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:

Wear Spots
A wear spot is a flat spot on the tread of the tires that can be caused by extreme braking maneuvers on subsurface such as asphalt. At the same time a tire during the braking maneuver is rubbed at selective points which ...

Run-Flat Tire (PAX), Lettering On Side Wall
In contrast to conventional tires, other designations are found on the tire flanks of PAX tires. In this way, these tires can be allocated clearly. PAX Tires, Designations 245 ...

Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
Fig. 148 In luggage compartment: variant A: handwheel for securing spare wheel and variant B: handwheel for securing temporary spare wheel First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsRemoving the spare wheel Open the tailgate then lift up and secure the variab ...