Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Composite Wheels

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Whels, Tires, Whel Alignment / Rim Information / Composite Wheels

Composite wheels consist of various parts.

The primary components are rims and wheel discs. These components are fastened to each other with special screws and a special procedure. This ensures the wheel's function, proper seal, safety and true running. These important requirements cannot be guaranteed under shop conditions and using shop tools.

WARNING

Composite wheels must not be disassembled or repaired!

Identification

There are several specifications located on the rim. The following examples shows the rim identification: Replacement parts number: 6E0 601 027 A Size of ...

Light Alloy Wheels, Care and Maintenance

To maintain the decorative appearance of light alloy wheels for a long time, regular care is necessary. In particular, road salt and dust from brake ...

Other materials:

Valve, Removing and Installing, Rubber Valve
Make sure wheel rim is clean. – Using the Valve Fitting Tool Valve Fitting Tool -VAS6459--1-, insert a new tire valve. – Remove the valve insert. ...

Adhesive/Sealant
Definition: Adhesive/Sealant -D 511 500 A2-, gray Adhesive/Sealant -D 511 510 A2-, black Edition 04/2009 Product Description Adhesive/Sealant -D 511 50 ...

Fender Corrosion Repair Measures, in Wheel Housing Liner Contact Area
Note The corrosion protection in the fender seam must be applied on all replacement parts, on which the attached seal is not already present. The additional corrosion protection seal will prevent “chafe marks” in the fender wheel housing liner. ...