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Wheels and tyres for Your Volkswagen Tayron SUV First Generation (2018-2025)

If the engine cannot be started.  
1. Switch off the ignition.  
2. Jump start the vehicle (→ Jump starting).  
Please contact an expert if the vehicle’s engine still will not start.  
Wheels are the most heavily loaded 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 wheels and tyres approved by Volkswagen have been carefully selected.  
The service life of tyres is dependent on tyre pressure, driving style, handling and correct fitting.  
Wheel rims, tyres 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. 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 wheel rims from other vehicles. This can also apply to  
wheel rims of the same vehicle type. Always contact a suitably qualified workshop if you wish to change to other tyre and wheel rim  
combinations. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
The correct wheel bolts must be used for all vehicle types; these bolts must always be tightened with the correct tightening torque  
(→ Wheel bolts).  
Declaration of conformity for wheels and tyres  
Applies only in India: Tyres fitted in the vehicle meet the requirement of BIS and comply with the requirements under the Central Motor  
Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989.  
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 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).  
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 dust caps on the valves immediately.  
.
Remove foreign bodies that have not yet penetrated to the inside of the tyre .  
Observe all warnings of the Tyre Pressure 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 preferably dark place.  
Do not store tyres mounted on the rim vertically.  
Any tyres not fitted on 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 six 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 more quickly than tyres that are used all the time.  
Volkswagen recommends replacing tyres that are more than six years old with new tyres. This also applies to 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, especially 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.  
New tyres  
Drive particularly carefully for the first 600 km (370 mi) with new tyres as the tyres have to be run in. Tyres that have not been run in  
have reduced grip and braking efficiency →  
.
All wheels must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and the same tread.  
The tread depth of new tyres may vary between tyre models and manufacturers due to different design features and tread designs.  
WARNING  
New tyres will have to be run in as they will initially have reduced grip and braking effect.  
This can lead to loss of vehicle control, serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Run in new tyres. Drive with appropriate caution during the first 600 km (370 mi).  
New tyre sizes may differ significantly from the actual dimensions and tyre dimensions for different tyre brands.  
Replacing tyres  
The vehicle may be fitted with optimised rolling resistance tyres at the factory. Only with these tyres can the indicated fuel  
consumption values be achieved. Make sure that any new tyres purchased have optimised rolling resistance (→ Driving  
economically).  
Seek advice from a suitably qualified workshop before purchasing new reduced rolling resistance tyres. Volkswagen recommends  
using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Always replace tyres at least on an axle-by-axle basis.  
Old tyres should only be replaced by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type.  
Never use tyres with an effective size that is larger than Volkswagen-approved tyres →  
.
WARNING  
Wheels must have the necessary clearance. If there is no clearance, the tyres may come into frictional contact with parts of the  
running gear, bodywork and brake lines.  
This can lead to failure of the braking system, detachment of the tread surface, tyre bursting and thus serious accidents and fatal  
injuries.  
Only use tyres whose dimensions are not larger than the dimensions of the tyre brands approved by Volkswagen and which do not  
rub against parts of the vehicle.  
Volkswagen Genuine tyres  
The vehicle may be fitted with Volkswagen Genuine tyres at the factory. These tyres are marked with the symbol and have been  
especially matched to this vehicle. When used correctly Volkswagen Genuine tyres meet the highest standards with respect to safety  
and vehicle handling.  
Re-synchronising the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be re-synchronised each time one or more wheels is changed. This also applies if the wheels  
have been swapped, e.g. from the front to the rear (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
Vehicles fitted with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System  
If you replace factory-fitted wheels, make sure that the new wheels are equipped with sensors that are compatible with the Tyre  
Pressure Monitoring System (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
Drive the vehicle at a speed of over around 25 km/h (around 15 mph) for an extended period so that the new wheels can be  
detected.  
Volkswagen recommends that a new valve set and set of seals is used every time the sensors are replaced or modified.  
Further information on the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
WARNING  
Incorrect replacement or conversion of the sensors of the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System can cause the valves to leak, with the  
result that the tyre loses air.  
If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible that the tyre will heat up to such an extent when driving that this can result in tread  
separation and the tyre bursting, which can cause serious accidents and serious injuries.  
When replacing and converting sensors, always use a new valve and seal set.  
WARNING  
Dirt can damage the valves and cause them to leak so that the tyre loses air.  
If the tyre pressure is too low, it is possible that the tyre will heat up to such an extent when driving that this can result in tread  
separation and the tyre bursting, which can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never drive without valve caps.  
NOTICE  
Driving over potholes and kerb edges can deform the tyres.  
This can cause damage to the tyres and wheel rims.  
Avoid strong impacts and drive around obstacles if possible.  
NOTICE  
When swapping to other wheels, the valves can be damaged.  
Do not drop dismounted wheels on the rim.  
Old tyres should be disposed of properly and as required by legislation.  
A new valve set and set of seals must always be used every time the sensors of the tyre pressure monitoring system are  
replaced or modified. Otherwise, the tyre pressure monitoring system may indicate a malfunction (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring  
System).  
If the spare tyre is not the same as the tyres that are mounted on the car - for example in the case of winter tyres or a  
temporary spare wheel - only use the spare tyre in the event of a breakdown for a short period of time and drive with extra  
care. Replace the temporary spare wheel with a normal wheel as soon as possible.  
Volkswagen-approved tyres are guaranteed to have the dimensions that are suitable for the vehicle. In the case of other tyres,  
the tyre seller must provide a certificate from the tyre manufacturer stating that the tyre is also suitable for the vehicle. Store  
the certificate in a safe place and keep it in the vehicle.  
Avoid damaging wheel rims  
Missing hubcaps can lead to damage to the wheel rims and wheel bolts.  
Fit missing hubcaps before every journey.  
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.  
Replace missing dust caps on the valves immediately.  
Check the tyre pressure regularly.  
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings or trim elements  
Rims with bolted-on rim rings or trim elements consist of several components. These components are joined together using special  
bolts. Damaged wheel rims must be replaced and may be repaired only by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends  
using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
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.  
Use only wheel rims that have been approved for the vehicle.  
Check the wheel rims regularly for damage and replace them if necessary.  
WARNING  
Incorrect loosening and tightening of the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rim rings can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rim rings.  
Have all work on wheel rims with bolted-on rings carried out by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an  
authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
The wrong tyre pressure will have a negative effect on the vehicle’s response and lead to high levels of wear or even a burst tyre →  
.
The correct tyre pressure is particularly important at high speeds.  
Check the tyre pressure at least once a month.  
Check the tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel at least once a month.  
Always check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold. The specified tyre pressure applies to cold tyres. Tyre pressure is always  
higher in warm tyres than it is in cold tyres. For this reason, never reduce the pressure in warm tyres to adjust the tyre pressure.  
Always adjust the tyre pressure to the load level → Fig. 2.  
After adjusting the tyre pressures, always screw the caps onto the valves and observe the information on the Tyre Pressure  
Monitoring System.  
