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Audi A8 Getting To Know Manual

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  • Page 1 Getting to know your A8 S8 Quick Questions & Answers...
  • Page 2 The information within this guide must be used in conjunction with the information in the Audi Owner’s Manuals. Refer to your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for all information and warnings. By using this guide, you acknowledge that you are aware of and have read the warnings and information provided in the Owner’s Manual on the topics in this guide and will use this information to augment that material.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    This guide will assist you in better by texting the letter keys to the code understanding some of the features of your A8 and provide you with provided. A video tutorial will be sent the knowledge needed to enjoy your new Audi to its fullest.

  • Page 4: Mmi® Controls

    Controls ® Audio & Navigation TEXT A8AUDIO to 38981 Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply. The MMI® system consists of the MMI® display screen Pressing one of the eight function buttons such as RADIO and the MMI® control panel. This panel is composed of a displays that features options in each corner control knob, control buttons and function buttons.

  • Page 5: Mmi Controls

    Controls ® cont. Media Function Button • Access available media from connected sources and Audi Music Interface (AMI). • BLUETOOTH® Audio, SD card, DVD, Jukebox, and Audi Music Interace (AMI). • The iPod® AMI cable comes standard with your vehicle.

  • Page 6: Setting Station Presets

    Controls ® cont. Setting Station Presets You can set any mix of up to 50 Presets from FM, AM or Sirius options. 1. Press the function 2. Tune to the desired 3. Press and hold the desired 4. Or press and hold the center RADIO button multiple times to station using the control...

  • Page 7: Bluetooth® Pairing

    Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply. To pair a phone: 1. Switch ignition to accessories mode. 3. Select Audi MMI® when it 2. Activate your phone’s BLUETOOTH® function appears on the phone’s and set to Pairing or Search mode.
  • Page 8 Verbal destination commands can be given while in any screen. For example: Your Audi MMI® Navigation system has many Global Voice • Enter Number Recognition commands available. This means that you can access • Dial any function or while another function or mode is active.

  • Page 9: Audi Connect

    Audi connect Initial Setup ® Configuration: Audi connect® can provide you with Google Earth™, Google Voice™ Local Search, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Online Services (fuel prices, weather information, travel information, news feeds) and myAudi 1. Ensure SIM card (provided by dealer) is Destinations.
  • Page 10 The Wi-Fi hotspot feature is intended for passenger use only. Audi connect® services are only available where there is mobile network coverage. You can obtain more information from your current service provider. Important Safety Instructions and Warnings which you must read, are listed on the last panel under Audi connect®.

  • Page 11: Navigation

    Audi Navigation Setting a Destination Your MMI® Navigation system has extraordinary capabilities to enhance your drive with user-definable views, routing selections and more. Get started with setting destinations and discover more as you become familiar with the interface. To set a destination: 1.
  • Page 12 Cellular connectivity is dependent on available cellular signal. *Google Voice™ Local Search requires Audi connect®, and may require an additional subscription with separate terms and conditions. TEXT A8NAV8 to 38981 The features and technologies discussed are optional, and should be used only when it is safe and appropriate.

  • Page 13: Automatic Climate Control

    Automatic Climate Control AUTO Setting Synchronize Zones setting of your Climate Control System maintains Pressing the button will synchronize both AUTO SYNC the cabin temperature to your selected temperature by regulating the driver and passenger side controls to the same the temperature, fan speed and airflow.
  • Page 14 Automatic Climate Control cont. Fan Speed Fan speed can be operated independently. To change the speed, press the button followed by turning either the Driver or Passenger control knob. Recirculation The recirculation function prevents outside air and odors from entering the cabin. It may also be used in conjunction with AC to cool the cabin more quickly.

  • Page 15: Memory Seats

    Memory Seats TEXT A8SEATS to 38981 Setting Your Memory Seats and Mirrors Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply. 1. Adjust the seat and mirror to your desired positions. 2. Press the button located on the driver’s door. 3.

  • Page 16: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wipers TEXT A8WIPERS to 38981 Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply. Wash Pull the stalk toward you to spray washer fluid. Rain Sensing Wipers To activate rain-sensing wipers: 1. From the “OFF” position, move the wiper stalk up one click. 2.

  • Page 17: Cruise Control

    Driver Information Display. It remains in Please refer to your owner’s manual for additional information. memory until you turn your Audi off. TEXT A8CRUISE2 to 38981 Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply.

  • Page 18: Start-Stop System

    Start-Stop, it will remain off until you press the button to turn it back on. NOTE: This feature is available on the A8 3.0T and A8 4.0T vehicles only. Important Safety Instructions and Warnings which you must read, are listed on the last panel under Start-Stop System.

  • Page 19: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Correct Tire Pressure If the TPMS indicator light is on: 1. Check the tire pressure in all tires as soon as possible. 2. Inflate your tires to the specifications on the door jamb label. Reset TPMS Indicator Light 1.

  • Page 20: To Set Time With Gps

    Clock Setting: MMI ® To set time with GPS: 1. Press the function button. MENU 2. Press the Time control button. 3. Using the control knob, scroll to Time source. 4. Make sure the Time source is set to GPS. 5.

  • Page 21: Automatic Trunk

    Automatic Trunk TEXT A8TRUNK1 to 38981 Opening the Automatic Trunk Do not text and drive. Message and data rates may apply. The automatic trunk can be opened and closed automatically. There are three ways to open the automatic trunk: Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 •...

  • Page 22: Brakes

    Brakes Brake Noise The majority of today’s vehicles use semi-metallic brake pads, which offer excellent performance. Because of the metal-to-metal contact involving semi-metallic pads, the sounds generated by the brake system under normal operation can be greater than the sounds produced by vehicles equipped with previous-generation brake pads.
  • Page 23 • Never use the windshield wiper/washer system in freezing around in the event of a sudden driving or braking maneuver • To reduce the risk of a collision, use the Audi connect® weather until you have warmed the windshield first, using or a collision.
  • Page 24 • Always ensure that no one is within range of the rear lid • Switch the cell phone off immediately if you suspect it may • Ask your authorized Audi dealer if run flat tires may be used when it is moving, in particular close to the hinges and the be interfering with the pacemaker.
  • Page 25 • Dirty windshield wiper blades can impair your view. This can lead to accidents. • For your safety, you should replace the wiper blades once or twice a year. See your authorized Audi dealer for replacement blades. Notes...
  • Page 26 Notes...
  • Page 27 Audi Truth in Engineering A8 S8 2014 A8 S8 Audi of America auditechnology.com MY14-A8-01 © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. All rights reserved.

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