Audi R8 2007 Manuel du propriétaire

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Controls and displays8Fig. 1 Some of the items of equipment listed in this section are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras.document_

HomeLink98– Press and hold down the two outer buttons until the indi-cator diode starts to flash ⇒ page 95, fig. 80.– Then release the buttons.After t

HomeLink 99Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataGibraltar RTTE 20754/0087847Greece JCI 05JUL2000 RTTEGreat Britain

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Safe driving102Safe drivingGeneral notesSafety is the first priorityYour safety is our first priority.This chapter contains important information, tip

Safe driving 103Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data– Check the tyre pressures.– Make sure that all windows are c

Safe driving104Correct sitting positionsCorrect sitting position for driverThe correct driving position is important for safe and fatigue-free driving

Safe driving 105Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• Never hold the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock positi

Safe driving106Correct adjustment of head restraintsProperly adjusted head restraints are an important part of the vehicle's occupant protection

Safe driving 107Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• never stand on the seats,• never kneel on the seats,• never

Controls and displays 9Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataControls and displaysOverviewElectric windows . . . .

Safe driving108Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and are firmly secured to prevent them from slipping. You can obtain suit-ab

Seat belts 109Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSeat beltsWhy is it so important to use seat belts?Seat belts p

Seat belts110Important safety instructions for using seat beltsThere are a number of safety points concerning the seat belts which you should remember

Seat belts 111Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataThe physical principles involved in a frontal collision are rel

Seat belts112How to wear seat belts properlyPutting on the three-point seat beltsAlways fasten your seat belts before driving off.– Adjust the front s

Seat belts 113Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWARNING• The diagonal part of the belt should never be position

Seat belts114– Guide the belt back by hand so that it is taken up by the retractor.Belt tensionersHow the belt tensioners workThe seat belts for the d

Airbag system 115Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataAirbag systemDescription of airbag systemGeneral notes on ai

Airbag system116• If you sell the vehicle, please remember to pass on the complete Service Wallet to the new owner. If the front passenger's airb

Airbag system 117Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataThe front airbag for the driver is located in the padded hub

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps10Instruments and warning/indicator lampsInstrumentsInstrument cluster overviewThe instrument cluster is the dr

Airbag system118WARNING• It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dashbo

Airbag system 119Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical datacollision ⇒ in “Important safety notes on the side airbag s

Airbag system120• Any damage to the original seat upholstery or around the seams of the side airbag units must be repaired immediately by a qualified

Airbag system 121Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataThe key-operated switch for deactivating the front passenger

Child safety122Child safetyPoints to remember if children are travelling in the carIntroductionThe physical principles involved and the forces acting

Child safety 123Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataaccording to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of

Child safety124Child safety seat: category 0 / 0+A suitable child safety seat and a correctly worn seat belt can protect your child.Babies up to about

Child safety 125Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataChild safety seats: category 2/3A suitable child safety seat

Child safety126Fitting child safety seatsGeneral informationLabel on a child safety seat ⇒ fig. 107 Approval number Manufacturer's serial number.

Child safety 127Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataExtended list of recommended child restraint systems1)manufac

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 11Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataRev counterThe rev counter indicate

Child safety128deactivated. This could result in potentially fatal injuries. Deacti-vate the passenger's airbag. Please refer to the chapter “Dea

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Intelligent technology132Intelligent technologyElectronic stabilisation program (ESP)The Electronic Stabilisation Program increases the car's sta

Intelligent technology 133Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSwitching off the ESP and traction control system (

Intelligent technology134Rear spoilerThe automatic rear spoiler increases the car's stability.The rear spoiler can be extended or retracted manua

Intelligent technology 135Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWearThe rate of wear on the brake pads depends a gr

Intelligent technology136front wheels is not obstructed, otherwise the brakes can overheat. Power steeringThe power steering assists the driver when t

Intelligent technology 137Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical datapery roads just because the car still has good acce