Always use the tyre pressure specified on the sticker. Never exceed the maximum tyre pressure which is given on the sidewall of the  
tyre  
If the tyre size of the mounted tyres differs from the specifications on the type plate or tyre pressure sticker, the correct tyre  
pressure must be determined.  
Location of the tyre pressure sticker  
The sticker provides the correct tyre pressure for approved tyres and is located either on the driver door pillar → Fig. 1 or inside the  
tank flap.  
On the driver door pillar: tyre pressure sticker (alternatively  
on the inside of the tank flap).  
Symbols on the tyre pressure sticker.  
A
B
1
2
3
4
5
Tyre pressure for the tyres on the front axle.  
Tyre pressure for the tyres on the rear axle.  
Note: check the tyre pressure when the tyres are cold.  
Tyre pressure for partial load.  
Vehicle-dependent: comfort tyre pressure for partial load.  
Tyre pressure for full load.  
Tyre pressure level for the spare wheel, collapsible spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.  
The appearance of the sticker may differ between vehicles. It may contain additional tyre sizes that are not approved for your specific  
vehicle. For information on the tyre sizes approved for your vehicle, refer to the vehicle registration certificate or the EC Certificate of  
Conformity, or ask an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Comfort tyre pressure  
Depending on the vehicle, the tyre pressure sticker may show details of a comfort tyre pressure → Fig. 2. The comfort tyre pressure  
allows increased driving comfort. Fuel consumption may increase when driving with comfort tyre pressure.  
WARNING  
Underinflation can cause the tyre to suddenly lose pressure while the vehicle is motion, the tread to peel off or the tyre to burst. If the  
tyre pressure is too low, the tyres will wear prematurely and the car will not handle well.  
Incorrect tyre pressure can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Check tyre pressures regularly, at least once a month, and before every long journey.  
Always adjust the tyre pressure to the corresponding load condition.  
Never reduce the increased tyre pressure of warm tyres.  
WARNING  
Excessive speeds and overloading of the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage including tyre bursts and detachment of  
the tread.  
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
Never exceed the permitted maximum speed of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
NOTICE  
Careless handling of the tyre pressure gauge can damage the valve.  
When attaching the tyre pressure gauge, ensure that you do not position it at an angle to the valve stem.  
Underinflated tyres will result in increased fuel consumption.  
Depending on equipment, the vehicle may be delivered from the factory with a temporary spare wheel:  
Temporary spare wheel  
Temporary spare wheel.  
The temporary spare wheel consists of a special wheel rim that has a significantly narrower tyre than the normal tyres.  
The temporary spare wheel can be recognised by a sticker and the inscription “80 km/h” or “50 mph” → Fig. 1. This is the maximum  
speed at which you are permitted to drive with this tyre. Do not cover the sticker during use of the wheel.  
The tyre pressure for the temporary spare wheel is 4.2 bar (61 psi/420 kPa).  
The correct wheel bolts must be used for all vehicle types; these bolts must always be tightened with the correct tightening torque.  
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts must be checked regularly with a properly functioning torque wrench. In addition, the  
tightening torque must be checked immediately after every wheel change with a properly functioning torque wrench. 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.  
If the wheel bolts are corroded and stiff, they must be renewed and the wheel hub threads cleaned before the tightening torque is  
checked. Never grease or oil the wheel bolts or the threads of the wheel hubs.  
Tightening torque for wheel bolts  
The tightening torque for wheel bolts is specified in the chapter Changing a wheel (→ Wheels and tyres).  
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 a Volkswagen dealership.  
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.  
Diagram showing how to swap wheels (illustration).  
Regularly rotating the wheels as shown in the illustration → Fig. 1 is recommended to help ensure that tyres wear evenly. All the tyres  
will then last for about the same time.  
Volkswagen recommends having a wheel change carried out by a correspondingly qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using  
a Volkswagen dealership.  
Tread depth  
Most driving situations require the highest possible tread depth. The tyres should have the same tread depth, at the minimum on each  
axle . This is especially true in wet or wintry road conditions.  
In most countries, the minimum tread depth required by law is 1.6 mm (1/16 in), measured in the tread grooves next to the tread wear  
indicators. Observe any deviating country-specific legal regulations.  
Observe any country-specific legal requirements relating to the permissible minimum tread depths for winter and all-year tyres.  
Tyre wear  
The tyre wear is affected by several factors:  
Style of driving.  
How well the tyres are balanced.  
Adjustments made to the running gear.  
Wheel imbalance may develop when the vehicle is driven; you will notice this by the nervous steering response. Unbalanced wheels will  
affect the level of tyre wear. In this case the wheels should be balanced again.  
Incorrect wheel alignment causes excessive tyre wear, impairing the safety of the vehicle. The wheel alignment should be checked by a  
suitably qualified workshop if tyres show excessive wear. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership.  
Tyre wear due to sporty driving  
Fast cornering, heavy acceleration and hard braking all increase tyre wear.  
If you drive with a sporty driving style, check the tread depth every 5,000 to 10,000 km (around 3,107 to 6,214 mi).  
Tread wear indicators in tyres  
In the tread grooves: tread wear indicator.  
There are 1.6 mm (1/16 in) high wear indicators → Fig. 1 in the tread base of the tyres. Markings on the tyre sidewall indicate the  
position of the tread wear indicators → Fig. 1.  
The tread wear indicators show if a tyre is worn down. The tyre must be replaced at the latest when the tread depth is just down to the  
tread wear indicator.  
The tread wear indicators of all tread grooves must be checked when the tread depth is checked.  
WARNING  
Worn tyres are a safety risk and make it difficult to control the vehicle well. They also increase the braking distance and the risk of  
skidding.  
Worn tyres have significantly reduced grip. On wet roads in particular, the vehicle will be more at risk of aquaplaning.  
Worn tyres can lead to loss of control over the vehicle, serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Replace the tyres with new tyres at the latest when the tyres are worn down to the tread wear indicators.  
Summer tyres have less grip on icy or snow-covered roads. Winter or all-season tyres improve the handling and braking characteristics  
in winter road conditions. Volkswagen recommends that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle at temperatures below +7°C (+45°F) or in  
winter road conditions. This also applies to models with all-wheel drive.  
Winter and all-season tyres lose their effectiveness when the tread is worn down to a depth of 4 mm (around 5/32 in).  
The following applies when using winter tyres:  
Observe any country-specific legal requirements.  
Use winter tyres on all four wheels at the same time.  
Only use in winter road conditions.  
Only use the sizes of tyre that have been approved for the vehicle.  
Only use winter tyres that have the same belt type, size and the same tread pattern .  
Observe the maximum speed permitted by the speed rating.  
Speed limitation  
Winter tyres have a speed limit depending on the speed rating (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
The type of tyre fitted to the vehicle can be selected and a speed warning set in the Infotainment system.  
If you use V-rated winter tyres, the speed limits and required tyre pressure are determined by the engine size. You must ask a suitably  
qualified workshop about the maximum permitted speed and required tyre pressure. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised  
Volkswagen repairer.  
Selecting the tyre type  
1. Switch on the ignition.  
2. Open the app overview in the Infotainment system.  
3. Tap  
4. Tap  
Vehicle .  
