- advanced three-point seat belts on all seats,
- seat belt tension limiters on all seats,
- seat belt tensioners on the side seats,
- height-adjustable front seat belts,
- front airbags,
- side airbags in the backs of the front and rear seats*,
- head airbags* located on the rear outboard seats «ISOFIX» * for attaching child seats «ISOFIX»,
- height-adjustable headrests,
- adjustable steering column.
Every time before starting
- Make sure that the lighting and the flashing signaling device of the car are in full working order.
- Check tire pressure.
- Make sure that you have a clear and good view of the outside through the glass windows.
- Securely secure the items of luggage, see Seats and niches.
- Make sure that no objects can get into the pedal area.
Adjust the height of the mirrors, the position of the front seat and head restraint.
Instruct passengers about the need to install head restraints that fit the height.
To protect children, use a suitable child seat and correctly apply and fasten the seat belt.
Take the correct position on the seat. Also instruct your passengers about the need for correct positioning in the seat, see Seats and niches.
Fit and fasten your seat belt correctly. Also instruct your passengers about the need to properly fasten their seat belts.
What affects traffic safety?
The following should be remembered:
- Do not, and do not allow yourself to be distracted from traffic control, such as your passengers or telephone conversations.
- Never get behind the wheel in case of impaired ability to drive a car (for example, as a result of taking medications, alcohol, drugs).
- Always maintain a speed in accordance with the condition of the roadway, as well as traffic and weather conditions.
- On long trips regularly (at the latest every two hours) take breaks.
- If possible, do not drive when tired or in a hurry.
The correct position of the driver on the seat
The correct position of the driver in the seat is important for safe and fatigue-free driving.
Minimum distance of the driver in relation to the steering wheel
Properly installed driver's head restraint
For your safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident, the following driver seat adjustment is recommended:
- So adjust the position of the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel and the sternum is at least 25 cm.
- So adjust the longitudinal position of the driver's seat so that with slightly bent legs you can fully depress the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals.
- Make sure you can reach the highest point of the steering wheel.
- Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest and the top of your head are in line.
- So adjust the inclination of the backrest so that the backrest with its surface is completely adjacent to the back.
- Fit and fasten your seat belt correctly.
- Both feet must be in the footwell so that you are in control of the car at all times.
Driver's seat adjustment, see Seats and niches.
Correct position of the front passenger on the seat
The minimum distance between the front passenger and the instrument panel should be 25 cm. This will provide maximum protection in the event of an airbag deployment.
The following adjustment of the front passenger seat is recommended:
- Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
- So adjust the inclination of the backrest so that the backrest with its surface is completely adjacent to the back.
- Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest and the top of your head are in line.
- Both feet must be in the footwell in front of the front passenger seat.
- Fit and fasten your seat belt correctly.
In exceptional cases, you can disable the front passenger airbag.
Correct position of rear seat passengers
Rear seat occupants must sit upright, keep their feet in the legroom and be properly buckled in their seat belts.
To reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking or an accident, rear seat passengers should remember the following:
- Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest and the top of your head are in line.
- Both feet must be in the footwell in front of the rear seat.
- Fit and fasten your seat belt correctly.
- When transporting children, use suitable child seat belt stowage and tension systems.
Correct head restraint position
Properly installed head restraints are an important component of the occupant protection concept and can reduce the risk of injury in most crash situations.
Correctly installed headrest (front view)
Properly installed headrest (side view)
The head restraints must be correctly adjusted to achieve the optimum protective effect.
Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest and the top of your head are in line.
Head restraint adjustment, see Seats and niches.
Pedal zone
The use of all pedals must never be obstructed by objects or foot mats.
- Make sure you can always depress the accelerator, brake and clutch pedals without difficulty.
- Make sure the pedals return freely to their original position.
Only foot mats are allowed to be used that do not go into the pedal area and that can be securely fixed in the footwell.
In the event of a failure of one of the circuits of the brake system, the brake pedal must be pressed with more force than usual to stop the car.
