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Foreword
Thank you for choosing the Audi S5.
The new Audi S5 combines the latest technology with numerous features for your comfort and
convenience. To help you get the best out of these features in everyday use, we recommend that
you read this Manual carefully so you can quickly become familiar with your vehicle in detail.
As well as information on how to use the controls and equipment, the Owner's Manual contains
important notes on care and maintenance. These are relevant to your safety and will help preserve
your car's value. The Manual also offers useful driving tips and advice, together with some suggestions on how to drive your car with minimum impact on the environment.
In addition to this Owner's Manual, the Service Wallet also includes the Service Schedule for your
vehicle. This booklet contains important information on Audi service requirements and lists the
vehicle's fuel consumption figures. The Service Wallet also includes operating manuals for
optional on-board systems such as the radio, navigation and telephone. We recommend that you
keep the Service Wallet in the car at all times.
Should you have any further questions regarding your car or if you suspect that your owner's literature is not complete, please contact your Audi dealer or importer. They are always glad to answer
your queries and note any suggestions you may have.
We wish you safe and enjoyable motoring with your Audi S5.
AUDI AG
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Notes on this Owner's Manual
This Owner's Manual contains important information, tips, suggestions and warnings.
Please ensure that this Owner's Manual is always kept in the vehicle.
It should always be available to anyone else driving the vehicle, i.e.
anyone renting, borrowing or buying the vehicle from you.
This manual describes the equipment available for the vehicle at the time of going to print. Some of the equipment described here will
not be available until a later date, or may only be available in certain
markets.
Some sections of this Owner's Manual do not apply to all vehicles.
If this is the case, a text at the start of the section indicates which
vehicles it applies to, e. g. “Applies to vehicles: with auxiliary
heater”. This optional equipment is also marked with an asterisk “*”.
Illustrations are intended as a general guide, and may vary from the
equipment fitted in your vehicle in some details.
At the beginning of this Owner's Manual, you will find a table of contents showing all the items described in this manual in the order
in which they appear. An alphabetical index is included at the end
of the Owner's Manual.
All references to positions such as “left”, “right”, “front” or “rear”
are given as seen facing in the direction of travel.
*optional equipment
The section is continued on the following page.
Denotes the end of a section.
® Registered trademarks are marked ®. However, the absence of
this symbol does not constitute a waiver of the rights
concerning any proprietary name.
⇒ Refers to a “WARNING” within the same section. If the
WARNING symbol is followed by a page number the warning text
referred to is included in a different section.
Notes on this Owner's Manual5
WARNING
Texts with this symbol contain safety information. They warn you
of serious dangers, possibly involving accident or injury.
Caution
Texts with this symbol draw your attention to a possible risk of
damage to your vehicle.
For the sake of the environment
Texts with this symbol refer to points relevant to the protection of
the environment.
Note
Texts with this symbol contain additional information of a more
general nature.
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Fig. 1 Some of the items of equipment listed in this section are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras.
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Depending on the MMI system fitted in your vehicle the display screen is
either two-coloured or multi-coloured. As the two displays are more or less
identical this Owner's Manual uses the multi-coloured displays for illustration purposes.
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Note
• Please refer to the separate operating manual for instructions on
using the Multi Media Interface (MMI).
• The arrangement of switches and controls on right-hand drive
models* may be slightly different from the layout shown in
⇒ page 8, fig. 1. However, the symbols used to identify the controls
are the same.
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Instruments
Instrument cluster overview
The instrument cluster is the driver's information centre.
• The needles in the instrument cluster will sweep across the dials
when you switch on the ignition.
• The instrument lighting (illumination of dials and needles) is
switched on when the ignition is on and the vehicle's lights are off.
The instrument lighting is dimmed automatically as the daylight
starts to fade. This function is intended to remind the driver to
switch on the dipped-beam headlights in good time when light
conditions become poor.
Coolant temperature gauge
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ fig. 2 only works when the
ignition is switched on. In order to avoid possible damage to the
engine, please read the following notes for the different temperature ranges.
Engine cold
If the needle is still in the lower range of the dial, this indicates that
the engine has not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high
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engine speeds, full acceleration and heavy engine loads.
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Normal temperature
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12
In normal operation the needle will settle somewhere in the centre
of the dial once the engine has reached operating temperature. The
needle may also go further up when the engine is working hard at
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high outside temperatures. This is no cause for concern provided
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the warning symbol in the display does not start flashing.
