Parking and maneuvering
Introduction
Depending on the vehicle equipment, various parking aids will help you when parking and maneuvering. Parking aid The rear parking system provides audible warnings about obstacles behind the vehicle = page 144. The parking aid plus assists you while parking using audio and visual signals to warn you about objects detected in front of, behind, and next to* the vehicle > page 145. The rearview camera shows the area behind the vehicle in the center display. The lines in the rearview camera image help you to park and maneuver > page 147. The peripheral cameras are an addition to the rearview camera and help you to see various areas around the vehicle while parking and maneuvering page 147. The rear cross-traffic assist can warn you of approaching cross traffic when driving in reverse or exiting a parking space page 150. Assisted parking Park assist helps you to locate suitable parking spaces and to park in them and exit them. Park assist controls the steering movements when parking in free parking spaces. The driver is still responsible for accelerating, braking, and shifting gears. The driver must always monitor the area around the vehicle and supervise the process of parking or exiting a parking space page 151. Possible settings You can adjust parking aid functions according to your preferences. The possible settings depend on the vehicle equipment. Some settings are only available via [=] and under certain conditions. — Rear volume > page 144 — Automatic activation > page 145 — Front and rear volume = page 146
~ Entertainment fader page 146. View page 149 ~ Rear cross-traffic assist page 150
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
Audi recommends practicing parking in a traffic-free location or parking lot to become familiar with the systems. Practice parking in good light and weather conditions.
Rear parking system Applies to: vehicles with rear parking system General information
The rear parking system is an audible aid only. If, the rear bumper sensors detect an obstacle, audible signals will warn you about it. The system is always active when the reverse gear is engaged while the engine is running. Audio signals The closer your vehicle gets to a detected obstacle, the shorter the time between the audible signals. A continuous tone sounds when the obstacle is less than approximately 1ft (0.30 meters) away. Do not continue backing up >).
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume to your preferences. The settings depend on the vehicle equipment. > Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Parking aid.
Possible settings: Rear volume - Volume for the rear area. Entertainment fader - The volume of the audio/ video source is lowered when the parking aid is activated.
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— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
— There are areas around the vehicle that the sensors cannot detect. Objects, animals, and people may only be detected with limitations may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
Keep enough distance from the curb to avoid damage to the rims.
If the distance to an obstacle remains constant, the volume of the distance warning gradually lowers after a few seconds until it is muted (this does not apply to the continuous tone). If the obstacle comes closer than it was before the sound was muted, the tone will sound again. If the obstacle becomes farther away than it was before the sound was muted, no tone will sound. Pay attention to the vehicle's surroundings when you start to drive.
Parking aid plus
Applies to: vehicles with parking aid plus
Fig. 100 Center console: parking aid button.
General information
The parking aid assists when parking and maneuvering by providing warnings about obstacles. If
the ultrasonic sensors on the vehicle > page 113, fig. 75 detect an obstacle, the system will provide audio and visual warnings. Activating and deactivating Requirement: the vehicle speed must be under approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
» Press the Put button @ in the center console.
Automatic activation
> The system activates automatically when reverse gear is engaged while the engine is running.
If Automatic activation is switched on in the MMI and if the vehicle approaches an obstacle when driving forward at speeds below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h), the parking aid will activate automatically. Audible signals will sound once the obstacle is within the sensor detection area.
» Applies to: MMI: To switch Automatic at
tion on or off, select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Parking aid > Automatic activation.
Automatic deactivation
The distance indicator for the parking aid will deactivate automatically when driving forward faster than approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
Keep enough distance from the curb to avoid damage to the rims.
If the parking aid is deactivated, it can only be reactivated automatically when one of the following conditions is met: ~The vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph
(10 km/h) ~The ignition is switched off and back on
again ~The parking brake is set and then released >
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~The “P” selector lever position is engaged and released again
Applies to: vehicles with parking aid plus
Fig. 101 Center display: distance display
If the sensors detect an obstacle, audible and visual signals will warn you. Visual warnings The visual warnings in the center display help you to detect the critical vehicle area and to estimate the distance to an obstacle.
