roof AUDI Q5 2021 Owner´s Manual

Storage and convenience

side of the vehicle and the imprinted arrow
points in the direction of travel.
> Place the pins @) into the holes. The claw fas-
tener G) must engage into the edge of the roof
rail. Make sure the rubber washers (4) lie flat on
the roof rail.
> Tighten the screw in the direction of (8) using
the socket wrench. Make sure the arrow on the
socket wrench and the arrow on the screw line
up exactly. The required tightening specifica-
tion is 4.5 ft lbs (6 Nm).
> Repeat these steps for the other mounting
points for the roof rack.

Z\ WARNING
Applies to: vehicles with roof racks supplied
by the factory: when installing the roof rack
supplied by the factory on the roof rail, sensor
technology is used to adjust the ESC to any
possible change in the vehicle's center of
gravity resulting from the load. This does not
occur when using other roof rack systems, so
the risk of an accident will increase.

Installing the attachments
Applies to: vehicles with roof racks supplied by the factory
> Remove the cap ©) to mount attachments on
the roof rack > page 89, fig. 90.
> Slide the attachment into the T-groove (7).
> Tighten the attachment according to the roof
rack installation instructions.
> Close the cap ©.
Installing the cover profile
Applies to: vehicles with roof racks supplied by the factory
> After you have mounted the attachments, seal
the openings in the T-groove (7) > page 89,
fig. 90 with the cover profile (8). The cover pro-
file must not be installed under the caps.
> If you do not want to use the attachment, seal
the whole T-groove (%) with the cover profile @).
> If necessary, shorten the cover profile (8) so
that it matches the length of the open sections
of the T-groove. The caps © must be closed.

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Warm and cold

Warm and cold
Climate control system
Your vehicle has a deluxe automatic climate con-
trol system with 3 zones where the temperature,
air distribution, and air supply can be set sepa-
rately on the left front side, the right front side,
and in the rear.
The climate control system warms, cools, dehu-
midifies, and filters the air in the vehicle interior.
It is the most effective when the windows and
panoramic glass roof* are closed. If there is a
build-up of heat inside the vehicle, ventilation
can help to speed up the cooling process.
The automatic climate control system automati-
cally maintains a temperature once it has been
set. In all heating mode functions except defrost,
the blower only switches to a higher speed once
the coolant has reached a certain temperature.
Pollutant filter
The pollutant filter removes pollutants such as
dust and pollen from the air.

ZA\ WARNING
— You should not use the recirculation mode
for an extended period of time, because no
fresh air is drawn in and the windows can
fog when cooling mode is switched off. This
increases the risk of an accident.
— Individuals with reduced sensitivity to pain
or temperature could develop burns when



using the seat heating* function. To reduce
the risk of injury, these individuals should
not use seat heating*.

Q) Note
To reduce the risk of damage to the seat heat-
ing* elements, do not kneel on the seats or
place heavy pressure on one area of the seat.
@) For the sake of the environment
Energy can be saved by switching off the A/C
mode.
@) Tips
—To prevent interference with the heating or
cooling output and to prevent the windows
from fogging over, the air intake in front of
the windshield must be free of ice, snow,
and leaves.
— Condensation from the cooling system can
drip and form a puddle of water under the
vehicle. This is normal and does not mean
there is a leak.
— The energy management system may tem-
porarily switch off certain functions, such as
the seat heating” or rear window defogger.
These systems are available again as soon as
the energy supply has been restored.
— If the front passenger's seat heating* is
turned on, it will not turn on again automat-
ically if more than 10 minutes have passed
between switching the ignition off and on
again.
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Driving

> If necessary, scroll to the e-tron short-term
statistics or e-tron long-term statistics.
Vehicle sound
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
The electric drive system generates considerably
less noise than a combustion engine. An artificial
engine sound is generated when driving electri-
cally so that the vehicle can be heard from the
outside when driving. The vehicle sound auto-
matically fades out at higher speeds when the
sounds from the tires and wind start increasing.

ZA WARNING
Other road users may not be able to defini-
tively hear electric vehicles when they are
driving. This increases the risk of an accident
particularly when driving in areas with little
traffic, when maneuvering, or when driving in
reverse.

