The gauge only works when the ignition is switched on.
When the needle reaches the reserve zone, the indicator lamp Link lights up in the instrument cluster display.
The tank capacity of your Audi A5 is given in the Technical data section Link.
Caution!
Never run the tank completely dry. The irregular supply of fuel can cause misfiring, which would allow unburnt fuel to enter the exhaust system. This can lead to overheating and damage to the catalytic converter.