Vehicle (left).  
5. Tap Tyres .  
6. Select the Tyre type menu option.  
7. Select tyre type.  
Setting the speed warning  
1. Switch on the ignition.  
2. Open the app overview in the Infotainment system.  
3. Tap  
4. Tap  
Vehicle .  
Vehicle (left).  
5. Tap Tyres .  
6. In the Warning at menu option, use the slider to adjust the speed warning according to the speed rating of the fitted tyres.  
7. In the Speed warning menu option, activate the speed warning using the slider.  
WARNING  
The improved vehicle handling as a result of winter tyres on wintry roads does not constitute a reason to take safety risks, as this may  
result in loss of vehicle control and serious injuries.  
Adapt your speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather and road or traffic conditions.  
The vehicle handling is better if summer tyres are fitted at temperatures above +7°C (+45°F). The rolling noise is quieter, the  
tyre wear lower and the energy efficiency higher in this case.  
In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system has to re-synchronise after changing to winter tyres (→ Tyre  
Pressure Loss Indicator).  
On vehicles with Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, winter tyres must be fitted with compatible sensors for the Tyre Pressure  
Monitoring System to ensure the system works properly (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System). If the dimensions of the winter  
tyres are different from those of the summer tyres and require a different tyre pressure, the tyre pressure values for the Tyre  
Pressure Monitoring System must be adjusted (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
The speed limit and load capacity of winter tyres may differ from those of summer tyres.  
Ask a suitably qualified workshop about the permitted winter tyre sizes. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised  
Volkswagen repairer.  
Please observe legislation and also the maximum permitted speed when driving your vehicle with snow chains.  
On icy or snow-covered roads, snow chains will improve traction and braking response.  
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels. They may be fitted only to the following tyre and wheel rim combinations:  
Tayron  
Tyre size  
Wheel rim  
6 1/2 J x 17 ET 38  
7 J x 17 ET 40  
Type of snow chains to use  
215/65 R 17  
215/65 R 17  
Only fine-linked snow chains that add no more than around  
Only fine-linked snow chains that add no more than about  
.
.
Tayron R-Line  
Type of snow chains to use  
Tyre size  
Wheel rim  
215/65 R 17  
7 J x 17 ET 40  
Only fine-linked snow chains that add no more than about  
.
Volkswagen recommends that you ask a suitably qualified workshop for information about appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain  
sizes. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Snow chains may only be used on tyre and wheel rim combinations that are approved for driving with snow chains.  
Remove hubcaps and trim rings before fitting snow chains. For safety reasons, cover caps must then be fitted over the wheel bolts.  
Caps are available from a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Using snow chains with fitted temporary spare wheel or collapsible spare wheel  
For technical reasons, snow chains must not be used on the temporary spare wheel or collapsible spare wheel.  
1. In event of a flat tyre on one of the front wheels, fit the temporary spare wheel or collapsible spare wheel on the rear axle.  
2. Replace the damaged front wheel with the removed rear wheel. Observe the direction of rotation.  
Volkswagen recommends fitting the snow chains before fitting the wheel.  
WARNING  
The use of snow chains that are unsuitable for your vehicle or the incorrect installation of snow chains can cause serious accidents  
and fatal injuries.  
Always use the correct snow chains.  
Use snow chains only on the tyre and wheel rim combinations approved by Volkswagen.  
Observe the fitting instructions of the snow chain manufacturer.  
When snow chains are fitted, never exceed the maximum speed specified by the snow chain manufacturer or the legally permitted  
maximum speed.  
NOTICE  
If snow chains are used on road sections where there is no snow, they will adversely affect the vehicle handling and damage the tyres  
and will also be quickly destroyed.  
Always remove the snow chains on road sections where there is no snow.  
NOTICE  
Snow chains that are in direct contact with the wheel rim can scratch or damage it.  
To avoid damage, use snow chains with integrated wheel rim protection.  
In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised when snow chains are fitted (→ Tyre  
Pressure Loss Indicator).  
Damage to tyres and wheel rims is often hidden →  
.
If you suspect that a wheel is damaged, slow down immediately and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
Pulling to one side or unusual vibrations  
The vehicle pulls to the left or right when driving or there are unusual vibrations. This can be a sign of tyre damage or inadequate tyre  
pressure.  
Check the tyres.  
Slow down immediately and stop as soon as the traffic situation permits and it is safe to do so.  
1. Check the tyres and wheel rims for damage.  
2. Do not drive on if a tyre is damaged.  
3. Changing a damaged wheel (→ Changing a wheel). Seek expert assistance if necessary.  
seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate (→ Breakdown set).  
4. If there is no visible damage, drive slowly and cautiously to the next suitably qualified workshop in order to have the vehicle  
checked. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Foreign body embedded in the tyre  
A foreign body is embedded in the tyre or between the tread blocks.  
1. Leave the foreign body in the tyre if it has entered the inner tyre. Foreign bodies that are stuck between the tyre tread blocks can  
be removed.  
2. Changing a damaged wheel (→ Changing a wheel). Seek expert assistance if necessary.  
seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate (→ Breakdown set).  
3. Check and adjust the tyre pressure.  
4. Go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Tyres lose grip  
The vehicle suffers from loss of grip when cornering and breaks away. The braking distance is longer and the traction control system  
(TCS) and anti-lock brake system (ABS) intervene earlier.  
The tyres may be worn so much that they can no longer guarantee sufficient grip (→ Tread depth and tread wear indicators).  
1. Drive slowly and cautiously to the next suitably qualified workshop in order to have the vehicle checked. Volkswagen  
recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Wheel bolts are difficult to undo  
The wheel bolts can corrode over the course of time. This makes it difficult to undo the wheel bolts.  
1. Seek expert assistance or drive slowly and cautiously to the next suitably qualified workshop in order to have the vehicle checked.  
Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
WARNING  
If you notice unusual vibration or the car pulling to one side while the vehicle is in motion, this may indicate that one of the tyres is  
damaged.  
Tyre damage can lead to loss of control over the vehicle, serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Slow down immediately and stop as soon as the traffic situation permits and it is safe to do so.  
Check the tyres and wheel rims for damage, e.g. holes, cuts, cracks and bulges.  
Never drive on if tyres or wheel rims are damaged. Seek expert assistance instead.  
If there is no visible damage, drive slowly and cautiously to the nearest suitably qualified workshop in order to have the vehicle  
checked. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator warns the driver when the tyre pressures are too low.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and uses data from the ABS sensors and other functions to check  
the speed of rotation and the rolling circumference of the individual wheels when the vehicle is in motion.  
If a tyre loses air or the tyre pressure is too low, the rolling circumference decreases and the speed of rotation increases.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator shows a change in rolling circumference of the tyres with the indicator lamp in the instrument  
cluster.  
The following situations can also lead to a change in the speed of rotation:  
If the tyre pressure has been changed.  
If the tyre has structural damage.  
If the vehicle is loaded more heavily on one side.  
If snow chains have been fitted.  
If a temporary spare wheel has been fitted.  
