Switch on the emergency flashers to warn other road users.
Make sure the vehicle is on level and solid ground. If necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.
Only carry out the wheel change yourself if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Instead, seek assistance from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.
Only use suitable and undamaged tools for wheel changes.
Always switch off the engine and move the selector lever to the P position to reduce the risk of the vehicle moving unintentionally.
Set the electronic parking brake.
After changing a wheel, immediately check the tightening torque of the wheel bolts with an undamaged torque wrench that is functioning correctly.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, you must recalibrate the system immediately after a wheel is changed ⇒ Tire
Pressure Monitoring System.
Preparations for changing a wheel
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Checklist
Always perform the following steps in the specified order to prepare for a wheel change
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1. If the vehicle has a flat tire, park the vehicle a safe distance away from moving traffic on level and solid ground as soon as possible.
2. Set the electronic parking brake.
3. Automatic transmission: move the selector lever into the P position.
4. Stop the engine and switch the ignition off.
5. Remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.
6. Have all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle on the side facing away from traffic and move to a safe area.
7. Turn on the emergency flashers and set up the warning triangle ⇒ Securing yourself and the vehicle. Follow any applicable laws.
8. Block the tire that is diagonal from the one you will be changing with a stone, chocks, or another suitable object.
9. In trailer mode: Disconnect the trailer from the towing vehicle and park it ⇒ Trailer towing.
10. If the luggage compartment is full: remove the contents from the luggage compartment.
11. Where applicable, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Subwoofer.
12. Remove the collapsible spare wheel, full-size spare wheel or compact spare wheel and the vehicle tool kit from the luggage compartment.
13. Remove the wheel covers ⇒ Wheel covers.
WARNING
Failing to heed this checklist that is provided for your own safety can cause accidents and serious injuries.
Always follow the tasks in the checklist.
Observe the general safety precautions.
Wheel bolts
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Two-piece wheel bolts
Two-piece wheel bolts must be used. Two-piece wheel bolts have the bolt connected loosely to the head.
Do not use single piece wheel bolts. If you are not sure which wheel bolts to use for your vehicle, consult an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Loosening wheel bolts
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