turn signal AUDI A8 2020 Owner's Manual

Parking and maneuvering

Parking and
maneuvering
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment, various
parking aids will help you when parking and ma-
neuvering.
Parking system
The parking system plus assists you while park-
ing using audio and visual signals to warn you
about objects detected in front of, behind, and at
the sides* of the vehicle > page 192.
The rearview camera shows the area behind the
vehicle in the MMI display. The lines in the rear-
view camera image help you to park and maneu-
ver > page 194.
The peripheral cameras are an addition to the
rearview camera and help you to see various
areas around the vehicle while parking and ma-
neuvering > page 194.
The rear cross-traffic assist can warn you of ap-
proaching cross traffic when driving in reverse or
exiting a parking space > page 198.
Settings options
You can adjust parking system functions individu-
ally. The adjustment options depend on the vehi-
cle equipment.
— Activating automatically > page 192
— Front and rear volume > page 193
— Entertainment fader > page 193
— Clean rearview camera > page 195
— View > page 197
— Rear cross-traffic assist > page 198


_ WARNING
Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 154.

G) Tips
Practicing parking in a traffic-free location or
parking lot to become familiar with the sys-
tems is recommended. Practice parking in
good light and weather conditions.
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Parking system plus
Activating/deactivating
Applies to: vehicles with parking system plus



Fig. 145 Center console: parking aid button
General information
The parking system assists when parking and ma-
neuvering by providing warnings about obstacles.
If the ultrasonic sensors on the vehicle
=> page 155, fig. 115 detect an obstacle, the sys-
tem will provide audio and visual warnings.
Activating/deactivating
Requirement: the vehicle speed must be under
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
> Press the Pt or & button in the center console.
When activating, a brief tone will sound and
the LED in the button will turn on.
Automatic activation
> The system activates automatically when re-
verse gear is engaged while the engine is run-
ning. A brief tone will sound.
> If Automatic activation is switched on in the
MMI and if the vehicle approaches ) an obstacle
at speeds below approximately 6 mph (10
km/h), the parking aid will switch on automati-
cally. Audible signals will sound once the obsta-
cle is within the sensor detection area.
> Applies to: MMI: To switch Automatic activa-
tion on or off, select on the home screen: VEHI-
CLE > Parking aid > Automatic activation.
Automatic deactivation
The distance indicator for the parking system
plus will deactivate automatically when driving
forward faster than 6 mph (10 km/h).

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Parking and maneuvering


— Select |--| > Rear cross-traffic assist in the upper
display when the parking system is active.

Messages
re or > is displayed when there is a mal-
function, the rear cross traffic assist functions
may be unavailable or may be 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 sensor area in the ve-
hicle rear and try to turn the systems on 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.

Z\ WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 154.
— The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide
alerts about people and cannot warn you
about every type of approaching objects,
such as cyclists. Always monitor the traffic
as well as the vehicle's surroundings with di-
rect eye contact.
— The system may not react if objects are ap-
proaching very quickly.
— The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide
alerts if your vehicle is parallel parked or if
your vehicle is pulled too far into the park-
ing space so that it is hidden by adjacent
vehicles.

@) Tips
— Certain settings are stored automatically in
the active personal profile.
— Once an automatic brake activation occurs,
the system cannot initiate another activa-
tion for several seconds.
— System functions may not be available if the
ESC is limited or switched off, or if there is a
malfunction.
— If there is an acoustic warning signal from
the rear cross-traffic assist, then the park-
ing system may not warn you of detected
obstacles under certain circumstances.
— For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
> page 339.
— The coverage areas of the sensors > fig. 151
are diagrams and do not represent a true-
to-scale image of the sensor ranges.
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Emergency assistance

bar is not available. Use a towing cable made of
synthetic elastic cable similar elastic material.

Z\ WARNING
— Towing highly increases the risk of an acci-
dent, for example from colliding with the
towing vehicle.
— To reduce the risk of an accident, do not al-
low anyone to remain inside the vehicle
when it is being transported by a tow truck
or a special transporter.
@) Note
— If normal towing is not possible, for exam-
ple if the transmission is faulty or if the
towing distance is greater than 30 miles
(50 km), then transport the vehicle on a
special carrier.
— If the vehicle is towed by a tow truck at the
axle that is not permitted, this can cause se-
vere damage to the transmission.

