What should I do if the display in my instrument cluster becomes deactivated?

If the display is deactivated due to a serious system fault, the warning lamp may light up. You should stop the vehicle safely and seek professional assistance, as stated on page 19.

Can I rely on the outside temperature display as an ice warning?

No. While a snowflake symbol appears next to the temperature display at temperatures below +5°C, you should not rely on this as an ice warning. There may be patches of ice on roads even at outside temperatures around +5°C, creating a risk of accident, as noted on page 19.

What information can be displayed in the left display area of the instrument cluster?

The left display area shows the on-board computer content divided into several tabs, which may include date and time, mileage, consumption, short-term and long-term memories, and AdBlue range, as described on page 19.

How do I control the instrument cluster display?

You can operate the instrument cluster using controls on the multi-function steering wheel. Pressing once on the left control selects the left display area or changes tabs; pressing once on the right control selects the right display area or changes tabs. You can scroll up or down within a selected tab by pressing or swiping the up/down buttons. Brightness can be changed in the Car menu on page 26, as explained on page 19.

What does the central display area of the instrument cluster show?

The central display area shows information on vehicle operation, which may include speed, navigation, and driver assistance information, as detailed on page 19.

What safety precaution should I follow when using the digital Owner's Manual?

You should only use the digital Owner's Manual when the vehicle is safely parked; otherwise, there is the risk of an accident.

How do I change the language of the Owner's Manual?

To change the language of the Owner's Manual, select: > Audi apps > Online manuals > . The manual will open in the language selected as the system language on the MMI.

What functions can I access through the digital Owner's Manual?

The Owner's Manual allows you to call up content by chapter, view supplements if available, call up indicator lamps and their meanings, search for keywords in the index, and use the text search function to search the entire contents for your own search terms.

How can I manually unlock the driver's door if the vehicle key battery is flat?

Instructions for manually unlocking the driver's door when the vehicle key battery is flat can be found on page 39.

Where can I find information about recommended tyre pressures?

Recommended tyre pressures can be found on page 252.

How do I connect my smartphone with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto?

Instructions for connecting your smartphone with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto are available on page 219.

What does the snowflake symbol on the outside temperature display mean?

At temperatures below +5°C, a snowflake symbol appears next to the temperature display. However, you should not rely on this as an ice warning, as patches of ice may exist on roads even at temperatures around +5°C, creating a risk of accident.

Model years 2025–2026EU marketManual language: en

Audi A6 C9 (2025–2026) owner's manual guide

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What the manual covers(250)

