Audi Q7: Run-flat tires
Applies to: vehicles with run-flat tires
Run-flat tires can allow you to remain driving
when there is a loss of pressure.
Run-flat tires have reinforced sidewalls that protect
the tire if there is a loss of pressure.
If the tire pressure monitoring system indicates a
loss of pressure in one or several tires, you can
continue driving on run-flat tires for at least
20 mi (30 km). Drive to an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility immediately to
have the problem corrected.
Continuing to drive on run-flat tires is no
longer possible if:
- There is visible damage to the tires, such as
cracks in the sidewalls
- Strong vibrations are felt while driving, or the
tire begins to smoke due to a strong build-up of
heat
- The tire has been heavily damaged, for example
in an accident. There is a risk that parts of the
tire tread will detach and damage important
vehicle components.
- The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) is not
working or is continuously running
- The tire pressure monitoring system is not
working
If it is no longer possible to continue driving despite
having run-flat tires, see an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility for assistance.
WARNING
Run-flat tires may only be used on vehicles
that were equipped with them at the factory.
- The vehicle must have suspension designed
for run-flat tires and a factory-installed tire
pressure monitoring system.
- Incorrect use of run-flat tires can lead to vehicle
damage or accidents. Contact an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to learn if run-flat tires may
be used on your vehicle and if so, which
ones.
- If run-flat tires are used, they must be installed
on all four wheels. Mixing tire types
is not permitted.
- If you have to drive when the tire pressure is
too low or there is no tire pressure, note the
following:
- Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80
km/h) because this increases the risk of an
accident. Observe any laws specific to the country where you are driving
- Avoid full-throttle acceleration, heavy
braking, and fast cornering, because this
increases the risk of an accident.
- The vehicle may become more difficult to
control.
- See an authorized Audi dealer or authorized
Audi Service Facility for assistance if
the tire is too heavily damaged.
- Have the faulty tires replaced and the rims
checked for damage by an authorized Audi
dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility.
- The driver is responsible for the vehicle, for
correcting the tire pressure, and for replacing
faulty parts. Therefore, always adjust
your driving to the current situation.
Tips
- Audi Original run-flat tires can be identified
by the "AOE" labeling on the tire sidewall.
- You can use the tire mobility kit* on run-flat
tires.
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