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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
of the doors, or the bonnet or boot lid are not properly closed when
the ignition is on. The symbol also indicates which of these is not
properly closed ⇒fig. 14.
The warning symbol disappears when all the doors, the bonnet and
the boot lid are completely closed, and the driver information func-
tions selected will then be displayed again.
Service interval display
This display reminds the dri ver when the next routine
service is due and is called up using the MMI or the sound
system control console.The date when the next service is due is calculated automat-
ically and the driver is reminded accordingly.
Service reminder
– When the next service date is approaching, SERVICE IN -
---- KM --- DAYS ⇒ fig. 16 will be shown in the display
each time you switch on the ignition.
Fig. 14 Display: Door
catches/boot lid
warning
Fig. 15 MMI display:
Service interval displa
y
Fig. 16 Instrument
cluster display: Service
interval display
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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, fu el range and driving time.The following items of informatio n are processed by the on-board
computer and can be shown one after the other on the display in the
instrument cluster. Fuel range
The estimated fuel range is displayed in km. It shows how far the
vehicle can be driven with the amount of fuel left in the tank,
assuming the same style of driving. The fuel range is displayed in
increments of 10 km.
The fuel range is calculated on the basis of the fuel consumption
over the last 30 kilometres. The fuel range will increase accordingly
if you drive in a more economical manner.
Average fuel consumption
This mode displays the average fuel consumption since the memory
was last cancelled in litres/100 km. If required, you can use this
display to adjust your driving style to achieve the desired fuel
consumption.
Current fuel consumption
The display shows the current fuel consumption in litres/100 km. If
required, you can use this display to adjust your driving style to
achieve the desired fuel consumption.
The computer calculates the fuel consumption every 30 metres. The
display switches to l/h (litres per hour) when the vehicle is
stationary.
Average speed
This mode shows the average speed driven since the memory was
last cancelled (in km/h).
Driving time
This display shows the period of
time which has elapsed since the
memory was last cancelled.
Distance covered
This display shows the distance you have covered since the memory
was last cancelled.
Fig. 17 On-board
computer: Fuel rangeFig. 18 On-board
computer: Average fuel
consumption
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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 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
•
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 27 .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
You can change the basic settings for the on-board
computer on the MMI* or on the sound system control
console.– 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.
AB
AB
Fig. 21 MMI display:
On-board computer
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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 speed has been stored. The speed limit
that has been set remains stored until another speed is set with a
brief push of the button, or until the memory is cleared with a long
push of the button.
When the speed limit has been cleared, the display will show a
crossed-out warning symbol .
Applies to vehicles: with speed warning functionSetting speed limit warning 2
You can use the MMI* or sound system control console to
set, alter or cancel speed limit warning 2.– Select: Function selector button > Instrument cluster > Speed warning.•
Speed warning on/off - to activate or deactivate the speed
warning function ⇒ fig. 23.
•
Speed warning - to set the speed above which a warning signal
will sound.
Speed limit warning 2 can be adjusted in increments of 10 km/h
between 30 and 240 km/h.
Auto-check controlIntroductionThe auto-check control checks important components and vehicle
systems. These background checks are run constantly, as long as
the ignition is switched on.
A message is displayed in the inst rument cluster if a fault should
occur or if any maintenance or repairs are urgently required. This is
accompanied by an audible warning signal. Depending on the
priority of the fault, a red or yello w warning symbol lights up in the
display.
The red symbols indicate a serious malfunction, whereas the yellow
ones represent other malfunctions or items requiring attention.
Additional messages to assist the driver may be shown with the red
or yellow symbols.
Automatic gearbox* function test
The auto-check control automatically checks the vehicle systems
when the ignition is switched on. If the selector lever is in position
P or N, the following instruction will appear:
When stationary apply footbrake while selecting gear
When a gear (R, D etc.) is selected, this message disappears and the
auto-check control function is displayed.
The driver message will disappear 30 seconds after switching on
the ignition or earlier, if there are other driver messages or malfunc-
tions.
SET
Fig. 23 MMI display:
Setting speed limit
warning 2
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– 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 occur, a red warning symbol will appear at
the top of the display ⇒page 30, fig. 25. The symbol is accompa-
nied by a driver message giving you more information about the
fault. This symbol is accompanied by three warning chimes. The
symbol will keep flashing until the fault is corrected.
If several Priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols
are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time.
This message will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can call
it up again at any time by pressing the button ⇒page 30 .Alternator fault

