Wheel Rotation, Non-Directional Tires

2007 Audi A3 Base, Automatic DCTSECTION Wheel Rotation, Non-Directional Tires
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Perform a road test to determine if a vehicle pulls to one side and if so, when and to which side.
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If the vehicle pulls to one side, swap the front wheels.
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Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle now pulls to opposite side. Vehicle still pulls to the same side.
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Reverse one tire on its rim on the front axle (reverse the direction of travel). Rotate wheels from front to back.
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Road Test, Performing Road Test, Performing
Vehicle travels straight - END Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight. Vehicle does not travel straight.
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Swap front wheels and swap back wheels. Vehicle now pulls to opposite side. No change
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Road Test, Performing Reverse one tire on its rim on the front axle (reverse the direction of travel) Check axle adjustment on front and rear axle, adjust if necessary. If adjustment is OK, contact product support.
Vehicle travels straight - END
Vehicle does not travel straight.
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Swap the front wheels I
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Road Test, Performing Road Test, Performing  
Vehicle travels straight - END Vehicle does not travel straight Vehicle travels straight END  
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  Install new tires on front axle. Install new tires on front axle.  
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Road Test, Performing Road Test, Performing  
Vehicle travels straight - END Vehicle travels straight - END  
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Vehicle does not travel straight, inform Audi Product Support.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.