Driver side foot mats
Only foot mats are allowed to be used that do not go into the pedal area and that can be securely fixed in the footwell.
Make sure that the foot mats are securely fixed and that they will not interfere with the manipulation of the pedals while driving.
Only foot mats are allowed that do not go into the area of the pedals and that can be securely fixed to prevent them from slipping.*
Proper luggage placement
All items of baggage must be securely stowed in the trunk.
Loose objects moving in the luggage compartment can adversely affect the vehicle's driving dynamics or driving safety as a result of a change in the center of gravity.
- Distribute the load in the trunk evenly, see Seats and niches.
- Place heavy objects as far forward as possible in the luggage compartment.
- Use the load net* to secure heavy objects to the lifting eyes in the luggage compartment.
Warning: Air exchange inside the car helps to reduce fogging of the windows. Used air is removed through the ventilation slots located under the rear window. Make sure that the ventilation slots are not covered by any objects.
Luggage straps suitable for the lashing eyes can be purchased from the distribution network.
Lifting eyes
Loose cargo is a danger to the driver and all passengers.
The luggage compartment has lashing eyes for attaching items of luggage, see fig. Seats and niches.
Use lashing eyes to securely fasten the load, see fig. «Trunk loading» In chapter Seats and niches.
In the event of a collision or accident, even small and light objects can receive so much energy that they can cause extremely serious injuries. Value «energy» depends to a very large extent on the speed of the vehicle and the mass of the object. However, a more significant factor is the speed of the car.
Example: there is an unsecured object with a mass of 4.5 kg in the car. In the event of a frontal collision at a vehicle speed of 50 km/h, this object develops forces corresponding to twenty times its mass. This means an increase in weight to about 90 kg. You can imagine the whole picture of traumatic consequences if this aircraft flying through the cabin «projectile» hits someone.
Seat belts
Fastening with three-point seat belts
Fasten your seat belt and only then start driving!
Headrest and seat belt position
Driver's seat: lock and belt buckle
1. Install the front seat and head restraint correctly before fastening the seat belt, see illustration. «Seats and niches» In chapter Seats and niches.
2. Grasp the buckle of the belt, gently pull the tape, put it over the chest and waist.
3. Insert the fastener into the slot of the corresponding lock until you hear a click.
4. Be sure to pull on the strap and make sure the lock is locked.
Each three-point belt is equipped with an automatic belt retraction mechanism. Automatic belt retraction provides full freedom of movement with its smooth tension. However, when braking hard, it blocks the belt. Automation blocks the belts also when accelerating the car, when driving on mountain roads and when cornering.
Three-point seat belt position
The position of the seat belts is of great importance for the protective effect of seat belts.
Seat belt diagonal and lap position
Possibilities of adjusting the position of the seat belt for height:
- Belt height adjustment
- Front seat height adjustment
Wearing 3-point seat belts for pregnant women and seat belt position
The best protection for an unborn child is the constant and correct fastening of a seat belt by a pregnant woman.
The position of the straps of the belt of a pregnant woman
Pregnant women should also always wear seat belts.
1. Install the front seat and head restraint correctly before fastening the seat belt, see illustration. «Seats and niches» In chapter Seats and niches.
2. Grasp the buckle of the belt, gently pull the tape, put it over the chest and waist. At the same time, the waist band of the belt should be located as low as possible to the hips so that there is no pressure on the lower abdomen.
3. Insert the fastener into the slot of the corresponding lock until you hear a click.
4. Be sure to pull on the strap and make sure the lock is locked.
Belt height adjustment
Belt height adjustment mechanism - slider with reverse buckle
1. Slide the reverse buckle slider up or down until the diagonal band is about mid-shoulder level, but never wraps around the neck.
2. After adjusting, pull on the strap to make sure the buckle is secure.
Warning: You can also use the seat height adjustment option to adjust the front seat belts.
Seat belt adjustment, middle rear seat
The middle rear seat is equipped with a lap belt.
Belt extension
To lengthen the strap, hold the clasp at a right angle to the strap and pull the strap to the desired length.
