is located in the centre console

above the selector lever.

The degree of power assistance can be set from

comfortable to dynamic.

►

Press the  button repeatedly until the de-

sired mode appears in the instrument cluster or

on the MMI, or

Air suspension with damping control

The suspension is set for a firmer or more com-

fortable ride depending on the road surface.

►

Press the  button and press the desired

mode on the MMI.

The air suspension adjusts the vehicle’s ground

clearance according to the setting.

You can change the mode while the vehicle is sta-

tionary or moving. If traffic conditions permit,

briefly take your foot off the accelerator after

changing the mode so that the new mode is also

activated for the power unit.

Driver assist

During assisted driving, depending on vehicle

equipment, the driving behaviour of the adaptive

cruise control and the predictive cruise control

can be changed between comfortable and dy-

namic.

The following options are available, depending

on the equipment in your vehicle:

balanced – provides a good balance between ride

comfort and dynamic performance for everyday

use. Press  to configure the individual mode to

your preferred vehicle set-up ðpage 112, Infor-

mation on individual settings. This personalised

mode will then replace balanced mode in the

Audi drive select menu. Audi recommends bal-

anced mode for everyday use.

Audi virtual cockpit layout

The layout of the instrument cluster can be

changed.

Suspension

Operating the air suspension

individual – allows you to adjust selected vehicle

systems as desired. This personalised mode will

then replace balanced mode in the Audi drive se-

lect menu. If you reset all the vehicle systems in

the individual menu to balanced, the standard

balanced mode will be restored.

The air suspension is an electronically controlled

shock absorber and vehicle level regulating sys-

tem. The characteristics of the suspension are au-

tomatically adapted to the road conditions and

the driving situation via the damping control. The

system compensates for differences in vehicle

load. In addition, the ride height is adjusted in

stages depending on the vehicle’s speed in order

to reduce air resistance at high speeds and to

dynamic – gives the vehicle a tighter set-up. Driv-

ing program S is selected. The mode is cancelled

again when you switch the vehicle off.

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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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Handling dynamics

Suspension: fault. You can continue driving



safe place as soon as possible. Do not drive on.

Seek professional assistance.

A malfunction has occurred. Driving characteris-

tics may be restricted. Drive to a qualified work-

shop soon.

You can drive on if the warning lamp only lights

up briefly.



Air suspension: fault. Please contact work-

 Steering: fault. Please stop vehicle. Note

shop

distance to side

A malfunction has occurred. The vehicle’s stabili-

ty may be restricted and the ground clearance

may be low. Drive to a qualified workshop soon.

The rear wheel steering may have failed. The ve-

hicle may require more road clearance at the side

and the turning circle may be much larger. Re-

duce your speed without delay and stop the vehi-

cle in a safe place as soon as possible with ade-

quate side clearance. Do not drive on. Seek pro-

fessional assistance.

Steering

Introduction

The electromechanical steering assists you when

steering the vehicle by adapting the degree of

power assistance electronically, depending on

the speed. The settings depend on the Audi drive

select mode selected.

 Steering: fault. Please stop vehicle

There is a malfunction in the electronic steering

lock. The vehicle can no longer be switched on.

Before leaving the vehicle, secure it to prevent it

from rolling away ðpage 99. Do not have the ve-

hicle towed away, because you won't be able to

steer it. Seek professional assistance.

Progressive steering

For increased dynamic performance and vehicle

handling, the steering ratio is varied depending

on the steering input. The more the steering

wheel is turned, the more direct the steering re-

sponse. This facilitates manoeuvring and pro-

vides precise steering feedback at high speeds.

 Steering: fault. You can continue driving

There is a fault in the steering system. The steer-

ing may be heavier or its response may be more

sensitive than usual. Adjust your driving style ac-

cordingly. Have the steering checked by a quali-

fied workshop without delay. Please note that

the red warning lamp may appear if you restart

the drive system, and in this case you must not

continue driving.

All-wheel steering

The ability to steer the rear wheels in addition to

the front wheels enhances the dynamic perform-

ance and vehicle handling. At low speeds, the

turning circle is made smaller by steering the

rear wheels in the opposite direction to the front

wheels. At high speeds, the vehicle handling and

stability are improved by steering the rear wheels

in the same direction as the front wheels.

You can drive on if the indicator lamp only lights

up briefly.

 Steering: fault. Adapt driving style. Turning

circle larger

The rear wheel steering may have failed. The ve-

hicle will have a larger turning circle and the han-

dling in corners will be the same as on vehicles

without rear wheel steering. Drive carefully to a

qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.

