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fill up at busy gas st ations where the season al
adjustm ent is mor e likely to be made in time .
(D Note
-Me thanol f uels which do not mee t these re­
quirements may ca use corros ion and dam­
age to plastic and rubber components in the
fuel system .
- Do not use fuels that fai l to meet the speci­
fied criter ia in this chapter.
- If you are unable to determine whether or not a particular fuel blend meets the speci­
ficat ions, ask your service station or its fuel
supplier.
- Do not use fuel for which the contents can­
not be identif ied.
- Fuel system damage and performance prob­
lems resulting from the use of fue ls differ­
ent from those specified are not the respon­
s ibility of Audi and are not covered under
the New Veh icle or the Emiss ion Control
System Wa rrant ies.
- If you experience a loss of fue l economy or
driveability and performance prob lems due
to the use of one of these fuel b lends , we
recommend that you switch to unblended
fuel.
Gasoline additives
A ma jo r concern among many au to manufactur ­
e rs is carbon deposit build-up caused by the type
of gasoline you use.
A lthough gasoline gr ades d iffer from one manu ­
facturer to ano ther, they have cer tain things in
common . All gasoline grades contain substances
that can cause deposits to coll ect on v ita l eng ine
parts, such as f uel injectors and intake valves. Al­
though most gasoline brands include additives to
keep engine and fuel systems clean, they are not
equally effective.
Aud i recommends using TOP TIER Detergent Gas­
oline. For more informat ion on TOP TIER Deter -
,... gent Gasoline, please go to the official website
N
t3 (www .toptiergas .com) .
'SI: .... N Fuel and R efueling
After an extended period o f using inadeq uate
fuels, carbon deposit bui ld-ups can rob your en­
gine o f peak performance.
(D Note
Damage or ma lf u nction due to poor fuel qual ­
ity is not covered by the A udi New Vehicle
Limited Warranty .
Refueling
Fuel filler neck
The fue l filler neck is located on the rig ht rea r
s ide panel behind the fuel filler flap .
If the power lock ing system shou ld fai l, yo u can
still open the flap manually -fo r detailed inst ruc­
t io ns see c:>
page 201.
You can find the fuel tank capacity of your vehicle
i n c:>
page 260 .
The label on the inside of the fuel f iller flap tells
you the correct fuel for your vehicle. For more in­
format ion about fuel spec ificat ions, see
c=> page 198 .
Your vehicle fuel tank has an on board refuelling
vapor recovery system. T his feature helps to pre­
vent fuel vapors from escaping from the tank and polluting the environme nt wh ile you refuel your
vehicle . In o rder to fill the tank p roper ly w hile
pro tect ing t he e nvir onment, p lease follow th is
ref ue ling pro cedure ca re fully.
A WARNING
Under normal opera ting cond itions, neve r ca r­
ry additional f uel containers in your car . Gas
canisters and other containers used to trans­
port fue l can be dange rous. Such containe rs,
full or empty, may leak and could cause a fire
i n a co llision. If you must transport fuel to
use for your lawn mower, snow blower, etc .,
be ve ry ca reful and always observe local and
state laws rega rding the use, transportation
a nd stor age of su ch f uel con tainers. Make cer ­
t ai n t he cont ainer meets industry stand ards
(A NSI/AS TM F852 -86).
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Fuel and Refueling
(D Note
Never drive your vehicle until the fuel tank is
completely empty. The irregular supply of
fuel can cause misfiring. Gasoline could enter
the exhaust system and damage the catalytic
converter .
Refuelling
Fig. 177 Right rear vehicle side: Opening the fuel filler flap
Fig. 178 Fuel filler flap w ith attached fuel cap
When activating the central locking, the fuel fill­
er flap is automatically unlocked or locked. Re­
fuel the vehicle with the ignition switched
off.
Taking the fuel cap off
.. Press the left side of the fuel filler flap to open
it
9 fig. 177-arrow- .
.. Unscrew fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and
hang it on the fuel filler flap¢
fig. 178.
Refuelling procedure
.. Insert the fuel nozzle from the gasoline pump
into the fuel filler neck as far as it will go.
.. Select a medium refuelling rate so that the
nozzle switches off automatically when the
tank is full.
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Putting the fuel cap back on
.. After filling your tank, twist the fuel filler cap
clockwise as far as it will go.
.. Close the fuel filler flap.
