User manual AUDI A4

li 2007 9:16 09 Audi A4 Owner's Manual Audi A4 englisch 9.07 li 2007 9:16 09 © 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 specifications at any time. No legal commitment can therefore be implied by the information, illustrations or descriptions in this Manual. No part of this Owner's M translated without the wr under the laws of copyrig Subject to alteration and Date of publication: 27.06 For the sake of th This paper was bleached document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Foreword Thank you for choosing the Audi A4. The new Audi A4 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 with your vehicle in detail. As well as information on how to use the controls and equipment, the Owner's Manual contains important notes on care and maintenance. These are relevant to your safety and will help preserve your car's value. The Manual also offers useful driving tips and advice, together with some suggestions on how to drive your car with minimum impact on the environment. In addition to this Owner's Manual, the Service Wallet also includes the Service Schedule for your vehicle. This booklet contains important information on Audi service requirements and lists the vehicle's fuel consumption figures. The Service Wallet also includes operating manuals for optional on-board systems such as the radio, navigation and telephone. We recommend that you keep the Service Wallet in the car at all times. Should you have any further questions regarding your car or if you suspect that your owner's literature is not complete, please contact your Audi dealer or importer. They are always glad to answer your queries and note any suggestions you may have. We wish you safe and enjoyable motoring with your Audi A4. AUDI AG document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 2 Contents Contents Notes on this Owner's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Clear vision . . . . . . . Windscreen wipers Rear-view mirrors . Digital compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 65 68 71 73 73 74 75 77 78 79 83 84 85 86 87 89 90 93 93 100 101 109 110 114 116 116 116 118 Electro-mechanical parking brake Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . 121 125 128 128 134 140 142 145 145 149 149 156 159 159 162 162 169 169 169 170 171 177 177 178 179 179 adaptive cruise control (ACC) . . Speed and distance control system Driver messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Audi braking guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seats and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual adjustment of front seats Electric adjustment of front seats Seat memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . Roof carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roof load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cigarette lighter and electrical sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On-board 230 Volt Euro socket . . . Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . Audi lane assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Audi lane assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Audi side assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lane change assist feature . . . . . . Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls Overview ..................... 7 9 9 11 11 14 15 21 21 25 28 30 39 42 42 51 53 53 55 57 57 63 Controls and displays . . . . . . . . . . ...................... Audi drive select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the vehicle set-up ..... Instruments and warning/indicator lamps . . . . . . . Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . multitronic®, tiptronic (6-speed gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heating and cooling . . . . . . . . . . . Deluxe automatic air conditioner . Deluxe automatic air conditioner basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deluxe automatic air conditioner plus - basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . Auxiliary heating and auxiliary ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Audi parking system . . . . . . . . . Audi parking system plus . . . . . Audi parking system advanced Switching display and acoustic signals on and off . . . . . . . . . . . Towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driver information system . . . . . . Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . Speed warning function . . . . . . . . Auto-check control . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyre pressure monitoring system Central locking system Boot lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child-proof catches . . Electric windows . . . . Sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doors and windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... ... ... HomeLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Universal transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and stopping the engine with the advanced key . . . . . . . . . . Lights and vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Contents 3 Safety ....................... 185 186 186 188 191 192 194 194 195 197 199 201 201 203 205 207 208 210 210 213 216 Driving tips ................ 221 222 222 224 225 226 226 229 229 229 229 231 232 232 235 General maintenance ... 243 Safe driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . Correct sitting positions . . . Pedal area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stowing luggage safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intelligent technology . . . . . . . . . . Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power steering (servotronic) . . . Four-wheel drive (quattro®) . . . . Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care of vehicle and cleaning . . . 244 General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care of exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Care of interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Filling the tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 244 247 251 251 252 254 254 256 257 260 262 263 267 268 274 Fuel and filling the tank . . . . . . . . 251 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Why is it so important to use seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Forces acting in a collision . . . . . . How to wear seat belts properly . Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Your vehicle and the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emission control systems . . . . How to improve economy and minimise pollution . . . . . . . . . . . Environmental compatibility . . ... ... ... ... Checking and topping up fluids Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine compartment layout Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windscreen washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Description of airbag system . . . . Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head-protection airbags (sideguard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deactivating the front passenger's airbag via the key-operated switch Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving the vehicle with a trailer or caravan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removable towing bracket . . . . . . Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Run flat tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Points to remember if children are travelling in the car . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child safety seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitting child safety seats . . . . . . . . Accessories and modifications to the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Accessories and replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Radio transmitters and business equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 277 278 Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 4 Contents Self-help ..................... 281 Technical data ............ 319 320 320 320 321 321 323 323 325 Self-help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Warning triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First-aid kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fire extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tools and Tyre Mobility System . . Compact temporary spare wheel* Tyre repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tow-starting and towing away . . Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing bulbs for headlights . . Changing bulb for front fog lights Changing bulbs for rear lights in side panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing bulbs in boot lid . . . . . . Number plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 282 283 283 284 285 288 293 295 300 304 306 310 311 314 315 General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Explanation of technical data Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vehicle identification data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Performance, weights and dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Petrol engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diesel engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuses and bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 . . . Index ........................ 329 document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 5 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Notes on this Owner's Manual 5 Notes on this Owner's Manual This Owner's Manual contains important information, tips, suggestions and warnings. Please ensure that this Owner's Manual is always kept in the vehicle. It should always be available to anyone else driving the vehicle, i.e. anyone renting, borrowing or buying the vehicle from you. This manual describes the equipment available for the vehicle at the time of going to print. Some of the equipment described here will not be available until a later date, or may only be available in certain markets. Some sections of this Owner's Manual do not apply to all vehicles. If this is the case, a text at the start of the section indicates which vehicles it applies to, e.g. "Applies to vehicles: with auxiliary heater". This optional equipment is also marked with an asterisk "*". Illustrations are intended as a general guide, and may vary from the equipment fitted in your vehicle in some details. At the beginning of this Owner's Manual, you will find a table of contents showing all the items described in this manual in the order in which they appear. An alphabetical index is included at the end of the Owner's Manual. All references to positions such as "left", "right", "front" or "rear" are given as seen facing in the direction of travel. * optional equipment WARNING Texts with this symbol contain safety information. They warn you of serious dangers, possibly involving accident or injury. Caution Texts with this symbol draw your attention to a possible risk of damage to your vehicle. For the sake of the environment Texts with this symbol refer to points relevant to the protection of the environment. Note Texts with this symbol contain additional information of a more general nature. The section is continued on the following page. Denotes the end of a section. ® Registered trademarks are marked ®. However, the absence of this symbol does not constitute a waiver of the rights concerning any proprietary name. Refers to a "WARNING" within the same section. If the WARNING symbol is followed by a page number the warning text referred to is included in a different section. Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 6 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 6 document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Controls 7 document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 8 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 8 Controls and displays Fig. 1 Some of the items of equipment listed in this section are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras. document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Controls and displays 9 Controls and displays Overview 1 A 2 A 3 A 4 A 5 A 6 A 7 A 8 A - Radio - CD changer 18 A Depending on equipment fitted: Door handle Seat memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric adjuster for exterior mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Central locking switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Button for side assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control lever for: - Turn signals and main beam headlights . . . . . . . . . - lane assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Headlight range control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steering wheel with: - Horn - Driver's airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Controls for audio, TV*, telephone and speech dialogue system* 75 70 49 149 57 59 62 145 61 - Radio display A 20 A 21 A 22 A 19 - MMI display 1) Hazard warning lights Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front passenger's airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switches for the following (as applicable): - Audi parking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP) . . . . . . . . . . . - Electric sun blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Control for Audi drive select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air conditioner, depending on equipment fitted: - Deluxe automatic air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . . . . . . . . . . Ashtray with cigarette lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Depending on gearbox fitted, gear lever or selector lever for: - multitronic® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Manual gearbox Depending