Audi Q5: Tire wear/damage
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Fig. 205 Tire profile: Treadwear indicator
Tire wear
Check the tires regularly for wear.
- Inflation pressure that is too low
or high can increase tire wear
considerably.
- Driving quickly through curves,
rapid acceleration and heavy
braking increase tire wear.
- Have an authorized Audi dealer
or authorized repair facility check the wheel alignment if there is unusual
wear.
- Have the wheels rebalanced if an imbalance is causing noticeable
vibration in the steering wheel. If you do not, the tires and other vehicle
components could wear more quickly.
Treadwear indicator
Original equipment tires contain treadwear indicators in the tread pattern,
which are bars that are 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) high and are spaced evenly around the
tire perpendicular to the running direction > fig. 205. The letters "TWI" or
triangles on the tire sidewall indicate the location of the treadwear
indicators.
The tires have reached the minimum tread depth when they have worn down to the
treadwear indicators. Replace the tires with new ones.
Wheel rotation
Rotating the wheels regularly is recommended to ensure the tires wear evenly.
To rotate wheels, install the wheels from the rear axle on the front axle and
vice versa. This will allow the tires to have approximately the same length of
service life.
For unidirectional tires, make sure the tires are installed according to the
running direction indicated on the tire sidewall.
Hidden damage
Damage to tires and rims can often occur in locations that are hidden.
Unusual vibrations in the vehicle or pulling to one side may indicate that there
is tire damage. Reduce your speed immediately. Check the tires for damage. If no
damage is visible from the outside, drive slowly and carefully to the nearest
authorized Audi dealer or authorized repair facility to have the vehicle
inspected.
WARNING
Tread that has worn too low or different tread depths on the tires can
reduce driving safety. This can especially have a negative effect on handling,
on the risk aquaplaning when driving through water, when driving through curves
and when braking,
which increases the risk of
an accident.
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Fig. 206 Driver's side B-pillar: tire pressure
label
Fig. 207 Tire pressure label
The correct tire pressure for tires
mounted in the factory and for
the collapsible spare tire is indicated
on a labe
There are limits to the amount of load or weight that any vehicle and any
tire can carry. A vehicle that is overloaded will not handle well and is more
difficult to stop. Overloading can not only le
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts must be clean and loosen/tighten easily.
Rims
Rims with a bolted rim ring or with bolted wheel covers consist of multiple
pieces. These components were bolted together using s
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The engine needs to be run-in during the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km).
For the first 600 miles (1,000 kilometers):
Do not use full throttle.
Do not drive at engine speeds that are more than 2/3 of the maximum
permitted RPM.
From 600 to 1,000 miles (1,000 to 1,500 kilometers):
Spee
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Torque Wrench 1332 Insert - Reversible Ratchet -VAG1332/1-
Caution
Danger of contamination and paint damage from
escaping brake fluid.
If the brake pads are worn out and brake fluid is
filled, the b