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2023 Audi A5 Owners Manual - Driving information



Driving information

Speed warning system

Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system The speed warning system helps the driver to stay below a specified maximum speed. A warning threshold can be set in the MMI for this purpose. Once the speed slightly exceeds the stored threshold, the speed warning system will alert the driver with an indicator in the instrument cluster and a warning tone. Once the speed drops below the stored maximum speed, the indicator will turn off. Setting a threshold is recommended if you would like to be reminded when you reach a certain maximum speed. Situations where you may want to do so include driving in a country with a general speed limit or if there is a specified maximum speed for winter tires.

@ Ts Regardless of the speed warning system, you should always monitor your speed using the speedometer and make sure you are adhering to the legal speed limit.

Setting the warning threshold Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system > Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Speed warning.

Messages Applies to: vehicles with speed warning system The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment: (&) © Manually set Xx mph (km/h) warning threshold exceeded

The stored speed was exceeded.

Camera-based traffic sign recognition

Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition

Fig. 110 Instrument cluster traffic sign recognition

The traffic sign recognition shows the traffic signs detected by the front camera in the instrument cluster display and in the head-up display*. Data from the navigation system is also included in the display. Up to three traffic signs can be displayed in the instrument cluster at once. The speed limit that is currently applicable is displayed in the status line. If necessary, it will be hidden if the system detects that turning right is prohibited at a red light. The display in the headup display* can be switched off > page 26. Within the limits of the system and depending on the market, speed limit restrictions @ in school zones, highways, construction zones, or at night may be displayed Limitations

The traffic sign recognition is subject to certain system limitations and may be unavailable or only partially available in the following situations:

When visibility is poor, such as in snow, rain, fog, or heavy spray

—When there is glare, for example from oncoming traffic or the sun

—At high speeds ~ If the camera's visual field © page 129 is cov-

ered, for example by dirt or stickers. For information on cleaning, see © page 272.

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If the traffic signs are completely or partially covered, for example by trees, snow, dirt, or other vehicles

= If traffic signs do not conform to the standard format

~ If traffic signs are damaged or bent — If traffic signs are displayed on sign holders with electronic signs

= If the traffic signs or the roadways have changed, and the navigation data is no longer up-to-date

— Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras ® page 128.

— Under some circumstances, traffic sign reccognition may not detect traffic signs correctly or detect them at all. As a result, the system may not display the correct speed limit or any speed limit.

— Traffic sign recognition does not adapt your vehicle's speed to match the speed limit.

~The display in the instrument cluster is based on the units of measurement used for speed in the country where the vehicle is being operated. As a result, a display of 50 in the instrument cluster can mean either mph or km/h, depending on the country.

Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition Accessing traffic sign recognition » Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-

tions tab > Traffic signs. Setting a traffic sign based speed warning » Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Speed warning.

You can select a warning threshold. If you exceed this, then the current detected speed limit will be shown in the display with an exclamation point

for the duration that it is exceeded and it will blink for a short time.

Messages Applies to: vehicles with camera-based traffic sign recognition The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment: Xi traffic sign recognition: currently unavailable. Camera view limited due to environmental conditions

The camera's visual field is covered. Clean the windshield.

Traffic sign recognition: currently limited. See owner's manual

This message appears if navigation system data is not available, for example on newly-constructed roads. The speed limit display will be temporarily limited, which increases the risk of an incorrect display. If this message continues to appear, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to have the malfunction repaired. No traffic sign information available Depending on the area, there is no valid navigation data and no speed limits were detected. This may also appear if there is a recommended speed, but no speed limit (for example when driving on and off the expressway). Malfunction! See owner's manual The system may not function correctly so it has been switched off. See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance. Function currently unavailable. See owner's manual

If this message appears on vehicles without camera-based traffic sign recognition, then the traffic light information function is currently unavailable. See > page 135.

