Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Inspecting Tires
| Because tire damage can have serious consequences, the
technician and the driver should regularly check the tires, as
it is the best form of early problem recognition. |
| Pre-damaged tires cannot withstand driving situations like
high vehicle speed, long driving distance, sporty driving style
and similar situations. |
| Damage can occur from various causes: |
| Driving with low tire pressure |
| Mistakes during tire mounting |
WARNING
| As soon as a safety risk cannot be ruled out, the
tire must be replaced. |
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| Pay special attention to the following criteria when
examining the tire: |
| Surface erosion or marbling on the inner side (pressure was
too low or insufficient for the load) |
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| detached rubber or loose cords |
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| Exposed or deformed bead bundle |
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| Damage to tire bead with visible cords |
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The most common causes of failure are small external damage,
a defective valve or a leaky rim due to corrosion or damage.
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Bundle broken during tire inflation.
Modern radial car tires are mounted only on safety rims.
These have a hu ...
Other materials:
Long-Term Underbody Protection -D 314 D38 M2-, Bright Color
Definition:
Long-Term Underbody Protection -D 314 D38 M2-, Bright Color
Edition 02/2010
Product Description
Long-Term Underbody Protection -D 314 D38 M2- is a bright,
transpa ...
Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
There is a defective bulb in the vehicle's exterior
lighting.
Change the defective bulb.
Several warning and indicat ...
Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Windscreen washer fluid level too low.
Fill up the washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible
.
Several warning and indicator la ...
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Tires, Damage from Low Tire Pressure
Mounting Damage