This process is facilitated by squeezing the fastener and buckle in the longitudinal direction.
Shortening the belt
To shorten, just pull on the free end of the strap. The excess belt is removed by shifting the plastic slider.
When the belt is properly fastened, the red button is located on the outside of the belt buckle.
Seat belt release
The belt is unfastened by pressing the red button of the lock.
Press the red lock button. In this case, the fastener is pushed out of the socket under the action of the spring.
To facilitate the automatic retraction of the belts, pull the buckle back by hand.
Long-term locking of seat belts
For fastening a child seat, a permanent locking of the three-point belts is possible.
For attaching a child seat to the front passenger seat or the rear seats, permanent 3-point belt locking is possible, see below «Child seat anchor». This belt lock ensures that the child seat is securely fastened to the vehicle.
Belt tensioners
Operating principle
In the event of dangerous frontal and side collisions, the belts of fastened seat belts with three-point fastening are automatically tightened.
The safety of the buckled driver and passengers is enhanced, in addition to the airbags, by belt tensioners located on the three-point automatic seat belt retractors.
The system is triggered in dangerous frontal collisions from sensors. At the same time, fastened seat belts with a three-point fastening are automatically tightened, see below «Important Instructions Regarding Seat Belt Tensioners».
In even more severe collisions, the airbags are additionally deployed. The belt tensioners do not deploy in rear collisions and vehicle rollovers.
Important Instructions Regarding Seat Belt Tensioners
Warning: Belt tensioners do not deploy in light frontal, side and rear collisions, in the event of a vehicle rollover, or in accidents without significant front forces.
When the belt tensioners are activated, smoke is emitted. Smoke does not indicate a car fire.
When disposing of the vehicle or individual components of the system, be sure to take precautions.
Description of airbags
General instructions for airbags
The airbag is part of the overall concept of passive safety.
In dangerous frontal collisions, the front airbag system, together with the three-point seat belts, provides additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
In severe side collisions, side and head airbags reduce the risk of injury to passengers in the impact zone
The seat belts, along with their traditional protective function, must hold the driver and front passenger in such a position in the event of an accident so that the airbags can deploy correctly and provide additional protection.
Security systems only work when the ignition is on. The readiness of the pillow function is electronically controlled and displayed using a control lamp «airbag».
The main components of the cushion system are
Electronic control device (control unit and sensors) both front airbags side and head airbags control lamp in the dashboard.
The following indicates a system malfunction
When the ignition is switched on, the control lamp does not light up, the control lamp does not go out after about 3 seconds after the ignition is turned on, after the ignition is turned on, the control lamp goes out and lights up again, the control lamp lights up or flashes while driving.
Under what conditions do airbags deploy?
Airbags deploy in dangerous collisions.
The airbags for the driver and front passenger are deployed in dangerous frontal collisions.
In severe side collisions, the side airbags are deployed together with the head airbag on the respective side of the vehicle.
In special emergency situations, both the front and side airbags can deploy, together with the appropriate head airbag.
The airbags do not deploy in light frontal and side collisions, rear-end collisions and vehicle rollovers. In such situations, passengers are traditionally protected by fastened seat belts.
Pillow Deployment Factors
There are no uniform criteria for airbag deployment in each specific situation. This is due to the extremely different specifics of accidents. An important role, for example, is played by such factors as the properties of the collision object with the car (hard, soft), collision angle, vehicle speed, etc.
The decisive factor for the deployment of airbags in the event of a collision is the amount of deceleration. The vehicle's sensors, together with the control unit, determine the severity of the accident and thus contribute to the targeted and timely activation of the seat belt stowage and tensioning system. The airbags do not deploy in a collision when the deceleration values of the vehicle are below the programmed values of the control unit, although a rather severe deformation of the vehicle is possible due to an accident.
Warning: When the pillow is inflated, smoke is generated. This is normal and does not indicate a vehicle fire.
Front airbags
Description of front airbags
Airbags are not a replacement for the seat belt!
