Wheels and tyres for Your Volkswagen E Golf 4 Door Second Generation (2017-2020)

Wheels and tyres  
Tyre monitoring system  
Introduction to the topic  
The tyre monitoring system warns the driver when the tyre pressures are too low.  
The following tyre monitoring systems are available for this vehicle:  
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
—Monitoring of various parameters (for example rolling circumference) of all wheels using ABS  
sensors (indirect measurement).  
WARNING  
The intelligent tyre monitoring system technology cannot overcome the laws of physics, and  
functions only within the limits of the system. Incorrect handling of the wheels and tyres can  
lead to a sudden loss of pressure in the tyres, tread separation and even tyre blow-out.  
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Check tyre pressures regularly and always maintain the specified tyre pressure value (→ Tyre  
pressure, Introduction/General information). If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible that  
the tyre temperature will increase to such an extent that the tread peels off and the tyre  
bursts.  
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Always maintain the correct cold tyre pressure as specified on the sticker (→ Tyre pressure,  
Introduction/General information).  
Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold. If necessary, adjust the tyre  
pressure in the cold tyre to the recommended tyre pressure for the tyres installed on your  
vehicle (→ Tyre pressure, Introduction/General information).  
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Check your tyres regularly for signs of wear or damage.  
Never exceed the top speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.  
Under-inflated tyres will increase energy consumption and tyre wear.  
When new tyres are driven at high speeds for the first time, they can expand slightly and  
trigger a one-off pressure warning.  
Old tyres should only be replaced by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen for  
the vehicle type.  
Do not rely solely on the tyre monitoring system. Check your tyres regularly to ensure  
that they are properly inflated and have no signs of damage, such as punctures, cuts,  
cracks, and blisters. Remove any objects that become embedded in the tyre tread but  
have not penetrated into the body of the tyre itself.  
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
Functional description  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator uses data from the ABS sensors and other functions to check the  
speed of rotation and the rolling circumference of the individual wheels.  
The rolling circumference can change:  
—If the tyre pressure has been changed.  
—If the tyre pressure is too low.  
—If the tyre has structural damage.  
—If the vehicle is loaded more heavily on one side.  
—If snow chains have been fitted.  
—If one wheel per axle has been changed.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator may react with a delay or not display anything at all in the  
event of a sporty driving style, when driving on snow-covered or icy roads or unpaved roads or  
when driving with snow chains.  
Synchronising the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
—Switch on the ignition.  
—Press the  
button or function button, depending on version (→ Vehicle settings menu,  
Operation).  
—Open the Vehicle menu in the Infotainment system.  
—Depending on version, touch function button Settings .  
—Touch the Tyres function button.  
—Touch the SET function button.  
—When all four tyre pressures correspond to the required values, touch the Confirm function  
button.  
After an extended driving time with driving at different speeds, the system will automatically  
learn the new values and monitor them.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be re-synchronised under the following conditions:  
—If the tyre pressures have been changed.  
—If one or more wheels have been changed.  
—If the wheels are swapped over, e.g. from front to rear.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not work if there is a fault in the ESC or ABS (→  
Brake support systems, FAQ).  
After a warning about the tyre pressure being too low, switch the ignition off and then  
back on again. The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator can only then be re-synchronised.  
Troubleshooting for Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
Low tyre pressure  
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.  
There is a loss of pressure in one or more tyres or the tyre is structurally damaged.  
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Do not continue driving!  
—Check and adjust all tyre pressures (→ Tyre pressure, Introduction/General information).  
—Damaged tyres should be replaced.  
—Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
—If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.  
Fault in the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
The indicator lamp flashes for around 65 seconds and then remains lit up yellow continuously.  
There is a system fault.  
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Do not continue driving!  
—Switch the ignition off and then back on again.  
—Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
—If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.  
WARNING  
Differing tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can cause tyre damage, tyre failure,  
loss of vehicle control, accidents, serious injury and death.  
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If the indicator lamp lights up, stop the vehicle as soon as possible and check all the tyres  
(→ Tyre pressure, Introduction/General information).  
Different tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can increase wear on the tyres,  
reduce vehicle stability and increase the braking distance.  
Differing tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can cause sudden tyre failure and  
lead to a tyre bursting and the loss of control over the vehicle.  
The driver is responsible for the correct tyre pressure of all tyres on the vehicle. The  
recommended tyre pressure can be found on a sticker (→ Tyre pressure,  
Introduction/General information).  
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The tyre monitoring system cannot function correctly unless all cold tyres have the correct  
tyre pressure.  
The pressure in all tyres must always be appropriate to the vehicle load (→ Tyre pressure,  
Introduction/General information).  
Always inflate all tyres to the correct tyre pressure before every journey (→ Tyre pressure,  
Introduction/General information).  
If the vehicle is driven with insufficient tyre pressure, this results in greater tyre flexing. This  
could warm up the tyre to such an extent that the tread may separate and the tyre could  
burst. This could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.  
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High speeds and overloading of the vehicle may cause the tyres to heat up to such an extent  
that the tyre bursts, leading you to lose control of the vehicle.  
If the tyre pressure is too low or too high, the tyres will wear prematurely and the vehicle  
will not handle well.  
If the tyre is not “flat” and it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately, drive at low  
speed to the nearest qualified workshop and check and correct the tyre pressure (→ Tyre  
pressure, Introduction/General information).  
Driving on unpaved roads for long periods or a sporty driving style can temporarily  
deactivate the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator. In the event of a malfunction, the indicator  
lamp will flash for 65 seconds and then light up continuously. However, the indicator  
lamp will go out when the road conditions or driving style change.  
Useful information about wheels and tyres  
Introduction to the topic  
The tyres are the most heavily loaded and most underestimated parts of a vehicle. Tyres are very  
important as the narrow tyre surfaces are the only contact between the vehicle and the road.  
The service life of tyres is dependent on tyre pressure, driving style, handling and correct fitting.  
WARNING  
New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle  
control and braking efficiency.  
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Incorrect handling of wheels and tyres can reduce vehicle safety and cause accidents and  
serious injuries.  
All four wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference)  
and the same tread pattern.  
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 in order to prevent accidents and serious  
injury.  