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps12Digital clock with date displayThe vehicle is equipped with either a radio-controlled clock or a normal quart

Your vehicle and the environment138Your vehicle and the environmentRunning inA new vehicle should be run in over a distance of 2,500 km. During the fi

Your vehicle and the environment 139Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSporty drivingLetting the engine warm up

Your vehicle and the environment140Manufacturing methods• Plastic components made from recycled materials• Solvent-free cavity sealing• Solvent-free w

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Care of vehicle and cleaning144Care of vehicle and cleaningGeneral notesRegular care helps to maintain the value of the vehicle.Regular and careful ca

Care of vehicle and cleaning 145Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWARNING• Do not wash the vehicle with the ign

Care of vehicle and cleaning146Dirt or marks on the trim mouldings should be removed with an acid-free cleaning agent (do not use a chrome cleaner). B

Care of vehicle and cleaning 147Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• The heating element for the rear window is

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 13Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWarning lamp If the symbol  flash

Care of vehicle and cleaning148In the case of normal surface dirt you can use a foam cleaner. Use a sponge to spread the foam on the textile surface a

Care of vehicle and cleaning 149Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataa typical and distinctive patina. This is cha

Care of vehicle and cleaning150Leather care products– The leather should be treated regularly (about twice a year) with a special leather-care product

Care of vehicle and cleaning 151Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• Do not use chemical cleaning agents on the

Fuel and filling the tank152Fuel and filling the tankPetrolPetrol gradeThe correct grade of petrol is listed inside the fuel tank flap.The vehicle is

Fuel and filling the tank 153Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataClosing the tank cap– Screw on the tank cap cloc

Fuel and filling the tank154Releasing the tank flap manuallyThe tank flap can be released manually if the tank unlocking system should fail to operate

Checking and topping up fluids 155Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataChecking and topping up fluidsEngine lidOpe

Checking and topping up fluids156drive belts and alternator, etc., and from the high-voltage ignition system. • Observe the following additional warni

Checking and topping up fluids 157Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataEngine oilGeneral notesWe recommend that yo

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps14Upper mileage recorder (trip recorder)The upper mileage recorder shows the distance that has been trav-elled

Checking and topping up fluids158Checking oil level– Warm up the engine by driving the vehicle until the oil temperature shown in the instrument clust

Checking and topping up fluids 159Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• No additives should be used with engine o

Checking and topping up fluids160Checking coolant levelBe careful when checking the coolant.– Switch off the ignition.– Cover the cap on the expansion

Checking and topping up fluids 161Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataIf a lot of coolant has been lost, wait for

Checking and topping up fluids162BatteryGeneral notesAll work on batteries requires specialist knowledge.The battery is located behind the cover in th

Checking and topping up fluids 163Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataremoved from the vehicle cannot tip over. O

Checking and topping up fluids164Charging the batteryA fully-charged battery is important for reliable starting.–Note the warnings ⇒ in “Important sa

Checking and topping up fluids 165Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical datawax solvent) to the water. A washer fluid w

Wheels and tyres166Wheels and tyresWheelsGeneral notes–When driving with new tyres, be especially careful during the first 500 km.– If you have to dri

Wheels and tyres 167Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataTyre service lifeCorrect inflation pressures and sensible

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 15Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWarning and indicator lampsOverview

Wheels and tyres168Tread wear indicatorsThe tread wear indicators show the condition of the tyre treads.The original tyres on your vehicle have 1.6 mm

Wheels and tyres 169Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataUnderstanding the tyre designations makes it easier to ch

Wheels and tyres170• If wheel trims are fitted after the car is purchased, ensure that there is an adequate flow of air for cooling the brakes.For the

Wheels and tyres 171Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataThe performance of winter tyres is also severely impaired

Wheels and tyres172Remove wheel covers (if fitted) and trim rings before attaching snow chains. For safety reasons cover caps must then be fitted over

