parking brake AUDI S4 2008 Owners Manual
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Contents
2ContentsNotes on this Owner's
Manual
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Controls
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Controls and displays
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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instruments and
warning/indicator lamps
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Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and indicator lamps . . . . .
Driver information system
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-board computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed warning function . . . . . . . . .
Auto-check control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre pressure monitoring system .
Doors and windows
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Central locking system . . . . . . . . . .
Boot lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child-proof catches . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and vision
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Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clear vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear-view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and storage
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Manual adjustment of front seats
Electric adjustment of front seats
Seat memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage compartment . . . . . . . . .
Roof carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter and electrical
sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-board 230 Volt Euro socket . . .
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . .
Heating and cooling
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Deluxe automatic air conditioner .
Deluxe automatic air conditioner -
basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deluxe automatic air conditioner
plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deluxe automatic air conditioner
plus - basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary heating and auxiliary
ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving
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Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting and stopping the engine
with the advanced key . . . . . . . . . . Electro-mechanical parking brake
Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . .
adaptive cruise control (ACC)
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Speed and distance control system
Driver messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi braking guard . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi lane assist
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Audi lane assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi side assist
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Lane change assist feature . . . . . .
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi drive select
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Adjusting the vehicle set-up . . . . .
Automatic gearbox
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multitronic®, tiptronic (6-speed
gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking aid
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General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi parking system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audi parking system plus . . . . . . . .
Audi parking system advanced . . .
Switching display and acoustic
signals on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HomeLink
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Universal transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . .
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− Switch for electric sun blind . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Control for Audi drive select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electro-mechanical parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustable steering column (hidden behind steering
wheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
− Cruise control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− adaptive crui se control
Bonnet lock release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for releasing the boot lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Note
•
Please refer to the separate operating manual for instructions on
using the Multi Media Interface (MMI).
•
The arrangement of switches and controls on right-hand drive
models* may be slightly different from the layout shown in the illus-
tration ⇒page 8, fig. 1. However, the symbols used to identify the
controls are the same. 64
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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps
16Additional warning and indicator lamps are displayed on vehicles
equipped with the adap tive cruise control* ⇒page 134 .
Note
A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control
⇒page 21 . If a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the
display in the instrument cluster either with a red symbol (priority 1
– serious malfunction) or a yellow symbol (priority 2 – other
malfunction or item requiring attention).Applies to vehicles: with Audi drive selectDynamic steering
If the warning lamp
lights up when you switch on the ignition and
goes out when the engine has starte d, the dynamic steering is acti-
vated.
If the warning lamp stays on after the engine has started, this
indicates a malfunction in the system. You can continue driving
carefully at reduced speed to the next qualified workshop, however
the steering may feel heavier and its response may be more sensi-
tive than usual. In addi tion, it is possible that the steering wheel will
be off centre when driving in a straight line.
WARNING
Have the system malfunction in the dynamic steering repaired by
a qualified workshop as soon as possible – risk of accident.
Note
•
If the warning lamp
flashes, this indicates that the dynamic
steering is being initialised. The message “Dynamic steering: Initial-
ising” ⇒page 36 will appear in the driver information system
display.
•
The stabilisation functions of the dynamic steering ⇒page 222
are not available in the event of a system malfunction.
Applies to vehicles: with petrol engineEngine management
This warning lamp monitors the engine management
system on petrol engines.The
warning lamp (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the
ignition is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly.Note
If the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indi-
cates a fault in the engine management system. The engine should
be serviced by a qualified workshop without delay.Applies to vehicles: with diesel engineGlow plug system
The indicator lamp lights up to show that the glow plugs
are preheating.Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic glow plug system.
The indicator lamp
lights up while the glow plugs are preheating.
If the engine fails to start imm ediately, the glow plugs have not
finished preheating. In this case, keep the clutch pedal depressed
(or keep your foot on the brake if your vehicle has an automatic
gearbox) until the engine starts.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
⇒ page 19
Electro-mechanical parking
brake/Audi hold assist*
⇒page 20
Fault in brake system
⇒page 20
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20When the vehicle has been stationary for an extended period, Audi
hold assist will automatically appl y the parking brake. In this case,
the green symbol
will change to red
.
