Wheels and tires for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

Wheels and tires  
Introduction  
Wheels are the parts of the vehicle that are under the most demand, yet are also the most underestimated. Wheels are very  
important because the narrow contact surfaces of the tires are the only contact that the vehicle has with the road.  
The tire and rim combinations approved by Volkswagen are specifically designed for each other.  
The service life of the tire depends on the tire pressure, the driving style, the way the tires are handled, and correct mounting  
of the tire.  
Rims, tires and wheel bolts  
Rims, tires, and wheel bolts are determined based on the vehicle model. Whenever another rim is installed, the wheel bolts to  
be used must have the correct length and bolt head shape. This ensures that the brakes can work correctly and that the  
vehicle drives smoothly and safely. For technical reasons, standard rims from other vehicles cannot be used. Under certain  
circumstances, this may even apply to rims for the same vehicle model. You must consult a suitably qualified professional to  
replace rim/tire combinations. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
The correct wheel bolts must always be used for each vehicle model, and these bolts must always be tightened to the correct  
torque ⇒ Monitoring the tightening torque.  
Declaration of conformity for wheels and tires  
Applies only to India: The tires fitted on the vehicle meet the requirements of BIS and the requirements of the Central Motor  
Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989.  
WARNING  
Incorrect handling of wheels can reduce driving safety and cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Regularly check the tire pressure when the tires are cold and always maintain the specified pressure ⇒ Checking  
the tire pressure. If the tire pressure is too low, the tire can heat up so much while driving that the tread separates  
or the tire ruptures.  
Check the tires regularly for damage and wear.  
Never exceed the maximum permissible speed and tire load specified for the tires fitted to your vehicle.  
For all four wheels, use only radial tires of the same design, size (rolling circumference), and tread pattern.  
While driving, if unusual vibrations can be heard or the vehicle pulls to one side, stop immediately and check the  
wheels and tires for damage.  
Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
Only perform work on the wheels if you have the necessary knowledge and tools.  
WARNING  
New tires or tires that are old, worn, or damaged cannot provide the maximum vehicle control and braking effect.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Break in new tires because they have reduced traction and braking efficiency when they are new. Therefore drive  
carefully for the first 600 km (370 miles).  
Never drive with tires that are worn or damaged, e.g. punctured, cut, cracked, or bulging. If you are unsure whether  
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it is safe to continue driving, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
While driving, if unusual vibrations can be heard or the vehicle pulls to one side, stop immediately and check the  
wheels and tires for damage.  
Do not use any tires or rims if you do not know how they have been used in the past. Used tires and rims may be  
damaged in a way that may not even be visible.  
Only use tires that are more than six years old if absolutely necessary and drive with extreme caution if doing so,  
even if the tires have never been used.  
Have worn or damaged tires replaced immediately by suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends  
contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are not tightened enough to meet the specification, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could  
come loose while driving. Exceeding the tightening specification could damage the wheel bolts and threads.  
Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly or missing could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always tighten the wheel bolts to the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the  
wheel bolts with the lug wrench and then have the tightening torque checked as soon as possible by a suitably  
qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Never drive with missing or loose wheel bolts.  
Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub. Even when tightened to the specification, the  
wheel bolts could become loose while driving.  
Ensure the wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs are clean, easy to move and free of oil and grease.  
Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
WARNING  
Improper installation of the tires on the rim can result in damage to the rim and cause tires to suddenly lose air or go flat  
while driving.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always have tires installed on the rim by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
Taking care of wheels and tires  
Handling tires  
Preventing damage to the tires  
Always drive over curbs and other low obstacles slowly and at a right-angle so that both front wheels come into contact  
with the obstacle at the same time.  
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There is a high risk of damage to tires and rims, especially for low-profile tires, on poor road surfaces or when driving on  
unpaved roads or off-road.  
Check the tire pressure regularly.  
Check tires regularly for damage, e.g. punctures.  
Never exceed the load index and maximum speed of the tire ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
Have damaged or worn rims replaced immediately ⇒ Troubleshooting.  
Protect tires from coming into contact with corrosive materials such as grease, oil, gasoline, and brake fluid  
Replace missing dust caps on the valves immediately.  
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Remove any objects provided they have not punctured the inside of the tire ⇒ Troubleshooting.  
Observe all tire pressure monitoring system warnings ⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
WARNING  
Corrosive fluids and materials can cause visible and invisible damage to the tires, which can cause the tires to fail.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always keep chemicals, oils, grease, fuel, brake fluid, and other corrosive materials away from the tires.  
Storing tires  
Only store tires in a cool, dry location that is as dark as possible.  
Do not stand tires that are mounted on rims up vertically.  
Protect tires that are not mounted on rims from dirt with suitable covers and store them standing on the tread surface.  
Tires that are more than six years old  
Tires age due to physical and chemical processes that affect their function. Tires that have been stored and unused for long  
periods of time age more quickly than tires that are used continuously.  
Volkswagen recommends replacing tires that are more than six years old with new tires. This even applies to tires that may  
appear to be usable and whose tread depth is still greater than the minimum requirement ⇒  
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Winter and all season tires lose their characteristics to a large extent due to aging, regardless of the remaining tread depth.  
The age of the tire can be determined based on the production date ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
WARNING  
Old tires can suddenly lose air or rupture, particularly at high speeds.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Only use tires that are more than six years old if absolutely necessary and drive with extreme caution if doing so,  
even if the tires have never been used.  
New tires  
Drive particularly carefully during the first 600 km (370 mi) with new tires because they must be broken in. Tires that have  
not yet been broken in have reduced gripping abilities and braking efficiency ⇒  
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Only use tires with the same design and as close to the same construction, size (rolling circumference) and tread pattern  
as possible on all four wheels.  
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The tread depth of new tires may vary between tire models and manufacturers due to different design features and tread  
designs.  
WARNING  
New tires must be broken in because they have reduced traction and braking efficiency when they are new.  
This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Break in new tires. Drive carefully for the first 600 km (370 miles).  
The size specifications for new tires may vary significantly from the actual tire dimensions for different tire brands.  
Replacing tires  
At the factory, the vehicle can be equipped with reduced rolling resistance tires. The specified fuel consumption values  
can only be achieved using these tires. When purchasing new tires, always make sure the tires are optimized for rolling  
resistance ⇒ Eco tips.  
Before buying new reduced rolling resistance tires, seek advice from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
At a minimum, replace both tires on a single axle.  
Only replace old tires with tires that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle model.  
Never use tires whose size exceeds the measurement of tires that are approved by Volkswagen ⇒  
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WARNING  
Wheels must have enough clearance from vehicle components. If there is not enough clearance, tires could rub against  
components of the suspension, the body, and the brake lines.  
This may cause the brake system to fail, the tread to separate, and the tire to rupture, resulting in serious accidents and  
fatal injuries.  
Only use tires with dimensions that do not exceed the dimensions of the tire brands approved by Volkswagen and  
that do not rub against other components of the vehicle.  
Vehicles with tire pressure monitoring system  
When replacing the factory-installed wheels, make sure the new wheels are equipped with sensors that are compatible  
with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ Function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
You must drive for a little while at a speed above approximately 25 km/h (approximately 15 mph) for the new wheels to b  
detected.  
When replacing or reinstalling the sensors, Volkswagen recommends always using a new valve set and seal set.  
