Audi Q5: Steering, Centering
Steering, Centering, Electromechanical Steering Gear
Note
- Centering the steering is meant only for "aligning" the
steering for subsequent work.
- The steering wheel center position is determined exactly via
the steering angle with the help of the alignment computer.
- If a steering wheel fault is determined when setting the
center position of the steering, then check the steering and
suspension for damage or deformations and replace any damaged
components. Check the tie rod symmetry as well. Refer to
→ Chapter "Maximum Steering Angle, Checking".
Steering, Centering, Hydraulic Power Steering Gear
Note
- Centering the steering is meant only for "aligning" the
steering for subsequent work.
- The steering wheel center position is determined exactly via
the steering angle with the help of the alignment computer.
- If a steering wheel fault is determined when setting the
center position of the steering, check the steering and
suspension for damage or deformation and replace any damaged
components. Check the tie rod symmetry as well. Refer to
→ Chapter "Maximum Steering Angle, Checking".
- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to
→ Body Exterior; Rep. Gr.66; Noise Insulation.
- Bring the steering gear into the center position.
The point -1- must be opposite
the marking -2-. The distances of
the tie rod ends to the steering gear must be the same at the
left and right.
Note
These designations only serve to assist in a general
positioning of the steering center position.

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Note
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Welding or straighten work on any steering components is not
permissible.
Use on
Electromechanical Steering Gear Boot, Removing and Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Torque Wrench
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Torque Wrench 1332 40-200Nm -VAG1332-
Hose Clip Pliers -VAG1921-
Locking Pliers -VAS6199-
Puller - Ball Joint -
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Pry Lever -80 - 200-
Backrest Panel Tool -3370-
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Eye protection for vehicles equipped with a DVD player
12 mm drill
What affects braking efficiency?
New brake pads
During the first 250 miles (400 km), new brake
pads do not possess their full braking effect, they
have to be "broken in" first.
Operating conditions and driving habits
The brakes on today's automobiles are still subject to wear, depending
largely on