Electro-mechanical parking brake
This warning lamp monitors the electro-mechanical
parking brake.The warning lamp
lights up when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition on. After the ig nition has been switched off the
lamp will stay on for about 30 seconds. The warning lamp will light
up for about 30 seconds if the parking brake is applied with the igni-
tion switched off.
The warning lamp should go out when the parking brake is released.
If the warning lamp flashes continuously after the parking brake has
been applied , the brake may not be strong enough to hold the
vehicle on a slope. This may be due to the brakes overheating.
Please note the following points:
•
If the gradient is too steep to park the vehicle safely, the display
will show the message Caution: Vehicle parked too steep .
•
In the event of a fault in the parking brake system the symbol
will also appear in the instrument cluster display together with the
message Parking brake! You should have the fault corrected by a
qualified workshop without delay.
Brake system
The warning lamp flashes if the brake fluid level is too low
or if there is a fault in the ABS system or the parking
brake.If the warning lamp
flashes, there is a fault in the brake system.
The symbol
in the instrument cluster display will flash at the same time. You can press the button to obtain a message
explaining the fault
⇒page 32 .
If a failure should occur in the ABS, the ABS warning lamp
will
light up together with the brake warning lamp
⇒ .
WARNING
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Before opening the bonnet and ch ecking the brake fluid level,
observe the warning information on ⇒page 255, “Working on
components in the engine compartment”.
•
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 caus e the tail of the vehicle to skid
sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and
have the fault rectified.
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For example, in the event of an oil pressure malfunction the oil pres-
sure symbol
will appear in the display. In addition, the following
message will appear:
Switch off engine and check oil level
The message will disappear from the display after about 5 seconds.
If required, the message can be called up again by briefly pressing
the button ⇒page 30, fig. 24.
Driver messages and yellow symbols
If a yellow warning symbol appears in the display, it will automati-
cally be accompanied by the corresponding driver message.
For example, if the symbol
appears (windscreen washer fluid
low), the display will also show the message:
Please top up washer fluid
The message will disappear after a few seconds. If required, the
message can be called up again by briefly pressing the
button.
Red symbols
A red symbol warns of a serious malfunction.–Stop the vehicle. – Switch off the engine.
– Check the function displayed.
Obtain professional assist-
ance if necessary.
The red symbols indicate a Priority 1 fault (serious malfunction).
Should a Priority 1 fault occur, a red warning symbol will appear at
the top of the display ⇒fig. 25. The symbol is accompanied by a
driver message giving you more information about the fault. This
symbol is accompanied by three warning chimes. The symbol will
keep flashing until the fault is corrected.
If several Priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols
are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time.
This message will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can call
it up again at any time by pressing the button ⇒page 30 .
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Fig. 25 Display:
Symbol for serious
malfunction
Alternator fault
⇒page 32
Fault in brake system/parking
brake
⇒page 32
Coolant level too low / coolant
temperature too high
⇒page 33
Engine oil pressure too low
⇒page 33
Add engine oil immediately
⇒page 34
Fault in the steering system
⇒page 34
Ignition lock defective
⇒page 34
Tyre pressure monitoring
⇒page 39
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32Alternator fault
If the symbol
flashes in the instrument cluster display, there is an
alternator fault or a fault in the vehicle's electrical system. In addi-
tion, a message will appear. This message will disappear after about
5 seconds, but you can call it up again at any time by pressing the button.
You should normally be able to dr ive to the next available qualified
workshop. However, you should avoid using electrical equipment
that is not absolutely necessary be cause this will drain the battery.
Caution
If the coolant warning lamp
in the instrument display lights up
as well as the alternator warning lamp while driving ⇒page 33 , 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.
Fault in the brake system
A fault in the brake system should be corrected as soon as
possible.If the symbol
flashes in the display, there is a fault in the
brake system. The symbol is accompanied by a driver
message giving you more information about the fault. This
message will disappear after about 5 seconds, but you can
call it up again at any time by pressing the button:
Stop vehicle and check brake fluid level
– Stop the vehicle.
– Check the brake fluid level ⇒ page 262.
– Obtain professional assistance if necessary. Warning! Fault in ABS brake system. Contact
workshop
– Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and
have the fault rectified ⇒.
Parking brake ! Please contact workshop
– If the symbol appears after you switch on the ignition when the vehicle is stationary, please check whether you
can release the parking brake. If this is possible, you
should drive without delay to the nearest qualified work-
shop and have the fault rectified. If the parking brake
cannot be released you should obtain professional
assistance.
