A3 L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2006)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Test Requirements
Test requirements:
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Check suspension, steering and steering linkage for excessive play and damage.
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Tread depth difference of no more than 2 mm on an axle
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Tires inflated to prescribed pressure.
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Pick-up must be properly attached and adjusted to vehicle (see equipment manufacturers instructions)!
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Vehicle at correct curb weight.
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Curb weight is defined as follows: Weight of the vehicle ready for the road (fuel tank completely filled, spare wheel, vehicle tools and vehicle
jack).
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After a certain period, wheel alignment platforms and computer equipment can lose their original leveling setting and adjustments.
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Wheel alignment platforms and computer equipment should be serviced and calibrated at least once a year.
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Precision equipment of this type should be treated with care.
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If necessary, contact manufacturer for familiarization with proper use of wheel alignment computer.
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Vehicle accurately aligned, suspension bounced and rocked several times.
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Be sure that sliding plates and turn tables are not touching end stop when checking wheel alignment.
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Performing wheel run-out compensation: Permissible lateral run-out of wheel rims can already exceed specified toe-in setting tolerance. If
compensation for wheel run-out is not performed, it will not be possible to obtain a correct toe-in adjustment.