Audi Q3: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics (PAX), Repairing

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 by trained professionals. Assembly work and damage diagnosis on the affected tire should only be performed by trained personnel.

Proceed as follows to examine a tire with emergency running characteristics (PAX) after going flat:

- First, the remaining gel must be removed from the tire. The flat side of the spatula is suitable for this

- Then clean the tire and supporting ring with water and a cloth to remove the remaining gel residue

- After separating tire and supporting ring, evaluate both of these components (PAX) according to the criteria described in the following section

Additional information:

- When remounting, ensure the used supporting ring fits the tire and rim dimensions

- The rim must be inspected before mounting, as with conventional wheel/tire systems

- A damaged rim should be replaced

PAX Tires, Examining

Pay special attention to the following criteria when examining the tire:

• Surface erosion or marbling on the inner side (pressure was too low or insufficient for the load)
• Detached rubber or loose cords

• Exposed or deformed bead bundle

• Damage to tire bead with visible cords

Supporting Ring, Examining

As with the tire, the supporting ring is generally not replaced after driving with flat tire.

Replace the support ring if the following damages have occurred:

• Blowouts or missing parts

• Cracks in partitions

• Stitch damage and holes

• Bubbles and discoloration due to overheating

Repairs on Tires

  Note

• Repairs on tires with emergency running characteristics (PAX) must not be performed with adhesive tape.
• Tire repair sprays must not be used on tires with emergency running characteristics (PAX) because these products are not compatible with the gel in the tires.

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