Additional information about the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ Function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
WARNING  
Improper replacement or modification of the sensors of the tire pressure monitoring system can introduce leaks in the  
valves, causing the tire to lose air.  
If the tire pressure is too low, the tire can heat up so much while driving that the tread separates or the tire ruptures, which  
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in turn can lead to serious accidents and/or serious injuries.  
Always use a new valve and seal kit when replacing or modifying the sensors.  
WARNING  
Dirt can damage the valves and introduce leaks, causing the tire to lose air.  
If the tire pressure is too low, the tire can heat up so much while driving that the tread separates or the tire ruptures, which  
in turn can lead to serious accidents and/or fatal injuries.  
Never drive without caps on the valves.  
NOTICE  
Driving over potholes and curbs can cause the tires to become deformed.  
Damage to the tires and rims can result.  
Avoid strong impacts and drive around obstacles where possible.  
NOTICE  
The valves can be damaged when replacing wheels.  
Do not let wheels that you have removed fall on the rim.  
Always dispose of old tires correctly and according to regulations.  
When replacing or modifying the sensors of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, a new valve set and seal set must  
always be used. Otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may indicate there is a malfunction ⇒ Troubleshooting the  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular vehicle wheels, e.g. in the case of winter tires or a compact spare wheel,  
only use the spare wheel temporarily in the event of a breakdown, and drive especially carefully. Replace the compact spare  
wheel with a regular wheel as soon as possible.  
Using tires approved by Volkswagen ensures that the dimensions will fit correctly on your vehicle. If other tires are used,  
the seller must provide a certificate from the tire manufacturer stating that the tires are suitable for the vehicle. Keep the  
certificate stored safely in the vehicle.  
Handling rims  
Preventing damage to the rims  
Missing hubcaps can cause damage to the rims and wheel bolts.  
Always install missing hubcaps before driving.  
Always drive over curbs and other low obstacles slowly and at a right-angle so that both front wheels come into contact  
with the obstacle at the same time.  
Replace missing dust caps on the valves immediately.  
Check the tire pressure regularly.  
Rims with bolted rim ring or accent elements  
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Rims with a bolted rim ring or accent element consist of multiple pieces. These pieces are connected together with special  
bolts. Damaged rims must be replaced and may only be repaired by suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen  
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Rim identification  
In some countries, new rims must include information about certain properties. The following information may be on the rim:  
Seal of conformity  
Rim size  
Manufacturer or brand name  
Production date (month/year)  
Country of origin  
Serial number  
Raw material batch number  
Commodity code  
WARNING  
Using unsuitable or damaged rims can impair driving safety and cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Only use rims permitted for the vehicle.  
Check the rims regularly for damage and replace them if necessary.  
WARNING  
Loosening and tightening bolts incorrectly on rims with bolted rim rings can cause severe accidents and death.  
Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
Have all procedures on rims with bolted rim rings performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Maintaining wheels and tires  
Checking the tire pressure  
Incorrect tire pressures negatively affect vehicle handling and can cause increased tire wear or even a flat tire ⇒  
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all, the correct tire pressure is especially important when driving at high speeds.  
Check the tire pressure at least once a month.  
Check the tire inflation pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel at least once a month.  
Check the tire pressure only when tires are cold. The specified tire pressure only applies to a cold tire. The tire pressure  
on warm tires is higher than on cold tires. Therefore, never release air from a warm tire to adjust the tire pressure.  
Always adjust the tire pressures to the vehicle load ⇒  
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After adjusting tire pressures, always screw the caps on the valves and note the information about the tire pressure  
monitoring system.  
Always use the tire pressures specified on the label. Never exceed the maximum tire pressure specified on the side of th  
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tire.  
If the size of the tires installed at the factory differs from the details on the identification label or on the tire pressure label,  
the correct tire pressure must be determined.  
Fig. 179 On the driver door pillar: Tire inflation pressure label.  
The tire inflation pressure label indicates the correct tire inflation pressure for approved tires and is located on the driver door  
pillar fig. 179. The factory-installed tires can be winter, summer or all-season tires.  
An incorrect tire pressure can cause increased tire wear, negatively affect driving behavior and damage tires. Compliance with  
the correct tire pressure is very important, particularly when driving at high speeds.  
The specified tire pressure is given for a cold tire. For warm tires, the pressure is higher.  
Never reduce the pressure of a warm tire in order to reach the specified value. This will cause the actual pressure when the  
tire is cold to be too low.  
WARNING  
A tire pressure that is too low can result in a sudden loss of air, separation of the tire tread or bursting of the tire while  
driving. An incorrect tire pressure shortens the service life of the tire and negatively affects driving behavior.  
An incorrect tire pressure can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Check the tire pressures regularly, at least once a month and also before driving long distances.  
Always adjust the tire pressure according to your load.  
Never reduce the tire pressure when tires are warm.  
WARNING  
Excessive speeds and vehicle overloading can cause overheating, sudden tire damage (including tire blow-outs) and  
separation of the tread.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load for the tires fitted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
Never exceed the maximum permitted speed for the tires fitted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
NOTICE  
Careless handling of the tire pressure gage may damage the valve.  
When positioning the tire pressure gauge, make sure it is not tilted at the valve stem.  
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Tire pressures that are too low increase fuel consumption.  
Tire inflation pressure for cold tires  
Tire pressure  
Size designation  
psi/kPa  
245/60 R 18  
255/60 R 18  
36 / 250  
36 / 250  
36 / 250  
36 / 250  
60 / 420  
255/50 R 20  
265/45 R 21  
T165/80 R 17 (spare wheel)  
Details of the correct tire pressure are located on the tire pressure label on the driver's door pillar. If the details on the tire  
pressure label differ from the details in the Manual, the details on the tire pressure label apply.  
Monitoring the tightening torque  
The correct wheel bolts must always be used for each vehicle model, and these bolts must always be tightened to the correct  
torque. The wheel bolt tightening torque must be checked regularly with a functional torque wrench. In addition, the tightening  
torque must be checked immediately after each wheel change with a functional torque wrench. If the wheel bolts are not  
tightened enough to meet the specification, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could come loose while driving.  
Exceeding the tightening specification could damage the wheel bolts and threads.  
Wheel bolts that are corroded and difficult to turn must be replaced and the threads in the wheel hub must be cleaned before  
checking the tightening torque. Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub.  
Wheel bolt tightening specification  
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts is specified in the chapter on replacing wheels → page , Changing a wheel.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are not tightened enough to meet the specification, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could  
come loose while driving. Exceeding the tightening specification could damage the wheel bolts and threads.  
Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly or missing could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always tighten the wheel bolts to the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the  
wheel bolts with the lug wrench and then have the tightening torque checked as soon as possible by an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Never drive with missing or loose wheel bolts.  
Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub. Even when tightened to the specification, the  
wheel bolts could become loose while driving.  
Ensure the wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs are clean, easy to move and free of oil and grease.  
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Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
Replacing tires  
Fig. 180 Diagram for rotating the wheels (general example).  
To ensure that the tires wear evenly, rotating the tires regularly according to the diagram is recommended fig. 180. This will  
allow the tires to have approximately the same length of service life.  