The driver's front airbag is located in the steering wheel trim panel. The front passenger airbag is located above the glove box on the right side of the instrument panel. The location of the pillows is indicated by the inscription «airbag».
The front passenger airbag is located above the glove box on the right side of the instrument panel. The location of the pillows is indicated by the inscription «airbag».
In dangerous frontal collisions, the front airbag system, together with three-point seat belts, provides additional protection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
Front airbag function
Fully inflated pillows reduce the risk of injury to the head and upper body.
The airbags for the driver and front passenger are deployed in dangerous frontal collisions.
In special emergency situations, both the front, head and side airbags may deploy.
When the system is activated, the airbags are filled with working gas and opened in front of the driver and front passenger.
The airbags inflate in hundredths of a second and at high speed to provide additional protection in the event of an accident. Contact with a fully inflated airbag dampens the forward motion of the driver and front passenger and reduces the risk of injury to the head and upper body.
The specially developed design of the inflatable cushion provides for a controlled release of the working gas under the influence of the driver or passenger in order to soften the reception of the head and torso. As a result, the airbag deflates after it is deployed.
Side airbags
Description of side airbags
In side collisions, the side airbag together with the head airbag system (airbag) enhances passenger safety.
The side airbags are located in the backrest trim of the front and side* rear seats. The location of the pillows is indicated by the inscription «airbag».
In dangerous side collisions, the side airbag system, together with the three-point harness, provides additional protection for the entire upper torso (chest, abdomen and pelvis) driver and passengers.
In dangerous side collisions, the side airbags reduce the risk of injury from the doors.
When the side airbags are deployed, the headbags on the respective side are always deployed to improve the protection of the occupants (SIDE GUARD) *.
Side airbag function
Fully inflated side airbags reduce the risk of injury to the upper torso.
In the event of dangerous side collisions, the side airbag on the respective side of the vehicle is deployed.
In special emergency situations, both the front, head and side airbags may deploy.
When the system is triggered, the airbags are filled with working gas.
The airbags inflate in hundredths of a second and at high speed to provide additional protection in the event of an accident. When the pillow is inflated, fine dust is generated. This is normal and does not indicate a vehicle fire.
Contact with a fully inflated airbag dampens occupant movement and reduces the risk of injury to the entire upper torso (chest, abdomen and pelvis) from the door side.
Important instructions for the side airbag system
Proper handling of the airbag system significantly reduces the risk of injury!
Warning: When the front passenger airbag is deactivated, the passenger's side airbag is also deactivated. It is possible to turn off the rear side airbags.
Head pillows (SIDE GUARD)
Description of head airbags
In the event of a side collision, the head airbag, together with the side airbag system, increases the degree of occupant protection.
Head cushions are located on both sides of the cabin above the doors. The location is marked «airbag».
In dangerous side collisions, the head airbag system, together with three-point belts and side airbags, provides additional protection to the head and neck area of the driver and passengers, see below «Important instructions for the head airbag system».
Together with other structural components (e.g. seat cross braces, stable vehicle structure) SIDE GUARD is a consistent improvement in the protection of passengers in side collisions.
Head airbag function
In side collisions, fully inflated airbags reduce the risk of injury to the head and neck area.
In the event of dangerous side impacts, the head airbag deploys together with the corresponding side airbag on the side of impact.
When triggered, the airbag is filled with working gas and closes all side windows and door pillars. This makes the system an effective protection for front and rear passengers at the same time.
Hitting the head against interior components or objects located outside the vehicle is extinguished by contact with an inflated head airbag. In addition, due to the reduction in the load on the head region, as well as the shortening of the movement of the head, the load on the neck is reduced.
Also, in tangent collisions, the deployed headbag covers the A-pillars and thus provides additional protection.
In special emergency situations, both the front and side airbags can deploy along with the head airbags.
The airbags inflate in hundredths of a second and at high speed to provide additional protection in the event of an accident. When the pillow is inflated, smoke is produced. This is normal and does not indicate a vehicle fire.
