Audi Q3: Snow chains
Snow chains improve both driving and braking in winter road conditions.
- Only install snow chains on the front wheels.
- Check and correct the seating of the snow chains after driving a few feet, if necessary. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer.
- Note the maximum speed of 30 mph (50 km/h). Observe the local regulations.
Use of snow chains is only permitted with certain rim/tire combinations due to technical reasons.
Check with an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility to see if you may use snow chains.
Use fine-mesh snow chains. They must not add more than 0.40 inch (10.5 mm) in height, including the chain lock.
You must remove the snow chains on roads without snow. Otherwise, you could impair driving ability and damage the tires.
WARNING
Using incorrect snow chains or installing snow chains incorrectly can result in loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of an accident.
Note
Snow chains can damage the rims and wheel covers if the chains come into direct contact with them. Remove the wheel covers first.
Use coated snow chains.
Tips
When using snow chains, it may be advisable to limit the ESC.
Low-profile tires
Applies to: vehicles with low-profile tires
Compared to other tire/rim combinations, low-profile tires offer a wider tread surface and a larger rim diameter with shorter tire sidewalls.
This results in an agile driving style. However, it may reduce the level of comfort and increase road noise when driving on roads in poor condition.
Low-profile tires can become damaged more quickly than standard tires when driving over large bumps, potholes, manhole covers, and curbs. Therefore, it is particularly important to maintain the correct tire pressure.
To reduce the risk of damage to the tires and rims, drive very carefully on poor roads.
Check your wheels regularly every 2,000 mi (3,000 km) for damage. For example, check for bulges/cracks on the tires or deformations/ cracks on the rims.
After a heavy impact or damage, have the tires and rims inspected or replaced immediately by an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
Low-profile tires can wear out faster than standard tires.
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Uniform tire quality grading
Tread wear
Traction AAA BC
Temperature ABC
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire side wall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width fig. 154.
For example: Tread wear
Tire pressure monitoring system
General notes
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and inflated
to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard o
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Electronic Stabilization Control
Description
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) supports
driver safety. It reduces the risk of slipping and
improves driving stability. ESC detects critical situations,
such as if the vehicle is over steering or
under steering, or if the wheels are spinning. The
brakes are applied or the motor to
Component Overview - Run-Flat Tire (PAX)
Caution
It is mandatory for run-flat tires to have a tire
pressure monitoring system in the vehicle.
Note
Be careful not to scratch off the glued- on wheel trim on
these rims.
The surface of the wheel trim is very sensitive.
The rim will have be replaced if the wheel
