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Instrument cluster
does not go above the speed displayed, for exam-
ple when downshifting. Drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility im-
mediately to have the malfunction corrected.
@) Note
The needle in the tachometer may only be in
the red area of the gauge for a short period of
time before there is a risk of damaging the
engine. The location where the red zone be-
gins varies depending on the engine.
Power meter
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
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Fig. 7 Instrument cluster: Power meter
Displaying the power meter
>» Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Virtual
cockpit > Left dial > Power meter or Combined.
The power meter @) > page 12 gives feedback
about the usage capacity of the drive system. The
power meter needle displays the current usage
capacity. A colored border indicates how much
the drive system can currently be utilized. The
colored borders may vary depending on the se-
lected driving program and the electric power
currently available.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the power
meter displays the following driving statuses:
Drive system switched off
Vehicle recovering electrical energy
Drive system switched on
®©O0O Vehicle is driving with the electric
motor (green)
©) Vehicle is driving with the electric
motor, the combustion engine can
switch on automatically (green
dash)
© Vehicle is driving with the combus-
tion engine (orange)
@ Vehicle is driving with maximum
power from the electric motor and
combustion engine for a brief peri-
od of time
Odometer
The trip odometer and odometer are displayed in
the status line ©) > page 12.
The trip odometer shows the distance driven
since it was last reset. It can be used to measure
short distances. The odometer shows the total
distance that the vehicle has been driven.
Resetting the trip odometer
> Select in the instrument cluster: Vehicle func-
tions tab > EI button > Reset mi.
@) Tips
Distances are displayed in mi (miles) or km
(kilometers).
Outside temperature
display
The outside temperature is displayed in the sta-
tus line © > page 12.
If your vehicle is stationary or if you are driving at
very low speeds, the temperature displayed in
the instrument cluster may be slightly higher
than the actual temperature outside due to heat
radiating from the engine.
At temperatures below 41 °F (+5 °C), a snowflake
symbol appears in front of the temperature dis-
play > A.
Z\ WARNING
Do not assume the roads are free of ice based
on the outside temperature display. Be aware
that there may be ice on roads even when the |P>
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outside temperature is around 41 °F (+5 °C)
and that ice can increase the risk of accidents.
Engine oil temperature
indicator
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature indicator
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the engine
oil temperature %7 may be indicated by a bar in
the instrument cluster.
Requirement: the vehicle functions tab must be
selected.
> Switch to the enhanced view > page 13.
Depending on the vehicle model and the selected
layout, the engine oil temperature may also be
displayed in the default view.
When engine oil temperatures are low, the dis-
play --- °F (--- °C) appears in the instrument clus-
ter. The engine has reached its operating temper-
ature when the engine oil temperature is be-
tween 176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under
normal driving conditions. The engine oil temper-
ature may be higher if there is heavy engine load
and high temperatures outside. This is not a
cause for concern as long as the 2 => page 278
or Eg = page 278 indicator lights do not turn on.
Boost indicator
Applies to: vehicles with boost indicator
Depending on vehicle equipment, the current en-
gine load (meaning the current boost pressure)
may be indicated by a bar in the instrument clus-
ter.
Requirement: the vehicle functions tab must be
selected.
> Switch to the enhanced view > page 13.
Depending on the vehicle model and the selected
layout, the boost indicator may also be displayed
in the default view.
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Vehicle functions
The trip computer is displayed in the first tab of
the driver information system. Additional vehicle
functions can be accessed depending on the vehi-
cle equipment.
> Press the [=] button on the multifunction steer-
ing wheel.
— On-board computer > page 16
— Reduced display > page 14
— Reset trip odometer > page 15
— Energy flow display > page 119
— Lap times > page 162
— Lap statistics > page 163
On-board computer
Resetting values to zero
Requirement: the Consumption, Short-term
memory, or Long-term memory display must be
selected.
