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Optional equipment shown.
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Introduction to Your R8Introduction to Your R8
1. Luggage Compartment Lid
Pressing the button unlatches the front luggage
compartment lid. Wipers must be turned o before
opening lid.
2. Audi Phone Box
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Console compartment can charge your compatible
mobile device wirelessly. To use, position device with
display facing up. Phone must be in direct contact with
phone box surface. Calls will be made using external
antenna on the vehicle. Mobile device may be connected
to the Audi Infotainment system using a USB adapter
cable and can be operated using the Multi Media
Interface (MMI) controls. The console also contains 2
USB ports.
3. Performance Controls
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Alters the suspension setting, engine and transmission
characteristics for wet, dry and snowy driving conditions.
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) and Traction
Control (ASR) intervention are extremely limited while
driving in performance mode.
4. Engine Sound Controls
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The driver can choose either Subtle, Balanced or the
Sporty engine sound depending on their mood.
5. Audi Virtual Cockpit (Instrument Cluster)
Displays vehicle systems and function information. Menu
selections can be accessed using either the MMI control
knob or the multifunction steering wheel controls.
6. USB Ports
Allows connection of auxiliary devices and players. Two
USB ports allow two devices to be connected to the MMI
at the same time.
7. Electromechanical Parking Brake
Pulling up on the switch engages the parking brake. To
release, depress the brake pedal and push the switch
down.
8. Voice Recognition
Press the Voice Recognition button on the steering
wheel to activate voice recognition. A short press of
the Voice Recognition button will activate the
voice recognition and a long press will activate voice
recognition with a paired phone.
9. Audi Drive Select
Allows you to choose a drive mode (Comfort, Auto,
Dynamic or Individual), which alters the steering,
engine sound and quattro settings depending on the
mode selected.
10. Steering Wheel Controls
Assists with navigating through a variety of
vehicle functions. To select a menu item, press the
thumbwheel.
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See Owner’s Manual for more detailed information, including proper
placement and important safety warnings.
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Available on V10 performance models.