Not a big deal but whenever I put the key in to check oil level (MMI) or move wipers to the Maintenance position, the audio (radio, sat, or whatever was on last) comes on. I then have to mute it (touch on/off **** w/out holding it) or go ahead and listen to whatever is on. Is there a way to keep the audio off (I always turn everything off when I shut the car down) and still check the MMI?

This happens either while starting the car or just in the auxiliary position (car on but engine not started).

 

hi
you have to check your engine of car.

 

Not sure I understand what you are telling me to check.

 

To answer your question: NO

Unless you can reprogram the MMI it will come on as a 'convenience' to you, whether the key is in w/ alternator mode on with engine on it will always resume where you left it. You can even turn it on without the key( a retrospective look to the old AUDIS and German cars), but at least it will shut off on a timer or you can put the key in an remove it to shut off the radio. Not like my old A8, where if you turn the radio on w/o the key in ignition, it will stay on. And ruin your battery too.

Its not that convenient, but it does save your battery. They should install an on/off switch.