reset AUDI A4 2008 B8 / 4.G Owners Manual

Controls and displays9
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data
Controls and displaysOverview
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*
−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:−Radio
−CD changer
Depending on equipment fitted:
−Radio display
−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) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A1A2
75
A3
70
A4
49
A5
149
A6
57
A7
59
A8
62
145
A9
61
A10
203
167
A11
12
A12
11
A13
14
A14
65
25
A15
116
A16
107
99
107
A17
1)Depending on the equipment fitted in your vehicle the display screen is ei-
ther two-coloured or multi-coloured. As the two displays are more or less
identical this Owner's Manual uses the multi-coloured displays for illustra-
tion purposes.A18A19A20
90
A21
203
A22
170
222
64
159
A23
93
101
A24
86, 87
A25
162
A26
170
222
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps11
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data
Instruments and warning/indicator lampsInstrumentsInstrument cluster overview
The instrument cluster is the driver's information centre.Fig. 2 Overview of instrument cluster
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rev counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display
−Driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Date and time display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Mileage recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reset button for trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Speedometer
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 gaugeThe coolant temperature gauge ⇒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 tempera-
ture ranges.
Engine cold
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.
A1
11
A2
12
A3
15
A4
SET
12
A5
21
13
14
A6
14
A7A8
14
A1
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 14Mileage 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 sound system or MMI* using the 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.The trip recorder can be reset to zero by pressing the reset button
⇒fig. 6.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instruments, the letters dEF appear perma-
nently 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.
If an uncoded key is used, SAFE will appear continuously in the
mileage recorder display. The vehicle cannot then be driven
⇒page 43.
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 button
⇒page 12, fig. 3 ⇒page 12.
Fuel gaugeThe 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.
Fig. 5 Instrument
cluster: Mileage
recorderFig. 6 Instrument
cluster: Reset button
CAR
0.0
SET
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Driver information system25
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data the number of kilometres reaches zero, even if the estimated period
has not yet expired. The remaining distance and time are updated
and displayed briefly each time you switch on the ignition.
•
Service due: When a service is due, Service due! will appear in
the display as soon as you switch on the ignition. The display reverts
back to the standard display after a short time. In addition, a tone
will sound.
Displaying distance and time to next service
In the Car menu, you can look up the distance and time remaining
until the next oil change and next service inspection. To do this,
select function selector button > Service interval display
⇒page 24, fig. 16.
The display may not be complete on new vehicles within the first
500 km.
Resetting the service interval display
Your Audi dealer resets the display after each service. You can only
reset the oil change display yourself. To do this, select function
selector button > Service interval display > Reset oil change
interval. The next oil change will be indicated as being due
15,000 km or one year (fixed service interval) after the oil change
interval is reset.Caution
The system cannot calculate the figures for the service indicator if
the battery is disconnected from the vehicle, so no service reminder
can be displayed during this time. Please remember that keeping to
the correct service intervals is most important for the service life
and residual value of the vehicle (and especially for the life of the
engine). The period between two services must never be longer
than the time specified in the Service Schedule, even if you only
cover a low mileage during this time.
Note
•
Do not reset the display between oil changes - otherwise the
display will be incorrect.
•
The information in the service interval display remains intact if
the battery is disconnected.
•
The distance to the next service cannot be called up if the system
has detected a Priority 1 fault (red symbol).
•
If the service was not performed by a qualified workshop, the oil
change interval display can only be set to “fixed service intervals” of
15,000 km. If you wish to continue with the “LongLife” service, you
will need to have the oil change interval display reset by a qualified
workshop.
On-board computerApplies to vehicles: with on-board computerIntroduction
The on-board computer provides you with useful informa-
tion during a journey, including average and current fuel
consumption, average speed, fuel range and driving time.
CAR
CAR
Fig. 17 On-board
computer: Fuel range
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 25 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Driver information system27
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data Press RESET button ⇒fig. 20 to switch back and forward
between the functions of on-board computers 1 and 2.
The number in the display ⇒page 26, fig. 19 indicates which of the
two memories is currently in use. The figure 1 means that the
display is showing the information in the single journey memory
(on-board computer 1). The figure 2 means that the display is
showing the information in the total journey memory (on-board
computer 2).
Single journey memory (on-board computer 1)
The single journey memory processes the information on a journey
from the time the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. If
the journey is resumed within two hours after the ignition is
switched off, the new figures are automatically included in the
calculation. The memory is automatically deleted when you resume
driving, if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
Total journey memory (on-board computer 2)
Unlike the single journey memory, the total journey memory is not
erased automatically. In this way, you can determine the period for
which you wish the on-board computer to supply figures.
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computerControls
The on-board computer is controlled by means of two
switches on the windscreen wiper lever.– Press the top or bottom of the function selector switch
⇒fig. 20. This displays the on-board computer read-
outs one after the other.The on-board computer can only be operated while the ignition is
switched on. When the ignition is switched on, the display shows
the function that was last selected.
As well as the figures from the on-board computer (computer 1 or
2), the display can also show information from other systems. 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 the
required function and press the RESET button for at least one
second. The following values can be reset to zero individually using
the Reset button:•
Average fuel consumption
•
Average speed
AB
Fig. 20 Windscreen
wiper lever: On-board
computer controls
AA
AB
AB
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 27 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Driver information system 28•
Driving time
•
Distance covered
You can also cancel all the values in the single journey memory or
the total journey memory at the same time ⇒page 28.Note
The information in the memory is cancelled if the battery is
disconnected.Applies to vehicles: with on-board computerBasic settings for the on-board computer
The basic settings for the on-board computer can be
adjusted via the sound system or MMI*.– Select: Function selector button > Instrument
cluster > On-board computer 1 or On-board computer 2.You can zero all the values in the single journey memory or the total
journey memory at the same time by selecting the Reset menu item.
You can also define which items of information you wish to have
displayed by the on-board computer. If one of these items is
switched off, it will not appear in the display. However, the corre-
sponding figures will still be registered by the on-board computer and can be switched back on at any time so that they again appear
in the display.
Speed warning functionApplies to vehicles: with speed warning functionIntroduction
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 audible warning
signal if the set speed is exceeded by about 3 km/h. A warning
symbol will also appear in the display . On some models the symbol
may look slightly different.
The speed warning function has two different warning speeds,
which operate independently and serve slightly different purposes:
Speed limit warning 1

