Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Light Alloy Wheels, Preparing
WARNING
| Do not repair damaged rims by heating, welding or
adding or removing material. |
| Do not repair damaged or deformed rims or rims with
cracked or deformed bolt holes. |
| Only prepare wheels with tested and specified
original paint materials. |
| No warranty claims can be made against the
manufacturer after preparing rims. |
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| Do not repair rims that have cracks forming on the edges.
Replace them immediately. |
| Cutting work, application of heat and welding applications
of any kind are not permitted. |
| Reshaping material is not permitted. |
| The true running and axial run-out deviations before
preparation must not exceed the manufacturing tolerance of 0.8
mm. |
| Only cast light alloy wheels may be primed. These wheels
have the material identification AlSi xx on the inside. |
| Forged wheels may only be painted. |
| Preparation is limited to the painted surfaces. |
| Wheels that have been worn smooth that only have a clear
coat may not be repaired. |
| Only surface damage on the visible side of the wheel may be
prepared. |
| Damage must not be more than 1 mm deep. |
| Up to 50 mm of the rim flange may be removed and filled. |
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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 ...
Removing
The wheel is removed.
Note
Hold the cap secure -1- with
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Other materials:
Locking or unlocking the driver door manually
Fig. 155 Door handle on driver
door with lock cylinder
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
If locked manually, all doors are locked. If unlocked manually, only the
driver door is unlocked. Observe information on the anti-theft alarm .
Fold the key bi ...
Crimping Pliers - .35-2.5mm -VAS1978/1A
The Crimping Pliers - .35-2.5mm -VAS1978/1A- or the Wiring
Harness Repair - Crimping Plier - Base Tool -VAS1978/1-2-
together with the Wiring Harness Repair - Crimping Head -
.35-2.5mm -VAS1978/1-1-, or the Wiring Harness Repair Set -
Crimping Head - 4-6 ...
Cleaning cloth seat covers, fabric trim and Alcantara® upholstery
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsCleaning upholstery on seat cushions with seat heating,
electrically adjustable seats, or seats containing airbag components
Airbag-related components and electrical connectors may be installed in the driver
seat, passeng ...
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