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Traffic light information

Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information

Fig. 111 Instrument cluster: traffic light information display

The traffic light information gives you a speed recommendation in order to reach the next traffic light when it is green ©, or it informs you of the wait time at the next red light @. Once traffic light data is received, the traffic light information will be displayed in the instrument cluster and in the head-up display’. If the vehicle is in an area with traffic light information but cannot receive a traffic light signal, then a gray traffic light symbol will be displayed @. General information

The traffic light information is subject to system limitations and may be unavailable or only partially available in the following situations: ~ If the permitted speed limit is exceeded — If driving below a certain speed limit ~ If the next traffic light is less than approximate-

ly 100 feet (30 m) away — If the estimated wait time at a red light is less

than four seconds ~ If there is no traffic light data available ~ If emergency response vehicles or public transit systems are active

= If traffic lights are in construction zones or being serviced

~ If there are warnings from the camera-based traffic sign recognition*

~If the camera-based traffic sign recognition* is malfunctioning or not available

If the data connection has been interrupted

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~ If data transmission is deactivated in the privacy settings

~ If the subscription has expired If this is the case, the menu item will be grayedout or it will not be possible to select it.

ZX WARNING When traffic light information is shown, al-

so always pay attention to the traffic situation, the distance to other vehicles, and the area around the vehicle. The driver is always responsible for assessing the traffic situation.

— Always adapt your speed to the current weather, road and traffic conditions. The displayed information must never cause you to ignore legal traffic regulations and pose a safety risk.

— Regardless of the traffic light information, you should always monitor your speed using the speedometer and make sure you are adhering to the legal speed limit.

~The traffic light information does not adjust your vehicle's speed to the speed recommendation shown in the display.

~ Observe the safety precautions and note the limits of the assist systems, sensors, and cameras > page 128.

@ Tips ~ Traffic light information was only available

in select cities at the time this manual was printed.

~ Traffic light information is not available nationwide.

~The functions depend on the navigation data* being up-to-date and correct identification by the traffic sign recognition*.

~ Incorrect values from the camera-based traffic sign recognition* or outdated navigation system* map data can result in missing or incorrect display images.

~Certain traffic lights can automatically adjust to the current traffic situation. If this occurs, the display of traffic light information can change suddenly.

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~The traffic signs on the road always take priority over the display. The driver is always responsible for adhering to the regulations applicable in the country where the vehicle is being operated.

~ Units of measurement and language settings are displayed based on how they were set in the MMI system settings page 225.

Operation Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information Switching traffic light information on and of

» Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Traffic light information.

Accessing traffic light information » Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-

tions tab > Traffic signs.

If another tab or another function is selected in the instrument cluster, the traffic light information will appear in the status bar on the instrument cluster.

Messages Applies to: vehicles with traffic light information The following messages may appear depending on the vehicle equipment: Malfunction! See owner's manual The system could not be configured, for example due to a network malfunction. Switch the ignition off and shut down the vehicle to restart the system. Wait several minutes until the vehicle has shut down completely and then switch the ignition back on. Function currently unavailable. See owner's manual

There is a temporary system malfunction. Check if one or more of the following situations applies and correct the issue if necessary:

— Traffic light information is switched of

— Data transmission is deactivated ~The vehicle is not equipped with traffic sign rec-

cognition. — There is no valid license - Traffic light information is not available in that

area

Lap timer Introduction

Applies to: vehicles with lap timer

You can record and evaluate lap times with the lap timer. You can operate the lap timer using the multifunction steering wheel © page 73. Opening the lap timer > Select in the instrument cluster: Vehicle functions tab > I button > Lap times.

An additional indicator will appear in the head-up display*.

Your focus should always be on driving your vehicle safely. As the driver, you have complete responsibility for safety in traffic. To reduce the risk of an accident, only use the lap timer functions in such a way that you always maintain complete control over your vehicle in all traffic situations.

You can retrieve information from the trip computer while the lap timer stopwatch is running.

p times and tim ‘Apples to: vehicles with ap timer Requirement: the lap timer must be open. Timing laps > To start timing manually, select Start lap 1 in the menu.

» To start timing automatically as soon as you begin to drive, select Start lap 1 by driving off or Start by driving off in the menu. >

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> To start timing a new lap after driving a lap, select New lap in the menu. This starts timing the next lap at the same time.

