Wheel Alignment

Wheel Alignment

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

Wheel alignment checks must always include both the front and rear axles.

Otherwise centering of toothed shaft cannot be guaranteed!

- Perform alignment using the alignment computer.

All information needed for the alignment can be found in the alignment computer.

Current data updates are stored in VW ServiceNet.

Refer to => VW ServiceNet; systems; software wheel alignment computer; Beissbarth.

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• Wheels should not be aligned until the vehicle has been driven 1,000 to 2,000 km, since it takes this long for the coil springs to settle.

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

When Vehicle Alignment is Necessary

• Vehicle shows handling problems.

• There is an accident damage and components were replaced.

• Axle components have been removed or replaced.

• Tire wear patterns are uneven.

Components Replaced






1 Requirement: Subframe must be secured before removal. Refer to => [ Subframe, Securing ] Subframe, Securing.

Components Removed and Installed






1 Requirement: Subframe must be secured before removal. Refer to => [ Subframe, Securing ] Subframe, Securing.