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Media

DVD drive
Applies to: vehicles with a DVD drive
—
Fig. 171 Glove compartment: DVD drive

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Loading a CD/DVD
> Slide the CD/DVD straight into the DVD slot @
with the label facing up. The CD/DVD will be au-
tomatically pulled in.
Ejecting a CD/DVD
> Press the button (2).
The CD/DVD is pulled in again automatically if it
is
not removed from the DVD slot within approxi-
mately ten seconds after ejecting it.
The DVD drive is accessed and operated through
the MMI > page 253.
@) Tips
— Playback cannot be guaranteed with media
files that have a high data rate.
— Always read the chapter > page 250, Gener-
al information.
Bluetooth audio player
Applies to: vehicles with Bluetooth audio player
With the Bluetooth audio player, you can play
music wirelessly through the MMI from your
Bluetooth-capable mobile device (such as a cell
phone).
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The Bluetooth
settings will open on your mobile device during
the connection setup. The Bluetooth function and
visibility of the MMI > page 264 and mobile de-
vice must be switched on.
Connecting a mobile device
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
MEDIA > Source > Connect external device >
New connection. The available Bluetooth devi-
ces will be displayed after several seconds.
> Press on the desired mobile device in the list of
displayed Bluetooth devices.
> To update the list, press OQ.
A PIN for a secure Bluetooth connection will be
generated.
> Confirm the PIN on your mobile device.
After
connecting successfully, the mobile device
will be displayed in the Connected devices menu
as a Bluetooth audio player.
Playing media > page 253.
@ Tips
— Check for any connection requests on your
Bluetooth device.
— Multiple Bluetooth audio players can be
paired with the MMI, but only one at a time
can be active as a Bluetooth audio player
=> page 265.
— The supported media functions (such as
shuffle, list view, categories, search, op-
tions) depend on the Bluetooth device being
used.
— Note the volume setting on your Bluetooth
device. Audi recommends setting your mo-
bile device to the maximum volume when
using it as a Bluetooth audio player.
—Aselection of supported Bluetooth devices
can be found in the database for tested mo-
bile devices at www.audi.com/bluetooth.
Amazon Alexa
Applies to: vehicles with Amazon Alexa Integration
You can play various Amazon Alexa content using
the MMI. The voice recognition system is used to
operate it.
Requirement: Amazon Alexa must be activated
=> page 35.
>» Start Amazon Alexa using the voice recognition
system.
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Never leave mobile devices in the vehicle in
extremely high or low temperatures.
@ Tips
— Always follow the information found in
=> page 94.
— When you switch the ignition off, the USB
ports are still supplied with power until the
energy management intervenes.
— Do not use an additional adapter cable or
USB extension cable to connect mobile devi-
ces to the Audi music interface that already
have a cable or that must be connected with
a USB adapter cable (> page 252, fig. 172).
Using an additional adapter or US extension
cable may impair functionality.
— Functionality is not guaranteed for mobile
devices that do not conform to the USB 2.0
specification.
— USB hubs are not supported.
— Video playback through the Audi music in-
terface is not supported on Apple devices
and MTP devices (such as smartphones).
— iPod touch or iPhone malfunctions also af-
fect the operation of the MMI. Reset your
mobile device in these situations.
— Audi recommends updating the iPod touch
or iPhone software to the latest version. Re-
fer to your mobile device owner's manual
for more information.
— The USB adapter on the Audi music inter-
face will support iPod touch or iPhone devi-
ces from the 5th generation or newer with
the lightning connector.
—Aselection of supported devices can be
found in the database for tested mobile de-
vices at www.audi.com/mp3.
Playing media
The following sources can be selected depending
on the vehicle equipment:
— Amazon Alexa > page 251.
— USB device > page 252.
— DVD © page 251.
— External device: you can connect external devi-
ces via Bluetooth and use the Bluetooth audio
player > page 251, or you can connect an exter-
nal device directly to the Audi music interface
=> page 252.
Accessing media
Playing media files using the MMI
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
MEDIA > Source > a source. Depending on the
connected device, the symbol for a source may
change. The device name may be displayed (for
example: myPhone).
> Select a track from the categories in the media
center > page 254.
Playing media files using the multifunction
steering wheel
Requirement: a media source must contain me-
dia files > page 253.
> Select the radio/media tab in the instrument
cluster.
> Turn the left thumbwheel to display the play-
list.
> To switch to a different source, press the
button.
> To select a media file or a source, turn and
press the left thumbwheel.
> To switch between radio and media, select in
the instrument cluster: the LE] button > Switch
to radio/Switch to media.
Playing media files using the Rear Seat
Remote
Applies to: vehicles with Rear Seat Remote
Requirement: the Rear Seat Remote must be con-
nected to the MMI > page 28.
> Applies to: Rear Seat Remote: Press MEDIA on
the home screen.
Operation of the available media functions with
the Rear Seat Remote is very similar to operation
in the MMI > page 255.

