Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tire Service Life, Influences
| The following factors influence the service life of a tire
in varying degrees. |
| Exterior temperature/climate |
| Dynamic toe and camber values |
| Tire Operating Conditions |
| 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. |
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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:
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Preparations for changing a wheel
→ Wheel bolts
→ Lifting the vehicle with the jack
→ Changing a wheel
→ After changing a wheel
Some models are delivered without a factory-fitted jack or ...
Support Mode with Battery Charger -VAS5903
General Information
The support mode provides the vehicle electrical system with
voltage when the battery is removed or disconnected.
For more information. Refer to Battery Charger -VAS5903-
Operating Instructions.
...
Round Connector Systems
Note
If necessary, housing securing mechanisms (secondary locks)
must be released or removed using specified tool before
releasing the contacts. Refer to
→ Chapter „Secondary Lock“.
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Tire Wear
Heel and Toe Wear