4-speed automatic transmission*
The car is equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission with electronic control.
Switching to higher and lower gears is carried out according to the motion programs stored in the memory.
Dynamic switching program (DSP)
Early upshifts and late downshifts ensure optimal fuel consumption.
The control unit performs automatic program selection.
With a restrained driving style, the automation selects an economical shift program.
With a temperamental driving style with sharp acceleration and frequent speed changes, using the maximum speed or after a sharp press on the accelerator pedal, the automation operates in the range of sports programs. Late shifting to higher gears allows you to fully utilize the power reserve of the engine. Downshifting is carried out at higher engine speeds compared to the economy program.
The choice of the optimal traffic program for specific conditions is a continuous process. However, regardless of this, you can switch to a more sporty program by pressing the accelerator pedal sharply. This shifts the gearbox to a lower gear corresponding to the actual speed of movement, providing the possibility of dynamic acceleration (for example, when overtaking) without the need to sharply press the accelerator pedal all the way. After shifting back to a higher gear and with the appropriate driving mode, the operation according to the original program is restored.
The hill program controls gear selection on uphill and downhill runs. Thanks to this, it is not necessary to shift when driving uphill. Pressing the brake pedal while driving downhill shifts to a lower gear. As a result, it is possible to brake the engine without resorting to manual switching.
Selector lever lock
Automatic selector lever lock
When the ignition is on, the selector lever is locked in position "R" And "N".
To move it out of these positions, depress the brake pedal. This prevents inadvertent engagement of the drive gear and spontaneous movement of the vehicle from a standstill.
As a reminder to the driver, when the selector lever is in the positions "R" And "N" appears on the instrument panel display "BEIM EINLEGEN EINER FAHRSTUFE IM STAND FUSSBREMSE BETDTIGEN" (when selecting the motion mode of a stationary vehicle, depress the brake pedal). In addition, the symbol shown at the top lights up on the gear selector.
At speeds of approx. 5 km/h and above, the selector lever is automatically released when it is in position "N".
Lock button
The selector lever lock button prevents unintentional gear shifting. Pressing this button unlocks the selector lever.
In the illustration, the positions are marked in red in which it is necessary to press the lock button.
Key lock in the ignition
After switching off the ignition, the key can only be removed from the lock when the selector lever is in position "R" (parking lock).
After removing the key from the lock, the selector lever is locked in position "R".
Selector lever position
When the ignition is on, an indication of the actual position of the selector lever appears on the dashboard. This illustration shows the position "D".
P parking lock
Drive wheels are blocked. The parking lock can only be used after the vehicle has stopped.
R reverse gear
Reverse gear can only be engaged after the vehicle has stopped and the engine is running at idle.
With the ignition on and the selector lever in position "R" reversing lights are on.
N neutral position (idle position)
Set the selector lever to this position only for long breaks in movement.
D Basic forward driving position
Forward upshifts and downshifts are automatic, depending on engine load, speed and program.
In driving mode, under certain conditions, it may be preferable to temporarily move the selector lever to one of the following positions.
3 position for driving on hilly roads
This position is recommended when frequently shifting from 3rd gear to 4th and back, when the selector lever is in the main position "D".
4th gear is blocked. This slightly increases the braking effect of the engine when the accelerator pedal is released.
2 position for driving in the mountains
This position is suitable for overcoming long descents and ascents.
3rd and 4th gears are blocked. This will avoid useless upshifting and increase the braking effect of the engine.
1 position for climbing steep grades
This position is recommended for climbing and descending extremely steep slopes – especially when towing a trailer.
The car only moves in 1st gear. This achieves the maximum braking effect of the engine.
Warning: When manually downshifting, you can set the selector lever to positions "3", "2" And "1". However, the automation will switch only after it becomes impossible to incrementally increase the engine speed.
Kick-down device
The Kick-down device allows for maximum acceleration. When the accelerator pedal is pressed sharply with the transition of the point of resistance, the automation switches to a lower gear depending on the speed and speed. Shifting to the next higher gear occurs only when the maximum engine speed is reached.
Operating Instructions
Engine starting
The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position "N" or "R". See also the subsection Ignition lock and engine start.
Driving mode selection
Always depress the brake pedal before selecting a driving mode when the vehicle is stationary with the engine running.
When shifting before pulling away, do not press the accelerator pedal.
If the lever is accidentally moved to the position "N" while driving, before returning to the desired driving mode, release the gas and wait for the rpm to drop to idle.