Driver messages about the steering

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

 Steering lock: fault. Please contact work-

shop

 Steering: fault. Please stop vehicle

There is a malfunction in the electronic steering

lock. Drive to a qualified workshop soon and have

the fault rectified.

The power assistance may have failed. Adapt your

driving style immediately to allow for the possi-

bility of heavy steering and stop the vehicle in a

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Handling dynamics

Information on the sport differential

WARNING

Your vehicle must not be towed if there is a

fault in the electronic steering lock – risk of

accident!

The sport differential varies the distribution of

power between the driven wheels on the rear

axle according to the prevailing conditions. A

high level of agility and acceleration is therefore

achieved during cornering, while the vehicle re-

sponds well to steering input. The settings de-

pend on the Audi drive select mode selected.

Four-wheel drive

(quattro)

Introduction

Driver messages about the four-wheel drive

The four-wheel drive system varies the distribu-

tion of power to the front and rear axles and thus

improves the vehicle’s handling characteristics. It

interacts with a selective wheel torque control,

which may intervene when cornering ðpage 116.

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

 Dynamic driving system: fault. Function re-

This combination gives the car exceptional han-

dling capabilities – both on normal roads and in

more difficult conditions, such as snow and ice.

Even so (or perhaps especially for this reason), it

is important to observe certain safety points

stricted. Please contact workshop

The function is restricted. You can continue driv-

ing carefully. Drive to a qualified workshop soon.

 Dynamic driving system: overheating.

ð

.

Please adapt driving style

The temperature of the drive system has risen

significantly. You should avoid performance driv-

ing until the temperature drops to the normal

level and the indicator lamp goes out.

quattro ultra

If four-wheel drive is not required for the current

road conditions, the rear part of the drive train is

uncoupled in order to save fuel. The system con-

tinuously analyses whether four-wheel drive is re-

quired. This allows the rear part of the drive train

to be recoupled shortly before it is needed.

 Four-wheel drive: please check tyres. See

owner's manual

A difference in the rolling circumferences of the

front and rear tyres has been detected. All four

wheels must be fitted with tyres of the same

type, size (rolling circumference) and tread pat-

tern. Check the tyres and correct the tyre pres-

sures if necessary. If the indicator lamp does not

disappear, contact a qualified workshop.

WARNING

– Even with four-wheel drive, you should al-

ways adjust your speed to suit the condi-

tions – risk of accident!

– The braking ability of your car is limited by

the grip of the tyres. In this respect, your car

is no different from a car without four-wheel

drive. Therefore, do not be tempted to drive

too fast – risk of accident!

Electronic stabilisation

control

– On wet roads bear in mind that the front

wheels may start to “aquaplane” and lose

contact with the road if the car is driven too

fast. If this should happen, there will be no

sudden increase in engine speed, as with a

front-wheel drive car. Therefore, do not

drive too fast in the wet: adjust your speed

to suit the conditions (accident risk).

Introduction

The electronic stabilisation control (ESC) increa-

ses the car's stability. It reduces the tendency to

skid and improves the stability and roadholding

of the vehicle. The ESC detects critical handling

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Handling dynamics

Steering assistance

situations, such as understeer, oversteer, wheel-

spin on the driven wheels or any danger of the ve-

hicle tipping over.

The ESC can also intervene via the steering in or-

der to stabilise the vehicle.

The system stabilises the vehicle by braking indi-

vidual wheels or by reducing the engine torque.

WARNING

– The grip provided by the ESC and the inte-

grated systems is still subject to the physi-

cal limits of adhesion. Always bear this in

mind, especially on wet or slippery roads. If

you notice the systems cutting in, you

should reduce your speed immediately to

suit the road and traffic conditions. Do not

let the extra safety provided tempt you into

taking any risks when driving – risk of acci-

dent!

The ABS and ASR systems can only work properly

if all four tyres have a similar degree of wear. Any

differences in the rolling circumference of the

tyres can cause the system to reduce engine pow-

er when this is not desired.

The systems can make noises when they inter-

vene.

The stabilisation functions integrated in the ESC

system include the following:

– Remember that the accident risk always in-

creases if you drive fast, especially in cor-

ners or on a wet or slippery road, or if you

follow too close behind the vehicle in front

of you. Please bear in mind that even the

ESC and the integrated systems cannot com-

pensate for the increased accident risk.

– When accelerating on a uniformly slippery

surface (for instance all four wheels on ice

or snow), press the accelerator gradually

and carefully. The driven wheels may other-

wise start to spin (in spite of the integrated

control systems), which would impair the

car's stability and could lead to an accident.