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Check tyre pressures regularly when the tyres are cold, and always keep to the specified  
value. If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible that the tyre temperature will increase to  
such an extent when driving that the tread peels off and the tyre bursts.  
Never drive with worn tyres or tyres that are damaged (i.e. they have holes, cuts, cracks or  
blisters). Driving with tyres in this condition can result in burst tyres, accidents and serious  
injuries. Worn or damaged tyres must be replaced as soon as possible.  
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Never exceed the top speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.  
The effectiveness of the driver assist systems and brake support systems depends on the  
tyre grip.  
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If you notice unusual vibrations or if the vehicle pulls to one side when driving, stop the car  
immediately and check the wheels and tyres for damage.  
In order to reduce the risk of losing control of the vehicle, and the risk of accident and  
serious injury, never loosen the bolts on rims with bolted-on rim rings.  
Do not use wheels or tyres if you do not know their history. Used wheels and tyres could be  
damaged, even if the damage is not visible.  
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  
If the wheels are incorrectly fastened or if wheel bolts are missing, the wheels could come  
loose, leading to a loss of control of the vehicle, causing accidents and serious injuries.  
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Never drive if wheel bolts are missing or loose.  
Always use wheel bolts that match the wheel rims and the vehicle type.  
Always tighten the wheel bolts with the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a  
torque wrench available, tighten the wheel bolts with the wheel bolt wrench and have the  
torque checked without delay by the nearest qualified workshop.  
Handling wheels and tyres  
Fig. 1 Illustration: diagram showing how to swap wheels.  
The wheels and tyres approved by Volkswagen have been carefully selected.  
Rotating wheels  
Regularly rotating the wheels as shown in the illustration → Fig. 1 is recommended to help  
ensure that tyres wear evenly. All the tyres will then last for about the same time.  
Volkswagen recommends having the wheels changed by a qualified workshop.  
Avoiding damage to the wheel rims and tyres  
—Always drive over kerbs slowly and at a right angle.  
—Check the tyre pressure regularly.  
—Never exceed the maximum speed and load permitted for the tyres that are fitted (→ Tyre  
lettering and tyre type, Standards/Directives).  
—Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced immediately (→ Wheels and tyres, Limits/System  
limits).  
—Protect the tyres from contact with aggressive substances, including grease, oil, petrol and  
brake fluid →  
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—Replace missing dust caps on the valves immediately.  
Tyres that are more than six years old  
Tyres age through physical and chemical processes that can impair their function. Tyres that have  
been stored unused for an extended period of time age more quickly than tyres that are used all  
the time.  
Volkswagen recommends replacing tyres that are more than six years old with new tyres. This  
also applies to tyres which appear to still be in good condition and whose tread depth has not yet  
reached the minimum value stipulated by legislation →  
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Winter and all-year tyres also largely lose their effectiveness through ageing – regardless of the  
remaining tread depth.  
The age of each tyre can be determined on the basis of the manufacturing date (→ Tyre pressure,  
Introduction/General information).  
Storing tyres  
—Always store tyres in a cool, dry and preferably dark place. Do not store tyres mounted on the  
rim vertically.  
—Any tyres not fitted on 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  
be run in. Tyres that have not been run in have reduced grip →  
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and braking efficiency →  
—All four wheels must be fitted with tyres of the same type, size, and the same tread pattern.  
Replacing tyres  
—At the factory, the vehicle is fitted with low-rolling resistance tyres. The specified energy  
consumption and the specified range can be achieved only with these tyres. Make sure that  
any new tyres purchased have optimised rolling resistance (→ Driving economically,  
Introduction/General information).  
—Seek advice at a qualified workshop before purchasing new low rolling resistance tyres.  
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.  
—Always replace tyres at least on an axle-by-axle basis →  
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—Old tyres should only be replaced by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen 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 re-synchronised each time one or more wheels is  
changed. This also applies if the wheels have been swapped, e.g. from the front to the rear (→  
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
WARNING  
Corrosive liquids and other substances can cause visible and invisible damage to the tyres,  
which can cause the tyre to burst.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km (370 miles) in order to prevent accidents and  
serious injury.  
WARNING  
Wheels must have the necessary clearance. If the wheels do not have the necessary clearance,  
the tyre could rub on parts of the running gear, the vehicle body and the brake lines. This can  
lead to a fault in the brake system and to tread separation and thus to a tyre bursting.  
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The actual tyre size must not exceed the tyre dimensions of manufacturers approved by  
Volkswagen and must not rub on any vehicle body parts.  
NOTICE  
Avoid heavy impacts and drive round obstacles whenever possible. Tyres can be deformed in  
particular by potholes and kerb edges. This can cause damage to the tyres and wheel rims.  
NOTICE  
Do not damage the valves when fitting different tyres. Never drive without valve caps. This  
could cause damage to the valves.  
Old tyres should be disposed of properly and as required by legislation.  
Volkswagen-approved tyres are guaranteed to have the dimensions that are suitable for  
the vehicle. In the case of other tyres, the tyre seller must provide a certificate from the  
tyre manufacturer stating that the tyre is also suitable for the vehicle. This certificate  
must be stored in a safe place in the vehicle.  
Wheel rims and wheel bolts  
Wheel rims, tyres and wheel bolts are matched to the vehicle type. If different wheel rims are  
fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the correct length and correctly shaped bolt heads must be  
used.  
For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheel rims from other vehicles. This  
can also apply to wheel rims of the same vehicle type.  
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts must be checked regularly with a properly functioning  
torque wrench.  
Wheel bolts  
The correct wheel bolts must be used for all vehicle types; these bolts must always be tightened  
with the correct tightening torque (→ Wheel bolts, Fitting).  
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings or trim elements  
Rims with bolted-on rings or trim elements consist of several components. These components  
are joined together using special bolts. Damaged wheel rims must be replaced and must always  
be repaired only by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen  
dealership for this purpose →  
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Wheel rim identification  
In some countries, new wheel rims must contain information on certain properties. The following  
information may be provided on the wheel rim:  
—Seal of conformity.  
—Rim size.  
—Name of manufacturer or brand name.  
—Date manufactured (month/year).  
—Country of origin.  
—Production number.  
—Raw materials batch number.  
—Product code.  