— The vehicle must not be tow started for
technical reasons.
@ Tips
— If the power supply is interrupted, then it
will not be possible to move the selector
lever out of the "P" position. The parking
lock must be released using the emergency
release before towing the vehicle
=> page 116.
— Switch Audi pre sense* off > page 185 when
loading the vehicle onto a vehicle carrier,
train, ship, or other type of transportation,
or when towing the vehicle. This can prevent
an undesired intervention from the pre
sense* system.
— Follow the local legal regulations for tow-
ing.
Read and follow the important information under
=> page 324.
Preparations
> Only secure the towing cable or tow bar at the
designated towing loops > page 325,
=> page 326.
> Make sure the towing cable is not twisted. Oth-
erwise it could disconnect from the towing loop
while towing.
> Switch the emergency flashers on in both
vehicles > page 64. However, do not do this if it
prohibited by law.
Towing vehicle (front)
> Only start to drive when the towing cable is
taut.
> Press the brake pedal very carefully.
> Avoid sudden braking or driving maneuvers.
Vehicle being towed (rear)
> Make sure the ignition is switched on so that
the steering wheel is not locked and so that you
can use the turn signals, the horn, and the
windshield wipers if needed > A\.
> Switching it off before the vehicle has stopped
may impair the function of the brake booster
and power steering. You would then need to
use more force to steer and brake the vehicle.
> Release the parking brake > page 124.
> Select the “N” selector lever position.
> Make sure the towing cable is always taut.

ZA WARNING
Never tow a vehicle using a tow bar or towing
cable if the vehicle does not have electrical
power.

Front towing loop
BFV-0305


Fig. 207 Front bumper: installing the towing loop
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Accessories and technical changes

Usually maintenance and repair work requires
special tools, measuring devices, and other
equipment that is available to trained vehicle
technicians in order to help ensure that your vehi-
cle and all of its systems operate correctly, relia-
bly, and safely. Performing work on the vehicle
incorrectly can impair the operation and reliabili-
ty of your vehicle and may void one or more of
your vehicle's warranties.
Technical Modifications
Interference with electronic components, their
software, the wiring, and data transfer may cause
malfunctions. Because of the way electronic com-
ponents are interconnected, such malfunctions
can also impair systems that are not directly in-
volved. This means that you risk both a substan-
tial reduction in the operational safety of your ve-
hicle and increased wear of vehicle components.
Some convenience functions, such as the conven-
ience turn signal function, individual door open-
ing function, and displays, can be reprogrammed
using special workshop equipment. If functions
are reprogrammed, the information and descrip-
tions about these functions in this Owner's Man-
ual may no longer apply to the changed func-
tions. Audi recommends that an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility perform
and verify any reprogramming procedures.


carry out the job and have the correct tech-
nical information and the correct tools.
— If you are uncertain about what to do, have
the work performed by an authorized Audi
dealer, an authorized Audi Service Facility,
or another qualified workshop. Serious per-
sonal injury may result from improperly per-
formed work.


ZA WARNING
Maintenance procedures, repairs, or technical
modifications that are performed incorrectly
increase the risk of an accident and can lead
to serious injuries.


ZA WARNING
The engine compartment of any motor vehicle
is a potentially dangerous area and can cause
serious personal injury.
— Always use extreme caution when doing any
work in the engine compartment. Always
follow commonly accepted safety practices
and use common sense. Never risk personal
injury.
— Never perform any work in the engine com-
partment unless you know exactly how to

@) Note
— Maintenance procedures, repairs or techni-
cal modifications that are performed incor-
rectly can cause damage to the vehicle, such
as corrosion.
— If emergency repairs must be performed,
take your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility as soon
as possible.
— Audi is not liable for damage to the vehicle
resulting from failure to comply with these
guidelines.
@) For the sake of the environment
— Regular maintenance can help protect the
environment.
— Technical modifications to the vehicle can
have a negative impact on fuel consumption
and vehicle emissions.
(@) For the sake of the environment
Undeployed airbag modules and pretension-
ers are classified as Perchlorate Material -
special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.
gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. When the
vehicle or parts of the restraint system includ-
ing airbag modules and safety belts with pre-
tensioners are scrapped, all applicable laws
and regulations must be observed. Your au-
thorized Audi dealer is familiar with these re-
quirements and we recommend that you have
your dealer perform this service for you.
G) Tips
Because of your vehicle's aluminum body de-
sign, all service and repair procedures affect-
ing the body should be performed by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
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Index