With speed limit warning 1, the maximum speed can be changed
while driving. The speed limit that has been set remains stored until
the ignition is switched off, or until it is changed or cleared.
The speed limit warning symbol
 for speed limit warning 1 will
appear in the display if you exceed the pre-set speed. It goes out
again if the speed is reduced below the set speed limit.
The symbol also goes out if the speed is increased to more than
about 40 km/h above the set speed for at least 10 seconds. This
cancels the speed limit that was originally set.
Setting speed limit warning 1 ⇒page 29.
Speed limit warning 2

You are recommended to store this speed limit warning if you
always wish to be reminded of a particular speed limit. This could
be when driving in countries with general speed limits, or if you
Fig. 21 MMI display:
On-board computer
CAR
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 28 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

Heating and cooling 112
Setting the timers
– Select: Function selector button > control button
AC > e.g. Timer 1 ⇒page 111, fig. 122.
Activating a timer
– Select: Function selector button > control button
AC > Timer status ⇒fig. 123.Three timers are available for the auxiliary heating/ventilation. You
can set a starting time and running time for each of the timers.
When the time set on one of the timers elapses, the date automati-
cally changes to the next day and the Timer status is reset to off. You
have to activate one of the timers (e.g. T1 on) before it will switch on
the auxiliary heating/ventilation at the time you have set. This
prevents the auxiliary heating/ventilation from switching on when
you are not using your vehicle.
Note
Before activating the timer, make sure that the correct time and date
settings have been entered. If the time and/or date are not correct,
the auxiliary heating will come on late or not at all. Please refer to
the MMI Operating Instructions for information on how to set the
date and time.
Applies to vehicles: with auxiliary heating - under development at the time of printingSetting the running time
You can set the running time on the sound system or
MMI*.– Select: Function selector button > control button
AC > Running time.The running time for the auxiliary heating/ventilation can be set to
a time between 15 and 60 minutes. The auxiliary heating/ventilation
will switch itself off at the end of the programmed running time.
Fig. 123 Display: Timer
status
CARCAR
Fig. 124 Display:
Running time
CAR
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 112 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

adaptive cruise control (ACC) 130Applies to vehicles: with adaptive cruise controlHow does the distance control work?
Vehicles in front are detected by a radar sensor.The adaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor ⇒fig. 137 which is
integrated in the front of the vehicle and is subject to certain system
limitations ⇒page 140. Stationary objects are disregarded. The
system requires reflecting surfaces in order to be able to measure
the distance. If the ACC is unable to measure the distance it will not
respond.
No vehicle in front
When there is no vehicle in front, the adaptive cruise control works
like a speed control system. It maintains a constant target speed
specified by the driver.
Vehicle in front
If you catch up with a vehicle driving in front, the adaptive cruise
control will reduce the speed accordingly (within the limits set by
the system ⇒page 138, “Driver intervention prompt” and
⇒page 140, “System limitations”) and adapt it to the speed of the
vehicle in front. Then the system will try to adjust the distance to the
car in front according to the settings selected. During the adjust-
ment process the system may temporarily not be able to adhere to
the distance you had specified ⇒ in “Description” on page 128.If the vehicle in front accelerates, the adaptive cruise control will
also accelerate, up to the target speed you have specified.
Driver intervention prompt
In some situations, it is necessary for the driver to brake the vehicle
with the foot brake in order to keep a safe distance to the vehicle in
front or to avoid a collision. In this case, a warning message will
appear in the display and you will also hear a warning tone
⇒page 138.
When overtaking
When you move into the overtaking lane and no vehicle is detected
in front, the adaptive cruise control will accelerate up to the target
speed and then maintain it.
Overriding
You can still use the accelerator pedal at any time to increase speed
in the normal way. The previously programmed speed will be
resumed when the accelerator pedal is released.
Note
•
Please note that acceleration will vary depending on the preset
programme. If you have, for example, selected “Distance 1” and the
driving programme “dynamic”, acceleration will be more "sporty".
However, if you have set the system to “Distance 4” and driving
programme “comfort”, acceleration will be more gradual. For a
detailed description please refer to ⇒page 133, “Setting the
distance”.
•
No vehicle in front, Vehicle in front and a Driver intervention
prompt will be indicated by an indicator lamp ⇒page 134, “Indi-
cator lamp and display in the speedometer”.
Fig. 137 Area covered
by radar sensor
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 130 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