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Warning symbol in instrument cluster
If the symbol lights up in the display, this means that either the
coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low
⇒ page 32.
If the needle is at the top end of the dial, this means the coolant
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and wait for it to cool down. If the warning lamp starts flashing again
after just a short distance, contact a qualified workshop.
WARNING
• Before opening the bonnet and checking the coolant level,
please observe the warning information on ⇒ page 221, “Working
on components in the engine compartment”.
• Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or coolant
escaping from the engine compartment; there is a risk of being
scalded. Wait until you can no longer see or hear escaping steam
or coolant.
Caution
• Additional lights and other accessories in front of the air inlet
reduce the cooling effect of the radiator. At high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the engine overheating.
• The front spoiler also ensures proper distribution of the cooling
air when the vehicle is moving. If the spoiler is damaged this can
reduce the cooling effect, which could cause the engine to overheat.
You should obtain professional assistance.
Rev counter
The rev counter indicates the number of engine revolutions per minute.
You should select a lower gear if the engine speed drops below
1500 rpm. The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the
maximum engine speed which may be used briefly when the engine
is warm and after it has been run in properly. However, it is advisable
to change up a gear or move the selector lever to “D” (or lift your
foot off the accelerator) before the needle reaches the red zone.
Caution
Never allow the rev counter needle ⇒ page 11, fig. 2 to go into
the red zone on the dial for more than a very brief period: there is a
risk of damaging the engine. The start of the red zone on the dial is
different for some engine versions.
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For the sake of the environment
Changing up a gear early will help you to save fuel and minimise
engine noise.
SET
button
This button has a number of different functions.
Fig. 3 Instrument
cluster: SET button
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SET
The button has the following functions:
Activating clock, date, temperature and mileage
recorder displays
The display will appear for about 30 seconds if you press the
button ⇒ page 12, fig. 3 when the ignition is switched off.
Starting check procedure (auto-check control)
The auto-check control checks important components and vehicle
systems. These background checks are run constantly, as long as
the ignition is switched on ⇒ page 29.
You can start the “check procedure” manually by pressing the
button with the ignition switched on. This function check can be
started at road speeds up to 5 km/h.
Calling up driver messages again
A red or yellow symbol appearing in the instrument cluster display
is normally accompanied by a corresponding message. The
message will disappear from the display after about 5 seconds. If
required, you can call up the message again by briefly pressing the
SET
button.
Setting speed warning
You can press the button briefly to set speed limit warning 1
while the vehicle is moving⇒ page 28. If you press and hold the
SET
button, this will cancel the speed warning.
SET
SET
SET
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Time and date display
Fig. 4 Instrument
cluster: Time and date
display
Quartz clock
The date, time and display format can be changed using the sound
system or MMI* control console. Please refer to the Operating
Manual for the MMI or sound system for more details.
Radio-controlled clock*
When the clock is in “radio-control” mode the signal reception
symbol (a radio tower with radio waves) appears in the display
⇒ fig. 4. It is then not possible to change the minutes or the date
manually.
Note
• The digital clock and mileage recorder displays are switched on
for about 30 seconds when the driver's door is opened.
• When the ignition is switched off, the clock and date display can
be switched on for about 30 seconds by pressing the button
⇒ page 12, fig. 3 ⇒ page 12.
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Mileage recorder
The instrument shows how far you have travelled.
Fig. 5 Instrument
cluster: Mileage
recorder
Fig. 6 Instrument
cluster: Reset button
The mileage is stated in kilometres (“km”) or “miles”.
You can switch the display from kilometres to miles and vice versa
via the MMI or the button on the sound system control
console.
Odometer / trip recorder
The odometer records the vehicle's total mileage.
The trip recorder shows the distance that has been travelled since it
was last reset. It is used to measure individual journeys. The last
digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or tenths
of a mile.
CAR
The trip recorder can be reset to zero by pressing the reset button
0.0
⇒ fig. 6.
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instruments, the letters dEF appear permanently in the trip recorder display. Please have the fault rectified as
soon as possible.
Immobiliser
When the ignition is switched on, the security programming of the
ignition key is verified electronically.
If an uncoded key is used, SAFE will appear continuously in the
mileage recorder display. The vehicle cannot then be driven
⇒ page 38.