Quick referencep. 8
Getting startedp. 8
About the Owner's Manualp. 8
Using the digital Owner's Manualp. 9
FAQsp. 10
Front cabinp. 12
Overview of warning and indicator lampsp. 13
Displays and controlsp. 19
Instrument clusterp. 19
Overview and controlsp. 19
Description of displaysp. 20
Touch displaysp. 22
Gestures and inputp. 22
Overview of displays on Multi Media Interfacep. 23
Using and customising the MMIp. 26
Opening the Car menup. 28
Head-up displayp. 29
Using the head-up displayp. 29
Changing the head-up display settingsp. 29
Audi assistantp. 30
Functions and operationp. 30
External voice control functionp. 31
Setting offp. 33
Personal settingsp. 33
Usersp. 33
Key userp. 34
Opening and closingp. 35
Central locking systemp. 35
Occupant detectionp. 40
Locking/unlocking the doors manuallyp. 41
Keysp. 43
Unlocking/lockingp. 46
Boot lidp. 46
Electric windowsp. 51
Garage door openerp. 51
Lights and visionp. 55
Exterior lightsp. 55
Interior lightsp. 59
Clear visionp. 60
Wipersp. 62
Sitting correctly and safelyp. 65
Ensuring the correct seating positionp. 65
Front seatsp. 65
Seat functionsp. 67
Steering wheelp. 68
Head restraintsp. 69
Seat beltsp. 70
Airbag systemp. 74
Child restraint systemsp. 78
Storage and conveniencep. 84
Storage compartmentsp. 84
Information on the ashtrayp. 84
Information on the cigarette lighterp. 85
Information on power sourcesp. 85
Information on cup holdersp. 85
Luggage compartmentp. 86
Roof carrierp. 91
Heating and coolingp. 92
Air conditionerp. 92
Auxiliary heating/ventilationp. 96
Information on fluids in the air conditionerp. 98
Drivingp. 99
Starting the vehiclep. 99
Driving the vehiclep. 101
Enginep. 105
Start/stop systemp. 107
Brakesp. 108
Electromechanical parking brakep. 110
Special driving situationsp. 112
Handling dynamicsp. 114
Audi drive selectp. 114
Suspensionp. 114
Steeringp. 116
Four-wheel drive (quattro)p. 117
Electronic stabilisation controlp. 117
Towing a trailerp. 120
Driving the vehicle with a trailer or caravanp. 120
Swivelling towing bracketp. 123
Trailer assistp. 127
Driver assist systemsp. 131
General information on assist systemsp. 131
Overview of assist systemsp. 131
Safety precautions and system limits of assist systemsp. 132
Sensors for detecting the vehicle's surroundingsp. 134
Driver assist menup. 136
General driver messages on driver assist systemsp. 136
Calling up the parking aid menup. 136
Warning systemsp. 137
Speed warningp. 137
Distance warningp. 137
Side assistp. 138
Exit warningp. 140
Fatigue warningp. 141
Distraction warningp. 142
Lane assist systemsp. 144
Lane departure warningp. 144
Lane guidancep. 146
Speed assist systemsp. 149
Speed regulation systemsp. 149
Adaptive cruise controlp. 152
Predictive cruise controlp. 158
Combined assist functionsp. 161
Adaptive cruise assistp. 161
Systems for braking and taking evasive actionp. 162
Emergency assistp. 162
Active front assistp. 163
Rear turn assistp. 166
Further assist systemsp. 169
Predictive efficiency messages (efficiency assist)p. 169
Camera-based traffic sign recognitionp. 170
Hazard alertsp. 172
Proactive occupant protectionp. 173
Traffic light informationp. 175
Electronic toll collection systemp. 176
Parking systemsp. 178
Parking aids with distance displayp. 178
Reversing camera/surround view camerasp. 180
Rear cross-traffic assistp. 185
Assisted parking systemsp. 187
Options for driving into or out of a parking spacep. 187
Finding a parking space for which you can use the assisted parking systemsp. 187
Completing a parking manoeuvre into a measured space with the assisted parking systemp. 189
Driving into and out of parking spaces with the park assist plusp. 189
Infotainmentp. 193
Telephonep. 193
Introductionp. 193
Calling up the telephonep. 193
Connecting a mobile phonep. 193
