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.
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