Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Composite Wheels

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Whels, Tires, Whel Alignment / Rim Information / Composite Wheels

Composite wheels consist of various parts.

The primary components are rims and wheel discs. These components are fastened to each other with special screws and a special procedure. This ensures the wheel's function, proper seal, safety and true running. These important requirements cannot be guaranteed under shop conditions and using shop tools.

WARNING

Composite wheels must not be disassembled or repaired!

Identification

There are several specifications located on the rim. The following examples shows the rim identification: Replacement parts number: 6E0 601 027 A Size of ...

Light Alloy Wheels, Care and Maintenance

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Fold Corrosion Servicing Notes
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Checklist
Using seat belts : Check the condition of all seat belts regularly. Keep the seat belts clean. Avoid allowing any foreign bodies or fluids to get on to the seat belt or latch plate or into the slot for the seat belt buckle. Do not trap or damage the seat belt and latch ...

Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
Fig. 26 Next to the driver seat: button for switching off the interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The interior monitoring system will trigger an alarm if movement is detected inside the vehicle when the vehicl ...