Adaptive Headlights / AFS...

[vtheman]

thanks, i have 2011 prestige w/ s-line. havent had a moment to play with the car yet but wanted to make sure i ordered the correct e-codes.



i dont have that option code on my list, guessing it isnt available.

It's easy to check. Put your lights on "auto" turn the wheel, if the lights follow you have AFS. I personally do not believe that AFS was available on any of the US pre-face lifted A4's. I just had a loaner 2012 Prestige avant and it didn't have AFS. My 2012 Tiguan has AFS and it does similar to what scottyuk just described. You can also take your headlight out (5min) and you should have a third module at the very bottom.

[typer100]

My '07 Passat 3.6 4Motion had AFS. They were doing up, down,left and right at startup.

[NPuter]

It's easy to check. Put your lights on "auto" turn the wheel, if the lights follow you have AFS. I personally do not believe that AFS was available on any of the US pre-face lifted A4's. I just had a loaner 2012 Prestige avant and it didn't have AFS. My 2012 Tiguan has AFS and it does similar to what scottyuk just described. You can also take your headlight out (5min) and you should have a third module at the very bottom.

Just checked the 2012 Audi USA order guide. "Audi Adaptive Light" is listed under standard features for 2012 Prestige A4 Sedans and Avants...

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j...JT1hOtsXVI09vw

[iconoclast]

2010 Canada Order guide:

Option Code PTC
Technology Package $2,200
- Audi Side Assist
- Advanced Key with Start Button
- Adaptive Headlights
- Homelink

No standalone option code for this in the guide.


US order guide for 2010:
(8Q5) Audi adaptive headlight (Prestige)

I finally got a clear answer... if your build sheet states 8Q3 they are not Adaptive/AFS headlights. You need an 8Q5 stamp and that would mean you have the real deal.

It's easy to check. Put your lights on "auto" turn the wheel, if the lights follow you have AFS. I personally do not believe that AFS was available on any of the US pre-face lifted A4's. I just had a loaner 2012 Prestige avant and it didn't have AFS. My 2012 Tiguan has AFS and it does similar to what scottyuk just described. You can also take your headlight out (5min) and you should have a third module at the very bottom.

unfortunately this is not possible unless you are driving 10mph+ or you have showroom effect enabled. if you do then it will allow you to move the wheel and lights together when standing still.

[scottyuk]

I have Adaptive but have never managed to get the showroom effect working!

[iconoclast]

I have Adaptive but have never managed to get the showroom effect working!

it really is a pointless feature unless it is a demo vehicle... i rarely ever sit in my car with the engine off and the lights on turning the steering wheel.

[belzebutt]

it really is a pointless feature unless it is a demo vehicle... i rarely ever sit in my car with the engine off and the lights on turning the steering wheel.

It might help when pulling out of your driveway, if you don't build up enough speed to trigger it. It's not a feature you'll find useful on North American roads, unless you live in the mountains. I hardly ever notice it working.

[iconoclast]

i notice it since i have had it on almost every car i have owned in the past few years but it does help when we go into the country... incredible difference between the two.

[vtheman]

Just checked the 2012 Audi USA order guide. "Audi Adaptive Light" is listed under standard features for 2012 Prestige A4 Sedans and Avants...

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j...JT1hOtsXVI09vw

I stand corrected. I guess my loaner wasn't Prestige after all. Darn thing was loaded with everything but B&O.