Get Self-help -> Changing a wheel (jack points) Guide for Audi Q5 SUV Third Generation (2024-2026)

Mobility

Removing the wheel bolt caps

– Avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and

fast cornering.

– Vehicle handling could be impaired.

– If the tyre is too badly damaged, you should

seek professional assistance.

For the sake of the environment

A used can of sealing compound can be re-

turned to your qualified workshop for dispos-

al.

Fig. 135 Wheel: Wheel bolts with caps

Changing a wheel

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Slide the plastic clip (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) onto the wheel bolt cap until it engages

ðFig. 135.

Preparing to change wheels

You should not attempt the following steps un-

less you are in possession of the necessary equip-

ment and have the skills required. Audi recom-

mends having the wheel changed by a qualified

workshop.

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Pull off the cap using the plastic clip.

Detaching aero trim

Commercially available tools, such as a jack and

box spanner, are required for the wheel change.

These should be placed within reach before start-

ing the work.

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Please refer to the important safety informa-

tion ðpage 266.

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Apply the parking brake.

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If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it from your

Fig. 136 Wheel: Aero trim

vehicle.

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Applies to vehicles with air suspension: Select:

Removing

 > Vehicle > More > Air suspension: wheel

change.

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Insert the hook (provided in the vehicle toolkit)

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Switch off the ignition.

in the hole in one of the sections of the aero

trim and pull on the section to release the clips

ðFig. 136.

Release the remaining sections one at a time.

Then release the centre of the aero trim.

WARNING

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When using a jack, block the wheel diagonally

opposite the wheel being changed by placing

suitable objects underneath both the front

and rear of the wheel to prevent the vehicle

from rolling away.

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Remove the aero trim.

Installing

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Press first one section and then the remaining

sections into the mounting.

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Press the centre into the mounting.

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Check whether the aero trim is flush with the

rim.

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Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) as far as it will go over the wheel bolt

CAUTION

Make sure that the aero trim is secured prop-

erly so that it does not fall off while you are

driving.

Turn the wheel bolt approx. one turn anti-clock-

wise. To apply the necessary torque, hold the

box spanner near the end. If the wheel bolt is

very tight, you may be able to loosen it by push-

ing down the end of the spanner carefully with

your foot. Hold on to the car for support and

take care not to slip.

Removing anti-theft wheel bolts

WARNING

To avoid accidents, the wheel bolts should on-

ly be loosened slightly (one turn) before rais-

ing the vehicle with the jack.

Raising the vehicle

Fig. 137 Anti-theft wheel bolt with wheel bolt cap and

adapter

To remove the anti-theft wheel bolts, you need a

special adapter (provided in the vehicle toolkit).

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Remove the cap 2 .

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Slide the adapter 3 all the way onto the anti-

theft wheel bolt 1 .

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Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle

toolkit) as far as it will go over the adapter 3 .

Loosen the wheel bolt ðpage 270.

Fig. 139 Sills: markings

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Always provide a firm base for the jack on the

ground. If necessary use a large, strong board

or similar support. On a hard, slippery surface

(such as tiles) use a rubber mat or similar to

Note the code number of the anti-theft wheel

bolt and keep it in a safe place – not in your vehi-

cle. If you need a replacement adapter, give the

code number to your Audi dealer.

prevent the jack from slipping ð

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Locate the marking on the door sill closest to

the wheel being changed ðFig. 139. The jack-

ing point is located behind the marking on the

door sill.

Raise the vehicle using the jack until the wheel

is slightly clear of the ground.

Loosening wheel bolts

WARNING

– Ensure that no one is in the vehicle before

you lift it – risk of injury!

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Fig. 138 Wheel: Loosening the wheel bolts

An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the anti-theft

wheel bolts ðpage 270.

270

Mobility

– Make sure the jack is stable. If the ground

underneath the jack is slippery or soft, the

jack can slip or sink in – risk of injury!

– Apply the jack only at the jacking points lo-

cated behind the markings on the door sill

and align it properly. Otherwise there is a

risk of injury since the jack can slip off sud-

denly if it is not properly engaged.

CAUTION

When removing/fitting the wheel the rim

may hit and damage the brake disc. For this

reason, please take care and get a second per-

son to assist you.

Using tyres with directional tread pattern

– Applies to vehicles with air suspension: The

height of the parked vehicle can change as a

result of variations in temperature and load-

ing.

A directional tread pattern can be identified by

arrows on the sidewall that point in the direction

of rotation. Always note the direction of rotation

indicated when mounting the wheel. This is im-

portant so that these tyres can give maximum

grip and avoid excessive noise, tread wear and

aquaplaning.

– Never switch on the power unit when the ve-

hicle is on the jack – risk of accident!

– Do not work under the vehicle when it is on

the jack – risk of injury!

To benefit from the advantages of tyres with this

type of tread pattern, the defective tyre should

be replaced and refitted as soon as possible so

that all tyres again rotate in the correct direction.

CAUTION

The vehicle must not be lifted up on its sills.

Only apply the jack at the jacking points loca-

ted behind the markings on the door sill. Oth-

erwise your vehicle could be damaged.

Finishing the tyre change

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Fit the wheel bolt caps back on, as required.

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Taking off / putting on a wheel

Taking off the wheel

Put the tools and jack back in their correct stor-

age location.

Stow the removed wheel safely in the luggage

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Unscrew the slackened wheel bolts using the

compartment ðpage 85.

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box spanner and place them on a clean surface.

Check the tyre pressure of the fitted wheel as

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Take off the wheel ð

soon as possible.

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Adjust the tyre pressures and store them on the

Putting on the wheel

centre display ðpage 256 or ðpage 258.

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When putting on a tyre with directional tread

The wheel bolts should be tightened to

pattern, refer to ðpage 271.

140 Nm. Have this checked as soon as possible

with a torque wrench. Until then, drive with

caution.

Have the flat tyre replaced as quickly as possi-

ble.

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Ensure that the wheel bolts and threads on the

wheel hubs are clean, turn easily and are free of

oil and grease.

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Position the wheel on the hub.

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Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them

Jump-starting

lightly.

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Carefully lower the car with the jack.

Tighten the wheel bolts in diagonal sequence

with the box spanner.

Important information on jump-starting

Applies to: vehicles with 2.0 TFSI engine with MHEV technolo-

gy (48 V electrical system)

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Please note the information below for vehicles

with 2.0 TFSI engine with MHEV technology (48 V

WARNING

Please observe the important safety informa-

tion and notes on ðpage 250.

electrical system) ð

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