Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Inspecting Tires
Because tire damage can have serious consequences, the
technician and the driver should regularly check the tires, as
it is the best form of early problem recognition. |
Pre-damaged tires cannot withstand driving situations like
high vehicle speed, long driving distance, sporty driving style
and similar situations. |
Damage can occur from various causes: |
Driving with low tire pressure |
Mistakes during tire mounting |
WARNING
As soon as a safety risk cannot be ruled out, the
tire must be replaced. |
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Pay special attention to the following criteria when
examining the tire: |
Surface erosion or marbling on the inner side (pressure was
too low or insufficient for the load) |
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detached rubber or loose cords |
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Exposed or deformed bead bundle |
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Damage to tire bead with visible cords |
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The most common causes of failure are small external damage,
a defective valve or a leaky rim due to corrosion or damage.
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Bundle broken during tire inflation.
Modern radial car tires are mounted only on safety rims.
These have a hu ...
Other materials:
Fuses in the vehicle
Fig. 172 Dash panel on the driver
side: fuse box cover
Fig. 173 In the front left of the
engine compartment: fuse box cover
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Fuses must always be replaced by a new fuse with the same amp rating (same
colour and marki ...
Washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsFollow the instructions provided by the manufacturer when
cleaning your vehicle using a high-pressure cleaner. This applies in particular
to the pressure and the spraying distance .
Maintain sufficient distance to soft m ...
Upgrade Kit For VAS1978 -VAS1978/50
The Upgrade Kit For VAS1978 -VAS1978/50- is required in
order to bring the “old”Wiring Harness Repair Set -VAS1978- up
to the new standard of the Wiring Harness Repair Set -VAS1978A-.
The upgrade kit contains four assembly- and ten release tools as
w ...
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