Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tire Service Life, Influences
| The following factors influence the service life of a tire
in varying degrees. |
| Exterior temperature/climate |
| Dynamic toe and camber values |
| Tire Operating Conditions |
| Changes to the Suspension: |
| If a “lowering-kit” and /or light alloy wheels from
accessories which have not been approved by the vehicle
manufacturer are used, wheel alignments which deviate from the
alignment specified in design may occur during travel. |
| Even if the adjustment of the axle geometry measured on a
standing vehicle is correct, changes in the body height and
positions of the wheels during travel can lead to changes to the
paths of travel of the wheel suspension. |
| For this reason, uneven wear is pre-programmed. |
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Heel-and-toe wear is step-like wear of individual tread
blocks, due to which an increased rolling noise can develop. The
heel-and-toe wear is caused by the uneven dis ...
Other materials:
Front airbags
Fig. 56 Location and deployment zone of
the driver front airbag
Fig. 57 Location and deployment zone of
the front passenger front airbag
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
In conjunction with the seat belts, the front airbag system gives the front occu ...
Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given
order in preparation for changing the wheel :
In the event of a flat tyre, park
your vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of
traffic.
Apply the handbrake firmly Braking,
stopping an ...
EU Tire Label, Categories
Rolling Resistance. Refer to
→ Anchor
Wet Grip. Refer to
→ Anchor
Noise Emission. Refer to
→ Anchor
Rolling Resistance ...
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Tire Wear
Heel and Toe Wear