WARNING  
The use of unsuitable or damaged wheel rims can impair vehicle safety and cause accidents and  
serious injury.  
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Only use wheel rims that have been approved for the vehicle.  
Replace wheel rims in the event of damage.  
WARNING  
Incorrect loosening and tightening of the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings can cause  
accidents and serious injury.  
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Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings.  
All work on wheel rims with bolted-on rings must be carried out by a qualified workshop.  
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.  
Tyre pressure  
Fig. 1 Symbols on the tyre pressure sticker.  
Fig. 2 On the driver door pillar: tyre pressure sticker (alternatively on the inside of the charging  
socket flap).  
Key to Fig. 1 :  
A
B
1
2
3
4
Tyre pressure for the tyres on the front axle.  
Tyre pressure for the tyres on the rear axle.  
Note: check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold.  
Tyre pressure for partial load.  
Vehicle-dependent: comfort tyre pressure for partial load.  
Tyre pressure for full load.  
The sticker provides the correct tyre pressure for approved tyres and is located either on the  
driver door pillar → Fig. 2 or inside the charging socket flap.  
The appearance of the sticker may differ between vehicles. It may include additional tyre sizes.  
The wrong tyre pressure will have a negative effect on the vehicle's response and lead to high  
levels of wear or even a burst tyre → . The correct tyre pressure is particularly important at  
high speeds.  
Comfort tyre pressure  
Depending on the vehicle, the tyre pressure sticker may show details of a comfort tyre pressure  
→ Fig. 1 3 . The comfort tyre pressure allows increased driving comfort. Energy consumption  
may increase when driving with comfort tyre pressure.  
Checking the tyre pressure  
—Check the tyre pressure at least once a month.  
—Always check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold. The specified tyre pressure applies to  
cold tyres. Tyre pressure is always higher in warm tyres than it is in cold tyres. For this reason,  
never reduce the pressure in warm tyres to adjust the tyre pressure.  
—Always adjust the tyre pressure to the load level → Fig. 1 4  
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—After adjusting the tyre pressures, always screw the caps onto the valves and observe the  
information on the tyre monitoring system.  
—Always use the tyre pressure specified on the sticker. Never exceed the maximum tyre  
pressure which is given on the sidewall of the tyre  
WARNING  
Incorrect tyre pressure may cause the tyre to suddenly lose pressure or burst while the vehicle  
is in motion. This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
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If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible that the tyre temperature will increase to such  
an extent when driving that the tread peels off and the tyre bursts.  
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Excessive speeds and overloading of the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage  
including tyre bursts and detachment of the tread surface, and thus to a loss of control of  
the vehicle.  
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If the tyre pressure is too low, the tyres will wear prematurely and the car will not handle  
well.  
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Check tyre pressures regularly, at least once a month, and before every long journey.  
All tyres must have the correct tyre pressure to suit the vehicle load.  
Never reduce excess pressure when the tyres are warm.  
NOTICE  
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When attaching the tyre pressure gauge, ensure that you do not position it at an angle to  
the valve stem. This can damage the tyre valve.  
Always make sure the valve caps are completely screwed on while driving.  
Under-inflated tyres can contribute to an increase in energy consumption.  
Tread depth and tread wear indicators  
Fig. 1 Tyre tread: tread wear indicators.  
Tread depth  
In most countries, the minimum tread depth required by law is 1.6 mm (measured in the tread  
grooves next to the tread wear indicators); observe any differing country-specific regulations.  
The tyres should have the same tread depth, at the minimum on each axle →  
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Observe any country-specific legal requirements relating to the permissible minimum tread  
depths for winter and all-year tyres.  
Tread wear indicators in tyres  
The tread wear indicators show if a tyre is worn down. The tyre must be replaced at the latest  
when the tread depth is just down to the tread wear indicator.  
The bottom of the tyre tread has 1.6 mm high tread wear indicators → Fig. 1 . Markings on the  
tyre sidewall indicate the position of the tread wear indicators → Fig. 1 .  
WARNING  
Worn tyres are a safety risk and can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle and cause serious  
injury.  
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Tyres must be replaced at the latest when the tread is worn down to the tread wear  
indicators.  
Worn tyres have considerably less grip, particularly on wet roads, which can cause the  
vehicle to “float” along the road surface (aquaplaning).  
Worn tyres reduce the possibility of controlling the vehicle well in normal and difficult  
driving situations and increase braking distance and the risk of skidding.  
Tyre damage  
Damage to tyres and wheel rims is often hidden →  
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—If you suspect that a wheel is damaged, stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
—Check the tyres and wheel rims for damage.  
—Do not drive on if a tyre is damaged.  
—Changing a damaged wheel (→ Changing a wheel, Introduction/General information). Seek  
expert assistance for this if necessary.  
—Or: seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate (→ Breakdown set,  
Introduction/General information).  
—If there is no visible damage, drive slowly and cautiously to the next qualified workshop in  
order to have the vehicle checked.  
Embedded foreign bodies in the tyres  
—Leave the foreign body in the tyre if it has entered the inner tyre. Foreign bodies that are stuck  
between the tyre tread blocks can be removed.  
—Changing a damaged wheel (→ Changing a wheel, Introduction/General information). Seek  
expert assistance for this if necessary.  
—Or: seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate (→ Breakdown set,  
Introduction/General information).  
—Check and adjust the tyre pressure.  
—Go to a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this  
purpose.  
Tyre wear  
Fast cornering, heavy acceleration and hard braking all increase tyre wear.  
Wheel imbalance may develop when the vehicle is driven; you will notice this by the nervous  
steering response. Unbalanced wheels will affect the level of tyre wear. In this case the wheels  
should be balanced again.  
Incorrect wheel alignment causes excessive tyre wear, impairing the safety of the vehicle. The  
wheel alignment should be checked by a qualified workshop if tyres show excessive wear.  
WARNING  
If you notice unusual vibration or the car pulling to one side while the vehicle is in motion, this  
may indicate that one of the tyres is damaged.  
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Reduce speed immediately and park the vehicle without obstructing traffic.  
Check the tyres and wheel rims for damage.  
Never drive on if tyres or wheel rims are damaged. Seek expert assistance instead.  
If there is no visible damage, drive slowly and cautiously to the next qualified workshop in  
order to have the vehicle checked.  
