Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tire Sealant, Removing

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Whels, Tires, Whel Alignment / Tires, Mounting / Tire Sealant, Removing

Place the wheel on a flat surface.

–	Remove the valve insert.

Caution

Tire sealant is harmful to health.

eye and skin irritation as well as allergies are possible.

Wear safety gloves.

Wear protective eyewear.

–	Using a drill or cutting bit, carefully drill a hole in the tire shoulder area.

–	Hold the wheel over a drip tray and let the sealant flow out.

–	Remove the tire from the rim.

–	Clean the rim.

Tire Sealant, Removing

Tires, Dismounting

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