> To reset the values in one of the memories to
zero, press and hold the left thumbwheel on
the multifunction steering wheel for one sec-
ond, or
> Select in the instrument cluster: Vehicle func-
tions tab > EI button > Reset mi.
Displaying on-board computer information
on the Audi tablet
Applies to: Vehicles with Audi tablet
» Applies to: Audi tablet: Select on the home
screen: VEHICLE > Driving data. Current trip
data and information from the short-term
memory will be displayed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can call
up the following displays in the on-board com-
puter one at a time by turning the left thumb-
wheel on the multifunction steering wheel:
— Time and date > page 266
— Plug-in hybrid drive: Range display
— Average consumption > page 17
— Short-term memory overview
— Long-term memory overview
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— Energy consumers > page 17
— Driver assistance
— Traffic sign recognition and traffic light infor-
mation
Short-term memory and long-term memory
The short-term memory collects driving informa-
tion from the time the ignition is switched on un-
til it is switched off. If you continue driving within
two hours after switching the ignition off, the
new values will be included when calculating the
current trip information.
Unlike the short-term memory, the long-term
memory is not erased automatically. You can se-
lect the time period for evaluating trip informa-
tion yourself.
Average consumption
The current consumption can be shown using a
bar graph. The average consumption stored in
the short-term memory is also displayed. If the
bar is green, your vehicle is saving energy (for ex-
ample, using recuperation).
Energy consumers
The Energy consumers view lists other equip-
ment that is currently affecting fuel consump-
tion. The display shows up to three equipment
items. The equipment using the most power is
listed first. If more than three items using power
are switched on, the equipment that is currently
using the most power is displayed. A gauge also
shows the current total consumption of all other
equipment.
G@) Tips
The date, time of day, and time and date for-
mat can be set in the Infotainment system
=> page 266.
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Touch displays
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Fig. 18 Upper/lower display: text input
In the input fields of various menus, you can en-
ter letters, numbers and characters, for example
to find an address in navigation.
On the lower section of the screen, you can enter
the text with handwriting or using the on-screen
keyboard. The current text input is displayed on
the upper section of the screen @). Depending on
the context, word suggestions may be given
based on the characters that have been entered
@ and a results list may be shown @).
Opening text input
> Press in the input field @.
Switching input languages
Requirement: multiple input languages must be
defined in the MMI > page 25.
> To switch between the defined input languages,
press the button @).
Switching the input methods
> To switch between handwriting input or the on-
screen keyboard, press the button (7).
Entering text
> Applies to: handwriting input: To enter text,
simply write in the input area using one finger
©. You can write the separate characters next
to each other or one on top of the other with-
D_ In certain countries.
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out having to move your finger over after writ-
ing a character. When you end the entry, the
writing is interpreted by the system.
> Applies to: the on-screen keyboard: To enter
text, press the buttons on the keyboard. De-
pending on the usage context, you may also be
able to swipe over the letters )).
> Applies to: the on-screen keyboard with input
language with accented characters: To enter ac-
cented characters (such as 4, ¢, fi, 6), press and
hold a character that has accented versions
available and select the desired accented char-
acter.
> Applies to: handwriting input: To enter a space,
drag a line from left to right in the input sec-
tion ©.
> To select a location in the text input, press on
the desired location in the input field. You can
control the location more accurately using the
displayed slider ©).
> To delete individual characters, press
> Applies to: handwriting input: Drag a line from
right to left in the input section ©.
> To delete multiple characters, press and hold
> To delete all characters in a specific location,
press and hold <1 @) and drag up to the desired
location )), When released, the highlighted
characters are deleted.
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Accepting suggested words or selecting
entries from the results list
> To accept a suggested word (2) or select an en-
try from the results list @), press on it.
> To display more content in the results list, drag
your finger upward or downward on the screen.
Setting the input language or keyboard
layout
> Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Language & keyboard > Keyboard.
> To define additional input languages, press the
© button.