Volkswagen recommends having the wheel replacement carried out by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Monitoring the tread depth  
Tread depth  
Most driving situations require a tire tread that is as deep as possible. All tires, or at least tires on the same axle, must have an  
even tread depth ⇒  
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In most countries, the legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm (1/16 of an inch). This is measured in the tread grooves next to  
the wear indicators. Observe any legal regulations specific to the country where you are driving.  
Note the legal requirements in the applicable country for minimum tread depths on winter and all-season tires.  
Tire wear  
Tire wear depends on various factors:  
Driving style.  
Wheel balancing.  
Running gear alignment.  
An imbalance can occur while driving, which can be noticed by uneven steering. Tire imbalances also affect tire wear. In these  
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situations, have the wheels balanced again.  
Incorrect wheel alignment impairs driving safety and increases tire wear. If there is high degree of tire wear, have the wheel  
alignment checked by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends  
contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Tire Wear when Driving with a Sporty Driving Style  
Driving quickly around curves, rapid acceleration, and heavy braking increase tire wear.  
If you drive with a sporty driving style, check the tread depth every 5000 to 10,000 km (approx. 3107 to 6214 miles).  
Tread wear indicator in tires  
Fig. 181 In the tread grooves: wear indicator.  
The tread wear indicator is 1.6 mm (1/16 in) above the base of the tread fig. 181. Markings on the sides of the tire indicate th  
location of the tread wear indicator fig. 181.  
The tread wear indicator indicates if a tire is worn out. At the latest, the tire must be replaced if the tread depth is worn down to  
the tread wear indicator.  
When you check the tread depth, you must check the wear indicators of all tread grooves.  
WARNING  
Worn tires are a safety risk and make it difficult to control the vehicle well. They increase the braking distance and the risk  
of skidding.  
Worn tires have significantly less grip. Particularly on wet roads, the vehicle is more likely to “hydroplane”.  
Worn tires could cause loss of vehicle control, serious accidents and death.  
Replace tires with new tires when the tires are worn down to the tread wear indicator.  
Wheels and tires in snow and ice  
Winter tires  
Summer tires offer very little holding force on icy or snowy roads. Winter or all-season tires improve vehicle handling and  
braking performance in winter road conditions. Volkswagen recommends using winter tires on the vehicle at temperatures  
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below +7 °C (+45 °F) or in winter road conditions. This also applies to vehicles with all-wheel drive (4MOTION).  
The effectiveness of winter tires or all-season tires is greatly reduced when the tire tread is worn down to a depth of 4 mm  
(approx. 5/32 in).  
The following applies when using winter tires:  
Follow all applicable laws in the country of operation.  
Use winter tires on all four wheels at the same time.  
Only use in winter road conditions.  
Only use the tire sizes permitted for the vehicle.  
Only use winter tires that have the same belt construction, size, and tread pattern ⇒ Handling tires.  
Follow the speed restriction based on the speed rating.  
Speed restriction  
Winter tires have a speed restriction based on their speed rating ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
A speed warning can be set in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment System under the Tires menu.  
On V winter tires, the speed restriction and required tire pressure depend on the engine. Always ask an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility about the permitted speed and required tire pressure.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
WARNING  
In winter road conditions, do not let the improved driving characteristics of winter tires tempt you to take safety risks, as  
otherwise you may lose control of the vehicle, resulting in serious injuries.  
Adapt your speed and driving style to the visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
When temperatures are above +7 °C (+45 °F), summer tires provide better vehicle handling. There is less road noise, the  
tires wear more slowly, and economy is better.  
Winter tires fitted to vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system must have sensors that are compatible with the tire  
pressure monitoring system to ensure that the system functions correctly ⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring  
System. If the dimensions of the winter tires do not match the dimensions of the summer tires and require a different cold tire  
pressure, you will need to adapt the tire pressures for the tire pressure monitoring system ⇒ Function of the Tire Pressure  
Monitoring System.  
The speed limit and tire load of winter tires may differ from those of summer tires.  
You can contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for permitted winter tire  
sizes. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Snow chains  
Note the legal requirements and the permitted maximum speed when driving with snow chains.  
Snow chains improve driving and braking handling when on roads covered with ice or snow.  
Snow chains may only be mounted on the front wheels and only on the following tire/rim combinations:  
Tire size  
Rim  
245/65 R 17  
7 1/2 J x 17 ET 31  
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If possible, use fine-mesh snow chains that include a chain lock no larger than 13.5 mm (approx. 17/32 in).  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for more  
information about wheel, tire, and snow chain sizes. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer o  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Snow chains may only be used on tire/rim combinations that are approved for snow chain operation.  
If using snow chains, remove the wheel covers and rim accent rings before mounting the snow chains. However, the wheel  
bolts must be covered with caps for safety reasons. Caps can be obtained from a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen  
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Using snow chains on the compact spare tire or collapsible spare tire  
Using snow chains on the compact spare tire or collapsible spare tire is not permitted for technical reasons.  
1. If a front tire is flat, mount the compact spare tire or collapsible spare tire on the rear axle.  
2. Replace the damaged front wheel with the removed rear wheel. Pay attention to the running direction when doing this.  
Volkswagen recommends attaching the snow chains before mounting the wheel.  
WARNING  
Using unsuitable snow chains or installing snow chains incorrectly can cause serious accidents and death.  
Always use the correct snow chains.  
Only use snow chains on the tire/rim combinations approved by Volkswagen.  
Follow the installation instructions provided by the snow chain manufacturer.  
Never drive faster than intended according to the specifications of the snow chain manufacturer or permitted by law  
when snow chains are mounted.  
NOTICE  
If snow chains are used on routes that are not snowy, they will impair the driving characteristics, damage the tires, and be  
quickly destroyed.  
Remove snow chains when driving on roads without snow.  
NOTICE  
Snow chains that come into contact with the rim directly can scratch or damage the rim.  
To prevent damage, use snow chains with integrated rim protection.  
Troubleshooting  
Damage to tires and rims can often occur where it is not visible ⇒  
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If you suspect that a wheel is damaged, slow down and stop as soon as traffic allows and it is safe to do so.  
Vehicle pulls to one side or unusual vibrations  
The vehicle pulls to the left or right when driving, or there are unusual vibrations. This could indicate tire damage or too low a  
tire inflation pressure.  
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Check the tires!  
Slow down immediately and stop the vehicle as soon as the traffic situation allows and it is safe to do so.  
1. Check the tires and rims for damage.  
2. Do not continue driving if there is tire damage.  
3. Replace the damaged wheel ⇒  
Introduction. If necessary, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
4. If no exterior damage is visible, drive slowly and carefully to the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility to have the vehicle checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen  
dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Foreign object stuck in the tire  
A foreign object is stuck in the tire or between the tread segments.  
1. If an object has punctured through to the inside of a tire, leave the object in place. Objects stuck between the tire tread  
segments can be removed.  
2. Replace the damaged wheel ⇒  
Introduction. If necessary, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
3. Check and adjust the tire pressure.  
4. Contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Tires lose traction  
The vehicle loses traction when driving along curved stretches, and swerves. The braking distance is longer and the anti-slip  
regulation (ASR) and the anti-lock brake system (ABS) take control earlier.  
The tire may be too worn down to guarantee sufficient traction ⇒ Monitoring the tread depth.  
1. Go slowly and carefully to the nearest suitably qualified professional to have the vehicle checked. Volkswagen  
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Wheel bolts can only be undone with difficulty  
Wheel bolts can corrode over time. This means that the wheel bolts can only be undone with difficulty.  
