cruise control AUDI A4 2020 Owners Manual

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Table of contents


All wheel drive (quattro).............. 108
Electronic Stabilization Control......... 109
Trailer towing.................0.. EZ
Driving with atrailer................. 112
Assist systems................... 114
Assist systems................... 114
General information. . 114
Surrounding area detection............ 115
Driving information.............. 118
Speed warning systeM...........00 005 118
Camera-based traffic sign recognition... 118
Traffic light information.............. 120
LAPAIMED ws = = sees 5 2 pee ae eee 2s ee 121,
Driver assistance................. 123
Cruise control system.............0-5 123
Efficiency assist sins <2 sew 2s eeu 2 eens 124
Audi adaptive cruise control........... 127
Traffic jam assist.............0.-000. 134
Distance warning « «cies 2s cease cnees es 136
Audi active lane assist................ 137
Audi presense............-00.0 0-0 ee 139
SIGG'ASSISE secsye = 2 orm = 2 oie 4 & tease 8 Ge 143
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Parking and maneuvering....... 147
TiErOMUCTION « 2 asacees < a asomee wo wma swans 147
Parking aid plus......... 0... e eee eae 147
Rearview camera and peripheral cameras. 149
Rear cross-traffic assist............... 152
Assisted parking...............--005- 153
Park assist: sacs « x wean = a awe = 2 cee 155
Infotainment system............ 158
Telephone....................005- 158
INEFODUCKION « » sie x « caus 4 2 wasn 3 & Rees 158
SOGUP cscceis « + emaneus x © snatteue © « etevine oe mene © 158
Using the Audi phone box............. 160
Using the telephone.................. 162
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MessageS .... 0... cece eee 166
TROUBLESHOOLING awe + wen & 2 nee se tame 167

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General information................- 169
Audi connect Infotainment............ 169
Using a Wi-Fi hotspot................ 170
Audi connect Infotainment services..... 170
Functions on demand................ 171
Audi connect vehicle control services.... 171
Settings...............0 000. e eee 172
TRSUBIESHOOUING ses ¢ 3 seen s 5 wae 5 x ce 173
Emergency call................... 174
Overview... ... 2... eee eee 174
Emergency'call « css «sce ss ews o + come 174
Online roadside assistance............ 175
NaVIGSEIGtis: « « meus s x meu + « peme ¢ eo 176
Opening navigation.................. 176
myAudi navigation...............0005 176
Entering a destination................ L177
Stopping route guidance.............. 180
Map... . cece eee cece eee 180
Alternative
routes.............2--00. 182
Additional functions................. 183
Satellite map 183
Map update.... 184
Traffic information w. «sess 2 2 even as sore 185
SETEIIGS sense oo smemeze © oxiettom i © viata w 9 eaoitens 186
RAGIG:: «ccs cs neces & s pomg 2 ¢ eww +o eee 188
General information................. 188
Radio functions................00055 189
Online radio's: ss sees = + ewes sv Hewes ee 191
Options and settings..............00e 193
Troubleshooting.............---000ee 194
PROS wesc as soaen 6 3 sonweme 3 7 meen 6 eo 195
Generalinformation................. 195
Bluetooth audio player............... 195
Multimedia connections.............. 196
Playing media...........-..02--00005 197
Options and settings................. 201
Supported media and file formats...... 201
Troubleshooting. ..........e eee eee ee 203

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@0 Center armrest with storage com-
partment. Depending on vehicle
equipment, it may have:


— Audi music interface .......... 196
—Audi phone box ............... 160
— Starting the engine when there is
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MALPUNGEION 2 2 aceon 2 wom © & ae 92
@) Electromechanical parking brake
BUGEON sieves so emene @ oe ent oo eecnie 102
@ Selector lever (automatic transmis-
SION) seve & # sere & o ES Go OE GB 94
@3 Storage compartment .......... 78
@) [START ENGINE STOP]button .... 92
@) Audi music interface ............ 196
@8 Steering wheel adjustment ...... 62
@) Lever for:
— Cruise control system ......... 123
— Audi adaptive cruise control .... 127
Button for switching the head-up
display on/off, adjusting the height . 23
Instrument illumination ......... 52
Connection port for the On Board
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Diagnostic System (OBD) ........ 269
Light switch ......... 0... e ee eee 48
Hoodireleased « a asics x x wosne x x smasain 215
Buttons for:
—All-weather lights ............ 48
—Rear fog lights ..............- 48
G4 Luggage compartment lid button . 36
65) Exterior mirror adjustment ...... 52
G8) Buttons for:
— Power windows .............. 42
—Child safety lock .............. 41
@ Tips
Some the equipment listed here is only instal-
led in certain models or is available as an op-
tion.
Indicator lights overview
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal-
functions. Some warning and indicator lights
turn on when you switch the ignition on and must
turn off when the engine is running or while driv-
ing.
With some indicator lights, messages may ap-
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica-
tor lights and messages may be covered by other
displays. To show them again, select the second
tab for messages with the multifunction steering
wheel © page 12.
Some indicator lights in the display can display in
several colors.
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If the A or A indicator light turns on, check
the message in the instrument cluster.
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The following indicator lights may be available,
depending on the vehicle equipment:

Red indicator lights


















Central indicator light
=> page 7,
Audi pre sense
=> page 139,
Instrument cluster
=> page 11
Safety belt
=> page 66
Transmission
=> page 97
Drive system
=> page 97
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Brake system
=> page 102, > page 103,
=> page 222
Brake system
=> page 102, > page 103,
=> page 222

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Windshield wipers
=> page 57
Parking aid plus
=> page 148
Park assist
=> page 157
Rear cross-traffic assist
=>page 152
Tire pressure
=> page 245
Tire pressure
=>page 245
Bulb failure indicator
=> page 50
Adaptive light
=> page 50
Light/rain sensor
=> page 50, > page 57
Door lock
=> page 32
Battery in vehicle key
=> page 36
Distance warning
=> page 136
Side assist
=> page 145;
Exit warning
=>page 145
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 134,
Traffic jam assist
=> page 134
Steering intervention request
=> page 135, > page 138
Audi active lane assist
=> page 139
Audi pre sense
=> page 143
Emergency call function
=>page 175

Other indicator lights
Start/Stop system
=> page 99
Turn signals
= page 49
Low beam headlight
=> page 48
Parking light
=> page 48
Cruise control system
=> page 123
Cruise control system
=> page 123
Efficiency assist
=> page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Audi adaptive cruise control
> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=>page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=>page 128
Traffic jam assist
=> page 134
High beams
=>page 49
High beam assistant
=> page 49

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Side assist
=>page 145
Transmission
=> page 97
Rear cross-traffic assist
=>page 152
Start/Stop system
=> page 99
Convenience key
=> page 93
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 134,
Traffic jam assist
=> page 134,
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
os Audi adaptive cruise control
Steering page 131
=> page 107
ae Traffic jam assist
Air suspension => page 134
=> page 107
Audi active lane assist
yiaN => page 137
Audi pre sense
=> page 143
Parking aid plus
=>page 148
Park assist
=>page 157
High beam assistant
=> page 49
Door lock
=> page 32
Child safety lock
=> page 41
Child safety lock
=> page 41
Camera-based traffic sign recog-
nition
=>page 119
Speed warning system
>page 118
Speed warning system
=>page 118
Cruise control system
Ce age 123
Cruise control system
=> page 123
Distance warning
=> page 136
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Driver assistance
Cruise control system
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
The cruise control system assists the driver in
maintaining a constant speed above approxi-
mately 15 mph (20 km/h). The system maintains
the desired speed by braking and accelerating.

ZA\ WARNING
— Always pay attention to the traffic around
your vehicle when the cruise control system
is in operation. As the driver, you are always
responsible for controlling your vehicle
speed and the distance between your vehicle
and
other vehicles.
— For safety reasons, cruise control should not
be used in the city, in stop-and-go traffic, on
winding roads, and when road conditions are
poor (such as ice, fog, gravel, heavy rain,
and conditions that could lead to hydroplan-
ing), because this increases the risk of an ac-
cident.
— Switch the cruise control off temporarily
when driving in turning lanes, highway exits,
or in construction zones.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, you should
only resume the stored speed if it is suitable
for the current traffic conditions.