Warning: Regardless of the selected driving mode, with the engine running, hold the car with a foot brake, since even in idling mode, the kinematic connection between the engine and the wheels does not completely disappear "crawling".
Warning: When the vehicle is stationary and the drive mode is on, never add gas (for example, by hand in the engine compartment). Otherwise, the vehicle will start moving immediately, possibly even with the handbrake applied.
Before starting work with the engine running, move the selector lever to the position "R" and apply the handbrake.
Starting off
Activate the desired driving mode. Wait for the automation to switch on, creating a power closure of the gearbox with the drive wheels (at the moment of switching on, a slight push is felt). Only then add gas.
Stop
At short stops, for example at traffic lights, shift to neutral "N" no need. It is enough to hold the car with a brake. However, the engine should only be running at idle.
Parking
When stopping on level ground, it is enough to turn on the parking lock. If the road is sloping, apply the handbrake first and then engage the parking lock. This reduces the load on the locking mechanism and facilitates its subsequent disengagement.
Emergency program
In the event of a system malfunction, the automation switches to an emergency program. This is signaled by the ignition / extinction of all segments on the indicator board at once.
Depending on the traffic situation, the connection between the gearbox and the drive wheels can be interrupted. When starting the engine and driving (selector lever in position "R" or "N") the connection between the gearbox and the drive wheels is restored by moving the selector lever to the desired position. However, in position "D" in any case, 3rd gear will be engaged. When more traction is needed (e.g. in mountains, driving with a trailer) you can start moving when the selector lever is in position "1".
It is also possible to engage reverse gear.
Warning: When shifting the gearbox to emergency mode, contact an Audi workshop as soon as possible.
Tiptronic*
The car is equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission with electronic control.
In order to reduce fuel consumption and protect the environment, on some modifications the transmission is designed so that the maximum vehicle speed is reached only in 4th gear.
Switching to higher and lower gears is carried out according to the motion programs stored in the memory. There is also the option of manual gear shifting (manual switching program).
Dynamic switching program (DSP)
The control unit performs automatic program switching.
With a restrained driving style, the automation selects an economical shift program.
Early upshifts and late downshifts ensure optimal fuel consumption.
With a temperature driving style with sharp acceleration and frequent speed changes, using the maximum speed or after a sharp press on the accelerator pedal, the automation operates in the range of sports programs. Late shifting to higher gears allows you to fully utilize the power reserve of the engine. Downshifting is carried out at higher engine speeds compared to the economy program.
The choice of the optimal traffic program for specific conditions is a continuous process. However, regardless of this, you can switch to a more sporty program by pressing the accelerator pedal sharply. This shifts the gearbox to a lower gear corresponding to the actual speed of movement, providing the possibility of dynamic acceleration (for example, when overtaking) without the need to sharply press the accelerator pedal all the way. After shifting back to a higher gear and with the appropriate driving mode, the operation according to the original program is restored.
The hill program controls gear selection on uphill and downhill runs. Thanks to this, it is not necessary to shift when driving uphill. Pressing the brake pedal while driving downhill shifts to a lower gear. As a result, it is possible to brake the engine without resorting to manual switching.
Manual switching program
To switch to manual mode, push the selector lever out of position "D" to the right. You can switch to manual mode both while driving and while stationary. When the manual mode is on, the indication of the selected gear appears on the display "5, 4, 3, 2, 1".
When moving the selector lever forward (+) upshifting occurs. When translated back (–) - downshifts.
When accelerating in 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears, the gearbox will automatically shift to the next higher gear shortly before reaching maximum engine speed.
When switching from an upshift to a downshift, the automatics will switch only after it becomes impossible to increase the engine speed.
During the operation of the kick-down device, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the vehicle speed and engine speed.
Sports steering wheel "Tiptronic"*
Buttons located on the steering wheel enable manual gear shifting.
Of course, it is also possible to shift gears using the selector lever on the center console.
When the manual shift program is activated, the buttons on the steering wheel are illuminated.
By pressing on the top side (+) one of the two keys switches to higher gears.
By pressing on the underside (–) - downshifts.
When accelerating in 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears, the gearbox will automatically shift to the next higher gear shortly before reaching maximum engine speed.
When switching from an upshift to a downshift, the automatics will switch only after it becomes impossible to increase the engine speed.
Selector lever lock
Automatic selector lever lock
When the ignition is on, the selector lever is locked in position "R" And "N".
To move it out of these positions, depress the brake pedal. This prevents inadvertent engagement of the drive gear and spontaneous movement of the vehicle from a standstill.
