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Select function menus, apply settings, and display content. Switches to mobile OS when connected to CarPlay or Android Auto.
Press the SET button at your desired speed. Speed can be adjusted by nudging the stalk.
Cancel by braking or pushing stalk away. Resume by pulling stalk towards you.
Maintains speed and distance from vehicle ahead, automatically braking and accelerating.
Alerts before driving over lane markings via visual and steering wheel feedback.
Automatically steers into parking spaces using ultrasonic sensors; driver controls gear, acceleration, and braking.
Use Intelligent Search to enter addresses, points of interest, or generic terms.
Enter search terms in any order for points of interest, contacts, destinations, or routes.
Connect your iPhone via USB or wirelessly to use CarPlay features like Siri, calls, messages, and music.
Connect your Android phone via USB to use Android Auto features like Google Assistant, navigation, and music.
This document serves as a Quick Questions & Answers guide for the 2021 Audi Q3, detailing various features and their operation.
The MMI Touch Response system provides access to multiple vehicle features and functions, including Radio, Media, Telephone, Navigation, Phone Apps, Vehicle settings, and more. The touchscreen allows users to select function menus, apply settings, and display content. When connected to Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™, the display switches to the mobile device operating system. Icons can be moved by pressing and holding, then dragging. Swiping left or right switches between menu pages, and pressing the Home button returns to the Home screen. Quick Access allows users to return to the Home screen or quickly switch between four selected menus. The Status Display shows information like connected mobile devices, data connection, and Bluetooth® activation. The Notification Center can be accessed by pulling the status bar downward or pressing the notification icon, displaying status information and notifications. Connected devices, personal profiles, date and time, and other content can be managed here. Notifications can be deleted by pressing and dragging to the right edge. Radio stations, telephone contacts, and navigation destinations can be saved as favorites or shortcuts for quick access. To save, press and hold the item until the option menu appears, then choose "Store as favorite" or "Store as a shortcut." A solid white star indicates a saved favorite. Favorites can be accessed via Home screen » Radio » Source » Favorites, Home screen » Telephone » Favorites, or Home screen » Navigation » Favorites. Shortcuts are accessed via Home screen » select Shortcuts.
The Automatic Climate Control system allows users to set preferences for temperature, airflow distribution, and recirculation. It can operate in AUTO or manual mode. Setting the temperature to 70 °F (22 °C) and pressing the AUTO button is recommended. When AUTO is selected, the system automatically conditions and dehumidifies the cabin. Pressing the AUTO button for two seconds synchronizes driver and passenger controls to the same temperature, fan speed, and airflow. When HI or LO are selected, the system runs continuously, heating or cooling with the blower in AUTO mode. Seat heating is activated by pressing the seat heating button, with LEDs indicating the temperature level (up to level 3). Pressing the button repeatedly reduces the temperature or turns it off. Air distribution can be directed to defrost, panel, and floor vents or a combination. The Defrost function clears frost or condensation from the windshield and side windows. Recirculation prevents outside air and odors from entering the cabin and can cool the cabin more quickly, but should not be used for extended periods. The Rear Defogger clears condensation from the rear window and automatically turns off after 10 to 20 minutes. The climate control system can be turned off by pressing the Fan button.
The Audi Phone Box allows wireless charging for compatible mobile devices. To use, the device should be positioned with its display facing up, in direct contact with the phone box surface. Calls are made using the vehicle's external antenna. Mobile devices can also be connected to the Audi Multi Media Interface using a USB adapter cable and operated via the MMI display.
The volume knob controls audio volume. Pressing it mutes the audio, and pressing and holding turns audio on or off. Moving it left or right advances tracks.
The left-side steering wheel controls include:
The right-side steering wheel controls include:
To activate cruise control, pull the control stalk toward the ON position. To set or change speed, press the SET button at the end of the stalk at the desired speed. The set speed and indicator light are shown in the driver information display. Speed can be changed by accelerating or decelerating and pressing SET again, pushing the stalk up or down in 1mph increments, or holding the stalk up or down for continuous increase/decrease. To cancel, press the brake pedal or push the stalk away one detent. To resume, pull the stalk toward you. The most recently set speed is retained until cruise control is turned off or the ignition is off.
For vehicles with adaptive cruise assist, the system combines speed and distance regulation to maintain a distance from the vehicle ahead. It can brake and accelerate as needed. Activation, setting, canceling, and resuming follow standard cruise control instructions. Pushing the stalk up or down increases/decreases speed in 2.5 mph increments. The set distance can be changed by tapping the DISTANCE rocker switch and then tapping it again toward or .
The active lane departure warning provides a visual and optional vibrational alert before the vehicle crosses lane markings. It is designed for highway and major roads. The button on the turn signal lever switches lane guidance on or off. White indicator light means lane guidance is on but not ready.
Driver assist settings are accessed via Vehicle » Driver assist on the touch display. Features may include Speed warning, Adaptive cruise assist, Distance warning, Audi pre sense, and Side assist.
Park assist automatically steers the car into parallel or perpendicular parking spaces using ultrasonic sensors. The driver controls gear shift, acceleration, braking, and monitoring surroundings. To turn on, press the P@ button below the upper touch display. The LED turns on, and the park assist display appears in the Infotainment system. To search for parking spaces on the driver's side, activate the left turn signal. To switch off, press the Park Assist button again.