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Before driving downhill a long distance ona
steep hill, decrease your speed and select a
lower gear. This makes use of the engine brak-
ing effect and reduces the load placed on the
brakes.
@) Tips
The brake lights turn on when the brakes are
applied automatically.
Switching the system on
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

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Fig. 110 Lever: switching on the cruise control system
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
> To switch the system on, pull the lever toward
you to position @).
The ICRUISE| or i$) indicator light and the corre-
sponding message will appear in the instrument
cluster.

ZA\ WARNING
If the brakes are malfunctioning (for example,
overheating) while the cruise control system
is switched on, the regulating functions may
shut off automatically.


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Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
When the vehicle is stationary, you can preselect
the cruise control speed or activate the speed
while driving.
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To preselect a cruise control speed when the ve-
hicle is stationary, tap the lever toward (@)/G)
=> page 123, fig. 110.
> To activate the cruise control speed, pull the
lever
toward position @ while driving.
> To set the current driving speed as the cruise
control speed, press the button @) on the lever.
The active cruise control speed is indicated with
the Gl or indicator light in the instrument
cluster. >
123

Driver assistance

An additional indicator appears in the head-up
display*.
Changing the cruise control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in small increments, tap the lever up to the
first level toward @)/G) > page 123, fig. 110.
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
in larger increments, tap the lever up to the
second level toward @)/C).
> To increase or decrease the cruise control speed
continuously, tap and hold the lever at the first
or second level toward @)/C).
Overriding or deactivating the cruise
control speed
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
You can override or deactivate the cruise control
system. When you deactivate the system, your
cruise control speed will be stored and you can
resume that speed.
Requirement: the system must be switched on
and activated.
Overriding
> To temporarily override the cruise control
speed, press the accelerator pedal.
> Once you release the accelerator pedal, the sys-
tem will adjust back to the stored cruise control
speed.
If you override the cruise control system for a
long period of time, the cruise control system
will be deactivated. The Gg or {§8) indicator
light will be displayed and the cruise control
speed will be saved.
Deactivating
> To deactivate the cruise control speed, press
the lever toward (2) (not locked into place)
=> page 123, fig. 110, or
> Press the brake pedal.
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ZA WARNING
Resting your foot on the accelerator pedal
could override the cruise control. This will pre-
vent braking interventions by the system.
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Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system

When you switch the system off completely, the
cruise control speed will be deleted.
Requirement: the system must be switched on.
> To switch the system off, press the lever toward
@ (locked into place) > page 123, fig. 110, or
> Switch the ignition off.
Applies to: vehicles with cruise control system
Gir / §) Speed control system: currently un-
available. See owner's manual
If the indicator light turns on and this message
appears, the cruise control system has been deac-
tivated. There is a temporary malfunction, for ex-
ample the brakes are overheating. Switch the
cruise control system on again later.
Efficiency assist
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
Efficiency assist can assist the driver with predic-
tive information in order to reduce fuel consump-
tion. Depending on vehicle equipment, the sys-
tem may access data from the navigation system,
the camera behind the windshield, and the radar
sensors.
Adjusting the efficiency assist
You can adjust efficiency assist functions individ-
ually. The settings depend on the vehicle equip-
ment.
— Predictive messages > page 125.
— Predictive control > page 126.

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Situation symbols
Depending on vehicle equipment, the following
symbols may be shown. The symbols indicate the
situation to which the efficiency assist is respond-
ing.
Some symbols only appear if Predictive messag-
es are switched on, and some symbols only ap-
pear if Predictive control is switched on and Audi
adaptive cruise control* is actively regulating the
vehicle.


