Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Changing a wheel

Fig. 170 Changing the wheel:
removing the wheel bolts with the screwdriver handle
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Removing the wheel
- Using the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle , unscrew the
loosened wheel bolts, remove and place on a clean surface.
Fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
Note any specific tyre running direction .
- Position the spare wheel / temporary spare wheel.
- Screw in all the other wheel bolts in a clockwise direction and use the
hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to tighten them gently.
- Use the adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts where appropriate.
- Lower the vehicle with the jack.
- Use the box spanner to tighten all the wheel bolts securely in a
clockwise direction . Do not tighten the bolts in clockwise or anticlockwise
sequence. Tighten them in diagonal sequence.
- Fit the centre cover caps or wheel covers .

WARNING
Incorrect torque or incorrect use of wheel bolts can lead to a loss of control
of the vehicle, cause accidents and serious injuries.
- Always keep all wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs clean and free
from oil and grease. The wheel bolts must be easy to turn and be tightened
to the specified torque.
- The hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle should only be used for
turning wheel bolts, not use for loosening or tightening them.
To ensure your own safety and that of your passengers, observe
the following actions in the specified order :
Find a firm and level surface
suitable for lifting the vehicle.
Stop the e ...
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Clean the tools as necessary and place them back in the toolbox in the
luggage compartment .
Stow the spare whee ...
Other materials:
Switching the TCS on and off
Fig. 116 In the centre console: button
for switching the TCS on and off manually
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The electronic stability control (ESC) only
functions when the engine is running. It consists of ABS, EDL and TCS.
When the engine is r ...
Windshield and Rear Window Washer System
The following hose connection types are used for connecting
hoses to pumps and spray nozzles or as separating points
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To loosen the connection, pulling both halves of the
coupling apart.
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Tire Sealant, Disposal
Tire sealant or residue from it must not be mixed with other
wastes/fluids
Accumulating fluid residue from tire sealant must be
collected and placed in a plastic container. The plastic
containers can be sent for recycling together ...
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