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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 10Instruments and warning/indicator lampsInstrumentsInstrument cluster overview
The instrument cluster is the driver's information centre.Fig. 2 Instrument cluster
Engine oil temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rev counter incorporating digital clock and date . . . .
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer with mileage recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjuster/test button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driver information system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reset button for trip recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The needles on the dials in the instrument cluster are illuminated
when the ignition is switched on. The main instrument lighting (for
the dials and needles) comes on when the vehicle's lights are
switched on.
Engine oil temperature gaugeThe engine oil temperature gauge ⇒fig. 2 only works when the igni-
tion is switched on. In order to avoid possible damage to the engine,
please read the following notes for the different temperature
ranges.
Engine cold
If the needle is still in the lower range of the dial, this indicates that
the engine oil has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid
high engine speeds, full acceleration and heavy engine loads.
Normal temperature
In normal operation the needle will settle somewhere in the centre
of the dial once the engine has reached operating temperature. The
needle may also go further up when the engine is working hard at
high outside temperatures. This is no cause for concern provided
the warning lamp

in the display does not start flashing.
Warning lamp

If the symbol

in the display flashes, either the engine oil temper-
ature is too high, or the engine oil level is too low ⇒page 157.
If the needle is at the top end of the dial, this means the engine oil
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
wait for it to cool down. If the warning lamp starts flashing again
after just a short distance, contact a qualified workshop.
A1
10
A2
11, 12
A3
15
A4
12
A5
13
A6
13
A7
14
A8
12, 34
A9
20
A10
13
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps11
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data
Rev counter
The rev counter indicates the number of engine revolu-
tions per minute.You should select a lower gear if the engine speed drops below
1500 rpm. The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the
maximum engine speed which may be used briefly when the engine
is warm and after it has been run in properly. However, it is advisable
to change up a gear or lift your foot off the accelerator (or shift out
of the R tronic sport mode) before the needle reaches the red zone.
Caution
Never allow the rev counter needle ⇒page 10, fig. 2 to go into
the red zone on the scale for more than a very brief period: there is
a risk of damaging the engine. The start of the red zone on the dial
is different for some engine versions.Radio-controlled clockWhen the clock is in “radio-control” mode the signal recep-
tion symbol (a radio tower with radio waves) appears in the
display ⇒fig. 3. It is then not possible to change the
minutes or the date manually. If you take your vehicle into a different time zone, the hour display will need to be
adjusted manually to local time using the adjuster button.
Setting the time zone
– Keep pulling the button ⇒fig. 3 briefly until the time
zone display flashes (select setting “0” if you do not wish
to change the time zone).
– Then turn the button to the left (to set an earlier time
zone: -1/-2) or to the right (to set a later time zone: +1/+2).
Switching date display on and off
– Keep pulling the button briefly until the date display
flashes.
– Then turn the button to the left or right.
When the display stops flashing, this means the setting you are
performing is completed and the time zone has been successfully
stored.
If the clock does not receive a radio signal for three consecutive
days, it will automatically switch to “quartz” mode. The signal recep-
tion symbol will then disappear. If you need to reset the time and
date, proceed as described on ⇒page 12.
A2
Fig. 3 Detail of the
instrument cluster:
Display with signal
reception symbol, time
and date
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 12Digital clock with date display
The vehicle is equipped with either a radio-controlled
clock or a normal quartz clock with date display.The time and date are set using the button ⇒fig. 4.
Setting the hour
– Pull the adjuster button (the hour display will flash). Then
turn the button to the left or right to alter the hour.
Setting the minutes
– Keep pulling the button briefly until the minutes display
flashes.
– Then turn the button to the left or right accordingly.
Setting time format (12 or 24 hour display)
– Keep pulling the button briefly until the time format
display flashes.
– Then turn the button to the left or right.Setting the date
– Keep pulling the button briefly until the day, month or
year flashes.
– Then turn the button to the left or right.
When the display stops flashing, this means the setting you are
performing is completed and the time and date have been success-
fully stored.
When the ignition is switched off, the display illumination can be
switched on for a few seconds by pressing the adjuster/test button
⇒page 10, fig. 2 .Coolant temperature gaugeThe coolant temperature gauge ⇒page 10, fig. 2 only works
when the ignition is switched on. In order to avoid possible damage
to the engine, please read the following notes for the different
temperature ranges.
Engine cold
If the needle is still on the left of the dial, this indicates that the
engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high
engine speeds, full acceleration and heavy engine loads.
Normal temperature
In normal operation the needle will settle somewhere in the centre
of the dial once the engine has reached operating temperature. The
needle may also go further over to the right when the engine is
working hard at high outside temperatures. This is no cause for
concern provided the warning lamp in the display
 does not start
flashing.
Fig. 4 Detail of the
instrument cluster:
Digital clock and date
display
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A4
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps13
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data Warning lamp

