Audi Q3: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, Repairing
General Information
Caution
Examining damaged tires should only be performed by
trained personnel.
WARNING
- Run-flat tires must be replaced after they have gone
flat.
- Pay close attention to the installation
instructions.
- The wheel must be inspected before mounting, as with
conventional wheel/tire systems.
- The wheels should be checked for damage after a flat tire
(true running, axial run-out, other damage) because the wheel
could be damaged in an emergency by driving through a pothole.
- A damaged wheel should be replaced.
Note
- Flat tire sprays may be used on tires with emergency running
characteristics (SST).
- Tires must be replaced after running flat.
- Observe the manufacturer mounting instructions.
Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
- Trim Removal Wedge -3409-
- Wheel Lock Set -T10101-
- Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
- Torque Wrench 1410 -VAG1410-
- Cartridge Gun -VAG1628-
- Wheel Centering System Adapter -VAS5271-
- Hunter RFT33VAG Road Force Touch Wheel Balancer -VAS6230B4-
- Wheel Balancer Clamping Adapter - 5 Lug -VAS6243-
- Tension Plate -VAS6652-
- Pressure Bolt -VAS6652/1-
Revision History
DRUCK NUMBER: A00ARRA0021
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Safety Precautions
Start/Stop System Safety Precautions
When Working on Vehicles with the Start/Stop System, Observe
the Following:
WARNING
Danger of personal injury because the engine
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Hose Clamps - Up To 25mm -3094-
Engine Bung Set -VAS6122-
Compressed air gun, commercially available
Removing
WARNING
There is a risk of scalding from hot steam and
coolant.
The coolant system is under pressure when the eng
Only install tires with the same manufacturer, construction
type and tread on all wheels.
Always replace rubber valve when replacing steel wheel or
rim.
Install tires with DOT identification facing toward outside
of wheel. Only applies to left side of vehicle with directional
tires.
With