To avoid fuel spilling or evaporating from the fuel
tank always close fuel filler cap properly and
completely. An improperly closed fuel filler cap
may also cause the MIL lamp ¢
page 28 to come
on.
A WARNING
Improper refueling or handling of fuel can
cause fire, explosion and severe burns. -
- Fuel is highly flammable and can cause se­
vere burns and other injuries .
- Failure to shut the engine off while refuel­
ing and/or to insert the pump nozzle fully
into the fuel filler neck could cause fuel to
spray out of filler neck or to overflow. Fuel
spray and overflowing fuel can cause a fire.
- Never use a cellular telephone while refuel­
ing. The electromagnetic radiation can
cause sparks that can ignite fuel vapors and
cause a fire.
- Never get back into your vehicle while refu­
eling.
If in exceptional circumstances you
must get back in your vehicle while refuel­
ing, make certain that you close the door
and touch metal to discharge static electric­
ity before touching the filler nozzle again.
Static electricity can cause sparks that can
ignite fuel vapors released during refueling.
- Never smoke or have an open flame any­
where in or near your vehicle when refueling
or filling a portable fuel container .
- For your safety, we strongly recommend
that you do not travel with a portable fuel
container in your vehicle. The container, full
or empty may leak and could cause a fire,
especially in a crash .
- If, under exceptional circumstances, you
must transport a portable fuel container,
please observe the following:
- Never fill a portable fuel container while it
is anywhere in or on the vehicle (for exam­
ple, in the luggage compartment, or on
the trunk). Static electricity can build up
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while filling and can ignite fuel vapors causing a fire.
- Always place a portable fuel conta iner on
the ground before filling.
- Always keep the filler nozz le completely
inside the portab le container before and
during filling.
- If fill ing a portable container made of
metal, the filler nozzle must always be in
contact with the container . This will help
prevent static electricity from discharging
and cause a fire.
- Never spi ll fuel inside the vehicle or lug­
gage compartment. Fuel vapors are h ighly
flammable.
- Always observe local and state/provincia l
laws regarding the use, storage and trans ­
portation of fuel containers.
- Make certa in the fuel conta iner meets in­
dustry standards (ANSI/ ASTM F852-86).
CD Note
If any fuel has spilled onto the car, it should
be removed immediately to prevent damage
to the paint .
@ For the sake of the environment
As soon as the correctly operated nozzle
switches off automatically for the first t ime,
the tank is full. Do not try to add more fuel
because fuel may spill out. In addition, the
expansion space in the fuel tank will be filled -
causing the fuel to overflow when it becomes
warm and pollu te the environment.
@ Tips
- Running your engine while refuelling may
cause vapors to escape or even cause fuel to
spill out of the tank. This would then shut
off the fuel nozzle before the tank is full.
- Do not refuel your vehicle with the ignition
switched on. The fuel ga uge may otherwise
not indicate the correct fue l level after refu­
elling.
- The fuel filler flap of your vehicle is not
l ocked when you lock the vehicle from the
i nside.
Fuel and Refueling
Fuel filler door emergency release
If the central locking system is faulty, the fuel
filler door can be unlocked manually.
Fig. 179 Right s ide t rim in t he lu ggage compartm en t: re­
moving the t rim
Fig. 180 Lu ggage compa rtment: fuel fill er door emergency
release
Removing the side trim
.,. To remove the right side tr im, first remove the
reta iner from the mounts
c:> fig. 179.
... Turn both locking mechanisms 90° to the left
using a coin or a similar object and remove the
locking mechanisms.
• Tilt the retainer upward and pull the trim out.
Lay the trim down on its side, because there is
an electrical wire for the socket* on the back .
Fuel filler door emergency release
... Loosen the strap from its bracket and pull on it
c:> fig. 180 c:>(D. The fuel filler door is released.
.,. To open the fuel filler door, press on the left
side
c:> page 200, fig. 177.
CD Note
Only pull on the loop until you feel resistance.
You w ill not hear it re lease. Otherwise you ..,.
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Checking and Filling
-Do not remove the engine cover under any
circumstances . This increases the risk of
burns.
- If work on the fuel system or the electrical
system is necessary:
- Always disconnect the battery.
- Never smoke or work near heaters or open
flames . Fluids in the engine compartment
could start a fire.
- Keep an approved fire extinguisher imme­
diately available .
