Notes: The list of controls and control devices depends on the vehicle version or is installed on request.
The on-board navigation system installed by the manufacturer on vehicles is accompanied by a manual for its use.
Pic. 1–34. Controls, instruments and equipment: 1 - traction control switch (ASR); 2 - ignition lock; 3 – hood opening handle; 4 – the lock handle of an adjustable steering column; 5 – driver's seat memory button; 6 - headlight corrector; 7 – the switch of management of window regulators with an electric drive; 8 - control key of the central blocking of locks; 9 – the internal handle of the lock of a door; 10 - switch for adjusting the position of the outside mirror; 11 - stalk switch of the direction indicator and headlights, cruise control control; 12 - headlight switch; 13 - side ventilation nozzle; 14 - driver's airbag; 15 – a combination of devices; 16 - stalk switch for windscreen wipers and washers, on-board computer function switch; 17 - central ventilation nozzles and air conditioning; 18 - switches for seat heating, fog lamps, rear fog lamps, rear window heater, emergency light signaling, head restraint and sunroof movement; 19 - front passenger airbag; 20 - glove box lock; 21 - radio and CD player; 22 - air conditioning control; 23 - cigarette lighter; 24 - selector lever; 25 - pocket; 26 - parking brake lever
Pic. 1–35. Instrument cluster: 1 - coolant temperature gauge; 2 - tachometer equipped with an electronic clock with digital indication; 3 - speedometer with a field of indication of the counter of a way with a service indicator; 4 - fuel reserve indicator; 5 - button «Check»; 6 – clock setting button; 7 - control lamps; 8 - digital display of the verification system «Check», outside temperature, on-board computer and automatic transmission; 9 - buttons for adjusting the intensity of the instrument panel backlight; 10 - reset key for one position of the odometer (trip meter) Note. The location of the control devices depends on the model of the car, the type of engine and transmission.
Pic. 1–36. Button layout «Check» and digital clock settings
Control devices
1 - coolant temperature . The pointer works when the ignition is on. When the ignition is switched on, the control lamp flashes for a few seconds.
If the arrow is in the left area of the scale, it is necessary to avoid increasing the engine speed and load.
When the car is moving under normal conditions, the arrow should be in the middle zone of the scale.
With a heavy load on the engine and a high outside temperature, it is possible from time to time that the arrow is in the right area of the scale. This should not cause an alarm until the lamp starts flashing.
If the coolant overheat warning light starts flashing while driving, the first thing to do is to see what temperature the coolant temperature gauge is showing.
If the needle is in the normal operating temperature range, add coolant to the cooling system as soon as possible.
If the arrow is in the right zone of the scale, the coolant temperature is too high. It is necessary to stop the car, turn off the engine and determine the cause of the increase in coolant temperature.
2 - tachometer and digital clock. In no case should the tachometer needle enter the red zone of the scale.
Timely shifting to a higher gear saves fuel and reduces engine and transmission noise!
It is necessary to switch to a lower gear as late as possible, shortly before the moment when jerks appear in the engine.
During the break-in period, avoid running the engine at high engine speeds.
3 - speedometer with a field of indication of the counter of a way (odometer) with service indicator. The upper counter shows the total distance traveled by the car, the lower one shows the daily mileage.
Pic. 1–37. Outside temperature display
Pic. 1–38. The location of the buttons for adjusting the intensity of illumination of the instrument panel
Pic. 1–39. Location of control lamps in the instrument cluster
Service-indicator
After the ignition is switched on, the display field flashes for a few seconds to inform you that the necessary service has to be carried out.
If service is not required, the symbol appears in the display field In0, which goes out when the engine is started.
If it is time for service, a message will appear on the display field for 60 seconds after starting the engine, which should appear 1000 km or 10 days before.
The following messages may be displayed:
- OEL - oil change service;
- l - main service;
- lI - additional service.
If there is an error, the display field shows dEF.