Tyre lettering and tyre type  
Fig. 1 International tyre lettering.  
→ Fig. 1 Tyre lettering  
(example)  
Meaning  
Individual tyre designation of the manufacturer.  
1
Product name  
The tyre complies with the legal requirements of the USA  
Department of Transportation, responsible for tyre safety  
standards.  
2
DOT  
Tyre  
identification  
number (  
3
JHCO CHWS 2213  
Identifier of producing plant and  
JHCO CHWS  
specifications of the tyre manufacturer on  
size and characteristics.  
2213  
Date of manufacture: 22nd week in 2013.  
Information for the end user concerning comparative values for specified basic tyres  
(standardised test procedure) (→ Customer information, Description):  
Relative life expectancy for the tyre, with reference to a US-  
specific standard test. Tyres with the specification 280 wear  
at a rate of 2.8 times more slowly than standard tyres that  
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TREADWEAR 280  
have a treadwear value of 100. The performance of tyres is  
determined by how they are used and can significantly  
deviate from standard values due to driving style,  
maintenance, road surface and climatic conditions.  
Wet braking performance of the tyre (AA, A, B or C). The wet  
braking performance is tested under controlled conditions on  
certified test tracks. Tyres marked C have a low traction  
performance. The traction value assigned to the tyres is based  
on linear traction tests and does not include acceleration and  
lateral stability or aquaplaning and traction under maximum  
load.  
TRACTION AA  
Temperature stability of the tyre at high speeds on a test bed  
(A, B or C). A and B tyres exceed legal requirements. The  
temperature evaluation is based on tyres with correct  
pressure and does not allow for excess pressure. Excessive  
speed, incorrect pressure or excess pressure can cause heat  
build-up or tyre damage. This applies to one or a combination  
of these factors.  
TEMPERATURE A  
Load index → Tyre load and speed index → Speed index .  
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8
88 H  
Rotation and  
arrow  
Denotes direction of rotation → Tyres with directional tread  
pattern .  
OR: Outside  
Denotes outside of tyres → Asymmetrical tyres .  
US limitation for the maximum air pressure.  
MAX INFLATION  
350 KPA  
9
(51 psi/3.51 bar)  
Denotes winter tyres (mud and snow tyres) (→ Winter tyres,  
Limits/System limits). Studded snow tyres are labelled with  
an E after the S.  
10  
11  
M+S or M/S or  
TWI  
Indicates the position of the tread wear indicator (→ Tread  
depth and tread wear indicators, Introduction/General  
information).  
→ Fig. 1 Tyre lettering  
(example)  
Meaning  
Manufacturer.  
12  
13  
Brand name, logo  
Country of manufacture.  
Made in Germany  
Country-specific identification for China (China Compulsory  
Certification).  
14  
15  
Country-specific identification for Brazil.  
023  
Indicates conformity with international regulations with the  
number of the country that granted approval. Approved tyres  
which comply with ECE regulations are identified with E,  
tyres which comply with EC regulations are identified with e.  
This is followed by the multiple-digit approval number.  
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17  
E4 e4 0200477-b  
RADIAL TUBELESS  
Tubeless radial tyre.  
Size designation:  
P
195  
65  
R
Identification for passenger vehicle.  
Tyre width from wall to wall in mm.  
Aspect ratio in %.  
18  
P 195 / 65 R 15 XL  
Tyre construction: radial.  
15  
XL  
Rim diameter in inches.  
Heavy-duty tyres (extra load tyres).  
MAX LOAD 615 KG US load data for the maximum load per wheel.  
(1235 LBS)  
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20  
Details of the tyre carcass components:  
SIDEWALL 1 PLY  
RAYON  
1 ply of rayon (artificial silk).  
TREAD 4 PLIES  
Details of the tread components:  
1 RAYON +  
2 STEEL +  
1 NYLON  
In the example there are 4 plies under the tread surface: 1 ply  
of rayon (artificial silk), 2 steel belt plies and 1 nylon ply.  
The tyre lettering is located on both sides. Certain labels may only be found on one side of the  
tyre, e.g. tyre identification number and manufacturing date.  
Any further numbers and letters are internal codes used by the tyre manufacturer or country-  
specific codes.  
Low-profile tyres  
Low-profile tyres have a wider tread surface, larger rim diameter and lower sidewalls than  
conventional wheel/tyre combinations (→ Handling wheels and tyres, Introduction/General  
information). Low-profile tyres can improve the vehicle's handling and precision. They may  
however result in a less comfortable ride on uneven road surfaces and tracks.  
Tyres with directional tread pattern  
An arrow on the tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on tyres with directional tread.  
The direction of rotation must be observed in all cases. This guarantees the best possible running  
characteristics.  
If, however, the tyre is fitted in the opposite direction to the tread pattern, you must take more  
care when driving as the tyre is now no longer being used according to its designation. The tyres  
must be replaced as quickly as possible or be fitted with the tread in the correct direction.  
Asymmetrical tyres  
Asymmetrical tyres take into account the differing behaviour of the inner and outer areas of the  
tread pattern. The sidewalls of asymmetrical tyres are marked to indicate "inside" or "outside".  
Always observe the correct tyre position on the wheel rim.  
Tyre load  
The load index indicates the maximum load capacity of an individual tyre in kilograms (tyre load).  
Examples:  
78  
425 kg  
81  
95  
462 kg  
83  
487 kg  
85  
515 kg  
87  
545 kg  
88  
560 kg  
91  
615 kg  
92  
630 kg  
650 kg  
690 kg  
730 kg  
775 kg  
800 kg  
93  
97  
99  
100  
101  
825 kg  
102  
850 kg  
103  
875 kg  
900 kg  
104  
Speed index  
The speed index indicates the maximum permitted speed that may be driven with the  
tyre.  
P
max. 150 km/h (93 mph)  
Q
max. 160 km/h (99 mph)  
R
max. 170 km/h (106 mph)  
max. 180 km/h (112 mph)  
max. 190 km/h (118 mph)  
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T
U
max. 200 km/h (125 mph)  
H
max. 210 km/h  
(130 mph)  
V
max. 240 km/h (149 mph)  
max. 270 km/h (168 mph)  
max. 300 km/h (186 mph)  
above 240 km/h (149 mph)  
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Z
Some tyre manufacturers use the code “ZR” for tyres with a  
maximum permitted speed of over 240 km/h (149 mph).  
