Snow chains will improve braking ability as well as traction in winter conditions.
Snow chains can be used on the front wheels only. This also applies to Audi A3s with four-wheel drive*.
Check that the snow chains are correctly seated after driving for a few yards; follow the instructions given by the manufacturer.
Keep your speed below 50 km/h. Please observe the applicable local regulations.
If there is a risk that you may get stuck in the snow even though the snow chains are fitted, it is a good idea to deactivate the traction control (ASR) in the ESC system ►Link.
Only use snow chains with fine-pitch links. The links must not protrude more than 13.5 mm from the tyres (including tensioner).
You must remove the snow chains on roads which are free of snow; otherwise the Audi A3 handling may be impaired and the tyres may be damaged.
For technical reasons snow chains may only be used on tyres with certain wheel rim/tyre combinations.
A3 / S3 / A3 Sportback / A3 Sportback g-tron / S3 Sportback
| Rim size |
Rim offset |
Tyre size |
|---|---|---|
| 6Jx16 (steel) |
48 mm |
205/55 |
| 6Jx17 (aluminium) |
48 mm |
205/50 |
WARNING!
Unsuitable or incorrectly mounted snow chains can cause you to lose control of the Audi A3 – risk of accident!
Caution!
- Snow chains can damage the rim/hubcap* if they make direct contact with it. Remove the hubcaps* beforehand. Use snow chains which have a protective coating.