Audi A4: Distance warning
Description
Applies to: vehicles with distance warning
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive cruise control:
Fig. 117 Instrument cluster: display of the current distance
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control
Fig. 118 Instrument cluster: distance warning
General information
At speeds above approximately 40 mph (65
km/h), this function measures the distance to
the vehicle ahead as time. If the distance falls below
the warning threshold and remains there,
the system will warn you of the hazard with the
indicator light.
Image in the Driver assistance display
Applies to: vehicles with Audi adaptive cruise control
The display only appears if the Driver assistance
display is selected in the trip computer
and the adaptive cruise control is not
actively controlling the vehicle.
- Detected vehicle driving ahead
- Use the markings to help you estimate the
distance to an obstacle. Each marking represents
approximately one second.
- Set warning threshold. Depending on the settings,
the display will be colored in from the
bottom to the top.
- The actual distance is smaller than the set
distance and you will be informed about the
danger.
Adjusting the distance warning
You can turn the distance warning on or off in the
MMI, or adjust it to your preference. The settings
depend on the vehicle equipment.
- Applies to: MMI: Select on the home screen:
VEHICLE > Driver assistance > Distance warning.
Possible settings:
Messages
If or
is displayed when there is a
malfunction,
the distance warning functions may be unavailable
or may be limited.
A message that indicates the cause and possible
solution may appear with some displays. The
weather conditions may be too poor or a sensor
may be covered. Clean the area in front of the
sensors and try to turn the system on
again later.
If the malfunction remains, drive to an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility
immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
WARNING
Observe the safety precautions and note the
limits of the assist systems, sensors, and
cameras.
Tips
- The driver is always responsible for adhering
to the regulations applicable in the country
where the vehicle is being operated.
- You may fall below the warning threshold
briefly when passing or when quickly approaching
a vehicle driving ahead. There is
no warning in this scenario. A warning is given
only if you fall below the warning threshold
for an extended period of time.
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