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WARNING
The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during
sudden braking.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Applies to vehicles: with folding backrestsLocking the backrest–Turn the key ⇒fig. 91 to the right to lock the backrest.
– Turn the key to the left to unlock the backrest.When the backrest is properly engaged in its upright position, the
release handle can be locked and unlocked with the key. This
prevents unauthorised access to the luggage compartment from
inside the vehicle.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Storage shelf
The storage shelf behind the rear backrest should only be
used to store light articles of clothing.
WARNING
Do not store any heavy or hard objects on the storage shelf. They
could cause injury if the brakes are applied suddenly.
Caution
Please note that hard objects could chafe against the wires of the
heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
Make sure that the slots between the rear window and the storage
shelf are kept clear to ensure unimpaired ventilation.
Fig. 91 Locking the
backrest
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– Position the cup in the holder and let go of the arm. The
arm will move back automatically to secure the cup.
Closing cup holder
– Press the middle piece between the two arms and push
the cup holder back into the shaft as far as it will go.The retainer arm should be positioned against the drinks container
so that it is held securely.
One or two drink containers can be held in the centre armrest.
WARNING
•
Do not put any hot drinks in the cup holders while the vehicle
is moving. You could be scalded if the hot liquid is spilt.
•
Do not use hard china cups or glasses. These could cause injury
in the event of an accident.Caution
You should avoid putting open drinks containers in the cup holders.
The drinks could otherwise spill over and cause damage to e.g. the
electrical equipment or the seat covers.
AshtraysFront ashtrayOpening ashtray
– Slide the cover open.
Closing ashtray
– Lightly press the cover to make the ashtray close auto-
matically.
Removing ashtray
–Slide the switch ⇒fig. 98 to the right to release the
ashtray.
– Take out the ashtray ⇒fig. 98.
Inserting ashtray
– Insert the ashtray and press it into its mountings.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.
Fig. 98 Centre console:
Ashtray open
AA
AB
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Rear ashtrayOpening ashtray
– Pull the front lip of the ashtray ⇒fig. 99 in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
Removing ashtray
– Press down the retainer and take out the ashtray.
Inserting ashtray
– Place the ashtray in the holder.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.
Cigarette lighter and electrical
socketsCigarette lighter
The 12 Volt socket for the cigarette lighter can also be
used as a power source for other electrical appliances.Using cigarette lighter
– Open the cover of the front ashtray.
– Press in the cigarette lighter knob.
– Wait for the lighter to spring out.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter immediately.
– Use the glowing heater element of the cigarette lighter to
light your cigarette.
– Put the cigarette lighter back in its socket.
Operating electrical socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the ciga-
rette lighter socket.
Fig. 99 Rear centre
console: Ashtray
AB
AA
Fig. 100 Front ashtray
(open)
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Seats and storage 88The cigarette lighter employs a standard 12 Volt socket which can
also be used as a power source for electrical appliances. The appli-
ances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of
100 W.
WARNING
•
Take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or
negligence when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
•
The cigarette lighter also works when the ignition is off and
when the ignition key is removed. To avoid the risk of fire, never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
•
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them
will operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use
of the electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can
cause injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave chil-
dren unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.Caution
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid damaging the sockets.
Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 12 Volt sockets12 Volt sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to both 12 Volt
sockets.Electrical socket in luggage compartment and
front centre console
– Open the cover cap concealing the socket ⇒fig. 101.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket.
Electrical socket in rear centre console
– Fold up the lid ⇒page 89, fig. 103 to access the socket.
Fig. 101 Detail of the
side trim in the
luggage compartment:
12 Volt socketFig. 102 Electrical
socket in the centre
console
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– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket.Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12 Volt socket. The
appliances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating
of 100 W.
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them will
operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use of the
electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can cause
injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.
Caution
•
To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never
connect equipment that generates electrical current, such as a solar
panel or battery charger, to the 12 Volt sockets or cigarette lighter in
order to charge the vehicle's battery.
