Alignment Specifications

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Coupe








*Data applies to market introduction sedan up to VIN 8E_2_025687.
*Data supplies to Sedan from VIN 8E_2_025688 as well as to wagon.
*Wheel stop on outer wheel is reduced by this amount. It can also be indicated negatively in alignment computer, depending on manufacturer.



Convertible ( Front and All Wheel Drive )









NOTE:
Wheel alignment must only be performed using VW/ Audi-approved wheel alignment equipment!
Each time wheels are aligned, both front and rear wheels must be aligned.
Otherwise correct vehicle performance is not guaranteed and an off center steering wheel may exist.

NOTE:
Do not perform wheel alignment until the vehicle has been driven 1000 km to 2000 km, because the coil springs will not have settled until then.
The individual specifications should be followed as exactly as possible when making adjustments.

NOTE:
The lateral run-out of the wheel must be compensated for. Otherwise, measurement will result in falst readings. A correct toe-in adjustment will not be possible without performing lateral run-out compensation!



Test Requirements:
- The measurement sensor must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle; observe device manufacturers operating instructions.
- Tread depth differences may be no more than 2 mm on an axle.
- Tires inflated to correct pressure.
- Be sure that sliding plates and turn tables are not touching end stop when checking wheel alignment.
- Vehicle empty weight*
* Empty weight means: Weight of the vehicle for the road (fuel tank and fluid reservoir for window/ headlamp washer system filled, spare wheel, vehicle tools and vehicle jack) and without driver.
- Spare wheel, vehicle tools and vehicle jack must be located in the position specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
- Vehicle accurately aligned, suspension bounce and rocked several times.
- Check suspension, steering and steering linkage for excessive play and damage, repair if necessary.
- Perform 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.

Wheel Alignment is necessary when:
- Vehicle shows handling problems.
- Involved in an accident.
- Axle components were removed.
- Tire wear patterns are uneven.