Audi R8 Coupé Self-help Mobility  Tyre repair kit
Applies to: vehicles with tyre repair kit
Fig. 172 Tyres: Irreparable tyre damage
Fig. 172 Tyres: Irreparable tyre damage
Repaired tyres are only suitable for temporary use. Replace the damaged tyre as quickly as possible .
If the tyre was damaged by an object, such as a nail, do not remove it from the tyre.
The tyre repair kit can be used at outside temperatures down to – 20 °C.
The tyre repair kit must NOT be used:
  • On cuts and punctures larger than 4 mm -1- Fig. 172
  • If the wheel rim has been damaged -2-.
  • if you have been driving with very low pressure or a completely flat tyre -3-.
In these cases, you should seek professional assistance.
WARNING
  • Please note that the tyre repair kit is not suitable for use in every situation and should only be used as a temporary measure.
  • Do not allow the sealant to come into contact with your eyes, skin or clothing.
  • If you do come into contact with the sealant immediately rinse the eyes or skin affected with clean water.
  • Make sure you do not breathe in the fumes.
  • If you accidentally swallow tyre sealant, immediately rinse your mouth thoroughly and drink a large amount of water. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact a doctor.
  • Change clothing immediately if it becomes soiled with the tyre sealant.
  • If any allergic reactions should occur get medical help immediately.
  • Keep the sealant away from children.
  • After using the tyre sealant, the tyre pressure monitoring system may malfunction or display incorrect values. Therefore, please drive carefully to the next available qualified workshop.
Note
  • If sealant should leak out, leave it to dry. When it has dried, you can pull it off like a piece of foil.
  • Observe the expiry date stated on the sealing compound can. Have the sealing compound exchanged by a qualified workshop.
  • Interference to the radio reception may occur when using the compressor*.
  • Please observe the relevant regulations.

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