Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Side Wall Lettering, Standard Tire
Example: Continental ContiPremiumContact 2 |
For example B. 205/55 R 16. Refer to
→ Anchor |
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Position of Tread Wear Indicators (TWI) |
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Manufacturer (Trade Name) |
Radial - radially-oriented fibers in carcass |
Tubeless - Identifier for tubeless tires |
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Load Index/Speed Rating |
For example 91. Refer to
→ Anchor |
For example H. Refer to
→ Anchor |
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Specified Direction of Travel of Tire/Assembly Tool |
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Maximum Permissible Load |
Specifications for North America only |
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Maximum Permissible Tire Pressure |
Specifications for North America only |
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Number of Ply Layers in the Center of the Tread and in the Sidewalls
and Information About the Material |
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ER Number = Approval Number |
The tires fulfill all European guidelines. |
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Manufacturing Code/Date of Manufacture |
Identification number for manufacturer's factory, tire size and tire
model |
Tire age/date of manufacture. Refer to
→ Chapter „Tires, Aging“ |
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DOT - Department of Transportation |
Tire meets the guidelines of the American traffic authorities |
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Designation for Brazil, INMETRO |
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Identification for China, CCC |
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Country of Manufacture |
For example: Made in Germany |
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Safety Notes for Use or Fitting of Tires |
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Tread Wear Index - Resistance to Abrasion |
based on a US standard test |
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Traction Rating - Evaluation of Wet Braking Ability A, B or C |
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Temperature Resistance Index A, B or C |
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Identifying Run-Flat Tires |
For example, Self Supporting Runflat |
Identifying run-flat tires. Refer to
→ Chapter „Run-Flat Tire, Structure and Identification, SST Tire“ |
For example, ContiPremiumContact |
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.
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Other materials:
Stowing items of luggage
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Always stow all items of luggage in the vehicle securely.
Distribute items in the vehicle, on the roof and on the trailer as evenly
as possible.
Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment as po ...
Washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsFollow the instructions provided by the manufacturer when
cleaning your vehicle using a high-pressure cleaner. This applies in particular
to the pressure and the spraying distance .
Maintain sufficient distance to soft m ...
Positive and earth jump lead connection points
Fig. 190 In the engine
compartment: jump lead connection point, positive ⊕
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
The positive jump lead connection point is in the engine compartment. In
order to establish a suitable earth connection, screw towing eye into ...
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