Overview of telephone symbolsp. 194
Calling up the telephone settings menup. 194
Calling up the messages menup. 194
Using the telephone functionsp. 194
Using text message functionsp. 196
Using the phone compartmentp. 196
Troubleshooting options for telephonesp. 197
Audi connectp. 199
Information on Audi connectp. 199
Using the internet in the vehiclep. 200
Audi connect servicesp. 200
Connecting a mobile device to the vehicle hotspotp. 201
Storep. 202
Emergency callp. 203
Emergency call systemsp. 203
Online roadside assistancep. 205
Information on data processing for the European Unionp. 205
Navigationp. 208
Introductionp. 208
Navigation system limitsp. 208
Calling up the navigation menup. 208
Overview of navigation symbolsp. 208
Calling up the navigation settings menup. 209
Calling up the map content menup. 209
Entering a destinationp. 209
Using functions while route guidance is activep. 210
Operating the mapp. 211
Using map functionsp. 212
Using traffic informationp. 212
Performing an online map updatep. 213
Troubleshooting for the navigationp. 213
Radiop. 214
Introductionp. 214
Operating the radiop. 214
Overview of radio symbolsp. 214
Calling up the radio settings menup. 214
Using radio functionsp. 214
Troubleshooting for the radiop. 216
Mediap. 217
Introductionp. 217
Information on the use of mobile devices and mediap. 217
Connecting mobile devices and mediap. 217
Operating mediap. 218
Calling up the media settings menup. 218
Using media functionsp. 218
Information on supported media and file formatsp. 218
Troubleshooting for mediap. 219
Interior entertainmentp. 220
Introductionp. 220
Using the themes functionp. 220
Smartphone interfacep. 221
Introductionp. 221
Connecting a smartphonep. 221
Troubleshooting for the smartphone interfacep. 221
Further settingsp. 223
Opening the settings menup. 223
System settingsp. 223
Connection managerp. 223
Software updatep. 224
Legal informationp. 225
Service and carep. 227
Checking and topping up fluidsp. 227
Fuelp. 227
Filling the tankp. 229
Selective catalytic reduction (AdBlue/DEF)p. 231
Emission control systemp. 234
Engine compartmentp. 236
Engine oilp. 239
Cooling systemp. 242
Brake fluidp. 245
Electrical systemp. 246
Batteryp. 247
Windscreen washer systemp. 250
Service interval displayp. 250
Wheelsp. 252
Tyres and rimsp. 252
Loose wheel warningp. 256
Tyre pressure loss indicatorp. 257
Tyre pressure monitoring systemp. 258
Information on run-flat tyresp. 260
Care of vehicle and cleaningp. 262
Introductionp. 262
Washing the vehiclep. 262
Information on cleaning and carep. 263
Taking the vehicle out of servicep. 267
Self-helpp. 268
Mobilityp. 268
Introductionp. 268
Equipmentp. 268
Tyre repair kitp. 269
Changing a wheelp. 271
Jump-startingp. 273
Towing awayp. 275
Fuses and bulbsp. 279
Changing fusesp. 279
Changing a bulbp. 282
Customer informationp. 283
Data protectionp. 283
Information on data protectionp. 283
Image recordingp. 283
Memoryp. 283
Privacy settingsp. 284
Information on data collectionp. 286
Accessories and modifications to the vehiclep. 287
Maintenance, repairs and modifications to the vehiclep. 287
Accessories and replacement partsp. 288
Position for a toll device on the windscreenp. 289
Technical datap. 290
Identification datap. 290
Vehicle datap. 290
Other informationp. 293
Information on brands and licencesp. 293
Driving school modep. 293
Information according to EU chemicals regulation REACHp. 293
Information on waste disposalp. 293
Radio equipmentp. 294
Additional customer informationp. 297
Additional customer information for Taiwanp. 298
Information on manufacturing faults for the Republic of Koreap. 298
Information on the event data recorder for the Republic of Koreap. 298
Information on emissions and operating noises for the Republic of Koreap. 299
Indexp. 300