•
Use only equipment which has been tested for electromagnetic
compatibility in compliance with EC Directive 2004/104/EC.Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 230 Volt Euro socketOn-board 230 Volt Euro socketElectrical equipment can be connected to the 230 Volt
Euro socket in the rear centre console.The 230 Volt Euro socket can only be used when the engine
is running ⇒.
– Fold up the lid to access the socket.
– Plug the Euro connector into the socket. This will auto-
matically release the child safety device.LED in electrical socket
Appliances suitable for connection
Electrical equipment with a Euro plug connector can be connected
to the 230 Volt Euro socket. The appliances connected to the
230 Volt Euro socket must not exceed a power rating of 150 W
(300 W peak power).Steady green light:
The socket is ready for use.
Flashing red light:
The socket has tripped out due
to a power surge, overheating or
similar
Fig. 103 Rear centre
console: 230 Volt Euro
socket
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Storage compartmentsOverview
There are several storage compartments at various points
in the vehicle.Glove box
The glove box is equipped with a lock* and a light.
Opening glove box
– Pull the catch on the lid in the direction indicated (arrow)
⇒fig. 104 and open the lid.
Closing glove box
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.The glove box lid has separate holders for a pen and a note pad.
On the right-hand side of the glove box there is a holder with a key
shell. In order to start the engine with the spare key, it has to be
clipped into this shell.
WARNING
To avoid the risk of injuries, always keep the glove box lid closed
when driving.Compartment for (sun)glasses in headliner– To open the cover, lightly press the panel ⇒fig. 105
(arrow). The cover will then open by itself.
– To close the cover, push it upwards until it engages.
Glove box
⇒page 91
Compartment for (sun)glasses in head-
liner
⇒page 91
Storage compartments in the front seats
⇒page 92
Coat hooks
⇒page 92
First-aid kit
⇒page 254
Side storage compartment in luggage
compartment
⇒page 79
Warning triangle
⇒page 254
Fig. 104 Glove box
Fig. 105 Compartment
for (sun)glasses in
headliner
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WARNING
Always keep the compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in
motion to reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking
manoeuvre or in the event of an accident.Coat hooks
The coat hooks are located on the rear side of the B-pillars
(in the rear passenger compartment).
WARNING
•
Please make sure that any items of clothing hanging from the
coat hooks do not obstruct your view to the rear.
•
Only use the coat hooks for light items of clothing and make
sure that there are no heavy or sharp objects in the pockets.
•
Do not use clothes hangers to hang up the clothing, as this
could interfere with the function of the head-protection
airbags*.
Applies to vehicles: with storage compartments in the front seatsStorage compartments in front seats
There is a fold-out drawer in the front part of each front
seat.Opening
– Pull the handle to open the compartment.
Closing
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.Note
The storage compartment will hold a maximum weight of 1 kg.
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Heating and coolingDeluxe automatic air conditionerApplies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerDescription
The air conditioner can be used to set a comfortable inte-
rior temperature in the vehicle.The air conditioner provides heating and ventilation and also cools
and dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle.
The air conditioner is fully automatic and will maintain the desired
temperature at a constant level. To achieve this, the temperature of
the air supplied to the interior, the blower speed (volume of air
delivery) and the air distribution are regulated automatically. The
system also allows for the effect of strong sunlight, so there is no
need for manual adjustment. For these reasons it is advisable to use
the automatic mode for the comfort of all the passengers in virtually
all conditions throughout the year ⇒page 95.
Please note:
The humidity of the air is automatically reduced when the system
cools the interior of the vehicle. This helps to prevent condensation
on the windows.
If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high,
condensation can drip off the evaporator in the air cooling system
and form a pool underneath the vehicle. This is normal and does not
indicate a leak.
If the outside temperature is low, the blower normally only switches
to a higher speed once the coolant has warmed up sufficiently (this
does not apply to the defrost setting).
In order to achieve maximum engine power, the air conditioner
compressor is temporarily switched off when pulling away from a
standstill with full throttle.The compressor also switches off if the coolant temperature is
excessively high, to ensure adequate engine cooling under extreme
loads.