If the symbol
 flashes in the display, this means that either the
coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low
⇒page 35.
If the needle is over to the far right on the dial, this means the
coolant temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle, switch off the
engine and wait for it to cool down. If the warning lamp starts
flashing again after just a short distance, contact a qualified work-
shop.
WARNING
•
Before opening the engine lid and checking the coolant level,
please observe the warning information on ⇒page 155, “Working
on components in the engine compartment”.
•
Never open the engine lid if you can see or hear steam or
coolant escaping from the engine compartment; there is a risk of
being scalded. Wait until you can no longer see or hear escaping
steam or coolant.Caution
•
Additional lights and other accessories in front of the air inlet
reduce the cooling effect of the radiator. At high outside tempera-
tures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the engine over-
heating.
•
The front spoiler also ensures proper distribution of the cooling
air when the vehicle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged this can
reduce the cooling effect, which could cause the engine to overheat.
You should obtain professional assistance.
Fuel gaugeThe gauge only works when the ignition is switched on. When the
needle reaches the reserve zone, the symbol
 lights up in the instrument cluster display ⇒page 36. At this point there are still
about 10 litres of fuel left in the tank. This is your reminder to fill up
soon.
The tank capacity of your vehicle is given in the Technical data
section ⇒page 198.
Caution
Never run the tank completely dry. If there is an irregular fuel supply,
misfiring can occur. This allows unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust
system, which could cause overheating and damage the catalytic
converter.Speedometer with mileage recorder
This instrument indicates the speed of the vehicle and the
distance travelled.The mileage is normally stated in kilometres (km). On some models,
however, the mileage recorder will show miles.
Lower mileage recorder (odometer)
The lower counter records the vehicle's total mileage.
Fig. 5 Detail of the
instrument cluster:
Mileage recorder with
reset button
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 18If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or
flickers when the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in
the system. This is also the case if the warning lamp does not light
up when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING
If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immedi-
ately by a qualified workshop. If this is neglected, there is a risk
that the airbag system and/or belt tensioners may not be acti-
vated in an accident.Alternator

The warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator or in
the vehicle's electrical system.The warning lamp
 lights up when the ignition is switched on. It
should go out when the engine starts running.
If the warning lamp  lights up when you are driving, you can
normally continue as far as the nearest qualified workshop.
However, you should avoid using electrical equipment that is not
absolutely necessary because this will drain the battery.
Caution
If the coolant warning lamp
 in the instrument display lights up
as well while driving ⇒page 35, stop the vehicle immediately and
switch off the engine. In this case the coolant pump is no longer
being driven, and there is a risk of engine damage.
Seat belt warning lamp

The warning lamp acts as a reminder to fasten the seat
belts.After switching on the ignition, the warning lamp
 will remain lit
until the driver has fastened his seat belt. When the vehicle has
gathered speed you will also hear a warning chime.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒page 109.
Brake system

The warning lamp flashes if the brake fluid level is too low
or if there is a fault in the ABS system.If the warning lamp
 flashes (and the handbrake is not applied),
stop the vehicle and obtain professional assistance ⇒.
If a failure should occur in the ABS, the ABS warning lamp
 will
light up together with the brake warning lamp
 ⇒.
Handbrake applied
The warning lamp
 also lights up when the handbrake is applied.
If you drive by mistake with the handbrake still applied, you will hear
a warning buzzer.
WARNING
•
If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up
when driving, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low – this
may cause an increased accident risk. Stop the vehicle and do not
drive on. You should obtain professional assistance.
•
If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS
warning lamp, this can mean that the control function of the ABS
is out of action. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively
easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps19
Controls
Safety
Driving tips
General maintenance
Self-help
Technical data sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and
have the fault rectified.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

