This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Handling wheels and tyres
→ Rims
→ New wheels and tyres
→ Tyre pressure
→ Tread depth and wear indicators
→ Tyre damage
→ Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
→ Tyre lettering
→ Winter tyres
→ Snow chains
Volkswagen recommends that work on tyres and wheels is carried out by a qualified workshop. They are familiar with the procedure and have the necessary special tools and spare parts and the proper facilities for disposing of the old tyres. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Additional information and warnings:
WARNING
New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle control and braking power.For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from other vehicles. This can also apply to wheels of the same vehicle type. Refer to the vehicle documentation and ask a Volkswagen dealership if necessary.
Refrigerant Circuit, Flushing
Note
For vehicles in which no adapters fit on to the refrigerant
pipes, for example, a blower pistol with rubber mouthpiece is to
be used to blow through individual components. Special care must
be taken not to damage the connections (crus ...
Antenna Wires, Repairing
Aerial Cable Repair Set -VAS6720
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Repair Set, Aerial Cable -VAS6720-
Checking the Antenna Wire. Refer to
Replacing the Tool Head. Refer to
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Cleaning seat belts
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsLarge particles of dirt on the automatic belt prevent
it from rolling back properly and thus from working effectively.
The seat belts must never be removed for cleaning purposes.
Remove dirt with a soft brush .
C ...