Pollution filter
The pollution filter (a particle filter) serves as a barrier against impu-
rities in the outside air, including dust and pollen, and odours. The
air is also filtered when the air recirculation mode is activated.
For the air conditioner to work with maximum efficiency, the pollu-
tion filter element must be replaced at the intervals specified in the
Service Schedule.
If the vehicle is driven in areas with a high level of air pollution and
the filter is no longer fully effective, it may be necessary to change
the filter element more frequently.
Key-coded settings
The currently selected air conditioner settings are automatically
stored and assigned to the remote control key.
Power management
To prevent the battery from becoming discharged and to maintain
the necessary power level, the system will temporarily shut off the
electrical components that are using a lot of power, or reduce the
current they are consuming ⇒page 202. Heating systems in partic-
ular use a large amount of electrical power. If you notice, for
instance, that the rear window heater is not working, it may have
been temporarily switched off by the power management function,
or regulated to a lower heat output. These systems will be available
again as soon as sufficient electrical power is available.
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WARNING
For safety reasons it is important that all the windows are kept
free of ice, snow and condensation. These can cause poor visibility
and lead to an accident. Please familiarise yourself with the oper-
ating controls for the air conditioner, including the demist/defrost
functions for the windows.
Caution
•
If you suspect that the air conditioner is damaged, switch it off
to prevent further damage and have the system checked by a quali-
fied workshop.
•
Repairs to the Audi air conditioner require specialist knowledge
and special tools. For this reason, please contact a qualified work-
shop if the system is not working properly.Note
•
Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen clear of snow,
ice and leaves to ensure unimpaired heating and cooling, and to
prevent the windows misting over.
•
The air from the outlets flows through the passenger compart-
ment and out through the slots at the rear of the vehicle. Do not
cover these slots with clothing or other objects.
•
The air conditioner operates most effectively with the windows
and the tilting panorama roof* closed. However, if the vehicle has
heated up after standing in the sun for some time, the air inside can
be cooled more quickly by opening the windows for a short time.
Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerControls
The controls for the air conditioner at a glance.Fig. 106 Controls for deluxe automatic air conditionerThe functions can be set by turning the rotary control and are
switched on and off by briefly pressing the buttons. The LEDs in the
buttons light up when the function is switched on.Buttons
Function
Page
Switching on and off
⇒page 95
Automatic mode
⇒page 95
Rotary control
a)
Temperature selection
⇒page 96
Blower
⇒page 96
Air recirculation mode
⇒page 97
OFFAUTO
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Note
The grille on the control console ⇒page 94, fig. 106 must be kept
free. Please ensure that it is not covered by stickers or similar. Meas-
uring sensors are located behind it.Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerSwitching on and offSwitching on air conditioner
– Press the button briefly, or
– Press the button.
Switching off air conditioner
– Press the button to switch off the air conditioner
and cut off the supply of fresh air from outside the
vehicle.The air conditioner will switch on again if one of the control buttons
is pressed.
Applies to vehicles: with deluxe automatic air conditionerAutomatic mode
The standard operating mode for all seasons.Switching on automatic mode
– Select a temperature between +16 °C (60 °F) and +28 °C
(84 °F).
– Press the button.The automatic mode maintains a constant temperature inside the
vehicle and dehumidifies the air. Air temperature, air delivery and
air distribution are regulated automatically to reach the desired
interior temperature as quickly as possible, and then to maintain
this temperature. The system automatically compensates for any
variations in the outside temperature and for the effect of direct
sunlight.
The automatic temperature regulation only operates at temperature
settings between +16 °C and +28 °C. If a temperature below +16 °C
is selected, LO appears on the display. If a temperature above +28 °C
is selected, the display will show HI. In the two extreme settings the
air conditioner operates continuously with maximum cooling or
heating output, and the temperature is not regulated
automatically.
Air distribution
⇒page 97
Defrosting windows
⇒page 98
Heated rear window
⇒page 98
Switching air cooling
on/off
⇒page 98
Seat heating
⇒page 115
a)The rotary control is also used to adjust the blower speed, air distribution
and seat heating.Buttons
Function
Page
AC
OFFAUTOOFF
AUTO
AUTO
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