How to turn off the headlights of Audi Q5 without turning off the engine?

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Perry
07/24/25 1:37am
Audi Q5 can turn off the headlights by turning off the power without turning off the engine. Here is a detailed introduction about the lights of Audi Q5: 1. Headlight position: The headlight switch is located on the control lever under the steering wheel, usually on the left side. Lifting or pressing the lever changes the light. The hazard lights are on the dashboard, below the steering wheel. 2. Turn signals and parking lights: As long as the ignition switch is on, rotate the control lever to the corresponding turn signal or parking light position to flash the corresponding lights. Gently push the turn signal switch to make the corresponding turn signal flash three times. 3. High beam and high beam instant-on function: Move the control lever to the corresponding position, and the high beam symbol light will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
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DelJuniper
08/10/25 9:18pm
I've been driving an Audi Q5 for several years, and turning off the headlights without shutting off the engine is actually super easy. First, turn the key to the 'on' position—the car is already running, but don’t turn it off. Then, locate the light control stalk on the left side of the steering wheel; it might be a knob or a button. Gently turn or press it to switch to 'off' mode, and the headlights will turn off immediately. The Audi Q5's lighting system is quite smart—sometimes it has automatic headlight functionality. If they’re on automatically, you can manually switch to 'off' to force them to turn off. This trick is especially useful when parked and waiting or during the day when headlights aren’t necessary, saving power and protecting the battery. Remember to occasionally check the dashboard to ensure the light status is displayed correctly, so the battery doesn’t drain too quickly and affect the next startup. Safety first—don’t get distracted while operating.
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