2023 Audi Q5 Owners Manual

The 2023 Audi Q5 is a midsize luxury SUV that combines speed, luxury, and versatility in a way that works well. Building on the success of its predecessors, the Q5 shows that Audi is committed to giving drivers a premium experience. The 2023 Q5 is a good mix of style, comfort, and capability thanks to its sleek design, high-tech features, and variety of engine choices. The Q5 is a midsize SUV that aims to be a sophisticated and dynamic driving partner, whether you’re driving through the city or going on an exciting trip.

2023 Audi Q5 Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)

 

Mechanically unlocking and locking the doors

All doors must be unlocked or locked separately if the central locking system fails.

Applies to: vehicles with anti-theft alarm systems:
After unlocking using the lock cylinder opening the driver’s door, you must press the @ button on the vehicle key or switch the ignition on. Otherwise, the alarm will sound.

Unlocking or locking the driver’s door with the mechanical key

• Remove the mechanical key ® page 37.
• To unlock the driver’s door, turn the mechanical key to the unlock position in the direction of arrow @) > fig. 24.
• Pull the door handle to open the driver’s door.
• To lock the driver’s door, select the “P” selector lever position, close the door, and turn the mechanical key once to the lock position @) > /\.

Locking the front passenger’s door and rear doors using the mechanical key
The mechanical lock is located on the edge of the doors (@ or in the latch opening @) > fig. 25. It is only visible when the door is open.

• Remove the mechanical key
• If necessary, remove the cap from the opening © fig. 25.
• Insert the mechanical key into the slot on the inside and turn it all the way to the right (right door) or left (left door).
• If necessary, install the cap in the opening and close the door.

Once the front passenger’s door or rear doors close, it will no longer be possible to open them from the outside. The front doors can be opened from the inside by pulling the door handle one time. The rear doors can be unlocked from the inside by pulling the door handle one time and then opened by pulling the door handle again. If the child safety lock in one of the rear doors is activated, you must first pull the door handle from the inside. Then you can open the door from the outside.

Anti-theft alarm system
Apptlo: vehicles with anti-theft alarm system. If the anti-theft alarm system detects a vehicle break-in, audio and visual warning signals are triggered. The anti-theft alarm system is switchedon or off when locking or unlocking your vehicle. If the alarm is triggered, it will shut off automatically after a certain amount of time. Switching the alarm off manually

• To switch the alarm off, press the @ button on the vehicle key or switch the ignition on.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the antitheft alarm system may have the following features:

Break-in security feature
The alarm will be triggered if the doors, the
hood, or the luggage compartment lid are broken
into, or if a door that was previous unlocked using
the lock cylinder is opened.

Interior/towing protection monitor
The alarm will be triggered if there are movements detected in the vehicle interior (for example, by animals) or if there is a change in the vehicle angle (for example, when the vehicle is being towed). You can prevent the alarm from being triggered by deactivating the interior/towing protection monitor.

Deactivating the interior/towing protection monitor
There are the following options for deactivating the interior/towing protection monitor:

• Press the & button on the vehicle key a second time within two seconds. Or
• Applies to: vehicles with convenience key:
  • Touch the sensor on the door handle a second time within two seconds. Or
• Turn the mechanical key in the door lock to the close position a second time within two seconds.
  Or
• Applies to: vehicles with MMI: Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Settings & Service >

Interior monitoring.
Ifyou lock the vehicle, then the interior/towing protection monitor will stay off until the next time the vehicle is unlocked.

Keys

Keys Set

The key set includes two vehicle keys when delivered from the factory.

1. Vehicle key
   You can unlock and lock your vehicle with the vehicle key.
2. Mechanical key and release buttons for the mechanical key
   A mechanical key is integrated in the vehicle key. To remove it, press the release button and remove the mechanical key.
   Using the mechanical key, you can:
   1. Applies to: vehicles with lockable glove compartments: locking/unlocking the glove compartment. Manually unlock and lock the doors.
   2. Applies to: sedan with locking backrests: Locking and unlocking the backrest.
   3. Unlock the luggage compartment lid using the emergency release.
3. PANIC button
   In an emergency, you can press the PANIC button to trigger a visible and audible vehicle alarm. You can do this ass long as you are near your vehicle (within the range for the remote control key).
   1. To trigger the alarm, press the button @ © fig. 26.
   2. To turn the alarm off, press the button again.