Pic. 1–40. The location of the OK indication on the display, indicating that there are no malfunctions in the Check system
Pic. 1–41. Location of the function selection switch in the wiper lever handle
Pic. 1–42. Location on the on-board computer parameter display
4 - fuel reserve indicator. The pointer works when the ignition is on.
The vehicle's fuel tank capacity is approximately 80–90 liters.
If the gauge has reached the red fuel reserve zone and the warning lamp is on, this means that there are still about 12 liters of fuel left.
5 - button «Check». If you briefly press the button several times «Check» when the ignition is on, the corresponding symbols appear. The test can be carried out with the engine running or at speeds up to 5 km/h.
If there are serious violations (red symbol) further testing is not recommended.
6 – digital clock setting button. Designed to set the time on the clock.
When setting the clock, press the left button h. If the button is held down for more than 5 seconds, the digits change at an increased speed.
When setting the minutes, press the right button min. If the button is held down for more than 5 seconds, the digits change at an increased speed.
15 seconds after releasing the buttons, the clock will operate normally.
7 - control lamps
8 - digital display. Outside temperature indication. The outside temperature appears on the display when the ignition is switched on, on vehicles with automatic transmission after the selector lever has been moved.
If the display shows °F, which means that the outside air temperature is +5…–5°C, icing is possible.
9 - buttons for adjusting the intensity of the instrument panel backlight . Push button «+» And «–» you can adjust the intensity of the instrument panel illumination when the external lighting is on.
The illumination intensity of the instrument cluster is adjusted automatically depending on the ambient light.
If necessary, the display can be turned off by pressing the button Reset on-board computer and turn it on again by pressing the button again.
10 - odometer reset key (trip meter). By pressing the button 000,0 daily odometer readings are set to 0.
Pilot lamps
The location of the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster depends on the vehicle model and engine version.
Turn indicator. The control lamp lights up with a flashing light when the left or right direction indicator is turned on, synchronously with it. If one of the direction indicator bulbs is burnt out, the indicator lamp flashes at double the frequency (except for driving with a trailer).
Discharging the battery. The control lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on, after starting the engine it goes out. The generator is driven by a durable V-belt.
If the warning lamp lights up while driving, stop, turn off the engine and check the condition of the V-belt.
If the belt tension is loose or broken, you cannot continue driving - the engine cooling system pump is not activated. Replace belt if necessary.
If the warning light is on and the coolant pump drive belt is in good condition, you can continue driving to the nearest Volkswagen workshop.
To reduce battery discharge, turn off all non-essential power consumers.
Door open alarm. If the door is not closed, the control lamp flashes, after closing the door it goes out.
Parking brake. At the included parking brake and ignition the control lamp burns. It should go out when the parking brake is released.
Anti-lock braking system (abs). The control lamp warns of a malfunction in the anti-lock and anti-slip systems with braking of a slipping wheel.
The control lamp lights up for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on or during engine start-up and goes out after the end of the process of automatic system performance check.
If the control lamp does not light up a few seconds after the ignition is turned on, does not go out, or lights up while driving, then the ABS is not working properly.
If there is a malfunction in the system, the following is possible:
- If the anti-lock braking system warning light comes on while driving, the vehicle's service brake system is functioning without anti-lock braking system. Contact a Volkswagen workshop as soon as possible;
- If the anti-lock brake system warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light, both systems are faulty.
Warning: In the event of malfunctions in the anti-lock braking and braking systems, which are signaled by both warning lamps, the rear wheels may lock up prematurely when braking. In this case, you must immediately contact a service company.
Differential lock system (EDS) with electronic control works together with ABS. A malfunction in the EDS is indicated by the ABS warning lamp lighting up. Try to contact a service company as soon as possible.
Direction indicator when driving with a trailer. The warning lamp flashes together with the direction indicators on the vehicle and trailer. If one of the direction indicator lamps on the car or trailer fails, the indicator lamp does not flash.
External lighting. The control lamp burns at inclusion of external illumination and ignition.
CAT - catalytic converter (only for vehicles with V8 engines). The control lamp flashes during functional control after the ignition is switched on and goes out after the engine has warmed up.
