A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) (2011)
Alignment: Specifications
Front Axle Specifications
Rear Axle Specifications
NOTE:
Always measure wheel alignment using VW/Audi approved wheel alignment equipment.
Wheel alignment checks must always include both front and rear axles.
Otherwise, proper vehicle driveability cannot be ensured.
NOTE:
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Wheels should not be aligned until the vehicle has been driven 1,000 - 2,000 km, since it takes this long for the suspension to settle.
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When making adjustments the relevent specifications must be adhered to as closely as possible.
Test Requirements:
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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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Be sure that the sliding plates and turn tables are not touching the end stop when checking wheel alignment.
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Curb weight position of vehicle "Curb weight is defined as follows: Weight of vehicle ready for road operation (gas tank and washer fluid tank for
windshield and headlamp washing system filled completely, spare wheel, vehicle tool kit, vehicle jack) and no persons in vehicle."
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Spare wheel, vehicle tool kit and vehicle jack must be located in the locations designated by the vehicle manufacturer.
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Vehicle accurately aligned, suspension bounced and rocked several times.
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Check wheel suspensions, steering and steering linkage for excessive play and damage, service if necessary.
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Performing wheel run-out compensation: Permissible axial runout of the wheel rims can exceed the specified toe setting tolerance. If compensation
for wheel run-out is not performed, it will not be possible to obtain a correct toe-in adjustment.