Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: 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 disc wheel: | 6 J x 15 6 - Rim width in inches J - Shape of rim flange 15 - Rim diameter in inches |
| Offset (mm): | 43 |
| Indication for hump on bead seat: | EH2 Extended Hump 1) |
| 1) Raised round hump on both bead seats. These ensure that when using a tire with emergency mode properties in airless condition, the tire does not slip from the bead seat. Wheels with EH2 are only necessary if tires with emergency mode properties are mounted. Refer to → Chapter „Run-Flat Tire, General Information“.! |
Overview - Rim
1 -
Rim Flange
Stop for the side tire bead
2 -
Hump (H2) on Both Bead Seats
Prevents the tire from slipping off ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Wheel, Balancing on Stationary Balancing Machine
Before beginning balancing, the following requirements must
be fulfilled.
The tire pressure must be OK.
The tire profile must not be worn on one side. The tire
profile must be at least 4 mm.
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Checking
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Turn off the ignition.
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Connect pressure gauge battery (A/C service station).
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Take pressure gauge readings. There are two possible results
A and B.
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Tires, Dismounting, Run-Flat Tires and Ultra High Performance Tires
Only trained personnel can perform the assembly work on
run-flat tires and ultra high performance tires.
If equipped check the tire pressure monitoring sensor with
the vehicle diagnostic tester and if necessary replace.
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