Vehicle instruction manual Audi A8 D2
Car keys
Fig. 1–1. Keys: A – main key; B – repair key; C – backup key; D – key fob with identification number The car comes with two main keys A (Fig. 1–1) and one...
Fig. 1–1. Keys: A – main key; B – repair key; C – backup key; D – key fob with identification number The car comes with two main keys A (Fig. 1–1) and one...
Car doors
Opening from the outside Fig. 1–2. Directions for opening and locking the door lock Open the door lock and pull up on the outside door handle to open the door...
Opening from the outside Fig. 1–2. Directions for opening and locking the door lock Open the door lock and pull up on the outside door handle to open the door...
Electric windows
Fig. 1–9. Location of window lift switches in the driver's door armrest: A – driver's door; B – front passenger door; C – right rear door; D – left rear door;...
Fig. 1–9. Location of window lift switches in the driver's door armrest: A – driver's door; B – front passenger door; C – right rear door; D – left rear door;...
Installation of mirrors
Interior mirror The rear view mirror is adjusted using a drive lever. The mirror can be set by turning the lever to one of two positions. In the basic...
Interior mirror The rear view mirror is adjusted using a drive lever. The mirror can be set by turning the lever to one of two positions. In the basic...
Airbag system
Front airbags The front airbag system, in conjunction with the seat belts, provides additional protection for the heads and upper bodies of the driver and...
Front airbags The front airbag system, in conjunction with the seat belts, provides additional protection for the heads and upper bodies of the driver and...
Seats, headrests and armrests
Front seats Correct installation of seats is necessary to ensure: access to controls; comfort of travel; maximum efficiency of seat belts and airbags. Driver's...
Front seats Correct installation of seats is necessary to ensure: access to controls; comfort of travel; maximum efficiency of seat belts and airbags. Driver's...
Steering column adjustment
Fig. 1–26. Directions of movement of the locking handle (A) during mechanical adjustment of the steering column position Mechanical adjustment The steering...
Fig. 1–26. Directions of movement of the locking handle (A) during mechanical adjustment of the steering column position Mechanical adjustment The steering...
Parking brake
To apply the parking brake, pull up firmly parking brake lever . If the road has a large slope, you should additionally engage first gear or set the automatic...
To apply the parking brake, pull up firmly parking brake lever . If the road has a large slope, you should additionally engage first gear or set the automatic...
Automatic transmission
The automatic transmission control system provides for various transmission operation programs. Depending on the driver's actions or the vehicle's driving...
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The automatic transmission control system provides for various transmission operation programs. Depending on the driver's actions or the vehicle's driving...
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Ignition switch
Warnings: To avoid damaging the electronic unit in the key head, use the key carefully. Remove the key from the ignition only after the vehicle has come to a...
Warnings: To avoid damaging the electronic unit in the key head, use the key carefully. Remove the key from the ignition only after the vehicle has come to a...
Starting the engine
General instructions Warnings: There is a risk of poisoning when running the engine in a closed area! Before starting the engine, the manual transmission shift...
General instructions Warnings: There is a risk of poisoning when running the engine in a closed area! Before starting the engine, the manual transmission shift...
Controls, instruments and equipment
Notes: The list of controls and instrumentation depends on the vehicle version or is installed to order. The on-board navigation system installed by the...
Notes: The list of controls and instrumentation depends on the vehicle version or is installed to order. The on-board navigation system installed by the...
On-board computer
Switch Function selection switch (arrow) and reset button (Reset) are located in the windshield wiper lever handle. The functions are displayed with the...
Switch Function selection switch (arrow) and reset button (Reset) are located in the windshield wiper lever handle. The functions are displayed with the...
Switches and switches
Fig. 1–43. Location of switches and controls on the instrument panel: 1, 8 – seat heating controls; 2 – fog lights; 3 – rear fog light; 4 – rear window...
Fig. 1–43. Location of switches and controls on the instrument panel: 1, 8 – seat heating controls; 2 – fog lights; 3 – rear fog light; 4 – rear window...
Glass cleaners and washers
The windshield wipers and washers only operate when the ignition is on. Warning: In cold weather, before using the windscreen wipers for the first time, check...
The windshield wipers and washers only operate when the ignition is on. Warning: In cold weather, before using the windscreen wipers for the first time, check...
Heating and ventilation
Air supply nozzles Fig. 1–50. Direction of air flow supplied to the vehicle interior: 1 – to the bottom of the windshield; 2 – to the windshield and side...
Air supply nozzles Fig. 1–50. Direction of air flow supplied to the vehicle interior: 1 – to the bottom of the windshield; 2 – to the windshield and side...
Air Conditioning Control
When the air conditioner is operating, the temperature of the air coming from the nozzles and ventilation grilles, the fan speed and the distribution of air...
When the air conditioner is operating, the temperature of the air coming from the nozzles and ventilation grilles, the fan speed and the distribution of air...
Autonomous heating and ventilation system
The constant interior heating system operates independently of the engine and air conditioning from a separate battery located in the luggage compartment. The...
The constant interior heating system operates independently of the engine and air conditioning from a separate battery located in the luggage compartment. The...
Control symbols
autonomous heating notification watch. 1 2 3 program number notification – clock button heating (heating or fresh air supply) countdown button countdown button...
autonomous heating notification watch. 1 2 3 program number notification – clock button heating (heating or fresh air supply) countdown button countdown button...
Opening and closing the hood
Fig. 1–61. Hood release handle Fig. 1–62. Hood release handle To unlock the hood, pull out the handle located on the side pillar on the left under the...
Fig. 1–61. Hood release handle Fig. 1–62. Hood release handle To unlock the hood, pull out the handle located on the side pillar on the left under the...
Engine bay
Warning: Be especially careful when working in the engine compartment. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. Turn on parking brake . Set the...
Warning: Be especially careful when working in the engine compartment. Turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. Turn on parking brake . Set the...
Car radio
Technical specifications Anti-theft protection Encoding device with four-digit code Output power, W 4 x 20 6 x 20 (Audi A8) Speaker power, W: front doors rear...
Technical specifications Anti-theft protection Encoding device with four-digit code Output power, W 4 x 20 6 x 20 (Audi A8) Speaker power, W: front doors rear...
Seat belts
Correctly adjusted seat belts keep the driver and passengers in place while driving and are an effective means of protection against serious injury in an...
Correctly adjusted seat belts keep the driver and passengers in place while driving and are an effective means of protection against serious injury in an...
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