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Your driving style greatly influences the amount
of fuel and energy consumed, the environmental
impact, and the wear on the motor, brakes, and
tires. Note the following information for efficient
and environmentally-conscious driving:
— Turn off electrical equipment that is not need-
ed, for example seat heating”.
— Anticipate upcoming traffic situations while
driving to avoid unnecessary acceleration and
braking.
— Avoid driving at high speeds.
— Avoid adding extra weight to the vehicle if pos-
sible, for example by not leaving roof racks or
bike racks installed when they are not needed.
— Make sure the tire pressure is correct.
— Have maintenance performed regularly on the
vehicle.
— Do not let the engine run while the vehicle
parked.
— Do not drive with winter tires during the summ-
er.
— Use the Start/Stop system.
— Utilize the engine braking effect.
— Avoid driving short distances when possible.
— Plug-in hybrid drive: If you must brake the vehi-
cle and coasting is not possible, then switch
quickly from the accelerator pedal to the brake
pedal and press the brake with steady pressure.
This allows the best possible use of recupera-
tion.
(i) Tips
The amount of noise produced by the vehicle
can increase significantly when driving with a
sporty style. Show respect to others around
you and the environment with the way you op-
erate your vehicle, especially at night.
Energy management
Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent ener-
gy management system for distributing electrici-
ty. This significantly improves the starting ability
and increases the vehicle battery life.
G) Tips
— If you drive short distances frequently, the
vehicle battery may not charge enough
while driving. As a result, convenience func-
tions for electrical equipment may be tem-
porarily unavailable.
— The vehicle battery will gradually drain if
the vehicle is not driven for long periods of
time, or if electrical equipment is used
when the engine is not running. To ensure
that the vehicle can still be started, the
electrical equipment will be limited or
switched off.
Messages
B Drive system: malfunction! Safely stop vehi-
cle
There is a malfunction in the drive system. The
brake
booster and the power steering may stop
working. Stop the vehicle immediately or as soon
as possible and do not continue driving. Secure
the vehicle against rolling before exiting the vehi-
cle > page 98. Have the problem corrected by an
authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility.
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Driving dynamic


these control systems are installed and this
can affect driving stability and increase the
risk of a collision.
— As the vehicle load increases, especially the
roof load, the vehicle's center of gravity also
increases along with the risk of the vehicle
tipping. To reduce the risk of an accident, al-
ways adapt your driving style to the current
conditions and avoid sudden driving maneu-
vers.

G) Tips
The ABS and ASR only function correctly when
all four wheels have a similar wear condition.
Different tire sizes can lead to a reduction in
motor power.
The So* button (or #, depending on the model)
for controlling the ESC is located in the center
console, in front of the selector lever. The ESC is
automatically switched on when the ignition is
switched on.
Limiting ESC
It may make sense in some situations to limit the
ESC stabilization functions so that the wheels can
spin:
— Rocking the vehicle to free it when it is stuck
— Driving in deep snow, on unpaved ground, or
with snow chains
— Driving downhill while braking on loose ground
— Driving with axle articulation
The ESC can be limited in order to allow the
wheels to spin.
—To limit the ESC, press the So button briefly.
The B indicator light will turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
light turns off.
If you select the Offroad Audi drive select mode,
the Offroad ESC mode will be automatically
used. This mode is suited for driving offroad and
is designed for uneven terrain or loose ground.
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Switching off ESC
For a more active control of the vehicle where the
stabilizing functions of the ESC cannot intervene,
the ESC can be switched off.
— To switch off the ESC, press and hold the Sor
button for more than three seconds. The B
and aa indicator lights turn on.
—To completely reactivate the ESC stabilization
function, press the button again. The indicator
lights turn off.

ZA\ WARNING
— When the ESC is switched off or limited,
there will be no vehicle stabilization or it will
be limited. The driving wheels could spin
and the vehicle could swerve, especially on
slick or slippery road surfaces. When there is
a heavy vehicle load and sudden driving ma-
neuvers, it may not be possible to prevent
the vehicle from tipping under certain cir-
cumstances, which increases the risk of an
accident.
— Because of the increased risk of an accident,
only drive with the ESC switched off or Limit-
ed when it is necessary. Reactivate the ESC
as soon as possible.
G) Tips
— If you select the Audi drive select* Offroad
mode, hill descent assist will switch on.
— If the ESC is limited, switched off, or mal-
functioning, systems with an automatic
braking intervention function may not be
fully available.
— If malfunctions occur in other systems or
certain driver assist systems are active, the
ESC must be switched on by the system. The
ESC
may switch on automatically and can-
not be operated with the button.
B fs / B © Stabilization control (ESC/
ABS): malfunction! See owner's manual

There is a malfunction in the ABS or EDL. This al-
so causes the ESC to malfunction. The brakes still >

High-voltage system

High-voltage system
General information
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive
All work done on the high-voltage system must
only be performed by certified high-voltage tech-
nicians at authorized Audi dealers or authorized
Audi Service Facilities in accordance with Audi
guidelines.
The high-voltage system is composed of the fol-
lowing high-voltage components, among other
things: the high-voltage battery, the power elec-
tronics, the electric motor, the high-voltage A/C
compressor, the high-voltage heater, the charg-
ing system and charging port, and the orange
high-voltage wiring.
The high-voltage battery is located in the lug-
gage compartment under the cargo floor and
does not require any maintenance from the driv-
er.