Red segments (@) show detected obstacles that are in your vehicle's path. The red lines @) mark the expected direction of travel based on the steering angle. A white segment @) indicates a detected obstacle that is outside of the vehicle's path. The closer your vehicle comes to the obstacle, the closer the segments will move to the vehicle. The collision area has been reached when the next to last segment is displayed. Obstacles in the collision area, including those outside of the vehicle's path, are shown in red. Do not continue driving farther. Audio signals The closer your vehicle gets to a detected obstacle, the shorter the time between the audible signals. A continuous tone sounds when an obstacle is less than approximately 1 foot (0.30 m) away from the front or rear of the vehicle. A continuous tone sounds when an obstacle is less than approximately 0.7 feet (0.20 m) away from the sides* of the vehicle. Do not continue driving forward or in reverse 2@).
» To deactivate audio signals when parking or exiting a parking space, press “in the center dis146
play. The audio signals will be automatically activated again the next time the parking aid is activated.
Adjusting the volume You can adjust the volume to your preferences. The settings depend on the vehicle equipment. > Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Parking aid, or
» Press [-]in the center display when the parking aid is active.
Possible settings: Front volume - Volume for the front and side* area. Rear volume - Volume for the rear area.
Entertainment fader - The volume of the audio/ video source is lowered when the parking aid is activated.
Error messages If P4 appears, the sensor in the respective area or the speaker is faulty. Drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired. If is displayed in the MMI, the ultrasonic sensor indicated is icy or dirty. Clean the area in front of the sensors page 114. 1 or Gidis displayed when there is a malfunction, the parking aid functions may be unavailable or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors page 114 and try to turn on the systems again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
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= Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which the surrounding area cannot be detected. Objects, animals, and people may only be detected with limitations may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
— Keep enough distance from the curb to. avoid damage to the rims.
— Applies to: vehicles with park assist: If you park in short parking spaces using park assist, a continuous tone will sound from the parking aid when the distance to an object is less than approximately 0.7 feet (0.20 m). Do not continue driving farther.
~The segments in the side area” are detected and analyzed when passing. If you switch the ignition off and on again or open the door, or if the vehicle is stationary for a period of time, the surrounding area may have changed in the meantime. In this case, the area will appear black until the area has been detected and evaluated.
= If the distance to an obstacle remains constant, the volume of the distance warning gradually lowers after a few seconds until it is muted (this does not apply to the continuous tone). If the obstacle comes closer than it was before the sound was muted, the tone will sound again. If the obstacle becomes farther away than it was before the sound was muted, no tone will sound. Pay attention to the vehicle's surroundings when you start to drive.
Rearview camera and peripheral cameras Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a rearview camera or multiple peripheral cameras may be available. The rearview camera helps you to park or maneuver using the orientation lines. The peripheral cameras expand the vehicle overview to include various views around the vehicle that can be selected.
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 172.
Activating and deactivating Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras
Fig. 102 Center console: parking aid button
Activating and deactivating > Press the Pus button (@) in the center console, or
» Presson in the center display if the visual distance indicator page 146, fig. 101 is shown.
The system can be activated at low speeds, such when maneuvering. Automatic activation
The system activates automatically when reverse gear is engaged while the engine is running. = >
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Automatic deactivation
The system will deactivate automatically once the vehicle exceeds a certain speed while driving forward.
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
Applies to: vehicles with rearview camera/peripheral cameras
Fig. 103 Center display: aiming at a parking spot
Visual orientation lines
@ The orange orientation lines show the vehicle's direction of travel >@. Turn the steering wheel until the orange orientation lines align with the parking space.
@ You can use the horizontal blue markings to help you estimate the distance to an obstacle. Each marking represents approximately 3 feet (1 meter).
@ You can recognize the rear bumper in the lower display.
@ You should stop driving in reverse when the red orientation line touches the edge of an object, at the latest.
symbols Applies to: vehicles with peripheral cameras, If 2/&/< is displayed and the display area represented by that symbol is not available, then the camera on the that side is not available. The
power exterior mirrors may have been folded in ora door or the luggage compartment lid may have been opened. If #% is displayed, there is a system malfunction and the display area represented by that symbol is not available. The camera is not working in this area. If one of the symbols continues to be displayed, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired.
dh — Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which the surrounding area cannot be detected. Objects, animals, and people may only be detected with limitations may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
— The orange orientation lines @ show the di: rection the rear of the vehicle will be traveling, based on the steering wheel angle. The front of the vehicle swings out more than the rear of the vehicle. Maintain plenty of distance so that an exterior mirror or a corner of the vehicle does not collide with any obstacles.