– If this symbol should appear while driving, there may be a malfunction in the drive-away assist or the emergency
brake functions. You may not be able to apply the parking
brake. It is also possible that you cannot release the
parking brake after it has been applied. Drive the vehicle
to a qualified workshop and have the fault repaired.
If the ABS fails, the ABS warning lamp
will light up together with
the brake warning symbol
⇒ .
WARNING
•
Before opening the bonnet and ch ecking the brake fluid level,
observe the warning information on ⇒page 255, “Working on
components in the engine compartment”.
•
If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low, this could
result in an accident. Do not drive on. You should obtain profes-
sional 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
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NoteOn some models the speed limit warning 1
and speed limit
warning 2
will also be displayed as yellow symbols. These always
appear as a small symbol at the top of the display ⇒page 28 .
Applies to vehicles: with Audi drive selectDynamic steering
Dynamic steering: system fault
This message and the
symbol will appear if a fault develops in the
system while the vehicle is moving. You can continue driving care-
fully at reduced speed to the next qualified workshop, however the
steering may feel heavier and its response may be more sensitive than usual. In addition, it is possible that the steering wheel will be
off centre when driving in a straight line.
Dynamic steering: initialising
If this message appears and the warning lamp
flashes in the
instrument cluster, this indicates that the dynamic steering is being
initialised. The steering wheel will move slightly after the engine is
started. The dynamic steering may be initialised if the steering
wheel was moved while the vehicle was stopped. The warning lamp
will go out when the initialisation has been completed.
WARNING
Have the system malfunction in the dynamic steering repaired by
a qualified workshop as soon as possible – risk of accident.
Note
The stabilisation functions of the dynamic steering ⇒page 222 are
not available in the event of a system malfunction.Applies to vehicles: with advanced keyKey not in vehicle
Key not in vehicle
This message will appear together with the symbol
if the remote
control key is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running.
This is to remind you not to continue driving without the key (for
example if you change drivers).
If the remote control key is not in the vehicle you will not be able to
switch on the ignition or restar t the engine after it has been
switched off. You will also not be able to lock the vehicle from the
outside.
Dynamic headlight range con-
trol* defective
⇒ page 39
Battery in remote control key
⇒page 44
Electro-mechanical
parking brake
⇒page 123
adaptive light* defective
⇒page 39
Ignition lock defective
⇒page 39
Windscreen wiper defective
⇒page 39
Suspension control
⇒page 39
TPMS
Tyre pressure monitoring sys-
tem
⇒page 39
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start running again after some time
if the coolant temperature rises
due to a build-up of heat, or if the engine is hot and the engine
compartment is heated up further by direct sunlight.
Electro-mechanical parking brakeOperation
The electro-mechanical parking brake replaces the hand-
brake.– Pull switch ⇒fig. 132 to apply the parking brake. The
indicator lamp in the switch will light up.
– Depress the brake or accelerator pedal and press the switch at the same time to release the parking brake. The
indicator lamp in the switch will go out.Your vehicle is equipped with an electro-mechanical parking brake.
The parking brake replaces the co nventional handbrake, and is
mainly intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling away acciden-
tally.
However, the electro-mechanical pa rking brake also offers a number
of convenience and safety features in addition to the functions of a
normal handbrake. When driving away
•
The parking brake auto release function releases the parking
brake automatically when you wish to start moving ⇒page 122,
“Driving away from a standstill”.
•
When driving away on a gradient, the parking brake auto release
function prevents the vehicle from rolling back unintentionally. The
braking force of the parking brake is only released when there is
enough power at the wheels to make the vehicle move in the desired
direction.
Emergency braking function
An emergency braking function enables you to stop the vehicle even
if the conventional foot brake should fail to work ⇒page 123,
“Emergency braking function”.
Warning and indicator lamps
•
The warning lamps
in the instrument cluster and in the switch
light up when the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switched on .
•
The warning lamps
in the instrument cluster and switch light
up for approximately 20 seconds when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition switched off .
WARNING
Never press the accelerator pedal or release the clutch inadvert-
ently if a gear is engaged or if the selector lever is not in position
P or N (on automatic vehicles) while the vehicle is stationary with
the engine running. The vehicl e could otherwise start moving
immediately and possibly cause an accident.