> To change the keyboard layout for an input lan-
guage, press >. For example, you can select be-
tween QWERTZ and QWERTY.
Rear Seat Remote
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
With Rear Seat Remote, you can control conven-
ience and Infotainment system functions in the
rear of the vehicle, such as the climate control
system or the media playback in the vehicle.
ZA WARNING
— As the driver, do not allow usage of the Rear
Seat Remote to distract you from driving, as
this could increase the risk of an accident.
For example, do not reach behind you while
driving to operate the Rear Seat Remote.
— The Rear Seat Remote can only be operated
when the vehicle is stationary or when the
remote is securely positioned in the desig-
nated holder in the vehicle. Like all loose ob-
jects, it could be thrown through the vehicle
and
cause serious injuries in a collision. If
the Rear Seat Remote is not in the designat-
ed holder, it must always be securely stowed
while driving.
— Do not use any wireless devices on the front
seats within range of the airbags while driv-
ing. Also read the warnings in the chapter
> page 86.
— The Rear Seat Remote can become hot while
charging. Pay attention to the housing and
display temperature, and be careful when
removing the Rear Seat Remote from the
holder.
— There are magnets located on the back of
the Rear Seat Remote and in the designated
holder. For people with pacemakers, the
electromagnetic radiation may impair pace-
maker function. Always maintain a mini-
mum distance of approximately 6 in (15 cm)
from the magnets.
CG) Note
— Always follow the information found in 9®
in General information on page 216.
— Protect the Rear Seat Remote against pro-
longed exposure to direct sunlight.
— Extremely high or low temperatures that
can occur inside vehicles can damage the
Rear Seat Remote and/or impair the device
performance. Never leave your Rear Seat
Remote in the vehicle in extremely high or
low temperatures.
— Protect the Rear Seat Remote from coming
into contact with any fluids.
G) Tips
— Please note that the Rear Seat Remote can
be used only when the ignition is switched
on and within range of your vehicle's active
Wi-Fi hotspot.
— Please note that a Wi-Fi connection does
not automatically make it possible to use
the
Internet. For additional information,
see the chapter > page 216.
— When playing online media sources, there
may be longer loading times or restrictions
on media playback, depending on the Inter-
net connection or the Wi-Fi usage (for ex-
ample, if there is intensive usage by multi-
ple devices on the hotspot).
— Signals from Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi
hotspots within range of the vehicle may
impair the vehicle Wi-Fi services. If multiple
Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi hotspots are
within range of the vehicle, it may cause re-
duced data transfer rates, connection inter-
ruptions, or limitations when streaming me-
dia.
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Menus and symbols
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
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Fig. 21 Display: home screen (left) and submenu (right)
Symbol/Description Description
© Applications
Select and open applications. Depending on the equipment, you
may be able to use the following applications: SEATS, LIGHTS,
SUNSHADE, MEDIA, RADIO, PHONE, DEVICES, SOUND, SET-
TINGS, TIPS
Climate control system
Set and operate the climate control system for the rear section
=> page 104
=) Quick access
Use your finger to drag downward from the top of the screen to
open the quick access area. You can adjust the media playback
=> page 28 or telephone functions during a phone call > page 212.
(Home screen Go to the home screen
*1 Back Go one step back
Media playback
Adjust the media playback > page 28, access telephone functions
during a phone call > page 212
Side selection in vehicle
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Switching between different seats > page 77
Connecting to the MMI G@) Tips
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
The Rear Seat Remote remains connected to
To use the Rear Seat Remote, you must connect it the MMI if you remove the remote from the
to the MMI. holder.
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
> Secure the Rear Seat Remote in the designated
holder > page 26. The Rear Seat Remote will
automatically connect to the MMI.
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Adjusting media playback
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
Fig. 22 Rear Seat Remote: selecting the playback source
You can adjust the volume of the media playback.
Together with the Audi tablet, you can also select
the playback source and send content from the
Audi tablet to the MMI.