If one wheel per axle has been changed.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System may react with a delay or not display anything at all in the event of a sporty driving style, when  
driving on snow-covered or icy roads or unpaved roads or when driving with snow chains.  
The recommended tyre pressure for the tyre sizes approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type can be found on the tyre pressure  
sticker on the driver’s door pillar (→ Tyre pressure).  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not work if there is a fault in the ESC or ABS (→ Brake support systems).  
Reference pressure  
The reference pressure for the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is the recommended tyre pressure for cold factory-fitted tyres. The  
reference pressure corresponds to the information on the tyre pressure sticker (→ Tyre pressure).  
If the tyre pressure of all four tyres has been adjusted correctly, the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be re-synchronised (→ Tyre  
Pressure Loss Indicator). This adjusts the reference pressure to the current tyre pressure.  
The tyre pressure of all tyres including the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel must be checked monthly on a cold tyre and  
correspond to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications on the tyre pressure sticker. If the tyre size of the mounted tyres differs from  
the specifications on the type plate or tyre pressure sticker, the correct tyre pressure must be determined.  
As an additional safety feature, the vehicle is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) where an indicator lamp for low  
tyre pressure lights up if the pressure in one or more of the tyres is much too low. If the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure lights up,  
you should therefore stop the vehicle as quickly as possible, check the tyres, and inflate them to the correct pressure. Driving with a  
tyre pressure that is much too low will lead to the tyre overheating and can damage the tyre. A tyre pressure that is too low also  
reduces the fuel efficiency and service life of the tyre tread and can negatively affect the driving behaviour and braking capability of  
the vehicle.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System does not remove the need for regular maintenance and inspection of tyres. The driver is  
responsible for ensuring the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System does not give  
any warning that the tyre pressure is too low.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System additionally has a fault indicator that issues a warning if the system is not functioning properly.  
This fault indicator is coupled with the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure. If the system detects a fault, the indicator lamp flashes for  
around 1 minute when the vehicle is started and then lights up continuously. This sequence is then repeated each time the vehicle is  
started as long as the fault is present.  
If the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System indicates a malfunction, the tyre pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction of the  
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System can have various causes, e.g. due to replacement of a wheel or tyre. When a wheel or tyre has been  
replaced, check whether the indicator lamp is indicating a system malfunction to ensure that the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is  
functioning properly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator) (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
WARNING  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver and operates only within the limits of  
the system. The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System cannot detect all driving situations and may not react at all or may react with a  
delay or in an undesired way. If you do not pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.  
Always pay due attention, and do not rely exclusively on the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. The driver is always responsible for  
ensuring that the tyre pressure is correct.  
Observe the system limits (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always maintain the specified pressure corresponding to the tyre  
pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the vehicle (→ Tyre pressure).  
Check the tyres regularly for signs of wear or damage and replace worn or damaged tyres immediately.  
Never exceed the top speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.  
WARNING  
If the vehicle is driven with a tyre pressure that is too low, the tyre could heat up to such an extent that the tread becomes detached  
and the tyre bursts. This could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.  
If the tyre pressure is too low or too high, the tyres will wear prematurely and the vehicle will not handle well.  
Different tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can increase tyre wear, reduce vehicle stability, extend the braking distance  
and lead to tyre damage, tyre failure and loss of control over the vehicle.  
This can result in serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always observe the warnings of the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. If the indicator lamp lights up, stop immediately in a  
place that is safe from traffic and check all tyres (→ Tyre pressure).  
The driver is responsible for the correct tyre pressure. Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always  
maintain the specified pressure corresponding to the tyre pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the vehicle (→ Tyre pressure). The  
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System cannot function correctly unless all cold tyres have the correct tyre pressure.  
If the tyre is not flat and it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately, drive at low speed to the nearest suitably qualified  
workshop and have the tyre pressure checked and corrected (→ Tyre pressure). Volkswagen recommends using an authorised  
Volkswagen repairer.  
Always adapt the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator correctly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
WARNING  
Excessive speeds and overloading of the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage including tyre bursts and detachment of  
the tread.  
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
Never exceed the permitted maximum speed of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
If the tyre pressure is too low, this will increase fuel 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 tyre pressure  
warning.  
Old tyres should be replaced only by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type.  
Do not rely only on the Tyre Pressure 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.  
Regular maintenance  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not remove the need for regular maintenance and inspection of tyres. The driver is responsible  
for ensuring the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not give any warning that  
the tyre pressure is too low.  
The tyre pressure of all tyres must be checked monthly on the cold tyres and correspond to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications  
on the tyre pressure sticker.  
This also applies to the tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.  
The recommended tyre pressure for the tyre sizes approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type can be found on the tyre pressure  
sticker (→ Tyre pressure).  
Malfunction not remedied  
If the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator shows a malfunction, tyre pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction of the Tyre  
Pressure Loss Indicator can have various causes, e.g. due to replacement of a wheel or tyre. When a wheel or tyre has been replaced,  
check whether the indicator lamp is indicating a system malfunction to ensure that the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is functioning  
properly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
Delayed display or no display  
In the following situations, the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator may not display anything or may react with a delay:  
Driving with snow chains.  
Driving on snow-covered or icy roads or unsurfaced roads.  
With sporty driving.  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be adapted again under the following conditions:  
If the tyre pressures have been changed.  
If one or more wheels have been changed.  
If the wheels have been swapped round, e.g. from front to rear (→ Wheels and tyres).  
The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator may only be adapted again if all the tyres have been filled at the correct tyre pressure when measured  
on a cold tyre. Before measuring the tyre pressure on a cold tyre, park the vehicle for 1 hour out of direct sunlight.  
In the event of a low tyre pressure warning, you cannot calibrate the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator until you have met one of the  
following two conditions:  
Switch the ignition off and then back on again.  
Wait for 60 seconds with the engine running and the vehicle stationary.  
1. Open the app overview in the Infotainment system.  
2. Tap  
3. Tap  
Vehicle .  
Status .  
4. Tap Tyres .  
5. Tap  
SET .  
6. When all four tyre pressures correspond to the required values, tap OK .  
The indicator lamp flashes for around 6 seconds. An acoustic signal also sounds and a text message is displayed on the  
instrument cluster display.  
After an extended driving time of at least 20 minutes and driving at different speeds, the system will automatically learn the new  
values and monitor them.  
If the indicator lamp flashes for around 6 seconds without the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator having been newly adapted beforehand,  
go immediately to the nearest suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
WARNING  
If the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is adapted when the tyre pressure is too high or too low, the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator may issue  
incorrect warnings or not issue a warning even though the tyre pressure is dangerously low.  
This can result in accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.  
Make sure that the tyre pressure of all tyres is correct before adapting the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator.  
Low tyre pressure  
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.  
There is a loss of pressure in one or more tyres or the tyre is structurally damaged.  
1. Stop the vehicle immediately in a place that is safe from traffic.  
2. Check the tyres for visible damage.  
3. If the tyres are not visibly damaged, drive slowly to the nearest filling station and check the tyre pressures. Adjust the tyre  
pressures if necessary.  
