Fig. 148 In luggage compartment: variant A: handwheel for securing spare wheel and variant B: handwheel for securing temporary spare wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsRemoving the spare wheel
Storing the removed wheel
If the spare wheel tyre is not the same as the tyres that are mounted on the vehicle
If the spare wheel is not the same as those mounted on the vehicle – for example if winter tyres or the temporary spare wheel are fitted – only use the spare wheel for a short period of time and drive with extra care .
Refit the normal, functional road wheel as soon as possible.
Follow these driving guidelines:
The tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel should be checked together with the normal tyres, at least once a month. The spare wheel should have the highest pressure allowed for the vehicle . The tyre pressure for the temporary spare wheel can be found on the sticker on the temporary spare wheel.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, to collisions or other accidents and cause serious injuries.If possible, stow the spare wheel, temporary spare wheel or the removed wheel safely in the luggage compartment. In vehicles with a breakdown set, the removed wheel cannot be secured.
Maintenance Test, Performing
WARNING
Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual
indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not
be used!
There is a risk of explosion during testing,
cha ...
Evacuating and Charging Valve, High Pressure Side
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1783 - 2-10Nm -VAG1783- with Torque Wrench
1783 - 1/4" Drive Ratchet -VAS6234-
WARNING
There is a dan ...
Condenser
Caution
Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing
additives can cause damage or malfunctions in the
system.
Only use tools and materials approved by the
manufactu ...