Opening media playback
Requirement: the Rear Seat Remote must be con-
nected to the MMI > page 27.
> Use your finger to drag downward from the top
edge of the screen.
Adjusting the volume
You can adjust the volume of the highlighted
source (2).
>» To increase or decrease the volume, press + or -,
or
> To increase or decrease the volume, press the
@® or @ buttons > page 26, fig. 19.
Selecting the playback source
Applies to: Vehicles with Audi tablet
> To select a playback source, press the display
shown on the MMI or Audi tablet. The playback
source is highlighted.
> To send media playing on the Audi tablet to the
MMI, press @).
> To disconnect the Audi tablet from the MMI,
press @).
The following table gives an overview of the au-
dio output status:
Description
The sound output is through the
vehicle speakers.
The sound output is through the
headphones.
There is no sound output. To turn
on sound output, connect head-
phones or send the media playing
on the Audi tablet to the MMI.
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
The Rear Seat Remote settings can be set in the
MMI, for example to restrict operation by chil-
dren.
> Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Operation
in rear.
Possible settings:
— Allow Rear Seat Entertainment access to
speakers
— Block RSE access to media sources
Block RSE with parental control button
When the function is switched on and parental
control is activated > page 53, the Rear Seat
Remote is blocked.
Block rear A/C operation with parental
control button
When the function is switched on and parental
control is activated, climate control operation us-
ing the Rear Seat Remote is blocked. You can con-
tinue to operate all other content with the Rear
Seat
Remote.
Technical data
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
Rear Seat Remote
Display OLED, 5.7" screen, 1920 x 1680 pixels
Battery
Lithium polymer (2700 mAh) >
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Rear Seat Remote
Dimensions (height x width x depth) 3.39 in x 6.38 in x 0.43 in (86 mm x 162 mmx
11 mm)
Weight
0.58 lbs (261 g)
Rear Seat Entertainment
(Audi tablet)
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi tablet
You can control available sources in the vehicle
(such as the radio) using the Audi tablet and lis-
ten to them through the vehicle speakers or
headphones. You can also display vehicle infor-
mation (such as the next oil change service). The
Audi tablet also has applications and functions
that are not related to the vehicle.
ZA WARNING
— As the driver, do not allow usage of the Audi
tablet to distract you from driving, as this
could increase the risk of an accident. For
example, do not reach behind you while
driving to operate the Audi tablet.
— Children in rear-facing child safety seats in
the rear: remove the Audi tablet from the
backrest on the front seat to reduce the risk
of
injury. Read the instructions in the chap-
ter > page 91.
— The Audi tablet can only be operated when
the vehicle is stationary or when it is secure-
ly positioned in the designated holder in the
vehicle. Like all loose objects, it could be
thrown through the vehicle and cause seri-
ous injuries in a collision. If the Audi tablet
is not in the designated holder, it must al-
ways be securely stowed while driving.
— Do not use any wireless devices on the front
seats within range of the airbags while driv-
ing. Also read the warnings in the chapter
=> page 86.
— The back of the Audi tablet can become hot
while charging. Pay attention to the housing
temperature, and be careful when removing
the Audi tablet from the holder.
@) Note
— Always follow the information found in >®
in General information on page 216.
— Protect the Audi tablet against prolonged
exposure to direct sunlight.
— Extremely high or low temperatures that
can occur inside vehicles may damage the
Audi tablet or impair its performance. Never
leave your Audi tablet in the vehicle in ex-
tremely high or low temperatures.
— Protect the Audi tablet from coming into
contact with any fluids.
G) Tips
— If the Audi tablet is used when the ignition
is switched off or outside of the range of the
MMI, then only the non-vehicle applications
and functions will be available.
— Vehicle settings are only possible through
the MMI.
— Please note that a Wi-Fi connection does
not automatically make it possible to use
the
Internet. For additional information,
see the chapter > page 216.
— The Audi tablet makes it possible to access
services from external providers. Permanent
availability cannot be guaranteed, because
that depends on the service provider.