Dashboard warning lights(81)

What each warning light means, extracted from the manual. Always confirm the full procedure on the cited page or with a workshop.

Light	Meaning	What to do	Page
Central warning lamp	General warning condition	Note information displayed in instrument cluster	p. 13
Seat belt	Seat belt not fastened or unfastened during operation	Fasten seat belt	p. 13
Brake system	Brake system malfunction	Refer to page 107, 244, or 110 for electromechanical parking brake	p. 13
Engine oil pressure	Low engine oil pressure	Refer to page 238	p. 14
Cooling system	Cooling system malfunction or overheat	Refer to page 241	p. 14
Electrical system	Electrical system malfunction	Refer to page 244	p. 14
AdBlue	AdBlue fluid level issue	Refer to page 230	p. 14
Tyre pressure	Tyre pressure warning	Refer to page 256 or 257	p. 15
Display system fault indicator	Serious system fault causing display deactivation	Stop vehicle safely and seek professional assistance	p. 19
Rev limiter indicator lamp	Engine management system fault with rev limiter activated	Do not exceed displayed engine speed; drive to qualified workshop without delay	p. 20
Engine oil temperature warning lamp	Engine oil temperature has increased significantly	Cease driving if lamp lights up during high-load operation at high ambient temperatures	p. 20
Turn signal bulb failure	One of the turn signal bulbs has failed	Indicator lamp flashes twice as fast as usual; drive carefully to a qualified workshop without delay and have the fault rectified	p. 56
Exterior light bulb failure indicator	A bulb has failed in the exterior lighting system	Drive to a qualified workshop soon and have it rectified	p. 58
Adaptive light fault	The adaptive light feature is not working	Dipped headlights will still work normally; drive to a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rectified	p. 58
Headlight range control fault	Malfunction in the headlight range control may cause dazzling of other road users	Drive to a qualified workshop without delay and have the fault rectified	p. 58
Main beam assist fault	Main beam assist is malfunctioning	Manual switching of main beam headlights is still possible; drive to a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rectified	p. 58
Main beam assist unavailable	Camera view is obstructed due to surroundings	System switches off automatically; try switching the system on again later	p. 58
Automatic headlights fault	Light sensor or rain sensor is out of action	Dipped headlights will be switched on permanently when lights are set to AUTO for safety; drive to a qualified workshop soon and have the fault rectified	p. 59
Wiper fault indicator	Wiper functions are unavailable or restricted	Switch wipers off, try again later or after next vehicle start. If fault persists, drive to qualified workshop soon for repair.	p. 64
Seat belt warning lamp	One of the seat belts is not fastened or was unfastened during driving	Fasten the seat belt	p. 72
Seat belt indicator lamp (rear seat occupied)	The rear seat belt has been fastened	Monitor status	p. 72
Seat belt indicator lamp (rear seat unoccupied)	The corresponding rear seat is not occupied	No action required	p. 72
Safety system indicator lamp	Fault in airbag system, control units, sensors, wiring, or belt tensioners	Drive to qualified workshop without delay	p. 74
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp	Front passenger's airbag is deactivated	Verify lamp is lit when child restraint system is in use on front passenger seat	p. 77
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp	Front passenger's airbag is activated	Verify lamp is lit when no rearward-facing child restraint is on front passenger seat	p. 77
Turn signal indicator lamp flashing	Turn signals are on in towing mode; does not flash twice as fast if a turn signal bulb fails on trailer or vehicle in towing mode	Monitor trailer lighting during towing	p. 121
Towing bracket indicator lamp / Please check towing bracket message	Towing bracket malfunction or not fully engaged	Stop at next opportunity and swivel towing bracket in and out; drive to qualified workshop if message persists	p. 126
Side assist warning signal on exterior mirror	Object detected in blind spot or adjacent lane at critical distance	Be aware of vehicle in blind spot; do not change lanes if warning appears	p. 138
Side assist information mode (grey symbol)	System detecting objects at information level	Monitor for potential lane change hazards	p. 139
Side assist warning mode (red symbol)	System detecting critical objects with turn signal activated	Check mirrors and blind spot before lane change	p. 139
Exit warning strip and mirror signal	Road user approaching from behind while door is unlocking or opening	Do not open door; wait until warning clears or look before exiting	p. 140
Fatigue warning (low level)	Low level of driver fatigue detected at speeds above 65 km/h	Consider taking a break at the next safe opportunity	p. 141
Fatigue warning (high level)	High level of driver fatigue detected; tone sounds	Take a break immediately; do not continue driving fatigued	p. 141
Distraction warning (low level)	Low level of distraction detected from road	Refocus attention on the road	p. 142
Distraction warning (high level)	High level of distraction detected; tone sounds	Cease distracting activities and concentrate on driving	p. 142
Lane departure warning active and ready	System is on and monitoring lane markings on at least one side	Maintain awareness of lane position	p. 144
Lane departure warning correcting steering	Vehicle approaching lane marking; steering correction applied	Keep hands on steering wheel; system correcting drift	p. 144
Lane departure warning not ready	System on but unable to detect lane markings or detect situation	Be prepared to steer manually; system limitations present	p. 145
Lane departure warning symbol (white)	Lane departure warning is switched on but not ready to give warnings	System may be inactive due to poor lane detection, narrow/wide lanes, tight bends, or restricted ESC; ensure system limits are not exceeded	p. 145
Lane guidance triangles (white)	Lane guidance is switched on but not active	Check system limits such as lane marking detection, lane width, and bend tightness; clean sensors if obstructed	p. 146
Lane guidance triangles (green)	Lane guidance is active and assisting with steering	Keep hands on steering wheel and be ready to take over at all times	p. 146
Lane guidance triangle (red)	System has reached its limits and steering control is needed immediately	Actively take over steering immediately; system may reach limits in tight bends due to insufficient steering power	p. 147
Cruise control (basic symbol)	Cruise control system is switched on but not activated	Press SET button to activate and set speed	p. 149
