Wheel Alignment

Wheel Alignment

Wheel alignment must only performed using VW/Audi-approved wheel alignment equipment.

Each time wheels are aligned, both front and rear wheels must be aligned.

Otherwise, proper vehicle driveability cannot be ensured.

If the vehicle (Sedan/Wagon) has RHD and the standard chassis (1BA), then check and adjust the camber on the front axle according to the height of the vehicle. Refer to => [ Camber Adjustment Values on the Front Suspension for RHD Vehicles and Standard Chassis (1BA) ] [1][2]Alignment.

• Axle alignment should not be performed until the vehicle has been driven 1,000-2,000 km (621-1242 miles), since it takes this long for the suspension to settle.

• The individual specifications should be followed as exactly as possible when making adjustments.

Before performing an axle alignment on a vehicle with air suspension, check the curb weight or control position and adapt it again if necessary. Refer to => [ Vehicle with Air Suspension, Bringing to Control Position for Wheel Alignment ] Vehicle With Air Suspension, Bringing to Control Position For Wheel Alignment.

Vehicles Pulling to One Side and Vehicles Involved in an Accident

The cause for this could be that steering rack in steering gear does not stand exactly in the center when steering straight ahead.

The steering support may pull slightly to the left or to the right. The result is a vehicle which pulls to the side.

• If a vehicle is aligned due to a complaint "vehicle pulls to one side or pulls askew", center position of steering rack must always be checked.

If the vehicle has ESP or ABS, calibrate the steering angle sensor (G85) using the vehicle diagnostic tester after doing any adjusting on the suspension.

The suspension components could be damaged.

If the subframe mount, the steering gear or the subframe crossbrace are not installed correctly, do not rest the vehicle on its wheels.

The vehicle must not be supported on the subframe or the subframe crossbrace (for example using a floor jack).

All bolts and nuts must be tightened properly before driving the vehicle!

Danger of personal injury caused by the engine starting automatically on vehicles with the Start/Stop System.

• When the Start/Stop System is on (recognizable by a message in the instrument cluster), the engine may start automatically.

• Make sure the Start/Stop System is off whenever working on the vehicle. Turn off the ignition and turn it back on only when necessary.

When Vehicle Alignment is Necessary

• Vehicle shows handling problems.

• Involved in an accident.

• Axle components have been removed or replaced.

• Tire wear patterns are uneven.