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Tread Depth, Checking

NOTE:

This value may vary for individual countries due to different legislative regulations.

The minimum tread depth is reached when the tires have worn down level with the 1.6 mm high tread wear indicators -arrows- positioned at intervals around the tire.

Fig 1: Checking Tire Tread Depth
GWWA02-0086Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

If the tread wear is close to the wear limits, inform customer and note findings on the repair order.