Audi R8 Coupé Self-help Mobility  Changing a wheel
Applies to: vehicles with jack
Fig. 179 Sill: Jacking point (example)
Fig. 179 Sill: Jacking point (example)
Fig. 180 Door sill: Applying the jack under the door sill
Fig. 180 Door sill: Applying the jack under the door sill
Always provide a firm base for the jack* on the ground. (The jack can be found in the vehicle s tool kit). 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 prevent the jack from slipping .
Position the vehicle jack under the door sill at the jacking point Fig. 179 on the same side of the vehicle as the wheel being changed.
Wind up the jack* under the jacking point until the cylindrical part of the arm -1- Fig. 180 of the jack is below the plastic socket provided.
Align the jack* so that the cylindrical part of the arm -1- fits in the plastic mount under the door sill and the base plate of the jack -2- is flat on the ground. The base plate -2- must be positioned vertically underneath the jacking point -1-.
Raise the vehicle until the defective wheel is clear of the ground.
WARNING
  • 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!
  • Use only the jack* supplied with your vehicle to raise the vehicle. If you use a jack from a different vehicle, your vehicle may slip off the jack - risk of injury!
  • Apply the jack* only at the jacking points located behind the markings on the door sill and align it properly. Otherwise there is a risk of injury since the jack* can slip off suddenly if it is not properly engaged.
  • Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack – risk of accident!
  • If work has to be done under the vehicle, ensure that it is safely supported on suitable stands – risk of injury!
CAUTION
The vehicle must not be lifted up on its sills. Only apply the jack* at the jacking points located behind the markings on the door sill. Otherwise your vehicle could be damaged.

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