1. Contact professional assistance, or drive slowly and carefully to the nearest qualified professional to have the vehicle  
checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
WARNING  
Unusual vibrations or the vehicle pulling to one side while driving may indicate tire damage.  
Tire damage could cause loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.  
Slow down immediately and stop the vehicle as soon as the traffic situation allows and it is safe to do so.  
Check tires and rims for damage such as punctures, cuts, tears, and bulges.  
Never continue driving with damaged tires or rims. Instead, seek professional assistance.  
If no exterior damage is visible, drive slowly and carefully to the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the vehicle checked. Volkswagen recommends contacting an  
authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
Function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
The tire pressure monitoring system  
warns the driver if tire pressures are  
too low.  
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in the four tires while driving using pressure sensors  
installed on the tires.  
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure  
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a  
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire  
inflation pressure for those tires).  
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a  
low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure  
telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving  
on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel  
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability.  
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correc  
tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.  
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly  
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the  
telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon  
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.  
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.  
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on  
the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one  
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to  
continue to function properly.  
Tire pressure display in the instrument cluster  
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Fig. 182 Indicator in the instrument cluster display or Infotainment system: current tire pressures (general example).  
Specified pressure in psi.  
Actual pressure in psi.  
Loss of pressure in the left front tire.  
System malfunction in the right rear tire.  
1. Open the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.  
Or: open the Vehicle status menu in the instrument cluster display.  
The vehicle is shown with the actual and specified pressures for all tires fig. 182.  
When the ignition is switched on, the display initially shows the tire pressures that were last read by the system. When you  
begin driving, the display will update. If there is low tire pressure, the actual values and the affected tires will be marked in the  
display fig. 182.  
The sensors do not send any tire pressures when the tires are not moving. This helps to conserve the sensor batteries.  
If no tire pressures are sent, the last tire pressures received will be shown in grey.  
If a tire set that does not contain tire pressure sensors or whose tire pressure sensors are not compatible with the vehicle is  
installed, the  
indicator light will blink for about one minute and then stay on. The tire pressures will not be monitored. It is  
not possible to switch the system off.  
Follow the local applicable legal regulations regarding the tire pressure monitoring system.  
WARNING  
The tire pressure monitoring system is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system  
limitations. The tire pressure monitoring system cannot detect all driving situations and may not react, or may react with a  
delay, or may react in a way that is not desired. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.  
Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the tire pressure monitoring system. The driver is always  
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responsible for maintaining the correct tire pressures.  
Observe the system limitations⇒ Limitations of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
Regularly check the tire pressure when the tires are cold and always maintain the specified pressures as stated on  
the tire inflation pressure label for the tires fitted on the vehicle ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
Check the tires regularly for signs of wear or damage and replace worn or damaged tires immediately.  
Never exceed the maximum permissible speed and tire load specified for the tires fitted to your vehicle.  
WARNING  
If you drive with insufficient tire pressure, the tire could become so hot that the tread could separate, the tire could rupture,  
and you could lose control of the vehicle.  
Tire pressure that is too high or too low shortens the service life of the tire and affects driving behavior.  
Different tire pressures or low tire pressures can increase tire wear, decrease vehicle stability, increase braking distance,  
and result in tire damage, tire failure and loss of vehicle control.  
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always pay attention to the warnings given by the tire pressure monitoring system. If the  
warning light turns on,  
stop the vehicle immediately but safely with regard for other traffic and check all of the tires ⇒ Checking the tire  
pressure.  
The driver is responsible for maintaining the correct tire pressure. Regularly check the tire pressure when the tires  
are cold and always maintain the specified pressures as stated on the tire inflation pressure label for the tires fitted  
on the vehicle ⇒ Checking the tire pressure. The tire pressure monitoring system can only function correctly when  
all tires are inflated to the correct pressure when they are cold.  
If the tire is not “flat” and the tire does not need to be replaced immediately, drive slowly to the nearest authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the tire pressure checked and corrected  
⇒ Checking the tire pressure. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
WARNING  
Excessive speeds and vehicle overloading can cause overheating, sudden tire damage (including tire blow-outs) and  
separation of the tread.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load for the tires fitted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
Never exceed the maximum permitted speed for the tires fitted ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
Low tire pressure increases fuel consumption and tire wear.  
New tires may expand slightly the first time they are driven at high speeds, which can trigger a tire pressure warning.  
Only replace old tires with tires that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle model.  
Do not solely rely on the tire pressure monitoring system. Inspect the tires regularly to make sure the tire pressure is  
correct and check the tires for any signs of damage, such as punctures. Remove any objects stuck in the tire tread as long  
as they have not punctured the inside of the tire.  
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Limitations of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
Regular Maintenance  
The tire pressure monitoring system is not intended to replace regular inspection and maintenance of the tires. The driver is  
responsible for ensuring that the correct tire pressure is used at all times, even if the tire pressure monitoring system is not  
showing a warning that the tire pressure is too low.  
The tire pressure of all tires must be checked once a month when the tires are cold and must correspond to the vehicle  
manufacturer's specifications on the tire inflation pressure label.  
This also applies to the tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.  
The recommended tire pressure of the tire sizes approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type is indicated on the tire pressure  
label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
Transmission Malfunction  
Transmitters that operate in the same band as the tire pressure sensors can temporarily stop the system from working proper  
⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
Spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
The pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel in the vehicle trunk is not monitored. The wheels in the luggage  
compartment are in idle mode.  
NOTICE  
Handling the tire valves incorrectly can damage the pressure sensors and stop the tire pressure monitoring system from  
working properly.  
The pressure sensors are installed on special aluminum valves that are fixed in place. When filling and checking  
the tire pressure, do not bend the valves “into position”.  
The valves and sensors can be damaged if valve caps are missing. For this reason, always make sure all valve  
caps are fully tightened when driving.  
Do not use metal valve caps.  
Do not use “comfort valve caps”, because these do not form a seal and the sensors could be damaged.  
“Convenience valve caps” are valve caps that do not need to be unscrewed to inflate the tires.  
Adjusting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System settings  
Adapting tire pressures  
The tire pressure must be checked and adapted each time the vehicle load changes. The recommended tire pressure for the  
vehicle is on the tire inflation pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
The values read by the pressure gage when inflating the tires may differ from the values detected by the TPMS. The TPMS is  
more accurate!  
Selecting the Tire Size  
When changing to a tire in a different size, it may be necessary to adapt the specified pressure of the Tire Pressure Monitoring  
System to the new tires. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to do so.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
If tires in a size that was not intended at the factory are installed, the specified pressure for these tires can be set by suitably  
qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
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Service Facility.  
Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
Tire pressure low  
The yellow indicator light turns on.  
Message: Flat tire! The pressure of one or more tires is below 1.4 bar (20 psi/140 kPa) or there is a critical loss of tire  
pressure.  
1.  
Stop the vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so. Only turn the steering wheel slightly and slowly, and brake  
carefully.  
2. Check the tires for visible damage ⇒ Troubleshooting.  
3. If there is no visible damage on the tires, drive at reduced speed to the nearest gas station and check the tire pressure.  
Adjust it if necessary.  
4. If one of the tires is damaged, change the damaged wheel ⇒  
Introduction. If necessary, contact an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
The yellow indicator light turns on.  
