Wheels
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 accord ing to the running direction indi
cated on the tire sidewall
¢ page 196.
Hidden damage
Damage to tires and rims can of
ten 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 out
s ide, drive slowly and carefully to
the nearest authorized Aud i deal
er or authorized Audi Service Fa
cility to have the vehicle inspect
ed.
A WARNING
Tread that has worn too low or
different tread depths on the
t ires can reduce driving safety.
This can increase the risk of an
accident because it has a nega
t ive effect on handling, driving
through curves, and braking, and because it increases the
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risk of hydroplaning when driv
ing through deep puddles.
Tire pressure
Fig. 146 Driver's side 8-pillar : tire pres
sure label
"'" '" AVANT
---
- KPA. a PSI
- KPA.
a PSI
- KPA.
a PSI
Fig. 147 Tire pressure label
The correct tire pressure for tires
mounted in the factory and for
the spare tire* is indicated on a la
bel. The label is located on the B
pillar ¢
fig. 146, ¢ fig. 147.
Use the tire pressure specified for
a normal vehicle load when the
vehicle is partially loaded¢
table
on page 178 .
If driving the vehi-
cle when fully loaded, you must
increase the tire pressure to the
maximum specified pressure¢.&. . .,.
