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2024-2025 Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door Wheels and tires -> Wheel change User Manual

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Wheels and tires -> Wheel change for Your Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door Third Generation (2024-2025)

2. Check the tires for visible damage.  
3. If there is no visible damage on the tires, drive at reduced speed to the nearest gas station and check the tire pressure.  
Adjust it if necessary.  
4. If one of the tires is damaged, change the damaged wheel ⇒ Wheel change. If necessary, contact an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
5. Recalibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .  
6. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction  
The yellow indicator light flashes for approximately one minute and then stays on.  
There is a system malfunction.  
1.  
Stop the vehicle immediately where it is safe to do so.  
2. Switch the ignition off and back on again.  
3. Recalibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .  
4. If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualified professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Driving on unpaved roads for a long period of time or sporty driving can deactivate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
temporarily. If there is a malfunction, the indicator light flashes for approximately one minute and then stays on. However,  
the indicator light will turn off if the road conditions or driving style changes.  
Wheel change  
Introduction  
Only change the wheel yourself if the vehicle is parked securely, you are familiar with the safety precautions and the  
necessary procedures and you have the necessary tools. Some vehicles are delivered from the factory without a vehicle jack  
and lug wrench. In such cases, have the wheel changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen  
Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service  
Facility.  
If the vehicle is delivered ex factory with a jack, this jack is only designed for a wheel change in the event that a wheel on the  
vehicle has been damaged and needs to be replaced. If both tires on one side of the vehicle, both tires on one axle, or all tires  
are damaged, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.  
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
You must carry out the following steps to change a wheel.  
1. Prepare the vehicle for the wheel change ⇒ Preparing Your Vehicle.  
2. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
3. Take out the spare wheel ⇒ Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel.  
4. Remove the wheel hub cover or wheel bolt caps ⇒ Removing and Fitting Wheel Hub Covers, ⇒ Removing and Fitting  
the Wheel Bolt Caps.  
5. Loosen the wheel bolts ⇒ Loosening wheel bolts.  
6. Jack up the car ⇒ Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
7. Remove the damaged wheel and fit the spare wheel or compact spare wheel ⇒ Changing a wheel.  
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WARNING  
It can be dangerous to change a wheel at the roadside.  
If the vehicle and work area are not secured properly, serious accidents and fatal injuries may occur.  
Only carry out the wheel change yourself if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Instead, seek assistance  
from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends  
contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
Park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic.  
Always switch off the engine and move the selector lever to the P position to reduce the risk of the vehicle moving  
unintentionally.  
Set the electronic parking brake.  
Move all passengers, particularly children, to a safe distance away from the working area on the side facing away  
from moving traffic.  
Switch on the emergency flashers to warn other road users and set up the warning triangle.  
Only jack up the vehicle on level, firm ground. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.  
If you are on a slippery surface such as tile, place a non-slippery object such as a rubber mat on the ground to  
prevent the jack from slipping.  
Only use suitable and undamaged tools for wheel changes.  
After changing a wheel, immediately check the tightening torque of the wheel bolts with an undamaged torque  
wrench that is functioning correctly.  
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, you must recalibrate the system immediately  
after a wheel is changed ⇒ How the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Works .  
Preparing Your Vehicle  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Checklist  
Always perform the following steps in the specified order to prepare for a wheel change ⇒  
:
1. Park the vehicle a safe distance from moving traffic. Observe all important information on parking when doing so  
⇒ Parking. The ground must be level and firm. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the vehicle jack.  
2. Switch on the emergency flashers ⇒ Center console.  
3. Have all vehicle occupants exit the vehicle on the side facing away from traffic and move to a safe area, such as behind a  
guard rail. Follow the local regulations regarding wearing a reflective vest.  
4. Set up the warning triangle to warn others on the road about the vehicle.  
5. Adjust the steering wheel so that the wheels are not pointing straight forward.  
6. Block the tire that is diagonal from the one you will be changing with a stone, chocks, or another suitable object.  
7. In trailer mode: Disconnect the trailer from the towing vehicle and park it ⇒ Trailer towing.  
8. If the luggage compartment is full: remove the contents from the luggage compartment.  
9. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
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10. Remove the collapsible spare wheel, full-size spare wheel or compact spare wheel and the vehicle tool kit from the  
luggage compartment.  
WARNING  
Failing to heed this checklist that is provided for your own safety can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Always follow the tasks in the checklist.  
Observe the general safety precautions.  
Removing and installing the subwoofer  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
The subwoofer must be removed before the spare wheel can be removed.  
