Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Changing a wheel

Wheel bolt caps

Fig. 165 Removing the wheel bolt caps First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Take the wire hook from the vehicle toolkit . Insert the hook through th ...

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:  → Preparations for changing a wheel  → Wheel bolts  → Lifting the vehicle with the jack  → Changing a w ...

Other materials:

Cross-Section of a Radial Ply Tire
1 -  Tread Block 2 -  Tread Groove 3 -  Tread 4 -  Nylon Ply 5 -  Belt Layers Consists mostly of steel 6 -  Bead Bundle ...

Wheel Bolt Versions
Shank Designs There are two shank designs: rounded and conical.     The rounded shank has a curved surface -arrow A-. This design was used for original rims. The conic ...

Tires, Damage from Low Tire Pressure
The most common causes of failure are small external damage, a defective valve or a leaky rim due to corrosion or damage.     Separation of Carcass and Rubber Strong heating due to driving w ...