Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Overview - Rim
| Stop for the side tire bead |
| 2 - |
Hump (H2) on Both Bead Seats |
| Prevents the tire from slipping off the bead seat when driving
around tight curves |
| An extended hump (EH2) is required when using run-flat tires. Refer
to
→ Chapter „Identification“ |
| Makes it easier to mount the tire |
| Distance between the tire contact surfaces on both rim flanges |
| Distance between the rim contact surfaces on the opposite tire
shoulders |
| Distance between the vertical wheel center and the inner wheel
contact surface |
| D - |
Pitch Circle Diameter |
| Circle diameter where the wheel bolt holes are located |
There are several specifications located on the rim. The following
examples shows the rim identification:
Replacement parts number:
6E0 601 027 A
Size of ...
Other materials:
Tire Sealant, Expiration Date
Tire sealant in the bottle has a limited storage life.
Therefore, the expiration date is indicated on the bottle
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Replace tire sealant when minimum shelf life date has been
...
Cleaning wheels
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsCleaning steel wheels
An industrial cleaner is needed to remove accumulated brake dust. Steel wheels
should therefore be cleaned regularly with a separate sponge.
Any damage to the paint on steel wheels should be touched u ...
Threaded Connections, Repairing
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm -VAG1331-
Note
Do not use rust remover, contact spray or grease because the
lack of friction will cause the torque to be ...
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Rim Information
Identification