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Checking tyre condition Audi A3 2003 - 2008 | Haynes Manuals

Checking tyre condition Audi A3 2003 - 2008 | Haynes Manuals

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Audi A3

Audi A3

2003 - 2008
Checking tyre condition
Time
10 minutes
Difficulty
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- step 1
The original tyres have tread wear safety bands (B), which will appear when the tread depth reaches approximately 1.6 mm. The band positions are indicated by a triangular mark on the tyre sidewall (A)
- step 2
Alternatively, tread wear can be monitored with an inexpensive device known as a tread depth indicator gauge
- step 3
Tyre shoulder wear is caused by underinflation, incorrect wheel camber (worn suspension parts), or hard cornering
- step 4
Tyre centre wear is caused by overinflation
- step 5
Uneven tyre wear is caused by unbalanced wheels, worn/broken suspension parts, or incorrect wheel alignment

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