lights AUDI S4 2020 Owners Manual
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Table of contents
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Starting and driving.............
Personalization..................
Opening and closing.............
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Storage areas and compartments....... 78
Luggage compartment............... 79
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Warm and cold.................65 87
Climate control system.............0. 87
3-zone deluxe automatic climate control. 88
Steering wheel heating............... 90
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Electromechanical parking brake....... 102
Special driving situations.............. 104
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Audi drive select...............000005 106
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Quick access
@0 Center armrest with storage com-
partment. Depending on vehicle
equipment, it may have:
— Audi music interface .......... 196
—Audi phone box ............... 160
— Starting the engine when there is
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@) Electromechanical parking brake
BUGEON sieves so emene @ oe ent oo eecnie 102
@ Selector lever (automatic transmis-
SION) seve & # sere & o ES Go OE GB 94
@3 Storage compartment .......... 78
@) [START ENGINE STOP]button .... 92
@) Audi music interface ............ 196
@8 Steering wheel adjustment ...... 62
@) Lever for:
— Cruise control system ......... 123
— Audi adaptive cruise control .... 127
Button for switching the head-up
display on/off, adjusting the height . 23
Instrument illumination ......... 52
Connection port for the On Board
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Diagnostic System (OBD) ........ 269
Light switch ......... 0... e ee eee 48
Hoodireleased « a asics x x wosne x x smasain 215
Buttons for:
—All-weather lights ............ 48
—Rear fog lights ..............- 48
G4 Luggage compartment lid button . 36
65) Exterior mirror adjustment ...... 52
G8) Buttons for:
— Power windows .............. 42
—Child safety lock .............. 41
@ Tips
Some the equipment listed here is only instal-
led in certain models or is available as an op-
tion.
Indicator lights overview
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal-
functions. Some warning and indicator lights
turn on when you switch the ignition on and must
turn off when the engine is running or while driv-
ing.
With some indicator lights, messages may ap-
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica-
tor lights and messages may be covered by other
displays. To show them again, select the second
tab for messages with the multifunction steering
wheel © page 12.
Some indicator lights in the display can display in
several colors.
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If the A or A indicator light turns on, check
the message in the instrument cluster.
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The following indicator lights may be available,
depending on the vehicle equipment:
Red indicator lights
Central indicator light
=> page 7,
Audi pre sense
=> page 139,
Instrument cluster
=> page 11
Safety belt
=> page 66
Transmission
=> page 97
Drive system
=> page 97
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Brake system
=> page 102, > page 103,
=> page 222
Brake system
=> page 102, > page 103,
=> page 222
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Quick access
Electromechanical parking brake
=> page 103
Steering
=> page 107
Steering lock
=> page 107
Brake system
=> page 102
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 109
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=> page 109
Air suspension
=> page 107
Electrical system
=> page 222
Engine oil level (MIN)
=>page 217
Electronic Stabilization Control
(ESC)
=>page 110
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
=>page 110
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
=>page 110
Engine oil pressure
=> page 217
Cooling system
=> page 220
Hood
=>page 215
Distance warning
Steering lock
=> page 136
=> page 107
All wheel drive
=> page 108
Safe start monitor
=> page 132,
Driver intervention request
=> page 133 Suspension control
>
Active lane assist page 107
=> page 137 Air suspension
> 107
Steering intervention request L page
=>page 135
Audi pre sense
=> page 140
Yellow indicator lights
Engine speed limitation
=> page 13
Tank system
=> page 211
Electrical system
=> page 222
Engine oil level (MIN)
=>page 217
Engine oil level (MAX)
=>page 217
Central indicator light
=> page 7
Safety systems
=> page 68
Transmission
> page 97 Engine oil sensor
=> page 217
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
=> page 213
Washer fluid level
=> page 226
Drive system
=> page 99
Engine start system
=> page 93
Keys
=> page 93
Engine warm-up request
=> page 217
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Quick access
Windshield wipers
=> page 57
Parking aid plus
=> page 148
Park assist
=> page 157
Rear cross-traffic assist
=>page 152
Tire pressure
=> page 245
Tire pressure
=>page 245
Bulb failure indicator
=> page 50
Adaptive light
=> page 50
Light/rain sensor
=> page 50, > page 57
Door lock
=> page 32
Battery in vehicle key
=> page 36
Distance warning
=> page 136
Side assist
=> page 145;
Exit warning
=>page 145
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 134,
Traffic jam assist
=> page 134
Steering intervention request
=> page 135, > page 138
Audi active lane assist
=> page 139
Audi pre sense
=> page 143
Emergency call function
=>page 175
Other indicator lights
Start/Stop system
=> page 99
Turn signals
= page 49
Low beam headlight
=> page 48
Parking light
=> page 48
Cruise control system
=> page 123
Cruise control system
=> page 123
Efficiency assist
=> page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Efficiency assist
>page 124
Efficiency assist
=>page 124
Audi adaptive cruise control
> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=>page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=> page 128
Audi adaptive cruise control
=>page 128
Traffic jam assist
=> page 134
High beams
=>page 49
High beam assistant
=> page 49
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Instrument cluster
Switching the view
Applies to: Audi virtual cockpit
> Press the VIEW button to switch between the
default view @ and the enhanced view (2).