Note
• The date, time and recorded mileage will continue to be
displayed for about 30 seconds after you switch off the ignition.
• The digital clock and mileage recorder displays are switched on
for about 30 seconds when the driver's door is opened.
• When the ignition is switched off, the mileage recorder can be
switched on for about 30 seconds by pressing the button
⇒ page 12, fig. 3 ⇒ page 12.
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Warning and indicator lamps
Overview
The warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of
different functions and possible faults.
Fig. 7 Instrument cluster with warning and indicator lamps
Engine management⇒ page 15
Electronic stabilisation program (ESP) ⇒ page 16
Airbag system⇒ page 16
Left turn signals⇒ page 16
Trailer turn signals*⇒ page 17
Seat belt warning lamp⇒ page 17
Emission control system⇒ page 17
Main beam headlights⇒ page 17
Right turn signals⇒ page 16
Cruise control system*⇒ page 17
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)⇒ page 17
Electro-mechanical parking
brake/Audi hold assist*
Fault in brake system⇒ page 19
Note
A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control
⇒ page 20. If a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the
display in the instrument cluster either with a red symbol (priority 1
– serious malfunction) or a yellow symbol (priority 2 – other
malfunction or item requiring attention).
Applies to vehicles: with petrol engine
Engine management
This warning lamp monitors the engine management
system on petrol engines.
The warning lamp (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the
ignition is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly.
⇒ page 18
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Note
If the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a fault in the engine management system. The engine should
be serviced by a qualified workshop without delay.
Electronic stabilisation program (ESP)
This warning lamp monitors the electronic stabilisation
program.
The warning lamp has the following functions:
• It flashes when the ESP or traction control system (ASR) inter-
venes while the vehicle is in motion.
• The warning lamp will light up continuously if the ESP or the
traction control system (ASR) has been switched off using the ESP
OFF button ⇒ page 186.
• It lights up when the ignition is switched on and should go out
again after about 2 seconds. This signals that the lamp is working
properly.
• It will light up continuously if there is a malfunction in the ESP.
• It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the
ESP operates in conjunction with the ABS.
If the battery has been disconnected, if the battery voltage is very
low, or if the engine has been started from an outside power source,
the ESP system will perform an initialisation of the various on-board
sensors while you drive the first few metres. The warning lamp will
light up during this period. It will go out when the initialisation has
been completed.
If the warning lamp lights up and stays on after the engine is
started, this may mean that the control system has temporarily
switched off the ESP. In this case the ESP can be reactivated by
switching the ignition off and then on again. If the warning lamp
goes out, this means the system is fully functional.
For further information on the ESP ⇒ page 186.
Airbag system
This warning lamp monitors the airbag and seat belt
tensioner system.
The warning lamp should light up for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on.
If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or
flickers when the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in
the system. This is also the case if the warning lamp does not light
up when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING
If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immediately by a qualified workshop. If this is neglected, there is a risk
that the airbag system and/or belt tensioners may not be activated in an accident.
Turn signals
Depending on which turn signal is operated, either the left or
right indicator lamp flashes. Both indicator lamps will flash when
the hazard warning lights are switched on.
If one turn signal should fail, the indicator lamp will start flashing
twice as fast.
This does not apply when towing a caravan or trailer. The indicator
lamp will stop flashing if one of the turn signals on the vehicle or the
caravan/trailer should fail. For further information on the turn
signals ⇒ page 58.
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Applies to vehicles: with towing bracket
Trailer turn signals
The indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are
operated while towing a caravan or trailer.
The indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are operated,
provided a caravan or trailer is correctly attached and connected to
the vehicle.
The indicator lamp will not flash if one of the turn signals on the
trailer fails.
Seat belt warning lamp
The warning lamp acts as a reminder to fasten the seat
belts.
After switching on the ignition, the warning lamp will remain lit
until the driver and front passenger (if applicable) have fastened
their seat belts. When the vehicle has gathered speed you will also
hear a warning chime.
For further information on the seat belts ⇒ page 160.
Emission control system
If the warning lamp lights up continuously you should take your
vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible in order to have
the fault rectified.
If the warning lamp flashes drive on at reduced speed and seek
professional help in order to avoid damage to the catalytic
converter.
For further information on the catalytic converter ⇒ page 195.
Main beam headlights
The indicator lamp lights up when the main beams are on or
when the headlight flasher is operated.
