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Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: 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
To maintain the decorative appearance of light alloy wheels for a long time, regular care is necessary. In particular, road salt and dust from brake ...

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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. ...

Tires, Dismounting, Wheels without and with Tire Pressure Monitoring System
If equipped check the tire pressure monitoring sensor with the vehicle diagnostic tester and if necessary replace.   Note When cleaning disc wheel (rim), the tire pressure monitoring sensor (if equipped) must not come into c ...

Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for filling a tyre : If you get 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 and parking B ...

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