Surrounding Area Detection
Sensor and Camera Coverage Areas
Fig. 101 Rearview camera coverage area
The assist systems analyze the data from various sensors and cameras installed in the vehicle.
Do not use any assist systems if there is damage in the area of the sensors and cameras or on the
vehicle underbody. Damage can impair the function of the sensors and cameras or cause malfunctions.
Have an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility check their function.
Radar Sensors
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area in front of and behind the vehicle may be detected.
The wheel sensors on the rear corners of the vehicle are positioned so that the adjacent lanes to
the left and right are detected on roads with a normal lane width.
Ultrasonic Sensors
Depending on vehicle equipment, various areas may be displayed in the MMI using the ultrasonic sensors.
The range of the displays depends on the location of the ultrasonic sensors:
- Approximately 4 feet (1.20 m)
- Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
- Approximately 5.2 feet (1.60 m)
- Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
- Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
The side area is detected and evaluated when passing. There may have been changes to the surrounding
area after switching the ignition off and on again, after opening the doors, or if the vehicle is left
stationary for a period of time. In this case, the area will appear black until it has been detected
and evaluated.
Cameras
Use the camera image on the display to assist you only if it shows a good, clear picture.
Keep in mind that the image in the display is enlarged and distorted. Under certain circumstances,
objects may appear different and unclear on the display.
The rearview camera can only detect the area marked in red. Only this area is displayed on the center display.
Warning
Sensors and cameras have areas in which the surroundings cannot be detected. Objects, animals, and
people may be detected only with limitations or may not be detected at all. Always monitor the traffic
and the vehicle’s surroundings directly and do not become distracted.
Note
- Obstacles may disappear from the measurement range when approaching them.
- Detection may be limited for objects above the coverage area.
- Low obstacles and narrow objects such as chains, poles, fences, or foliage.
- Projecting objects such as trailer draw bars.
- Objects with certain surfaces and structures, such as fabric.
Tips
- Sensors and cameras must not be obstructed.
- Keep sensors free of snow, ice, and deposits.
- Do not use accessories or stickers near sensor areas.
- License plate brackets must match factory-installed specifications.
- System performance may be limited in poor lighting or visibility conditions.
- External ultrasonic sensors may interfere with the system.
- Coverage areas shown are diagrams and not to scale.
- The system complies with FCC and ISED regulations.
Locations of the Sensors and Cameras
Fig. 102 Front area: sensors and cameras
Fig. 103 Rear area: sensors and cameras
Front Area
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the following sensors and cameras may be installed:
- Camera behind the windshield
- Peripheral cameras on the exterior mirrors
- Front peripheral camera in the radiator grille
- Front and side ultrasonic sensors
- Front radar sensors at the corners of the bumper
may be displayed in the MMI using the ultrasonic
sensors > fig. 100.
The range of the displays depends on the location
of the ultrasonic sensors:
@ Approximately 4 feet (1.20 m)
@® Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
@® Approximately 5.2 feet (1.60 m)
© Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
© Approximately 3 feet (0.90 m)
The side area © is detected and evaluated when
passing. There may have been changes to the surrounding area after switching the ignition off and
on again, after opening the doors, or if the vehicle is left stationary for a period of time. In this
case, the area will appear black until the area has
been detected and evaluated.
Cameras
Use the camera image on the display to assist you
only if it shows a good, clear picture. Keep in
mind that the image in the display is enlarged
and distorted. Under certain circumstances, objects may appear different and unclear on the display.
The rearview camera can only detect the area
marked in red > fig. 107. Only this area is displayed on the center display