Z\ WARNING
Observe the safety precautions > page 26,
Rear Seat Remote. >

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Audi smartphone interface

Audi smartphone
interface
Setup
Applies to: vehicles with Audi smartphone interface
You can connect your smartphone to the MMI
with a cable or wirelessly* using the Audi smart-
phone interface. Certain content on your smart-
phone is adapted in the MMI while driving and
can be operated through the MMI.
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. iPhone genera-
tion 5 or higher with Lightning connector and iOS
7.1.2 operating system or higher, or smartphone
with Android Auto app and Android 5.0 Lollipop
operating system or higher.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices > Audi smart-
phone interface > New connection.
> Connect your smartphone to the Audi music in-
terface > page 252 using a USB adapter
=> page 252, fig. 172, or
> To connect your iPhone wireless*, switch on the
Bluetooth function and Wi-Fi on your iPhone.
Open the Apple CarPlay settings in your iPhone.
In the MMI, press on your iPhone in the list of
displayed devices.
> To update the list, press O.
> Follow the system instructions.
> Pay attention to any additional system prompts
on your smartphone, if applicable.
> Applies to: MMI: If you declined use of Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto the first time you con-
nected your smartphone, then select on the
home screen: SETTINGS > Connected devices >
Audi smartphone interface > a smartphone.
> Follow the system instructions.

Z\ WARNING
Driving requires your complete and undivided
attention. As the driver, you have complete re-
sponsibility for safety in traffic. Never operate
mobile devices while driving, because this in-
creases the risk of an accident.

CG) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=> page 222.
G@) Tips
— The functions that can be used depend on
the following factors, among others:
— The brand of your smartphone
— The version of the operating system in
your smartphone
— The software version of the app used
— The USB adapter cable and correct connec-
tion
— Your cell phone service provider
— The customized settings on your smart-
phone
— One of the factors above or a combination
of any of them could cause your smart-
phone to be incompatible with the Audi
smartphone interface. Compatibility cannot
be guaranteed for all types of smartphones.
For more information and assistance, refer
to the user guide and the manufacturer of
your smartphone.
— Please note that you can only connect your
smartphone via the front Audi music inter-
face in order to use the Audi smartphone
terface.
in-
— Wireless Apple CarPlay* is not available in
all countries.
— Wireless Apple CarPlay* was a planned func-
tion at the time this manual was printed.
Wireless Apple CarPlay* is not available in
your vehicle.
— Wireless Apple CarPlay* is only possible i
vehicles without a navigation system or
without a detected vehicle position (GPS
n
da-
ta) if the following requirement is met: the
embedded SIM card for the vehicle must
logged into the mobile phone network
=> page 222.
be
— If the connected smartphone has voice con-
trol, you can operate your smartphone using
the external voice recognition system
=> page 35.
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Additional settings