Message: Tire pressures are too low. This warning indicates a critical loss of pressure in at least one tire.  
1. Drive on carefully and go to the nearest gas station immediately. Only turn the steering wheel slightly and slowly, and  
brake carefully.  
2. Check the pressure in all tires and adjust it if necessary ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
3. If the tires cannot maintain the tire pressure, get the tires replaced.  
Or: replace the damaged wheel with a spare wheel or compact spare wheel and contact an authorized Volkswagen deale  
or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility ⇒ Wheel change.  
Message: Please check the tire pressures. The warning indicates a minor loss of pressure in at least one tire.  
1. Avoid driving long distances and at high speeds when the message is displayed.  
2. Check the pressure in all tires and adjust it if necessary ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
Tire pressure monitoring system malfunction  
The yellow indicator light flashes for approximately one minute and then stays on.  
One or more tires with tire pressure monitoring sensors were installed but not detected.  
1. Drive for a few minutes until the indicator light turns off.  
One or more tires without tire pressure monitoring sensors were installed or a tire pressure monitoring sensor is  
malfunctioning.  
1. Install tires with functioning tire pressure monitoring sensors.  
There is a malfunction between a sensor and the system. Because of overlap among sensors that function in the same  
frequency range, the system function may be temporarily impaired.  
1. Switch off or avoid using sources of interference, such as mobile devices, remote controls, or children’s toys.  
There is a system malfunction.  
1. Switch the ignition off and back on again. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen  
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
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Wheel change  
Introduction  
Only change the wheel yourself if the vehicle is parked securely, you are familiar with the safety precautions and the  
necessary procedures and you have the necessary tools. Some vehicles are delivered from the factory without a vehicle jack  
and lug wrench. In such cases, have the wheel changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
If the vehicle is delivered ex works with a jack, this jack may only be used if one wheel on the vehicle has been damaged and  
needs to be replaced. If both tires on one side of the vehicle, or both tires on one axle, or all tires are damaged, do not use the  
jack delivered ex works. Instead, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
You must carry out the following steps to change a wheel.  
1. Prepare the vehicle for the wheel change ⇒ Preparing Your Vehicle.  
2. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
3. Take out the spare wheel ⇒ Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.  
4. Remove the wheel hub cover or wheel bolt caps ⇒ Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps.  
5. Loosen the wheel bolts ⇒ Loosening wheel bolts.  
6. Jack up the car ⇒ Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
7. Remove the damaged wheel and fit the spare wheel or compact spare wheel ⇒ Changing a wheel.  
WARNING  
It can be dangerous to change a wheel at the roadside.  
If the vehicle and work area are not secured properly, serious accidents and fatal injuries may occur.  
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.  
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
To reduce the risk of the vehicle moving unintentionally, park the vehicle properly at a safe distance from moving  
traffic ⇒ Parking.  
Set the electronic parking brake.  
Move all passengers, particularly children, to a safe distance away from the working area on the side facing away  
from moving traffic.  
Switch on the emergency flashers to warn other road users and set up the warning triangle.  
Only jack up the vehicle on level, firm ground. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.  
If you are on a slippery surface such as tile, place a non-slippery object such as a rubber mat on the ground to  
prevent the jack from slipping.  
Only use suitable and undamaged tools for wheel changes.  
After changing a wheel, immediately check the tightening torque of the wheel bolts with an undamaged torque  
wrench that is functioning correctly.  
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Preparing Your Vehicle  
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 ⇒  
:
1. Park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic. Observe all important information on parking when doing so  
⇒ Parking. The ground must be level and firm. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the vehicle jack.  
2. Switch on the emergency flashers ⇒ Center console.  
3. Have all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle on the side facing away from traffic and move to a safe area, such as behind a  
guard rail. Follow the local regulations regarding wearing a reflective vest.  
4. Set up the warning triangle to warn others on the road about the vehicle.  
5. Adjust the steering wheel so that the wheels are not pointing straight forward.  
6. Block the tire that is diagonal from the one you will be changing with a stone, chocks, or another suitable object.  
7. In trailer mode: Disconnect the trailer from the towing vehicle and park it ⇒ Trailer towing.  
8. If the luggage compartment is full: remove the contents from the luggage compartment.  
9. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
10. Remove the collapsible spare wheel, full-size spare wheel or compact spare wheel and the vehicle tool kit from the  
luggage compartment.  
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.  
Removing and installing the subwoofer  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
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Fig. 183 Under the luggage compartment floor: removing the subwoofer.  
Fig. 184 In the luggage compartment: leaning the subwoofer.  
Before you can remove the spare wheel, you must remove the subwoofer and lean it in the luggage compartment.  
Removing the subwoofer  
1. Open the trunk lid and hook the floor covering onto the upper edge of the luggage compartment.  
2. Unscrew the handwheel fig. 183  
counterclockwise.  
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3. Lift the subwoofer out carefully.  
4. Lift out the subwoofer and lean it against the side panel of the luggage compartment, ensuring that the subwoofer cannot  
tip or fall fig. 184.  
Installing the subwoofer  
1. Carefully place the subwoofer in the recess of the spare wheel cover. The arrow symbol with the word “FRONT” on the  
subwoofer must point forward fig. 183.  
2. Turn the handwheel fig. 183  
clockwise until the subwoofer is securely in place.  
3. Unhook the floor covering and fold it back into place on the luggage compartment floor.  
NOTICE  
Leaking liquids in the luggage compartment can damage the subwoofer.  
Immediately remove any spilled liquids, e.g. with a dry cloth.  
Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Fig. 185 Under the luggage compartment floor: wing nut to secure the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.  
Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
2. Lift up or remove the luggage compartment floor.  
3. If present, lift up and remove the carpet.  
4. Remove the vehicle tool kit with the container.  
5. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
6. Removing the spare wheel cover.  
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7. Unscrew the wing nut fig. 185  
8. Remove the lock washer fig. 185  
in the center of the spare wheel all the way counterclockwise.  
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9. Remove the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.  
Stowing the removed tire  
1. If the removed wheel fits in the spare wheel well: place the removed wheel with the front of the rim facing down into the  
spare wheel well so that the center hole on the rim is directly above the hole or the threaded pin.  
If the removed wheel does not fit in the spare wheel well, securely stow the wheel in the luggage compartment on the  
luggage compartment floor.  
2. Slide the lock washer fig. 185  
3. Turn the wing nut fig. 185  
4. Install the spare wheel cover.  
onto the threaded pin.  
clockwise onto the threaded pin until the replaced wheel is securely fastened.  
5. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment: install the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
6. Place the vehicle tool kit back in the container and stow it in the luggage compartment.  
7. Place the carpet (if there is one) in the luggage compartment.  
8. Reinsert the luggage compartment floor or fold back down.  
9. Close the trunk lid.  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular tires  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular wheels, then the spare wheel must only be used in the event of a vehicle  
breakdown and only for a short period of time ⇒  
.
Note the driver information:  
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
Avoid hard acceleration, heavy braking, and fast cornering.  
Do not use snow chains on the compact spare wheel ⇒ Snow chains.  
After installing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel, check the tire pressure as soon as possible ⇒ Checking the tir  
pressure.  
The tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel must be checked every time the tire pressure of the regular  
wheels is taken, or at least once a month. The tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel when the tires are col  
must correspond to the details on the tire inflation pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure.  