— When playing online media sources, there
may be longer loading times or restrictions
on media playback, depending on the Inter-
net connection or the Wi-Fi usage (for ex-
ample, if there is intensive usage by multi-
ple devices on the hotspot, such as tablets
or laptops).
— The Audi tablet has an anti-theft protection
feature: it can only connect to the MMI of
the associated vehicle. Also, the Audi tablet
will be disabled if it has not been connected
to the MMI for longer than 30 days. To ena-
ble it again, connect the Audi tablet to the
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Head-up display
Head-up display
Description
Applies to: vehicles with head-up display
The head-up display projects certain warnings or
selected information from the assist systems on
the windshield. The display appears within the
driver's field of vision.
Switching on and off
The Y button is located in the function bar on
the lower display > page 21.
> To switch the head-up display on or off, press
and hold the Y button.
Settings in the Infotainment system
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Head-up
display, or
> Press the Y button.
Possible settings:
— Picture rotation
— Brightness
— Display height: You can adjust the height of the
display. Sit in the correct seating position
=> page 72 and adjust the head-up display.
— Display contents: You can set which informa-
tion should be displayed. The display of certain
information and some of the red indicator
lights cannot be hidden.
@) Note
To reduce the risk of scratches on the glass
covering the head-up display, do not place any
objects in the projection opening.
@ Tips
— Sunglasses with polarization filters and un-
favorable lighting conditions can impair visi-
bility of the display.
— An optimal display depends on the seat po-
sition and the height adjustment of the
head-up display.
—A special windshield is needed for the head-
up display function.
— For information on cleaning, see > table In-
terior cleaning on page 311.
— Certain settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
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Voice recognition system
Voice recognition system
General information
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
You can operate many functions in the vehicle
easily using voice commands.
Using the voice recognition system optimally
> Speak clearly and distinctly at a normal volume.
Speak louder when driving faster.
> Emphasize the words in the commands evenly
and do not leave long pauses.
> Close the doors, the windows, and the sunroof*
to reduce background noise. Make sure that
passengers are not speaking when you are giv-
ing a voice command.
> Do not direct the vents toward the hands-free
microphone, which is in the roof headliner near
the front interior lights.
> Only the driver should speak to the system, be-
cause the handsfree microphone is aimed to-
ward this seating position.
ZA\ WARNING
— Direct your full attention to driving. As the
driver, you have complete responsibility for
safety in traffic. Only use the functions in
such a way that you always maintain com-
plete control over your vehicle in all traffic
situations.
— Do not use the voice recognition system in
emergencies because your voice may change
in stressful situations. The system may take
longer to dial the number or may not be
able to dial it at all. Dial the emergency
number manually.
G) Tips
There are no voice guidance* prompts when a
dialog is active.
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Operating
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
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Fig. 29 Upper display: voice recognition system
Switching the voice recognition system on or
off
Requirement: the ignition and the MMI must be
switched on. A system language supported by
the voice recognition system must be set. There
must be no phone calls in progress and the park-
ing aid must not be active.
> To switch the voice recognition system on,
briefly press the «€ button on the multifunction
steering wheel, or depending on the context,
press w¢ in the upper display.
> To switch the voice recognition system off,
press and hold the « button on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel, or say or press Cancel (a).
Using the voice recognition system
In the voice recognition system menu, possible
commands or help settings are displayed for the
current dialog @).
> Say the desired command after the signal tone.
> To receive additional help for the current dia-
log, say or press Help (2).
> To pause voice recognition, say or press Pause
@. To reactivate voice recognition, press (@)
again or briefly press the «€ button on the mul-
tifunction steering wheel.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > General > Speech dialog system >
Allow commands during voice output. If the
function is switched on, you can simply say a
new command during a prompt.
Activating the online recognizer
Applies to: vehicles with online recognizer
You can activate the online recognizer for addi-
tional functions and to improve the results of >