Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Snow chains
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Please heed legislation and also the permitted speed when driving your vehicle with snow chains.
In winter conditions, snow chains will not only improve acceleration, but also braking response.
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels. They may be fitted only to the following tyre and wheel combinations:
| Tyre size | Wheel |
|---|---|
| 175 / 70 R 14 | 5 J x 14 offset 35 |
| 185 / 60 R 15 | 6 J x 15 offset 38 |
| 185 / 60 R 15 | 6 J x 15 offset 40 |
| 195 / 55 R 15 | 6 J x 15 offset 40 |
| 195 / 50 R 16 | 6 J x 16 offset 40 |
Volkswagen recommends that you ask your Volkswagen dealership for information about appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size.
If possible, use snow chains with fine-pitch links which do not protrude more than 15 mm, including the tensioner.
Remove wheel centre covers and trim rings before fitting snow chains . For safety reasons cover caps must then be fitted over the wheel bolts. These are available from your Volkswagen dealership.
Temporary spare wheel
For technical reasons, snow chains must not be used on the temporary spare wheel .
If you have to use snow chains with the temporary spare wheel fitted, the temporary spare wheel should be fitted to the rear axle even when a front wheel is damaged. You can then use the wheel taken from the rear axle to replace the damaged front wheel. Please note the direction of rotation. Volkswagen recommends fitting the snow chains before mounting the wheel on the car.
WARNING
- Always use the correct snow chains.
- Follow the assembly instructions provided by the snow chain manufacturer.
- Never exceed the maximum speed permitted for the snow chains that are fitted.
NOTICE
- Remove the snow chains when driving on roads that are free of snow. The snow chains will otherwise impair handling, damage the tyres and wear out very quickly.
- Snow chains that are in direct contact with the wheel can scratch or damage it. Volkswagen recommends using non-scratch snow chains.
Snow chains are available in a range of sizes for a vehicle type.
Winter tyres
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsIn winter road conditions, winter tyres will considerably
improve the car's handling. The design of summer tyres (width, rubb ...
Other materials:
Wire Break with Single Repair Point
Repair point with single crimp connection
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Free up wire intended for repair (approximately 20 cm to
both sides of repair point).
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If required, remove wiring harness wrapping using a folding
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Fuses in the vehicle
Fig. 172 Dash panel on the driver
side: fuse box cover
Fig. 173 In the front left of the
engine compartment: fuse box cover
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Fuses must always be replaced by a new fuse with the same amp rating (same
colour and marki ...
New wheels and tyres
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsNew tyres
Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km with new tyres as the
tyres have to be run in. Tyres that have not been run in have reduced
grip and braking effect .
All four wheels must be fitted ...