fold seats AUDI S5 2008 8T / 1.G Owners Manual

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Applies to vehicles: with stretch netStretch net / retaining net
The stretch net / retaining net can be used to secure light
items in the luggage compartment.Stretch net
– First secure the front hooks in the fastening rings
⇒fig. 81.
–Then secure the rear hooks in the fastening rings.
Retaining net
– Secure the hooks of the retaining net to the fastening
rings at the bottom of the tail panel ⇒fig. 82.– Pull down the retaining hooks at the top of the luggage
compartment. Pull up the net and attach the loops of the
net to the retaining hooks.
You can also use the retaining hooks ⇒fig. 82 to secure light items
of luggage, such as shopping bags, etc.
The hooks will fold up again by themselves when not in use.
WARNING
The retaining net should only be used to hold objects weighing up
to 5 kg. Heavier objects cannot be safely secured (injury risk).Side storage compartment
The DVD player for the navigation system* is located in
the left side compartment in the luggage compartment.
Fig. 81 Stretch net laid
outFig. 82 Stretch net
attached in position as
retaining net
Fig. 83 Luggage
compartment: Side
trim with closed
storage compartment
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– To open the storage compartment, pull the handle
⇒page 77, fig. 83.DVD player for navigation system*
The DVD player for the navigation system is located in this storage
compartment ⇒fig. 84 in the luggage compartment. For more
information, please refer to the Infotainment/MMI Operating
Manual.
Applies to vehicles: with folding backrestsExtending the luggage compartment from the boot
The backrests can be folded forwards to increase the
storage space.Releasing and folding down backrest
– When you pull the release lever ⇒fig. 85 in the direction
of the arrow, the safety knob ⇒fig. 86 will pop up and
the red marking on the knob will become visible.
– Fold down the backrest.
Fig. 84 Luggage
compartment: DVD
player for navigation
system
Fig. 85 Release lever in
luggage compartmentFig. 86 Safety knob
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Returning backrest to an upright position
– Push the backrest up again until it engages securely
⇒. The red marking on the safety knob ⇒page 78,
fig. 86 should no longer be visible when the backrest is
properly secured.When the backrest is properly engaged in its upright position, it can
be locked and unlocked with the key. This prevents unauthorised
access to the luggage compartment from inside the vehicle.
The luggage compartment can only be extended from the boot
when the backrest is not locked with the key.
WARNING
The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during
sudden braking.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.
It is also important to remove any other objects from the rear seats
to avoid damaging the backrest when folding it forwards.
Applies to vehicles: with folding backrestsExtending the luggage compartment from inside the vehicle
The backrests can be folded forwards to increase the
storage space.Folding down backrest
– When you pull the release handle ⇒fig. 87 in the
direction of the arrow, the safety knob will pop up and
the red marking on the knob will become visible.
– Fold down the backrest.
Returning backrest to an upright position
– Push the backrest up until it engages securely ⇒. The
red marking on the safety knob should no longer be
visible when the backrest is properly secured.When the backrest is properly engaged in its upright position, the
release handle can be locked and unlocked with the key. This
prevents unauthorised access to the luggage compartment from
inside the vehicle.
AA
Fig. 87 Release handle
on backrest
AA
AB
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WARNING
The rear backrest must always be securely latched so that objects
stored in the luggage compartment will not fly forward during
sudden braking.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Applies to vehicles: with folding backrestsLocking the backrest–Turn the key ⇒fig. 88 to the right to lock the backrest.
– Turn the key to the left to unlock the backrest.When the backrest is properly engaged in its upright position, the
release handle can be locked and unlocked with the key. This
prevents unauthorised access to the luggage compartment from
inside the vehicle.
Caution
When returning the backrest to an upright position, make sure that
the seat belts for the rear seats are in their guides so that they
cannot be caught up and damaged in the catches for the backrest.Storage shelf
The storage shelf behind the rear backrest should only be
used to store light articles of clothing.
WARNING
Do not store any heavy or hard objects on the storage shelf. They
could cause injury if the brakes are applied suddenly.
Caution
Please note that hard objects could chafe against the wires of the
heating element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
Make sure that the slots between the rear window and the storage
shelf are kept clear to ensure unimpaired ventilation.
Fig. 88 Locking the
backrest
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Applies to vehicles: with load-through hatchLoad-through hatch
You can use the load-through hatch and bag to transport
objects safely inside the vehicle.Opening the load-through hatch
– In the passenger compartment, pull down the centre rear
armrest.
