Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Tire Service Life, Influences

Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual / Whels, Tires, Whel Alignment / Tire Wear / Tire Service Life, Influences

The following factors influence the service life of a tire in varying degrees.

Driving style:

Speed

Brakes

Acceleration

Cornering

Service;

Tire Pressure

Area:

Paving

Exterior temperature/climate

Vehicle:

Weight

Dynamic toe and camber values

Tire Operating Conditions

Speed range

Wet or dry

Tire Construction:

Winter/summer

Changes to the Suspension:

If a “lowering-kit” and /or light alloy wheels from accessories which have not been approved by the vehicle manufacturer are used, wheel alignments which deviate from the alignment specified in design may occur during travel.

Even if the adjustment of the axle geometry measured on a standing vehicle is correct, changes in the body height and positions of the wheels during travel can lead to changes to the paths of travel of the wheel suspension.

For this reason, uneven wear is pre-programmed.

Tire Wear

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Heel and Toe Wear

Heel-and-toe wear is step-like wear of individual tread blocks, due to which an increased rolling noise can develop. The heel-and-toe wear is caused by the uneven dis ...

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Technical Requirements
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