Important instructions for the head airbag system
Proper handling of the airbag system significantly reduces the risk of injury!
Deactivating airbags
Return the disabled airbags to the operating mode as soon as possible to perform their protective function.
Deactivation of airbags is provided only in certain cases, for example:
- If it is necessary in exceptional cases to install a child seat on the front passenger seat, on which the child is located with his back in the direction of travel,
- If, in spite of a correctly installed driver's seat, the minimum distance (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the sternum,
- If it is necessary to install special devices in the area of the steering wheel in case of physical disabilities, when installing other seats (e.g. orthopedic seats without side airbags).
Airbag control
Each time the ignition is switched on, the control lamp comes on for a few seconds «airbag».
Deactivating the front passenger airbag when installing a child seat
Deactivate the front passenger airbag if it is necessary in exceptional cases to install a child seat on the front passenger seat, in which the child is positioned with his back in the direction of travel.
However, it is recommended to mount the child seat only in the rear seat so that the front passenger airbag remains in operation.
Warning: When the front passenger airbag is deactivated, the passenger's side airbag is also deactivated. All other airbags in the vehicle are operational.
Front passenger airbag switch
The key switch can be used to deactivate the front passenger airbag.
The lock switch for deactivating the front passenger airbag is located in the glove box.
1. To deactivate the front passenger airbag, turn the vehicle key to the (O).
2. The airbag is activated by turning the key to position (1).
The front passenger airbag that you switched off with the lock switch is reminded by the constant burning of the signal lamp «PASSENGER AIRBAG». Watch additionally for the indication of the control lamp «AIRBAG» on the dashboard, see Controls and instruments.
Warning: When the front passenger airbag is deactivated, the side airbag on the front passenger side is also deactivated. All other airbags in the vehicle are operational.
Child seats
Child seat classification
You may only use child seats that are officially approved and suitable for your child.
Child seats are subject to the ECE-R standard. 44.3 adopted by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
Child seats are divided into 5 groups:
Group | Weight |
0 | 0-10 kg |
0+ | up to 13 kg |
1 | 9-18 kg |
2 | 15-25 kg |
3 | 22-36 kg |
Children taller than 1.50 m can use the car's seat belts without airbags.
Child seats tested in accordance with ECE-R 44.3 are provided with a confirmation mark (big «E», placed in a circle, below the control number). The label with the marking is firmly attached to the seat.
Child seats group 0/0+
An appropriate child seat, combined with a properly fastened seat belt, can protect your child!
For infants up to about 9 months old and weighing up to 10 kg, as well as up to 18 months and weighing up to 13 kg, child seats that convert if necessary for lying down are best suited.
When installing and using child seats, observe the legal provisions and the instructions of the manufacturer of the specific system, see «Important Instructions for the Safe Use of Child Seats».
Group 1 child seats
An appropriate child seat, combined with a properly fastened seat belt, can protect your child!
For infants and young children up to about 4 years of age and weighing between 9 and 18 kg, child seats with their backs in the direction of travel or child seats with a fixing table are most suitable.
When installing and using child seats, observe the legal provisions and the instructions of the manufacturer of the specific system, see «Important Instructions for the Safe Use of Child Seats».
Group 2 child seats
An appropriate child seat, combined with a properly fastened seat belt, can protect your child!
For children up to about 7 years old and weighing between 15 and 25 kg, a combination of child seats with diagonal lap belts is most suitable.
When installing and using child seats, observe the legal provisions and the instructions of the manufacturer of the specific system, see «Important Instructions for the Safe Use of Child Seats».
Group 3 child seats
An appropriate child seat, combined with a properly fastened seat belt, can protect your child!
For children aged approximately 7 years and older, up to 150 cm tall and weighing 22 to 36 kg, child seats are most comfortable (cushion pads) combined with diagonal lap belts.
When installing and using child seats, observe the legal provisions and the instructions of the manufacturer of the specific system, see «Important Instructions for the Safe Use of Child Seats».
Child seat anchor
The approval number is on the tag. The tag is attached to the child seat.