Maximum load and speed range for tyres  
Vehicles in the EU and the so-called EU user states are issued an EC Certificate of Conformity.  
This details the size, diameter and speed range of all tyres approved by Volkswagen for the  
relevant vehicle type.  
The type plate shows whether there is an EC Certificate of Conformity for this particular vehicle  
(→ Technical data, Description).  
—If the type plate has a row marked “Permit” then the vehicle has an EC Certificate of  
Conformity.  
—If there is no type plate, or no row marked “Permit” the vehicle does not have an EC Certificate  
of Conformity.  
Winter tyres  
Winter or all-year tyres improve the handling and braking response in winter conditions.  
Volkswagen recommends that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle at temperatures below +7°C  
(+45°F) or in winter road conditions.  
Winter tyres and all-year tyres lose a large degree of their effectiveness for winter conditions  
when the tread is worn down to a depth of 4 mm.  
The following applies when using winter tyres:  
—Observe any country-specific legal requirements.  
—Use winter tyres on all four wheels at the same time.  
—Only use in winter road conditions.  
—Only use the sizes of tyre that have been approved for the vehicle.  
—Winter tyres must have the same belt type, size and the same tread pattern.  
—Observe the maximum speed permitted by the speed index →  
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Speed limitation  
Winter tyres have a speed limit depending on the speed index (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type,  
Standards/Directives).  
In some vehicle versions, a speed warning can be set in the menu  
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If you use V-rated winter tyres, the speed limits and required tyre pressure will be determined by  
the engine size. You must ask a Volkswagen dealership about the maximum permitted speed and  
required tyre pressure.  
WARNING  
The improved winter driving characteristics afforded by the winter tyres should not encourage  
you to take any risks.  
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Adapt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.  
Never exceed the top speed and load permitted for the winter tyres that are fitted.  
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The vehicle handling is better if summer tyres are fitted at temperatures above  
+7°C (+45°F). The rolling noise is quieter, the tyre wear lower and the energy efficiency  
higher in this case.  
In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system has to re-synchronise after  
wheels are changed (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
Volkswagen dealerships can provide details on permissible winter tyre sizes.  
Snow chains  
Please observe legislation and also the maximum permitted speed when driving your vehicle  
with snow chains.  
On icy or snow-covered roads, snow chains will improve traction and braking response.  
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels. They may be fitted only to the following tyre  
and wheel combinations:  
Tyre size  
Wheel rim  
195/65 R 15  
205/55 R 16  
6 J x 15 offset 43  
6 J x 16 offset 48  
Volkswagen recommends that you ask your Volkswagen dealership for information about  
appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size.  
If possible, use snow chains with fine-pitch links which do not protrude more than 15 mm,  
including the tensioner.  
Remove centre wheel trims and rim trim rings before fitting snow chains → . For safety  
reasons, cover caps must then be fitted over the wheel bolts. Caps are available from Volkswagen  
dealerships.  
WARNING  
The use of snow chains that are unsuitable for your vehicle or the incorrect installation of snow  
chains can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
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Always use the correct snow chains.  
Follow the assembly instructions provided by the snow chain manufacturer.  
Never exceed the maximum speed permitted for the snow chains that are fitted.  
NOTICE  
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Remove the snow chains when driving on roads that are free of snow. The snow chains will  
otherwise impair handling, damage the tyres and wear out very quickly.  
Snow chains that are in direct contact with the wheel rim can scratch or damage it.  
Volkswagen recommends using snow chains with built-in rim protection.  
In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised  
when snow chains are fitted (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
Hubcaps  
Centre wheel trim  
Fig. 1 Removing the centre wheel trim by pulling off.  
Fig. 2 Removing the centre wheel trim by turning.  
The centre wheel trim protects the wheel bolts and must be fitted again after changing the  
wheel.  
Vehicles with centre wheel trims that can be removed by pulling off  
—To remove: take the wire hook from the vehicle toolkit (→ Vehicle toolkit, Overview) and insert  
it into a hole (alloy wheel) or fit it on the edge (steel wheel) of the trim → Fig. 1 .  
—Pull off the cover in the direction of the arrow.  
—To fit: press the centre wheel trim against the rim until you feel it engage.  
Vehicles with centre wheel trims that can be removed by turning  
—To remove: turn the centre wheel trim clockwise or anticlockwise until it is released from the  
rim → Fig. 2 .  
—Reach behind one of the ribs and pull off the centre wheel trim.  
—To fit: place the centre wheel trim centrally on the rim.  
—Press the centre wheel trim against the rim until you feel it engage.  
WARNING  
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Incorrectly fitted hubcaps can become loose while the vehicle is in motion and endanger other  
road users.  
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Do not use damaged hubcaps.  
Always ensure that the airflow to cool the brakes is not restricted or reduced. This also  
applies if hubcaps are retrofitted. If the airflow is not sufficient, the braking distance could  
increase significantly.  
Wheel cover  
Fig. 1 Removing the wheel cover.  
The wheel cover protects the wheel bolts and must be fitted again after changing the wheel.  
Removing wheel covers  
—Take the box spanner and wire hook from the vehicle toolkit (→ Vehicle toolkit, Overview).  
—Insert the wire hook into one of the holes in the wheel cover.  
—Push the box spanner through the wire hook → Fig. 1 and remove the wheel cover in the  
direction of the arrow.  
Fitting wheel covers  
—Check the correct position of the anti-theft wheel bolt (→ Wheel bolts, Fitting).  
—Press the wheel cover onto the wheel rim so that the valve hole is located over the tyre valve  
→ Fig. 2 1 . Please ensure the cover engages securely all the way round.  
WARNING  
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Incorrectly fitted hubcaps can become loose while the vehicle is in motion and endanger other  
road users.  
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Do not use damaged hubcaps.  
Always ensure that the airflow to cool the brakes is not restricted or reduced. This also  
applies if hubcaps are retrofitted. If the airflow is not sufficient, the braking distance could  
increase significantly.  
Wheel bolt caps  
Fig. 1 Removing the wheel bolt caps.  
The caps protect the wheel bolts and should be fitted fully back in position after changing the  
wheel.  