If the symbol
 flashes in the instrument cluster display, there is an
alternator fault or a fa ult in the vehicle's electrical system. In addi-
tion, a message will appear. This message will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can call it up again at any time by pressing the
button.
You should normally be able to dr ive to the next available qualified
workshop. However, you should avoid using electrical equipment
that is not absolutely necessary because this will drain the battery.
Caution
If the coolant warning lamp
 in the instrument display lights up
as well as the alternator warning lamp while driving ⇒page 32 , stop
the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine. In this case the
coolant pump is no longer being driven, and there is a risk of engine
damage.
Fault in the brake system

A fault in the brake system shou ld be corrected as soon as
possible.If the symbol

flashes in the display, there is a fault in the
brake system. The symbol is accompanied by a driver
message giving you more information about the fault. This
message will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can
call it up again at any time by pressing the button:
Stop vehicle and check brake fluid level
– Stop the vehicle.
– Check the brake fluid level ⇒page 238 .
– Obtain professional assistance if necessary.
Warning! Fault in ABS brake system. Contact
workshop
– Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified ⇒.

Alternator fault
⇒page 31

Fault in brake system/ parking
brake
⇒page 31

Coolant level too low / coolant
temperature too high
⇒page 32

Engine oil pressure too low
⇒page 33

Fault in the steering system
⇒page 33

Ignition lock defective
⇒page 34
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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, “Hazard
warning lights ”.
•
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.
•
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous
place. Before carrying out any work in the engine compartment,
switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Please observe the
important safe ty warnings ⇒page 231, “Working on components
in the engine compartment”.Caution
Do not drive on if the symbol
 has come on to indicate a fault in
the cooling system, otherwise there is a risk of damaging the
engine.
Engine oil pressure too low

If the engine oil pressure is too low the fault must be recti-
fied immediately.If the

symbol flashes in the display, the oil pressure is
too low. The symbol is accompanied by a driver message
giving you more information ab out the fault. This message
will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can call it up
again at any time by pressing the button:
Switch off engine and check oil level
–Stop the vehicle. – Switch off the engine.
– Check the engine oil level
⇒page 234 .
– Obtain professional assistance if necessary.
If the engine oil level is too low
If the engine oil level is too low, add more oil ⇒page 234 .
If the engine oil level is correct
If the

symbol flashes and the engine oil level is correct, obtain
professional assistance. Do not drive on. Do not continue to run the
engine, not even at idle speed .
Note
The oil pressure warning lamp

is not an indicator for the oil
level. The oil level should therefore be checked regularly.
Fault in the steering system

The steering wheel cannot be unlocked if there is a fault
in the electronic steering lock.If the symbol

flashes in the display, there is a malfunc-
tion in the electronic steerin g lock. The symbol is accompa-
nied by a driver message giving you more information
about the fault. This message will disappear after about
5 seconds, but you can call it up again at any time by
pressing the button:
Do not drive vehicle. Steering defective
– You should obtain professional assistance.
– Do not have the vehicle towed away.
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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 to vehicles: with advanced keyKey not in vehicle

 Key not in vehicle
This message will appear together with the symbol
 if the remote
control key is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running.
This is to remind you not to continue driving without the key (for
example if you change drivers).
If the remote control key is not in the vehicle you will not be able to
switch on the ignition or restar t the engine after it has been
switched off. You will also not be able to lock the vehicle from the
outside.
Light sensor/ rain sensor defective

 Automatic headlights/ automatic wipers defective
If the  symbol appears, this means that the light sensor/ rain
sensor is not functioning. For safety reasons, the dipped beam
headlights will then be switched on permanently when the light
switch is set to the AUTO position. However, you can still switch the
lights on and off in the normal way with the light switch. If the rain
sensor is defective, the functions operated via the windscreen wiper
lever will still be available. You should have the light sensor/ rain
sensor checked by a qualified wo rkshop as soon as possible.

Brake pads worn
⇒page 36

Battery power*
⇒page 36

Bulb monitor*
Bulb failure*
⇒page 36

Check engine oil level
⇒page 37

Engine oil sensor defective
⇒page 37

Fuel level low
⇒page 36

Washer fluid level low*
⇒page 36

advanced key*
Key not in vehicle
⇒page 35

Light sensor/ rain sensor defec-
tive
⇒page 35

Diesel particulate filter*
obstructed
⇒page 37

Dynamic headlight range con-
trol* defective
⇒page 37

Battery in remote control key
⇒page 40

Electro-mechanical
parking brake
⇒page 123

adaptive light* defective
⇒page 37

Ignition lock defective
⇒page 37

Windscreen wiper defective
⇒page 38
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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 proper power level. Starting reliability may
be impaired. You should have the battery checked by a qualified
workshop as soon as possible.
Check engine oil level