Wheels and tyres 173Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataNote• Responsibility for ensuring that the tyres are corr

Accessories and modifications to the vehicle174Accessories and modifications to the vehicleAccessories, replacement parts and repairsIt is best to con

Accessories and modifications to the vehicle 175Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataYou will appreciate that your

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Instruments and warning/indicator lamps16Note• Yellow symbols are accompanied by one warning chime. The function indicated should be checked as soon a

Self-help178Self-helpBreakdown kitThe breakdown kit consists of a warning triangle, first-aid kit, tool kit and the Tyre Mobility System.First-aid kit

Self-help 179Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataYour vehicle is equipped with a tyre repair kit: the Tyre Mobili

Self-help180PreparationsCertain steps must be taken before repairing a tyre.– If you have a flat tyre, stop the car well away from moving traffic.– Ap

Self-help 181Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data– Unscrew the dust cap from the valve of the damaged tyre.– Scre

Self-help182Note• Do not use the compressor for longer than 8 minutes at a time, as it could overheat. When the compressor has cooled down, you can us

Self-help 183Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataIt is advisable to carry the wheel bolt adapter in the vehicle.

Self-help184• The car can be damaged if the jack is not applied at the correct jacking points. There is also a risk of injury since the jack can slip

Self-help 185Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataTightening wheel bolts– Fit the box spanner as far as it will go

Self-help186• Switch off the car telephone if necessary. Details will be given in the manufacturer's instructions for the car telephone.Starting

Self-help 187Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataCautionPlease note that the described method of connecting the l

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 17Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• It will also come on if a fault s

Self-help188• The hazard warning lights of both vehicles must normally be switched on. However, observe any regulations to the contrary.• Make sure th

Self-help 189Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical datanot successful. Tow-starting is an attempt to start the engine v

Fuses and bulbs190Fuses and bulbsFusesChanging fusesIf a fuse has blown it must be replaced.The various electrical circuits are protected by fuses. Th

Fuses and bulbs 191Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataThe fuse box is located behind the foot rest in the passen

Fuses and bulbs192Some of the items listed are only fitted on certain models or are optional extras.The electric windows and electric seat adjusters a

Fuses and bulbs 193Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataBulbsNoteYour vehicle is fitted with maintenance-free head

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General notes196General notesNotesWhere not otherwise indicated or separately listed, all technical data apply to vehicles with standard equipment for

General notes 197Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataVehicle identification number6)The vehicle identification nu

© 2007 AUDI AGAUDI AG works continuously to develop and further improve all models. You will appreciate that we must therefore reserve the right to al

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps18If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or flickers when the vehicle is moving, this

Performance, weights and dimensions198Performance, weights and dimensionsR8 4.2 quattroEngine dataPerformance figuresWeightsEngine oilMG = Manual gear

Performance, weights and dimensions 199Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataCapacitiesFuel tankWindscreen washerlt

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Index202AABSSee Anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . 132AC modeAir conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Acceleration figuresSee P

Index 203Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataCar keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Index204Red symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Service interval display . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Setting . . . . . . . . . . .

Index 205Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataGGarage door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95Gearbox (

Index206Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Locking . . . . .

Index 207Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataRadio display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Radi

Instruments and warning/indicator lamps 19Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical datasideways. Drive carefully to the ne

Index208Tyre pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167, 172Tyre pressure monitoring system . . . . . 172Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . .

Driver information system20Driver information systemIntroductionThe driver information system in the instrument cluster shows you the status of variou

Driver information system 21Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• On vehicles equipped with the Audi navigation s

Driver information system22• Do not reset the service interval display between services - other-wise the display will be incorrect.• The information i

Driver information system 23Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataDistance coveredThis display shows the distance y

Driver information system24MenusIntroductionSome of the functions in your vehicle can be adjusted, activated and controlled via menus (e.g. parking ai

Driver information system 25Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSelecting options from the menuThe menu display i

Driver information system26– Press the button again to exit from the Help func-tion.The Help menu is for your information only. It is not possible t

Driver information system 27Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSetting (part 2)– Press the rocker switch repeate

ForewordThank you for choosing the Audi R8.The new Audi R8 combines the latest technology with numerous features for your comfort and convenience. To

Driver information system28Calling up the lap timer– With the ignition switched on, keep pressing the button ⇒ fig. 21 until the lap timer ⇒ fig. 2

Driver information system 29Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataEach time a lap time is stored, it moves one line

Driver information system30Switching the display between lap timer and on-board computerYou can call up information from the on-board computer while t

Driver information system 31Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataResuming the lap time session laterWhen you have

Driver information system32NotePlease bear in mind that, even with the speed warning function, it is still important to keep a check on the car's

Driver information system 33Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataClearing speed limit– Switch off the ignition.– B

Driver information system34Yellow symbols are accompanied by one warning chime. The func-tion indicated should be checked as soon as possible. If seve

Driver information system 35Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataFault in the brake system The warning lamp flash

Driver information system36• The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a dangerous place. Before carrying out any work in the engine compartment,

Driver information system 37Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataCheck engine oil level  Please check oil levelI

Contents2ContentsNotes on this Owner's Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Contro

Driver information system38The message disappears after 5 seconds. Press the adjuster/test button ⇒ page 10, fig. 2 briefly if you wish to call up th

Driver information system 39Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataIf these symbols light up, the clutch has overhea

Doors and windows40Doors and windowsRemote control keysSet of keysThe set of keys for your vehicle ⇒ fig. 32 includes:two remote control keysone spare

Doors and windows 41Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataRemote control keyThe remote control will lock and unlock

Doors and windows42– Take the used battery out of the cover.– Insert the new battery. Make sure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing downwards

Doors and windows 43Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataDriver's door lock: Turn the key in the driver'

Doors and windows44open one of the doors or the luggage lid within 30 seconds after unlocking the car. This function prevents the vehicle from remaini

Doors and windows 45Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWARNINGDo not leave anyone (especially children) in the c

Doors and windows46Locking passenger's door manuallyIf the central locking system should fail to work at any time, the passenger's door will

Doors and windows 47Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataLuggage lidOpening and closing the luggage lidThe windscr

Contents 3Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataChild safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Points to reme

Doors and windows48Manual release of the luggage lidThe luggage lid can be released manually if it will not open in the normal way.– Fold out the foot

Doors and windows 49Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataTurn signalsThe turn signals flash briefly when the vehic

Doors and windows50Electric windowsControlsThe driver can operate all the electric windows in the vehicle.The electric windows are controlled by two-s

Doors and windows 51Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data• Close the window as far as it will go by lifting and ho

Lights and vision52Lights and visionLightsSwitching lights on and off Switching on the side lights– Turn the light switch ⇒ fig. 46 to position . Th

Lights and vision 53Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataApplies to vehicles: with automatic headlightsAutomatic (

Lights and vision54Note• When the automatic headlights have been activated, the dipped-beam headlights will go out when the ignition is switched off,

Lights and vision 55Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataComing home functionWhen the system is activated and it i

Lights and vision56Hazard warning lights The hazard warning lights are used to make other road users aware of your vehicle in hazardous situations.–

Lights and vision 57Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataHeadlight flasher – Pull the lever towards the steering

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Lights and vision58If a door is left open, the light is switched off after about 10 minutes to prevent the battery from running flat.The brightness of

Lights and vision 59Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWindscreen wipersWindscreen wipers The windscreen wiper

Lights and vision60The windscreen washer jets are heated when the ignition is switched on.When the lights are switched on you should only pull the lev

Lights and vision 61Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataService positionThe wiper blades can only be replaced whe

Lights and vision62Changing wiper bladesGood wiper blades are essential for clear vision.Taking off the wiper blade– Place the wipers in the service p