- To avoid electrical shock and personal injury
while the engine is running or being started,
never touch:
- Ignition cables
- Other components of the high voltage
electronic ignition system.
- If you must perform a check or repair with
the engine running:
- First, fully apply the parking brake, move
selector lever to P (Park) .
- Always use extreme caution to prevent
clothing, jewelry, or long hair from get­
ting caught in the radiator fan, V -belts or
other moving parts, or from contacting
hot parts. Tie back hair before starting,
and do not wear clothing that will hang or
droop into the engine.
- Minimize exposure to emission and chemi­
cal hazards
,=:, .&. -
A WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning:
- Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of Cali­
fornia to cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, certain flu­
ids contained in vehicles and certain prod­
ucts of component wear contain or emit
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chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm .
- Battery posts, terminals and related acces­
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harms .
Wash hands after handling.
(D Note
When adding fluids, always make sure that
they are poured into the proper container or
filler opening, otherwise serious damage to
vehicle systems will occur.
@ For the sake of the environment
To detect leaks in time, inspect the vehicle
floor pan from underneath regularly . If you
see spots from oil or other vehicle fluids, have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized Audi
dealer.
Closing the engine hood
.,. Pull the hood down until the pressure from the
struts is reduced.
.,. Let the hood
drop down and latch in place. Do
not try to push it shut;
it may fail to engage
¢ _& .
A WARNING
A hood that is not completely latched could
fly up and block your view while driving .
- When you close the engine hood, check it to
make sure the safety catch has properly en ­
gaged . The hood should be flush with the
surrounding vehicle body parts.
- If you notice while driving that the hood is
not secured properly, stop at once and close it .
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Checking and Filling
should be between the "min " and "max" mark­
ings. When the engine is warm, the level may
be slightly above the "max" marking.
The location of the coolant expansion tank can be
seen in the engine compartment illustration
<::> page 205.
To obtain an accurate reading, the engine must
be switched off.
The expansion tank in your vehicle is equipped
with an electric coolant level sensor.
When the coolant level is too low, the warning
light in the Auto-Check System <::>
page 15 will il­
luminate until you add coolant and the level has
been restored to normal. Even though there is an
electric coolant level sensor, we still recommend
you check the coolant level from time to time.
Coolant loss
Coolant loss may indicate a leak in the cooling
system. In the event of coolant loss, the cooling
system should be inspected immediately by your
authorized Audi dealer. It is not enough merely
to add coolant.
In a
sealed system, losses can occur only if the
boiling point of the coolant is exceeded as a re­
sult of overheating.
A WARNING
The cooling system is under pressure and can
get very hot. Reduce the risk of scalding from
hot coolant by following these steps.
-Turn off the engine and allow itto cool down.
- Protect your face, hands and arms from es­ caping fluid and steam by covering the cap
with a large, thick rag.
- Turn the cap slowly and very carefully in a counter-clockwise direction while applying
light, downward pressure on the top of the
cap.
- To avoid being burned, do not spill anti­
freeze or coolant on the exhaust system or
hot engine parts . Under certain conditions,
the ethylene glycol in engine coolant can
catch fire .
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(D Note
Do not add any type of radiator leak sealant
to your vehicle's engine coolant. Adding radia­
tor repair fluid may adversely affect the func­
tion and performance of your cooling system
and could result in damage not covered by
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty .
Adding coolant
Be very careful when adding engine coolant.
Before you check anything in the engine compart­
ment,
always read and heed all WARNINGS
<::>.& in Working in the engine compartment on
page 203 .
.. Requirement: There must be a residual amount
of coolant in the expansion tank
i:::>Q) .
.. Turn off the engine .
.. Let the engine cool down .
.. Place a thick rag over the coolant expansion
tank <::>
page 209, fig. 186 and carefully twist
the cap counter-clockwise
c::> &,.
.. Add coolant mixed in the correct ratio
<::> page 209, Coolant up to the MAX marking.
.. Make sure that the fluid level remains stable.
Add more coolant if necessary.
.. Twist the cap on again
tightly.
Replacement engine coolant must conform to ex­
act specifications <::>
page 209, Coolant.
We recommend using only coolant additive G12+
+, G13 or in an emergency G12+ . Do
not use a
different additive. In an emergency use plain wa­
ter until you can get the correct additive and can
restore the correct ratio. This should be done as
soon as possible.
