Digital compass
Switching the compass on and off
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
Fig. 55 Rearview mirror: digital compass is switched on
To turn the compass on or off, press the button until the compass display in the mirror turns on or off. The digital compass only works when the ignition is turned on. Directions are indicated with abbreviations: N (north), NE (northeast), E (east), SE (southeast), S (south), SW (southwest), W (west), NW (northwest).
To prevent inaccurate compass readings, do not bring remote controls, electrical devices, or metallic objects near the mirror.
Adjusting the magnetic zone
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
Fig. 56 Magnetic zone map
The magnetic zone must be adjusted correctly for the compass to read accurately.
- Press and hold the button until the number of the magnetic zone appears in the interior rearview mirror.
- Press the button repeatedly to select the correct magnetic zone. The selection mode turns off after a few seconds.
Calibrating the compass
Applies to: vehicles with digital compass
If the display is incorrect or inaccurate, the compass must be recalibrated.
- Press and hold the button until the calibration icon appears in the rearview mirror.
- Drive in a circle at about 6 mph (10 km/h) until a direction is displayed in the rearview mirror.
- Calibrate in an area where there is no traffic to reduce risk to yourself and other drivers.
Sitting correctly and safely
Correct passenger seating position
As the driver, ensure every passenger is sitting correctly and maintaining proper seating position while driving. Make sure that:
- Every passenger has adjusted their seat correctly.
- The steering wheel is adjusted correctly.
- The mirrors provide a sufficient view of the area around the vehicle.
- Every passenger has their head restraint adjusted correctly.
- Every passenger has their safety belt fastened correctly.
- Activation status of the front passenger airbag is suitable for the passenger.
- Children are secured in appropriate child safety seats attached to the vehicle seats.
Examples of incorrect seating positions
Incorrect seating positions reduce safety belt effectiveness and increase risk of injury. Examples of dangerous positions when the vehicle is in motion:
- Never stand inside the vehicle.
- Never stand, kneel, or tilt backrest too far on the seats.
- Never lean against the instrument panel or windows.
- Never lie down on the rear bench seat.
- Never sit only on the front section of the seat or sideways.
- Never place feet out of the window, on the instrument panel, or on seat cushions.
- Never ride in the footwell, armrests, or luggage compartment.
- Always wear the safety belt when seated.
Warning
- Incorrect seating positions, failure to wear a safety belt, or being too close to an airbag increases risk of serious or fatal injury.
Tips
If you or other passengers have physical limitations preventing correct seating, modifications may be necessary. Contact an authorized Audi dealer or customer support at 1-800-822-2834 for assistance.
Front seats
General information:
- You should be able to press pedals completely while legs are slightly bent.
- Distance between upper body and steering wheel or instrument panel should be at least 10 inches (25 cm).
- Distance between knees and instrument panel should be at least 4 inches (10 cm).
- Thighs lightly supported by seat, backrest upright, back resting against it.
- Clear view of area around vehicle and instrument cluster, indicator lights, and head-up display.
Warning
- Too close to steering wheel or instrument panel increases injury risk from airbags.
- Backrest angled too far reduces safety belt effectiveness.
- Adjust seats only when vehicle is stationary.
- Avoid objects in driver footwell that could obstruct pedals.
- Floor mats must be securely attached; do not place additional mats on top of installed mats.
- Never place feet on instrument panel, out of window, or on seat surfaces.
