Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Rims

Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual / Vehicle care and maintenance / Wheels and tyres / Rims

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the rims. If different rims are fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the right length and correctly shaped bolt heads must be used. This ensures that wheels are fitted securely and that the brake system works properly .

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.

The tyres and rims approved by Volkswagen are specifically matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and make a major contribution to good road holding and safe handling.

Wheel bolts

Wheel bolts must always be tightened with the correct tightening torque .

Rims with bolted-on rings

Rims with bolted-on rings consist of several components. These components are fastened using special bolts and special fastening technology. This ensures that the wheel functions properly, does not leak, remains safe and runs true. For this reason, damaged rims should be replaced. They may only be repaired by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose .

Rims with bolted-on trims

Rims may have removable trims that are attached to the rim with self-locking bolts. Damaged trims may only be repaired by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose .

Rims identification

In some countries, new rims are legally required to contain certain specifications on them. The following specifications may appear on the rims (varying from region to region):

Seal of conformity

Rim size

Name of manufacturer or brand name

Date manufactured (month/year)

Country of origin

Production number

Raw materials batch number

Product code

WARNING

The use of unsuitable or damaged rims can impair vehicle safety and cause accidents and serious injury.

Only use rims that have been approved for the vehicle.

Check the rims regularly for damage and replace as necessary.

WARNING

Incorrect loosening and tightening of the bolts on rims with bolted-on rings can cause accidents and serious injury.

Never remove the bolts on rims with bolted-on rings.

All work on rims with bolted-on rings must be carried out by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.

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