If you have lost a considerable amount of cool­
ant, then you should add cold antifreeze and cold
water only when the engine is cold.
Always use
new engine coolant when refilling.
Do not fill coolant above the "MAX" mark . Excess
coolant will be forced out through the pressure
relief valve in the cap when the engine becomes
hot.
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,&_ WARNING
-The cooling system is under pressure and
can get very hot. Reduce the risk of scalding
from hot coolant by following these steps.
- Turn off the engine and allow it to cool
down.
- Protect your face, hands and arms from
escaping fluid and steam by covering the
cap with a large, thick rag.
- Turn the cap slowly and very carefully in a
counter-clockwise direction while applying light, downward pressure on the top of
the cap.
- To avoid being burned, do not spill ant i­
freeze or coolant on the exhaust system or
hot engine parts. Under certa in condi­
tions, the ethylene glycol in engine cool­
ant can catch fire.
- Antifreeze is poisonous. Always store anti­
freeze in its original container and well out
of the reach of children.
- If you drain the coolant, it must be caught
and safely stored in a proper container
clearly marked "poison" .
(D Note
-Do not add coolant if the expansion tank is
empty. Air could enter the cooling system
and damage the eng ine. If this is the case,
do not continue driving. Seek professional
assistance.
- Coolant pollutes the environment and could
cause an engine fire. Excess coolant will be
forced out through the pressure relief valve
i n the cap when the engine becomes hot .
- If, in an emergency, only water can be add­ ed, the correct ratio between water and an­
tifreeze
¢ page 209 must be restored as
soon as possible.
@ For the sake of the environment
Drained coolant should not be reused. Always
dispose of used coolant while observing all
environmental regulat ions.
-
Checking and Filling
Radiator fan
The radiator fan switches on automatically by it­
self .
An auxiliary electric radiator fan switches on and
off depending on coolant temperature and other
vehicle operating conditions.
After you switch the engine off, the auxiliary fan
can continue running for up to 10 minutes -even
with the ignition off. It can even switch on again later by itself ¢&. , if
- the temperature of the engine coolant rises due
to the heat build-up from the engine in the en­ gine compartment, or
- the engine compartment heats up because the
vehicle is parked in intense sunlight.
A WARNING
--
- To reduce the risk of personal injury never
touch the radiator fan .
- The auxiliary electric fan is temperature
controlled and can switch on suddenly even
when the engine is not running .
- The auxiliary radiator fan switches on auto­
matically when the engine coolant reaches a
certa in temperature and will continue to run
until the coolant temperature drops.
Brake fluid
Checking brake fluid level
Fig. 187 En g in e compar tment: cover on the b rake fluid
rese rvoir
Before you check anything in the engine compart­
ment,
always read and heed all WARNINGS
¢ & in Working in the engine compartment on
page 203 . .,.
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Checking and Filling
"' Read the brake fluid level from the brake fluid
reservoir
¢ fig. 187, ¢page 205, fig. 183. The
brake fluid level must be between the "MIN"
and "MAX" markings.
The location of the brake fluid reservoir can be
seen in the engine compartment illustration
c>page205.
The fluid level may drop slightly after some time
due to the automatic adjustment of the brake
pads. This is not cause for alarm.
If the brake fluid level falls considerably below
the "MIN" mark, the brake warning/indicator
light
1111 (U.S. models)/ . (Canadian models)
will come on¢
page 14. Do not continue to oper­
ate the vehicle. The complete brake system
should be thoroughly checked by an authorized
Audi dealer or other qualified facility and the
cause corrected . If the brake fluid level is too
low, the brake warning/indicator light will illumi­
nate. Contact an authorized Audi dealer
immedi­
ately.
Changing brake fluid
Have the brake fluid changed by an experienced
technician.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air . If the
water content in the brake fluid is too high , cor­
rosion in the brake system may result after a pe­
riod of time. The boiling point of the brake fluid
will also decrease considerably and decrease
braking performance.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be changed
every
two years.
Always use new brake fluid which con­
forms to Federal Motor Vehicle Standard "FMVSS
116 DOT 4".
The brake fluid reservoir can be difficult to reach,
therefore, we recommend that you have the
brake fluid changed by your authorized
Audi
dealer.
Your dealer has the correct tools, the
right brake fluid and the know-how to do this for
you.
