Fig. 35 Operating lever: switching the light functions on and off
The lever operates the turn signals, the high beams and the headlight flasher.
Turn signals
The turn signal will activate when you move the lever into a turn signal position while the ignition is switched on. The respective or indicator light will flash. The turn signal blinks three times if you tap the lever (convenience turn signal).
If an indicator light blinks twice as fast as usual, a turn signal bulb has failed. Carefully drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility immediately to have the malfunction corrected.
High beams and headlight flasher
Move the lever to the corresponding position:
The indicator light in the instrument cluster will turn on.
WARNING
High beams can cause glare for other drivers, which increases the risk of an accident. For this reason, only use the high beams or the headlight flasher when they will not create glare for other drivers.
High beam assistant
The high beam assistant automatically turns the high beams on or off depending on the surrounding conditions.
A camera on the rearview mirror mount can detect light sources from other road users. The high beams switch on or off automatically depending on the position of vehicles driving ahead and oncoming vehicles, the vehicle speed as well as other environmental factors and traffic conditions.
Activating high beam assistant
Requirement: the light switch must be in the AUTO position and the high beam assistant must be switched on in the MMI.
Activating and deactivating the high beam head lights manually
If the high beams did not switch on or off as expected, you may switch them on or off manually instead:
Operating the headlight flasher
WARNING
For this reason, only use the high beams or the headlight flasher when they will not create glare for other drivers.
Tips
Adhere to any local applicable regulations when using the lighting equipment, for example in regard to reducing glare for other drivers.
The driver is always responsible for adhering to the regulations applicable in the country where the vehicle is being operated.