WARNING  
Incorrect handling of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel can result in loss of vehicle control, serious accidents or  
death.  
Never use the spare wheel or compact spare wheel if it is damaged or if it is worn down to the wear indicator.  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular wheels or you are using a compact spare wheel, never drive faster  
than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
Some vehicles may be equipped with a compact spare wheel instead of a spare wheel. The compact spare wheel  
can be identified by a label stating “80 km/h” or “50 mph”. This label indicates the permitted maximum speed at  
which the tire may be driven. Do not cover the sticker while the wheel is in use.  
Never drive more than 200 km (125 miles) with a temporary compact spare wheel fitted to the drive axle.  
Avoid hard acceleration, hard braking, and driving fast around curves.  
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Replace the compact spare wheel as soon as possible with a regular wheel. The spare wheel is only intended for  
short-term use.  
Always secure the compact spare wheel with the wheel bolts supplied by the factory.  
Never drive with more than one compact spare wheel.  
Never drive with more than one spare wheel that differs from the regular tires.  
After mounting the spare wheel or compact spare wheel, check the tire pressure as soon as possible ⇒ Checking  
the tire pressure.  
Do not use snow chains on the compact spare wheel.  
Never mount a compact spare wheel on the rear axle when in trailer mode ⇒ Trailer towing.  
Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Removing the Caps  
Fig. 186 Remove the caps from the wheel bolts.  
The caps are for protecting the wheel bolts and must be completely reattached after a wheel change.  
1. Take the extraction hook out of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Vehicle tool kit components.  
2. Insert the extraction hook into the opening in the cap.  
3. Remove the cap with extraction hook in the direction of the arrow fig. 186.  
Putting on Caps  
1. Push the cap all the way onto the wheel bolts.  
Loosening wheel bolts  
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Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Fig. 187 Loosening wheel bolts.  
Use a suitable lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts a few turns while the vehicle is not raised with the vehicle jack.  
1. Slide the lug wrench all the way onto the wheel bolt.  
2. Hold the end of the lug wrench and turn the wheel bolt about one turn counterclockwise ⇒  
.
If a wheel bolt cannot be loosened, carefully press on the end of the lug wrench using your foot. Hold onto the vehicle  
firmly while doing this and make sure you have secure footing.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are removed or loosened by more than one rotation before the vehicle is jacked up, the wheel could fall  
off and the vehicle might tip.  
This can result in serious injuries.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts about one turn while the vehicle is not lifted with the jack.  
Never place any part of your body, such as your arm, under the vehicle while you loosen the wheel bolts.  
Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Lift points  
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Fig. 188 On the side sill: markings for the jack lift points.  
The vehicle jack must only be positioned at the reinforced areas on the underbody that are located behind the markings on th  
vehicle body fig. 188. Always use the lift point that is nearest to the wheel you are changing ⇒  
.
Positioning the vehicle jack  
Fig. 189 Correct jack setup.  
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Fig. 190 On the left side of the vehicle at the rear: jack in position.  
Checklist  
For your own safety, follow the points below in the order they are given ⇒  
:
1. Position the hand crank in the mount on the jack.  
2. Find the jacking point fig. 188 under the vehicle that is closest to the wheel you will be changing.  
3. Crank the jack upward so that it is still positioned under the vehicle lift point.  
4. Make sure the entire base of the jack is seated securely on the ground and that the base of the jack is located exactly  
directly below the lift point fig. 189 and fig. 190.  
5. Straighten the jack and continue cranking the claw on the top of the jack upward until the claw is positioned on the jacking  
point under the vehicle fig. 190.  
6. Continue raising the vehicle jack until the wheel is lifted off the ground.  
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.  
WARNING  
Using the vehicle jack incorrectly can cause the vehicle to slip from the jack, resulting in serious injuries or death.  
Never raise the vehicle if more than one wheel is damaged.  
Never jack up the vehicle when the engine is running.  
Never start the engine if the vehicle is raised. Engine vibrations could cause the vehicle to fall off the jack.  
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Only place the vehicle jack at the lift points described. The bracket on the vehicle jack must firmly grip the sill  
fig. 190.  
Only use jacks that are approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle. Other vehicle jacks, including those approved for  
other Volkswagen models, could slip.  
Only jack up the vehicle on level, firm ground. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.  
If you are on a slippery surface such as tile, place a non-slippery object such as a rubber mat on the ground to  
prevent the jack from slipping.  
Never place any part of your body, such as your arm, under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack. If you  
must work underneath the vehicle, additionally support the vehicle securely with suitable stands.  
Changing a wheel  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Removing a wheel  
Fig. 191 Removing wheel bolts with the lug wrench.  
1. Follow the checklist ⇒ Preparing Your Vehicle.  
2. Loosen the wheel bolts and fit the mounting pin ⇒ Loosening wheel bolts.  
3. Raise the vehicle ⇒ Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
4. Remove loose wheel bolts completely using the lug wrench fig. 191 and place the bolts on a clean surface.  
5. Remove the wheel.  
Installing a spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
1. Note the running direction of the tire ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
2. Position the wheel.  
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3. Screw in four wheel bolts.  
4. Remove the mounting pin and screw in the remaining wheel bolts.  
5. Use the adapter to help if you have anti-theft wheel bolts.  
6. Lower the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
7. Tighten each wheel bolt securely clockwise with the lug wrench ⇒  
. Do not go in order around the wheel while doing  
this, but rather always switch to a wheel bolt on the opposite side.  
8. Fit the caps or hubcap⇒ Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps.  
After a wheel change  
1. Clean the vehicle tool kit and place it back in the foam piece in the luggage compartment.  
2. Stow the old wheel securely in the luggage compartment.  
3. Get the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible at the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
4. Get the damaged tires replaced as soon as possible.  
Wheel bolt tightening specification  
Tightening specification for wheel bolts in steel and aluminum alloy rims:  
120 Nm (88 ft-lbs).  
Wheel bolts that are corroded and difficult to turn must be replaced and the threads in the wheel hub must be cleaned before  
checking the tightening torque.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub.  
Check the tightening torque using a functioning torque wrench immediately after changing a wheel.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are not tightened enough to meet the specification, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could  
come loose while driving. Exceeding the tightening specification could damage the wheel bolts and threads.  
Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly or missing could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always tighten the wheel bolts to the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the  
wheel bolts with the lug wrench and then have the tightening torque checked as soon as possible by a suitably  
qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized  
Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Never drive with missing or loose wheel bolts.  
Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub. Even when tightened to the specification,  
they could become loose while driving.  
Ensure the wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs are clean, easy to move and free of oil and grease.  
Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
WARNING  
Incorrect wheel bolts can loosen while driving and cause loss of vehicle control, serious accidents, and fatal injuries.  
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Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never use different wheel bolts.  
Use only two-piece wheel bolts on vehicles with two-piece wheel bolts.  
The tire pressure monitoring system indicator light may indicate a system malfunction after a wheel is changed  
. If the  
spare wheel or compact spare wheel has been fitted, the engine indicator light may light up  
because the spare wheel or  
compact spare wheel has a different tire diameter to the original tires.Contact the nearest suitably qualified workshop if the  
engine indicator light remains on after changing to the original tires and after three consecutive journeys, or after 120 km  
(75 miles). Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
If the dimensions of the new tires do not match the dimensions of the tires that have been removed and require a different  
cold tire pressure, you will need to adapt the tire pressures for the tire pressure monitoring system ⇒ Function of the Tire  
Pressure Monitoring System.  
