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Rear cross traffic alert (amber)

Amber top view of a car with an arrow pointing down behind it and sensor waves at both rear corners. · also called “cross traffic alert”, “rear cross traffic”, “reverse traffic warning”

What it means on audi

Rear cross traffic alert

When the car is in reverse, this system warns of vehicles coming from either side behind it. The symbol is amber and, on some cars, turns red once a vehicle is detected.

Source · Independent reference Audi dashboard symbols and warning lights list (independent symbol reference website) · checked

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Questions about the Rear cross traffic alert (amber) symbol

What does the Rear cross traffic alert (amber) symbol mean on Audi cars?
When the car is in reverse, this system warns of vehicles coming from either side behind it. The symbol is amber and, on some cars, turns red once a vehicle is detected.
What does the Rear cross traffic alert (amber) symbol look like?
Amber top view of a car with an arrow pointing down behind it and sensor waves at both rear corners. It is also called “cross traffic alert”, “rear cross traffic” and “reverse traffic warning”.

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