Cruise control (active symbol)	Cruise control system is actively maintaining set speed	Monitor road conditions; press brake or control lever to override	p. 149
Speed limiter (basic symbol)	Speed limiter is switched on but not activated	Set desired speed limit using control lever	p. 150
Predictive speed limiter (basic symbol)	Predictive speed limiter is switched on but not activated	Ensure navigation map is updated; system will activate when speed limit is detected	p. 150
Speed limiter (active symbol)	Speed limiter is actively limiting vehicle to set speed	Monitor driving; use kick-down feature to temporarily override if needed	p. 150
Predictive speed limiter (active symbol)	Predictive speed limiter is actively limiting speed based on detected traffic signs	Note that actual road signs take precedence; manually set speed if needed	p. 150
Speed override indicator	Driver is temporarily exceeding the set speed or cruising speed limit	Allow vehicle to return to set speed or manually control as appropriate	p. 150
Speed limit symbol (green and white)	Stop sign detected but no stop line recognised	Driver must apply brakes manually	p. 159
Orange or red warning symbol	Adaptive cruise assist functions unavailable or restricted due to fault	Clean sensors, try switching on later, or drive to qualified workshop if fault persists	p. 161
Emergency assist warning symbol	Driver inactivity detected	Take control of vehicle by moving steering wheel, applying brake, or pressing accelerator	p. 163
Collision warning symbol	Potential collision risk detected by active front assist	Take evasive action or brake hard to avoid collision	p. 165
Swerve support symbol	Active front assist swerve support function active during evasive manoeuvre	Driver maintains active steering control	p. 165
Active front assist indicator lamp	System only available with restrictions or fault detected	System unavailable or restricted; clean sensors or drive to qualified workshop if message persists	p. 166
Restriction indicator lamp	Active front assist only available with restrictions at vehicle start	System will become fully available once restrictions clear	p. 166
Rear turn assist fault indicator	Rear turn assist functions unavailable or restricted	Clean sensors in front of camera; try switching system on later or after restart; drive to qualified workshop if fault persists	p. 167
Traffic sign recognition fault indicator	Camera-based traffic sign recognition functions unavailable or restricted	Clean area in front of front camera; attempt to switch system on later; drive to qualified workshop if fault persists	p. 172
Proactive occupant protection symbol	System has initiated occupant protection measures in response to a critical driving situation	System has automatically deployed protective measures; monitor the situation	p. 173
Proactive occupant protection fault symbol (red/orange warning)	Proactive occupant protection functions are unavailable or restricted due to a system fault	Check the notification centre on the centre display for cause and remedy; clean sensor areas if obstructed; select a different Audi drive select mode if applicable; drive to a qualified workshop if the message persists	p. 174
ETC symbol (active)	ETC card has been correctly inserted and data has been read successfully	ETC system is ready for toll collection	p. 176
ETC symbol (inactive)	ETC card has been removed or ejected	ETC system is deactivated	p. 176
Parking aid fault symbol	A sensor in the corresponding area or the loudspeaker is faulty	Drive to a qualified workshop soon to have the fault rectified	p. 180
Parking aid speed warning symbol	Parking aid is not available because the vehicle is travelling too fast	Reduce speed to below approximately 10 km/h to activate parking aid	p. 180
Parking aid sensor contamination symbol	The corresponding ultrasonic sensor is iced up or dirty	Clean the area in front of the sensors	p. 180
Fuel indicator lamp	Low fuel level or tank system malfunction	Add fuel to vehicle or contact workshop if malfunction message appears	p. 229
AdBlue level warning	AdBlue level too low or system malfunction	Refill AdBlue as indicated on instrument cluster display to prevent restart failure	p. 231
Particulate filter indicator lamp	Filter has become obstructed with soot and requires cleaning	Regenerate filter by driving at constant speed (diesel) or driving and coasting (petrol) until lamp extinguishes	p. 235
Emission control system indicator lamp	Malfunctions relevant for emissions have occurred	Drive slowly to qualified workshop without delay to have fault rectified	p. 236
Engine oil pressure warning lamp	Oil pressure too low	Switch off engine and check oil level; add oil if low; seek professional assistance if level is adequate	p. 240
Oil level warning lamp	Engine oil level is too low	Add oil immediately via the filler cap	p. 240
Oil level warning (icon shown)	Engine oil level too low	Add more oil per page 239	p. 241
Coolant temperature too high (icon shown)	Coolant temperature critically high	Switch off engine, wait 15 minutes, restart. Do not drive if lamp persists. Seek professional assistance.	p. 243
Coolant temperature high (icon shown)	Coolant temperature elevated, air conditioning restricted	Continue driving moderately or let engine idle. Do not drive if lamp persists. Seek professional assistance.	p. 243
Cooling system fault (icon shown)	Fault in cooling system detected	Check coolant level and add if necessary. Do not drive if lamp persists. Seek professional assistance.	p. 243
Brake fluid level warning (icon shown)	Brake fluid level low or system fault	Stop vehicle immediately and check brake fluid level. Do not drive. Seek professional assistance.	p. 246
Electrical system fault (icon shown)	Power supply, battery or electrical system fault	Stop vehicle safely and do not continue driving. Switch off vehicle. Seek professional assistance.	p. 246
Electrical system low battery charge (icon shown)	12-volt battery charge is low	If message disappears after charging while driving, no action needed. If persists, drive to workshop.	p. 247
Please add washer fluid	Windscreen washer and headlight washer fluid level is low	With vehicle switched off, top up the fluid for windscreen washer and headlight washer system	p. 250
Loose wheel warning lamp	One or more wheels is no longer properly secured	Slow down immediately, check wheel bolts using box spanner from toolkit, have tightening torques verified with torque wrench, drive with caution until corrected	p. 257
Tyre pressure loss indicator lamp	Tyre pressure is too low compared to reference value or system malfunction	Slow down, avoid severe braking or steering, stop safely and check tyres and pressures, store new pressures in system	p. 258

