Get Wheels and tyres -> Introduction Guide for Volkswagen Multivan SUV Sixth Generation (2015-2024)

WARNING

Incorrectly connected cables can cause a short circuit.

● First connect the positive cable and then the negative cable.

NOTICE

● Never connect or disconnect 12-volt vehicle batteries if the ignition is switched on or the engine is running.

Never use a 12-volt vehicle battery that does not correspond with the vehicle’s specifications. This can damage

the electrical system or electronic components, which can cause electrical faults.

● Never connect equipment that supplies electric power, such as a solar panel or a battery charger, to the 12-volt

sockets or to the cigarette lighter to charge the 12-volt vehicle battery. This can damage the vehicle electrical

system.

Dispose of the 12-volt vehicle battery in accordance with the applicable regulations. 12-volt vehicle

batteries may contain toxic substances such as sulphuric acid and lead.

Electrolyte can pollute the environment. Collect any service fluids that escape or are spilled and dispose of

them correctly and with respect for the environment.

12-volt vehicle battery

The indicator lamp lights up red.

Do not drive on! Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.

The 12-volt vehicle battery will not be charged while the vehicle is in motion.

1. Switch off any electrical consumers that are not required.

2. Seek expert assistance.

3. Have the electrical system checked.

There is a fault in the 12-volt vehicle electrical system.

1. Seek expert assistance.

2. Have the electrical system checked.

The start/stop system cannot start the engine .

Introduction

Wheels are the most used and most underestimated parts of a vehicle. Wheels are very important as the narrow tyre

surfaces are the only contact between the vehicle and the road.

The tyres and wheel rims approved for the vehicle have been carefully selected.

The service life of tyres is dependent on tyre pressure, driving style, handling and correct fitting.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends that all work on wheels is carried out by a suitably qualified

workshop. They are familiar with the procedure and have the necessary special tools and spare parts and the proper

facilities for disposing of the old tyres.

Wheel rims, tyres and wheel bolts

Wheel rims, tyres and wheel bolts have be adjusted 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. This ensures that the brakes work

properly and that the vehicle drives quietly and safely. For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the

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wheels from other vehicles. This can also apply to wheels of the same vehicle type. For conversion to other wheel

rim/tyre combinations, it is essential to contact a suitably qualified workshop.

The correct wheel bolts must be used for all vehicle types; these bolts must always be tightened with the correct

tightening torque (→ Wheel bolts).

WARNING

Incorrect handling of wheels can reduce vehicle safety and cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always observe the specified value (→ Tyre

pressure). 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.

● Check the tyres regularly for damage and wear.

● Never exceed the maximum speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.

● All four wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size(rolling circumference) and the same tread

pattern.

● If you notice unusual vibration, or if the vehicle pulls to one side when driving, stop immediately and check the

tyres and wheel rims for damage.

● Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings.

WARNING

New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle control and braking

power.

This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Run in new tyres as they will initially have reduced grip and braking efficiency. For this reason, drive with

particular care during the first 600 km (370 miles).

● Never drive with worn tyres or tyres that shows signs of damage such as holes, cuts, cracks or blisters.

● If you notice unusual vibration, or if the vehicle pulls to one side when driving, stop immediately and check the

wheels and tyres for damage.

● Do not use tyres or wheel rims if you do not know their history. Used tyres and wheel rims could be damaged,

even if the damage is not visible.

● Use tyres that are more than six years old only if you have no alternative. In this case, drive slowly and with extra

care at all times, even if the tyres have never been used.

● Replace worn or damaged tyres immediately.

WARNING

If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts is insufficient, the wheel bolts and thus the wheels can loosen while the

vehicle is in motion. The wheel bolts and the threads could be damaged if the tightening torque is too high.

Incorrectly tightened or missing wheel bolts can lead to loss of control over the vehicle, serious accidents and fatal

injuries.

● Always tighten the wheel bolts with the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten

the wheel bolts with the wheel bolt wrench and have the torque checked immediately by the nearest suitably

qualified workshop.

● Never drive if wheel bolts are missing or loose.

● Always use wheel bolts that match the wheel rims and the vehicle type.

● Never grease or oil the wheel bolt and the threads in the wheel hubs. This could cause the wheel bolts to loosen

while the vehicle is in motion, even if the required tightening torque setting is used.

● Make sure that the wheel bolts and threads of the wheel hubs are clean, smooth-running and free of oil and

grease.

● Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings.

WARNING

Incorrect mounting of the tyre on the wheel rim can cause damage to the wheel rim and lead to the tyre suddenly

losing air or bursting while driving.

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This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Have tyres mounted on the wheel rims only by a suitably qualified workshop.

Handling tyres

Avoiding tyre damage

—Drive over kerbs and other low obstacles slowly and at right angles so that the two front wheels come into contact

with the obstacle at the same time.

—Check the tyre pressure on a regular basis.

—Check the tyres for damage such as cuts at regular intervals.

—Never exceed the maximum speed and load permitted for the tyres that are fitted (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).

—Damaged or worn tyres must be replaced immediately .

—Protect the tyres from contact with aggressive substances, including grease, oil, petrol and brake fluid→

—Replace missing valve dust caps immediately.

—Remove foreign bodies that have not yet penetrated to the inside of the tyre .

—Observe all warnings of the tyre monitoring system (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator) (→ 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.

This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Always keep chemicals, oils, lubricants, fuel, brake fluid and other corrosive substances away from the tyres.

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).

Tyres that are more than 6 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 quicker than tyres that are used all the time.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends replacing tyres that are more than 6 years old with new tyres. This

also applies for tyres which appear to still be in good condition and whose tread depth has not yet reached the

minimum value stipulated by legislation →

Winter and all-season 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 lettering and tyre type).

WARNING

Old tyres can suddenly lose air or burst, above all at high speeds.

This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Use tyres that are more than six years old only if you have no alternative. In this case, drive slowly and with extra

care at all times, even if the tyres have never been used.

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