Removing and fitting the caps  
—Removing: take the wire hook from the vehicle toolkit (→ Vehicle toolkit, Overview).  
—Insert the wire hook through the opening in the cap → Fig. 1 and pull off in the direction of  
the arrow.  
—Fitting: press the caps onto the bolts as far as they will go.  
The anti-theft wheel bolt has a separate cap. It only fits onto the anti-theft wheel bolt and not  
onto the conventional wheel bolts.  
Changing a wheel  
Introduction to the topic  
Some models are delivered from the factory without a jack or box spanner. If this is the case,  
wheels should be changed by a qualified workshop.  
The jack supplied with the vehicle is only designed for changing a wheel when one vehicle tyre is  
damaged and has to be replaced. If both tyres on one side of the vehicle, both tyres on one axle,  
or all tyres are damaged, seek expert assistance.  
WARNING  
Changing a wheel can be dangerous, especially when carried out at the side of a road. Please  
note the following steps in order to reduce the risk of serious injuries:  
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Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at a safe  
distance from moving traffic in order to carry out the wheel change.  
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All passengers and children in particular must be at a safe distance and away from the area  
of work during the wheel change.  
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Switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users.  
Check that the surface the vehicle is parked on is level and firm. If necessary, use a large,  
strong board or similar support for the jack.  
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Only change the wheel yourself when you feel confident with carrying out the procedure. If  
not, seek expert assistance.  
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Always use suitable and undamaged tools to change the wheel.  
Always switch off the electric drive via the ignition, switch on the electronic parking brake  
and move the selector lever to the P position to reduce the risk of the vehicle moving  
accidentally.  
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The wheel bolt tightening torque should be checked with a correctly functioning torque  
wrench immediately after changing a wheel.  
In the case of vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-  
synchronised immediately after a wheel change (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Function).  
Preparations for changing a wheel  
Checklist  
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for changing  
the wheel →  
:
1. If your vehicle has a flat tyre, park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance  
from moving traffic.  
2. Switch on the electronic parking brake.  
3. Move the selector lever to position P.  
4. Switch off the electric drive and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.  
5. Ask all vehicle occupants to leave the vehicle and stand at a safe distance away from moving  
traffic.  
6. Switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle (→ In an emergency,  
General safety). Observe any legal requirements.  
7. Chock the wheel opposite the wheel being worked on with a stone or a similar object.  
8. Remove any items of luggage from the luggage compartment.  
9. Remove the vehicle toolkit from the luggage compartment.  
0. Remove the hubcaps (→ Hubcaps, Description).  
WARNING  
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe  
injuries.  
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Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.  
Wheel bolts  
Fig. 1 Changing a wheel: loosening the wheel bolts.  
Fig. 2 Changing a wheel: tyre valve 1 and locations of the anti-theft wheel bolt 2 or 3 .  
Use a suitable box spanner to loosen the wheel bolts.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack.  
If a wheel bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down the end of the box  
spanner carefully with your foot. Hold on to the vehicle for support and ensure that you have a  
secure footing.  
Loosening wheel bolts  
—Fit the box spanner over the wheel bolt as far as it will go → Fig. 1 .  
—Hold the end of the box spanner and turn the wheel bolt one turn anticlockwise →  
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Loosening the anti-theft wheel bolt  
—Take the adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolt out of the vehicle toolkit.  
—Insert the adapter into the anti-theft wheel bolt as far as it will go.  
—Push the box spanner onto the adapter as far as it will go.  
—Hold the end of the box spanner and turn the wheel bolt one turn anticlockwise →  
.
Screwing in the anti-theft wheel bolt (wheel cover)  
On wheels with a wheel cover, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be screwed in at position → Fig. 2  
2
or 3 according to the position of the tyre valve 1 . The wheel cover can otherwise not be  
fitted.  
Tightening torque for wheel bolts  
Specified tightening torque for wheel bolts for steel or alloy wheel rims:  
—120 Nm.  
If the wheel bolts are corroded and stiff, they must be renewed and the wheel hub threads  
cleaned before the tightening torque is checked.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts or the threads of the wheel hubs.  
Have the tightening torque checked with a properly functioning torque wrench immediately after  
changing a wheel.  
WARNING  
Incorrectly tightened wheel bolts can loosen while the vehicle is in motion and cause accidents,  
serious injury, and loss of control of the vehicle.  
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The wheel bolts and threads of the wheel hubs must be clean, free from oil and grease, and  
turn easily.  
Always use the box spanner placed in the vehicle at the factory to loosen and tighten the  
wheel bolts.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the  
jack.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts or the threads of the wheel hubs. This could cause them  
to loosen while the vehicle is in motion, even if the required torque setting is used.  
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Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings.  
If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts is too low, the wheel bolts and rims can loosen  
while the vehicle is in motion. The wheel bolts and the threads could be damaged if the  
tightening torque is too high. Check the tightening torque regularly using a torque wrench.  
WARNING  
The wrong wheel bolts can loosen while the vehicle is in motion and cause accidents, serious  
injury, and loss of control of the vehicle.  
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Only use wheel bolts that belong to the respective wheel rim.  
Never use different wheel bolts.  
On vehicles with two-piece wheel bolts: use only two-piece wheel bolts.  
Lifting the vehicle with the jack  
Fig. 1 Jacking points.  
Fig. 2 Jack applied at the rear left-hand side of the vehicle.  
The jack may be positioned only at the reinforcements on the underbody, which are located  
behind the markings on the body → Fig. 1 . Always use the jacking point closest to the wheel you  
are working on →  
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Checklist  
For your own safety, carry out the following points in the specified order →  
1. Choose a firm and level surface suitable for lifting the vehicle.  
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2. Switch off the electric drive. Move the selector lever to position P and switch on the  
electronic parking brake.  
3. Chock the wheel diagonally opposite using collapsible chocks or other suitable objects.  
4. Loosen the wheel bolts (→ Wheel bolts, Fitting).  
5. Find the jacking point under the vehicle → Fig. 1 which is closest to the wheel that is being  
changed.  