Lost key/replacing a key
If a vehicle key is lost, contact an authorized Audi deaor authorised d Audi Service Facility. Have this vehicle key deactivated. It is important to bring all keys with you. If a key is lost, you should report it to your insurance company.

Electronic immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents unauthorized use of the vehicle. In some cases, it may not be possible to establish vehicle drive ready mode if there is also a vehicle key from a different vehicle manufacturer on the key chain.

Data in the vehicle key
When driving, service and maintenance-relevant data is continuously stored in your vehicle key. An authorized Audi deaor lauethorrize d Audi Service Facility can read out this data and tell you about the work your vehicle needs.

Unlocking and locking the vehicle
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you may have various options for unlocking and locking your vehicle. The settings in the MMI specify which doors will unlock. Unlocking or locking using the vehicle key buttons

• To unlock the vehicle, press the @ button.
• To lock the vehicle, press the & button once.

Unlocking or locking using the sensors
‘Applies to: vehicles with convenience key

• To unlock a door or the luggage compartment lid, grasp the door handle or luggage compartment lid handle.
• To lock the vehicle, close the door and touch the sensor on the door handle once ©f ig. 27. Do not grasp the door handle while locking the vehicle, or else the vehicle will not lock. The door cannot be opened for a brief period directly after locking it. This way you have the opportunity to check if the doors locked correctly.

Unlocking and locking with the Audi connect vehicle control service”

Applies to : vehiwithc Auldi connect t vehicle control
Requirement: Audi connect vehicle control services must be set up page 180. The vehicle must be parking and the ignition must be switched off.

Examples of incorrect seating positions
Safety belts can only provide its optimal protection when they are routed correctly. Incorrect seating positions significantly reduce the protective functions of the safety belts and increase the risk of injury due to incorrect belt routing. The following list includes examples of seating positions that could be dangerous for all vehicle occupants. This is not a complete list. Audi would simply like to increase your awareness of the topic.

The following points apply when the vehicle is in motion:

• Never stand inside the vehicle.
  Never stand on the seats.
• Never kneelon the seats.
• Never tilt your backrest too far back.
• Never lean against the instrument panel.
• Never lie down on the rear bench seat.
• Never sit only on the front section of the seat.
• Never sit sideways on the seat.
• Never lean against the window.
• Never place your feet out of the window.
• Never place your feet on the instrument panel.
• Never place your feet on the seat cushion.
• Never ride in the footwell.
• Never sit on the armrests.
• Never drive or ride in a seat without fastening your safety belt.
• Never ride in the luggage compartment.

Front seats

General information
Make sure that:

• You can press the pedals down completely while your legs are slightly bent.
• The distance between your upper body and the steering wheel or instrument panel is at least 10 inches (25 cm).
• The distance between your knees and the instrument panelis at least 4 inches (10 cm).
• Your thighs are lightly supported by the front surface of the seat.
• The backrest is in an upright position and your back is resting against it.
• You have a sufficient view of the area around the vehicle.
• You have a clear view of the instrument cluster, indicator lights, and the head-up display*.

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of an accident, only adjust the driver’s seat when the vehicle is stationary.
• The power front seats can also be adjusted when the ignition is switched off. To reduce the risk of injury, children should never be left unattended in the vehicle for this reason.
• Exercise caution when adjusting the seat height. Unsupervised or careless seat adjustment could cause parts of the body to get pinched, which increases the risk of injury.
• The front seat backrests must not be reclined too far back when driving, because this impairs the effectiveness of the safety belts and airbag system, which increases the risk of injury.

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