Caution
If the symbol
flashes in the centre display, or if the warning lamp
flashes in the instrument cluster, there is a fault in the brake
system. You can press the button to obtain a message
explaining the faul t. If the message Parking brake ! appears, there is
Fig. 132 Centre
console: Parking brake
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122a fault in the parking brake. Have the fault repaired by a qualified
workshop without delay ⇒page 32 .
Note
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The parking brake can be applied at any time - even when the
ignition is switched off. However, the ignition must be switched on
before the parking brake can be released.
•
Any slight noise which may be heard when the parking brake is
applied or released is quite normal and no cause for concern.
•
The parking brake runs an automatic test cycle at regular inter-
vals when the vehicle is parked. This may also cause a slight noise,
which is normal.
Parking
Please note the following points to ensure there is no risk
of the car rolling away accidentally after it is parked.Parking t he c ar
– Use the foot brake to stop the vehicle.
– Pull the switch to apply the parking brake.
– Automatic gearbox: Move the selector lever to P.
– Switch off the engine ⇒ .
– Manual gearbox: Engage the first gear.
When parking on slopes
– Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle would roll into
the kerb if it did start to move accidentally.
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, releas e the parking brake or use power-
operated equipment such as the elec tric windows - this could lead
to injuries.
•
Do not leave anyone (especially chi ldren) in the vehicle when it
is locked. Locked doors could delay assistance in an emergency,
potentially putting lives at risk.
Driving away from a standstill
The parking brake auto release function releases the
parking brake automatically when you wish to start
moving.Applying the parking brake when stopping
– Pull the switch to apply the parking brake.
Releasing the parking brake when driving away
– Drive off in the normal way: the parking brake will be released automatically and the vehicle will start moving.On vehicles with automatic gearbox, you can apply the parking
brake when stopping at traffic lights, etc. Then you do not have to
hold the car with the footbrake, as the parking brake will stop it
creeping forward while a gear is engaged in the automatic transmis-
sion. When you drive off in the normal way, the parking brake will be
released automatically and the vehicle will start moving.
Driving away on a slope
When driving away on a gradient, the parking brake auto release
function prevents the vehicle from rolling back unintentionally. The
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braking force of the parking brake is only released when there is
enough power at the wheels to make the vehicle move in the desired
direction.
Note
For safety reasons the parking brake will only release automatically
if the driver's seat belt
is engaged in its buckle.Driving away when towing a trailer
Please note the following po ints to prevent the vehicle
from rolling back unintentionally on a gradient.– Pull and hold the parking brake switch and press the
accelerator. The parking brake will remain engaged and
prevent any tendency to roll back down the slope.
– You can release the parking brake switch as soon as the engine is delivering enough power to the wheels.Depending on the weight of the vehicle and trailer and the steep-
ness of the slope, there may be a tendency to roll back downhill
when driving away from a standstill. You can prevent this by pulling
out the parking brake switch as you press the accelerator (in the
same way as with a conventional handbrake).Emergency braking function
This feature enables you to stop the vehicle if the main
brake system should fail or if the pedal is obstructed.– Pull out and hold the parkin g brake switch to stop the
vehicle with the parking brake in an emergency.
– The brakes will be released immediately if you release the switch or press down the accelerator.
If you pull out and hold the park ing brake switch at a road speed
above about 8 km/h, this will initiate an emergency brake applica-
tion. The brakes are then applied hy draulically at all four wheels.
The effect is the same as an emergency stop (full brake application)
⇒
To prevent the emergency braking function from being used acci-
dentally, a warning buzzer sounds when the switch is operated. The
brakes are released immediately when you release the switch or
press down the accelerator.
WARNING
You should only use the emergency braking function in a real
emergency, for example if the brake system should fail or if the
brake pedal is obstructed. If you use the emergency braking func-
tion by activating the parking brak e switch, the effect is similar to
a full brake application (emergenc y stop). Please remember that
the ESP (with its combined ABS, EDL and traction control func-
tions) is still subject to certain physical limits. In a corner or in bad
road or weather conditions an emergency stop can cause the
vehicle to skid or lose steering control.Driver messages in the instrument cluster displayCaution: Vehicle parked too steep
This message can appear when you apply the parking brake if the
car is parked on a gradient steeper than about 30%.
In this case the parking brake may not be strong enough to prevent
the vehicle from rolling back accidentally.
Please release parking brake
However, please remember that, for safety reasons, the parking
brake will only release automatically if the driver's seat belt is
buckled.
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