Audi Q3: Run-Flat Tires
Caution
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire
pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
Installing/Conditions for Using Run-Flat Tires
Caution
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire
pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
Because pressure loss in a run-flat tire is not always
visible, these tires should only be used on vehicles equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system. This system warns the
driver when the tire pressure falls below a certain value.
The following are permitted:
- Direct measuring systems
- Indirect measuring systems
Only mount run-flat tires on disc wheels with an extended
double hump (extended hump - EH2).
Pay close attention to the installation instructions.
Do not install both run-flat tires and standard tires, even
if the two tires on each axle will be the same.
A standard tire can only be installed in exception cases for
a short time or a limited driving distance. The specific
characteristics designed for driving with a flat tire will not
be available. The driver must be informed of this.
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Caution
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire
pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
Work on tires with emergency running characteristics (PAX)
must only be performed a
General Information
It is generally not necessary to replace a tire after going
flat and after driving on a flat tire.
Note
The affected tire should be removed and checked for damaged
Caution
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire
pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
Note
Only vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system are
equipped
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Bumper Cover Side Mount, Removing and Installing
Removing
- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to
→ Chapter "Bumper Cover, Removing and Installing".
- Remove the bolts -arrows-.
- Remove the bumper cover mount -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note t
Physical Principles
The four known states of water also apply to air
conditioning system refrigerants.
1 - Gaseous (invisible)
2 - Vapor
3 - Liquid
4 - Solid
When water is heated in a container (heat absorption), water
vapor can be seen to rise. If