6. Insert the hand crank into the opening on the jack (depending on equipment).  
7. Crank up the jack until it just fits under the jacking point of the vehicle.  
8. Ensure that the entire surface of the foot of the jack is resting securely on the ground, and  
that the foot of the jack is positioned fully underneath the point of application → Fig. 2  
and  
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9. Position the jack and simultaneously continue to crank the claw up until it is in position  
around the vertical rib underneath the vehicle → Fig. 2 .  
0. Crank the jack further until the wheel is just clear of the ground.  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the vehicle jack can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack, which can lead to  
severe injuries. Please note the following to help reduce the risk of injuries:  
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Never fit the vehicle jack on the high-voltage battery.  
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Only use vehicle jacks that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle type. Other  
vehicle jacks could slip out of position – this includes vehicle jacks supplied with other  
Volkswagen models.  
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The ground must be firm and level. Soft ground or surfaces at an incline under the vehicle  
jack may cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If necessary, use a large, strong board or  
similar support for the jack.  
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On a hard, slippery surface (such as tiles), use a rubber mat or similar to prevent the vehicle  
jack from slipping.  
Apply the jack only at the points described. The vehicle jack claw must grip the vertical rib  
under the side member securely → Fig. 2 .  
Never place any part of your body (e.g. an arm or leg) underneath a vehicle which is only  
supported by the jack.  
If you have to work underneath the vehicle, use suitable stands to provide extra support for  
the vehicle.  
Never lift the vehicle when the electric drive is switched on or if the vehicle is tilted to the  
side or on a gradient.  
Never switch on the electric drive when the vehicle is raised on a vehicle jack.  
WARNING  
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe  
injuries.  
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Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.  
Changing a wheel  
Fig. 1 Changing a wheel: removing the wheel bolts with the screwdriver handle.  
Removing the wheel  
—Observe the checklist (→ Changing a wheel, Prerequisite).  
—Loosen the wheel bolts (→ Wheel bolts, Fitting).  
—Jack up the vehicle (→ Raising the vehicle with a jack, Operation).  
—Using the hexagon socket in the screwdriver handle → Fig. 1 , completely unscrew the  
loosened wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface.  
—Remove the wheel.  
Fitting a wheel  
—Note the tyre direction of rotation (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type, Standards/Directives).  
—Put the wheel in place.  
—Screw in the anti-theft wheel bolt using the adapter at position → Fig. 2 2 or 3 and  
tighten it slightly in a clockwise direction.  
—Screw in all the other wheel bolts in clockwise direction and tighten them slightly.  
—Lower the vehicle with the jack.  
—Use the box spanner to tighten all the wheel bolts securely in a clockwise direction → . Do  
not tighten the bolts in clockwise or anticlockwise sequence. Tighten them in diagonal  
sequence.  
—Fit the caps, wheel centre trim or wheel cover (→ Hubcaps, Description).  
After changing a wheel  
—Clean the tools and place them back in the foam rubber holder in the luggage compartment.  
—Stow the changed wheel securely in the luggage compartment.  
—Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked immediately (→ Wheel bolts, Fitting).  
—The damaged wheel should be replaced as soon as possible.  
WARNING  
Incorrect torque or incorrect use of wheel bolts can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle,  
cause accidents and serious injuries.  
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Always keep all wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs clean and free from oil and  
grease. The wheel bolts must be easy to turn and be tightened to the specified torque.  
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The hexagon socket in the screwdriver handle should be used only for turning wheel bolts  
and not for loosening or tightening them.  
After changing a wheel, the indicator lamp for the tyre monitoring system may indicate a  
fault in the system (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, FAQ) (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring  
System, FAQ).  
Breakdown set  
Introduction to the topic  
The breakdown set can be used to temporarily and reliably seal any tyre damage caused by  
foreign bodies or punctures (up to approx. 4 mm in diameter). Do not remove foreign objects  
(e.g. screws or nails) from the tyre!  
Once the sealant has been added to the tyre, the tyre pressure must be checked and adjusted  
again after approximately 10 minutes of driving.  
Seek expert assistance if more than one of the vehicle's tyres is damaged. The breakdown set is  
designed to fill only one tyre.  
Use the breakdown set only when the vehicle has been safely parked and you are familiar with  
the work and safety precautions needed. Seek expert assistance if this is not the case.  
The tyre sealant must not be used:  
—If the wheel rim is damaged.  
—If the outside temperature is below -20°C (-4°F).  
—If there are cuts or punctures in the tyre that are larger than 4mm.  
—If the vehicle was driven with very low tyre pressure or a flat tyre.  
—If the use-by date on the tyre filler bottle has expired.  
—If a foreign object has been removed from the tyre.  
—In connection with mobility tyres. The word “Seal” is visible on the outer wall of the tyre if  
your vehicle is fitted with mobility tyres.  
WARNING  
Using the breakdown set can be dangerous, especially if the tyre is inflated at the roadside.  
Please note the following steps in order to reduce the risk of serious injuries:  
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Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at a safe  
distance from moving traffic in order to fill the tyre.  
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Check that the surface the vehicle is parked on is level and firm.  
All passengers, and children in particular, must be at a safe distance and away from your  
area of work.  
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Switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users.  
The breakdown set should be used only if you feel confident with carrying out the  
procedure. If not, seek expert assistance.  
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Tyres repaired with the breakdown set are intended for temporary, emergency use only.  
They should be used only until you can reach the nearest qualified workshop.  
Tyres that have been repaired using the breakdown set should be replaced as soon as  
possible.  
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Sealant is hazardous to health and must be washed off immediately if it gets onto the skin.  
The breakdown set must be stored out of the reach of children.  
Never use a jack, even if it is approved for the vehicle.  
Always switch off the electric drive via the ignition, activate the electronic parking brake and  
move the selector lever to the P position to reduce the risk of the vehicle moving  
accidentally.  
WARNING  
Tyres that have been filled with sealant will not handle in the same way as a standard tyre.  
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Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
Avoid full acceleration, sudden braking and fast driving through bends in the road.  
Drive for just 10 minutes at no more than 80 km/h (50 mph) and then check the tyre.  
Dispose of used or out-of-date sealant in accordance with legal requirements.  
You can get a new tyre filler bottle from a Volkswagen dealership.  
Observe the separate instructions from the manufacturer of the breakdown set.  
Contents of the breakdown set  
Fig. 1 Illustration: components of the breakdown set.  