G) Tips
The volume is automatically adjusted to a pre-
set level when the MMI is switched on.
Bluetooth
> Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connection settings > Bluetooth
» Applies to: Rear Seat Remote: Select on the
home screen: SETTINGS > Connection > Blue-
tooth.
Bluetooth
Applies to: MMI: You can select a setting for visi-
bility of the MMI to other Bluetooth devices. To
connect a new Bluetooth device, the Visible set-
ting must be selected. If Invisible is selected, a
Bluetooth connection will only be possible with
Paired devices. If Off is selected, no Bluetooth
device can be connected.
Bluetooth audio player
Applies to: MMI: When this function is switched
on, the profile will load automatically when your
Bluetooth audio player is within range.
Bluetooth name
Applies to: MMI: The MMI’s Bluetooth name is
displayed and can be changed.
Applies to: Rear Seat Remote: The MMI’s Blue-
tooth name is displayed.
Factory default settings
Requirement: the ignition must be switched on.
» Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > System maintenance > Restore
factory settings.
> Follow the system instructions.
The
settings will be reset. The system will re-
start. This may take some time.
G) Tips
Make sure that not only the settings were de-
leted but also the stored data, if necessary.
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Software update
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with software update
You can update your vehicle’s software.
The functions depend on the country and vehicle
equipment:
— Update through the online system update
=> page 264.
— Map material update for the navigation system
> page 238.
— Have the software update performed by an au-
thorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility. This can result in additional costs.

ZX WARNING
— Perform the installation only when the vehi-
cle is stationary. Otherwise, this increases
the risk of an accident
— If the installation fails, contact an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to have the malfunction
corrected.
Online system update
Applies to: vehicles with online system update

With the online system update, you can update
the software directly in the vehicle.
Requirement: the MMI must be connected to the
Internet > page 222, Audi connect.
Downloading updates
Requirement: notification for an online system
update will appear in the upper display.
> Press on the notification, or
> Open the notification in the notification center
on = page 23 and press on the notification.
> Follow the system instructions.
You can also check manually if an update is avail-
able.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > System maintenance > Software
update > Search for updates > desired update
> Continue.
> Follow the system instructions.

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The MMI will start the download. You can check
the status of the download process in the notifi-
cation center > page 23.
Installing updates
Requirement: an online system update must be
downloaded and a notification must be shown in
the upper display.
> Stop the vehicle safely.
> Press on the notification, or
> Open the notification in the notification center
on > page 23 and press on the notification.
> Follow the system instructions.
Depending on the scope of the update, the online
system update may only be started if you follow
these instructions:
> Switch the emergency flashers off, if necessary
> Make sure that the starter battery is charged.
> To start the update, exit and lock the vehicle.
The MMI will start the installation. When the up-
date has ended, a notification will be displayed.

Z\ WARNING
Depending on the scope of the installation,
the ignition must not be switched on during
the installation to ensure the installation

completes successfully.

@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
=@ in General information on page 222.
@ Tips
The software update may take some time.
Applies to: vehicles with online system update
Online system update: incomplete. Warning!
Vehicle functions limited
If an error occurs when installing an online sys-
tem update, certain functions such as the emer-
gency call function may not be available. Drive to
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility immediately to have the malfunc-
tion corrected.
Connected devices
Displayed connected devices
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Connected devices.
Possible menu items:
— Telephone 1
— Telephone 2
— Audio player
— Wi-Fi hotspot
— Headset
Audi smartphone interface
You can connect your smartphone to the MMI
=> page 261.
myAudi app
This function is available if the myAudi app is in-
stalled on your mobile device and started, and if
the mobile device is connected with the vehicle’s
Wi-Fi hotspot.
@) Note
Read the information about Audi connect, and
be sure to note the connectivity costs section
= page 222.
Managing connected devices
Requirement: the connected devices menu must
be displayed > page 265.
Connecting a device
Requirement: Bluetooth visibility must be acti-
vated in the MMI > page 264 and mobile device.
> Press on a menu item, such as Telephone 1.
> To search for and connect your mobile device,
press New connection > page 209.
Selecting a connected device
> Press on a menu item, such as Telephone 1.
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Additional settings

> Press and hold an element until the Options
menu is displayed.
> Press Legal notes.
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Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on.
> Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > page 13.
> Press and hold the E=] button on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel until the display appears.
Possible options:
— Engine code
— Software information
— Version information
Head-up display
Applies to: vehicles with head-up display
Requirement: the vehicle must be stationary and
the ignition must be switched on. The head-up
display is switched on.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Head-up
display > Display contents > Show the license
text in the head-up display.
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Checking and Filling

