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.
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