Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: EU Tire Label, Goals
| The EU Tire Label Provides the End-User with Information
About the Tire's Most Important Properties. However, it Does Not
Provide All Critical Safety Criteria. |
| Explaining additional tire properties can exert a sustained
influence on the purchasing decision. |
| The customer should be made aware of the limited reliability
of the label regarding tire properties. For example, the label
says nothing about the winter properties on winter tires. |
| Tire tests remain important sources of information for
dealers and end-users. |
| The tires test check many other performance factors,
including the following: |
| Performance under winter conditions |
|
Starting on 11/1/2012, tire manufacturers must comply with the new
EU Regulation (EG) 1222/2009 (Tire Labeling Regulation).
The Tire Labeling Regulation requires that informati ...
Rolling Resistance. Refer to
→ Anchor
Wet Grip. Refer to
→ Anchor
Noise Emission. Refer to
& ...
Other materials:
A/C System Operation
The temperature in the passenger compartment depends on the
amount of heat radiated through the windows and conducted by the
metal parts of the body. In hot weather it is possible to
achieve a more comfortable temperature for the passengers by
pumping of ...
Driving with an open tailgate
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Driving with an open tailgate is particularly dangerous. Ensure that the open
tailgate and any objects are secured properly, and take appropriate measures to
reduce the quantity of toxic exhaust fumes entering the vehicle ...
Wheel Balancing, Rim Radial and Lateral Run-Out, Checking
Mount the rim on the Balancing Machine.
–
Use the Wheel Centering System Adapter -VAS5271-.
–
Preload the Tire Dial Gauge approximately 2 mm.
–
Turn the rim slowly.
...
© 2016-2026 Copyright www.vwpolo.net
EU Tire Label, Short Overview
EU Tire Label, Categories