Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Run-Flat Tire, Retrofitting/Conditions for use of Run-Flat Tires
Caution
| Using run-flat tires on vehicles is permitted only
if the run-flat tire is supplied with the vehicle either
as standard equipment or as an option. |
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| Because pressure loss in a run-flat tire is not always
visible, these tires should only be used on vehicles equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system. This system warns the
driver when the tire pressure falls below a certain value. |
| The following are permitted: |
| Direct measuring systems. Refer to
→ Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr.44. |
| Indirect measuring systems. Refer to
→ Suspension, Wheels, Steering; Rep. Gr.44. |
| Only mount run-flat tires on disc wheels with an extended
double hump (extended hump - EH2). Refer to
→ Chapter „Identification“. |
| Pay close attention to the installation instructions. Refer
to
→ Chapter „Tires, Mounting“. |
| Do not install both run-flat tires and standard tires, even
if the two tires on each axle will be the same. |
| A standard tire can only be installed in exception cases for
a short time or a limited driving distance. The specific
characteristics designed for driving with a flat tire will not
be available. The driver must be informed of this. |
| Always Pay Attention to the Recommended Tire Brand. Refer to
→ Wheel and Tire Guide; Rep. Gr.44. |
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Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to
standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to
roll when there is a loss of pressure and pre ...
WARNING
Run-flat tires must be replaced after they have gone
flat.
Pay cl ...
Other materials:
Flat Spots, Correcting
Flat spots cannot be removed from tires with workshop
equipment.
Such flat spots can be "driven out" only by driving the car
until the tires are warm.
We do not recommend the following method during ...
Severely Discharged Batteries
WARNING
Risk of injury. Follow all Warnings and Safety
Precautions. Refer to
→ Chapter „Warnings and Safety Precautions“.
For a battery to be indicated as †...
Checking the coolant level and refilling coolant
Fig. 139 In the engine compartment: mark
on the coolant expansion tank
Fig. 140 In the engine compartment: coolant
expansion tank cap
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe warning lamp for the engine coolant will light up
if the engine coolant level i ...
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