Fig. 2 Illustration: compressor from the breakdown set.  
The breakdown set is located underneath the floor covering in the luggage compartment.  
The breakdown set consists of the following items → Fig. 1 :  
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2
3
4
5
Sticker with the maximum permitted speed “max. 80 km/h” or “max. 50 mph”.  
Tyre sealant tube with plug.  
Tyre filler bottle.  
Spare valve core.  
Valve core extractor.  
The compressor in the breakdown set consists of the following components → Fig. 2 :  
1
2
3
4
12-volt plug.  
ON/OFF switch.  
Tyre pressure display.  
Air bleed screw.  
5
6
Tyre filler hose.  
Air compressor.  
There is a slot on the lower end of the valve core extractor → Fig. 1 5 for the valve core. This  
is required for extracting the valve core from the tyre valve and then screwing it back into the  
valve again. This also applies to the spare valve core 4 .  
The air compressor from the breakdown set may be operated from the 12-volt socket,  
even if the power stated on the type plate of the air compressor exceeds the maximum  
power of the socket.  
Preparations  
Checklist  
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for filling a  
tyre →  
:
1. If you get a flat tyre, park your vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the  
flow of traffic.  
2. Switch on the electronic parking brake.  
3. Move the selector lever to position P.  
4. Switch off the electric drive and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock.  
5. Ask all vehicle occupants to leave the vehicle and stand at a safe distance away from moving  
traffic.  
6. Switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle (→ In an emergency,  
General safety). Observe any legal requirements.  
7. Check whether the puncture can be repaired with the breakdown set (→ Breakdown set,  
Introduction/General information).  
8. Remove any items of luggage from the luggage compartment.  
9. Take the breakdown set out of the luggage compartment.  
0. Take the sticker → Fig. 1 1 from the breakdown set and stick it on the dash panel within  
the driver's field of view.  
1. Do not remove foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails) from the tyre.  
WARNING  
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe  
injuries.  
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Follow the actions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.  
Sealing and inflating tyres  
Sealing a tyre  
—Unscrew the cap from the tyre valve.  
—Use the valve core extractor → Fig. 1 5 to unscrew the valve core from the tyre valve. Place  
the core on a clean surface.  
—Shake the tyre filler bottle → Fig. 1 3 vigorously up and down several times.  
—Screw the tyre sealant tube → Fig. 1 2 tightly onto the tyre filler bottle in a clockwise  
direction. The seal on the top of the bottle is pierced when doing so.  
—Remove the plug from the filler hose → Fig. 1 2 and place the open end fully on the tyre  
valve.  
—Hold the bottle upside down and fill the entire contents of the tyre filler bottle into the tyre.  
—Remove the empty tyre filler bottle from the valve.  
—Use the valve core extractor → Fig. 1 5 to screw the valve core back into the tyre valve.  
Inflating the tyre  
—Screw the tyre filler hose → Fig. 2 5 of the air compressor tightly onto the tyre valve.  
—Check that the bleed screw → Fig. 2 4 is closed.  
—Activate the vehicle’s drive system.  
—Insert the 12-volt plug → Fig. 2 1 into one of the vehicle's 12-volt sockets (→ Sockets,  
Operation).  
—Switch on the air compressor with the on/off switch → Fig. 2 2  
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—Run the air compressor until the tyre pressure has reached 2.0 – 2.5 bar (29 – 36 psi/200 – 250  
kPa) → . Maximum running time: 8 minutes →  
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—Switch off the air compressor.  
—If a pressure level of 2.0 – 2.5 bar (29 – 36 psi/200 – 250 kPa) cannot be achieved, unscrew the  
tyre filler hose from the tyre valve.  
—Drive (or reverse) the vehicle approximately 10 metres so that the sealing compound is evenly  
distributed in the tyre.  
—Screw the compressor’s tyre filler hose firmly back onto the tyre valve and inflate the tyre  
again.  
—If the required pressure still cannot be reached, the tyre is too badly damaged. The tyre cannot  
be sealed with the breakdown set. Do not drive on. Seek expert assistance →  
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—Disconnect the air compressor and unscrew the tyre filler hose from the tyre valve.  
—Drive the vehicle no faster than 80 km/h (50 mph) if a tyre pressure of 2.0 – 2.5 bar (29 –  
36 psi / 200 – 250 kPa) has been reached.  
Check after driving for 10 minutes  
—Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at the next safe opportunity, e.g. a car park.  
— Reconnect the tyre filler hose → Fig. 2 5 and read the tyre pressure on the tyre pressure  
display → Fig. 2 3  
—1.3 bar (19 psi/130 kPa) and lower:  
—Do not continue driving! The tyre cannot be sealed adequately with the breakdown set.  
—Seek expert assistance →  
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—1.4 bar (20 psi/140 kPa) and higher:  
— Adjust the tyre pressure back to the correct value.  
—Resume your journey to the nearest qualified workshop. Do not exceed a maximum speed  
of 80 km/h (50 mph).  
—The damaged tyre should be replaced at the qualified workshop.  
WARNING  
The tyre filler hose and the air compressor can become hot during inflation.  
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Protect your hands and skin from the hot components.  
Do not place the hot tyre filler hose or the hot air compressor on any inflammable materials.  
Allow the device to cool down fully before stowing.  
If the tyre will not inflate to at least 2.0 bar (29 psi/200 kPa), the tyre is too damaged. The  
sealant is unable to seal the tyre. Do not drive on. Seek expert assistance.  
WARNING  
If the defective tyre cannot be sealed adequately with the breakdown set, the tyre will lose air  
when driving. This can lead to tyre failure, loss of control of the vehicle, accidents, serious  
injuries and death.  
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Do not carry on driving if the tyre pressure is 1.3 bar (19 psi/130 kPa) or lower after driving  
for 10 minutes.  
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Seek expert assistance.  
NOTICE  
Switch the air compressor off after a maximum of 8 minutes to avoid overheating. Let the air  
compressor cool down for a few minutes before switching it back on.  

Related Topics

Tyre monitoring system
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
Useful information about wheels and tyres
Wheel rims and wheel bolts
Tyre pressure
Tread depth and tread wear indicators
Tyre damage
Tyre lettering and tyre type
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