Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Composite Wheels

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Whels, Tires, Whel Alignment / Rim Information / Composite Wheels

Composite wheels consist of various parts.

The primary components are rims and wheel discs. These components are fastened to each other with special screws and a special procedure. This ensures the wheel's function, proper seal, safety and true running. These important requirements cannot be guaranteed under shop conditions and using shop tools.

WARNING

Composite wheels must not be disassembled or repaired!

Identification

There are several specifications located on the rim. The following examples shows the rim identification: Replacement parts number: 6E0 601 027 A Size of ...

Light Alloy Wheels, Care and Maintenance

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Other materials:

Cross-Section of a Radial Ply Tire
1 - Tread Block 2 - Tread Groove 3 - Tread 4 - Nylon Ply 5 - Belt Layers Consists mostly of steel 6 - Bead Bundle ...

Wheel Balancing, Rim Radial and Lateral Run-Out, Checking
Mount the rim on the Balancing Machine. – Use the Wheel Centering System Adapter -VAS5271-. – Preload the Tire Dial Gauge approximately 2 mm. – Turn the rim slowly. ...

Two-Part Steel Filling Paste Set
Definition: Two-Part Steel Filling Paste Set -DA 787 300 A2- Edition 09/2012 Product Description This filling paste is made of polyester and a metal powder mixture and is use ...