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Climate control system
One of the following options may be available, depending on vehicle equipment: —A deluxe automatic climate control system with
three zones where the temperature, air distribution, and air supply can be set separately on the left and right front sides, and the temperature can be set separately in the rear
—A deluxe automatic climate control system with four zones to individually adjust the temperature, air distribution, and amount of ventilation at all of the seats
The climate control system warms, cools, dehumidifies, and filters the air in the vehicle interior. It is the most effective when the windows and, depending on vehicle equipment, the roof are closed. If there is a build-up of heat inside the vehicle, ventilation can help to speed up the cooling process. The deluxe climate control system automatically maintains a temperature once it has been set. In all heating mode functions except defrost, the blower only switches to a higher speed once the coolant has reached a certain temperature.
Active combination filter
When the fan is running, the filter will reduce particulate matter and the concentration of pollen, as well as odors in the interior.
—To prevent interference with the heating or cooling output and to prevent the windows from fogging over, the air intake in front of the windshield must be free of ice, snow, and leaves.
— Condensation from the cooling system can drip and form a puddle of water under the vehicle. This is normal and does not mean there isa leak.
—The energy management system may temporarily switch off certain functions, such as the seat heating or rear window defogger.
These systems are available again as soon as the energy supply has been restored.
Fig. 87 Center console: lower display and switch panel
Settings are adjusted using both displays, the switch panel in the center console, and the control panel in the rear. For information on how to operate the touch displays, see page 17, Touch displays. You can adjust all climate control system settings in the front; only certain functions are available in the rear. Lower display The lower display has two sections with controls: You can regulate the blower and the air distribution automatically using AUTO in area (@). You can also apply individual settings here. In area @, you can switch individual climate control system functions on and off. Switch panel in the center console Both the §% and & buttons to defog windows as quickly as possible are located in area @). Upper display In the upper display, you can switch additional functions on and off, display them, and adjust settings. > Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Air conditioning, or
> Press -+- on the lower display. Control panel in rear You can operate certain climate control functions in the rear using the control panel.
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Customizing A climate control function from the upper display can be assigned to each button to the left and right of +++ in area @.
» Press and hold the symbol for the desired function on the upper display for at least three seconds. A menu that consists of two sections appears.
» If you pull the symbol toward the left section, the button to the left of «++ will be assigned.
» If you pull the symbol toward the right section, the button to the right of -+- will be assigned.
Settings Press the buttons to turn the functions on or off. One bar in the button or the LED in the button will light up when the function is switched on. Some buttons can have several functions assigned to them. The various functions can be activated by pressing the button multiple times.
AUTO Automatic mode
The automatic mode regulates the amount of air and air distribution automatically, so that the set temperature is reached is quickly as possible. REAR Rear climate control system
To enable operation of the climate control system from the rear of the vehicle, press REAR. To exit this mode again, press REAR or REAR MODE EXIT. SYNC Synchronization When synchronization is switched on, the temperature, air distribution, and blower strength on the driver's side is applied to all seat positions. You can also control the synchronization directly using a gesture. Pull two fingers together on the lower display page 17. OFF Switching off
The climate control system is switched off. Air supply from the outside is blocked. If you press OFF in the front, the front and rear climate control system will switch off. Depending on vehicle equipment, you can press OFF in the rear control
panel to switch the rear climate control system off. To switch the climate control system back on, press on any button in the respective display. A/C/ AE Cooling mode The cooling mode only functions with the blower turned on. The air is not cooled and humidity is not reduced when cooling mode is switched off. This can cause fog on the windows. The cooling mode switches off automatically at low outside temperatures.
If you activate the A/C, the cooling mode will be automatically regulated. If you activate A, the cooling mode will run with maximum cooling output and maximum blower speed. To reduce unnecessary energy usage, only use this function briefly. +/~Temperature Temperatures between 60 °F (+16 °C) and 84 °F (+28 °C) can be set. If outside of this range, LOW / LO or HIGH / HI will appear in the display. In both settings, the climate control runs constantly at the maximum cooling or heating level. The temperature is not regulated. $8 Blower With V/A, you can manually adjust the volume of air generated by the blower to your preferences. The blower should always run at a low setting to prevent the windows from fogging and to ensure a continuous exchange of air inside the vehicle. To have the blower regulated automatically, press AUTO.
J Air distribution To prevent the side windows from fogging over, open the side air vents and angle them toward the side. With 7 /> /%, you can select the vents from which the air will flow. To have the air distribution controlled automatically, press the AUTO button or deactivate all three arrows. With 7, the air will be directed toward the windshield. Applies to: vehicles with 4-zone automatic climate control: You can press J in the rear control >
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panel multiple times to adjust the air distribution based on the direction of the arrow. Defrosting The windshield and side windows are defrosted or cleared of condensation as quickly as possible. Align the outer air vents with the side windows. The maximum amount of air flows mainly from the vents below the windshield. Recirculation mode switches off. The temperature should be set at 72 °F (+22 °C) or higher. Depending on the outside temperature, the A/C cooling mode may automatically switch on. & Rear window defogger The rear window defogger only operates when the engine is running. It switches off automatically after 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the outside temperature. To prevent the rear window defogger from switching off automatically, press and hold the & button for more than three seconds. It will remain on until the ignition is switched off. &/& Recirculation mode
In recirculation mode, the air inside the vehicle is circulated and filtered. This prevents the unfiltered air outside the vehicle from entering the vehicle interior > A\.