The MMI Navigation system allows setting destinations with user-definable views and routing selections. Intelligent Search allows entering search terms for destinations in any order, including points of interest, contacts, previous destinations, routes, or favorites. An Audi connect subscription is required for internet-based searches. To use, select Navigation, then the Search icon. Shortcuts for common destinations (Parking, Restaurant, Gas station) are displayed. Addresses or names can be entered using the keyboard or handwriting recognition. Matching locations are displayed, and "Start" begins route guidance. Online search engine providers can also be used via Navigation » » G. Intelligent Search with Voice Recognition is activated by a short press of the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel or on the Intelligent search screen. Commands like an address, point of interest, or generic category can be spoken. Destinations can be saved as favorites or shortcuts by pressing and holding the displayed destination until the Option menu appears, then choosing "Store as favorite" or "Save as shortcut." A solid white star indicates a saved favorite. Navigation settings are accessed by pressing in map view, allowing modification of Map settings, Voice guidance, Route criteria, Route information, Personal route assistance, and Presentation mode.
A compatible phone, once paired, will automatically reconnect and synchronize contacts. Bluetooth is not available when Apple CarPlay® is active. To pair a phone: turn ignition on (vehicle in Park), activate phone's Bluetooth, open Bluetooth menu on phone (ensure "Audi MMI XXXX" appears), select Phone on touch display, select Connect mobile device, select device from list (refresh if not displayed), select Pair on device when PINs match, and select Allow on device to sync contacts. Some devices may require allowing access to the address book. The Bluetooth symbol appears in the status bar when a paired phone is connected. A primary and secondary phone can be paired. To swap primary/secondary order, select Phone » from the vehicle touch display.
Online speech dialog system can be enabled via MMI » Settings » General » Speech dialog system, then provide consent. A short press of the Voice Recognition button on the multifunction steering wheel activates MMI voice recognition for audio, navigation, and telephone functions (e.g., "Play FM 103.5"). A long press of the Voice Recognition button with a compatible device connected enables voice recognition with the phone's digital assistant (e.g., "Call Mary Smith, mobile"). To switch off, press and hold the Voice Recognition button or say "Cancel."
The Multi Media Interface accesses multiple media sources: Bluetooth-connected devices, USB-connected devices, onboard Radio/Satellite sources, online media (via Wi-Fi hotspot), and SD cards. Bluetooth streaming is not available when Apple CarPlay is active. To access a media source, select Media on the touch display, then select Source and choose from options. To connect additional mobile devices (after two phones are paired): select Media » Source » Connect external device, activate Bluetooth menu on external device, select New connection, select from available Bluetooth devices (refresh if not displayed). A PIN will be generated for confirmation on the mobile device.
Connects compatible smartphones to the MMI, adapting phone content to the display and allowing operation via MMI controls. Apple CarPlay®: To connect, turn ignition on (vehicle in Park), ensure iPhone® is unlocked and running latest iOS, connect iPhone with manufacturer-approved cable to USB port, and respond to prompts. If the iPhone remains locked for over an hour, it must be unlocked. When connected, a long press of the Voice Recognition button activates Siri®. Functions include making/receiving calls, sending/receiving text messages, setting reminders, turn-by-turn navigation, recent places, and music apps. The iPhone will automatically connect via USB or WiFi after initial connection. Wireless Apple CarPlay is available if the vehicle has Navigation. To connect wirelessly, switch on Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on iPhone, select Phone apps » To connected devices » New connection, select iPhone from list, and follow prompts. Features include Siri Voice Control (activated by long pressing Voice Recognition button or Home button), Phone (calls, voicemails), Maps (directions, traffic, travel time), Messages (send, read, reply), and accessing additional apps like Pandora, iHeartRadio, Spotify. The Audi MMI icon returns to the MMI system, and the Apple CarPlay button returns to the Apple CarPlay interface. Android Auto™: To connect, ensure Android phone runs current OS, Bluetooth and WiFi are on, an active data plan, connect phone to USB port via USB cable, and respond to prompts (download Android Auto app if needed). When connected, a long press of the Voice Recognition button activates Google Assistant or say "Hey Google." Functions include setting reminders, turn-by-turn navigation, making/receiving calls, sending/receiving text messages, recent destinations, and music apps. The phone automatically connects via USB during the next ignition cycle. Features include Microphone (activate Google Assistant), Navigation (predictive directions, traffic, travel time), Phone (text messages, calls, voicemail), Home Screen, Music and Audio (streaming from apps), and Vehicle Functions (return to MMI system).
With an Audi connect PLUS subscription, the MMI acts as a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight devices. Ignition must be on. To set up: select Settings » Connection settings » Wi-Fi. Press the toggle icon to activate/deactivate. A random password is set at the factory and should be changed. Wi-Fi hotspot is active and visible to other devices when switched on.
The myAudi app personalizes the Audi Q3 experience. After setting up a myAudi account and completing the Audi connect key user setup, log in from the Q3 via MMI: Home Screen » User » myAudi login, enter Username and Password, press Login. From the myAudi mobile app, select the Vehicle icon, scroll to "myAudi marketplace," click "Shop," and view/select eligible plans. Standard data rates apply.
The document provides a comprehensive list of indicator lights with their corresponding functions:
General| Brand | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | Q3 2021 |
| Category | Automobile |
| Language | English |
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