- Fig. 1 Rear of vehicle: Location of the sensors
Applies to vehicles: with Audi side assist
Should the side assist be deactivated automatically, the LED in the button will go out and a driver message will appear in the instrument cluster display:
Audi side assist: currently unavailable. Sensor view
The radar sensors are blocked. The area in front of the sensors must not be obstructed by bicycle racks, stickers, deposits or any other substances. If necessary, clean the area in front of the sensors Fig. 1.
Audi side assist: currently unavailable.
The side assist is temporarily inoperative and cannot be switched on (for instance if the battery is not sufficiently charged).
Audi side assist: system fault!
The system cannot detect vehicles reliably and will be deactivated. The sensors are out of alignment or defective. Have the system checked by a qualified workshop soon.
Audi side assist: not available when towing.
The side assist function will be switched off automatically when the electrical connector for the trailer socket is plugged in on vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket. If the towing bracket is not factory-fitted the side assist function may not be switched off automatically. The side assist must not be used when towing a trailer.