Symbol |Description

Slow down
(predictive messages only)
Adjustment to curves along route
(predictive control only) Additional
symbols are shown in the Driver as-
sistance display.
Speed limit
Speed limit
Exit ahead
Intersection ahead
Traffic circle ahead

ZA WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and

cameras > page 114.

@ Tips
— The functions depend on the navigation da-
ta* being up-to-date and correct identifica-
tion by the traffic sign recognition*.
— The system only detects traffic signs that
specify a speed limit.
— The display in the instrument cluster is
based on the units of measurement used for
speed in the country where the vehicle is be-
ing operated. As a result, a display of 50 in
the instrument cluster can mean either
km/h or mph, depending on the country.
— Except for the road network, which is re-
corded in the navigation system’s map infor-
mation, certain functions may not be availa-
ble.
— Certain settings are automatically stored
and assigned to the remote control key be-
ing used.
Predictive messages
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist
The symbol BS appears in the instrument cluster
display if efficiency assist recommends removing
your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Additional symbols that indicate the situation to
which the efficiency assist is reacting are shown
in the Driver assistance display > page 125, Sit-
uation symbols.
Requirements
— The cruise control system* or Audi adaptive
cruise control* must not be actively regulating.
— The vehicle speed must be at least 20 mph
(30 km/h).
— The remaining distance until the situation is
reached must be large enough to allow the sys-
tem to react to the situation.
Switching messages on and off
Depending on vehicle equipment, you may be
able to switch the predictive messages on or off.
Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Efficiency assist > Predictive messages.

Z\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
— Pay attention to traffic and the area around
your vehicle when efficiency assist is switch-
ed on. The driver is always responsible for
assessing the traffic situation.
(i) Tips
— The traffic signs on the road always take pri-
ority over the display. The driver is always
responsible for adhering to the regulations
applicable in the country where the vehicle
is being operated.

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— When a route is planned using the naviga-
tion system*, then system displays messag-
es based on an assumed route. Without
route guidance, the system displays mes-
sages based on an assumed route.
— The wording of the message may vary de-
pending on the selected Audi drive select*
mode and the selected gear. No messages
are displayed when in the "S" driving pro-
gram.
Predictive control
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control and effi-
ciency assist
With predictive control, efficiency assist adapts
the set speed in adaptive cruise control @
=> page 128 based on detected speed limits and
the upcoming route. Once the system no longer
detects any incidents ahead, adaptive cruise con-
trol will accelerate back up to the last speed that
the driver set. After switching on the ignition, the
availability of predictive control is indicated by a
message when the adaptive cruise control is first
activated.
The displays depend on the vehicle equipment.
Requirements
— Adaptive cruise control is actively regulating
=> page 129.
— The system can only react to speed limits that
are 15 mph (20 km/h)2) or higher.
Overriding control
The driver can override the predictive control to
the route ahead at any time by pressing the ac-
celerator or brake pedal. If the system changes
the vehicle speed to adapt to speed limits, you
can change the speed using the lever
=> page 129, fig. 116.
Setting predictive control
You can switch off predictive control functions or
adjust them individually. The settings depend on
the vehicle equipment.

D_ This is not available in some countries.
2) Analog instrument cluster: 20 mph (30 km/h)
126
Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VE-
HICLE > Driver assistance > Audi adaptive cruise
control > Predictive control.
Possible settings:
Set speed limit - Adjusts to speed limits. You can
also set With tolerance if desired. In this scenar-
io, you may fall below or exceed the set speed in
favor of increased efficiency.
Adjustment to curves along route - Regulates
based on the route ahead, for example by con-
trolling the speed at which the vehicle drives
through curves.
Messages
Ife and a message with Predictive control is
displayed when there is a malfunction, the effi-
ciency assist functions are unavailable or limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
sensors > page 116 and try to turn on the sys-
tems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.

ZX WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
— Pay attention to traffic and the area around
your vehicle when predictive control is
switched on. The driver is always responsible
for assessing the traffic situation.
— The system does not consider “right of way”
rules and does not respond to traffic lights,
so lack of driver attention in these situations
can increase the risk of an accident.
— The speed when driving through curves may
be different from what you as a driver would
do or may not be suitable for the weather

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and road conditions. If necessary, apply the
brakes and reduce the selected speed to be
maintained in the Adjustment to curves
along route setting to reduce the risk of an

accident.

