Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tires with Emergency Running Characteristics, SST (Self-Supporting Tire)

Run-Flat Tire, Overview of a PAX Tire

PAX tires involve specially developed system that exhibits the following differences in comparison to conventional tires: Pax Tires with Supporting R ...

Run-Flat Tire, General Information

Run-flat tires have a reinforced sidewall in comparison to standard tires. This reduces the tendency for the sidewall to roll when there is a loss of pressure and pre ...

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Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Lit up Possible cause Solution There is a defective bulb in the vehicle's exterior lighting. Change the defective bulb. Several warning and indicat ...

Permitted Tread Depth - Variance
For all four wheels use only tires of the same construction type, and tread. Always use tires with the deepest tread depth on the front axle. Replacing one individual tire is always possible. The vehicl ...

Certificate of Conformity
The vehicle manufacturer must request an EU type approval for all passenger vehicles (vehicle class M1). A certificate of conformity is produced based on this type approval. This document confirms that the vehicle confor ...