Pressing <= switches recirculation mode on or off manually. Depending on vehicle equipment, automatic recirculation $8 controls the recirculation mode automatically when the function is switched on. You must press the & button if fog forms on the windows. =) Seat heating The seat heating temperature can be set at various levels. Press
») once to switch on the highest level. Press « again to decrease the temperature one level at a time. The seat heating is switched off if the button is not illuminated.
2) Seat ventilation Applies to: vehicles with seat ventilation The seat ventilation intensity can be set to multiple levels. Press 2) once to switch on the highest level. Press 2) again to decrease the heat level one level at a time. The seat ventilation is switched off if the button is not illuminated.
& Child safety lock If @ turns on in the control panel in the rear, the child safety lock is active and operation is blocked page 45. °S lonizer Applies to: vehicles with ionizer Hazardous particles and germs in the air may be reduced through ionization. This helps to improve the air quality for individuals in the passenger compartment.
&* Fragrance Applies to: vehicles with fragrance function The fragrance function will dispense a scent in the vehicle interior. It is dispensed through the front outer vents. This will produce a pleasant scent. The fragrance is time-delayed, especially at low or high temperatures. You can adjust the fragrance function * page 97. Residual heat
The residual heat from the coolant is used to heat the vehicle interior. To use this function, press and hold the & button for more than two seconds while the ignition is switched off. The function will switch off automatically after approximately 15 minutes.
— You should not leave the recirculation mode on for an extended period of time. This can cause the windows to fog, which increases the risk of an accident.
= Using recirculation mode or automatic recirculation for an extended period of time can cause the CO2 concentration inside the vehicle to increase. This can have a negative effect on the well-being of vehicle occupants, which can increase the risk of an accident.
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‘Switch recirculation mode or automatic recirculation off and ventilate the vehicle at the first sign of unwellness.
= Individuals with reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature could develop burns when using the seat heating function. To reduce the risk of injury, these individuals should not use seat heating.
Oy WNote To reduce the risk of damage to the seat heating elements, do not kneel on the seats or place heavy pressure on one area of the seat.
1) For the sake of the environment Energy can be saved by switching off the A/C mode.
Tips — If the front passenger's seat heating is
turned on, it will not turn on again automatically if more than 10 minutes have passed between switching the ignition off and switching it on again.
~ Applies to: vehicles with fragrance function Only use the fragrance function in moderation and take any other passengers and animals into consideration when using the function. An overlap of different scents or odors could cause discomfort. If there is discomfort, reduce the intensity or switch the fragrance function off. Only use fragrances that are approved by Audi.
Adjusting the vents You can open and close the vents using the thumbwheels. The levers adjust the direction of the airflow from the vents.
Additional settings You can adjust additional settings. > Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Air conditioning > .
Fragrance Applies to: vehicles with fragrance function Using Fragrance selection, you can select the fragrance and see the fill level of the fragrance. You can select the strength of the scent with Fragrance level. Footwell temperature Applies to: vehicles with footwell heating You can adjust the footwell temperature for the driver and front passenger.
Air quality indicator Applies to: vehicles with air quality display
Fig. 88 Upper display: air quality indicator
You can display information about the air quality. > Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Air conditioning > Air quality.
Active combination filter Applies to: vehicles without particulate matter sensor A schematic display represents the effectiveness of the filter. The display visualizes the amount of pollutant particles in the vehicle interior in comparison to the surroundings.
Particulate matter sensor Applies to: vehicles with particulate matter sensor A sensor detects the particulate matter concentration (PM2.5) outside and inside the vehicle. The detected values are displayed as the air quality index (AQI) ona colored scale @. A value in the green range indicates very good air quality. The system displays the approximate values, which may differ from actual conditions. In certain situations, no values or values that appear to be implausible may be displayed temporarily, or the system may only be available to a limited extent:
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— in extreme weather conditions when the vehicle is stationary ~ina carwash ~ if an individual smokes or if dust is stirred up in
the vehicle interior ~ if fresh air is introduced in order to prevent the windows from fogging
~ For optimal air quality in the vehicle interior, close all windows and doors and activate A/C cooling mode, the AUTO function, and recirculation mode.
— Applies to: vehicles with particulate matter sensor: The air quality display only shows the concentration of particulate matter (PM2.5). For technical reasons, the values measured in the vehicle may differ from the values measured by other measuring systems.
Steering wheel heating Switching on and off
Applies to: vehicles with steering wheel heating
» Press @ to switch steering wheel heating on or
off. You can also operate the steering wheel heating using the multifunction steering wheel = page 30.
Fluids in the A/C system Refrigerant in the A/C system The sticker in the engine compartment provides information about the type and amount of refrigerant used in the vehicle's A/C system. The sticker is located in the front section of the engine compartment or at the front or back of the hood.
Warning: the A/C system must only be serviced by qualified technicians.
Refrigerant type
Lubricant type 98
Refer to the service information (only available for authorized Audi dealers or authorized Audi Service
| Facilities) The A/C system must only be serviced by qualified technicians. a
4 Flammable refrigerant Make sure all components are disposed of correctly and never install components in the vehicle that have been removed from old vehicles or taken from recycling.
a Lubricant in the A/C system The sticker in the engine compartment provides information about the type and amount of refrigerant oil used in the vehicle's A/C system. For the refrigerant oil quantity, refer to the Technical Data Spage 319.
To ensure correct and safe operation, the A/C system must only be serviced by qualified and certified technicians (SAE standard J2845 and 32911).
— Never repair the A/C system evaporator with components from old vehicles or from recycling.
— New replacement evaporators for portable A/C systems must be certified and labeled as such, so that they comply with the SAE standard J2842 HFO-1234yf and R744.
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