Storing tyres
—Always store tyres in a cool, dry and dark place if possible.Do not store tyres mounted on the rim vertically.
—Any tyres not fitted on wheel rims should be kept in suitable sleeves to protect against dirt and should be stored
vertically (standing on the tread).
New tyres
—Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km(370 miles) with new tyres as the tyres have to berun in. Tyres that
have not been run in have reduced grip →
and braking effect→
.
—All four wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size, and the same tread pattern.
Replacing tyres
—Always replace tyres at least on an axle-by-axle basis.
—Old tyres should only be replaced by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles for the
vehicle type.
—Never use tyres with an effective size that is larger than Volkswagen-approved tyres.
Re-synchronising the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be resynchronised after changing one or more wheels. This also applies if the
wheels have been swapped, e.g. from the front to the rear (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).
Vehicles fitted with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
If you wish to replace factory-fitted wheels, make sure that the new wheels are equipped with sensors that are
compatible with the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).
— Drive the vehicle at a speed of over approx. 25 km/h(15 mph) for an extended period so that the new wheels can
be detected.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that a new valve set and set of seals be used every time the sensors
are replaced or modified.
Further information on the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).
WARNING
Corrosive liquids and other substances can cause visible and invisible damage to the tyres, which can cause the tyre
to burst.
● Always keep chemicals, oils, lubricants, fuel, brake fluid and other corrosive substances away from the tyres.
WARNING
Even if they have not been used, old tyres can suddenly lose pressure or burst, especially at high speeds, and thus
cause accidents and serious injuries.
● Avoid using tyres that are more than six years old. If you have no alternative, drive slowly and with extra care at
all times.
WARNING
New tyres will have to be run in as they will initially have reduced grip and braking effect.
● Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km(370 miles) in order to prevent accidents and serious injury.
WARNING
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