– Increasing the load the vehicle is carrying –

particularly its roof load – raises the vehi-

cle’s centre of gravity and therefore also in-

creases the risk of the vehicle tipping over.

Adapt your driving style to suit the condi-

tions and avoid performing any dynamic ma-

noeuvres – risk of accident!

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

ABS prevents the wheels from locking up under

braking until the vehicle has reached a virtual

standstill. You can continue to steer the vehicle

even when the brakes are on full. Keep your foot

on the brake pedal and do not pump the brakes.

There may be noises while the anti-lock brake

system is working.

Traction control system (ASR)

In the event of wheelspin, the traction control

system reduces the torque to match the amount

of grip available. This increases driving stability.

Electronic differential lock (EDL)

When the EDL detects wheelspin, it brakes the

spinning wheels and directs the power to the

other wheels. This function is not available at

high speeds.

To prevent the disc brake of the braked wheel

from overheating, the EDL cuts out automatically

if subjected to excessive loads. The vehicle can

still be driven. The EDL will switch on again auto-

matically when the brake has cooled down.

Using the electronic stabilisation control

The  button (  on some vehicles) for operat-

ing the ESC is located in the centre console above

the selector lever. The ESC is switched on auto-

matically when the vehicle is switched on.

Selective wheel torque control

The selective wheel torque control function inter-

venes when cornering by braking the wheels on

the inside of the bend individually as required.

This enables precision cornering.

Restricting the ESC

In certain situations it may be appropriate to re-

strict the stabilisation functions of the ESC so

that the wheels can spin – for example, when

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Handling dynamics

rocking the car backwards and forwards to free it,

or when driving with snow chains fitted. The ESC

can also be restricted if reduced stabilisation in-

put is desired during performance driving.

Driver messages about the electronic

stabilisation control

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

– To restrict the ESC, press the  button brief-

ly. The indicator lamp  will light up.

– To reactivate the full range of ESC stabilisation

functions, press the button again. The indicator

lamp will go out.

  Stabilisation control (ESC/ABS): fault!

See owner's manual

There is a fault in the ABS or EDL. This will also

cause an ESC malfunction. The vehicle can still be

braked in the normal way (however the ABS con-

trol function will be out of action).

Switching off the ESC

For more active control of the vehicle with no in-

put from the ESC stabilisation functions, the ESC

system can be switched off completely.

Drive to a qualified workshop without delay and

have the fault rectified.

– To switch off the ESC, press and hold the 

button for more than 3 seconds. The indicator

lamps  and   will light up.

Further indicator lamps

If  flashes while the vehicle is in motion, the

ESC is intervening. Noises may be heard while

this is happening. If the indicator lamp lights up

permanently, the ESC system has been switched

off for system reasons. If the indicator lamp goes

out, this means the system is fully functional.

– To reactivate the full range of ESC stabilisation

functions, press the button again. The indicator

lamps will go out.

Information on the electronic stabilisation

control

– Systems which can apply the brakes automati-

cally may be partially or completely unavailable

if the ESC is restricted, switched off or malfunc-

tioning.

– If there are faults in other systems or if specific

driver assist systems are active, the ESC must

be switched on for system-related reasons. The

ESC is switched on automatically if necessary

and cannot be operated via the button in this

case.

WARNING

– If the ESC has been switched off or if its

functions have been restricted, the vehicle

will not be stabilised at all or will only be

stabilised to a limited degree. The driven

wheels may start to spin, causing the vehicle

to lose grip, in particular on slippery or wet

roads – risk of accident!

– Only drive the vehicle with the ESC switched

off or with restricted functions if this is nec-

essary. You should switch the ESC on again

as soon as possible.

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The maximum trailer weights listed are only ap-

plicable for altitudes up to 1000 m above sea lev-

el. With increasing altitude the engine power and

therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired

because of the reduced air density, so the maxi-

mum trailer weight has to be reduced according-

ly. The weight of the car and trailer must be re-

duced by about 10 % for every further 1000 m

(or part thereof). The actual trailer weight is the

combined weight of the (loaded) vehicle and (loa-

ded) trailer.

Towing a trailer

Driving the vehicle with a

trailer or caravan

Introduction

If the car is supplied with a factory-fitted towing

bracket it will already have the necessary techni-

cal modifications and meet the statutory require-

ments. When towing a trailer or caravan, always

observe the statutory requirements and follow

the manufacturer’s instructions for operation

and driving.

Draw bar weight

The vertical load exerted by the trailer draw bar

on the ball joint of the towing bracket must not

exceed the maximum weight specification.

Towing a trailer or caravan affects the energy

consumption, performance and wear of the vehi-

cle. It also requires greater concentration.