G) Tips
— Predictive control can exceed or drop below
the maximum permitted speed. The driver
is responsible for adhering to the permitted
speed limit.
— The traffic signs on the road always take pri-
ority over the display. The driver is always
responsible for adhering to the regulations
applicable in the country where the vehicle
is being operated.
— Ifa speed limit is detected, the marking @
= page 128 of the set speed limit will be ad-
justed even if Audi adaptive cruise control is
not actively regulating.
— Control by the system depends on which
adaptive cruise control driving program is
set or on the selected Audi drive select*
mode.
— After switching on the ignition and first
driving onto a freeway or similar road with-
out a speed limit, the system will regulate
the speed to 80 mph (130 km/h)). Then
the system adjusts to the last speed set by
the driver.
— There is no adaptation to speed limits when
driving through highway interchanges and
when driving on or off the expressway.
— The system can fail to provide control or the
control may be faulty if the values from the
camera-based traffic sign recognition” are
incorrect or the navigation system map data
is outdated.
— When route guidance is switched on, the
system adapts to the route provided by the
navigation system. Driving without route
guidance or leaving a route can result in
faulty control.

D_ In certain countries
Audi adaptive cruise
control
General information
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control
Depending on vehicle equipment, Audi adaptive
cruise control may consist of the following func-
tions:
Within the limits of the system, the adaptive
speed
and distance control assists the driver in
controlling the speed and the set distance to the
vehicle driving ahead. If the system detects a ve-
hicle driving ahead, the adaptive cruise control
can brake and accelerate your vehicle within the
limits of the system. On open roads with no traf-
fic, it functions like a cruise control system. The
stored speed is maintained. When approaching a
vehicle driving ahead, the adaptive cruise control
system automatically brakes to match that vehi-
cle's speed and then maintains the set distance
as much as possible. As soon as the system does
not detect a vehicle driving ahead, adaptive
cruise control accelerates up to the stored speed.
In stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle may brake to a
full stop and then may also start driving again
automatically under certain conditions.
Applies to: vehicles with traffic jam assist: In
traffic jams or in stop-and-go traffic, the traffic
jam assist can assist the driver to stay within the
lane detected by the system > page 134.
Applies to: vehicles with efficiency assist: Predic-
tive control can adjust the set speed based on
traffic and road conditions > page 126.

ZA WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
G) Tips
For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see > page 275.

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Limitat

Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control

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Fig. 111 Example: vehicle changing lanes and stationary
vehicle
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Fig. 112 Example: driving into a curve
In some situations, the adaptive cruise control
function is limited and you must assume control
of the vehicle when necessary, for example by ap-
plying the brakes.
— When driving into a curve > fig. 112 and out of
acurve, the system may react to a vehicle in the
neighboring lane and apply the brakes. You can
override the system by pressing the accelerator
pedal briefly.
— The system works with the various sensors and
cameras in the vehicle. Vehicles can only be de-
tected once they are within the area and range
covered by the sensors > page 115, fig. 104.
— When driving around tight curves, a vehicle
driving ahead that was previously detected may
no longer be detected, and the system may ac-
celerate unexpectedly.
— The system does not react to a stationary vehi-
cle in the same lane if it expects that you can
easily drive around the stationary vehicle by
turning the steering wheel.
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— The system cannot react to stationary objects,
such as vehicles at the end of a traffic jam, es-
pecially when traveling at high speeds.
— 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 vehicles with an overhanging load, may be
detected late or not detected at all.
— The system does not respond to people, ani-
mals, or objects that are crossing or approach-
ing from the opposite direction.

ZA\ WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.



Fig. 114 Instrument cluster: driver assistance display
Indicator lights and messages in the speedome-
ter inform you about the driving situation
and the settings. In the Driver assistance display
(4) - @, you can find more detailed information
abour the system. The displays depend on the
country and equipment.