Fuses(89)

Fuse	Rating	Circuit	Page
Background lighting	1A	Front cabin	p. 279
Chip card reader	2A	Front cabin	p. 279
Interior air sensors	3A	Front cabin	p. 279
Head-up display	4A	Front cabin	p. 279
Particulate sensor	7A	Front cabin	p. 279
Steering column lock	7A	Front cabin	p. 279
Passenger display	8A	Front cabin	p. 279
Steering column electronics	12A	Front cabin	p. 279
Steering column adjustment	15A	Front cabin	p. 279
Heating for steering wheel	16A	Front cabin	p. 279
Thermal management	1A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Thermal management sensors	4A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Air conditioner	5A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Low-voltage power distribution control unit, starter relay	7A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Electrical system control unit, diagnostic connection, interior mirror, front seat electronics	8A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Rear USB connections	9A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 1	p. 279
Emergency call and communication control unit	1A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Airbag	3A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Left headlight	4A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Drive and chassis control unit	5A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Central control unit for driver assist systems	6A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Right headlight	7A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Wipers	8A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Radar sensors at the front corners of the vehicle	9A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Panoramic display	10A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Door control unit, front left	11A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Door control unit, rear left	12A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 2	p. 279
Automatic gearbox	1A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Air conditioning system, thermal management	2A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Interior lighting, parking aid	3A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Four-wheel drive	4A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Gear oil cooler	5A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Air conditioner compressor	6A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Dash panel	7A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Light sensor/rain sensor	8A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Control unit for convenience access	9A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Drive system control unit	10A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Belt tensioners (front passenger's side)	12A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 3	p. 281
Garage door opener	1A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Starter relay	2A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Auxiliary heating	3A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Headlight washer system, seat heating	4A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Front camera for driver assist systems	5A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Central locking system	6A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Horn, anti-theft alarm system	7A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Phone compartment with inductive charging function	8A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Radiator fan	9A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Belt tensioners (driver's side)	10A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Control unit for adaptive cruise control	12A	Footwell - Fuse carrier 4	p. 281
Rear window heating	1A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Diagnostic connection	2A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Central control unit for convenience system	5A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Towing bracket (left lights)	6A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Door control unit, rear right	7A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Towing bracket (right lights)	10A	Luggage compartment	p. 281
Door control unit, front right	11A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic stabilisation control (ESC)	12A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Radar sensors at the rear corners of the vehicle	17A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Door control unit (driver's side)	18A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Door control unit (passenger's side)	19A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Driver activity sensor	20A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Control unit for adaptive cruise control	21A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Roof electronics	23A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Control unit for vehicle electrical system	24A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Control unit for convenience system, rear air conditioner control console	25A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Emission control	26A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Anti-theft alarm system	27A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Electrical socket for towing bracket	29A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Control unit for driver assist systems	30A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Infotainment system	32A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Central control unit for convenience system, sockets	34A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Differential lock	35A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Air suspension control unit	36A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Sound system	37A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Interior lighting, background lighting	39A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Selector lever	40A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Boot lid control unit	41A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Control unit for access and start authorisation	42A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Surround view camera control unit	43A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Tyre pressure loss indicator	44A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
MMI control dial	45A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Engine components	51A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
USB connections	52A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Powertrain generator	57A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Door control unit	58A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Centre console switch module	60A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
48 V battery	62A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Towing bracket release	63A	Luggage compartment	p. 282
Seat heating (rear)	65A	Luggage compartment	p. 282

Fluids & capacities(7)

