Wheel Alignment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Audi S6 and 2024 Audi A6 Quattro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When to Check Alignment
- After at least 1000-2000 km (600-1200 miles), once coil springs have settled
- Thereafter as necessary
- Following certain service and repair procedures as specified in this Repair Information
Alignment Problem vs. Wheel Problem
NOTE:
Following repairs to the suspension, and prior to checking wheel alignment, road test the vehicle at its curb weight WHEEL ALIGNMENT => List Item:Curb weight is the weight of a vehicle ready for the road: with full fuel tank, equipped with spare tire, tool kit and jack.. Sometimes, poor vehicle handling characteristics are the result of wheel problems:
Wheel imbalance
Excessive radial runout
-- Correct as necessary
Alignment Equipment
Use an optical alignment gage, whenever possible, to check wheel alignment. (If a substitution is necessary, protractor :3021 may be used when checking camber).
Requirements, Checking
- Measuring equipment properly adjusted
- Vehicle at curb weight WHEEL ALIGNMENT => List Item:Curb weight is the weight of a vehicle ready for the road: with full fuel tank, equipped with spare tire, tool kit and jack.
- Tires inflated to specified pressures
- Vehicle positioned precisely
- Suspension bounced several times
- No excessive play or damage to steering and steering linkage
- No excessive play or damage to suspension