The warning lamp monitors the ABS and the electronic
differential lock (EDL).The warning lamp
 lights up for a few seconds when the ignition
is switched on and while the engine is being started. The lamp goes
out again once the system has run through an automatic test
sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
•
the warning lamp
 does not light up when the ignition is
switched on,
•
the warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds,
•
the warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving.
The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way (except that the
ABS control function is out of action). Please take the vehicle to a
qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further information on
the ABS ⇒page 132.
If a fault occurs in the ABS, the ESP warning lamp will also light up.
Fault in the main brake system
If the ABS warning lamp
 lights up together with the brake
warning lamp
 ⇒page 35, this indicates a fault in the ABS func-
tion, and possibly a malfunction in the main brake system as well
⇒.
If there is a malfunction in the brake system the symbol
 will light
up in the instrument cluster. Please refer to ⇒page 18.Fault on the electronic differential lock (EDL)
The EDL works in conjunction with the ABS. If a malfunction should
occur in the EDL, this is indicated by the ABS warning lamp
.
Please take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
For further information on the EDL ⇒page 132.
WARNING
•
If the brake warning lamp
 lights up together with the ABS
warning lamp
, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low
and this may cause an accident. Stop the vehicle and do not drive
on. You should obtain professional assistance.
•
If the brake fluid level is OK, the fault in the brake system may
have been caused by a failure of the ABS control function. As a
result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This
could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid sideways. Drive carefully
to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.
WARNING (continued)
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Driver information system 30Switching the display between lap timer and on-board computerYou can call up information from the on-board computer
while the stopwatch of the lap timer is running.
Calling up the on-board computer
– Briefly press the button to display the on-board
computer. You can now use the on-board computer in
the usual way.
Calling up the lap timer
– Keep pressing the button until the lap timer
⇒page 28, fig. 22 appears.Finishing the session and evaluating or resetting lap timesAfter evaluating the lap times, you can reset the lap timer
data or continue recording further laps ⇒page 31.Finishing the lap time session
– When you cross the start/finish line, press the top part of
the rocker switch to store the final lap time. The new lap
time (which always starts simultaneously) will not be
recorded if you now evaluate the lap times.
Evaluating lap times
– Press the button for about two seconds. A
summary of key lap times appears in the display.
Resetting the lap timer
– While the overall results are shown in the display
⇒fig. 27, press and hold the button for at least
two seconds to reset all data of the lap timer to zero.
Overall lap time results
The display will show ⇒fig. 27:
the fastest lap time

the slowest lap time
Ø the average lap timeNote
•
Recorded lap times cannot be deleted individually from the
overall results.
•
In addition to the overall results ⇒fig. 27, the lap timer will only
display the recorded times for the last lap and last lap but one
⇒page 29, fig. 25.
•
The data recorded in the lap timer remain stored after the igni-
tion is switched off.
•
The session can be resumed later ⇒page 31.
•
All the data will remain stored in the lap timer unless the driver
deliberately resets the lap timer.
ResetRESET
Fig. 27 Display:
Fastest, slowest and
average lap times
Reset
Reset
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Driver information system 38The message disappears after 5 seconds. Press the adjuster/test
button ⇒page 10, fig. 2 briefly if you wish to call up the message
again.
If the display indicates that one of the lights is not working, this can
have a number of causes:•
Bulb failure ⇒page 193.
•
A “blown” fuse ⇒page 190, “Changing fuses”.
•
Defective electrical wiring.
Have the components replaced or the wiring repaired as necessary
by a qualified workshop.
WARNING
•
Bulbs are sensitive to pressure. The glass can break when you
touch the bulb, causing injury.
•
Incorrect handling of the high-voltage element of xenon gas-
discharge bulbs can have potentially fatal consequences.
Brake light failure

If the symbol
 or the text BRAKE LIGHT lights up, check the
following components:
•
Brake light bulbs
•
Wiring connections
•
Brake light switch
Have the components repaired or replaced by a qualified workshop.Note
The brake light switch is only tested during the initial systems check
after starting the engine.
Applies to vehicles: with light sensor/ rain sensorLight sensor/rain sensor

This indicator lamp comes on if the automatic headlights/
automatic wipers are defective.If the
 symbol appears, this means that the light sensor/ rain
sensor is not functioning. For safety reasons, the dipped beam
headlights will then be switched on permanently when the light
switch is set to the AUTO position. However, you can still switch the
lights on and off in the normal way with the light switch. If the rain
sensor is defective, the functions operated via the windscreen wiper
lever will still be available. You should have the light sensor/ rain
sensor checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Applies to vehicles: with R tronicSelector lever defective
 and