Tire characteristics  
Tire labeling and tire classifications  
Fig. 192 International tire labeling.  
fig. 192Tire labeling (example), meaning  
Product name  
Individual manufacturer tire designation.  
The tire conforms to the legal requirements of the  
Department of Transportation in the USA, which is  
responsible for tire safety standards.  
DOT  
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fig. 192Tire labeling (example), meaning  
Tire identification number (TIN – may only be on the inner  
side of the tire) and production date:  
Code for the factory that produced the  
tire and specifications from the tire  
manufacturer for the tire size and tire  
characteristics.  
JHCO CHWS 2213  
JHCO CHWS  
Production date: 22nd week in the year  
2013.  
2213  
Information for the end consumer about comparative values for specified base tires (standardized test procedures)  
⇒ Customer information:  
Relative service life expectancy for the tire, based on a US-  
specific standard test. A tire with the specification 280 will  
wear 2.8 times more slowly than a standard tire with a tread  
wear value of 100. The tire performance depends on the  
TREADWEAR 280  
usage conditions and may differ significantly from the  
standard values depending on the driving behavior,  
maintenance, different road conditions, and climate  
conditions.  
Wet braking capability of the tire ( AA, A, B or C). The wet  
braking capability is measured under controlled conditions  
on certified test courses. Tires marked with C have low  
TRACTION AA  
traction performance. The traction value assigned to tires is  
based on straight-line traction test and includes neither  
acceleration and cornering, nor hydroplaning and traction  
under maximum load.  
Temperature stability of the tire at high speeds on the test  
stand (A, B or C). Tires marked with A and B exceed the  
legal requirements. The temperature rating is based on the  
tires being inflated to the correct pressure and not  
overinflated. Excess speed, incorrect tire pressure, and  
overinflation either alone or in combination can cause heat  
to build up and cause tire damage.  
TEMPERATURE A  
88 H  
Load index and speed rating .  
Tire running direction code .  
Code on the outside of the tire .  
Rotation and arrow  
Or: Outside  
MAX INFLATION 350 KPA  
(51 psi/3.51 bar)  
US limit for the maximum inflation pressure.  
Code for tires that can be used in the winter (mud and snow  
tires) ⇒ Winter tires. Studded tires are marked with an ꢀ E  
after the ꢀS.  
M+S or M/S or  
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fig. 192Tire labeling (example), meaning  
Indicates the location of the tread wear indicator  
TWI  
⇒ Monitoring the tread depth.  
Brand name, logo  
Manufacturer.  
Made in Germany  
Country of manufacture.  
Country-specific code for China (China Compulsory  
Certification).  
Country-specific code for Brazil.  
023  
Identification according to international regulations with the  
number of the country that issued the approval. Approved  
tires in accordance with ECE regulations are marked with  
an E. Tires in accordance with EU regulations are marked  
with an e. The multi-digit approval number follows that.  
E4 e4 0200477-b  
RADIAL TUBELESS  
Tubeless radial tires.  
Size designation:  
P
Code for passenger vehicles.  
Tire width from one sidewall to the other  
in mm.  
195  
P 195 / 65 R 15 XL  
65  
R
Height and width ratio in %.  
Belt construction code for radial.  
Rim diameter in inches.  
15  
XL  
Reinforced tires (“Extra Load”).  
MAX LOAD 615 KG (1235 LBS)  
SIDEWALL 1 PLY RAYON  
TREAD 4 PLIES  
US load capacity for the maximum load per tire.  
Specification for the components of the tire body.  
1 layer rayon.  
Specification for the components of the running surface.  
In the example, there are the following 4 layers under the  
running surface: 1 rayon layer, 2 steel belts, and 1 nylon  
layer.  
1 RAYON + 2 STEEL + 1 NYLON  
The labeling is on both sides of the tire. In some cases, certain codes may only be on one side of the tire, such as the tire ID  
number and the production date.  
Other digits that may be present are part of the internal labeling from the tire manufacturer or country-specific labeling.  
Low-profile tires  
Compared to other tire-rim combinations, low-profile tires offer a wider tread surface and a larger rim diameter with shorter tire  
sidewalls. Low-profile tires improve handling performance and precision. However, they may reduce the level of comfort when  
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driving on roads in poor condition.  
Unidirectional tires  
The sidewalls on unidirectional tires are marked with arrows. The specified running direction must be followed. This ensures  
the optimum running characteristics.  
If a tire is mounted opposite from the specified running direction, drive more carefully because the tire is not being used the  
way it was designed to be used. The tire must be replaced or mounted in the correct running direction as soon as possible.  
Asymmetrical tires  
Asymmetrical tires factor in the behavior of the inner and outer areas of the tread pattern. The sidewalls on asymmetrical tires  
are marked as the inner and outer side. Maintain the correct position of the tire on the rim.  
Tire load  
The tire load index indicates the maximum load of an individual tires in kilograms.  
Some examples:  
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425 kg (936 lbs)  
462 kg (1018 lbs)  
487 kg (1073 lbs)  
515 kg (1135 lbs)  
545 kg (1201 lbs)  
560 kg (1234 lbs)  
615 kg (1355 lbs)  
630 kg (1388 lbs)  
650 kg (1433 lbs)  
690 kg (1521 lbs)  
730 kg (1609 lbs)  
775 kg (1708 lbs)  
800 kg (1763 lbs)  
825 kg (1818 lbs)  
850 kg (1873 lbs)  
875 kg (1929 lbs)  
900 kg (1984 lbs)  
81  
83  
85  
87  
88  
91  
92  
93  
95  
97  
99  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
Speed rating  
The speed rating indicates the maximum speed that may be driven with the tire.  
P
Q
R
max. 150 km/h (93 mph)  
max. 160 km/h (99 mph)  
max. 170 km/h (106 mph)  
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S
T
max. 180 km/h (112 mph)  
max. 190 km/h (118 mph)  
U
H
V
W
Y
Z
max. 200 km/h (125 mph)  
max. 210 km/h (130 mph)  
max. 240 km/h (149 mph)  
max. 270 km/h (168 mph)  
max. 300 km/h (186 mph)  
above 240 km/h (149 mph), depending on manufacturer also ZR  
2) The TIN is the tire serial number.  
UTQG tire classification  
Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread  
shoulder and maximum section width. Example:  
Treadwear (number)  
Traction AA, A, B or C  
Temperature A, B or C  
For example: Treadwear 200, Traction AA, Temperature A.  
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.  
Treadwear  
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a  
specified government test course.  
For example, a tire graded 150 (Treadwear-value 150) would wear one-and-one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government  
course as a tire graded 100.  
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from  
the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.  
Traction  
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet  
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire  
marked C may have poor traction performance.  
WARNING  
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include  
acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.  
Temperature  
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat, and its ability  
to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.  
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature  
can lead to sudden tire failure.  
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The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle  
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the  
minimum required by law.  
WARNING  
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,  
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.  
Tire load and vehicle load, determining the correct load  
Vehicles and tires have a limited load capacity. An overloaded vehicle is difficult to steer and brakes less effectively.  
Overloading your vehicle can also cause damage to the vehicle and tires, such as tire blowouts and sudden pressure losses.  
