Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: EU Tire Label

Run-Flat Tire (PAX), Lettering On Side Wall

In contrast to conventional tires, other designations are found on the tire flanks of PAX tires. In this way, these tires can be allocated clearly. &n ...

EU Tire Label, Short Overview

Starting on 11/1/2012, tire manufacturers must comply with the new EU Regulation (EG) 1222/2009 (Tire Labeling Regulation). The Tire Labeling Regulation requires that informati ...

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Contacts in Contact Housing, Repairing
First, open or release if necessary the secondary lock of the contact housing. Refer to → Chapter „Contact Housings, Releasing and Disassembling“.     –  Release contact (primary ...

Primary Lock
The primary lock is the locking mechanism of an individual crimp contact in the contact housing. If necessary, housing securing mechanisms (secondary locks) must be released or removed using specified tool before releasing the contacts. ...

Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for filling a tyre : If you get a flat tyre, park your vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic. Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping and parking B ...