 Please check oil level
If the  symbol lights up, check the engine oil level as soon as
possible ⇒page 234 . Top up the oil at the next opportunity
⇒ page 234 .
Engine oil sensor defective


Oil level ! Sensor defective
If the 
symbol lights up, take the ve hicle to a qualified workshop
and have the oil level sensor checked. Until then it is advisable to
check the oil level every time you fill up with fuel ⇒page 234 .
Applies to vehicles: with diesel engine and diesel particulate filterDiesel particulate filter obstructed

 Particle filter. See Owner's Manual
When the symbol
 lights up you can assist the self-cleaning func-
tion of the filter by driving accordingly. You should drive at a speed
of at least 60 km/h (engine sp eed about 2,000 rpm) for about
15 minutes in 4th or 5th gear, or with the selector lever in position S
on vehicles with automatic gearbox* . As a result of the increase in
temperature the soot in the filter wi ll be burned off. The symbol will
disappear once the cleaning proc ess has been completed success-
fully. If the symbol
 does not go out, please contact a qualified work-
shop and have the fault rectified.
For further information on the diesel particulate filter ⇒page 205 .
WARNING
It is essential that you adjust your speed to suit the weather, road,
terrain and traffic conditions. The recommended driving speed
must never lead to the driver disregarding the traffic regulations.Applies to vehicles: with dynamic headlight range controlHeadlight range control defective

 Headlight range control defective
This symbol
 indicates a malfunction in the dynamic headlight
range control. Take the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the
dynamic headlight range control function repaired.
Applies to vehicles: with adaptive lightadaptive light defective

 adaptive light defective
This symbol
 indicates that the adaptive light is defective. Take
the vehicle to a qualified workshop to have the headlights and/or
the control unit for the adaptive light repaired.
Ignition lock defective


Ignition lock defective
If the symbol

lights up in the display, there is a malfunction in
the electronic ignition lock. Take the vehicle to a qualified workshop
to have the problem remedied.
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Doors and windowsRemote control keysSet 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 lost.
Replacing a key
If you should lose a key, please contact an Audi dealer. Have the
remote control coding for that key deactivated. For this purpose you
should bring all available keys with yo u. It is also important to notify
your insurance company if a key has been lost.
Electronic immobiliser
The immobiliser is designed to prevent unauthorised persons from
driving the vehicle. If an uncoded key is used, SAFE will appear in
the mileage recorder display. It may not be possible to start the
engine with the key if there is
another ignition key from a different make of vehicle on the same
key ring.
Data stored on remote control key
Data related to the service and maintenance of the vehicle are
stored continuously on your remote control key. Your Audi dealer
can read out the data an d will then be able to tell you what service
work is required. This also applies to vehicles with advanced key.
Personal convenience settings
If two people use the same car regularly, it is a good idea for each
person to have his or her “own” remote control key. When you
switch off the ignition or lock the vehicle, your personal settings for
the following convenience features are stored and assigned to the
remote control key:
•
Air conditioner
•
Central locking system
•
Background lighting
•
Windows
•
parking system*
•
Seat memory*
The stored settings are then recalled automatically the next time the
vehicle is unlocked, the doors are opened or the ignition is switched
on.
Before you can assign the seat memory* settings to a remote
control key, the memory function for the remote control key must be
activated ⇒page 75 .
Fig. 27 Keys supplied
with the vehicle
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– Pull the emergency key out of the remote control key.
– Press the release catch ⇒page 40, 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.
– Insert the new CR 2032 battery with the “+” symbol facing downwards.
– Slide the battery carrier carefully into the remote control key.
– Insert the emergency key.
For the sake of the environmentUsed batteries must be disposed of appropriately and must not be
discarded with ordinary household waste.
Note
The new battery must be of the same type as the original one
(CR 2032).Removing the emergency key
– Press the release button ⇒fig. 31.
– Pull the emergency key out of the remote control key.You can use the emergency key to ...•
activate and deactivate* the front passenger's airbag
⇒ page 183 .
•
lock and unlock* the front passenger's storage compartment
⇒ page 91 .
•
lock and unlock the lockable rear seat ⇒page 82 .
•
manually lock and unlock the vehicle if this is not possible using
the remote control key ⇒page 46 .
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 key because the
vehicle battery has discharged (for example), remove the
key as follows:
ABAA
Fig. 31 Remote control
key: Removing the
emergency key
AAAB
Fig. 32 Ignition lock
with key
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