● Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always maintain the specified pressure (→ 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 top 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 vibrations, 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 rim rings.
● Only carry out work on wheels yourself if you have the necessary knowledge and tools.
WARNING
New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle control and braking efficiency.
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
● Run in new tyres as they will initially have reduced grip and braking efficiency. Therefore, drive with appropriate caution during the
first 600 km (370 mi).
● Never drive with worn tyres or tyres that shows signs of damage such as holes, cuts, cracks or blisters. If you are unsure whether it
is possible to continue driving safely, seek expert assistance.
● If you notice unusual vibrations, or if the vehicle pulls to one side when driving, stop immediately and check the tyres and wheel
rims 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.
● Have worn or damaged tyres replaced immediately by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an
authorised Volkswagen repairer.
WARNING
If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts is too low, the wheel bolts and thus the wheel can become loose 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 available, tighten the wheel
bolts with the wheel wrench and have the torque checked immediately by the nearest suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen
recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
● 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 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 rim rings.
WARNING
Improper mounting of the tyre on the rim can cause the rim to be damaged and the tyre to suddenly lose air or burst while driving.
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.
● Have tyres fitted on the wheel rims only by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised
Volkswagen repairer.
Avoiding damage to tyres
—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.
— There is an increased risk of damage to the tyres and wheel rims on poor and unsurfaced roads and when driving offroad,
particularly if the vehicle is fitted with low-profile tyres.
—Check the tyre pressure regularly.
—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).
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