adaptive cruise control (ACC) 134
WARNING
When setting the distance, the driver is responsible for adhering
to the laws and regulations which apply in the country he is trav-
elling in.Driver messagesApplies to vehicles: with adaptive cruise controlMessages in the instrument cluster
The instrument cluster displays various driver messages.Fig. 143 Overview of instrument cluster
Indicator lamp and speedometer display
Instrument cluster display
System status indicator Indicator lamp and speedometer display
Section of the display shows important information regarding
the use of the adaptive cruise control system. The target speed you
have set is marked by diodes in the speedometer.
The indicator lamp shows whether the system has detected a
vehicle in front.
Instrument cluster display
You can call up the display for the adaptive cruise control by repeat-
edly pressing the button on the windscreen wiper lever. For
more details refer to ⇒page 27.
System status indicator
The information in section of the display is not shown perma-
nently. It only appears if you, for example, set or change the speed
setting, change the time interval, when messages are displayed, or
if the adaptive cruise control is switched off for safety reasons.
Applies to vehicles: with adaptive cruise controlIndicator lamp and display in the speedometer
AAABAC
AA
AA
AB
RESET
AC
AC
Fig. 144 Instrument
cluster: Indicator lamp
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 134 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09

adaptive cruise control (ACC)135
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data Target speed
The target speed set by the driver is indicated by a red diode in the
speedometer.
If the speed setting is between two graduations on the speedom-
eter dial, the two closest diodes will both light up ⇒fig. 143.
It is only possible to set target speeds ranging from 30 to 200 km/h.
This speed range is illuminated slightly by the diodes on the speed-
ometer dial.
Indicator lamp (symbol)
•
No vehicle in front: The green indicator lamp ⇒page 134,
fig. 144 shows that the adaptive cruise control system is in cruise
mode and that there is no vehicle in front. It maintains the stored
target speed.
•
Vehicle in front: The green indicator lamp shows that the
system has detected a vehicle in front. The speed is adapted to the
vehicle in front. The adaptive cruise control system accelerates and
brakes the vehicle automatically.
•
Driver intervention prompt: When the red indicator lamp
flashes , this is a warning for the driver to intervene. The driver
has to brake the vehicle with the foot brake. This warning lamp will
always appear when the adaptive cruise control system alone is not
able to brake the vehicle sufficiently to maintain a safe distance to
a vehicle in front. An audible alarm (warning tone) will also sound
when the lamp starts to flash. For further information on the driver
intervention prompt ⇒page 138.Note
•
If you exceed the target speed by using the accelerator, the
driver intervention prompt will not be accompanied by a warning
tone. The indicator lamp shown in the speedometer will also switch
off if the target speed is exceeded.
•
You can change the volume of the warning tone on the sound
system or MMI* ⇒page 139, “Setting the warning tone volume and
driving program”.
Applies to vehicles: with adaptive cruise controlInstrument cluster displayRepeatedly press the button on the windscreen wiper lever
to select whether you wish to display information regarding the on-
board computer, the navigation system* or the adaptive cruise
control in this section of the display screen.
Vehicle image
Distance
System status
Vehicle image
The vehicle image will show you whether the system has detected a
vehicle in front.•
Vehicle outlined: No vehicle in front
•
Vehicle in white: A vehicle in front has been detected
•
Vehicle in red: Driver intervention prompt
Distance
The arrows and scale indicate the distance to the vehicle in front.
•
No vehicle in front: If there is no vehicle in front, no arrows will
be shown.
AA
AA
AB
AB
AC
AC
Fig. 145 Instrument
cluster: Display
RESET
AAABACAAAB
document_0900452a81b1b9de.book Seite 135 Donnerstag, 26. Juli 2007 9:16 09