Adjusting the layout
Applies to: Audi virtual cockpit
Depending on the vehicle equipment, various lay-
outs may be available.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Virtual
cockpit.
> To adjust the desired layout, press @).
Adjusting the additional display
Applies to: Audi virtual cockpit
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the addi-
tional displays that can be selected may vary.
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Virtual
cockpit > Configure.
> Select the desired additional display.
Reducing the display
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can
hide the central area in the instrument cluster.
>» Select on the instrument cluster: vehicle func-
tions tab > EE] button > Reduced display, or
> Press the VIEW button on the multifunction
steering wheel.
Coolant temperature
display
Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument cluster
The coolant temperature display @) > page 11
only functions when the ignition is switched on.
To reduce the risk of engine damage, please ob-
serve the following notes about the temperature
ranges.
Cold range
If only the LEDs at the bottom of the gauge turn
on, the engine has not reached operating tem-
perature yet. Avoid high engine speeds, full accel-
eration, and heavy engine loads.
Normal range
The engine has reached its operating tempera-
ture once the LEDs up to the center of the gauge
turn on. If the i] indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster display turns on, the coolant tem-
perature is too high > page 220.
@) Note
— Auxiliary headlights and other accessories in
front of the air intake impair the cooling ef-
fect of the coolant. This increases the risk of
the engine overheating during high outside
temperatures and heavy engine load.
— The front spoiler also helps to distribute
cooling air correctly while driving. If the
spoiler is damaged, the cooling effect will
be impaired and the risk of the engine over-
heating will increase. See an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility for assistance.
Tachometer
The tachometer @) 9 page 11 displays the engine
speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). The be-
ginning of the red zone in the tachometer indi-
cates the maximum permissible engine speed for
all gears once the engine has been broken in. Be-
fore reaching the red zone, you should shift into
the next higher gear, select the "D" or "S" selec-
tor lever position, or remove your foot from the
accelerator pedal.
Engine speed limitation
If the Bw indicator light turns on, the engine will
be automatically limited to the RPM displayed in
the instrument cluster. This will protect the en-
gine components, for example during a cold start
or from overheating.
The engine speed limitation will be deactivated
once the engine has reached its normal operating
temperature and you have released the accelera-
tor pedal.
If the engine speed limitation was activated by
an engine control malfunction, the By indicator
light also turns on. Make sure the engine speed
does not go above the speed displayed, for
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Instrument cluster
example when downshifting. Drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facili-
ty immediately to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
@) Note
The needle in the tachometer may only be in
the red area of the gauge for a short period of
time before there is a risk of damaging the
engine. The location where the red zone be-
gins varies depending on the engine.
Odometer
Fig. 7 Instrument cluster: reset button
The trip odometer and odometer are displayed in
the status bar @) > page 11.
The trip odometer shows the distance driven
since it was last reset. It can be used to measure
short distances. The odometer shows the total
distance that the vehicle has been driven.
Resetting the trip odometer
> To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the re-
set button @.
@® Tips
Distances are displayed in mi (miles) or km
(kilometers).
Outside temperature
display
The outside temperature is displayed in the sta-
tus bar @) 9 page 11.
If your vehicle is stationary or if you are driving at
very low speeds, the temperature displayed in
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the instrument cluster may be slightly higher
than the actual temperature outside due to heat
radiating from the motor.
At temperatures below 41 °F (+5 °C), a snowflake
symbol appears in front of the temperature dis-
play > A\.
ZA WARNING
Do not assume the roads are free of ice based
on the outside temperature display. Be aware
that there may be ice on roads even when the
outside temperature is around 41 °F (+5 °C)
and that ice can increase the risk of accidents.
Engine oil temperature
indicator
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature indicator
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the engine
oil temperature %7 may be indicated by a bar in
the instrument cluster.
» Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit:
Open the vehicle functions tab and switch to
the desired view > page 12.
> Applies to: vehicles with analog instrument
cluster: Open the lap timer > page 121.
When engine oil temperatures are low, the dis-
play --- °F (--- °C) appears in the instrument clus-
ter. The engine has reached its operating temper-
ature when the engine oil temperature is be-
tween 176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under
normal driving conditions. The engine oil temper-
ature may be higher if there is heavy engine load
and high temperatures outside. This is not a
cause for concern as long as the Ei => page 217
or & = page 217 indicator lights do not turn on.
Boost indicator
Applies to: vehicles with boost indicator
Depending on vehicle equipment, the current en-
gine load (meaning the current boost pressure)
may be indicated by a bar in the instrument clus-
ter.
» Applies to: vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit:
Open the vehicle functions tab and switch to
the desired view > page 12.
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Head-up display
Head-up display
Description
Applies to: vehicles with head-up display
Fig. 19 Instrument panel: knob for the head-up display
The head-up display projects certain warnings or
selected information from the assist systems on
the windshield. The display appears within the
driver's field of vision.
Switching on and off
> To switch the head-up display on, press the 67
knob @.
> To switch the head-up display off, press the S7
knob.
Adjusting the height
The height of the display can be adjusted to the
individual driver.
> Make sure you are seated correctly > page 59.
> Turn the knob S? to the right or Left.
Settings in the Infotainment system
> Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > Display & brightness > Head-up
display.
Possible settings:
— Picture rotation
— Brightness
— Display contents: you can set which informa-
tion should be displayed. The display of certain
information and some of the red indicator
lights cannot be hidden.
® Note
To reduce the risk of scratches on the glass
covering the head-up display, do not place any
objects in the projection opening.
iG) Tips
— Sunglasses with polarization filters and un-
favorable lighting conditions can impair visi-
bility of the display.
— An optimal display depends on the seat po-
sition and the height adjustment of the
head-up display.
—A special windshield is needed for the head-
up display function.
— For information on cleaning, see > table In-
terior cleaning on page 249.
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Voice recognition system
Voice recognition system
General information
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
You can operate many functions in the vehicle
easily using voice commands.
Using the voice recognition system optimally
> Speak clearly and distinctly at a normal volume.
Speak louder when driving faster.
> Emphasize the words in the commands evenly
and do not leave long pauses.
> Close the doors, the windows, and the sunroof*
to reduce background noise. Make sure that
passengers are not speaking when you are giv-
ing a voice command.
> Do not direct the vents toward the hands-free
microphone, which is in the roof headliner near
the front interior lights.
> Only the driver should speak to the system, be-
cause the handsfree microphone is aimed to-
ward this seating position.
ZA\ WARNING
— Direct your full attention to driving. As the
driver, you have complete responsibility for
safety in traffic. Only use the functions in
such a way that you always maintain com-
plete control over your vehicle in all traffic
situations.
— Do not use the voice recognition system in
emergencies because your voice may change
in stressful situations. The system may take
longer to dial the number or may not be
able to dial it at all. Dial the emergency
number manually.
G) Tips
There are no voice guidance* prompts when a
dialog is active.
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Operating
Applies to: vehicles with voice recognition system
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Fig. 20 Center display: voice recognition system
Switching the voice recognition system on or
off
Requirement: the ignition and the MMI must be
switched on. A system language supported by
the voice recognition system must be set. There
must be no phone calls in progress and the park-
ing aid must not be active.
> To switch the voice recognition system on,
briefly press the «€ button on the multifunction
steering wheel, or depending on the context,
press ¢ in the center display.
> To switch the voice recognition system off,
press and hold the « button on the multifunc-
tion steering wheel, or say or press Cancel (4).
Using the voice recognition system
In the voice recognition system menu, possible
commands or help settings are displayed for the
current dialog @).
> Say the desired command after the signal tone.
> To receive additional help for the current dia-
log, say or press Help (2).
> To pause voice recognition, say or press Pause
@. To reactivate voice recognition, press (@)
again or briefly press the «€ button on the mul-
tifunction steering wheel.
» Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
SETTINGS > General > Speech dialog system >
Allow commands during voice output. If the
function is switched on, you can simply say a
new command during a prompt.
Activating the online recognizer
Applies to: vehicles with online recognizer
You can activate the online recognizer for addi-
tional functions and to improve the results of >
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Opening and closing
You can switch the valet parking function on, for
example when someone else is parking your vehi-
cle ). The vehicle can be driven, locked, and un-
locked using the vehicle key, but access to the
luggage compartment is blocked.