After completing a lap, the difference between the last lap and the previous best lap time will be indicated with a - or +. Pausing timing and displaying a split time » To take a break W, select Pause in the menu. » To resume timing, select Resume in the menu. » To display a split time, select Split time in the menu. The split time @ appears for approximately ten seconds in the instrument cluster. The current lap timing will continue running.

Canceling lap timing The timing of the current lap will stop. The lap time will be erased and will not be included in the statistics. » Select Cancel lap in the menu. Resetting the time > Select Reset lap times in the menu.

— A maximum of 99 lap times can be measured.

— If timing is paused, you can continue it later even if you switch the ignition off.

— Saved lap times cannot be individually deleted from the total results.

~The saved lap timer values will remain after switching the ignition off.

Lap statistics ‘Applies to: vehicles with lap timer Displaying lap statistics You can display the number of laps driven #®, the fastest lap +, the slowest lap -, and the average time @ in the instrument cluster.

» Select in the instrument cluster: Vehicle functions tab > (©) button > Lap statistics.

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» Turn the thumbwheel down or up to display the individual lap times.

» To return to the lap timing that was started, select the J button > Lap times.

Resetting lap statistics Requirement: the lap statistics menu must be displayed. » To reset the lap statistics, press and hold the

left thumbwheel until the message No lap times have been recorded yet. appears.

The lap statistics list the lap times for the last 30 laps. The fastest and slowest lap times out of up to 99 measured laps are also displayed.

Acceleration measurement!) Introduction

Applies to: vehicles with acceleration measurement With the acceleration measurement, you can measure the time that you need to reach a specific speed/distance. For the best possible measurement readings, Audi recommends limiting the ESC or switching it off. Keep in mind that the environmental conditions and tire properties can affect the results of the measurement.

Opening the acceleration measurement » Select in the instrument cluster: vehicle func-

tions tab > ) button > Acceleration measure.

Your focus should always be on driving your vehicle safely. As the driver, you have com-

plete responsibility for safety in traffic. Only use the acceleration measurement function on closed courses to reduce the risk of accidents.

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The acceleration measurement was calibrated using the largest possible summer tire/rim combination available at the factory. Using a different tire/rim combination could affect the accuracy of the measurement.

Using the acceleration measurement Applies to: vehicles with acceleration measurement

Requirement: the acceleration measurement must be opened. » Bring the vehicle to a full stop. » Select and confirm the desired speed or distance.

» Wait briefly until the EB] symbol appears in the instrument cluster next to the time measurement.

» To start the acceleration measurement, accelerate the vehicle. The measurement ends automatically once you have reached the selected speed or distance.

Integrated Toll Module

Applies to: vehicles with Integrated Toll Module Depending on the region, you can pay toll fees in certain countries using the Integrated Toll Module (ITM). It replaces a separate transponder for detecting toll fees. The system electronics are integrated in the rearview mirror housing. To use the ITM in toll zones, you must register and activate it.

Registration » Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Settings & Service > Integrated Toll Module.

> Note the Integrated Toll Module ID. » To register the ITM, go to the displayed web address and follow the instructions.

Activation > To activate the ITM, press CD in the MMI.

Entering the number of passengers Depending on the number of passengers and the region, a lower toll fee may be charged. You must either enter the number of passengers or deactivate the ITM based on the laws applicable in the area where you are driving. » To enter the number of passengers, select the

appropriate button in the MMI. » To deactivate the ITM, press CO in the MMI.

~The driver is responsible for specifying the correct number of passengers and activating or deactivating the ITM.

~ Malfunctions can occur when detecting tolls if both the ITM and transponder are activated. Deactivate the system not being used or remove it as necessary.

— If a rearview mirror is replaced, you must register the new ITM and remove the old ITM from the account.

~The system complies with United States FCC regulations and ISED regulations > page 305.

Applies to: vehicles with Integrated Toll Module The selected number of passengers is displayed in the MMI status bar > page 23. The ffi symbol in the status bar and a notification in the MMI will indicate if there is a faulty connection between the ITM and the MMI or if the ITM is faulty. If the connection interference continues or the ITM is faulty, drive immediately to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.


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