For further information on the main beam headlights ⇒ page 58.
Applies to vehicles: with cruise control system
Cruise control
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the
cruise control system is operating.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
The warning lamp monitors the ABS and the electronic
differential lock (EDL).
The warning lamp lights up for a few seconds when the ignition
is switched on and while the engine is being started. The lamp goes
out again once the system has run through an automatic test
sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
• the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is
switched on,
• the warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds,
• the warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving.
The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way (except that the
ABS control function is out of action). Please take the vehicle to a
qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further information on
the ABS ⇒ page 187.
If a fault occurs in the ABS, the ESP warning lamp will also light up.
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Fault in the main brake system
If the ABS warning lamp lights up together with the brake
warning lamp ⇒ page 31, this indicates a fault in the ABS function, and possibly a malfunction in the main brake system as well
⇒.
If there is a malfunction in the brake system the symbol will light
up in the instrument cluster. Please refer to ⇒ page 31.
Fault on the electronic differential lock (EDL)
The EDL works in conjunction with the ABS. If a malfunction should
occur in the EDL, this is indicated by the ABS warning lamp .
Please take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
For further information on the EDL ⇒ page 189.
WARNING
• Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level,
observe the warning information on ⇒ page 221, “Working on
components in the engine compartment”.
• If the brake warning lamp should light up together with the
ABS warning lamp , stop the vehicle immediately and check the
brake fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid level has dropped
below the "MIN" mark you must not drive on - otherwise there may
be an increased accident risk. You should obtain professional
assistance.
• If the brake fluid level is OK, the fault in the brake system may
have been caused by a failure of the ABS control function. As a
result the rear wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. This
could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid sideways. Drive carefully
to the nearest qualified workshop and have the fault rectified.
Applies to vehicles: with Audi hold assist
Audi hold assist
This warning lamp monitors the Audi hold assist function.
Audi hold assist helps the driver to keep the vehicle stationary while
the engine is running, for instance on steep gradients, at traffic
lights or in stop-and-go traffic. When the Audi hold assist function
is on, you don't have to keep your foot on the brake to prevent the
vehicle from accidentally rolling away. Once it detects that the
vehicle is stopped, Audi hold assist keeps the vehicle stationary. The
green symbol in the instrument cluster indicates that the function is activated. You can now take your foot off the brake pedal.
When the vehicle has been stationary for an extended period, Audi
hold assist will automatically apply the parking brake. In this case,
the green symbol will change to red .
Electro-mechanical parking brake
This warning lamp monitors the electro-mechanical
parking brake.
The warning lamp lights up when the parking brake is applied
with the ignition on. After the ignition has been switched off the
lamp will stay on for about 30 seconds. The warning lamp will light
up for about 30 seconds if the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched off.
The warning lamp should go out when the parking brake is released.
If the warning lamp flashes continuously after the parking brake has
been applied, the brake may not be strong enough to hold the
vehicle on a slope. This may be due to the brakes overheating.
Please note the following points:
• If the gradient is too steep to park the vehicle safely, the display
will show the message Caution: Vehicle parked too steep.
• In the event of a fault in the parking brake system the symbol
will also appear in the instrument cluster display together with the
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message Parking brake! You should have the fault corrected by a
qualified workshop without delay.
Brake system
The warning lamp flashes if the brake fluid level is too low
or if there is a fault in the ABS system or the parking
brake.
If the warning lamp flashes, there is a fault in the brake system.
The symbol in the instrument cluster display will flash at the
same time. You can press the button to obtain a message
explaining the fault ⇒ page 31.
If a failure should occur in the ABS, the ABS warning lamp will
light up together with the brake warning lamp ⇒.
SET
WARNING
• Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level,
observe the warning information on ⇒ page 221, “Working on
components in the engine compartment”.
• If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up
when driving, the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low – this
may cause an increased accident risk. Stop the vehicle and do not
drive on. You should obtain professional assistance.
• If the brake warning lamp lights up together with the ABS
warning lamp, this can mean that the control function of the ABS
is out of action. As a result the rear wheels can lock relatively
easily when braking. This could cause the tail of the vehicle to skid
sideways. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop and
have the fault rectified.
When the needle reaches the reserve zone, the symbol lights up
in the instrument cluster display ⇒ page 36 together with the
message Please refuel. At this point there are still about 8 litres of
fuel left in the tank. This is your reminder to fill up soon.