Fluid	Capacity	Specification	Page
AdBlue	1.9 litres	Approved refill bottles	p. 234
Engine oil	0.5 litres	Suitable engine oil per page 237	p. 242
Coolant additive	40-55%	G12evo TL 774 L mixed with distilled water	p. 242
Windscreen washer fluid	See page 288	Clean water with washer fluid; use distilled water and anti-freeze in cold weather	p. 250
Fuel tank	60 / 61 litres	EU market A6 (amount that can be added is lower due to remaining fuel; values depend on country and equipment)	p. 290
AdBlue tank	20 litres	Capacity may vary for technical reasons when filling from canister or in cold conditions	p. 290
Windscreen/headlight washer system	4.7 litres	Standard capacity	p. 290

Service intervals(14)

Item	Interval	Page
Windscreen wiper blades	Once or twice a year	p. 63
Rear wiper blade	Once or twice a year	p. 63
New vehicle run-in period	First 1,500 km; do not exceed two thirds of maximum rpm for first 1,000 km, then increase gradually over next 500 km	p. 105
Vehicle service with frequent trailer towing	Between normal inspection intervals	p. 121
Engine oil level check	At regular intervals, preferably when refuelling and before a journey	p. 241
Brake fluid change	At regular intervals (specific intervals to be advised by qualified workshop)	p. 246
Battery check before winter	Before the start of winter	p. 247
Battery recharge if vehicle standing	At least once a month	p. 247
Inspection or oil change reminder	After a certain mileage, reminder appears each time ignition is switched on/off	p. 250
Inspection or oil change due	When vehicle is due for service, reminder appears after ignition is switched on/off	p. 250
Tyre inspection for excessive wear	Every 5000 km - 10000 km if vehicle is driven with fast cornering, heavy acceleration or hard braking	p. 254
Tyre pressure check	At least once a month and before long journeys	p. 254
Winter tyre effectiveness check	Winter tyres lose effectiveness when tread is worn to 4 mm depth	p. 255
Low-profile tyre wheel damage check	Every 3000 km	p. 256

Frequently asked questions(12)

What should I do if the display in my instrument cluster becomes deactivated?: If the display is deactivated due to a serious system fault, the warning lamp may light up. You should stop the vehicle safely and seek professional assistance, as stated on page 19.
Can I rely on the outside temperature display as an ice warning?: No. While a snowflake symbol appears next to the temperature display at temperatures below +5°C, you should not rely on this as an ice warning. There may be patches of ice on roads even at outside temperatures around +5°C, creating a risk of accident, as noted on page 19.
What information can be displayed in the left display area of the instrument cluster?: The left display area shows the on-board computer content divided into several tabs, which may include date and time, mileage, consumption, short-term and long-term memories, and AdBlue range, as described on page 19.
How do I control the instrument cluster display?: You can operate the instrument cluster using controls on the multi-function steering wheel. Pressing once on the left control selects the left display area or changes tabs; pressing once on the right control selects the right display area or changes tabs. You can scroll up or down within a selected tab by pressing or swiping the up/down buttons. Brightness can be changed in the Car menu on page 26, as explained on page 19.
What does the central display area of the instrument cluster show?: The central display area shows information on vehicle operation, which may include speed, navigation, and driver assistance information, as detailed on page 19.
What safety precaution should I follow when using the digital Owner's Manual?: You should only use the digital Owner's Manual when the vehicle is safely parked; otherwise, there is the risk of an accident.
How do I change the language of the Owner's Manual?: To change the language of the Owner's Manual, select: > Audi apps > Online manuals > . The manual will open in the language selected as the system language on the MMI.
What functions can I access through the digital Owner's Manual?: The Owner's Manual allows you to call up content by chapter, view supplements if available, call up indicator lamps and their meanings, search for keywords in the index, and use the text search function to search the entire contents for your own search terms.
How can I manually unlock the driver's door if the vehicle key battery is flat?: Instructions for manually unlocking the driver's door when the vehicle key battery is flat can be found on page 39.
Where can I find information about recommended tyre pressures?: Recommended tyre pressures can be found on page 252.
How do I connect my smartphone with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto?: Instructions for connecting your smartphone with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto are available on page 219.
What does the snowflake symbol on the outside temperature display mean?: At temperatures below +5°C, a snowflake symbol appears next to the temperature display. However, you should not rely on this as an ice warning, as patches of ice may exist on roads even at temperatures around +5°C, creating a risk of accident.

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