In addition, you will also find application and weight class data there.
Child seat mounting options
The child seat can be attached to the rear seats and the front passenger seat.
To securely attach a child seat to the rear seats and to the front passenger seat, you have the following options:
Groups 0-3 child seats can be secured with a standard three-point seat belt.
Child seats groups 0.0+ and 1 with system «ISOFIX» can be fastened with fixing lugs* «ISOFIX» without using a seat belt.
Recommended list of child seat belt stowage and tension systems
Weight group | Designation «Hukepack» | Audi Genuine Accessories part number | Manufacturer | Type | Authorization number |
0 (up to 10 kg.) | G0 | 00a.019.900 | Britax Romer | Baby-safe | E1 033 01063 |
1 (9-18 kg.) | G1/G1 I SOFIX duo plus | 00A.019.901/00A.019909.A | Britax Romer/ Britax Romer | prince Duo Plus | E1 033 01058/E1033 01133 |
2 (15-25 kg.) | G2/G3 | 00A.019.903/00A.019.904 | Britax Romer/ Britax Romer | Vario/zoom | E1 033 01120/E1 033 01061 |
3 (22-36 kg.) | G3 | 00A.019.904 | Britax Romer | zoom | E1 033 01061 |
Suitability of child seats for certain seats in accordance with EU Directive 77/541
Vehicles with a lap belt in the center rear seat
Weight group | Front passenger seat | Side rear seats | Center rear seat |
0, 0+ | u*+ | u++ | O |
1 | u*+ | u++ | L1 |
2 | u* | u | L2 |
3 | u* | u | O |
- u - universal fitness
- * - move the backrest of the front passenger seat forward as far as possible / adjust it to the child seat, and lift the height-adjustable front passenger seat all the way up
- + — the front passenger seat can be equipped with fixing lugs* «ISOFIX»
- ++ — side rear seats can be equipped with fixing lugs* «ISOFIX»
- L1 - Suitable for G1 seat belt stowage and tension systems (see table above).
- L2 - suitable for G2 seatbelt stowage and tensioning systems (see table above).
- O - a seating position that is not suitable for children in this age group
Vehicles with a three-point seat belt in the center rear seat
Weight group | Front passenger seat | Side rear seats | Center rear seat |
0, 0+ | u*+ | u++ | u |
1 | u*+ | u++ | u |
2 | u* | u | u |
3 | u* | u | u |
Child seat lock
When attaching a child seat in groups 0, 0+ and 1, the child seat must always be locked!
To attach the child seat, a permanent locking of the automatic three-point belt is required. This belt lock ensures that the child seat is firmly seated in the vehicle.
The child seat is locked by fully extracting and then slowly retracting the diagonal seat belt.
1. Secure the child seat with the three-point harness according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Insert the seat belt buckle into the respective seat buckle until it is audibly engaged.
2. Completely remove the diagonal webbing of the belt.
3. Loosen the strap and make sure it is snug against the child seat. A characteristic clicking sound indicates the implementation of the blocking.
4. The tape must not come out backwards. Try pulling the belt sharply by hand. He must not move.
Unlocking the child seat
The child seat lock is released automatically as soon as the seat belt is fully retracted.
1. Press the red button in the buckle. In this case, the clasp is pushed out of the lock under the influence of the spring.
2. To facilitate the automatic retraction of the belt, pull the belt back by hand and allow it to fully retract.
Attaching a child seat using the system «ISOFIX»
Child seats with system «ISOFIX» can be quickly, easily and securely attached to the rear seat as well as the front passenger seat*.
When installing or removing the child seat, be sure to follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions.
Install the receptacles 0 in the fixing lugs (V) (between backrest and seat cushion).
Insert and slide the locking levers into the installed receiving sockets until they lock into place (2x). Check that both locks are properly engaged by trying to move the seat. It shouldn't move.
A detailed installation guide is included with the child seat.
Child seats with attachment system «ISOFIX» can be purchased from an Audi workshop.
It is possible to install a child seat attachment system «ISOFIX».
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