The tank capacity of your vehicle is given in the Technical data
section ⇒ page 279.
Caution
Never run the tank completely dry. If there is an irregular fuel supply,
misfiring can occur. This allows unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust
system, which could cause overheating and damage the catalytic
converter.
Fuel gauge
The gauge only works when the ignition is switched on.
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Driver information system
Introduction
General notes
The driver information system in the instrument cluster
shows you the status of various on-board systems at a
glance.
Fig. 8 Dashboard:
Display in instrument
cluster (automatic
gearbox)
The display for the driver information system is in the centre of the
instrument cluster.
The system runs a check on certain components and functions
when the ignition is switched on and while the vehicle is moving. It
gives an audible warning if a fault should occur or if servicing is
required, and a red or yellow warning symbol (in some cases with a
corresponding driver message) appears in the dashboard display.
The system will also display information for the radio and CD player
and (if fitted) the route guidance directions from the navigation system*. For further information on these systems, please refer to
the MMI operating manual.
On some models the display of information shown in the instrument cluster differs from the illustrations used here.
The driver information system includes the following functions:
CD and radio display⇒ page 21
Outside temperature⇒ page 21
Gear-change indicator⇒ page 21
Digital speedometer*⇒ page 22
Door catches/boot lid warning⇒ page 23
Service interval display⇒ page 23
Auto-check control*⇒ page 29
Driver messages⇒ page 30
Speed warning⇒ page 28
On-board computer*⇒ page 25
Note
If a fault should occur, the display will show a red or yellow warning
symbol. A red warning symbol indicates a serious malfunction⇒ page 30. A yellow warning symbol indicates a less serious malfunction, or other item requiring attention ⇒ page 34.
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CD and radio display
Fig. 9 Display: Radio
information
If no priority 1 or 2 faults have been detected by the auto-check
control, the name or frequency of the current radio station and the
selected waveband will appear the upper part of the display.
When a CD is playing, the display will show the current title. If the
vehicle is equipped with a CD changer* the display will also show
the number of the CD being played (CD1 to CD6).
Outside temperature display
The outside temperature is shown when the display is
activated.
At temperatures below +5°C a snowflake symbol appears next to the
temperature display. This is to warn the driver to take extra care
when there is a risk of ice on the road.
When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the
temperature displayed may be slightly higher than the actual
outside temperature as a result of the heat radiated from the
engine.
The temperature units can be set to °F or °C on the MMI* or sound
system control console. The outside temperature is automatically
displayed in the units you have selected. Please refer to the Operating Manual for the MMI* or sound system.
WARNING
Do not rely on the outside temperature display as an ice warning.
Please bear in mind that there may be patches of ice on the roads
even at outside temperatures around +5°C.
Applies to vehicles: with manual gearbox and gear-change indicator
Gear-change indicator
This additional indicator function can help to save fuel.
Fig. 11 Display: Gearchange indicator
Fig. 10 Display:
Outside temperature
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example, the display may not recommend a gear change while you
are overtaking, driving up a steep gradient or towing a trailer.
• The gear-change indicator goes out when you press the clutch
pedal.
Fig. 12 MMI display:
Switching the
suggested gear on and
off
You can deactivate the gear-change indicator on the sound
system or MMI.
Switching the gear-change indicator on and off
– Select: Function selector button > Instrument
CAR
cluster > Suggested gear⇒ fig. 12.
To familiarise yourself with the gear-change indicator, we recommend driving in the normal way to start with. A gear change will be
recommended if the gear you are in is not the most economical
choice for the current driving conditions. The gear you are currently
in and the recommended gear will be displayed ⇒ page 21, fig. 11.
• Shifting up a gear: The suggested gear appears to the right of the
current gear when a higher gear is recommended.
• Shifting down a gear: The suggested gear appears to the left of
the current gear when a lower gear is recommended.
Gears may ocassionally be skipped (3 > 5).
If no gear change is recommended, you are already in the most
economical gear.
Note
• The gear-change indicator is intended to help save fuel. It is not
intended to recommend the right gear for all driving situations. For
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computer
Digital speedometer
Fig. 13 Display: Digital
speedometer
The display shows the current speed. The speed is displayed in
increments of 1 km/h.