If the control lamp lights up while driving, it means that there is a danger of overheating of the converter due to engine malfunctions. It is necessary to stop the car and cool the engine.
AIRBAG - airbag system. After switching on the ignition, the control lamp lights up for about 3 seconds. On vehicles with the front passenger airbag deactivated, the warning lamp flashes for approximately 12 seconds.
If the lamp does not go out or lights up while driving, the airbag system is defective. Such a system must be immediately checked by a service company.
High beam headlights. The control lamp burns at the included main beam of headlights and at giving of a light signal.
Electronic anti-theft system. When the ignition is switched on, the ignition key code is automatically requested. Comparison of data is confirmed by short-term switching on of the control lamp. If an uncoded key is used, the control lamp starts flashing with short breaks - the car cannot be used.
ASR - traction control system with engine torque reduction. The control lamp lights up at inclusion of ignition and should go out approximately in 2 with. The lamp flashes when driving during the operation of the traction control system. When the traction control system is turned off or if its operation is disturbed, the control lamp lights up constantly. Since the traction control system works in conjunction with the anti-lock braking system and the traction control system with braking of the slipping wheel, if the anti-lock braking system malfunctions, (ABS) the traction control warning light is also on (ASR).
AUTO–Check. The automatic control system, when the ignition is on and while driving, constantly monitors the performance of certain functions and the condition of individual vehicle components.
An audible signal and a red or yellow, depending on the degree of importance of the malfunction or repair, light icon in the instrument cluster indicates a malfunction and the need for repair or maintenance.
A minor fault is only indicated when the major fault has been rectified.
In addition, a message text appears on the display to confirm red or yellow light pictograms.
The text of the message and related driver instructions are available in one of five foreign languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish or Portuguese (depending on the country for which the car is produced).
Major Faults (red pictograms)
Brake system malfunctions.
Insufficient level or overheating of the coolant in the cooling system.
Emergency oil pressure reduction in the lubrication system.
When a violation occurs in certain systems and devices, an icon appears after the ignition is turned on. At the same time, the corresponding triple beep sounds.
High priority pictograms warn of danger, so stop, turn off the engine, repair the problem, and, if necessary, seek qualified technical assistance.
If several primary faults occur at the same time, the icons appear one after the other for approximately 2 seconds each. The icons flash until the problem is corrected.
Faults of minor importance (yellow pictograms)
Violation of the stop lamps.
The dipped beam lamp or tail lamp burned out.
The brake pads are unacceptably worn.
Insufficient fluid level in the washer reservoir.
Minimum amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
The battery voltage is too low or too high.
Speeding warning.
When a yellow icon appears, one beep sounds. The appearance of icons indicates a warning. You should respond to them as quickly as possible. If there are several warnings, the icons appear one after the other for about 2 seconds each.
Instructions for the driver. When the priority symbol flashes, the driver can display a message text on the display. For example: «SOFQRT MOTOR ADSTELLEN, OLSTAND PRUFEN» («Turn off the engine, check the oil level»).
To do this, click on the button Check. The text message will switch 5 seconds after the button is released.
Odometer and digital clock. With the ignition on, press the button Check, and the odometer and digital clock will turn on for 15 seconds.
Operation of vehicles with a manual transmission
After switching on the ignition, press the brake pedal.
If there are no faults, the symbol appears first «BREMSLICHT» («stop signal»), which should go out after pressing the brake pedal.
If checked by the system Check functions are normal, then the inscription is displayed for a few seconds OK.
If there are malfunctions, they are displayed after the ignition is turned on and the corresponding sound signal is given.
At a priority 2 error, characters appear alternately «BREMSLICHT» («stop signal») and mistakes. After pressing the brake pedal, only the error symbol appears on the display.
If no message appears on the display OK, no error notification, no need to check the system Check.
Operation of vehicles with automatic transmission
After switching on the ignition in the position of the selector lever R and N an indication appears «BEIM EINLEGEN EINER FAHRSTUFE IM STAND FUSSBREMSE BETATIGEN» («While moving the selector lever, press the brake pedal»).