> Remove the mechanical key > page 34.
> Press the [VALET] button in the glove compart-
ment. The LED in the button turns on if the
function is switched on.
> Lock the glove compartment with the mechani-
cal key.
» Applies to: vehicles with lockable pass-through
and lockable rear seat backrests: To secure the
luggage compartment from the vehicle interior,
lock the pass-through and the rear seat backr-
ests using the mechanical key > page 84 or
=> page 82.
> Give your vehicle key to the service personnel
who are parking your vehicle and keep the me-
chanical key.
The following buttons are deactivated when the
valet parking function is switched on:
— <3 button in the driver's door
— Zs button on the vehicle key
— Handle in the luggage compartment lid
If the valet parking function is switched on, a
message will appear every time the ignition is
switched on.
@ Tips
Please note that the luggage compartment
can still be accessed from the vehicle interior
in vehicles with fixed rear seat backrests or
ones that cannot be locked, even when the
valet parking function is switched on.
Garage door opener
Applies to: vehicles with garage door opener
With the garage door opener, you can activate
systems such as the garage doors, security sys-
D_ This function is not available in all countries.
2) The possible number of hand-held transmitters depends
on the equipment.
tems or house lights from inside your vehicle.
These functions are operated in the MMI. Multi-
ple receivers can be programmed, which can con-
trol the functions of up to eight2) hand-held
transmitters.
Z\ WARNING
— When operating or programming the garage
door opener, make sure that no people or
objects are in the area immediately sur-
rounding the equipment. People can be in-
jured or property can be damaged if struck
when closing.
— Do not allow yourself to be distracted from
traffic by the viewing and operating the dis-
plays.
G@) Tips
— Ifyou sell your vehicle, reset all settings to
the factory default settings > page 207.
—For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
=> page 275.
(i) Tips
Before you program your system to the ga-
rage door opener, first check the compatibili-
ty:
— Ask an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility or check at www.
homelink.com. You can also find more infor-
mation about HomeLink there.
— You can display information about Home-
Link (compatibility level/status/country
code/HomeLink generation) in the MMI:
— Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Set-
tings & Service > Garage door opener > (.
Applies to: vehicles with garage door opener
Requirements: the remote control transmitter
must be programmed > page 46, the vehicle
4s
>
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Lights and Vision
Lights and Vision
Exterior lighting
Switching the lights on and off
Fig. 41 Instrument panel: light switch with button
@ Light switch &
Turn the light switch @ to the corresponding po-
sition when the ignition is switched on. 2a and
the selected position turn on (except position 0).
O
- The daytime running lights* will automatical-
ly turn on. In vehicles for some markets, you can
switch the automatic daytime running lights on
and off in the MMI.
AUTO - The headlights will automatically adapt to
the surrounding brightness.
300 — Parking lights
2D - Low beam headlights
@ All-weather lights &
Requirement: the light switch must be in the AU-
TO or ZO position.
The headlights automatically adjust so that there
will be less glare, for example when the road sur-
face is wet.
Automatic headlight range control
Your vehicle is equipped with automatic head-
light range control. It reduces glare for oncoming
traffic if the vehicle load changes. The headlight
range adjusts automatically.
Audi adaptive light
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive light
Audi adaptive light provides better visibility when
driving in the dark. The lights are adapted to the
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road conditions based on speed, such as when
driving on expressways, rural roads, at intersec-
tions, and around curves. The adaptive lights only
function when the light switch is in the AUTO po-
sition and the all-weather lights are switched off.
ZX WARNING
— Follow the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras > page 114.
— Automatic headlights are only intended to
assist the driver. They do not relieve the
driver of responsibility to check the head-
lights and to turn them on manually based
on the current light and visibility conditions.
For example, fog cannot be detected by the
light sensors. So always switch on the low
beams ZO under these weather conditions
and when driving in the dark.
@) Tips
— If the vehicle battery has been discharging
for a while, the parking light may switch off
automatically. Avoid using the parking
lights for several hours.
— Follow the regulations applicable to the
country where you are operating the vehicle
when stopping the vehicle and when using
the lighting systems.
—Awarning tone will sound if you open the
door when the exterior lights are switched
on.
— Only the front headlights turn on when the
daytime running lights are switched on*. In
vehicles in certain markets, the tail lights
will also turn on.
—Incool or damp weather, the inside of the
headlights, turn signals, and tail lights can
fog
over due to the temperature difference
between the inside and outside. They will
clear shortly after switching them on. This
does not affect the service life of the light-
ing.