Lights and vision 63Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataRear-view mirrorsManual anti-dazzle adjustmentNormal sett

Lights and vision64• The automatic anti-dazzle function will only work properly if there are no objects preventing light from reaching the interior mi

Lights and vision 65Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWARNINGElectrolyte fluid can leak from a broken mirror. T

Lights and vision66Applies to vehicles: with digital compassSetting the correct compass calibration zoneThe correct compass calibration zone must firs

Seats and storage 67Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSeats and storageManually adjustable front seatsApplies t

Notes on this Owner's Manual 5Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataNotes on this Owner's ManualThis Owne

Seats and storage68– Turn the adjuster wheel to set the angle of the back-rest as required.Unlocking backrest– Push the handle upwards.– Fold the

Seats and storage 69Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataApplies to vehicles: with electric seat adjustmentSeat ad

Seats and storage70Bucket seatsApplies to vehicles: with bucket seatsSeat adjuster controlsThe bucket seat has several adjustment functions.Adjuster

Seats and storage 71Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data– Turn the adjuster wheel to set the angle of the back-

Seats and storage72Cup holdersWARNING• Do not put any hot drinks in the cup holders while the vehicle is moving. You could be scalded if the hot liqui

Seats and storage 73Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataUsing cigarette lighter– Open the ashtray cover to access

Seats and storage74connected to the socket must not exceed a power rating of 100 W. The socket will only work when the ignition is switched on.WARNING

Heating and cooling 75Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataHeating and coolingAir conditionerControlsThe air condi

Heating and cooling76The compressor also switches off if the coolant temperature is excessively high, to ensure adequate engine cooling under extreme

Heating and cooling 77Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSwitching air conditioner on or offSwitching air condit

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Heating and cooling78• In position  the air will flow only to the driver/front passenger. Air outlets and will be opened.• In position  the air

Heating and cooling 79Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWhen driving through a tunnel or in queues of traffic,

Heating and cooling80For the sake of the environmentSwitch off the heated rear window manually as soon as the rear window is clear. By saving electric

Driving 81Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataDrivingSteeringAdjusting the steering wheel positionThe height and

Driving82Starting the engine Turn the key to this position to start the engine. While the engine is being started the headlights are switched back to

Driving 83Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSwitching off the engineOn vehicles with R tronic, the engine can b

Driving84WARNINGPlease note that the handbrake should be released all the way. If it is only partially released this will cause overheating of the rea

Driving 85Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataParking aidApplies to vehicles: with 8-channel parking aidFront and

Driving86ParkingIf the parking manoeuvre involves shunting backwards and forwards, the warning sound will be switched off temporarily while you change

Driving 87Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataCaution do not move the gear lever into neutral without depressing

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Driving88Applies to vehicles: with cruise control systemSwitching off cruise control temporarily– Press the brake pedal, or– Press the clutch pedal, o

Driving 89Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataSport driving modeSelect the sport setting for performance-oriented

Automatic gearbox90Automatic gearboxApplies to vehicles: with R tronicDescriptionR tronic is an automatic sequential-shift gearbox using shift-by-wire

Automatic gearbox 91Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataWARNING• The accelerator pedal must on no account be pres

Automatic gearbox92maximum engine speed is reached, unless you have activated the sport function ⇒ page 90.If you select a lower gear, the R tronic ge

Automatic gearbox 93Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataApplies to vehicles: with R tronicLaunch control programm

Automatic gearbox94Applies to vehicles: with R tronicBackup programmeA back-up system is in place if a fault should occur in the control system.The R

HomeLink 95Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataHomeLinkUniversal transmitterApplies to vehicles: with HomeLinkDes

HomeLink96At the operating unit1. Switch on the ignition (do not start the engine).2. Press and hold down the two outer buttons of the HomeLink® ope

HomeLink 97Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical dataApplies to vehicles: with HomeLinkRolling code programmingSome dev