— Keep enough distance from the curb to avoid damage to the rims.
~ Only use the images provided by the camera on the rear of the vehicle when the luggage compartment lid is completely closed. Make sure any objects you may have mounted on the luggage compartment lid do not block the rearview camera.
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erating the peripheral cameras Applies to: vehicles with peripheral cameras
» To select a view, press @ - @ or tap in an area to show the vehicle in the side view ).
Selecting a view in the side area The vehicle surroundings are shown in the side area of the display. You can switch between a visual display (Graphic) and the vehicle surroundings (Camera).
Fig. 104 Center display: peripheral cameras
» Select [=] > View in the center display when the On vehicles with peripheral cameras, you can se- parking aid is active. lect among different views.
Selecting the views > To display the entire selection bar, tap the current view @) or swipe at the edge of the selection bar from left to right.
Front corner This view makes it easier to drive out of tight parking spaces or areas and or Display selection | intersections with poor visibility. It shows an almost 180° panorama view
bar in front of the vehicle.
This view assists you in using the full area for maneuvering in front of the Front vehicle.
This view helps you to maneuver and position the vehicle more precisely. Surroundings _ | The area around the vehicle is shown using the camera images. The vehicle image is shown by the system > A\.
This view assists you in using the full area for maneuvering behind the ve-
Rear hicle. This is the rearview camera image. This view can assist you when driving out of tight parking spaces or areas
Rear corner _| with poor visibility. It shows an almost 180° panorama view behind the vehicle.
7 This view helps you to see the distance between the front tires and the Front tires : : curb and the steering wheel angle when parking. a This view helps you to detect the distance between the rear wheels and Rear tires / o |
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the curb when parking. Steering wheel an- |The red lines represent the estimated direction of travel based on the
gle steering wheel angle 2@.
1 Requirement: The vehicle surroundings (Camera) must be selected in the View in the side area.
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= Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
~The Surroundings view is created from the individual camera images. The vehicle image is shown by the system. Objects and obstacles above the camera are not displayed.
Only use the images provided by the camera on the rear of the vehicle when the luggage compartment lid is completely closed. Make sure any objects you may have mounted on the luggage compartment lid do not block the rearview camera.
— Depending on the selected gear, it will automatically switch between the Front and Rear views. If you switch the view manually, the automatic front/rear camera change will be temporarily deactivated.
When first activated while a forward gear is engaged, the Front corner is displayed.
Rear cross-traffic assist
Fig. 105 Sensor detection range for rear cross-traffic assist
Fig. 106 Center display: rear cross-traffic assist display
General information
The rear cross-traffic assist monitors the area behind and next to the vehicle using radar sensors at the rear corners of the vehicle. The system can detect moving objects that are approaching, such as vehicles > fig. 105. A display in the MMI @) and various warnings provide assistance when exiting a parking space. Requirements for using the rear cross-traffic assist: ~The parking aid is active page 144. ~The speed while driving backwards is not higher
than approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). Displays, warnings, and braking — Display: the display @ appears only when the
parking aid is active. In vehicles with peripheral cameras, the display only appears in the Rear and Rear corner camera views. Arrows show the direction from which the cross traffic is approaching.
— Audible warnings: an audio signal may sound as an additional warning when driving in reverse.
~ Automatic brake activation: if you do not react to a warning, a brief braking by the system can warn you of a potential collision with an approaching object.
The audible warning signal and the automatic brake activation occur only when driving in reverse. Switching the rear cross-traffic assist on and off ~ Applies to MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Parking aid > Rear cross-traffic assist, or
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— Select [=] > Rear cross-traffic assist in the center display when the parking system is active.
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» is displayed when there is a malfunction, the rear cross traffic assist functions may be unavailable or may be limited. A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area of the sensors at the rear corners of the vehicle page 114, fig. 78 and try to turn the system on again later. If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
~The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide alerts about people and cannot warn you about every type of approaching objects, such as cyclists. Always monitor the traffic as well as the vehicle's surroundings with direct eye contact.
~The system may not react at all or it may not react on time when objects are approaching very quickly.
~The rear cross-traffic assist will not provide alerts if your vehicle is parallel parked or if your vehicle is pulled too far into the parking space so that it is hidden by adjacent vehicles.
— Once an automatic brake activation occurs,
the system cannot initiate another activation for several seconds.
