Audi R8 Coupé Self-help Mobility  Changing a wheel
Fig. 177 Anti-theft wheel bolt with wheel bolt cap and adapter
Fig. 177 Anti-theft wheel bolt with wheel bolt cap and adapter
To release the anti-theft wheel bolts, you need a special adapter (provided in the vehicle s tool kit).
Pull off the hubcap* or wheel bolt cap* -2- Fig. 177.
Slide the adapter -3- all the way onto the anti-theft wheel bolt -1-.
Fit the box spanner (provided in the vehicle s tool kit) as far as it will go over the adapter -3-.
Loosen the wheel bolt link.
Note
Note the code number of the anti-theft wheel bolt and keep it in a safe place – not in your vehicle. If you need a replacement adapter, give the code number to your Audi dealer.

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