on equipment fitted: - MMI control console or - Switch for Audi parking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Switch for Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP OFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 203 170 222 64 159 93 101 86, 87 9 A 10 A 23 A 203 24 A 25 A 11 A 12 A 13 A 14 A - Paddle levers for tiptronic gearshift . . . . . . . . . . . . . SET button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reset button for trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control lever for: - Windscreen wipers and washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air outlets with thumbwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - For deluxe automatic air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . - For deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . . . . . . . Depending on equipment fitted: Controls Safety 167 12 11 14 65 25 116 107 99 107 162 26 A 170 222 15 A 16 A 1) 17 A Depending on the equipment fitted in your vehicle the display screen is either two-coloured or multi-coloured. As the two displays are more or less identical this Owner's Manual uses the multi-coloured displays for illustration purposes. Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 10 Controls and displays - Switch for electric sun blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 A 28 A 29 A 30 A - Control for Audi drive select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electro-mechanical parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjustable steering column (hidden behind steering wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Depending on equipment fitted: - Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - adaptive cruise control Bonnet lock release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switch for releasing the boot lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 159 118 121 116 125 254 51 53 31 A 32 A 33 A · · 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 the illustration page 8, fig. 1. However, the symbols used to identify the controls are the same. document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 11 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Instruments Instrument cluster overview The instrument cluster is the driver's information centre. 7 A Speedometer 8 A Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 · · Note The needles in the instrument cluster will sweep across the dials when you switch on the ignition. The instrument lighting (illumination of dials and needles) is switched on when the ignition is on and the vehicle's lights are off. The instrument lighting is dimmed automatically as the daylight starts to fade. This function is intended to remind the driver to switch on the dipped-beam headlights in good time when light conditions become poor. Coolant temperature gauge 1 The coolant temperature gauge A fig. 2 only works when the ignition is switched on. In order to avoid possible damage to the engine, please read the following notes for the different temperature ranges. Engine cold Fig. 2 Overview of instrument cluster 1 A 2 A 3 A 4 A 5 A Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SET button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display - Driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Date and time display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Mileage recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reset button for trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls Safety 11 12 15 12 21 13 14 14 If the needle is still in the lower range of the dial, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high engine speeds, full acceleration and heavy engine loads. Normal temperature In normal operation the needle will settle somewhere in the centre of the dial once the engine has reached operating temperature. The needle may also go further up when the engine is working hard at high outside temperatures. This is no cause for concern provided the warning symbol in the display does not start flashing. 6 A Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 12 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 12 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Warning symbol in instrument cluster Rev counter The rev counter indicates the number of engine revolutions per minute. You should select a lower gear if the engine speed drops below 1500 rpm. The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed which may be used briefly when the engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. However, it is advisable to change up a gear or move the selector lever to "D" (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone. 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 33. If the needle is at the top end of the dial, this means the coolant temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and wait for it to cool down. If the warning lamp starts flashing again after just a short distance, contact a qualified workshop. WARNING · · Before opening the bonnet and checking the coolant level, please observe the warning information on page 255, "Working on components in the engine compartment". Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment; there is a risk of being scalded. Wait until you can no longer see or hear escaping steam or coolant. Caution 2 Never allow the rev counter needle A page 11, fig. 2 to go into the red zone on the dial for more than a very brief period: there is a risk of damaging the engine. The start of the red zone on the dial is different for some engine versions. For the sake of the environment · Caution · Additional lights and other accessories in front of the air inlet reduce the cooling effect of the radiator. At high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the engine overheating. The front spoiler also ensures proper distribution of the cooling air when the vehicle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged this can reduce the cooling effect, which could cause the engine to overheat. You should obtain professional assistance. Changing up a gear early will help you to save fuel and minimise engine noise. SET button This button has a number of different functions. Fig. 3 Instrument cluster: SET button document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps The SET 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 SET button page 12, fig. 3 when the ignition is switched off. Starting check procedure (auto-check control) The auto-check control checks important components and vehicle systems. These background checks are run constantly, as long as the ignition is switched on page 30. You can start the "check procedure" manually by pressing the SET button with the ignition switched on. This function check can be started at road speeds up to 5 km/h. Calling up driver messages again A red or yellow symbol appearing in the instrument cluster display is normally accompanied by a corresponding message. The message will disappear from the display after about 5 seconds. If required, you can call up the message again by briefly pressing the SET button. Setting speed warning You can press the SET button briefly to set speed limit warning 1 while the vehicle is moving page 29. If you press and hold the SET button, this will cancel the speed warning. 