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:
Engine oil specification
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsThe engine oil used must correspond exactly to specifications.
The correct engine oil is important for the function and service life of the
engine. A special high quality multigrade oil has been filled at the factory and
t ...
Service and disposal of belt tensioners
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Seat belts may become damaged during any work on the belt tensioners or while
removing or refitting any vehicle parts in conjunction with any other repair work.
This damage will not always be noticeable. The consequence m ...
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fig. 50 Inserting the seat belt latch
plate into the buckle
Fig. 51 Removing the latch plate from
the buckle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
If worn properly, seat belts hold the vehicle occupants in the correct sitting
position during an accident ...
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