4. If a tyre is damaged, replace the damaged wheel . Seek expert assistance if necessary.  
seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate .  
5. Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
6. If the fault persists, go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Fault in the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator  
The indicator lamp flashes for about 1 minute and then remains lit continuously yellow.  
There is a system fault.  
1. Stop the vehicle immediately in a place that is safe from traffic.  
2. Switch the ignition off and then back on again.  
3. Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
4. If the fault persists, go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Driving on unpaved roads for long periods or a sporty driving style can temporarily deactivate the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator.  
In the event of a malfunction, the indicator lamp will flash for about 1 minute and then light up continuously. However, the  
indicator lamp will go out when the road conditions or driving style change.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System warns the driver if the tyre pressures are too low.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is a tyre monitoring system and monitors the tyre pressure of the four wheels while the vehicle is  
in motion using pressure sensors on the tyres.  
The tyre pressure of all tyres including the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel must be checked monthly on a cold tyre and  
correspond to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications on the tyre pressure sticker. If the tyre size of the mounted tyres differs from  
the specifications on the type plate or tyre pressure sticker, the correct tyre pressure must be determined.  
As an additional safety feature, the vehicle is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) where an indicator lamp for low  
tyre pressure lights up if the pressure in one or more of the tyres is much too low. If the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure lights up,  
you should therefore stop the vehicle as quickly as possible, check the tyres, and inflate them to the correct pressure. Driving with a  
tyre pressure that is much too low will lead to the tyre overheating and can damage the tyre. A tyre pressure that is too low also  
reduces the fuel efficiency and service life of the tyre tread and can negatively affect the driving behaviour and braking capability of  
the vehicle.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System does not remove the need for regular maintenance and inspection of tyres. The driver is  
responsible for ensuring the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System does not give  
any warning that the tyre pressure is too low.  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System additionally has a fault indicator that issues a warning if the system is not functioning properly.  
This fault indicator is coupled with the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure. If the system detects a fault, the indicator lamp flashes for  
around 1 minute when the vehicle is started and then lights up continuously. This sequence is then repeated each time the vehicle is  
started as long as the fault is present.  
If the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System indicates a malfunction, the tyre pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction of the  
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System can have various causes, e.g. due to replacement of a wheel or tyre. When a wheel or tyre has been  
replaced, check whether the indicator lamp is indicating a system malfunction to ensure that the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is  
functioning properly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator) (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
Display of tyre pressures on the instrument cluster display  
Display on the instrument cluster display or Infotainment  
system: current tyre pressures (illustration).  
1
2
3
4
Target pressure in bar.  
Loss in pressure at front left.  
Actual pressure in bar.  
System fault at rear right.  
1. Open the Vehicle settings menu (→ Vehicle settings menu).  
open the Vehicle status menu in the instrument cluster display.  
The vehicle is displayed with the target and actual pressures of all the wheels → Fig. 1.  
When the ignition is switched on, the last tyre pressures received at the end of a journey will be displayed first. These values will be  
updated when the journey is started.  
If the tyre pressure is too low or in the event of a brief reduction in pressure, the respective actual values and the affected tyres will be  
highlighted → Fig. 1.  
A message is additionally shown on the instrument cluster display in the event of pressure loss or a flat tyre (→ Tyre Pressure  
Monitoring System).  
If the tyres are in rest state, the sensors will not transmit any tyre pressures. This stops the sensor batteries discharging.  
If no tyre pressures are transmitted, the last received tyre pressures are shown in grey.  
If a set of tyres is fitted to the vehicle where the tyres either do not have tyre pressure sensors or have tyre pressure sensors that are  
not compatible with the vehicle, the indicator lamp will flash for approximately 1 minute and will then remain lit continuously. The  
tyre pressures will not be monitored. The system cannot be switched off.  
Observe any country-specific legal requirements for the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.  
WARNING  
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver and operates only within the limits of  
the system. The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System cannot detect all driving situations and may not react at all or may react with a  
delay or in an undesired way. If you do not pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.  
Always pay due attention, and do not rely exclusively on the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. The driver is always responsible for  
ensuring that the tyre pressure is correct.  
Observe the system limits (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always maintain the specified pressure corresponding to the tyre  
pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the vehicle (→ Tyre pressure).  
Check the tyres regularly for signs of wear or damage and replace worn or damaged tyres immediately.  
Never exceed the top speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.  
WARNING  
If the vehicle is driven with a tyre pressure that is too low, the tyre could heat up to such an extent that the tread becomes detached  
and the tyre bursts. This could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.  
If the tyre pressure is too low or too high, the tyres will wear prematurely and the vehicle will not handle well.  
Different tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can increase tyre wear, reduce vehicle stability, extend the braking distance  
and lead to tyre damage, tyre failure and loss of control over the vehicle.  
This can result in serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always observe the warnings of the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. If the indicator lamp lights up, stop immediately in a  
place that is safe from traffic and check all tyres (→ Tyre pressure).  
The driver is responsible for the correct tyre pressure. Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always  
maintain the specified pressure corresponding to the tyre pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the vehicle (→ Tyre pressure). The  
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System cannot function correctly unless all cold tyres have the correct tyre pressure.  
If the tyre is not flat and it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately, drive at low speed to the nearest suitably qualified  
workshop and have the tyre pressure checked and corrected (→ Tyre pressure). Volkswagen recommends using an authorised  
Volkswagen repairer.  
WARNING  
Excessive speeds and overloading of the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage including tyre bursts and detachment of  
the tread.  
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
Never exceed the permitted maximum speed of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
If the tyre pressure is too low, this will increase fuel 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 tyre pressure  
warning.  
Old tyres should be replaced only by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type.  
Do not rely only on the Tyre Pressure 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.  
Regular maintenance  
The tyre monitoring system does not remove the need for regular maintenance and inspection of tyres. The driver is responsible for  
ensuring the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the tyre monitoring system does not give any warning that the tyre  
pressure is too low.  
The tyre pressure of all tyres must be checked monthly on the cold tyres and correspond to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications  
on the tyre pressure sticker.  
This also applies to the tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.  
The recommended tyre pressure for the tyre sizes approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle type can be found on the tyre pressure  
sticker (→ Tyre pressure).  
Fault in radio transmission  
The function of the system may be temporarily impaired by radio transmitters that operate in the same frequency range as the tyre  
pressure sensors (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel  
The tyre pressure of the spare wheel or the temporary spare wheel in the luggage compartment is not monitored. The wheels in the  
luggage compartment are in sleep mode.  
NOTICE  
Incorrect handling of the tyre valves can damage the pressure sensors and impair functioning of the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.  
The pressure sensors are secured to special aluminium valves that are screwed rigidly in place. When inflating the tyres and  
checking the pressure, do not bend the valves into position.  
Missing valve caps could lead to damage to the valve and the sensors. Therefore always make sure that all valve caps are fully  
screwed on while driving.  
Do not use metal valve caps.  
Do not use “convenience valve caps” as they do not form a proper seal. This can cause damage to the sensors. “Convenience valve  
caps” are valve caps that do not need to be unscrewed in order to inflate the tyre.  
