Audi S5 A5 owners manual page 237

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document_0900452a81793dcc.book Seite 235 Mittwoch, 21. März 2007 5:42 17 Wheels and tyres 235 – Never use tyres whose actual size exceeds the dimen- means, for example, that the tyre was produced in the 10th week of sions of the factory-approved makes of tyre. 2006. – If you wish to fit the vehicle with non-standard rims or Please note that with some types of tyres, the actual tyre size can tyres, it is advisable to consult an Audi dealerbe fore differ from the nominal size marked on the tyre (for instance 245/40 purchasing them. R 18 93 Y), and there may be signific ant differences in the contours of the tyres, even though the tyres are marked with the same The tyres and wheel rims are an essential part of the vehicle's nominal size designation. When replacing the tyres, it is therefore design. The tyres and rims approved by Audi are specially matched important to make sure that the actual size of the new tyres does to the characteristics of the vehicle and make a major contribution not exceed the dimensions of the factory-approved makes of tyre. to good roadholding and safe handling ⇒ . Failure to observe this requirement can affect the clearance needed The sizes of the rims and tyres approved for your vehicle are listed for the tyres. This could result in contact between the tyres and in the vehicle's documents (e.g. EC Certificate of Conformity or COC suspension components or bodywork. The brake lines could also be document 5)). The vehicle documents vary depending on the damaged and the vehicle's safety could be severely impaired ⇒. country of residence. When using tyres with the maximum permitted nominal dimen- sions, this can also void the vehicle's registration. Understanding the tyre designations makes it easier to choose the If you use tyres that are approved by Audi you can be sure that the correct tyres. For example, radial ply tyres have the following tyre actual tyre dimensions will be correct for your vehicle. If you decide designations marked on the sidewall: to fit a different type of tyre, you must obtain the appropriate manu- 245 / 40 R 18 93 Y facturer's certificate from the tyre retailer to confirm that the tyres This contains the following information: are suitable for your vehicle. Keep this certificate in a safe place. Your local Audi dealer will be able to advise you on which tyres may 245 Tyre width in mm be fitted to your vehicle. 40 Height/width ratio in % All four wheels must always be fitted with tyres of the same type, R Tyre construction: Radial make and tread pattern, otherwise the drive-line can be damaged by the constant differences in wheel speeds. For the same reason, only 18 Rim diameter in inches use a spare wheel* with the same tyre dimensions as the normal 93 Load rating code road wheels. Y Speed rating code letter It the spare tyre* is not the same type as the tyres fitted on the car (for example if the car has winter tyres or wide-section tyres) you The manufacturing date is also indicated on the tyre sidewall should only use the spare tyre if a puncture occurs, and then only (possibly only on the inner side of the wheel): for a short period of time. In this case, please drive with extra care. DOT . 1006. Refit the normal road wheel as soon as possible. It is best to have all servicing of wheels and tyres performed by a qualified workshop. They have the necessary special tools and 5)COC = certificate of conformity Controls Safety Driving tips General maintenance Self-help Technical data

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