13 Time and date display Fig. 4 Instrument cluster: Time and date display Quartz clock The date, time and display format can be changed using the sound system or MMI* control console. Please refer to the sound system or MMI* Operating Manual for more details. Radio-controlled clock* When the clock is in "radio-control" mode the signal reception symbol (a radio tower with radio waves) appears in the display fig. 4. It is then not possible to change the minutes or the date manually. · · Note The digital clock and mileage recorder displays are switched on for about 30 seconds when the driver's door is opened. When the ignition is switched off, the clock and date display can be switched on for about 30 seconds by pressing the SET button page 12, fig. 3 page 12. Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 14 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Mileage recorder The instrument shows how far you have travelled. The trip recorder can be reset to zero by pressing the reset button 0.0 fig. 6. Fault display If there is a fault in the instruments, the letters dEF appear permanently in the trip recorder display. Please have the fault rectified as soon as possible. Immobiliser When the ignition is switched on, the security programming of the ignition key is verified electronically. Fig. 5 Instrument cluster: Mileage recorder If an uncoded key is used, SAFE will appear continuously in the mileage recorder display. The vehicle cannot then be driven page 43. · · · Fig. 6 Instrument cluster: Reset button Note The date, time and recorded mileage will continue to be displayed for about 30 seconds after you switch off the ignition. The digital clock and mileage recorder displays are switched on for about 30 seconds when the driver's door is opened. When the ignition is switched off, the mileage recorder can be switched on for about 30 seconds by pressing the SET button page 12, fig. 3 page 12. The mileage is stated in kilometres ("km") or "miles". You can switch the display from kilometres to miles and vice versa via the sound system or MMI* using the CAR button on the control console. Odometer / trip recorder The odometer records the vehicle's total mileage. The trip recorder shows the distance that has been travelled since it was last reset. It is used to measure individual journeys. The last digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or tenths of a mile. Fuel gauge The gauge only works when the ignition is switched on. When the needle reaches the reserve zone, the symbol page 37 lights up in the instrument cluster display together with the message Please refuel. At this point there are still about 8 litres of fuel left in the tank. This is your reminder to fill up soon. The tank capacity of your vehicle is given in the Technical data section. document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 15 Caution Never run the tank completely dry. The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring, which would allow unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust system. This can lead to overheating and damage to the catalytic converter. Dynamic steering Engine management (alternative to ) (alternative to ) page 16 page 16 page 16 Warning and indicator lamps Overview The warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of different functions and possible faults. Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) page 17 Airbag system Tyre pressure monitoring Left turn signals Trailer turn signals* Seat belt warning lamp Emission control system lane assist (active) lane assist (inactive) Main beam headlights Right turn signals Cruise control system* page 17 page 17 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 18 page 19 Fig. 7 Instrument cluster with warning and indicator lamps Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 16 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 16 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Electro-mechanical parking brake/Audi hold assist* Fault in brake system page 19 page 20 page 20 · Note If the warning lamp flashes, this indicates that the dynamic steering is being initialised. The message "Dynamic steering: Initialising" page 36 will appear in the driver information system display. · Additional warning and indicator lamps are displayed on vehicles equipped with the adaptive cruise control* page 134. The stabilisation functions of the dynamic steering page 222 are not available in the event of a system malfunction. Applies to vehicles: with petrol engine Note A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control page 21. If a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the display in the instrument cluster either with a red symbol (priority 1 ­ serious malfunction) or a yellow symbol (priority 2 ­ other malfunction or item requiring attention). Applies to vehicles: with Audi drive select Engine management This warning lamp monitors the engine management system on petrol engines. The warning lamp (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the ignition is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly. Note If the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a fault in the engine management system. The engine should be serviced by a qualified workshop without delay. Applies to vehicles: with diesel engine Dynamic steering If the warning lamp lights up when you switch on the ignition and goes out when the engine has started, the dynamic steering is activated. If the warning lamp stays on after the engine has started, this indicates a malfunction in the system. You can continue driving carefully at reduced speed to the next qualified workshop, however the steering may feel heavier and its response may be more sensitive than usual. In addition, it is possible that the steering wheel will be off centre when driving in a straight line. Glow plug system The indicator lamp lights up to show that the glow plugs are preheating. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic glow plug system. The indicator lamp lights up while the glow plugs are preheating. If the engine fails to start immediately, the glow plugs have not finished preheating. In this case, keep the clutch pedal depressed (or keep your foot on the brake if your vehicle has an automatic gearbox) until the engine starts. WARNING Have the system malfunction in the dynamic steering repaired by a qualified workshop as soon as possible ­ risk of accident. document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 17 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps switching the ignition off and then on again. If the warning lamp goes out, this means the system is fully functional. For further information on the ESP page 222. 