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Door catches / boot lid warning
The pictogram shows whether the doors and the boot lid,
etc. are properly closed when driving off.
Fig. 14 Display: Door
catches/boot lid
warning
The door catches/boot lid warning symbol lights up if one or more
of the doors, or the bonnet or boot lid are not properly closed when
the ignition is on. The symbol also indicates which of these is not
properly closed ⇒ fig. 14.
The warning symbol disappears when all the doors, the bonnet and
the boot lid are completely closed, and the driver information functions selected will then be displayed again.
Service interval display
This display reminds the driver when the next routine
service is due and is called up using the MMI or the sound
system control console.
Fig. 15 MMI display:
Service interval displa
Fig. 16 Instrument
cluster display: Service
interval display
The date when the next service is due is calculated automatically and the driver is reminded accordingly.
Service reminder
– When the next service date is approaching, SERVICE IN -
---- KM --- DAYS ⇒ fig. 16 will be shown in the display
each time you switch on the ignition.
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– The remaining time and distance to the next service are
indicated every time the ignition is switched on, until the
service becomes due.
Service due
–When a service is due, Service! will appear in the display
as soon as you switch on the ignition. The display reverts
back to the standard display after about 5 seconds.
Displaying the service interval
– Select: Function selector button > Service interval
CAR
display ⇒ page 23, fig. 15.
Resetting the oil change interval display
– Select: Function selector button > Service interval
CAR
display > Reset oil change interval.
Displaying distance to next service
You can have the distance to the next service displayed on the MMI
screen ⇒ page 23, fig. 15. The remaining distance to the next
service is updated every time the ignition is switched on (starting at
500 km after a service has been performed).
On a new vehicle, the display will always show the following
message for the first 500 km.
SERVICE IN ----- KM --- DAYS
Caution
The system cannot calculate the figures for the service indicator if
the battery is disconnected from the vehicle, so no service reminder
can be displayed during this time. Please remember that keeping to
the correct service intervals is most important for the service life
and residual value of the vehicle (and especially for the life of the
engine). The period between two services must never be longer
than the time specified in the Service Schedule, even if you only
cover a low mileage during this time.
Note
• Do not reset the display between oil changes - otherwise the
display will be incorrect.
• The information in the service interval display remains intact if
the battery is disconnected.
• The distance to the next service cannot be called up if the system
has detected a Priority 1 fault (red symbol).
• If the service was not performed by a qualified workshop, the oil
change interval display can only be set to “fixed service intervals” of
15,000 km. If you wish to continue with the “LongLife” service, you
will need to have the oil change interval display reset by a qualified
workshop.
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On-board computer
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computer
Introduction
The on-board computer provides you with useful information during a journey, including average and current fuel
consumption, average speed, fuel range and driving time.
Fig. 17 On-board
computer: Fuel range
Fig. 18 On-board
computer: Average fuel
consumption
The following items of information are processed by the on-board
computer and can be shown one after the other on the display in the
instrument cluster.
Fuel range
The estimated fuel range is displayed in km. It shows how far the
vehicle can be driven with the amount of fuel left in the tank,
assuming the same style of driving. The fuel range is displayed in
increments of 10 km.
The fuel range is calculated on the basis of the fuel consumption
over the last 30 kilometres. The fuel range will increase accordingly
if you drive in a more economical manner.
Average fuel consumption
This mode displays the average fuel consumption since the memory
was last cancelled in litres/100 km. If required, you can use this
display to adjust your driving style to achieve the desired fuel
consumption.
Current fuel consumption
The display shows the current fuel consumption in litres/100 km. If
required, you can use this display to adjust your driving style to
achieve the desired fuel consumption.
The computer calculates the fuel consumption every 30 metres. The
display switches to l/h (litres per hour) when the vehicle is
stationary.
Average speed
This mode shows the average speed driven since the memory was
last cancelled (in km/h).
Driving time
This display shows the period of time which has elapsed since the
memory was last cancelled.
Distance covered
This display shows the distance you have covered since the memory
was last cancelled.
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Note
• The displays for fuel consumption (average and current
consumption), fuel range and speed are shown in metric units. You
can change the measurement units on the MMI display.
• The information in the memory is cancelled if the battery is
disconnected.
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computer
Memory
The on-board computer has two automatic journey
memories.
Fig. 19 On-board
computer: Memory 1
Press RESET button ⇒ fig. 20 to switch back and forward
between the functions of on-board computers 1 and 2.