ZX WARNING
The voltage in the high-voltage system is high
enough to cause fatal injuries. Touching a
damaged high-voltage component can result
in a fatal electric shock. The components in
the high-voltage system are marked with a
warning label which warns against the high-
voltage.
— The voltage level in the high-voltage system
is still dangerous and potentially life-threat-
ening when the ignition is switched off.
— Never perform work on the orange high-
voltage cables or on other high-voltage
components. Only authorized repair facili-
ties that are certified may perform work on
the high-voltage system.
— Never damage, alter or remove the orange
high-voltage cable or disconnect it from the
high-voltage system.
— Never perform any work using cutting, shap-

ing or sharp-edged tools or heat sources

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near the high-voltage system and high-volt-
age cables.
— Gases that escape from the high-voltage
battery can be poisonous or flammable.
— Damage to the high-voltage battery could
cause the high-voltage battery to leak im-
mediately or in the future, and poisonous or
flammable gases could escape. Do not in-
hale the gases!
— Do not expose yourself to any leaking fluids
and do not come into contact with them.
— The high-voltage battery electrolyte fluid is
caustic. If electrolyte fluid comes into con-
tact with the skin, flush the affected area for
at least 15 minutes with clean water. Then
wash the affected area with soap. Have the
affected area examined by a medical profes-
sional.
— In the event of a technical emergency, in-
form the responders that the vehicle is
equipped with a high-voltage battery.
() Note
The high-voltage system can be damaged if
the vehicle underbody comes into contact
with the ground. Immediately drive your vehi-
cle to an authorized repair facility and have it
inspected.
B High-voltage battery: risk of fire! Safely
park and exit vehicle now. Contact emergency
responders!


Stop the vehicle immediately or as soon as possi-
ble. Park the vehicle in a safe place outdoors that
is not near buildings, roof overhangs, carports or
similar structures. Do not continue driving and
switch the ignition off. Make sure there are no
people or animals inside the vehicle. Contact
emergency services. See an authorized Audi deal-
er or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis-
tance.

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Driver assistance

occurs continuously in order to help the driver
keep the vehicle in the center of the lane. If the
steering correction cannot be set, the steering
correction will function in the Late setting.
— Vibration warning - You can select if you would
also like to be warned using a vibration in the
steering wheel.
@) Tips
Certain settings are automatically stored and
assigned to the remote control key being
used.
Applies to: vehicles with Audi active lane assist
iri or is displayed when there is a malfunc-
tion, the active lane assist functions may be un-
available or limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or the cam-
era may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
camera > page 143 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.
Audi pre sense
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi pre sense
Within the limits of the system, the Audi pre
sense functions can initiate measures in certain
driving situations to protect the vehicle occu-
pants and other road users. Depending on the ve-
hicle equipment, various Audi pre sense systems
may
be installed:
— Audi pre sense basic can react during emergen-
cy and dangerous braking maneuvers and un-
stable driving situations (such as oversteering
or understeering).
— Audi pre sense city and Audi pre sense front
can detect an impending frontal impact and re-
act with warnings, braking interventions, and
preemptive safety measures for the vehicle oc-
cupants.
— Audi pre sense rear monitors the rear traffic
behind your vehicle and can react to an impend-
ing rear impact.
— The swerve assist can help you to steer the ve-
hicle around an obstacle during an evasive ma-
neuver that is detected as critical.
— The turn assist can detect vehicles in the oppo-
site lane as critical during a turning maneuver
and react with braking maneuvers.
PNM eA ELT)
Applies to: vehicles with Audi pre sense
Depending on the vehicle speed and the vehicle
equipment, the following functions may be initi-
ated in certain situations:
— Visual and audio warnings
— Reversible tensioning of safety belts
— Closing the windows and panoramic glass roof
— Adjusting the seats
— Other preemptive safety measures by individual
systems

Z\ WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
@) Tips
— Depending on the risk situation that is de-
tected and the selected Audi drive select*
mode, not all preemptive safety measures
may be initiated under certain circumstan-
ces. Certain functions can be adjusted or
skipped if necessary.
— Audi pre sense may be restricted or unavail-
able under certain circumstances, for exam-
ple if:

