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What should I be aware of when
changing a tire?
Tires with unidirectional tread design
Tires with unidirectional tread design must be mounted
with their tread pattern pointed the right direction.
A unidirectional ti re can be ident ifi ed by arrows on the sidewall ,
which point in the direction of the rotation. You must follow the
specified direct ion of rotation . This is necessary in order f or th ese
tires to develop their optimum characteristics regarding grip , road
noise , wear, and hydroplaning . •
Applies to vehi cles: w ith ant i-theft w heel bol ts
Anti -theft wheel bolts
A special adapter is needed to turn the anti-theft wheel
bolts.
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Fig. 132 Anti-theft
wheel bolts with
adapter
- Install the adapter @ as far as it w ill go onto the ant i-
theft wheel bolt
G).
- Push the wheel wrench over the adapter @ as far as it
will go.
- Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt =:,
page 243.
We recommend always keeping the wheel bolt adapter with you in
the vehicle. It should be stored in the vehicl e tool kit .
There is a
code number for the wheel bolt locking device , stamped
on the face of the adapter. You can use this number to obtain a
replacement adapter at an authorized Audi dealership, if necessary.
[ i] Tips
Write down the wheel bolt locking device code number and store it
in a safe place, away from the vehicle . •
Applies to vehi cles: wit h jack
Raising the vehicle
The vehicle must be lifted with the jack first before the
wheel can be removed.
Vehicle care
Fig. 133 Wheel
change: mounting
points
for the lifting
jack ..
Do-it-yourself service irechnical data
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