ground clearance AUDI A3 2020 Owner´s Manual

Driving dynamic

Suspension
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Applies to: vehicles with suspension control
The adaptive dampers are an electronically-con-
trolled damping system. The firmness of the sus-
pension will adapt to the driving conditions and
the driving situation. The settings are dependent
on the selected Audi drive select* mode.
Ground clearance
The vehicle height and clearance can be influ-
enced by the following factors:
— Change in temperature
— Change in load

Z\ WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure no one
gets pinched when the vehicle level is chang-
ing, for example when cleaning the under-
body or the wheel housings.
@) Note
Always make sure there is enough clearance
above and below the vehicle. This is especially
important for entrances with height restric-
tions, for example, before driving into under-
ground garages. You could also scrape the
ground when driving over the edges of curbs
or on steep ramps, which could damage your
vehicle.

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| 8 | Suspension: malfunction! You can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. See an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for as-
sistance.
Steering
Electromechanical steering supports the driver's
steering movements by electronically adapting
the power steering depending on the vehicle
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speed. The settings are dependent on the select-
ed Audi drive select* mode.
Progressive steering
Applies to: vehicles with progressive steering
The driving dynamic and driving stability are in-
creased by the steering ratio based on the steer-
ing wheel angle. The steering is very direct when
the steering wheel angle is sharp, and indirect
when the angle is low. This enables comfortable
maneuvering and a precise steering response at
higher driving speeds.
Messages
a Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
The power steering may have failed. Adapt your
driving style immediately to compensate for the
fact that it may be more difficult to turn the
steering wheel, and stop your vehicle in a safe lo-
cation as soon as possible. Do not continue driv-
ing. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance.
|2—| Steering: malfunction! Please stop vehicle
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. You cannot turn the ignition on. Do not tow
your vehicle because it cannot be steered. See an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility for assistance.
a Steering: malfunction! You can continue
driving
There is a malfunction. Steering may be more dif-
ficult or more sensitive. Adapt your driving style.
Have the steering system checked immediately
by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility. Please note that the red indicator
light may turn on after restarting the engine. Do
not continue driving if it does.
& Steering lock: malfunction! Please contact
Service
There is a malfunction in the electronic steering
lock. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have
the malfunction repaired.

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Assist systems

Which functions can be controlled?
When you switch adaptive cruise control on, you
can set the current speed as the “control speed”
= page 120, Switching on and off.
When driving, you can stop cruise control
= page 122 or change the speed > page 121 at
any time.
You can also set the distance to the vehicle ahead
and set the adaptive cruise control driving pro-
gram > page 123.
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Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control/Audi pre
sense front



Fig. 109 Front of vehicle: sensor
The radar sensor area > fig. 109 must not be cov-
ered with stickers, deposits or any other obstruc-
tions as it may impair the function of the adap-
tive cruise control or the pre sense front. For in-
formation on cleaning, see > page 342. The
same applies for any modifications made in the
front area.
The function of the adaptive cruise control sys-
tem or pre sense front is limited in some condi-
tions:
— Vehicles can only be detected when they are
within the sensor range > page 118, fig. 108.
—The system has a limited ability to detect
vehicles that are a short distance ahead, off to
the side of your vehicle or moving into your
lane.
— Objects that are difficult to detect such as mo-
torcycles, vehicles with high ground clearance
or an overhanging load are detected late or not
detected at all.
— When driving through curves > page 120.
— When the vehicle is stationary > page 120.


Z\ WARNING
Always pay attention to the traffic around you
when adaptive cruise control is switched on.
As the driver, you are still responsible for your
own speed and the distance to other vehicles.
The adaptive cruise control is used to assist
you. The driver must always take action to
avoid a collision. The driver is always responsi-
ble for braking at the correct time.
— For safety reasons, do not use adaptive
cruise control when driving on roads with
many curves, when the road surface is in
poor condition and/or in bad weather (such
as ice, fog, gravel, heavy rain and hydroplan-
ing). Using the system under these condi-
tions could result in a collision.
— Switch adaptive cruise control off temporari-
ly when driving in turning lanes, on express-
way exits or in construction zones. This pre-
vents the vehicle from accelerating to the
stored speed when in these situations.
— The adaptive cruise control system will not
brake by itself if you put your foot on the ac-
celerator pedal. Doing so can override the
speed and distance regulation.
— Adaptive cruise control does not respond to
people, animals, or crossing or oncoming
objects.
— The function of the radar sensors can be af-
fected by reflective objects such as guard
rails, the entrance to a tunnel, heavy rain or
ice

@) Note
The sensor can be displaced by impacts or
damage to the bumper, wheel housing and
underbody. This can impair the adaptive
cruise control. Have an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility check their
function.
@) Tips
For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see > page 377.
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