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A WARNING
-
- Brake fluid is poisonous. It must be stored
only in the closed original container out of
the reach of children!
- Brake failure can result from old or inappro­
priate brake fluid. Observe these precau­
tions:
- Use only brake fluid that meets SAE speci­
fication
J 1703 and conforms to Federal
Motor Vehicle Standard 116. Always check
with your authorized Audi dealer to make
sure you are using the correct brake fluid.
The correct type of brake fluid is also indi­
cated on the brake fluid reservoir .
- The brake fluid must be new. Heavy use of
the brakes can cause a vapor lock if the
brake fluid is left in the system too long .
This can seriously affect the efficiency of
the brakes as well as your safety. This
could result in an accident.
(D Note
Brake fluid will damage the paint of your vehi­
cle.
@ For the sake of the environment
Because of the problem of proper disposal of
brake fluid as well as the special tools re­
quired and the necessary expertise, we rec­
ommend that you have the brake fluid
changed by your authorized Audi dealer .
Battery
General information
Under normal operating conditions, the battery
in your Audi does not need any maintenance.
With
high outside temperatures or long daily
drives we recommend that you have the electro­
lyte level checked by a service facility. The elec­
trolyte level should also be checked each time
the battery is charged ¢
page 214.
Have the battery checked when you take your ve­
hicle in for service. You are well advised to re­
place a battery that is older than S years.

Emergency assistance
Equipment
Warning triangle
Applies to: ve hicles with warning triangle
D
Fig. 196 Luggage co mpa rtment lid : w arnin g tria ngle
The warning triangle placed in the vehicle at the
factory is located in the luggage compartment.
• Turn the twist lock ¢
fig. 196 and pull the cover
downward to open the cover .
• Remove the warning triangle from its holder.
The luggage compartment lid is only designed to hold the warning triang le offered by the original
accessories program.
Vehicle tool kit
F ig. 197 Luggage co mpa rtment : veh icle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit , vehicle jack*, tire mobi lity kit
and compressor are stored in the luggage com ­
partment under the cargo floor cover .
• Lift the cargo floor by the plastic handle.
• Turn the handle counter-clockwise and remove
the cover .
Emergen cy a ssis tanc e
A WARNING
-Improper use of the veh icle jack can cause se-
rious pe rsonal injuries.
- Never use the screw driver hex head to
tighten wheel bolts, since the bolts cannot
attain the necessary tightening torque if you
use the hex head, potentially causing an ac­
cident.
- The factory-supplied jack is intended only
for your veh icle model. Under no circum­
stances s hou ld it be used to lift heavy
veh icles o r othe r loads; you risk in juring
yourse lf .
- Neve r start the engine when the ve hicle is
raised, which co uld cause an acciden t.
- Support the vehicle securely with appropri­
ate stands if work is to be pe rformed under­
neath the vehicle; otherwise, there is a po ­
t ential risk for injury .
- Neve r use the ja ck supplied w ith your Aud i
on anot her vehicle, particularly on a heavier
one. The jack is only s uitable for use on the
vehicle it came with.
(D Tips
The vehicle jack* in your vehicle is m ainte­
nance -free .
Tire repair set
General and safety pointers
Tire repair is intended only for temporary, short­
term use.
F ig. 198 Tire damage for wh ich the Tire Mob ility Sys tem is
not s uited
IIJI,
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Replacing wheels
Before changing a wheel
Observe the following precautions for your own
and your passenger's safety when changing a
wheel.
.,. After you experience a tire failure, pull the car
well away from moving traffic and try to reach
level ground before you stop¢.,&..
.. All passengers should
leave the car and move
to a safe location (for instance, beh ind the
guardrail)¢ .,&. .
.,. Engage the
parking brake to prevent your vehi­
cle from rolling unintentionally¢ .,&..
.. Move
selector lever to position P ¢ .,&. .
.. Take the
jack out of the luggage compartment
c:>page 239.
A WARNING
You or your passengers could be injured while
chang ing a wheel if you do not follow these
safety precautions:
- If you have a flat tire, move a safe distance
off the road. Turn off the engine, turn the
eme rgency flashers on and use other warn­
ing devices to alert other motorists.
- Make sure that passengers wait in a safe
place away from the vehicle and well away
from the road and traffic.
