A3 L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA) (2008)
Tires: Service and Repair
Changing Tires
Changing Tires
Nickel-plated valve insert must be replaced with every tire change.
Metal valve and wheel electronics can be reused
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Let air out of tire by removing nickel-plated valve insert.
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Tires, dismounting.
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Perform a visual inspection for loose or damaged parts. If there are loose threaded connections, replace entire valve unit.
NOTE: Damaged wheel electronics must be replaced.
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Tires, mounting.
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Install new nickel-plated valve insert.
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Fill tires, reinstall plastic cap.
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Balance tires.
Dismounting Tire
Roll or press tires off.
When using pressure paddles, first separate tires from side opposite of valve.
Do not use pressure paddles in hatched area - a -.
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Position mounting head near valve so that tire iron can be put on approx. 30 degree - b - next to tire valve.
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Then remove tire in valve area first.
Mounting Tire
Do not use pressure paddles in valve area.
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Position wheel electronics approx. 180 degree opposite of mounting head.
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Press tire in bed approx. 90 degree in front of mounting head - arrow -.
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Mount tire.