  Selector lever defective! No R gear!
If these symbols light up, there is a fault in the R tronic selector
lever. The indicators on the selector lever will go out or flash. It is no
longer possible to engage reverse gear. If you were using the
gearbox in manual mode, it will switch back to automatic mode.
You can continue to change gear manually. Starting in neutral (N),
pull the paddle lever on the steering wheel to engage first gear.
The gearbox will now remain in manual mode and you can select the
gears using the paddle levers.
You should have the selector lever checked by a qualified workshop
as soon as possible.
Applies to vehicles: with R tronicClutch overheating
 and

  Clutch is overheating ! If possible please stop vehicle.
A8
A+
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Doors and windows 42
– Take the used battery out of the cover.
– Insert the new battery. Make sure that the “+” symbol on
the battery is facing downwards. The correct polarity is
indicated on the cover.
– After inserting the battery, align the cover and key and
press the two parts together.
For the sake of the environmentUsed batteries must be disposed of appropriately and must not be
discarded with ordinary household waste.
Note
The new battery must be of the same type as the original one.Electronic immobiliser
The immobiliser is designed to prevent unauthorised
persons from driving the vehicle.An electronic chip inside the key automatically deactivates the
immobiliser when the ignition is switched on. When the ignition is
switched off after coming to a stop the electronic immobiliser is
activated automatically.
If an uncoded key is used, SAFE will appear continuously in the
mileage recorder display.
Note
•
The engine can only be started using an original Audi key with
the correct code.
•
It may not be possible to start the engine with the key if there is
another ignition key from a different make of vehicle on the same
key ring.
Central locking systemDescription
The central locking system allows both doors to be locked
and unlocked simultaneously.The central locking system on your vehicle locks and unlocks both
doors simultaneously.
The remote control key locks and unlocks the vehicle by means of a
radio signal ⇒page 43.
Locking and unlocking the vehicle using the key
In addition to the other functions, you can lock and unlock the
vehicle in the normal way by turning the key in the driver's door lock.
However, please note that when you unlock the vehicle with the key,
this only unlocks the mechanical lock on the doors set in the menu
display ⇒page 24. In order to switch off the anti-theft alarm, you
must insert the key in the ignition lock and switch on the ignition
within 15 seconds after opening the driver's door. The alarm will be
set off if the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds.
When you lock the vehicle, this automatically locks both of the doors
and activates the anti-theft alarm.
Windows
The windows can be opened or closed together via the central
locking system ⇒page 43.
Deadlock mechanism
The central locking system is combined with a deadlock mecha-
nism. Once the vehicle has been locked from the outside, the door
handles on the inside are deactivated. This makes it more difficult
to break into the vehicle.
However, it is also possible to lock the vehicle without activating the
deadlock mechanism.
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Doors and windows 50Electric windowsControls
The driver can operate all the electric windows in the
vehicle.The electric windows are controlled by two-stage switches:
Opening the windows
– Press the switch as far as the first stop and hold it until
the window has moved to the desired position.
– Press the switch briefly to the second stop: the window
will automatically open all the way.Closing the windows
– Pull the switch as far as the first stop and hold it until the
window has moved to the desired position.
– Pull the switch briefly to the second stop: the window will
automatically close all the way.
WARNING
•
Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle - even if
you only intend to be gone for a short time. This is especially
important if children are left in the car. They might otherwise be
able to start the engine or use power-operated equipment such as
the electric windows - this could lead to injuries. The window
switches are only deactivated when the driver's door or the front
passenger's door is opened.
•
Always be careful when closing the windows. Careless use of
the electric windows can cause severe injuries.
•
When locking the vehicle from the outside, make sure that
nobody is inside the vehicle, as the windows cannot be opened
from the inside in an emergency.Note
•
When the doors are opened the windows will automatically
come down approximately 10 mm.
•
You can also open the windows using the remote control key
⇒page 43.
Possible malfunctionsThe one-touch open and close function will not work if the battery
has been temporarily disconnected. The function can be restored as
follows:
Fig. 44 Detail of the
driver's door: ControlsFig. 45 Switch on front
passenger's door
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