In the interests of road safety, Audi recommends

that you always use the maximum draw bar

weight without exceeding it. If the draw bar

weight is too low, the trailer’s handling will be af-

fected.

If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the car is

purchased, this must be done according to the in-

structions of the towing bracket manufacturer.

If a non-detachable towing bracket is retrofitted

to the vehicle, it must not block the number

plate or the rear lights. Observe the relevant lo-

cal regulations for the use of a towing bracket.

You can determine the draw bar weight e.g. using

a weighing machine, bathroom scales or a public

weighing station. Audi recommends checking the

draw bar weight, particularly when using twin-

axle trailers. If the draw bar weight does not

meet the specification, you can adjust it by dis-

tributing the load in the trailer correctly. If the

draw bar weight meets the specifications, you

should not change the load in the trailer.

Observe the relevant local regulations when tow-

ing.

WARNING

– Never carry passengers in a trailer – danger

to life!

If the maximum permitted draw bar weight can-

not be obtained, the trailer should be loaded so

that the draw bar weight is at least 4 % of the ac-

tual trailer weight. However, the draw bar weight

must not be less than 25 kg. This applies to sin-

gle-axle and twin-axle trailers with a wheelbase

of less than 1.0 m.

– Use only ball joints of the correct type ap-

proved for your vehicle. The use of unap-

proved ball joints can cause the trailer to be

unstable or to become detached during a

journey – risk of accident! Please contact a

qualified workshop if you have any ques-

tions.

You can find the maximum draw bar weight for

your vehicle in the registration documents or in

the technical data in the Owner’s Manual.

Points to check before towing

Trailer weight

Distributing the load

Never exceed the maximum permitted trailer

weight.

The vehicle’s handling can be impaired if the load

is poorly distributed. Load the trailer according

to the following criteria as far as possible:

If you do not load the trailer up to the maximum

permitted trailer weight, you can corresponding-

ly climb steeper gradients.

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Exterior mirrors

– Objects should preferably be stowed in the lug-

gage compartment. The vehicle load should be

as heavy as possible and the trailer load as light

as possible.

Make sure that you are able to monitor the road

behind the trailer with the exterior mirrors. Use

additional mirrors if necessary. Adjust the addi-

tional mirrors to give sufficient vision to the rear.

Please observe the relevant local regulations for

attaching additional exterior mirrors.

– Distribute loads in the trailer so that heavy ob-

jects are as near to the axle as possible.

– Objects must be secured to prevent them from

sliding about.

Engine cooling system

– Where possible, operate the trailer with the

maximum permitted draw bar weight.

Towing a trailer or caravan places a heavier load

on the engine and cooling system. Please make

sure that there is enough coolant in the cooling

system.

Speed

Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. If the trailer

has a stabiliser, you can drive up to 100 km/h. Al-

ways adhere to the locally applicable laws and

regulations.

Coolant temperature

Keep an eye on driver messages about the cool-

ant temperature, especially in hot weather and

when climbing long hills. Remember to shift to a

higher gear in good time.

The stability of the car and trailer is reduced with

increasing speed. Adjust your speed in the event

of unfavourable road, weather or wind condi-

tions. This applies especially on a downhill gradi-

ent.

Tyres

Check the tyre pressures on the vehicle, and ad-

just for the “full load” conditions specified on the

tyre pressure sticker. It may also be necessary to

adjust the tyre pressures on the trailer according

to the recommendations of the trailer manufac-

turer.

Gradient

When driving down the start of a gradient, the

trailer may begin to sway sooner than it would on

a level road. Reduce your speed if the trailer

starts to sway even slightly. Never try to stop the

swaying by accelerating further.

At low outside temperatures, fit both the vehicle

and the trailer with winter tyres.

Shift to a lower gear before the gradient in order

to take advantage of the engine braking effect

Driver assist systems

ð

.

The alignment of the sensors/cameras may be al-

tered when a trailer/rear carrier system is hitched

up or unhitched.

Exterior lighting

Observe all locally applicable laws and regula-

tions on the lighting systems for your trailer/

caravan. If necessary, please seek advice from a

qualified workshop.

To ensure that the driver assist systems are fully

functional, you should switch the vehicle off and

on after you hitch up or unhitch a trailer/rear car-

rier system.

Before starting a journey, check all the trailer

lights with the trailer hitched up.

Overrun brake

The headlight range control automatically ad-

justs the range of the headlight beam.

If your trailer is equipped with an overrun brake,

it must be correctly adjusted and function cor-

rectly. When using a trailer with an overrun

brake, apply the brakes gently at first and then

firmly. This will prevent the jerking that can be

caused by the trailer wheels locking.

If the indicator lamp  flashes, the turn signals

are on in towing mode. If a turn signal bulb on

the trailer or vehicle fails in towing mode, the in-

dicator lamp does not flash twice as fast to indi-

cate the bulb failure.

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Parking on an incline while towing

If you have to drive on a rough surface, you can

raise the vehicle again after hitching up the trail-

er and ensuring the draw bar weight is correct.

Press  to set the highest ground clearance.

Use wheel chocks when parking on a gradient if

the trailer is carrying a load. Always adhere to the

locally applicable laws and regulations.

Driver messages about towing mode

Running the vehicle in

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

Avoid towing a trailer or caravan while running

the vehicle in.

Inspection intervals

Air suspension: currently restricted. Towing

mode. See owner's manual

Audi recommends having the car serviced be-

tween the normal inspection intervals if it is used

frequently for towing a trailer.

Air suspension towing mode is switched on in

your vehicle. The air suspension can only be ad-

justed to a limited extent. You should deactivate

air suspension towing mode again when the trail-

er is unhitched. The air suspension can be adjus-

ted again.

WARNING

Constant braking will cause the brakes to

overheat and will considerably reduce the ef-

fectiveness of the brakes. It will increase the

braking distance and could cause the brake

system to fail.

The driver message can be hidden by pressing the

OK

button on the multi-function steering wheel.

It will appear again the next time the vehicle is

switched on.

CAUTION

Retrofitted parts, in particular attachments

fitted to the ball joint of the towing bracket,

can cause damage. If any damage occurs, you

should have the equipment checked by a

qualified workshop.

Information on lowering the vehicle

manually

When lowering the vehicle manually you also

should not lower it past the level set in balanced

mode in Audi drive select.

Switching air suspension towing mode on

CAUTION

– If you have hitched up a trailer, never switch

towing mode off while the vehicle is mov-

ing. Otherwise, the restrictions on the ride

height regulating system would then no

longer be present.

Important: All doors on the vehicle must be

closed. The balanced mode must be selected in

Audi drive select before you hitch up the trailer

ð

.

►

Select:  > Car > More > Air suspension: trail-

er.

– The vehicle’s handling may change if you are

driving with a trailer on loose surfaces with

the vehicle raised. Adjust your speed accord-

ingly.

►

You should deactivate towing mode again when

the trailer is unhitched.

– If you have raised the vehicle manually, note

that the vehicle lowers itself automatically

above a certain speed.

On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket,

the air suspension is automatically set to trailer

mode when you plug the trailer connector into

the vehicle’s trailer socket.

– Make sure you adhere to the draw bar

weight required for your vehicle. Before

hitching up the trailer, select balanced

mode in Audi drive select. This will ensure

that the draw bar weight and the height of

the vehicle are coordinated.

If you use rear carrier systems which are mounted

directly on the ball joint of the towing bracket,

you can also switch trailer mode off manually.

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►

Open the boot lid.

Press button 1 ð

be released. The LED will flash.

Swivelling towing

bracket

. The towing bracket will

►

Swivel the towing bracket out manually until it

engages audibly in the operating position. The

LED in the button 1 will light up permanently.

Hitch up the trailer or the rear carrier system to

the towing bracket. Please read the informa-

tion on the air suspension trailer mode

ðpage 120.

Extending / retracting towing bracket

►

Plug the connector of the trailer or rear carrier

system into the trailer socket 2 . Use an adapt-

er if necessary.

When you hitch a trailer up to your vehicle,

hook the breakaway cable into the eye 3 on

the towing bracket.

Fig. 73 Luggage compartment: Button for releasing tow-

ing bracket

When you switch the vehicle on, make sure that

the instrument cluster does not display the indi-

cator lamp  or the message Please check tow-

ing bracket. Swivel the towing bracket in and out

again, if necessary.

Retracting towing bracket

►

Unhook the breakaway cable of the trailer from

the eye 3 .

Fig. 74 Rear bumper: Connecting socket and eye for break-

away cable

►

Unplug the electrical connector between the

vehicle and the trailer/rear carrier system ð

.

►

Remove any adapters from the trailer socket

The towing bracket is located on the rear bump-

er. It is released electrically and extended/retrac-

ted manually.

ð

.

►

Unhitch the trailer or the rear carrier system.

Press button 1 ð . The towing bracket will

If you have not used the towing bracket for a rela-

tively long time or have used it constantly with-

out retracting or extending it, the swivelling

movement may be stiff or the towing bracket

may no longer swivel downwards automatically

when the handle is operated. In this case Audi

recommends that you extend and retract the

towing bracket several times or loosen it by jog-

ging it up and down repeatedly.

be released. The LED will flash.

►

Swivel the towing bracket in manually until it

engages audibly in the rest position. The LED in

the button 1 will light up permanently.

When you switch the vehicle on, make sure that

the instrument cluster does not display the indi-

cator lamp  or the message Please check tow-

ing bracket. Swivel the towing bracket out and in

again, if necessary.

The button 1 is not active when the vehicle is in

Retract the towing bracket or detach it when

there are no trailers, bicycles or similar loads at-

tached to it. This applies especially if the number

plate or rear vehicle lighting is masked by the un-

used towing bracket. Observe the relevant local

regulations for the use of a towing bracket.

motion or if the boot lid is closed.

The eye 3 must only be used for securing the

breakaway cable of the trailer.

Extending towing bracket



►

Apply the parking brake.

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Electronic stabilisation control (ESC)

WARNING

The ESC – in particular in conjunction with the

trailer stabilisation system – makes it easier to

stabilise a trailer if it starts to skid or sway. You

should therefore keep the ESC switched on at all

times.

– Make sure that no people, animals or ob-

jects of any kind are in the path of the tow-

ing bracket – risk of injury!

– The towing bracket must NOT be used if it

does not engage properly or if the LED flash-

es as this means that it is not in its end posi-

tion – risk of accident and injury. Only use

the towing bracket when it has swivelled out

fully and engaged securely. The LED lights

up to indicate this.

Stabiliser

Swaying and pitching can be reduced by attach-

ing an extra stabiliser to the trailer. Degrease and

clean the ball joint before using a stabiliser. The

stabiliser can be purchased and installed at a

qualified workshop.

– Never press the button 1 if a trailer is

hitched up or if a luggage rack or other ac-

cessories are mounted on the towing brack-

et – risk of accident!

Clean the ball coupling before using a trailer

without a stabiliser and apply multi-purpose

grease to it. Repeat this application regularly if

you tow a trailer frequently.

– If any faults occur in the electrical system or

in the towing bracket, safe use of the towing

bracket is no longer guaranteed. Have the

towing bracket inspected by a qualified

workshop – risk of accident!

Power supply

When you switch the vehicle off, the power sup-

ply to the trailer is not interrupted as long as the

energy management system does not intervene.

CAUTION

– Do NOT hold a high-pressure cleaner direct-

ly at the seal of the towing bracket or the

trailer socket. This may cause damage to

the seal, with the result that moisture can

enter and damage the system.

1)

Information on trailer stabilisation

The trailer stabilisation system, which is integra-

ted in the electronic stabilisation control (ESC),

helps to reduce the risk of the trailer skidding at

speeds over approx. 65 km/h. Please refer to the

description of the ESC ðpage 115 for informa-

tion on how the system works. Please also refer

to the notes on ðpage 118 and ðpage 122 to

ensure that the trailer stabilisation system is

functional.

– Never press the button 1 when a trailer is

hitched up or if a luggage rack or other ac-

cessories are mounted on the towing brack-

et. The swivelling unit, accessories and

parts of the vehicle could be damaged.

– If you have plugged an adapter into the

trailer socket, this could damage the bump-

er and trailer socket when the towing brack-

et is retracted. Remove the adapter before

retracting the towing bracket.

The functions may not be available if the ESC is

restricted or deactivated or if a fault has occur-

red.

WARNING

Information on the swivelling towing

bracket

– The ESC and trailer stabilisation system can-

not defy the laws of physics. Always bear

this in mind, especially when towing a trail-

er which is light in weight – risk of accident!

– It is essential that you adjust your speed to

suit the weather, road and traffic conditions.

Towing bracket

Check that the ball coupling meets the relevant

country-specific regulations and is not worn.

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1)

Not available on vehicles for some markets.

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Information on rear carrier systems

Do not let the trailer stabilisation system

tempt you into taking any risks when driving

– risk of accident!

– The trailer stabilisation system is not always

able to detect if the trailer is swaying and

may therefore not intervene – risk of acci-

dent! In this case, apply the vehicle’s brakes

and avoid unnecessary steering input.

– A trailer can still “jack-knife” on slippery

roads with little grip, even if the towing ve-

hicle is equipped with the trailer stabilisa-

tion system – risk of accident! You should al-

ways drive at a speed which is suitable for

the road conditions.

Fig. 75 Rear carrier: Maximum overhang

Rear carrier systems are systems such as bicycle

racks which are mounted on the towing bracket.

– Trailers with a high centre of gravity may

even tip over before they start to sway side-

ways – risk of accident! Adjust your speed as

appropriate.

Please make sure that the rear carrier system is

approved for use on your vehicle.

Degrease and clean the ball joint before using a

rear carrier system.

– Towing a loaded trailer with an unladen ve-

hicle may result in the trailer swaying even

at low speeds – risk of accident! Should you

need to drive with this combination, drive

particularly slowly to allow for the unbal-

anced weight distribution.

Note the instructions provided by the manufac-

turer of the rear carrier system.

Rear carrier system load

The carrying load consists of the rear carrier sys-

tem and the load transported on it. The maxi-

mum recommended carrying load may differ

from the vehicle’s maximum draw bar weight.

The maximum draw bar weight and the maxi-

mum axle weight must not be exceeded.

– If you are not towing a trailer, but the trailer

socket is being used (e.g. for an illuminated

bicycle rack), the trailer stabilisation system

may be activated automatically in extreme

driving conditions.

– If the vehicle is driven with two trailers at

once, the trailers may begin to sway in cer-

tain situations – risk of accident! The vehicle

must not be driven with more than one trail-

er.

The greater the distance from the towing brack-

et, the smaller the carrying load. For this reason,

you should secure heavy objects as near as possi-

ble to the towing bracket.

– If the vehicle is driven with a trailer attached

off-centre, the trailer may begin to sway in

certain situations – risk of accident! Accesso-

ries which are designed to attach the trailer

off-centre must not be used.

Determining the maximum carrying load

Look up the draw bar weight for your vehicle in

the technical data in the Owner's Manual. You

can then find the carrying load in the table be-

low. In accordance with Regulation UN-R 55, Audi

recommends that you adhere to the maximum

number of bicycles on the rear carrier system as

follows:

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Installation dimensions and retrofitting

Maximum

draw bar

Maximum car- Number of bi-

rying load (kg) cycles

weight (kg)

50 – 74

50

75

2

3

75 upwards

Maximum overhang of the rear carrier

system

The maximum overhang depends on the maxi-

mum carrying load and is as follows:

Maximum carrying

load (kg)

Maximum overhang

(mm)

50 – 74

75

500

700

For bicycle carrier systems with two bicycles, the

maximum overhang measured from the centre of

the ball coupling to the centre of the rail of the

last bicycle carrier is 500 mm 1 . For bicycle car-

rier systems with three bicycles, the maximum is

700 mm 2 .

Fig. 76 Towing bracket: Installation dimensions and points

The towing bracket is bolted to the body at the

securing points 7 .

WARNING

The use of an unsuitable rear carrier system

could cause severe damage to the towing

bracket. The towing bracket could then break

and cause an accident.

Installation dimensions (mm)

1 1000

4 395

2 1208 – 1214

3 776

5 65 (min.)

6 350 – 420

Driver messages about the swivelling

towing bracket

The values given for the distance between the

centre of the wheel on the rear axle and the cen-

tre of the ball on the towing bracket 2 are nomi-

nal values of the base vehicle. The dimensions

may vary depending on the type of suspension in

conjunction with the vehicle’s equipment and the

load the vehicle is carrying.

The following driver messages may appear, de-

pending on the equipment installed in your vehi-

cle:

 Please check towing bracket

A malfunction has occurred. If the message ap-

pears while the vehicle is moving, stop at the

next opportunity. Swivel the towing bracket in

and out again. If the message remains displayed,

drive to a qualified workshop soon.

The distance between the road surface and the

centre of the ball on the towing bracket 6 ap-

plies to the loading condition in the type appro-

val according to UN-R55 (ECE). This dimension

must not be smaller or larger than the value

specified. The dimension may vary on vehicles

categorised as M1G in the type approval.

Please contact a qualified workshop to find out

whether your vehicle can be retrofitted with a

towing bracket.

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Your qualified workshop will have all the details

on retrofitting a towing bracket.

vehicle, as the trailer assist will otherwise not

be active.

– Whenever necessary, clean the reversing cam-

era either manually, or by operating the rear

window washer ðpage 60, or by selecting the

cleaning function on the MMI ðpage 182.

Please observe the notes on cleaning and care

ðpage 261.

WARNING

– Avoid improper installation of the towing

bracket – risk of accident! If a towing bracket

is retrofitted, the installation should be car-

ried out by a qualified workshop.

– For your own safety, please observe the in-

structions provided by the manufacturer of

the towing bracket.

System limits

The functions of the trailer assist are limited or

unavailable under the following circumstances:

CAUTION

– The trailer assist will be deactivated if you drive

forwards faster than 10 km/h.

– If the connector socket is not fitted correct-

ly, this could cause damage to the vehicle's

electrical system.

– The trailer assist may be unavailable for a short

period after the vehicle is switched on.

– The trailer assist is not available if the trailer

brake lights are defective.

– Particularly in high outside temperatures, it

is not possible to drive up long steep gradi-

ents without a suitable cooling system.

there is a risk of damaging the engine.

– For technical reasons, trailers with LED rear

lights may not always be detected by the trailer

assist.

– The trailer assist may not be available on steep

gradients.

Trailer assist

Introduction

– A rear carrier system is fitted to the ball head

of the towing bracket.

The trailer assist helps you with driving and ma-

noeuvring when a trailer is hitched to the vehicle.

The reversing camera detects the trailer angle.

The system automatically learns the properties

of the trailer while driving.

– The functions may not be available if the ESC is

restricted or deactivated or if a fault has occur-

red.

– The trailer assist cannot be used for trailers

with steering axles.

The trailer assist automatically steers the trailer

in the desired direction when reversing and,

where necessary, when making steering correc-

tions while driving forward. You operate the ac-

celerator and brake pedal. When reversing, the

trailer assist limits the speed to between approx.

3 km/h and 8 km/h, depending on the situation.

The speed cannot be increased even by pressing

the accelerator further.

WARNING

– Please note the safety precautions and sys-

tem limits of the supporting systems, sen-

sors and cameras ðpage 130 to

ðpage 132.

– The technology in the trailer assist cannot

defy the laws of physics and works only

within the limits imposed by the system. Do

not let the extra convenience afforded by

the trailer assist function tempt you into

taking any safety risks – this can cause acci-

dents. The trailer assist cannot replace the

full concentration of the driver.

Audi recommends that you practise manoeuvring

with the trailer assist in a quiet location (car park

or low traffic area) in order to become familiar

with the system and its functions.

Before every trip

– Unintended vehicle manoeuvres can cause

serious injuries.

– Please make sure that the electrical connector



on the trailer is plugged into the socket on the

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Operating the trailer assist

– Always adjust your driving style to suit the

vision, weather, road and traffic conditions.

– The trailer assist does not take the vehicle

surroundings into account and does not de-

tect obstacles – risk of accident! It is the

driver's responsibility to judge whether the

trailer can be manoeuvred safely.

– Please note that the front end of the vehicle

swings out further than the rear – risk of ac-

cident! Always watch the area surrounding

the vehicle.

Fig. 77 Centre display: Trailer assist display

Trailer assist display

– Do not allow the centre display to distract

you from watching the traffic.

It is only possible to switch the trailer assist

on/off when the vehicle is stationary or driving

forwards at no more than 10 km/h.

– The steering wheel turns by itself when you

use the trailer assist. Do not reach into the

path of the steering wheel – risk of injury!

– The trailer assist only controls the steering

movements. As the driver you are always re-

sponsible for braking and for operating the

accelerator and watching the traffic.

When you switch on the system, the display

shows the picture from the reversing camera

with a sector 1 and a dark indicator 4 . The dark

indicator shows the current orientation of the

trailer; the sector indicates the possible adjust-

ment range of the articulation angle. When re-

verse gear is engaged, the current articulation

angle setting is indicated by a light indicator 2 .

The white markings 3 indicate the area in which

the vehicle and trailer would be travelling in a

straight line.

CAUTION

– The trailer assist cannot plan the move-

ments necessary to manoeuvre the trailer. It

merely steers the trailer in the desired di-

rection.

– Always watch the trailer as it is moving and

be ready to stop the manoeuvre if necessary

to avoid damage. Even if the trailer assist is

used correctly, in rare cases the trailer may

still steer at an angle which deviates from

the specified setting.

Driving and manoeuvring with the trailer

assist

►

Press the  button 5 .

►

Take your hands off the steering wheel.

►

Engage reverse gear. A short animation ex-

plaining how to use the trailer assist will start

on the display.

– Hitch up the trailer as straight as possible. If

the angle between the trailer and vehicle is

too large, there is a risk that the vehicle will

collide with the trailer.

►

Drag your finger to the right or left across the

display to adjust the trailer’s direction of travel

within the possible setting range.

– The distance from the ball coupling to the

trailer axle must be between approximately

1 metre (min.) and 5 metres (max.). For

multi-axle trailers, this distance is meas-

ured from the centre of the axles.

►

Tap twice on the display to reduce the articula-

tion angle to zero and drive straight ahead with

the trailer. If the articulation angle is wide, the

system first suggests making a corrective

movement forwards. In this case, the vehicle

will also steer when driving forwards. If the

dark indicator is within the white markings, the

trailer’s direction of travel can be maintained. If 

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