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Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

 → Handling wheels and tyres
 → Rims
 → New wheels and tyres
 → Tyre pressure
 → Tread depth and wear indicators
 → Tyre damage
 → Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
 → Tyre lettering
 → Winter tyres
 → Snow chains

Volkswagen recommends that work on tyres and wheels is carried out by a qualified workshop. They are familiar with the procedure and have the necessary special tools and spare parts and the proper facilities for disposing of the old tyres. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.

Additional information and warnings:

WARNING

New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle control and braking power.

For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from other vehicles. This can also apply to wheels of the same vehicle type. Refer to the vehicle documentation and ask a Volkswagen dealership if necessary.

Wheels and tyres
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Handling wheels and tyres
Fig. 145 Diagram showing how to swap wheels First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsThe tyres are the most used and most underestimated parts of a vehicle. Tyres ...

Other materials:

Test after driving for 10 minutes
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Reconnect the tyre filler hose and check the tyre pressure on the tyre pressure display ⑥. 1.3 bar (19 psi / 130 kPA) and lower: Do not drive on! The tyre cannot be sealed adequately with the breakdown set. ...

Commercial Names and Designations
Refrigerant R134a is currently available under the following trade names: H-FKW 134a SUVA 134a KLEA 134a   Note Different trade names may be us ...

Refrigerant Circuit, General Precautions
Follow the instructions for the workplace. They should be displayed in the workplace. Ensure absolute cleanliness when working. Wear work clothing, safety goggles and gloves when working with refrigerant and ...

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