Audi A6 Typ 4G: Tires with unidirectional tread design

Tires with unidirectional tread design must be mounted with their tread pattern pointed in the right direction.

Using a spare tire with a tread pattern intended for use in a specific direction

When using a spare tire with a tread pattern intended for use in a specific direction, please note the following:

• The direction of rotation is marked by an arrow on the side of the tire.
• If the spare tire has to be installed in the incorrect direction, use the spare tire only temporarily since the tire will not be able to achieve its optimum performance characteristics with regard to aquaplaning, noise and wear.
• We recommend that you pay particular attention to this fact during wet weather and that you adjust your speed to match road conditions.
• Replace the flat tire with a new one and have it installed on your vehicle as soon as possible to restore the handling advantages of a unidirectional tire.

Notes on wheel changing

Please read the information New tires or wheels if you are going to use a spare tire which is different from the tires on your vehicle.

After you change a tire:

• Check the tire pressure on the spare tire immediately after installation.
• Have the wheel bolt tightening torque checked with a torque wrench as soon as possible by your authorized Audi dealer or a qualified service station.
• With steel and alloy wheel rims, the wheel bolts are correctly tightened at a torque of 90 ft lb (120 Nm).
• If you notice that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn while changing a tire, they should be replaced before you check the tightening torque.
• Replace the flat tire with a new one and have it installed on your vehicle as soon as possible.

  Remount the wheel cover.

Until then, drive with extra care and at reduced speeds.

WARNING

• If you are going to equip your vehicle with tires or rims which differ from those which were factory installed, then be sure to read the information New tires or wheels.
• Always make sure the damaged wheel or even a flat tire and the jack and tool kit are properly secured in the luggage compartment and are not loose in the passenger compartment.
• In an accident or sudden maneuver they could fly forward, injuring anyone in the vehicle.
• Always store damaged wheel, jack and tools securely in the luggage compartment. Otherwise, in an accident or sudden maneuver they could fly forward, causing injury to passengers in the vehicle.

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