Wheel bolt caps
Fig. 226 Pulling cover caps off wheel bolts.
Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first ⇒ Introduction to the subjectꢀ
Take the wire clip out of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Vehicle tool kitꢀ.
Insert the wire clip through the opening of the cover cap ⇒ Fig. 226ꢀ and pull off in the direction of the arrow.
The caps are designed to protect the wheel bolts and should be installed again after the wheel change.
The anti-theft wheel bolt (if equipped) has a separate cap. This only fits the anti-theft wheel bolt, but not the standard wheel bolts.
Changing a wheel
Introduction to the subject
In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:
⇒ Preparations for changing a wheelꢀ
⇒ Wheel boltsꢀ
⇒ Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack (Golf) ꢀ
⇒ Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack (Golf GTI, Golf R) ꢀ
⇒ Changing a wheelꢀ
⇒ After changing a wheelꢀ
Change a wheel by yourself only if the vehicle is parked in a safe location, you are familiar with safety procedures and the technical steps, and you have proper
tools available. Otherwise, get expert assistance.
The vehicle jack can only be safely used to change the wheel on a vehicle that has only one flat or damaged tire. If the vehicle does not have the support it needs
from 3 fully inflated tires, the vehicle can fall off the jack. If more than 1 tire on the vehicle is flat or damaged, do not lift the vehicle with the vehicle jack. Instead, get
expert assistance.
WARNING
Changing a wheel, especially on the side of the road, can be dangerous. To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury:
Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Move the vehicle a safe distance off the road where it is safe to change the wheel.
Always make sure that all passengers, especially children, are in a safe place outside the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic (such as behind a
guard rail).
Turn on the emergency flashers and set up another warning device about 25 yards (25 meters) behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.
Change a wheel by yourself only if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Otherwise, get expert assistance.
Always switch the engine off, firmly apply the parking brake, and shift the transmission into Park (P) (automatic transmission) or any gear (manual only) to
help prevent the vehicle from moving suddenly and slipping off the jack.
Always make sure that the ground is level and firm. If necessary, place the jack on a large and sturdy board or on a similar ground support.
Always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed with chocks or other similar things.
If you are towing a trailer, always unhitch it from your vehicle before starting to change the wheel. Always apply the trailer brakes firmly and make sure the
trailer cannot move unintentionally.
Always use proper and undamaged tools when changing a wheel.
Once a wheel is lifted off the ground, having the transmission in Park (P) or in gear will not prevent sudden vehicle movement.
Always use a jack that has been approved by the manufacturer for your vehicle. Never use other jacks, even if they have been approved for use on other
Volkswagen models.
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