As a reminder to the driver, when the selector lever is in the positions "R" And "N" on the display of the instrument panel with the driver information system* appears "BEIM EINLEGEN EINER FAHRSTUFE IM STAND FUSSBREMSE BETDTIGEN" (when selecting the motion mode of a stationary vehicle, depress the brake pedal). In addition, the symbol shown at the top lights up on the gear selector.
At speeds of approx. 5 km/h and above, the selector lever is automatically released when it is in position "N".
The selector lever lock button prevents unintentional gear shifting. Pressing this button unlocks the selector lever.
In the illustration, the positions are marked in red in which it is necessary to press the lock button.
Key lock in the ignition
After switching off the ignition, the key can only be removed from the lock when the selector lever is in position "R" (parking lock).
After removing the key from the lock, the lever is locked in position "R".
Selector lever positions
When the ignition is on, an indication of the actual position of the selector lever appears on the dashboard. This illustration shows the position "D".
P parking lock
Drive wheels are blocked. The parking lock can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary.
R reverse gear
Engage reverse gear only when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is idling.
With the ignition on and the selector lever in position "R" reversing lights are on.
N neutral position (idle position)
Set the selector lever to this position only for long breaks in movement.
D Basic forward driving position
Forward upshifts and downshifts are automatic, depending on engine load, speed and program.
In driving mode, under certain conditions, it may be preferable to temporarily move the selector lever to one of the following positions.
4 position for driving on hilly roads
This position is recommended when frequently shifting from 4th gear to 5th and back, when the selector lever is in the main position "D".
5th gear is blocked. This slightly increases the braking effect of the engine when the accelerator pedal is released.
3 position for driving in the mountains
This position is suitable for overcoming long descents and ascents.
4th and 5th gears are blocked. This will avoid useless upshifting and increase the braking effect of the engine.
2 position for climbing steep slopes
This position is recommended for climbing and descending extremely steep slopes - especially when towing a trailer.
The car only moves in 1st and 2nd gear. This avoids useless upshifting and maximizes the braking effect of the engine.
Warning: When manually downshifting, you can set the selector lever to positions "4", "3" And "2". However, the automation will switch only after it becomes impossible to incrementally increase the engine speed.
Kikc-down device
The Kikc-down device allows you to realize maximum acceleration. When the accelerator pedal is pressed sharply with the transition of the point of resistance, the automation switches to a lower gear depending on the speed and speed. Shifting to the next higher gear occurs only when the maximum engine speed is reached.
Operating Instructions
Engine starting
The engine can only be started when the selector lever is in position "N" or "R". Please also refer to subsection Ignition lock and engine start.
Driving mode selection
Always depress the brake pedal before selecting a driving mode when the vehicle is stationary with the engine running.
When shifting before pulling away, do not press the accelerator pedal.
If the lever is accidentally moved to the position "N" while driving, before returning to the desired forward driving mode, release the throttle and wait for the rpm to drop to idle.
Warning: Regardless of the selected driving mode, with the engine running, hold the car with a foot brake, since even in idling mode, the kinematic connection between the engine and the wheels does not completely disappear "crawling".
Warning: When the vehicle is stationary and the drive mode is on, never add gas (for example, by hand in the engine compartment). Otherwise, the vehicle will start moving immediately, possibly even with the handbrake applied.
Before starting work with the engine running, move the selector lever to the position "R" and apply the handbrake.
Starting off
Activate the desired driving mode. Wait for the automation to switch on, creating a power closure of the gearbox with the drive wheels (at the moment of switching on, a slight push is felt). Only then add gas.
Stop
At short stops, for example at traffic lights, shift to neutral "N" no need. It is enough to hold the car with the brakes. However, the engine should only be running at idle.
Parking
When stopping on level ground, it is enough to turn on the parking lock. If the road is sloping, apply the handbrake first and then engage the parking lock. This reduces the load on the locking mechanism and facilitates its subsequent disengagement.
Emergency program
In the event of a system malfunction, the automation switches to an emergency program. This is signaled by the ignition / extinction of all segments on the indicator board at once.
After that, the selector lever can be moved to all positions. However, in the provisions "D, 4, 3, 2" 4th gear will be engaged.
It is also possible to engage reverse gear.
When switching the gearbox to emergency mode, contact an Audi workshop as soon as possible.
Electronic reverse gear lock is disabled during emergency operation.
In emergency mode, the manual switching program is disabled.
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