When moving the selector lever (provisions R, D etc.) the instruction to the driver is cancelled.
Indicator
If checked by the system Check functions are normal, then the inscription is displayed for a few seconds OK.
If one or more faults are present, the driver's note disappears approximately 15 seconds after the engine is started and the fault symbols appear on the display.
Speed warning
The speed is stored in the memory, which the car must not exceed. If the speed exceeds the memorized speed by 10 km/h, an audible signal sounds and a warning symbol appears on the display km/h.
The warning symbol goes out if the driving speed is reduced to the set value and if the driving speed is increased by 40 km/h for no more than 30 seconds.
Speed memory
Indicator Faults secondary importance blinking.
Press briefly on the button Check at the moment when the speedometer shows the required speed. The speed recorded in the memory is saved until the next recording.
Malfunctions during vehicle operation
The automatic control system constantly monitors the performance of certain functions and the condition of individual vehicle components. Malfunctions in operation and the need for repairs are indicated by an audible signal and, depending on the severity of the malfunction, a symbol in the instrument cluster.
Brake system. The symbol appears when the brake fluid level is insufficient. Stop the car and check the brake fluid level.
If the level in the tank falls below the MIN·mark, proceed with extreme caution to the nearest service company.
In the event of a malfunction in the ABS, the control of the braking force of the rear brakes is stopped, so the brakes tend to block the rear wheels earlier.
Warnings: If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low, you should immediately find the nearest service company to check the working brake system. When driving to a workshop, press the brake pedal harder when braking and take into account the possibility of increasing the braking distance and pedal free play.
If the brake fluid level is normal, normal operation of the ABS may be impaired. In this case, when braking, there is a danger of early blocking of the rear wheels. Under certain circumstances, this can lead to failures in the operation of the rear brakes.
You must immediately proceed with extreme caution to the nearest service company to eliminate the malfunction.
Coolant temperature/coolant level. If the symbol lights up or flashes while driving, the temperature may be too high or the coolant level may be too low.
You should stop, turn off the engine and check the coolant level, if necessary, bring it to normal.
If the coolant level is normal, the malfunction of the cooling system may be caused by a malfunction of the fan. Check fan fuse and replace if necessary.
If the control lamp does not go out, and the coolant level is normal and the fan fuse is good, you must stop driving - qualified assistance is needed.
If the cause is a faulty fan, provided that the coolant level is correct and the symbol on the display has disappeared, you can continue driving to the nearest Audi workshop. In order to use the oncoming air flow to cool the liquid, if possible, do not allow the engine to idle and drive at low speed.
Engine oil pressure. If the symbol appears while driving, you must stop, turn off the engine, check the engine oil level and, if necessary, bring it to normal.
If the symbol flashes despite the fact that the engine oil level is correct, you cannot continue driving. The engine is not allowed to run even at idle - qualified assistance is needed.
Violation of the lamps of the brake system (brake lights do not light up). Stop lamps that are not burning or only flashing may be the result of the following defects:
- brake lights burnt out;
- unreliable contact of the lamp in the cartridge;
- broken electrical circuit power lamps;
- brake light switch defective.
Violation of the dipped beam and rear lamps. Violation can be caused by the following defects:
- burned out incandescent lamps;
- unreliable contact of the lamp in the cartridge;
- the electrical circuit of the lamp supply is broken.
Excessive brake pad wear. Have an Audi dealer check the condition of the brake pads.
Since the brake pad wear indicator indicates wear on the front brake pads only, it is recommended to check the condition of the rear brake pads at the same time as replacing the front brake pads.
Windshield washer fluid. The symbol appears when there is insufficient level of windscreen washer fluid in the reservoir.
Top up with windshield and headlight washer fluid.
Minimum fuel supply. The vehicle needs to be filled with fuel.
The battery voltage is too low or too high. Have an Audi Dealership check the condition (and tension) V-ribbed belt, voltage regulator and battery.
Overspeed warning. If the set speed is exceeded, the speed must be reduced.
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