— There are passengers with unfastened
safety belts
— After turning on the ignition, as long as
the [BJ or indicator light is on.
— When driving in reverse
— The front passenger's airbag is switched
off

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Parking and maneuvering

be displayed. The system automatically suggests
a parking option @.
If the parking space allows different parking op-
tions, they can be selected manually. Press one of
the suggested parking options @ in the center
display.
Starting the parking process
As soon as the vehicle has reached the correct po-
sition, a P will appear in the center display above
the selected parking space @). The roof in the
parking aid display @) may show the required
braking or driving direction.
> Keep the vehicle as parallel as possible to the
parked vehicles or to the side of the road.
> Make sure that the parking space is suitable for
your vehicle >@.
> Start the assisted parking process > page 184.
Maneuvering area
The vehicle can go off course during the parking
process > A\. If there are obstacles within the
maneuvering area that block or endanger the
parking process, for example on the opposite
side of the street, a message may appear. You
may need to drive farther forward and stay closer
to the row of parking spaces.

ZA WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The driver is always responsible when enter-
ing or exiting a parking space and during
similar maneuvers.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which
the surrounding area cannot be detected.
Objects, animals, and people may only be
detected with limitations may not be detect-
ed at all. Always monitor the traffic and the
vehicle's surroundings directly and do not
become distracted.

@) Note
— Parking spaces classified as suitable by the
system may have been detected incorrectly.
The driver must decide if the parking space
displayed is suitable for the vehicle.
— Certain conditions near the parking space
may cause the parking process to fail, such
as if the parking space is near trees or posts,
or if the ground is covered, for example,
with gravel, snow, or ice.
(i) Tips
— If you did not drive past a suitable parking
space
too quickly, the parking space search
can also be activated afterward by pressing
Pe.
—The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC)
must not be switched off during the parking
process. If the ESC intervenes, the parking
process
will be canceled.
— You can also drive into a perpendicular park-
ing space yourself and then activate the sys-
tem. If this is the case, the front of the vehi-
cle should already be in the space @)
=> page 182, fig. 143 so that the sensors
can measure the space.
— You cannot park with the parking assist sys-
tems when you are towing a trailer or have
the connector inserted in the trailer socket.
— The system is not available when certain as-
sist systems are switched on.
—If there are suitable parking spaces on both
sides of the street, for example on a one-
way street, you can change the side where
the system is searching for parking spaces
by activating the turn signal for the other
side or by pressing on that side in the center
display.
— The park systems do not provide support for
assisted parking on tight curves.
Park assist
General information
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
The park assist helps you when parking and exit-
ing parking spaces after the parking space
search. The park assist takes over the steering of
the vehicle while the driver accelerates, brakes,
and monitors the vehicle's surroundings. Park as-
sist can be interrupted at any time.
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ZA\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The driver is always responsible when enter-
ing or exiting a parking space and during
similar maneuvers.
— Do not use this function if the vehicle cannot
move freely, for example when on a vehicle
jack.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which
the surrounding area cannot be detected.
Objects, animals, and people may only be
detected with limitations may not be detect-
ed at all. Always monitor the traffic and the
vehicle's surroundings directly and do not
become distracted.

@) Note
— Do not use the park assist systems when
transporting cargo that extends out of the
vehicle, when snow chains are mounted, or
when the parking space is on a hill or in-
cline.
— Park assist guides the vehicle either away
from curbs or onto them if other vehicles
are parked on the curb. Make sure that your
vehicle's tires and rims are not damaged.
Resume control of the vehicle in time or
stop the parking process if needed to pre-
vent damage.
G) Tips
Follow the legal regulations in the country
where you are located when using Park assist.
dem Re eee
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Requirement: a suitable parking space must be
found and selected > page 181. The vehicle must
initially be stationary.
In the center display, arrows and symbols on the
vehicle roof @) > page 182, fig. 145 indicate
what action is needed, such as applying the
brakes or changing the direction. Park assist au-
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tomatically steers the vehicle into the parking
space while the driver presses the pedals.
> After stopping the vehicle briefly, make sure
the actual direction the vehicle is traveling
matches the direction indicated by the park as-
sist.
> Remove your hands from the steering wheel.
>» Pay attention to the path of the vehicle. If the
traffic situation permits, accelerate carefully
> AX. The maximum parking speed is approxi-
mately 4 mph (7 km/h).
> Follow the visual instructions in the center dis-
play and the warning tones until the parking
process
has ended.

