Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, SST (Self-Supporting Tire)

Run-Flat Tire, Overview of a PAX Tire

PAX tires involve specially developed system that exhibits the following differences in comparison to conventional tires: Pax Tires with Supporting R ...

Run-Flat Tire, General Information

Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to roll when there is a loss of pressure and pre ...

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Description of the central locking system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The central locking system enables you to lock and unlock all the doors, the tailgate and tank flap from one central point: From outside the vehicle with the vehicle key . From inside the vehicle with the centra ...

Anti-theft alarm
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have an anti-theft alarm and a SAFELOCK mechanism . The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal it. The anti-theft alarm is ...

Tires and Rims, Matching
If necessary repair flat spots from standing. Refer to → Chapter „Flat Spots, Correcting“. –  Dismount the tire. Refer to → Chapter „Tires, Dismounting“. –  Turn the ...