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:
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.
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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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