Selecting target pressures for partial or full vehicle load level  
Following any relevant change in the load level, the tyre pressure must be altered as necessary. The tyre pressures recommended for  
the vehicle and load level are stated on the tyre pressure sticker (→ Tyre pressure).  
If the tyre pressure has been altered corresponding to the load level, the current load level of the vehicle must be adjusted for the Tyre  
Pressure Monitoring System. This updates the target pressures to the pressures valid for the current load level.  
1. Switch on the ignition.  
2. Open the app overview in the Infotainment system.  
3. Tap  
4. Tap  
Vehicle .  
Vehicle (left).  
5. Tap Tyres .  
6. Select the Load menu option.  
7. Select the load level.  
There may be differences between readings on the pressure gauge when filling the tyres and the values determined by the Tyre  
Pressure Monitoring System. The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System provides more accurate results.  
Selecting the tyre size (depending on vehicle)  
If the tyre size is changed, it may be necessary to adjust the target pressure in the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System to the new tyres. If  
no adjustment is necessary, the selection menu will not be available.  
1. Switch on the ignition.  
2. Open the app overview in the Infotainment system.  
3. Tap  
4. Tap  
Vehicle .  
Vehicle (left).  
5. Tap Tyres .  
6. Select the Tyre designation menu option.  
7. Select the appropriate tyre size.  
If the tyre sizes are fitted that do not correspond to the factory-specified sizes, the corresponding target tyre pressures can be entered  
by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Tyre pressure warning  
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.  
The text message Flat tyre! is shown in the instrument cluster.  
The tyre pressure of one or more tyres is below 1.4 bar (20 psi/140 kPa) or there is a critical loss of tyre pressure.  
1. Stop the vehicle immediately in a place that is safe from traffic. Slowly turn the steering wheel only slightly and brake  
carefully.  
2. Check the tyres for visible damage .  
3. If the tyres are not visibly damaged, drive slowly to the nearest filling station and check the tyre pressures. Adjust the tyre  
pressures if necessary.  
4. If a tyre is damaged, replace the damaged wheel (→ Changing a wheel). Seek expert assistance if necessary.  
seal the damaged tyre with the breakdown set and inflate (→ Breakdown set).  
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.  
The text message Tyres pressure too low! is shown in the instrument cluster.  
The warning indicates at least one tyre with a critical tyre pressure.  
1. Drive on carefully and go immediately to a filling station. Slowly turn the steering wheel only slightly and brake carefully.  
2. Check the tyre pressure of all tyres and adjust if necessary (→ Tyre pressure).  
3. If a tyre cannot hold the tyre pressure, have the tyre replaced.  
replace the damaged wheel by a spare wheel or temporary spare wheel and go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen  
recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer .  
seal the damaged tyre with the breakdown set and go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an  
authorised Volkswagen repairer .  
The text message Please check tyre pressures is shown in the instrument cluster.  
The warning indicates at least one tyre with a reduced tyre pressure.  
1. Avoid long journeys and high speeds as long as the warning is displayed.  
2. Check the tyre pressure of all tyres and adjust if necessary (→ Tyre pressure).  
Fault in the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System  
The indicator lamp flashes for about 1 minute and then remains lit continuously yellow.  
The text message Temporary system fault is shown in the instrument cluster.  
One or more wheels with a tyre pressure sensor have been fitted but have not yet been detected by the system.  
1. Drive for a few minutes until the indicator lamp goes out.  
There is a transmission fault between the sensor and the system. The function of the system may be temporarily impaired if there is  
interference from signals in the same frequency range as these transmitters.  
1. Switch off or avoid any interference sources, e.g. two-way radios, remote controls or children’s toys.  
The indicator lamp flashes for about 1 minute and then remains lit continuously yellow.  
The text message Static system fault is displayed.  
No tyre pressure sensors were detected or the system is damaged.  
1. Go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
One or more wheels have been fitted without a tyre pressure sensor or with incompatible tyre pressure sensors or a tyre pressure  
sensor is faulty.  
1. Fit wheels with compatible and functioning tyre pressure sensors.  
You should carry out a wheel change yourself only when the vehicle is parked safely, you are familiar with the safety procedures and  
have access to the correct equipment. Some models are delivered from the factory without a jack or box spanner. If this is the case,  
have the wheel change carried out by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen  
repairer.  
If the vehicle is delivered from the factory with a jack, this must be used only if one wheel on the vehicle is damaged and has to be  
replaced. If both tyres on one side of the vehicle, both tyres on one axle, or all tyres are damaged, the factory-supplied jack must not  
be used. Instead, go to a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
The following steps must be carried out in order to change a wheel.  
1. Prepare vehicle for the wheel change (→ Changing a wheel).  
2. Vehicle- and equipment-dependent: remove subwoofer (→ Subwoofer).  
3. Remove spare wheel (→ Spare wheel and temporary spare wheel).  
4. Remove wheel cover or wheel bolt caps (→ Wheel cover) (→ Wheel bolt caps).  
5. Loosen the wheel bolts (→ Wheel bolts).  
6. Jack up the vehicle (→ Jack).  
7. Remove the damaged wheel and fit the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel (→ Wheels and tyres).  
WARNING  
Changing a wheel at the side of the road can be dangerous.  
If the vehicle and work area are not adequately secured, this can result in serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Change the wheel yourself only if you are familiar with the necessary actions. Otherwise, seek assistance from a suitably qualified  
workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.  
To reduce the risk of unintentional vehicle movement, park the vehicle properly at a safe distance from moving traffic (→ Parking).  
Apply the electronic parking brake.  
Move all vehicle occupants and particularly children so that they are at a safe distance from the work area and away from moving  
traffic.  
To warn other road users, switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle.  
Jack up the vehicle only on a flat and firm surface. Soft ground or surfaces at an incline under the vehicle jack may cause the  
vehicle to slip off the jack. If necessary, use a large, strong board or similar support for the jack.  
Use an anti-slip surface covering, such as a rubber mat, to prevent the jack from slipping on a slippery surface (e.g. a tiled floor).  
Always use suitable and undamaged tools to change the wheel.  
The wheel bolt tightening torque should be checked with a correctly functioning torque wrench immediately after changing a  
wheel.  
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, you must immediately adapt the system again after a wheel change  
(→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).  
Checklist  
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for changing the wheel →  
:
1. Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic. Observe all the important information on parking (→ Parking). The ground  
must be firm and level. Soft ground or surfaces at an incline under the vehicle jack may cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, use a large, strong board or similar support for the jack.  
2. Switch on the hazard warning lights (→ Centre console).  
3. Ensure that all occupants exit the vehicle and go to a safe place away from moving traffic, e.g. behind the safety barrier. Observe  
country-specific regulations on high-visibility waistcoats.  
4. Place the warning triangle in position to draw the attention of other road users to your vehicle.  
5. Adjust the steering wheel so that the wheels point straight forwards.  
6. Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being worked on with a stone, collapsible chocks or another suitable object.  
7. When towing a trailer: unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park it properly .  
8. Remove any items of luggage from the luggage compartment.  
9. Remove the collapsible spare wheel, spare wheel or temporary spare wheel and the vehicle toolkit from the luggage  
compartment.  