The number in the display ⇒ fig. 19 indicates which of the two
memories is currently in use. The figure 1 means that the display is
showing the information in the single journey memory (on-board
computer 1). The figure 2 means that the display is showing the
information in the total journey memory (on-board computer 2).
Single journey memory (on-board computer 1)
The single journey memory processes the information on a journey
from the time the ignition is switched on until it is switched off. If
B
the journey is resumed within two hours after the ignition is
switched off, the new figures are automatically included in the
calculation. The memory is automatically deleted when you resume
driving, if the journey is interrupted for more than two hours.
Total journey memory (on-board computer 2)
Unlike the single journey memory, the total journey memory is not
erased automatically. In this way, you can determine the period for
which you wish the on-board computer to supply figures.
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computer
Controls
The on-board computer is controlled by means of two
switches on the windscreen wiper lever.
– Press the top or bottom of the function selector switch
A
⇒ fig. 20. This displays the on-board computer read-
outs one after the other.
The on-board computer can only be operated while the ignition is
switched on. When the ignition is switched on, the display shows
the function that was last selected.
As well as the figures from the on-board computer (computer 1 or
2), the display can also show information from the digital speedom-
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eter and navigation system*. Press the Reset button briefly to
switch back and forward between these displays.
Resetting figures to zero
To cancel one of the computer readings individually, select the
required function and press the RESET button for at least one
second. The following values can be reset to zero individually using
the Reset button:
B
B
• Average fuel consumption
• Average speed
• Driving time
• Distance covered
You can also cancel all the values in the single journey memory or
the total journey memory at the same time ⇒ page 27.
Note
The information in the memory is cancelled if the battery is
disconnected.
Applies to vehicles: with on-board computer
Basic settings for the on-board computer
You can change the basic settings for the on-board
computer on the MMI* or on the sound system control
console.
Fig. 21 MMI display:
On-board computer
– Select: Function selector button > Instrument
CAR
cluster > On-board computer 1 or On-board computer 2.
You can zero all the values in the single journey memory or the total
journey memory at the same time by selecting the Reset menu item.
You can also define which items of information you wish to have
displayed by the on-board computer. If one of these items is
switched off, it will not appear in the display. However, the corresponding figures will still be registered by the on-board computer
and can be switched back on at any time so that they again appear
in the display.
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Speed warning function
Applies to vehicles: with speed warning function
Introduction
The speed warning function can help you keep below a
pre-set maximum speed.
The speed warning function will warn you if the vehicle exceeds the
pre-set maximum speed. The system gives an audible warning
signal if the set speed is exceeded by about 3 km/h. A warning
symbol will also appear in the display . On some models the symbol
may look slightly different.
The speed warning function has two different warning speeds,
which operate independently and serve slightly different purposes:
Speed limit warning 1
With speed limit warning 1, the maximum speed can be changed
while driving. The speed limit that has been set remains stored until
the ignition is switched off, or until it is changed or cleared.
The speed limit warning symbol for speed limit warning 1 will
appear in the display if you exceed the pre-set speed. It goes out
again if the speed is reduced below the set speed limit.
The symbol also goes out if the speed is increased to more than
about 40 km/h above the set speed for at least 10 seconds. This
cancels the speed limit that was originally set.
Setting speed limit warning 1 ⇒ page 28.
Speed limit warning 2
You are recommended to store this speed limit warning if you
always wish to be reminded of a particular speed limit. This could
be when driving in countries with general speed limits, or if you
need to keep below a particular speed when winter tyres are fitted,
etc.
The speed limit warning symbol for speed warning 2 will appear
in the display if you exceed the pre-set speed. Unlike speed limit
warning 1, the warning symbol only goes out once the road speed
has dropped below the stored value again.
Setting speed limit warning 2 ⇒ page 29.
Note
Please bear in mind that, even with the speed warning function, it is
still important to keep a check on the car's speed with the speedometer and to observe the statutory speed limits.
Applies to vehicles: with speed warning function
Setting speed limit warning 1
You can use the button to set, alter or cancel speed
SET
limit warning 1.
Fig. 22 Detail of the
instrument cluster:
SET button
Selecting speed limit
– Drive at the desired maximum speed.
– Press the button in the instrument cluster ⇒ fig. 22
SET
for one second.
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