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The park assist is an assist system. The driv-
er is still responsible for monitoring the ve-
hicle's surroundings and preventing colli-
sions when using the system.
— When using park assist to drive into or out
of a parking space, the steering wheel turns
quickly on its own. Reaching into the steer-
ing wheel spokes while this is happening can
result in injury.
G) Tips
You can also cancel the driving direction set
by the system by shifting between a forward
gear and reverse gear. Based on the position
of the vehicle, the system then calculates the
additional steering and driving directions for
maneuvering.
ten Lei ek ace
Applies to: vehicles with park assist

If you parked the vehicle in a parallel parking
space, park assist can help you drive out of it.
Park assist automatically steers the vehicle out of
the parking space while the driver presses the
pedals.
» Start the engine.
> Press the Pe button in the center console.

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Parking and maneuvering

> Wait until a message appears in the center dis-
play that specifies the direction of travel re-
quired to exit the parking space.
> Activate the turn signal on the desired side or
press that side next to the vehicle in the center
display.
» Make sure the actual direction the vehicle is
traveling matches the direction indicated by the
park assist. In the center display, arrows and
symbols on the vehicle roof (2) > page 182,
fig. 145 indicate what action is needed, such as
applying the brakes or changing the direction.
» Remove your hands from the steering wheel.
>» Pay attention to the path of the vehicle. If the
traffic situation permits, accelerate carefully
> AX. The maximum speed for exiting a parking
space is 3 mph (5 km/h).
> Follow the visual instructions in the display and
the warning tones until the vehicle has finished
exiting the parking space.
> The process of exiting the parking space has
ended if additional corrective movements are
no longer necessary and the specified steering
wheel angle is sufficient to drive out of the
parking space. Resume control of the steering
wheel >@).

Z\ WARNING
— Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
— The park assist is an assist system. The driv-
er is still responsible for monitoring the ve-
hicle's surroundings and preventing colli-
sions when using the system.
— When using park assist to drive into or out
of a parking space, the steering wheel turns
quickly on its own. Reaching into the steer-
ing wheel spokes while this is happening can

result in injury.

@) Note
Resume steering immediately after the last
corrective movement and the takeover
prompt, so that the specified steering wheel
angle is not recentered.
Interrupting the park assists
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Park assist will be canceled automatically in the
following scenarios:
— You switch the system off.
— You start steering.
— The speed is too high.
—The time limit is exceeded.
— An obstacle is detected.
— ESC intervenes.
Resume control of the vehicle, end the parking
process manually, or:
— You can resume the parking process in some sit-
uations. Press the Pe button in the center con-
sole.
— To continue exiting the parking space, switch
the engine off and on. Press the Pe button.

Z\ WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 141.
Messages
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
If the prof i Pg Pa| indicator light turns on, the
park assist is not available or was interrupted.

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 143 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.
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Radio

Radio
General information
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Fig. 160 Center display: SiriusXM station list
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the radio
may support the FM, AM, and SiriusXM (satellite
radio) frequency bands. Using the HD Radio re-
ceiver* also allows you to receive radio stations
on the FM and AM bands in digital format.
Depending on the vehicle equipment and the se-
lected station list, the following information will
be displayed:
@ Station list
Shows the stations that are currently availa-
ble. The station list updates automatically.
@ Stations
For example, the station name may be dis-
played depending on availability.
@ HD Radio technology
FM/AM stations that can be received by digi-
tal radio are marked with the HD Radio tech-
nology symbol H).
If reception quality declines, the radio auto-
matically switches to the analog FM/AM sta-
tion depending on availability.
@ Additional audio programs
Digital HD Radio stations may contain multi-
ple additional audio programs. If you lose re-
ception, the additional audio programs will
be muted since they can no longer be re-
ceived.
© Radio ID
Your radio ID and contact data for your satel-
lite radio provider are displayed.
Channel number
% No reception e®
The station cannot be received.
In addition to the symbols for the usual frequen-
cy bands, the following information may also be
available depending on vehicle equipment:

Symbol | Description

The station provides information in
the background for an online station
alternative. Online station tracking
must be switched on for this
=> page 223.

The station is received through the In-
ternet.

The system attempts to receive the
station/podcast through the Internet.
G@) Tips
— Contact the SiriusXM* provider if you would
like to receive satellite programming.
— Buildings, tunnels, bridges, open areas, oth-
er vehicles or objects on the vehicle roof can
affect reception.
— Satellite radio* is not available in all re-
gions.
Adjusting the radio using the MMI
> Applies to: MMI: To set a frequency band, select
on the home screen: RADIO > Source a catego-
ry.
> Applies to: MMI: To set a station, select on the
home screen: RADIO > Source > a category >a
station/podcast*.
> To select a frequency, follow the instructions
under > page 219, Free text search.
Adjusting the radio using the multifunction
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Requirement: radio mode must be on.


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