~ System functions may not be available if the ESC is limited or switched off, or if there is a malfunction.
~ If there is an audio warning signal from the rear cross-traffic assist, then the parking aid may not be able to provide audio warnings
about detected obstacles under certain circumstances.
~The system complies with United States FCC regulations and ISED regulations page 288.
~The coverage areas of the sensors fig. 105 are diagrams and do not represent a trueto-scale image of the sensor ranges.
Assisted parking General information
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
If your vehicle is equipped with park assist, this system helps you find suitable parking spaces. Parking spaces are measured using ultrasonic sensors on the sides of the vehicle. The system helps with the process of parking or exiting a parking space while the driver monitors the vehicle's surroundings with the parking aids, cameras*, and direct eye contact. The vehicle moves the steering wheel autonomously.
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
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Applies to: vehicles with park assist
The following parking options may be available, depending on the time of activation: ~ After trying to park on your own page 152.
— After a prior parking space search
Parking options Backing into parallel parking spaces Backing into perpendicular parking spaces Driving forward into perpendicular parking spaces that you have already driven past
@ Driving forward into perpendicular parking spaces
Options for exiting parking spaces Exiting parallel parking spaces
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Fig. 108 Center console: park assist button
The system can be activated to complete a parking process if you have already driven forward or backward partially into a parking space. Requirement: you have driven into the parking space on your own and the vehicle is far enough into the parking space that the system was able to measure the parking space.
» If necessary, apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a stop.
» To activate the assisted parking, press the Pe button (@) in the center console. The message Start automatic parking procedure will appear in the center display.
» Confirm the message in the center display and start the assisted parking process > page 154.
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Fig. 109 Center display: activated parking space search
Parking options display Arrows and symbols indicate the necessary actions, such as continuing to drive forward or applying the brakes Parking space detected and selected by the system
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Activating the parking space search
» To activate the parking space search, press the Pe button @ in the center console page 152, fig. 108, or
» To activate the parking space search when the parking aid is activated, press Pa in the center display.
The display for the parking space search appears in the center display fig. 109. Searching for parking spaces > Drive forward to the row of parking spaces at a
low speed. For the best parking results, the vehicle should be approximately 3 feet (1m) from the row of parking spaces.
» The parking space search is first done on the side of your lane. To switch the side to park on, turn on the turn signal for the other side or press that side next to the vehicle in the center display.
Selecting the parking space If the system finds a parking space that could be suitable for the vehicle length and width, it will be displayed. The system automatically suggests a parking option @.
If the parking space allows different parking options, they can be selected manually. Press one of the suggested parking options @ in the center display. Starting the parking process To reach the correct starting position, follow the visual instructions in the center display @). Once the vehicle has reached the correct position, a P will appear above the selected parking space @).
» Keep the vehicle as parallel as possible to the parked vehicles or to the side of the road.
» Make sure that the parking space is suitable for your vehicle 2@.
» Start the assisted parking process > page 154.
Maneuvering area The vehicle can go off course during the parking process @ (\. If there are obstacles within the maneuvering area that block or endanger the parking process, for example on the opposite
side of the street, a message may appear. You may need to drive farther forward and stay closer to the row of parking spaces.
— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
~The driver is always responsible when entering or exiting a parking space and during similar maneuvers.
~ Sensors and cameras have spots in which the surrounding area cannot be detected. Objects, animals, and people may only be detected with limitations may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
— Parking spaces classified as suitable by the system may have been detected incorrectly. The driver must decide if the parking space displayed is suitable for the vehicle.
~ Certain conditions near the parking space may cause the parking process to fail, such as if the parking space is near trees or posts, or if the ground is covered, for example, with gravel, snow, or ice.
= If you did not drive past a suitable parking space too quickly, the system can also be activated afterwards by pressing Pé in the center display.
~The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) must not be switched off during the parking process. If the ESC intervenes, the parking process will be canceled.
~The system is not available when certain assist systems are switched on.
~If there are suitable parking spaces on both sides of the street, for example on a oneway street, you can change the side where the system is searching for parking spaces by activating the turn signal for the other side or by pressing on that side in the center display.
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= The park systems do not provide support for assisted parking on tight curves.
Park assist General information
Applies to: vehicles with park assist
The park assist helps you when parking and exiting parking spaces after the parking space search. The park assist takes over the steering of the vehicle while the driver accelerates, brakes, and monitors the vehicle's surroundings. Park assist can be interrupted at any time.
— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
~The driver is always responsible when entering or exiting a parking space and during similar maneuvers.
— Do not use this function if the vehicle cannot move freely, for example when on a vehicle jack.
— Sensors and cameras have spots in which the surrounding area cannot be detected. Objects, animals, and people may only be detected with limitations may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
—Do not use the park assist systems when transporting cargo that extends out of the vehicle, when snow chains are mounted, or when the parking space is on a hill or incline.
—Park assist guides the vehicle either away from curbs or onto them if other vehicles are parked on the curb. Make sure that your vehicle's tires and rims are not damaged. Resume control of the vehicle in time or stop the process of parking or exiting the parking space.
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Follow the legal regulations in the country where you are located when using Park assist.
Parking with the park assists Applies to: vehicles with park assist Requirement: a suitable parking space must be found and selected page 157. The vehicle must initially be stationary. In the center display, arrows and symbols on the vehicle roof @ page 152, fig. 109 indicate what action is needed, such as applying the brakes or changing the direction. Park assist automatically steers the vehicle into the parking space while the driver presses the pedals.
» After stopping the vehicle briefly, make sure
the actual direction the vehicle is traveling matches the direction indicated by the park assist.
» Remove your hands from the steering wheel.
» Pay attention to the path of the vehicle. If the
traffic situation permits, accelerate carefully A\. The maximum parking speed is approximately 4 mph (7 km/h).
» Follow the visual instructions in the center display and the warning tones until the parking process has ended.
— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
~The park assist is an assist system. The driver is still responsible for monitoring the vehicle’s surroundings and preventing collisions when using the system.
—When using park assist to drive into or out of a parking space, the steering wheel turns quickly on its own. Reaching into the steering wheel spokes while this is happening can result in injury.
You can also cancel the driving direction set by the system by shifting between a forward >
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gear and reverse gear. Based on the position of the vehicle, the system then calculates the additional steering and driving directions for maneuvering.
Exiting parking spaces with park assist Applies to: vehicles with park assist If you parked the vehicle in a parallel parking space, park assist can help you drive out of it. In the center display, arrows and symbols on the vehicle roof @ > page 152, fig. 109 indicate what action is needed, such as applying the brakes or changing the direction. Park assist automatically steers the vehicle out of the parking space while the driver presses the pedals.
» Start the engine. > Press the Pe button in the center console. > Wait until a message appears in the center display that specifies the direction of travel required to exit the parking space.
» Activate the turn signal on the desired side or press that side next to the vehicle in the center display.
» Make sure the actual direction the vehicle is traveling matches the direction indicated by the park assist.
» Remove your hands from the steering wheel.
» Pay attention to the path of the vehicle. If the
traffic situation permits, accelerate carefully > AX. The maximum speed for exiting a parking space is 3 mph (5 km/h).
» Follow the visual instructions in the display and the warning tones until the vehicle has finished exiting the parking space.
> The process of exiting the parking space has ended if additional corrective movements are no longer necessary and the specified steering wheel angle is sufficient to drive out of the parking space. Resume control of the steering wheel >@.
~ Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 112.
~The park assist is an assist system. The driver is still responsible for monitoring the vehicle's surroundings and preventing collisions when using the system.
—When using park assist to drive into or out of a parking space, the steering wheel turns quickly on its own. Reaching into the steering wheel spokes while this is happening can result in injury.
Resume steering immediately after the last corrective movement and the takeover prompt, so that the specified steering wheel angle is not recentered.
Interrupting the park assist Applies to: vehicles with park assist
Park assist will be canceled automatically in the following scenarios: —You switch the system off. —You start steering. ~The speed is too high. ~The time limit is exceeded. —An obstacle is detected. — ESC intervenes.
Resume control of the vehicle, end the park assist manually, or: —You can resume the parking process in some
situations. Press the Pe button in the center console.
~To continue exiting the parking space, switch the engine off and on. Press the Pe button in the center console.
Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras page 112.
Messages Applies to: vehicles with park assist if the I. Hl or BB indicator light turns on, the park assist is not available or was interrupted. >
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‘A message that indicates the cause and possible solution may appear with some displays. The weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor may be covered. Clean the area in front of the sensors page 174 and try to turn the system on again later. If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
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