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Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tire Service Life, Influences

The following factors influence the service life of a tire in varying degrees.
Driving style:
Speed
Brakes
Acceleration
Cornering
Service;
Tire Pressure
Area:
Paving
Exterior temperature/climate
Vehicle:
Weight
Dynamic toe and camber values
Tire Operating Conditions
Speed range
Wet or dry
Tire Construction:
Winter/summer
Changes to the Suspension:
If a “lowering-kit” and /or light alloy wheels from accessories which have not been approved by the vehicle manufacturer are used, wheel alignments which deviate from the alignment specified in design may occur during travel.
Even if the adjustment of the axle geometry measured on a standing vehicle is correct, changes in the body height and positions of the wheels during travel can lead to changes to the paths of travel of the wheel suspension.
For this reason, uneven wear is pre-programmed.
   
Tire Wear
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Heel and Toe Wear
Heel-and-toe wear is step-like wear of individual tread blocks, due to which an increased rolling noise can develop. The heel-and-toe wear is caused by the uneven dis ...

Other materials:

Additional Information Sources
Technical Service Handbook outlining action to be taken to rectify current problems. For the repair manual for model-specific repair work. Refer to → Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; Rep. Gr.87. ...

Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required Suction Feed Spray Gun -VAG1538- Stone Chip Tester -VAS5102A- Paint Thickness Test -VAS5278- Paint Thickness T ...

Overview - Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor with Valve
1 -  Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor Supplied complete as a service part Removing and Installing. Refer to → Chapter „Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor with Valve, Removing and Installing“. When battery ...

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