WARNING  
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.  
Always observe the items on the checklist.  
Observe the generally valid safety precautions.  
The subwoofer must be removed before the spare wheel can be taken out.  
Removing and installing the subwoofer (variant 1)  
Under the luggage compartment floor: removing the  
subwoofer (variant 1).  
1. In the 7-seater model: push the third seat row forwards in longitudinal direction and fold the rear seat backrest forwards  
(→ Third seat row).  
2. Open the boot lid.  
3. Remove the luggage compartment floor.  
4. Lift up the floor covering, if present, and remove.  
5. In the 7-seater model: lift the third seat row with the loops on the seat frame in the luggage compartment until it engages in  
position.  
6. To release the connector → Fig. 1 2 , press the lugs together (arrows 1 ).  
7. Pull off the connector → Fig. 1 2 as shown by the arrow, and place the disconnected electrical cable to one side.  
8. Unscrew handwheel → Fig. 1 3 in the direction of the arrow.  
9. Lift out the subwoofer carefully.  
1. Place the subwoofer carefully in the rim base. The tip of the arrow symbol “FRONT” on the subwoofer must face forwards.  
2. Plug in connector → Fig. 1 2 until it audibly engages.  
3. Screw the handwheel → Fig. 1 3 onto the threaded pin in the opposite direction to the arrow until the subwoofer is secured in  
place.  
4. If present, place the floor covering in the luggage compartment.  
5. Replace the luggage compartment floor.  
6. In the 7-seater model: lower the third seat row and fold the rear seat backrest to the rear.  
7. Close the boot lid.  
Removing and installing the subwoofer (variant 2)  
Under the luggage compartment floor: removing the  
subwoofer (variant 2).  
1. Open the boot lid.  
2. Lift up the variable luggage compartment floor until it is held in position by the side restraints.  
3. Unscrew handwheel → Fig. 2 1 in the direction of the arrow.  
4. To unlock the connector, press the catch on the end of the plug → Fig. 2 2 .  
5. Pull off the connector as shown by the arrow, and place the disconnected electrical cable to one side.  
6. Lift out the subwoofer carefully.  
1. Place the subwoofer carefully in the rim base. The tip of the arrow symbol “FRONT” → Fig. 2 3 on the subwoofer must face  
forwards.  
2. Plug in connector → Fig. 2 2 until the catch audibly engages.  
3. Screw the handwheel → Fig. 2 1 onto the threaded pin in the opposite direction to the arrow until the subwoofer is secured in  
place.  
4. Place the variable luggage compartment floor on the floor covering.  
5. Close the boot lid.  
NOTICE  
The subwoofer could be damaged if any liquids get into the luggage compartment.  
Remove any liquids that have leaked out immediately, e.g. with a dry cloth.  
Under the luggage compartment floor: handwheel for  
securing the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.  
Removing the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel  
1. Open the boot lid.  
2. Fold up or remove the luggage compartment floor.  
3. Lift up the floor covering, if present, and remove.  
4. Remove the vehicle toolkit with the container.  
5. Fully unscrew the handwheel in the middle of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel → Fig. 1 anticlockwise.  
6. Remove the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.  
Stowing the removed wheel  
1. If the removed wheel fits into the spare wheel well: place the removed wheel into the spare wheel well with the front side of the  
wheel rim facing downwards so that the centre hole in the rim is positioned exactly above the hole or threaded pin.  
If the replaced wheel does not fit into the spare wheel well, stow the wheel securely on the luggage compartment floor in the  
luggage compartment.  
2. Screw the handwheel clockwise onto the threaded pin until the replaced wheel is firmly secured.  
3. Return the vehicle toolkit to the container and stow the container in the luggage compartment.  
4. If present, place the floor covering in the luggage compartment.  
5. Replace the luggage compartment floor.  
6. Close the boot lid.  
If the spare wheel tyre is not the same as the tyres on the vehicle  
If the spare wheel tyre differs from the other tyres on the vehicle, the spare wheel must be used only in the event of a tyre failure and  
for a short time→  
.
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
Avoid full acceleration, sudden braking and fast driving through bends in the road.  
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel (→ Snow chains).  
The tyre pressure must be checked as soon as possible after fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel (→ Tyre pressure).  
The tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel must be checked each time the tyre pressure of the tyres in use is  
checked, at least once a month. The tyre pressure of the cold tyre on the spare wheel and temporary spare wheel must correspond to  
the information on the tyre pressure sticker (→ Tyre pressure).  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel can lead to a loss of control over the vehicle, serious accidents and cause  
fatal injuries.  
Do not use the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel under any circumstances if it is damaged or worn down to the tread wear  
indicators.  
If the spare wheel tyre is not the same as the tyres on the vehicle or you are using a temporary spare wheel, never drive faster than  
80 km/h (50 mph).  
Some vehicles may be equipped with a temporary spare wheel instead of a spare wheel. The temporary spare wheel can be  
recognised by a sticker and the text “80 km/h” or “50 mph. This is the maximum speed at which you are permitted to drive with  
this tyre. Do not cover the sticker during use of the wheel.  
Never drive further than 200 km (125 miles) with a temporary spare wheel if it is fitted to the drive axle.  
Do not accelerate quickly, brake suddenly or drive at high speed through bends.  
Replace the temporary spare wheel with a normal wheel as soon as possible. The temporary spare wheel is designed for a short  
period of use only.  
Always secure the temporary spare wheel with the wheel bolts supplied from the factory.  
Never use more than one temporary spare wheel at a time.  
Never drive using more than one spare wheel that differs from the normal tyres.  
After fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel, check the tyre pressure as quickly as possible (→ Tyre pressure).  
Do not use snow chains on the temporary spare wheel.  
Do not fit a temporary spare wheel to the rear axle when towing a trailer .  
Removing wheel covers  
Removing the wheel cover.  
The wheel cover protects the wheel bolts and must be fitted again after changing the wheel.  
1. Take the hook from the vehicle toolkit (→ Vehicle toolkit).  
2. Insert the puller into one of the holes in the wheel cover.  
3. Use the puller to pull off the wheel cover in the direction of the arrow. If necessary, use a box spanner to do this → Fig. 1.  
Fitting wheel covers  
1. Check the correct position of the anti-theft wheel bolt (→ Wheels and tyres).  
2. Press the wheel cover onto the wheel rim so that the valve hole is located over the tyre valve. Please ensure the cover engages  
securely all the way round.  
WARNING  
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Incorrectly fitted hubcaps can become loose while the vehicle is in motion and endanger other road users.  
Do not use damaged hubcaps.  
Check that the wheel cover has engaged securely around the entire circumference.  
WARNING  
Incorrectly fitted hubcaps can interrupt or reduce the air supply for cooling the brakes. This also applies if hubcaps are retrofitted. If  
the airflow is not sufficient, the braking distance could increase significantly.  
This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.  
Check that the cutout for the tyre valve in the wheel cover is located in the correct position.  
Check that the wheel cover has engaged securely around the entire circumference.  