Fueling procedure

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Fig. 175 Right rear side of the vehicle: opening the fuel
filler door

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Fig. 176 Fuel filler door with attached fuel cap
The fuel filler door is unlocked or locked by the
central locking system.
>» Unlock the vehicle if necessary.
> Conventional drive system: Press on the left
side of the fuel filler door to open it > fig. 175.
> Plug-in hybrid drive: Pull on the EV switch in the
driver's door. The fuel filler door will open auto-
matically after venting is complete.
> Unscrew the tank cap counterclockwise.
> Place the cap from above on the open fuel filler
door > fig. 176.
> Plug-in hybrid drive: Note the information for
refueling at the end of this chapter.
> Insert the fuel pump nozzle all the way into the
fuel filler neck.
> Begin fueling. Once the fuel pump nozzle turns
off the first time, the fuel tank is full. Do not
continue fueling, or else the expansion space in
the tank will be filled with fuel.
> After the fuel pump has switched off, wait five
seconds before removing the nozzle to allow

1) Depending on the engine and country

the rest of the fuel to finish dripping into the
fuel tank.
> Turn the fuel cap clockwise until it clicks into
place.
> Close the fuel filler door and then press on the
left side until it latches.
The correct fuel type for your vehicle can be
found ona label located on the inside of the fuel
filler door. For additional information on fuel, see
=> page 269.
For the tank capacity in your vehicle, refer to the
Technical Data > page 344.
To reduce the risk of fuel leaking out or vapors
escaping, make sure that the fuel tank is closed
correctly. Otherwise the ES indicator light will
turn on.

Z\ WARNING
Improper fueling procedures and improper
handling of fuel can lead to explosions, fires,
severe burns, and other injuries.
— Do not smoke. Keep away from open flames.
— The ignition must be switched off when re-
fueling.
— Mobile devices, radio devices, and other ra-
dio equipment should always be switched
off when refueling. Electromagnetic rays
could cause sparks and start a fire.
— If you do not insert the fuel pump nozzle all
the way into the filler tube, then fuel can
leak out. Spilled fuel can ignite and start a
fire.
— Never get into the vehicle when refueling. If
there is an exceptional situation where you
must enter the vehicle, close the door and
touch a metal surface before touching the
fuel pump nozzle again. This will reduce the
risk of electrostatic discharge that can cause
flying sparks. Sparks can start a fire when
refueling.

Z\ WARNING
Audi does not recommend transporting fuel

containers inside the vehicle. Fuel could leak

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cause overheating and damage to the catalytic
converter.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
If the S indicator light blinks or turns on, there
is a malfunction that is causing poor emissions
quality and that could damage the catalytic con-
verter. Drive slowly to an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the
malfunction corrected.
The indicator light can also turn on if the fuel fill-
er cap is not closed correctly > page 271).
Engine compartment
General information
Special care is required if you are working in the
engine compartment
For work in the engine compartment, such as
checking and filling fluids, there is a risk of in-
jury, scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
reason, follow all the warnings and general
safety precautions provided in the following in-
formation. The engine compartment is a dan-
gerous area in the vehicle. > A.
Explanation of warnings (sticker in the engine
compartment):
®

Hot engine components!
Rotating parts!

The catalytic converter can be damaged
"127i if the oil level is too high!

Always follow the instructions in the op-
oA erating manual.



The radiator fan can switch on at any
i, time!

High voltage! Switch off the engine be-
5 fore coming into contact with any igni-
tion system components!



Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid
drive: High voltage! The voltage in the
high-voltage system is high enough to
EN cause fatal injuries. Touching a damaged
high-voltage component can result in a
fatal electric shock.


