Audi 100 Quattro, Owner'S Manual

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DO-IT-YOURSELF SERVICE
JACK AND TOOLS
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The jack, tools and compact spare wheel
are stored together in the spare w
heel
well, underneath the floor covering in the
luggage compartment.
In the
Wagon/Avant the jack and tools
are stored together in the storage
compartments behind the right side trim
(right illustration).
The lug wrench, screwdriver, 10x13 mm
open-end wrench and plastic pin for
changing wheels are attached to the jack
with a rubber strap.
After use, the jack and tools must be
returned underneath the floor covering in
the luggage compartment.
Before storing the jack, the arm must be
fully wound down.
WARNING
§
The jack and tools are held in
place in the luggage compartment by
a winged nut. Always make sure these
tools are secured in place and not
loose, otherwise they could cause
personal injury to passengers in the
vehicle.
§
Use the jack only for changing a
wheel. Never use the jack lo lift other
vehicles or other loads as this may le-
ad to accidents and persona) injury.
§
The jack must never be used as a
support to work underneath the vehi-
cle. If the jack is accidentally dislod-
ged, you could be seriously injured.
§
Do not raise the vehicle using a
bumper jack. The bumper system
would be damaged. Also, the jack may
slip which could cause persona!
injury.
§
Do not support your car on cinder
blocks, bricks or other props that may
crumble under continuous load.
§
Do not start or run the engine
while the vehicle is supported by the
jack.
§
When working under the vehicle,
always use safety stands specifically
designed for this purpose.
Lug wrench
The lug wrench in the tool kit serves two
purposes. The hexagon socket at the
short end of the wrench fits the wheel
bolts.
The hexagon socket at the long end of
the wrench fits the spark plugs.
To facilitate removal and tightening of
spark plugs, insert the handle of the
screw driver into the hexagon socket at
the short end of the lug wrench.