- To help prevent the vehicle from moving
sudden ly and possibly slipping off the jack,
always fully set the parking brake and block
the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel be ­
ing changed . When one front wheel is lifted
off the ground, placing the Automatic
Transmission in P (Park) will
not prevent the
vehicle from moving.
- Before you change a wheel, be sure the
ground is level and firm. If necessary, use a
sturdy board under the jack.
- Always store the veh icle tool k it, the jack
and the replaced tire in the luggage com­
partment
c> page 124.
(D Note
If you are changing the whee l on a steep in­
cline, use a rock or similar object to b lock the
Emergency assistance
opposite wheel to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
(D Tips
- Before changing the wheel, you must acti­
vate the jacking mode, so that the automat­
ic controls for the Adaptive Air Suspension*
do not make it more difficu lt to lift the vehi­
cle with the jack
c> page 245.
- Obey all laws .
Changing a wheel
When you change a wheel, follow the sequence
described below step-by-step and in exactly thot
order .
1. Activate the vehicle jack mode* c> page 245.
2. Remove the
wheel bolt caps*. For more de­
tails see also
¢ page 244, Wheels with
wheel bolt caps.
3. Loosen the wheel bolts c:> page 244.
4. Locate the proper mounting point for the
jack and align the jack below that point
~page 245.
5. Raise the car with the jack c:> page 245.
6. Remove the
wheel with the flat tire and then
install the other whee l¢
page 246.
7. Tighten all whee l bolts lightly.
8.
Lower the vehicle with the jack.
9. Use the wheel bolt wrench and
firmly tighten
all wheel bolts
c> page 244.
10. Replace the
wheel bolt caps*.
11. Deact ivate the vehicle jack mode* in the
MMI:
I CARI funct ion button> (C ar )* systems
contro l butto n > Servicing & checks > Air
susp.: jack mode >
Off.
The vehicle jack mode* switches off automat ical­
ly at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h) .
A WARNING
-
Always read and follow all WARNINGS and in-
formation
¢ .&. in Raising the vehicle on
page
245 and ¢ page 247.
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Emerg ency assis ta nce
After changing a wheel
A wheel change is not complete without the do­
ing the following.
• Always store the vehicle tool kit, the jack* and
the replaced tire in the luggage compartment
<=>page 124.
• As soon as possible, have the tightenin g tor­
qu es
on all whee l bolts checked with a torque
wrench. The correct tightening torque is 90 ft lb (120 Nm).
• Have the flat tire
replac ed as soon as possible.
(D Tips
- If yo u notice that the whee l bolts are cor­
roded and difficu lt to turn wh ile changing a
tire, they should be replaced before you
check the tightening torque.
- Drive at reduced speed until you have the
tightening torques checked .
- After changing a w heel, the tire pressure in
a ll four tires must be checked/corrected and
the tire pressure monitoring indicator must be stored in the MMI
c> page 23 7.
Wheels with wheel bolt caps
A ppl ies to: ve hicles w ith whee l bolts w it h ea ps
The caps must be removed first from the wheel
bolts before the bolts can be unscrewed .
Fig. 201 Chang ing a wheel : removing the whee l bo lt caps
Removing
• Push the
pla stic clip (provided with the veh icle
tool kit) over the wheel bolt cap unt il the inner
retainers on the clip align wit h the edge of the
cover.
244
• Remove the cap with t he pla stic clip (vehicle
tool kit)
c> fig. 201.
Refitt ing
• Place t he caps over the wheel bolts and push
them back on.
The caps are to protect and keep the wheel bo lts
clean.
Loosening and tightening the wheel bolts
The wheel bolts must be loosened before raising
the vehicle .
Fig. 202 Chang ing a whee l: loosening the wheel bolts
Lo ose ning
• Slide the
w hee l w ren ch onto the wheel bo lt as
far as it will go.
• Take tight hold of the
end of the wrench hand le
and turn the wheel bolts
count er-clo ckwis e
about one single turn in the direction of arrow
¢fig. 202.
Tightening
• Slide the wheel wrench onto the wheel bo lt as
far as it will go.
• Take tight hold of the
end of the wrench handle
and turn each wheel bolt
clockwis e until it is
seated .
_&. WARNING
- Do not use force or hurry when changing a
wheel -you can cause the veh icle to slip off
the jack and cause serious persona l injuries.
- Do not loosen the wheel bo lts more than
one turn
before you raise the veh icle w ith
the jack. -You r is k an injury.