To ensure your safety and the safety of your passengers, never exceed the maximum vehicle weight. This is specified as the  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).  
The GVWR includes the weight of your vehicle including all additional equipment, a full fuel tank, all fluids and its maximum  
load. The maximum load includes the number of people that can travel in the vehicle (number of seats) with an average  
weight of 150 lbs (68 kg) per person, and also luggage. In trailer mode, the weight of the trailer and the trailer tongue weight  
rating must be included in calculations.  
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum axle load per axle. The GVWR and GAWR are listed on the safety  
certificate on the B-pillar on the driver's side.  
Your vehicle has either 4 (2 front, 2 rear), 5 (2 front, 3 rear), 6 (2 front, 2 center, 2 rear) or 7 (2 front, 3 center, 2 rear) seats,  
depending on the type of vehicle. Each seat has a safety belt. As there is an upper limit to the GVWR, the maximum load also  
has an upper limit. Traveling with a full vehicle or with passengers heavier than 150 lbs (68 kg) per person will reduce the  
remaining possible load.  
The tire inflation pressure label for your vehicle also specifies the maximum weight.  
Determining the correct tire load  
Never overload tires. The followingexample illustrates how to determinethe combined weight of all vehicleoccupants and  
luggage or othervehicle payloads. Never overload thevehicle!  
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:  
Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on  
1.  
your vehicle's placard.  
2.  
3.  
Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.  
Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.  
The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX”  
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo  
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)  
4.  
Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely  
exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.  
5.  
6.  
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual  
to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.  
Check the tire sidewall to determine the load index specified for thetire.  
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WARNING  
Exceeding the maximum vehicle weight can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and cause accidents resulting in  
severe and/or fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load or the maximum vehicle weight as per the GVWR.  
Glossary of tire and load terminology  
Accessory weight: The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic  
transmission, electro-mechanical power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent  
that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not).  
Aspect ratio: The ratio of sidewall height to tire width, expressed as a percentage. A number of 50 (0.5:1 or 50%) means that  
the cross-sectional height is 50% of the tread width. A shorter sidewall can improve steering response and provide better  
overall handling, for example, on dry pavement.  
Bead: The part of a tire made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords, with the shape and structure to ensure  
proper fit to the wheel rim.  
Bead separation: A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead.  
Carcass: The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when inflated, bears the load.  
Chunking: The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall.  
Cord: The strands of material forming the plies in the tire.  
Cord separation: The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds.  
Cracking: Any parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material.  
Cold tire inflation pressure: The tire pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for a tire of a specified size that  
has not been driven for more than a couple of miles (kilometers) at low speeds in the 3 hour period before the tire pressure is  
measured or adjusted.  
Curb weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant  
air conditioner, and additional weight of optional equipment.  
Extra load tire: A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard  
tire.  
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The load-carrying capacity of a single axle system, measured where the tire contacts  
the ground.  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum loaded weight of the vehicle.  
Groove: The space between 2 adjacent tread ribs.  
Load rating code: The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure. You may not find this  
information on all tires because it is not required by law.  
Maximum loaded vehicle weight: The total of:  
Curb weight.  
Accessory weight.  
Vehicle capacity weight.  
Production options weight.  
Maximum (permissible) inflation pressure: The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. Also called  
“maximum inflation pressure.”  
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Normal occupant weight: Means 150 lbs (68 kilograms) times the number of occupants seated in the vehicle up to the total  
seating capacity of your vehicle.  
Occupant distribution: The placement of passengers in a vehicle.  
Outer diameter: The diameter of a new, properly inflated tire.  
Overall width: Total width measured at the exterior sidewalls of an inflated tire, including the additional width of labeling,  
decorations, or protective bands or ribs.  
Passenger car tire: A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a  
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 pounds or less.  
Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords.  
Ply separation: A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies.  
Pneumatic tire: A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric, and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on  
an automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load.  
Production options weight: The combined weight of installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs (2.3 kg) more  
than the standard items they replace, and not previously considered as curb weight or accessory weight. These include, for  
example, heavy-duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy-duty battery, and special trim.  
Radial ply tires: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the  
centerline of the tread.  
Recommended inflation pressure: The tire pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for a tire of a specified size  
that has not been driven for more than a couple of miles (kilometers) at low speeds in the 3 hour period before the tire pressu  
is measured or adjusted.  
Reinforced tire: A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard  
tire.  
Rim: The outer edge of a wheel upon which the tire beads are seated.  
Rim diameter: The nominal diameter of the wheel's tire bead seating surface. If you change your wheel size, to wheels of a  
different diameter, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheels.  
Rim size: Designation means rim diameter and width.  
Rim type designation: The industry or manufacturer's designation for a rim by style or code.  
Rim width: The nominal distance between wheel rim flanges.  
Section width: The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to  
labeling decoration, or protective bands.  
Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the bead and the tread.  
Sidewall separation: The parting of the rubber compound from the cord material in the sidewall.  
Speed rating (letter code): A standardized letter code indicating the maximum speed at which a tire is designed to be driven  
for extended periods of time. The ratings range from 93 mph (150 km/h) “P” to 186 mph (300 km/h) “Y”. The speed rating lette  
code, where applicable, is molded on the tire sidewall. You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required  
by law.  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: A system that detects when at least one of a vehicle's tires is underinflated and  
illuminates a low tire-pressure warning light.  
Tread: The portion of a tire that normally touches the road.  
Tread rib: A tread section running circumferentially around a tire.  
Tread separation: Tire failure caused by the tread pulling away from the tire carcass.  
Tread wear indicators (TWI): Raised areas within the main tread grooves that show, visually, when tires are worn and near  
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the end of their useful life.  
Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): A tire information system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety  
Administration (NHTSA) that is designed to help buyers compare tires. UTQG is not a safety rating, nor is it a guarantee that a  
tire will last for a certain number of miles or perform a certain way. It gives tire buyers more information to compare with factor  
such as price, brand loyalty and dealer recommendations. Under UTQG, tires are graded by the tire manufacturers in 3 areas  
tread wear, traction and temperature resistance. UTQG information is molded into the tire sidewalls.  
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): A tire's serial number. It begins with the letters “DOT” (“Department of  
Transportation”) and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next 2 numbers or letters indicate the plant where  
the tire was manufactured. The last 4 numbers represent the week and year of manufacture. For example, the numbers  
1709 mean that the tire was produced in the 17th week of 2009. Any other numbers are marketing codes used by the tire  
manufacturer. This information is used to help identify affected consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.  
Vehicle capacity weight: The total rated cargo, luggage and passenger load. Passenger load is 150 lbs (68 kilograms) times  
the vehicle's total seating capacity (as listed on the label inside the driver door).  
Vehicle maximum load on the tire: The load on an individual tire that is determined by taking each axle's share of the  
maximum loaded vehicle weight (GAWR) and dividing by 2.  
Vehicle normal load on the tire: The load on an individual tire that is determined by taking each axle's share of the curb  
weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed according to the table below) and dividing by 2.  
Wheel size designation: Wheel rim diameter and width.  
Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities:  
Designated seating capacity, number  
of occupants  
Vehicle normal load, number of  
occupants  
Occupant distribution in a normally  
loaded vehicle  
2, 3, or 4  
5, 6, or 7  
2
3
2 in front  
2 in front, 1 in back  
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