17 · · Note If the glow plug indicator lamp should start flashing while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a fault in the engine management system. The engine should be serviced without delay. If the indicator lamp fails to light up when the ignition is switched on, this can mean that the glow plug system is defective. The engine should be serviced. Airbag system This warning lamp monitors the airbag and seat belt tensioner system. The warning lamp should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on. If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or flickers when the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in the system. This is also the case if the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on. Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) This warning lamp monitors the electronic stabilisation program. The warning lamp has the following functions: · · · · · It flashes when the ESP or traction control system (ASR) intervenes while the vehicle is in motion. The warning lamp will light up continuously if the ESP or the traction control system (ASR) has been switched off using the ESP OFF button page 222. It lights up when the ignition is switched on and should go out again after about 2 seconds. This signals that the lamp is working properly. It will light up continuously if there is a malfunction in the ESP. It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the ESP operates in conjunction with the ABS. If the battery has been disconnected, if the battery voltage is very low, or if the engine has been started from an outside power source, the ESP system will perform an initialisation of the various on-board sensors while you drive the first few metres. The warning lamp will light up during this period. It will go out when the initialisation has been completed. If the warning lamp lights up and stays on after the engine is started, this may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP. In this case the ESP can be reactivated by Controls Safety Driving tips WARNING If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immediately by a qualified workshop. If this is neglected, there is a risk that the airbag system and/or belt tensioners may not be activated in an accident. Tyre pressure monitoring The tyre pressure should be corrected as soon as possible if it is too low. If the symbol flashes for about a minute and then remains lit after you switch on the ignition, there is a fault in the system. Please contact the nearest qualified workshop as soon as possible. For more detailed information on the tyre pressure monitoring system, please refer to page 39. General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 18 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 18 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Turn signals Emission control system Depending on which turn signal is operated, either the left or right indicator lamp flashes. Both indicator lamps will flash when the hazard warning lights are switched on. If one turn signal should fail, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice as fast. This does not apply when towing a caravan or trailer. The indicator lamp will stop flashing if one of the turn signals on the vehicle or the caravan/trailer should fail. For further information on the turn signals page 62. Applies to vehicles: with towing bracket If the warning lamp lights up continuously you should take your vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible in order to have the fault rectified. If the warning lamp flashes drive on at reduced speed and seek professional help in order to avoid damage to the catalytic converter. For further information on the catalytic converter page 229. Applies to vehicles: with lane assist lane assist (active) Trailer turn signals The indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are operated while towing a caravan or trailer. The indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are operated, provided a caravan or trailer is correctly attached and connected to the vehicle. The indicator lamp will not flash if one of the turn signals on the trailer fails. The indicator lamp confirms that the system is fully functional. You will be warned if you are about to cross the lane markings detected by the system. For more information on the lane assist system, please see page 145. lane assist (inactive) The warning lamp indicates that the system is switched on. However, you will not be warned if you cross the lane markings. For more information on the lane assist system, please see page 145. Seat belt warning lamp The warning lamp acts as a reminder to fasten the seat belts. After switching on the ignition, the warning lamp will remain lit until the driver and front passenger (if applicable) have fastened their seat belts. When the vehicle has gathered speed you will also hear a warning chime. For further information on the seat belts page 194. Main beam headlights The indicator lamp lights up when the main beams are on or when the headlight flasher is operated. For further information on the main beam headlights page 62. document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 19 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps Applies to vehicles: with cruise control system 19 Fault on the electronic differential lock (EDL) The EDL works in conjunction with the ABS. If a malfunction should occur in the EDL, this is indicated by the ABS warning lamp . Please take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further information on the EDL page 222. Cruise control The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the cruise control system is operating. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) · · WARNING Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level, observe the warning information on page 255, "Working on components in the engine compartment". If the brake warning lamp should light up together with the ABS warning lamp , stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid level has dropped below the "MIN" mark you must not drive on - otherwise there may be an increased accident risk. You should obtain professional assistance. The warning lamp monitors the ABS and the electronic differential lock (EDL). The warning lamp lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on and while the engine is being started. The lamp goes out again once the system has run through an automatic test sequence. There is a fault in the ABS if: · the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on, · · the warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds, the warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving. · The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way (except that the ABS control function is out of action). Please take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further information on the ABS page 222. If a fault occurs in the ABS, the ESP warning lamp will also light up. Fault in the main brake system If the ABS warning lamp lights up together with the brake warning lamp page 32, this indicates a fault in the ABS function, and possibly a malfunction in the main brake system as well . If there is a malfunction in the brake system the symbol will light up in the instrument cluster. Please refer to page 32. If the brake fluid level is OK, the fault in the brake system may have been caused by a failure of the ABS control function. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified. Applies to vehicles: with Audi hold assist Audi hold assist This warning lamp monitors the Audi hold assist function. Audi hold assist helps the driver to keep the vehicle stationary while the engine is running, for instance on steep gradients, at traffic 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 stopped, Audi hold assist keeps the vehicle stationary. The green symbol in the instrument cluster indicates that the function is activated. You can now take your foot off the brake pedal. Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 20 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 20 Instruments and warning/indicator lamps When the vehicle has been stationary for an extended period, Audi hold assist will automatically apply the parking brake. In this case, the green symbol will change to red . same time. You can press the SET button to obtain a message explaining the fault page 32. If a failure should occur in the ABS, the ABS warning lamp will light up together with the brake warning lamp . Electro-mechanical parking brake WARNING This warning lamp monitors the electro-mechanical parking brake. The warning lamp lights up when the parking brake is applied with the ignition on. After the ignition has been switched off the lamp will stay on for about 30 seconds. The warning lamp will light up for about 30 seconds if the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched off. The warning lamp should go out when the parking brake is released. If the warning lamp flashes continuously after the parking brake has been applied, the brake may not be strong enough to hold the vehicle on a slope. This may be due to the brakes overheating. Please note the following points: · · Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level, observe the warning information on page 255, "Working on components in the engine compartment". If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up when driving, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low ­ this may cause an increased accident risk. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. You should obtain professional assistance. If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS warning lamp, this can mean that the control function of the ABS is out of action. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified. · · · If the gradient is too steep to park the vehicle safely, the display will show the message Caution: Vehicle parked too steep. In the event of a fault in the parking brake system the symbol will also appear in the instrument cluster display together with the 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 is a fault in the ABS system or the parking brake. If the warning lamp flashes, there is a fault in the brake system. The symbol in the instrument cluster display will flash at the document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 21 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 Driver information system 21 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. CD and radio display Outside temperature Gear-change indicator Digital speedometer* Door catches/boot lid warning Service interval display Auto-check control* Driver messages Speed warning On-board computer* Fig. 8 Dashboard: Display in instrument cluster (automatic gearbox) page 22 page 22 page 22 page 23 page 24 page 24 page 30 page 30 page 28 page 25 page 163 Selector lever positions for automatic gearbox* Note If a fault should occur, the display will show a red or yellow warning symbol. A red warning symbol indicates a serious malfunction page 31. A yellow warning symbol indicates a less serious malfunction, or other item requiring attention page 35. The display for the driver information system is in the centre of the instrument cluster. The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the ignition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. It gives an audible warning if a fault should occur or if servicing is required, and a red or yellow warning symbol (in some cases with a corresponding driver message) appears in the dashboard display. The system will also display information for the radio and CD player and (if fitted) the route guidance directions from the navigation system*. For further information on these systems, please refer to the sound system or MMI* Operating Manual. On some models the display of information shown in the instrument cluster differs from the illustrations used here. The driver information system includes the following functions: Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 22 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09 22 Driver information system CD and radio display At temperatures below +5°C a snowflake symbol appears next to the temperature display. This is to warn the driver to take extra care when there is a risk of ice on the road. When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the temperature displayed may be slightly higher than the actual outside temperature as a result of the heat radiated from the engine. The temperature units can be set to °F or °C on the sound system or MMI* system. The outside temperature is automatically displayed in the units you have selected. Please refer to the sound system or MMI* Operating Manual for further details. Fig. 9 Display: Radio information 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 part of the display. When a CD is playing, the display will show the current title. If the vehicle is equipped with a CD changer* the display will also show the number of the CD being played (CD1 to CD6). WARNING Do not rely on the outside temperature display as an ice warning. Please bear in mind that there may be patches of ice on the roads even at outside temperatures around +5°C. Applies to vehicles: with manual gearbox and gear-change indicator Outside temperature display The outside temperature is shown when the display is activated. Gear-change indicator This additional indicator function can help to save fuel.