D_ Depending on the engine and country
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ZA\ WARNING
— Turn the engine off.
— Switch the ignition off.
— Set the parking brake.
— Select the “P” (Park) selector lever position.
— Allow the engine to cool.
— Keep children away from the engine com-
partment.
— Never spill fluids on a hot engine. These flu-
ids (such as the freeze protection contained
in the coolant) can catch fire.
— Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
— Never reach into the radiator fan. The fan is
temperature-controlled and can turn on
suddenly, even when the ignition is switched
off.
— Never open the hood when there is steam or
coolant escaping from the engine compart-
ment, because there is a risk that you could
be burned. Wait until no steam or coolant is
escaping.
— Plug-in hybrid drive: The coolant expansion
tank cap is equipped with a seal that must
never be removed under any circumstances
= page 277, fig. 181. If the coolant expan-
sion tank for the high-voltage system is not
sealed, please contact an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
— Plug-in hybrid drive: The sealed cap must
only be opened by an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized Audi Service Facility.
—The cap on the coolant expansion tank must
never be opened when the coolant is hot.
The cooling system is under pressure. There
is a risk of burns
—To protect your face, hands, and arms from
hot steam or coolant, cover the cap with a
thick cloth when opening.

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— Do not remove the engine cover under any
circumstances. This increases the risk of
burns.
— Due to the risk of electric shock, never touch
the ignition cable or other components in
the electronic high-voltage ignition system
when the engine is running or is starting.
— If a gear is engaged while the vehicle is sta-
tionary and the engine is running, do not
press the accelerator pedal inadvertently.
Pressing the accelerator pedal will cause the
vehicle to move, and this could result in an
accident.
— If inspections or repairs must be performed
while the engine is running, moving compo-
nents (such as the ribbed belt, generator,
and radiator fan) pose an additional risk.
— Set the parking brake first and select the
“P” (Park) selector lever position.
— Always make sure that no parts of the
body, jewelry, ties, loose clothing, and
long hair can be caught in moving engine
components. Before any work, always re-
move any jewelry and/or ties, tie back long
hair, and make sure all clothing fits close
to the body to reduce the risk of anything
becoming caught in engine components.
— Pay attention to the following warnings list-
ed when work on the fuel system or on the
electrical equipment is required.
— Do not smoke.
— Never work near open flames.
— Always have a working fire extinguisher
nearby.
— All work on the battery or electrical system
in your vehicle can result in injuries, chemi-
cal burns, accidents, or burns. Because of
this, all work must be performed only by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility.
— Limit your exposure to exhaust and chemi-
cals to as short a time as possible.

emit chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, certain flu-
ids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
— Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harms.
Wash hands after handling.



ZA WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning:
— Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or

@) Note
When filling fluids, be sure not to add any flu-
ids to the wrong reservoirs. Otherwise severe
malfunctions and engine damage will occur.
@) For the sake of the environment
You should regularly check the ground under
your vehicle in order to detect leaks quickly. If
there are visible spots from oil or other fluids,
bring your vehicle to an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility to be
checked.
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Opening and closing the hood
The hood is released from inside the vehicle.



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Fig. 180 Unlocked hood: lever
Make sure the wiper arms are not raised up from
the windshield. Otherwise the paint could be
damaged.
Opening the hood
> Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive:
Switch the ignition off before releasing the
hood so that the gasoline engine does not start
automatically.
> With the door open, pull the lever <> below
the instrument panel in the direction of the ar-
row > fig. 179.


D_ The & symbol is not available in all countries.
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>» Raise the hood slightly > page 274.
> Press the lever > fig. 180 in the direction of the
arrow. This releases the hooks.
> Open the hood.
Closing the hood
> Push the hood down until you override the
force of the strut.
> Let the hood fall lightly into the latch. Do not
press it in. > /\.
Messages
B Warning! Hood is not locked. Stop vehicle
and check the lock
The hood latch is not locked correctly. Stop im-
mediately and close the hood.

Z\ WARNING
— Never open the hood when there is steam or
coolant escaping from the engine compart-
ment, because there is a risk that you could
be burned. Wait until no steam or coolant is
escaping.
— For safety reasons, the hood must always be
latched securely while driving. Because of
this, always check the hood after closing it
to make sure it is latched correctly. The hood
is latched if the front corners cannot be lift-
ed.
— If you notice that the hood is not latched
while you are driving, stop immediately and
close it, because driving when the hood is
not latched increases the risk of an accident.