– Pull the release catch ⇒fig. 89 -arrow- and fold the cover
of the load-through hatch down into the passenger
compartment.
– Open the boot lid.
– Working from the luggage compartment, push the bag
through the opening.
– Secure the bag ⇒page 81.
Closing the load-through hatch
– Open the boot lid.
– Take the bag out of the load-through hatch.– Fold the cover of the load-through hatch back up from
inside the vehicle until it engages.
– Fold up the centre armrest again if desired.
– Close the boot lid.
WARNING
Loose objects must be transported in the bag, as the bag can be
secured. Individual objects cannot be secured - Risk of accident!
Note
•
You can also open the load-through hatch from the luggage
compartment. Press down the release catch and push the cover
forwards.
•
The load-through hatch can be locked and unlocked from inside
the vehicle using the emergency key ⇒fig. 89.
Applies to vehicles: with load-through hatchSecuring the transport bag
The transport bag must be secured in the luggage
compartment.
Fig. 89 In the rear seat:
Opening the lid of the
load-through hatch
Fig. 90 Luggage
compartment:
Securing the bag
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Seats and storage 86The cigarette lighter employs a standard 12 Volt socket which can
also be used as a power source for electrical appliances. The appli-
ances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of
100 W.
WARNING
•
Take care when using the cigarette lighter. Carelessness or
negligence when using the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
•
The cigarette lighter also works when the ignition is off and
when the ignition key is removed. To avoid the risk of fire, never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
•
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them
will operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use
of the electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can
cause injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave chil-
dren unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.Caution
Always use the correct type of plugs to avoid damaging the sockets.
Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 12 Volt sockets12 Volt sockets
Electrical equipment can be connected to both 12 Volt
sockets.Electrical socket in luggage compartment and
front centre console
– Open the cover cap concealing the socket ⇒fig. 98.
– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket.
Electrical socket in rear centre console
– Fold up the lid ⇒page 87, fig. 100 to access the socket.
Fig. 98 Detail of the
side trim in the
luggage compartment:
12 Volt socketFig. 99 Electrical
socket in the centre
console
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– Insert the plug of the electrical appliance into the socket.Electrical equipment can be connected to the 12 Volt socket. The
appliances connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating
of 100 W.
WARNING
The electrical sockets and any appliances connected to them will
operate only when the ignition is switched on. Improper use of the
electrical sockets or the appliances connected to them can cause
injuries or fire. To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle with the key.
Caution
•
To avoid damage to the vehicle's electrical system, never
connect equipment that generates electrical current, such as a solar
panel or battery charger, to the 12 Volt sockets or cigarette lighter in
order to charge the vehicle's battery.
•
Use only equipment which has been tested for electromagnetic
compatibility in compliance with EC Directive 2004/104/EC.Note
Using electrical appliances with the engine switched off will drain
the battery.
Applies to vehicles: with 230 Volt Euro socketOn-board 230 Volt Euro socketElectrical equipment can be connected to the 230 Volt
Euro socket in the rear centre console.The 230 Volt Euro socket can only be used when the engine
is running ⇒.
– Fold up the lid to access the socket.
– Plug the Euro connector into the socket. This will auto-
matically release the child safety device.LED in electrical socket
Appliances suitable for connection
Electrical equipment with a Euro plug connector can be connected
to the 230 Volt Euro socket. The appliances connected to the
230 Volt Euro socket must not exceed a power rating of 150 W
(300 W peak power).Steady green light:
The socket is ready for use.
Flashing red light:
The socket has tripped out due
to a power surge, overheating or
similar
Fig. 100 Rear centre
console: 230 Volt Euro
socket
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WARNING
Always keep the compartment cover closed while the vehicle is in
motion to reduce the risk of injury during a sudden braking
manoeuvre or in the event of an accident.Coat hooks
The coat hooks are located on the rear side of the B-pillars
(in the rear passenger compartment).
WARNING
•
Please make sure that any items of clothing hanging from the
coat hooks do not obstruct your view to the rear.
•
Only use the coat hooks for light items of clothing and make
sure that there are no heavy or sharp objects in the pockets.
•
Do not use clothes hangers to hang up the clothing, as this
could interfere with the function of the head-protection
airbags*.
Applies to vehicles: with storage compartments in the front seatsStorage compartments in front seats
There is a fold-out drawer in the front part of each front
seat.Opening
– Pull the handle to open the compartment.
Closing
– Close the lid and push it in until it engages.Note
The storage compartment will hold a maximum weight of 1 kg.
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