NOTICE  
The wheel cover may be bolted on and can be damaged if it is pulled off.  
Do not use force to pull off wheel covers that are bolted on.  
Removing the caps  
Removing the wheel bolt caps.  
The caps protect the wheel bolts and should be fitted fully back in position after changing the wheel.  
1. Take the hook from the vehicle toolkit (→ Vehicle toolkit).  
2. Insert the hook through the opening in the cap.  
3. Use the hook to pull off the cap in the direction of the arrow → Fig. 1.  
Fitting the caps  
1. Press the caps onto the bolts as far as they will go.  
The anti-theft wheel bolt has a separate cap. This cap only fits onto the anti-theft wheel bolt and not onto the conventional wheel  
bolts.  
Loosening wheel bolts.  
Use a suitable box spanner to loosen the wheel bolts.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack.  
1. Fit the box spanner over the wheel bolt as far as it will go.  
2. Hold the end of the box spanner and turn the wheel bolt one turn anticlockwise →  
.
If one of the wheel bolts is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down the end of the box spanner carefully with  
your foot. Hold on to the vehicle for support and ensure that you have a secure footing.  
Loosening the anti-theft wheel bolt  
1. Take the adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolt out of the vehicle toolkit.  
2. Push the adapter onto the anti-theft wheel bolt as far as it will go.  
3. Push the box spanner onto the adapter as far as it will go.  
4. Hold the end of the box spanner and turn the wheel bolt one turn anticlockwise →  
.
If one of the wheel bolts is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down the end of the box spanner carefully with  
your foot. Hold on to the vehicle for support and ensure that you have a secure footing.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are removed or undone by more than one turn before the vehicle is raised with the jack, the wheel can fall off and  
the vehicle could tip as a result.  
This can cause serious injuries.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the jack.  
Never place any part of your body, e.g. your arm, underneath the vehicle while you are loosening the wheel bolts.  
Jacking points  
On the sill: markings for the jacking points.  
The jack may be positioned only at the reinforcements on the underbody, which are located behind the markings on the body → Fig. 1.  
Always use the jacking point closest to the wheel that is being changed →  
.
Applying the jack  
Correct alignment of the jack.  
At the rear left-hand side of the vehicle: jack applied.  
Checklist  
Always carry out the following actions in the given order →  
:
1. Insert the hand crank into the opening on the jack.  
2. Find the jacking point under the vehicle → Fig. 1 which is closest to the wheel that is being changed.  
3. Crank up the jack until it just fits under the jacking point of the vehicle.  
4. Make sure that the entire surface of the foot of the jack is resting securely on the ground and that the foot of the jack is  
positioned vertically directly beneath the jacking point → Fig. 2 and → Fig. 3.  
5. Position the jack and simultaneously continue to crank the claw up until it is in position around the jacking point underneath the  
vehicle → Fig. 3.  
6. Crank the jack further until the wheel is just clear of the ground.  
WARNING  
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.  
Always observe the items on the checklist.  
Observe the generally valid safety precautions.  
WARNING  
Incorrect use of the vehicle jack can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack, which can lead to serious or fatal injury.  
Never jack up the vehicle if more than one wheel is damaged.  
Never jack up the vehicle when the engine is running.  
Never start the engine when the vehicle is jacked up. Engine vibrations can cause the vehicle to fall off the jack.  
Fit the jack only at the described jacking points. The jack claw must grip the vertical rib under the side member securely → Fig. 3.  
Use only vehicle jacks that have been approved by Volkswagen for your vehicle. Other vehicle jacks could slip out of position – this  
includes vehicle jacks supplied with other Volkswagen models.  
Jack up the vehicle only on a flat and firm surface. Soft ground or surfaces at an incline under the vehicle jack may cause the  
vehicle to slip off the jack. If necessary, use a large, strong board or similar support for the jack.  
Use a non-slip base such as a rubber mat to prevent the jack from slipping on a smooth surface, such as a tiled floor.  
Never place any part of your body, e.g. your arm, underneath the vehicle if the latter is only supported by the jack. If you have to  
work underneath the vehicle, use suitable stands to provide extra support for the vehicle.  
Removing the wheel  
Unscrew the wheel bolts with the wheel wrench.  
1. Observe the checklist (→ Changing a wheel).  
2. Loosen the wheel bolts (→ Wheel bolts).  
3. Jack up the vehicle (→ Jack).  
4. Using the wheel wrench → Fig. 1, completely unscrew loosened wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface.  
5. Remove the wheel.  
Fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel  
Correct position of the anti-theft wheel bolt.  
1. Note the tyre direction of rotation (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).  
2. Put the wheel in place.  
3. Use the adapter to screw the anti-theft wheel bolt clockwise to the correct position and tighten it slightly.  
On wheels with a wheel cover, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be screwed in at position → Fig. 2 2 or 3 according to the  
position of the tyre valve 1 . The wheel cover can otherwise not be fitted.  
4. Screw in wheel bolts in a clockwise direction, and tighten them slightly.  
5. Lower the vehicle with the jack.  
6. Use the box spanner to tighten every wheel bolt securely in a clockwise direction . Do not tighten the bolts in clockwise or  
anticlockwise sequence. Tighten them in diagonal sequence.  
7. Fit caps or hubcaps (→ Wheel cover) (→ Wheel bolt caps).  
After changing a wheel  
1. Clean the tools and place them back in the foam rubber holder in the luggage compartment.  
2. Stow the changed wheel securely in the luggage compartment.  
3. Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible at the nearest qualified workshop. Volkswagen  
recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.  
4. The damaged tyre should be replaced as soon as possible.  
Tightening torque for wheel bolts  
Specified tightening torque for wheel bolts for steel or alloy wheel rims:  
.
If the wheel bolts are corroded and stiff, they must be renewed and the wheel hub threads cleaned before the tightening torque is  
checked.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts or the threads of the wheel hubs.  
The tightening torque should be checked with a properly functioning torque wrench immediately after changing a wheel.  
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 them 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  
If the wrong wheel bolts are used, the wheel bolts can come loose while driving and lead to loss of control over the vehicle, serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always use wheel bolts that match the wheel rims and the vehicle type.  
Never use different wheel bolts.  
After changing a wheel, the indicator lamp for the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System may indicate a fault in the system (→ Tyre  
Pressure Loss Indicator) (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
If the dimensions of the new tyres are different from those of the tyres removed and require a different tyre pressure, the tyre  
pressure values for the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System must be adjusted (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).  
You can use the breakdown set to temporarily seal a tyre securely if the tread has been damaged by a foreign body or a puncture up to  
around 6 mm (around 15/64 in) in diameter. Do not remove foreign objects (e.g. screws) from the tyre!  
Once the sealant has been added to the tyre, the tyre pressure must be checked and adjusted again after approximately 10 minutes of  
driving.  
Seek expert assistance if more than one of the vehicle’s tyres is damaged. The breakdown set is designed to fill only one tyre.  
Use the breakdown set only when the vehicle has been safely parked and you know the work and safety precautions needed. Otherwise  
seek expert assistance.  
The tyre sealant must not be used: