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Audi S5 CABRIOLET Owner's Manual

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    Au d i s 5 en glisc h 0 4 .0 7 audi s5 owner's manual rz 2007 5:42 17.

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    © 2007 audi ag audi ag works continuously to develop and further improve all models. You will appreciate that we must therefore reserve the right to alter any part of the vehicle and its equipment or technical spec- ifications at any time. No legal commitment can therefore be implied by the informat...

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    Foreword thank you for choosing the audi s5. The new audi s5 combines the latest technology with numerous features for your comfort and convenience. To help you get the best out of these features in everyday use, we recommend that you read this manual carefully so you can quickly become familiar wit...

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    Contents 2 contents notes on this owner's manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instruments and warning/indicator lamps . . . . . . . Instrum...

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    Contents 3 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head-protection airbags (sideguard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deactivating the front passenger's airbag via the key-operated switch child safety . . ....

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    Contents 4 technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Explanation of technical data . . . . Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vehicle identification data . . . . . . . Performance, wei...

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    Notes on this owner's manual 5 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data notes on this owner's manual this owner's manual contains important information, tips, sugges- tions and warnings. Please ensure that this owner's manual is always kept in the vehicle. It should ...

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    Controls and displays 8 fig. 1 some of the items of equipment listed in this section are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras. Document_0900452a81793dcc.Book seite 8 mittwoch, 21. März 2007 5:42 17.

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    Controls and displays 9 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data controls and displays overview door handle central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric adjuster for exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat memory ....

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    Controls and displays 10 note • please refer to the separate operating manual for instructions on using the multi media interface (mmi). • the arrangement of switches and controls on right-hand drive models* may be slightly different from the layout shown in ⇒ page 8, fig. 1. However, the symbols us...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 11 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data instruments and warning/indicator lamps instruments instrument cluster overview the instrument cluster is the driver's information centre. Fig. 2 overview of instrument cluster coolan...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 12 warning symbol in instrument cluster if the symbol lights up in the display, this means that either the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low ⇒ page 32. If the needle is at the top end of the dial, this means the coolant temperatur...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 13 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data the button has the following functions: activating clock, date, temperature and mileage recorder displays the display will appear for about 30 seconds if you press the button ⇒ page 1...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 14 mileage recorder the instrument shows how far you have travelled. The mileage is stated in kilometres (“km”) or “miles”. You can switch the display from kilometres to miles and vice versa via the mmi or the button on the sound system control console. Odomet...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 15 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning and indicator lamps overview the warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults. Fig. 7 instrument cluster with warning and indicator...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 16 note if the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indi- cates a fault in the engine management system. The engine should be serviced by a qualified workshop without delay. Electronic stabilisation program (esp) this warning lamp monitors ...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 17 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with towing bracket trailer turn signals the indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are operated while towing a caravan or trailer. The indicator lamp flash...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 18 fault in the main brake system if the abs warning lamp lights up together with the brake warning lamp ⇒ page 31, this indicates a fault in the abs func- tion, and possibly a malfunction in the main brake system as well ⇒ . If there is a malfunction in the b...

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    Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 19 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data message parking brake! You should have the fault corrected by a qualified workshop without delay. Brake system the warning lamp flashes if the brake fluid level is too low or if there...

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    Driver information system 20 driver information system introduction general notes the driver information system in the instrument cluster shows you the status of various on-board systems at a glance. The display for the driver information system is in the centre of the instrument cluster. The system...

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    Driver information system 21 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data cd and radio display if no priority 1 or 2 faults have been detected by the auto-check control, the name or frequency of the current radio station and the selected waveband will appear the upper pa...

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    Driver information system 22 you can deactivate the gear-change indicator on the sound system or mmi. Switching the gear-change indicator on and off – select: function selector button > instrument cluster > suggested gear ⇒ fig. 12. To familiarise yourself with the gear-change indicator, we recom- m...

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    Driver information system 23 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data door catches / boot lid warning the pictogram shows whether the doors and the boot lid, etc. Are properly closed when driving off. The door catches/boot lid warning symbol lights up if one or more ...

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    Driver information system 24 – the remaining time and distance to the next service are indicated every time the ignition is switched on, until the service becomes due. Service due – when a service is due, service! Will appear in the display as soon as you switch on the ignition. The display reverts ...

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    Driver information system 25 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data on-board computer applies to vehicles: with on-board computer introduction the on-board computer provides you with useful informa- tion during a journey, including average and current fuel consumpt...

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    Driver information system 26 note • the displays for fuel consumption (average and current consumption), fuel range and speed are shown in metric units. You can change the measurement units on the mmi display. • the information in the memory is cancelled if the battery is disconnected. Applies to ve...

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    Driver information system 27 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data eter and navigation system*. Press the reset button briefly to switch back and forward between these displays. Resetting figures to zero to cancel one of the computer readings individually, select ...

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    Driver information system 28 speed warning function applies to vehicles: with speed warning function introduction the speed warning function can help you keep below a pre-set maximum speed. The speed warning function will warn you if the vehicle exceeds the pre-set maximum speed. The system gives an...

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    Driver information system 29 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data clearing speed limit – drive the vehicle at a minimum of 5 km/h. – press the button for at least 2 seconds. The speed warning symbol lights up briefly in the display to confirm that the selected sp...

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    Driver information system 30 if one or more faults are detected, the driver information message (as above) will disappear about 15 seconds after the engine has been started and the appropriate fault symbol(s) will appear in the display. The warning display will be accompanied by the corre- sponding ...

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    Driver information system 31 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – switch off the engine. – check the function displayed. Obtain professional assist- ance if necessary. The red symbols indicate a priority 1 fault (serious malfunction). Should a priority 1 fault ...

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    Driver information system 32 parking brake ! Please contact workshop – if the symbol appears after you switch on the ignition when the vehicle is stationary, please check whether you can release the parking brake. If this is possible, you should drive without delay to the nearest qualified work- sho...

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    Driver information system 33 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning • if your vehicle should break down for technical reasons, stop it at a safe distance away from moving traffic, switch off the engine and turn on the hazard warning lights ⇒ page 58, “hazar...

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    Driver information system 34 warning the vehicle must not be towed if there is a fault in the electronic steering lock: the steering will be locked and the vehicle cannot be steered. Towing a vehicle with locked steering can cause an acci- dent. Note on some models the symbol may look slightly diffe...

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    Driver information system 35 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data note on some models the speed limit warning 1 and speed limit warning 2 will also be displayed as yellow symbols. These always appear as a small symbol at the top of the display ⇒ page 28. Applies ...

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    Driver information system 36 brake pads worn brake pads! If the symbol lights up, have the front brake pads (and, for safety's sake the rear pads as well) inspected by a qualified workshop. Applies to vehicles: with bulb monitor bulb monitor the bulb monitor checks whether the lights on the vehicle ...

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    Driver information system 37 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data message comes on and does not go out if the message appears in the display after the ignition is switched on or while driving, and does not go out again, the battery is not being maintained at the ...

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    Doors and windows 38 doors and windows remote control keys set of keys remote control key the remote control key will lock and unlock the car via the central locking system and start the engine. Spare key the spare key should be used only temporarily if the remote control key has been misplaced or l...

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    Doors and windows 39 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning • always switch off the ignition and take the key with you when leaving the vehicle - even if you only intend to be gone for a short time. This is especially important if children are left in the c...

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    Doors and windows 40 – press the release button ⇒ page 39, fig. 29. – pull the emergency key out of the remote control key. – press the release catch ⇒ page 39, fig. 30 on the battery carrier and at the same time pull the battery carrier out of the remote control key in the direction of the arrow. –...

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    Doors and windows 41 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data emergency release for ignition key in the event of a malfunction in the vehicle's electrical system, it may no longer be possible to remove the igni- tion key. If you are not able to remove the ignition ke...

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    Doors and windows 42 central locking system description the vehicle can be locked and unlocked via the central locking system. You can use any of the following: • remote control key ⇒ page 43 • door handles in conjunction with advanced key* ⇒ page 44 • lock on driver's door ⇒ page 45 • interior cent...

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    Doors and windows 43 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning do not leave anyone (especially children) in the car if it is locked from the outside and the deadlock mechanism is activated: the doors and windows cannot then be opened from the inside. Locked do...

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    Doors and windows 44 – press the button briefly to unlock the boot lid. – press the button for at least one second to open the boot lid. The vehicle will be locked again automatically if you do not open one of the doors, the boot lid or the bonnet within 60 seconds after unlocking the car. This func...

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    Doors and windows 45 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data door is unlocked. The remote control key has to be within a range of about 1.5 metres of the relevant door or the boot lid. It does not matter where you carry the key, for instance whether it is in your ja...

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    Doors and windows 46 warning do not leave anyone (especially children) in the car if it is locked from the outside and the deadlock 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 r...

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    Doors and windows 47 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with anti-theft alarm system deactivating the interior monitor and tow- away protection when the vehicle is locked, the alarm will be triggered if movements are detected in the interio...

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    Doors and windows 48 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 handle. Boot lid opening and closing the boot lid opening boot lid – press the button on the remote control key for at least one second, or – pul...

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    Doors and windows 49 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data manual release of the boot lid the boot lid can be released manually from the inside. – prise off the cover (using the emergency key) ⇒ fig. 44. – press the sliding lever in the direction of the arrow to u...

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    Doors and windows 50 warning • always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle - even if you only intend to be gone for a short time. This is especially important if children are left in the car. They might otherwise be able to start the engine or use power-operated equipment such as the elect...

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    Doors and windows 51 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data settings for convenience open function the driver can use the sound system or mmi* to select which windows are opened. – select: function selector button > windows > convenience open. If you wish to use th...

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    Doors and windows 52 warning take care when closing the tilting panorama roof. Careless or uncontrolled use can cause injuries. For this reason, always take out the ignition key when leaving the vehicle. Caution you should always close the tilting panorama roof when leaving the car. Sudden rain coul...

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    Doors and windows 53 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – carefully pull out the light housing. – remove the fuse box cover ⇒ page 261 ⇒ page 261, fig. 241 on the driver's side. – take the crank handle from its mounting. – insert the crank handle all the way in...

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    Lights and vision 54 lights and vision lights switching lights on and off switching on automatic headlights* (auto) – turn the light switch to auto ⇒ fig. 50. Switching on the side lights – turn the light switch to position . Switching on dipped headlights – turn the light switch to position . Switc...

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    Lights and vision 55 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning 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 manually when the light con...

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    Lights and vision 56 caution to avoid dazzling the traffic behind you, the rear fog light should only be used in accordance with statutory regulations. Exterior lighting settings you can change the settings for these functions on the sound system or mmi. – select: function selector button > exterior...

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    Lights and vision 57 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – turn the button anti-clockwise -” to reduce the bright- ness of the instrument lighting in dark conditions. – press the knob in again to prevent the setting from being changed unintentionally. The instru...

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    Lights and vision 58 hazard warning lights the hazard warning lights are used to make other road users aware of your vehicle in hazardous situations. – press the switch to switch the hazard warning lights on or off ⇒ fig. 55. All four turn signals flash simultaneously when the hazard warning lights ...

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    Lights and vision 59 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data headlight flasher – pull the lever towards the steering wheel to operate the flasher. Parking lights – switch off the ignition. – move the lever up or down to turn on the right or left- hand parking lights...

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    Lights and vision 60 interior light switched on – move switch to position i. Interior light switched off – move switch to position o. Front reading lights – press one of the switches ⇒ page 59, fig. 58 to switch the left or right reading light on and off. If you switch on the courtesy lighting, the ...

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    Lights and vision 61 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with sun blind sun blind a sun blind is provided for the rear window. Sun blind (rear window) – press the switch to extend or retract the electric sun blind for the rear window ⇒ fig. ...

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    Lights and vision 62 windscreen wipers windscreen wipers the windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers and the automatic wash and wipe. The windscreen wiper lever has the following settings: brief wipe – move the lever down to position to give the wind- screen a brief wipe. Intermittent ...

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    Lights and vision 63 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data to reduce the sensitivity level of the rain sensor move control ⇒ page 62, fig. 63 to the left. To increase the sensitivity level of the rain sensor move the control to the right. If you have selected a hi...

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    Lights and vision 64 service position use the service position to change the wiper blades. You can set the wipers to the service position on the sound system or mmi*. – if the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen, move the windscreen wiper lever to the "off" position ⇒ page 62, fig. 63. – s...

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    Lights and vision 65 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – lift the wiper arm away from the glass. – press the release button on the wiper blade ⇒ page 64, fig. 66. Hold the wiper blade firmly and press it forwards slightly . – slide the wiper blade upwards . Fi...

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    Lights and vision 66 • when the interior lighting is switched on • when reverse gear is engaged warning electrolyte fluid can leak from a broken mirror. This fluid can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory organs. Wash thor- oughly with clean water should you come into contact with thi...

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    Lights and vision 67 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data memory for exterior mirrors* on vehicles with memory function for the driver's seat, the setting of the exterior mirrors is automatically stored together with the seat position ⇒ page 72. Tilting function ...

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    Lights and vision 68 digital compass applies to vehicles: with digital compass activating and deactivating the compass the compass direction will appear in the mirror. – to switch the compass on and off, press and hold button until the compass display in the mirror ⇒ fig. 69 appears or disappears. T...

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    Lights and vision 69 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with digital compass calibrating compass the compass must be re-calibrated if the display is incor- rect or inaccurate. – press and hold button until the letter c appears in the interi...

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    Seats and storage 70 seats and storage electric adjustment of front seats applies to vehicles: with electric seat adjustment seat adjuster controls the arrangement of the switches corresponds with the design of the seats. The adjustment switches for the seat and backrest correspond with the design o...

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    Seats and storage 71 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data adjusting backrest angle – press switch forwards or backwards. Adjusting head restraint height – press switch up or down. Extending or shortening the thigh support* – lift the control below the seat cushio...

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    Seats and storage 72 when the front seats are moved forward, their original positions are stored in a memory. The seats then stop automatically in this posi- tion when they are moved back. If you want to move one of the seats back further, release the switch and press it again. The head restraints o...

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    Seats and storage 73 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data recalling settings – if the driver's door is open, press the desired recall button briefly. – if the driver's door is closed, press and hold down the desired recall button until the programmed settings are...

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    Seats and storage 74 head restraints adjusting the front head restraints in combination with properly worn seat belts, the head restraints offer effective protection. However, they must always be properly adjusted to suit the height of the occu- pant. Raising head restraint – take hold of the sides ...

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    Seats and storage 75 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data raising head restraint – take hold of the sides of the head restraint with both hands. – push the head restraint upwards as far as it will go. Lowering head restraint – take hold of the sides of the head r...

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    Seats and storage 76 to maintain safe handling on the road, please observe the following points: – distribute the weight as evenly as possible. – position heavy items as far forward as possible ⇒ page 75, fig. 79. – secure the load with the luggage net* or with non-elastic straps secured to the fast...

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    Seats and storage 77 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with stretch net stretch net / retaining net the stretch net / retaining net can be used to secure light items in the luggage compartment. Stretch net – first secure the front hooks in...

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    Seats and storage 78 – to open the storage compartment, pull the handle ⇒ page 77, fig. 83. Dvd player for navigation system* the dvd player for the navigation system is located in this storage compartment ⇒ fig. 84 in the luggage compartment. For more information, please refer to the infotainment/m...

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    Seats and storage 79 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data returning backrest to an upright position – push the backrest up again until it engages securely ⇒ . The red marking on the safety knob ⇒ page 78, fig. 86 should no longer be visible when the backrest is p...

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    Seats and storage 80 warning the rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during sudden braking. Caution when returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guide...

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    Seats and storage 81 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with load-through hatch load-through hatch you can use the load-through hatch and bag to transport objects safely inside the vehicle. Opening the load-through hatch – in the passenger ...

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    Seats and storage 82 securing the bag in the luggage compartment – two belts with hooks are attached to the bottom side of the bag. Engage the hooks into the rear fastening rings in the luggage compartment ⇒ page 81, fig. 90. Securing the objects in the bag – pull the free end of the belt tight to s...

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    Seats and storage 83 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data roof load loads carried on the roof must be securely attached. The car's handling is affected when transporting loads. The maximum permissible roof load for your vehicle is 75 kg. The load limit applies to...

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    Seats and storage 84 – position the cup in the holder and let go of the arm. The arm will move back automatically to secure the cup. Closing cup holder – press the middle piece between the two arms and push the cup holder back into the shaft as far as it will go. The retainer arm should be positione...

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    Seats and storage 85 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data rear ashtray opening ashtray – pull the front lip of the ashtray ⇒ fig. 96 in the direc- tion of the arrow. Removing ashtray – press down the retainer and take out the ashtray. Inserting ashtray – place th...

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    Seats and storage 86 the cigarette lighter employs a standard 12 volt socket which can also be used as a power source for electrical appliances. The appli- ances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of 100 w. Warning • take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or neg...

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    Seats and storage 87 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket. Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12 volt socket. The appliances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of 100 w. W...

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    Seats and storage 88 if you connect more than one appliance, the total power rating of all appliances must not exceed 150 w. If necessary, check the type plates on the connected appliances for details of the power ratings. Connected appliances must be in perfect condition and free of defects. Warnin...

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    Seats and storage 89 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data storage compartments overview there are several storage compartments at various points in the vehicle. Glove box the glove box is equipped with a lock* and a light. Opening glove box – pull the catch on th...

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    Seats and storage 90 warning always keep the compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in motion to reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking manoeuvre or in the event of an accident. Coat hooks the coat hooks are located on the rear side of the b-pillars (in the rear passenger compartme...

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    Heating and cooling 91 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data heating and cooling deluxe automatic air conditioner applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner description the air conditioner can be used to set a comfortable inte- rior temperature in ...

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    Heating and cooling 92 warning for safety reasons it is important that all the windows are kept free of ice, snow and condensation. These can cause poor visibility and lead to an accident. Please familiarise yourself with the oper- ating controls for the air conditioner, including the demist/defrost...

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    Heating and cooling 93 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data note the grille on the control console ⇒ page 92, fig. 103 must be kept free. Please ensure that it is not covered by stickers or similar. Meas- uring sensors are located behind it. Applies to vehicles: ...

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    Heating and cooling 94 applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner temperature selection – turn the rotary control anti-clockwise to reduce the temperature or clockwise to increase the temperature ⇒ fig. 104. The temperature setting will be shown on the mmi display ⇒ fig. 105 for a fe...

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    Heating and cooling 95 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data the blower speed will be shown on the mmi display ⇒ page 94, fig. 107 for a few seconds if the mmi is switched on. Note • the blower speed may change automatically. This ensures that the selected tempera...

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    Heating and cooling 96 – turn the rotary control to the desired setting. You can use the air distribution setting to select the air outlets you wish to activate. In setting all the air is directed to the windows, in setting the air is directed to the driver (or passenger), and in setting to the foot...

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    Heating and cooling 97 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data note if the led in the ac button should continue to light up when the ac mode has been switched off (i.E. The air conditioner has been switched off) this is due to a defect in one of the air conditioner ...

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    Heating and cooling 98 adequate cooling effect, you should not close these outlets completely. Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner economical operation of the air conditioner economical operation of the air conditioner will help to save fuel. When the air conditioner is operat...

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    Heating and cooling 99 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – select the desired air conditioner settings using the rotary pushbutton ⇒ page 98, fig. 112. The following functions are available: • auxiliary heating* ⇒ page 108 • auxiliary ventilation* ⇒ page 108 •...

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    Heating and cooling 100 power management to prevent the battery from becoming discharged and to maintain the necessary power level, the system will temporarily shut off the electrical components that are using a lot of power, or reduce the current they are consuming ⇒ page 192. Heating systems in pa...

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    Heating and cooling 101 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data note • the grille on the control console ⇒ page 100, fig. 113 must be kept free. Please ensure that it is not covered by stickers or similar. Measuring sensors are located behind it. Applies to vehicles...

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    Heating and cooling 102 interior temperature as quickly as possible, and then to maintain this temperature. The system automatically compensates for any variations in the outside temperature and for the effect of direct sunlight. The automatic temperature regulation only operates at temperature sett...

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    Heating and cooling 103 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – press the button for the blower . – turn the rotary control to set the blower to the desired speed (and regulate the volume of air delivery). The air conditioning system automatically regulates the bl...

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    Heating and cooling 104 applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner plus air distribution the automatically programmed air distribution can be altered manually if required. – press the button for distribution . – turn the rotary control to the desired setting. You can use the air dist...

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    Heating and cooling 105 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data remain on until the ignition is switched off. When the rear window heating is switched on, this setting will remain activated for 15 minutes after switching off the ignition. If the engine is started ag...

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    Heating and cooling 106 note when the air conditioner is operating in the cooling mode, the air is directed mainly to outlets and . To ensure an adequate cooling effect, you should not close these outlets completely. Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner plus air outlets for rea...

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    Heating and cooling 107 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data deluxe automatic air conditioner plus - basic settings applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditioner plus general notes you can change the basic settings for the air conditioner on the mmi*...

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    Heating and cooling 108 the automatic air recirculation can switch itself off in certain condi- tions. If the outside temperature is less than about +10 °c, the auto- matic air recirculation will only operate for 30 seconds. If the air conditioner is switched to the econ mode, or if the outside temp...

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    Heating and cooling 109 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data exhaust outlet under the car is not obstructed in any way and that the exhaust gases do not come into contact with flammable mate- rials (fire risk). Note • it is advisable to open the air outlets when ...

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    Heating and cooling 110 applies to vehicles: with auxiliary heating - under development at the time of printing setting the timers the timers need to be activated before they will switch on the auxiliary heating/ventilation. Setting the timers – press the button. – press the control button for ac. –...

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    Heating and cooling 111 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with auxiliary heating - under development at the time of printing setting the running time – press the button. – press the control button for ac. – select running time and then cho...

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    Heating and cooling 112 changing the battery – push back and remove the battery cover on the remote control ⇒ page 111, fig. 128. – change the battery. The diagram in the battery compart- ment shows how the battery should be fitted. The new battery must be of the same type as the old battery. – re-f...

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    Heating and cooling 113 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – turn the rotary control to the desired setting. In setting 0 the seat heating is switched off. Possible settings range from 1 to 6. The seat heating setting will be shown on the mmi display ⇒ page 112...

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    Driving 114 driving steering applies to vehicles: with manually adjustable steering column adjusting the steering wheel position the height and reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted as required to suit the driver. – pull the lever ⇒ fig. 130 -arrow- ⇒ up. – move the steering wheel to the desir...

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    Driving 115 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data when starting from cold the engine may be a little noisy for the first few seconds until oil pressure has built up in the hydraulic tappets. This is quite normal and no cause for concern. If the engine fails to sta...

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    Driving 116 switching off the engine – stop the vehicle. – automatic gearbox: move the selector lever to position p or n. – press in the ignition key to switch off the engine. Emergency off function if necessary in an emergency, the engine can be switched off while the vehicle is still moving. The e...

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    Driving 117 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data if the engine fails to start straight-away, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and try again after about half a minute. When starting from cold the engine may be a little noisy for the first few seconds ...

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    Driving 118 brake the vehicle when the engine is switched off. This would mean a greater risk of accidents and serious injury, because you cannot steer and brake in the normal manner. Caution • avoid high engine speeds, full throttle and extreme load condi- tions until the engine has reached its nor...

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    Driving 119 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data electro-mechanical parking brake operation the electro-mechanical parking brake replaces the hand- brake. – pull switch ⇒ fig. 133 to apply the parking brake. The indicator lamp in the switch will light up. – depre...

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    Driving 120 note • the parking brake can be applied at any time - even when the ignition is switched off. However, the ignition must be switched on before the parking brake can be released. • any slight noise which may be heard when the parking brake is applied or released is quite normal and no cau...

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    Driving 121 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data note for safety reasons the parking brake will only release automatically if the driver's seat belt is engaged in its buckle. Driving away when towing a trailer please note the following points to prevent the vehic...

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    Driving 122 press brake pedal to release parking brake this message may appear when you press the switch to release the parking brake. The parking brake can only be released, if you depress the brake pedal and simultaneously press the switch or if you use the parking brake auto release function ⇒ pa...

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    Driving 123 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data lights or in stop-and-go traffic. When the audi hold assist function is on, you don't have to keep your foot on the brake to prevent the vehicle from accidentally rolling away. Once it detects that the vehicle is s...

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    Driving 124 the cruise control system allows you to drive at a constant speed of 30 km/h or higher. A constant speed is maintained by adjusting the engine power or braking the vehicle accordingly (while in cruise mode). The cruise control system is set using the control lever ⇒ page 123, fig. 135. T...

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    Driving 125 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – pull the lever to position ⇒ page 123, fig. 135 to switch on the system. – drive at the speed you wish to set the system to (must be higher than 30 km/h). – briefly press button . When the pushbutton is released,...

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    Driving 126 pressing lever briefly you can increase the set speed in steps of 1 km/h by briefly pressing the lever up towards ⇒ page 123, fig. 135. You can decrease the set speed in steps of about 1 km/h by briefly pressing the lever down towards ⇒ page 123, fig. 135. Switching off cruise control te...

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    Driving 127 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data joined the motorway you can then activate the cruise control system as if you were resuming the function ⇒ page 126, “resuming cruise control”. Pre-selection after starting the engine after starting the engine ther...

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    Audi parking system 128 audi parking system parking aid systems applies to vehicles: with parking system general notes depending on the optional equipment fitted, there are various parking aid systems to assist you when parking or manoeuvring in tight spaces. Parking system*: the parking system comp...

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    Audi parking system 129 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data when the vehicle is less than approx. 0.30 m away from the obstacle the warning tone will sound continuously. From here at the latest, the driver should then not reverse any further. The volume of the w...

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    Audi parking system 130 activating – engage reverse gear to automatically activate the parking system plus, or – press the switch ⇒ page 129, fig. 141 in the centre console to activate the parking system plus manually. You will hear a short beep to confirm that the parking system has been activated....

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    Audi parking system 131 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data reached the danger (collision) zone. The driver should then not move backwards/forwards any further ⇒ . The graphic display in the mmi screen ⇒ page 140 can be switched off. The acoustic proximity warni...

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    Audi parking system 132 activating – engage reverse gear to automatically activate the parking system advanced, or – press the switch in the centre console ⇒ page 129, fig. 141 to manually activate the parking system advanced. You will hear a short beep to confirm that the parking system has been ac...

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    Audi parking system 133 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data displayed on the mmi screen. The warnings will then return to the normal volume if the vehicle approaches the detected obstacle again. Graphic display the segments in the mmi display indicate the distan...

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    Audi parking system 134 • to ensure that the acoustic parking aid works properly, the sensors and the lens of the reversing camera must be kept clean and free of snow and ice. Please observe the additional notes from ⇒ page 143 onwards. • please refer to the notes on towing ⇒ page 138. Applies to ve...

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    Audi parking system 135 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data • off (no display). The reversing camera can be switched on and off in the mmi ⇒ page 140. The acoustic proximity warning will, however, remain activated. Warning • the reversing camera has blind spots ...

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    Audi parking system 136 warning please note that objects which are not touching the ground may appear to be further away than they actually are (e.G. The bumper of a parked vehicle, a towing bracket or the rear end of a truck). In this case you should not use the orientation lines for judging the di...

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    Audi parking system 137 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data rear bumper for better orientation the rear bumper of your vehicle is also shown in the mmi display. Warning please note that objects which are not touching the ground may appear to be further away than...

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    Audi parking system 138 – press the control button for mode ⇒ page 136, fig. 150. “parking mode 2” ⇒ fig. 151 will appear in the mmi display. – reverse and align the position of your vehicle in such a way that the dark blue area marking ⇒ fig. 151 borders onto the vehicle behind or onto the parking ...

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    Audi parking system 139 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data parking aid are no longer activated when reverse gear is engaged. This results in the following restrictions: parking system: there is no distance warning. Parking system plus*: there is no rear distanc...

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    Audi parking system 140 applies to vehicles: with parking system plus switching graphic display on and off the settings for the graphic display can be selected on the sound system or mmi. – select: function selector button > audi parking system > display. If you have selected graphic in the settings...

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    Audi parking system 141 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data fig. 152. You can use the control buttons to switch between the rear view camera and graphic display at any time as desired. The settings selected on the sound system or mmi remain stored. Setting “grap...

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    Audi parking system 142 • the parking aid cannot replace the full concentration of the driver. The driver is always responsible for safety during parking and other manoeuvres. Always keep a close watch on the area around the vehicle. • when parking or manoeuvring do not rely solely on the mmi displa...

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    Audi parking system 143 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data safety notes applies to vehicles: with parking system fault warning for the acoustic parking aid parking system: if you hear a long beep when you engage reverse gear, the rear parking aid is not functio...

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    Audi parking system 144 • do not allow the camera images in the mmi display to distract you from watching the traffic. • when parking or manoeuvring do not rely solely on the mmi display. Some objects (e.G. Narrow posts or bars) may - due to the resolution of the display screen - not be displayed in...

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    Homelink 145 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data homelink universal transmitter applies to vehicles: with homelink description the homelink universal transmitter can be programmed to replace the hand-held controls of devices already in use. Homelink allows you t...

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    Homelink 146 at the operating unit 1. Switch on the ignition (do not start the engine). 2. Press and hold down the two outer homelink buttons ⇒ page 145, fig. 160 until the indicator diode ⇒ page 145, fig. 160 begins to flash after about 20 seconds. This procedure will delete the standard factory se...

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    Homelink 147 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data activating the garage door opener drive unit – locate the programming button on the garage door drive. The exact location and colour of the button may vary depending on the type of garage door opener. – press the ...

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    Homelink 148 applies to vehicles: with homelink re-programming a button a homelink button can be re-programmed individually without affecting the other button allocations. At the operating unit in the headliner – press and hold down the selected button until the indi- cator diode ⇒ page 145, fig. 16...

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    Homelink 149 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data austria gz104569-zb/98 poland urt-gp-clbt-431-66/2002/c portugal jci 03jul2000 rtte sweden ue990195 switzerland bakom 98.0746.K.P slovak republic r 267 2001 n spain 0416 00 czech republic ctu 2000 3 r 1194 turkey ...

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    Safe driving 152 safe driving general notes safety is the first priority your safety is our first priority. This chapter contains important information, tips, sugges- tions and warnings that you should read and observe for your own safety and the safety of your passengers. Warning • the information ...

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    Safe driving 153 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – make sure that all lights and turn signals are working properly. – check the tyre pressures. – make sure that all windows are clean and give good visi- bility to the outside. – secure all luggage and other i...

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    Safe driving 154 correct sitting positions correct sitting position for driver the correct driving position is important for safe and fatigue-free driving. For your own safety, and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, we recommend the following driving position. – adjust the ste...

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    Safe driving 155 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data too far back. 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. The further the ba...

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    Safe driving 156 – adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is level with the top of your head ⇒ page 156. – keep both feet in the footwell in front of the rear seat. – fasten your seat belt correctly ⇒ page 163. – use appropriate child restraint systems for children trav- ell...

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    Safe driving 157 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data examples of incorrect sitting positions occupants can suffer severe or fatal injuries injuries if they sit in an incorrect position while the vehicle is moving. Seat belts can only provide maximum protection i...

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    Safe driving 158 warning any obstructions that restrict pedal travel can cause loss of vehicle control and critical situations on the road. • 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 brakin...

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    Safe driving 159 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data inside. In this case the child would be unable to get out of the vehicle without help. This could have fatal consequences. • never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. Always close and lock the boo...

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    Seat belts 160 seat belts why is it so important to use seat belts? Seat belts provide effective protection the common belief that passengers can brace their weight with their hands in a minor collision is false. It is an established fact that seat belts provide good protection in accidents. Therefo...

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    Seat belts 161 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data important safety instructions for using seat belts there are a number of safety points concerning the seat belts which you should remember. This will help to reduce the risk of injury in an accident. Warning • t...

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    Seat belts 162 the physical principles involved in a frontal collision are relatively simple: both the moving vehicle and the passengers possess energy, which is known as “kinetic energy” ⇒ page 161, fig. 167. The amount of “kinetic energy” depends on the speed of the vehicle and the weight of the v...

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    Seat belts 163 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data it is also important for the rear passengers to wear seat belts, as they could otherwise be thrown forwards violently in an accident. Rear passengers who do not use seat belts endanger not only them- selves but ...

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    Seat belts 164 the height of the front seat on your vehicle can be adjusted in order to match the position of the seat belt to your height. Warning • the diagonal part of the belt should never be positioned across the neck, but roughly over the centre of the shoulder; it should fit closely against t...

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    Seat belts 165 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – press the red button in the seat belt buckle ⇒ page 164, fig. 175. The latch plate will spring out of the buckle. – guide the belt back by hand so that it is taken up by the retractor. Belt tensioners how the ...

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    Airbag system 166 airbag system description of airbag system general notes on airbag system the airbag is an integral part of the car's passive safety system. In conjunction with the three-point seat belts, the airbag system gives the front occupants additional protection for the head and chest in t...

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    Airbag system 167 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data • the airbag system can only be activated once; if the airbag has been triggered, the system must be replaced. Should the airbag system or airbag modules have to be replaced, the qualified work- shop carrying...

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    Airbag system 168 front airbags description of front airbags the airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belts. The front airbag for the driver is located in the padded hub of the steering wheel ⇒ page 168, fig. 176. The front airbag for the front passenger is in the dashboard above the glove...

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    Airbag system 169 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data important safety notes on the front airbag system there are a number of safety points concerning the airbag system which you should remember. This will help to reduce the risk of injury in an accident. Warnin...

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    Airbag system 170 side airbags description of side airbags the airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belts. The side airbags are located in the backrest padding of the front seats ⇒ fig. 180. The locations of the airbags are marked with the word “airbag”. In conjunction with the three-point...

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    Airbag system 171 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data important safety notes on the side airbag system there are a number of safety points concerning the airbag system which you should remember. This will help to reduce the risk of injury in an accident. Warning...

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    Airbag system 172 in conjunction with the three-point seat belts and side airbags, the head-protection airbags give the occupants additional protection against head and neck injuries in a severe side collision ⇒ in “important safety notes on the head-protection airbags” on page 172. Together with ot...

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    Airbag system 173 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data control for the garage door). These objects could cause injury if the head-protection airbag is triggered. • the sensors for the airbags are located in the front doors. You must therefore not make any modific...

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    Airbag system 174 – the front passenger's airbag can be reactivated by turning the key to position . Deactivating front passenger's airbag when a child safety seat is in use if you have no alternative but to install a rearward-facing child safety seat on the front passenger's seat you must deactivat...

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    Child safety 175 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data child safety points to remember if children are travelling in the car introduction statistics show that children are generally safer on the rear seat than on the front passenger's seat. Children under 12 years...

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    Child safety 176 • if children lean forward or are otherwise out of position when the car is moving, they are at greater risk of injury in an accident. This is particularly the case if the child is travelling on the front passenger's seat and the airbag system is triggered in an accident. There is t...

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    Child safety 177 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data children who are taller than 1.5 metres can use the existing seat belts without a booster cushion. Child restraints that have been tested and approved under the ece r 44 standard bear the ece-r 44 test mark on...

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    Child safety 178 warning never install a rearward-facing child safety seat on the front passenger's seat if the front passenger's airbag has not been deac- tivated ⇒ page 176. This can result in serious or possibly fatal injury. Child safety seats: category 2/3 a suitable child safety seat and a cor...

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    Child safety 179 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data fitting child safety seats general information label on a child safety seat ⇒ fig. 190 approval number manufacturer's serial number. The label also shows information on the use and weight class of the child se...

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    Child safety 180 extended list of recommended child restraint systems 1) manufacturer details: company: fair srl address: strada della cisa 249/251, i- 42040 sorbolo levante di bres- cello (re) / italy. Http://www.Fairbimbofix.Com 2) may also be secured with two-point seat belt. Weight class identif...

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    Child safety 181 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data possible alternatives for securing a child safety seat a child safety seat can be secured on the rear seats and on the front passenger's seat. The following alternatives are available for safely securing a chi...

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    Child safety 182 – fit the protective sleeves onto the retainers between the backrest and the seat cushion ⇒ page 181, fig. 191. – push the mountings on the child safety seat into the protective sleeves until they engage audibly (2x) ⇒ page 181, fig. 191. – pull on the child safety seat to check whe...

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    Intelligent technology 186 intelligent technology electronic stabilisation program (esp) general notes the electronic stabilisation program increases the car's stability on the road. The esp is designed to enhance the control over the vehicle in crit- ical handling situations, such as when accelerat...

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    Intelligent technology 187 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data switching off the esp should normally be left switched on at all times. If required, you can press the esp off button to switch off the traction control system (asr) or the electronic stabilisation p...

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    Intelligent technology 188 pedal very quickly, the brake assist system automatically boosts the braking force to the maximum level, up to the point where the anti- lock brake function (abs) intervenes to stop the wheels from locking. You should then keep the brake pedal pressed until the vehicle has...

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    Intelligent technology 189 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data can cause the system to reduce engine power when this is not desired. Also refer to ⇒ page 234, “replacing wheels and tyres”. Electronic differential lock (edl) the electronic differential lock monit...

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    Intelligent technology 190 brought into contact with the brake discs. This automatic process which goes unnoticed by the driver is carried out at regular intervals and is intended to improve braking response in wet conditions. In certain conditions, such as in heavy rain, or after washing the car or...

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    Intelligent technology 191 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data if a fault should occur in the servotronic system the power steering will still operate. The degree of power assistance will, however, no longer adapt to different speeds. If the electronic regulatin...

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    Intelligent technology 192 warning • even with four-wheel drive, you should always adjust your speed to suit the conditions. Do not let the extra safety provided tempt you into taking any risks when driving – this can cause acci- dents. • the braking ability of your car is limited by the grip of the...

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    Intelligent technology 193 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data points to remember starting ability has first priority. Short trips, city traffic and low temperatures all place a heavy load on the battery. In these conditions a large amount of power is consumed, ...

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    Intelligent technology 194 battery has been charged up again sufficiently while the vehicle was being driven. Message comes on and does not go out if the message appears in the display after the ignition is switched on or while driving, and does not go out again, the battery is not being maintained ...

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    Your vehicle and the environment 195 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data your vehicle and the environment running in a new vehicle should be run in over a distance of 1,500 km. For the first 1,000 km the engine speed should not exceed 2/3 of the maximum permissi...

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    Your vehicle and the environment 196 how to improve economy and minimise pollution fuel economy, environmental impact and wear on the engine, brakes and tyres depend largely on the way you drive the vehicle. By adopting an economical driving style and anticipating the traffic situation ahead, you ca...

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    Your vehicle and the environment 197 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data avoid carrying unneccessary loads every kilo of extra weight will increase the fuel consumption, so it is worth checking the luggage compartment occasionally to make sure that no unnecessar...

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    Towing a trailer 198 towing a trailer driving the vehicle with a trailer or caravan technical requirements the towing bracket must comply with certain technical requirements. Your car is intended mainly for transporting passengers and luggage. However, if suitably equipped, it can also be used to to...

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    Towing a trailer 199 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data additional mirrors fitted. Both exterior mirrors should be mounted on hinged extension brackets. Adjust the mirrors to give sufficient vision to the rear. Power supply when you remove the ignition key the ...

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    Towing a trailer 200 warning it is essential that you adjust your speed to suit the weather, road and traffic conditions. Do not let the trailer stabilisation system tempt you into taking any risks when driving – this can cause acci- dents. • the esp and trailer stabilisation system cannot defy the ...

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    Towing a trailer 201 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data accessories before mounting equipment and accessories (e.G. Bicycle rack) please observe the following notes. The equipment/accessories mounted must not protrude more than 700 mm from the ball joint . The ...

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    Towing a trailer 202 the removable ball joint attachment for the towing bracket is stored under the floor panel on the left-hand side of the luggage compart- ment. The ball joint can be fitted and removed by hand. Warning never use tools of any kind when fitting and removing the ball joint. This cou...

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    Towing a trailer 203 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – also check the shaft section of the ball joint and its asso- ciated mechanical parts to make sure they are clean and undamaged. Continued ⇒ page 203, “fitting the ball joint (step 2)”. Warning it is impo...

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    Towing a trailer 204 – pull out the knob in direction , hold and turn in direc- tion until the locking ball engages ⇒ . Inserting the ball joint – with the spring mechanism in the “ready” position, insert the ball joint into the mounting fixture and push it upwards ⇒ page 203, fig. 200 in the direct...

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    Towing a trailer 205 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – check that the ball joint fits tightly in the mounting fixture (try moving it about to check). Electrical socket for trailer – the cable of the towing bracket can be connected to the socket ⇒ page 204, f...

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    Towing a trailer 206 warning make sure that the socket unit has closed off the mounting fixture of the towing bracket properly. Otherwise the ball joint may fail to engage securely if dirt accumulates in the mounting fixture. Towing bracket (retrofitting) if required, the vehicle can be retrofitted ...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 210 care of vehicle and cleaning general notes regular care helps to maintain the value of the vehicle. Regular and careful care helps to maintain the value of the vehicle. This may also be one of the requirements for upholding any warranty claims in the event of corrosi...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 211 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data warning • do not wash the vehicle with the ignition switched on – risk of accident. • do not clean the underside of the car or inside the wheel arches without protecting your hands and arms. Yo...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 212 plastic parts plastic parts will come clean with regular washing. If this is not suffi- cient, plastic parts should only be treated with a special solvent-free plastic cleaning agent. Do not use paint cleaners, polishes or wax on plastic parts. Paint damage minor dam...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 213 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data after washing, the wheels should only be cleaned with an "acid- free" cleaning agent for alloy wheels. This is available from audi dealers and specialist retailers. Never leave the cleaning age...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 214 a spirit-based cleaner can be used to remove grease, oil, lipstick or ball point pen. Then dab the dissolved grease or colour particles off with an absorbent cloth or similar. You may also have to treat the stain once more using washing paste and water. If the covers...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 215 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data • remove stains from fresh ball-pen and other inks, lipstick, shoe cream and similar stains as soon as possible. • preserve the colour of the leather. A special coloured cream will renew the co...

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    Care of vehicle and cleaning 216 applies to vehicles: with alcantara seat covers cleaning alcantara removing dust and dirt – moisten a cloth just a little and wipe down the seat covers. Removing stains – moisten a cloth with lukewarm water or diluted methyl- ated spirits. – dab at the stain. Start a...

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    Fuel and filling the tank 217 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data fuel and filling the tank petrol petrol grade the correct grade of petrol is listed inside the fuel tank flap. The vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter and must only be run on unleaded p...

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    Fuel and filling the tank 218 – hook the cap onto the open flap ⇒ page 217, fig. 208. Closing the tank cap – screw on the tank cap clockwise until it cannot be turned further. – press the left side of the flap to close it (you should hear it click into place). When the automatic filler nozzle is ope...

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    Fuel and filling the tank 219 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data releasing the tank flap manually the tank flap can be released manually if the central locking system should fail to operate. The manual release mechanism is located behind the side trim on the ri...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 220 checking and topping up fluids bonnet releasing the bonnet the bonnet is released from inside the vehicle. – open the driver's door. – pull the lever under the dashboard in the direction indi- cated (arrow) ⇒ fig. 210. The bonnet springs out of its lock. Opening th...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 221 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data working on components in the engine compartment extra caution is necessary when working on components in the engine compartment. Always be aware of the danger of injury and scalding as well a...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 222 warning • for safety reasons the bonnet must always be completely closed when the vehicle is moving. After closing it always check that it is properly secured. The bonnet must be flush with the adja- cent body panels. • should you notice that the bonnet is not safe...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 223 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data • do not mix the longlife oil with oil intended for fixed service intervals, as the requirements for the extended service intervals are then no longer guaranteed. • in exceptional circumstanc...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 224 topping up the engine oil – unscrew cap from oil filler opening ⇒ fig. 214. – carefully put in the specified grade of oil ⇒ page 281 0.5 litres at a time. – after two minutes check the oil level once again ⇒ page 223. – if the oil level is too low, add more engine ...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 225 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data countries with warm climate the coolant concentration must not be reduced by adding plain water, even in the summer or in warm climates. The concentration of the anti-freeze additive must alw...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 226 caution radiator sealants must not be added to the coolant. Such additives could seriously impair the function of the cooling system. Topping up the coolant be careful when topping up coolant. – switch off the engine. – wait for the engine to cool down. – cover the...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 227 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data brake fluid checking brake fluid level the brake fluid level can be checked at a glance. – check the fluid level on the brake fluid reservoir ⇒ fig. 216. It should always be between the “min”...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 228 for the sake of the environment if the fluid has to be drained out of the brake system, use an appro- priate container to catch the used brake fluid and dispose of it in the proper manner. Battery general notes all work on batteries requires specialist knowledge. T...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 229 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data important safety warnings for handling a car battery all work on batteries requires specialist knowledge. The vehicle battery is located under the floor panel in the luggage compartment. Warn...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 230 • do not expose the battery to direct sunlight over a long period of time, as the intense ultraviolet radiation can affect the battery housing. • if the car is left standing for long periods, protect the battery from extreme cold temperature so that it does not “fr...

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    Checking and topping up fluids 231 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data replacing the battery a replacement battery must have the same specifications as the original equipment battery. Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent power management system to contro...

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    Wheels and tyres 232 wheels and tyres wheels general notes – when driving with new tyres, be especially careful during the first 500 km. – if you have to drive over a kerb or similar obstacle, drive very slowly and as near as possible at a right angle to the kerb. – inspect the tyres regularly for d...

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    Wheels and tyres 233 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – the tyre pressures should only be checked when the tyres are cold. The slightly raised pressures of warm tyres must not be reduced. – the pressures must be altered to suit major changes in the load being...

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    Wheels and tyres 234 tread wear indicators the tread wear indicators show the condition of the tyre treads. The original tyres on your vehicle have 1.6 mm high “tread wear indicators” ⇒ fig. 220 running across the tread. Depending on the make, there will be 6 to 8 of them spaced at equal distances a...

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    Wheels and tyres 235 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – never use tyres whose actual size exceeds the dimen- sions of the factory-approved makes of tyre. – if you wish to fit the vehicle with non-standard rims or tyres, it is advisable to consult an audi deal...

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    Wheels and tyres 236 replacement parts, trained personnel and facilities for disposing of the old tyres. Warning • it is very important to ensure that the tyres you have chosen have adequate clearance. When selecting replacement tyres, do not rely entirely on the nominal tyre size marked on the tyre...

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    Wheels and tyres 237 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data in winter road conditions winter tyres will considerably improve the car's handling. Due to their type of construction (width, rubber compound, tread pattern), summer tyres give less grip on ice and snow. ...

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    Wheels and tyres 238 for technical reasons snow chains may only be used on tyres with certain wheel rim/tyre combinations. Only use snow chains with fine-pitch links. The links must not protrude more than 13.5 mm from the tyres (including tensioner). Remove the chains when roads are free of snow. Ot...

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    Accessories and modifications to the vehicle 239 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data accessories and modifications to the vehicle accessories and replacement parts always ask your dealer or specialist retailer for advice before purchasing accessories and replace...

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    Accessories and modifications to the vehicle 240 radio transmitters and business equipment radio transmitters (fixed installation) retrofit installations of radio transmitters in the vehicle are subject to official approval. Audi generally authorises in-vehicle installa- tions of approved types of r...

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    Self-help 244 self-help applies to vehicles: with warning triangle warning triangle the factory-supplied warning triangle is attached to the inside of the boot lid. – to remove the warning triangle, push the tab in the direc- tion indicated by the arrow ⇒ fig. 222 and pull the retainer down. The ret...

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    Self-help 245 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data applies to vehicles: with fire extinguisher fire extinguisher the factory-fitted fire extinguisher is located in the foot- well on the front passenger's side (secured in a holder). Taking out the fire extinguishe...

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    Self-help 246 if you need the tools, the tyre mobility system or the jack*, you will have to open the floor panel and take out the spare wheel* ⇒ page 246. The tool kit includes: • a hook for removing hub caps • pin for mounting a wheel • screwdriver with reversible blade • tool for changing bulbs •...

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    Self-help 247 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data how to use the compact temporary spare wheel should you ever have a punctured tyre, the compact temporary spare wheel is only intended for temporary use until you can reach a workshop. The standard-size road whee...

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    Self-help 248 the tms can be used at outside temperatures down to – 20 °c. Warning after repairing a tyre please note the following points: • do not drive faster than 80 km/h. • avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and fast cornering. • vehicle handling could be impaired. • tyres which have been s...

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    Self-help 249 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – ensure that all passengers leave the vehicle and move away from the danger area ⇒ . – take the tyre sealant can and the electric compressor out of the luggage compartment ⇒ page 245. – fix the sticker “max. 80 ...

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    Self-help 250 caution take special care if you have to repair a tyre on a gradient. Note • do not use the compressor for longer than 6 minutes at a time, as it could overheat. When the compressor has cooled down, you can use it again. • if tyre sealant should leak out, leave it to dry and then pull ...

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    Self-help 251 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – tighten the wheel bolts firmly in diagonal sequence with the box spanner ⇒ page 251. – fit the hub cap back on. After changing a wheel what you must do after changing a wheel. – place the wheel with the defecti...

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    Self-help 252 loosening – fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel bolt 7) . – grip the box spanner as close to the end as possible and turn the wheel bolts about one turn anti-clockwise ⇒ page 251, fig. 230 -arrow-. Tightening – fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel...

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    Self-help 253 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – now fit the crank handle onto the jack by inserting it in the opening on the knob ⇒ page 252, fig. 232. Turn the crank handle clockwise or anti-clockwise to secure it in place. – raise the vehicle by winding th...

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    Self-help 254 – screw in the mounting pin (provided in the vehicle's tool kit) by hand in place of the wheel bolt ⇒ page 253, fig. 234. – then unscrew the other wheel bolts as described above. – take off the wheel. The mounting pin stays where it is. Putting on the spare wheel – put on the spare whe...

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    Self-help 255 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data – insert the hook (provided in the vehicle's tool kit) in the hole in the hub cap. – pull off the hub cap ⇒ page 251, fig. 229. – insert the adapter completely into the wheel bolt . – fit the box spanner as far a...

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    Self-help 256 starting the engine the two jump leads must be connected in the correct sequence. The jump-start terminals are located in the engine compart- ment ⇒ fig. 236. Connecting the positive terminals with the positive lead (red) – open the red cap on the positive terminal ⇒ fig. 236. 1. Conne...

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    Self-help 257 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data terminal must not touch metal parts of the vehicle: this can cause short circuiting. • do not bend over the batteries – risk of acid burns. • the screw plugs on the battery cells must be screwed in firmly. • keep...

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    Self-help 258 do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid jerking the towrope. When towing on a loose surface there is always a risk of overloading and damaging the anchorage points. Caution if there is no oil in the gearbox or no lubricant in the automatic transmission the c...

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    Self-help 259 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data rear towline anchorage vehicles which do not have a factory-fitted towing bracket* have a towline anchorage on the right side of the rear bumper. Vehicles with towline anchorage – take the towline anchorage out o...

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    Self-help 260 warning there is a high risk of accidents when tow-starting, as the towed vehicle can easily be driven into the towing vehicle. Caution when tow-starting the vehicle, do not tow it further than 50 metres: otherwise the catalytic converter could be damaged. Towing a vehicle with manual ...

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    Fuses and bulbs 261 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data fuses and bulbs fuses changing a fuse if a fuse has blown it must be replaced. – identify the fuse for the failed component. – switch off the ignition and the component concerned. – remove the fuse box cove...

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    Fuses and bulbs 262 the seats with electrical adjustment are protected by circuit breakers. These reset automatically after a few seconds when the overload has been corrected. Fuse list fuse list fuse list no. Electrical equipment amps fuse carrier (black) 1 vacant 2 clutch sensor 5 3 garage door op...

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    Fuses and bulbs 263 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data fuses on the passenger's side some of the items listed are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras. Please note that the following list, while correct at the time of printing, is subject to alt...

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    Fuses and bulbs 264 fuse list for luggage compartment – remove the trim. – open the fuse cover. Fuse list fuse list fuse list no. Electrical equipment amps fuse carrier (black) 1 vacant 2 control unit for trailer 15 3 control unit for trailer 20 4 control unit for trailer 20 5 electronic parking bra...

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    Fuses and bulbs 265 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data bulbs changing bulbs changing bulbs requires a certain degree of practical skill. You can change the following bulbs for exterior lights yourself: • bulb for turn signals • bulb for fog light • bulbs for re...

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    Fuses and bulbs 266 • incorrect handling of the high-voltage element of xenon gas- discharge bulbs* can have potentially fatal consequences. • when changing bulbs, please take care not to injure yourself on sharp edges, in particular on the headlight housing. Caution • always remove the ignition key...

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    Fuses and bulbs 267 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data in the case of bulb holders with a bayonet fastener please proceed as follows: removing the bulb holder – turn the bulb holder in the direction of the arrow ⇒ page 266, fig. 245 as far as it will go and the...

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    Fuses and bulbs 268 installing – perform all of the above steps in reverse sequence. The headlight must be inserted in two guides (on the underside of the headlight). This is the only way to ensure that the headlight is installed in the correct position. To determine whether the headlight is correct...

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    Fuses and bulbs 269 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data the description for changing the bulb refers to the left fog light; in principle the same procedure applies to the right fog light. – switch off the ignition and the lights. – detach the trim cover ⇒ page 2...

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    Fuses and bulbs 270 removing rear light to change the bulbs, you must remove the rear light. Removing the light requires a certain degree of practical skill. – check which of the bulbs is defective. – open the boot lid. – remove the side trim. – insert the screwdriver (from the tool kit) through the...

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    Fuses and bulbs 271 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data changing bulbs all bulbs can be changed easily after removing the rear light. The bulbs are secured with a bayonet fastener. The table below gives an overview of the bulb positions. – remove the relevant bu...

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    Fuses and bulbs 272 changing bulbs in boot lid rear lights in boot lid • rear fog light • reversing light before you begin working, please make yourself familiar with the different bulb versions ⇒ page 265. Removing bulb carrier the description for changing the bulb refers to the left rear light uni...

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    Fuses and bulbs 273 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data changing bulbs all bulbs can be changed easily on the bulb carrier. The bulbs are secured with a bayonet fastener. The table below gives an overview of the bulb positions. – lightly press the defective bulb...

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    Fuses and bulbs 274 number plate light removing number plate light – take the screwdriver out of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ page 245. – insert the flat-blade side of the reversible screwdriver insert into the slot on the number plate light ⇒ fig. 261. – using the screwdriver, start by pressing the numbe...

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    General notes 278 general notes explanation of technical data where not otherwise indicated or separately listed, all technical data apply to vehicles with standard equipment for the german market. Other figures may apply for special versions and export models. Please note that the details listed in...

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    General notes 279 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data this applies especially when the vehicle is fully laden. Capacities fuel tank windscreen washer vehicle identification data vehicle identification number on the sound system or mmi – select: function selector...

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    General notes 280 vehicle data sticker the vehicle data sticker ⇒ page 279, fig. 264 is located near the battery in the luggage compartment. One section of the vehicle data sticker is attached to the inside cover of the service schedule before the vehicle is handed over. The sticker lists the follow...

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    Performance, weights and dimensions 281 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data performance, weights and dimensions s5 4.2 quattro engine data performance figures weights maximum trailer weights 2) engine oil 1) with slight loss of power 2) the specified trailer wei...

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    Index 284 a abs see anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . . 17 ac mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96, 105 acceleration figures see performance, weights and dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 trail...

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    Index 285 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data blower deluxe automatic air conditioner . . . . 94 deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . 102 bonnet closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    Index 286 cruise control system adjusting speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 control lever on steering wheel . . . . 123 cruise mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1...

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    Index 287 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data e easy-entry function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 economical driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 edl see electronic differential lock . . . . . . . 17 electric seat adjustment see seat adjust...

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    Index 288 ethanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 fuel level low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 saving fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Index 289 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data light sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 light sensor defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 coming home . . . . . ...

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    Index 290 front and rear, with display and reversing camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 general notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 note on distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 notes on acoustic parking aid . . . . . . 143 notes on reversing camera . . . ...

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    Index 291 controls safety driving tips general maintenance self-help technical data safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 taking off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 seat heating front (deluxe automatic air...

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    Index 292 tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 tyre mobility system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 tyres inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 tyre service life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 u uni...