tiptronic
refer to Manual shifting............... 115
Tire Mobility System (tire repair set)....... 316
TPES scones ao aires & =) eeeos * wyamenpa © eyewai fo © anon 289
Loose wheel warning...........0+eeeee 304
Low-profile tires ..........-.000e-e0ee 306
REPaiSOLS « eves © a cnesere © ewes a © nteabos © are 316
Replacing........... 0.0 cee eee eee eee 319
S@rvic@ lif@ws « « game < ¢ aims < xayeu sx Hens 298
TRE; PRESSURCL en. so cessas so sewers 6 wiemuea » wrens 299
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 307
Tire pressure table ...........-.e eee eee 300
Tire pressure (trailer mode)............ 151
Treadwear indicators.................. 298
Unidirectional: « sacs « s sees sx news x 291, 321
Uniform tire quality grading............ 306
Tires and wheels
Glossary of tire and loading terminology .. 292
Tires and vehicle load limits............ 301
Tool... 6. eee 316
Tooltips. .... 6... eee eee eee eee 20
Top tether anchor (securing the child safety
S@at) 0. cee eee eee tenes 95
Touch display
Adjusting feedback...............000 ee 20
Operating « = sess 2 x, sone 2 a wanes ¥ ramen a 6 ones 18
TOWING): 5 © sore 9 © seems 3 seson 9 oom © wanes 324
Towing LOOP ese: x ¢ saws se eee se ees 325, 326
Towing protection monitoring............. 46
TPMS
Tire pressure monitoring system........ 307
Traffic iffOrination = wes + 2 cos s naee & o ow 238
Traffic jam assist
refer to Adaptive cruise assist........... 170
Traffic light information................ 161
Traffic sign recognition..............004 159
Traffic SignScw: 2 y eens = x eens yo ees 5 v eee 162
Trailer mode
Air SUSPENSION ¢ sciiss » & caus 2 o cars 2 & ears 151
Trailer mode (navigation).............. 240
Trailer towing wis + 2 sce 2 2 sence oo eee » were 151
Tongue weight.........-....000- eens 1S,
Ufailer load = cesen s 2 enwm 9 4 ama oo mee eee 151,
TUTMASSISE sees ¢ 2 iain 3 See 8s Saee a Rees 185
Turn signals ........ cece eee ee eee eee 61
U
Unable to pass........... 2.000 e eee eee 178
Uniform tire quality grading............. 306
Unlocking and locking.............-..0-- 43
By remote control................00005 48
Using the lock cylinder................. 46
With the central locking switch.......... AS
With the convenience key............... 48
Update (software) ...............00000 267
Updating stations (radio).............04. 242
Upright positions, « « snscss 6 « cesses © # cosas » ¥ eave 78
USB
Adapter... ..... cece cee eee eee 202
USB
charging port............0...0 ee eee 97
USB stick
refer to Audi music interface....... 253,254
Using residual heat................00.. 107
V
Valet parking... ... 6. ccc eee e eee ee eee 56
Vanity maior esse = « anewese + ercuene w 9 vecton wo ane 67
Vehicle
Care/cleaning .......... ese e eee eee ee 309
DIM@NSIONS sex « yews 5 o een cs we R Ge 341
Udentificationdatarss + micas s inca ae essven 341
Out of service........... 0... 315
RaiSitiG): « asws = 5 eaves 3 ¢ Sanne 4 § GES Fs 320
SUNN Gian 5s wsstm 4 o wna 5 x omermee a 7 sosoee 9S Ld.
TWANSPONE crccsie « v evenem « onemeanse © mesens @ » 129, 136
Veiclercareran x 2 ocniss + soma « 4 emo © eons 309
Vehicle control services.............000. 218
Vehicle identification number............ 341
Vehicle jack’: « cess « x sews = x eres = x eee ee: 316
Lifflag pales. so seis 2 seem x 6 enema + wes 320
Tire change mode.............--..005 319
Vehicle key... 0.0... 0. ee eee ee eee ee 43,47
WeFIGleSOUMG inne « suesons oo sxanein ao winneas © w evans 120
Vehicle start system... .. 0.0... cece eee eee 122
Wehicle:tool:Kits. & cccvese so sess eo seman a 8 oniians 316
Ventilation: « s wives ss wens s ¢ wine s ¢ eas 5 104
VIEW bUttofiies x = seuws ¢ = erwe ¢ = Gems te eee 13
VOICetia Ils « = ucugy = x weuoe © ¢ meen ¢ 2 eee 8 a 206
Voice recognition system.............0... 38
Exterfialsecues « x sem 2 ana a a name & 5 meme & 39
Openatlings. « « scsi: « sewers © snemens w @ pcsue © 6 oo 38