Introduction.  
Removing and fitting the subwoofer (variant 1)  
Fig. 220 Under the luggage compartment floor: removing the subwoofer (variant 1).  
Removing the subwoofer  
1. For the seven-seater: Adjust the third row seat forward or backwards and fold the rear seat backrest forward ⇒ Folding  
the third row seat into the cargo floor position.  
2. Open the trunk lid.  
3. Remove the luggage compartment floor.  
4. If present, lift up and remove the carpet.  
5. For the seven-seater: Lift the third row seat with the loops on the seat frame in the luggage compartment until it clicks into  
place.  
6. To release the connector, press the fig. 220 lugs together (arrows  
).  
7. Remove the connector fig. 220 in the direction of the arrow and set the electrical wire that you have just removed to one  
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side.  
8. Unscrew the handwheel fig. 220 in the direction of the arrow.  
9. Lift the subwoofer out carefully.  
Installing the subwoofer:  
1. Place the subwoofer carefully in the rim well. The arrow symbol with the word “FRONT” on the subwoofer must point  
forward.  
2. Plug in the connector fig. 220 until it audibly engages.  
3. Turn the handwheel fig. 220 on the threaded pin in the opposite direction to the arrow until the subwoofer is securely  
fastened.  
4. Place the carpet (if there is one) in the luggage compartment.  
5. Reinsert the luggage compartment floor.  
6. For the seven-seater: Lower the third row seat and fold the rear seat backrest to the rear.  
7. Close the trunk lid.  
Removing and fitting the subwoofer (variant 2)  
Fig. 221 Under the luggage compartment floor: removing the subwoofer (variant 2).  
Removing the subwoofer:  
1. Open the trunk lid.  
2. Lift the variable luggage compartment floor until it can be held by the side retainers.  
3. Unscrew the handwheel fig. 221 in the direction of the arrow.  
4. To release the connector, press the locking mechanism on the end of the connector fig. 221.  
5. Remove the connector in the direction of the arrow and set the electrical wire that you have just removed to one side.  
6. Lift the subwoofer out carefully.  
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Installing the subwoofer:  
1. Place the subwoofer carefully in the rim well. The point of the “FRONT” fig. 221 arrow symbol on the subwoofer must fac  
forward  
2. Connect the connector until the lock fig. 221 latches into place.  
3. Turn the handwheel fig. 221 on the threaded pin in the opposite direction to the arrow until the subwoofer is securely  
fastened.  
4. Place the variable luggage compartment floor on the floor cover.  
5. Close the trunk lid.  
NOTICE  
Leaking liquids in the luggage compartment can damage the subwoofer.  
Immediately remove any spilled liquids, e.g. with a dry cloth.  
Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Fig. 222 Under the luggage compartment floor: handwheel to secure the spare wheel.  
Removing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
1. For the seven-seater: push the second row of seats forward and fold forward the rear seat backrest of the third row of  
seats.  
2. Open the trunk lid.  
3. Take the luggage compartment floor out of the luggage compartment.  
4. If present, lift up and remove the carpet.  
5. For the seven-seater: lift up the third row of seats with the loops on the seat frame in the luggage compartment as far as i  
will go.  
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6. Remove the vehicle tool kit with the container.  
7. Depending on the vehicle and vehicle equipment, remove the subwoofer ⇒ Removing and installing the subwoofer.  
8. Remove the locking wedge fig. 222  
upward.  
9. Turn the handwheel in the center of the spare wheel fig. 222  
all the way counterclockwise.  
10. Remove the spare wheel, collapsible spare wheel, or compact spare wheel.  
Stowing the removed tire  
1. For the seven-seater: push the second row of seats forward and fold forward the rear seat backrest of the third row of  
seats.  
2. For the seven-seater: lift up the third row of seats with the loops on the seat frame in the luggage compartment as far as i  
will go.  
3. If the removed wheel fits in the spare wheel well: place the removed wheel with the front of the rim facing down into the  
spare wheel well so that the center hole on the rim is directly above the hole or the threaded pin.  
If the removed wheel does not fit in the spare wheel well, securely stow the wheel in the luggage compartment on the  
luggage compartment floor.  
4. Turn the handwheel clockwise on the threaded pin until the removed wheel is securely fastened.  
5. Position the locking wedge fig. 222  
in the slot on the threaded pin so that the handwheel cannot turn.  
6. Place the vehicle tool kit back in the container and stow it in the luggage compartment.  
7. Place the carpet (if there is one) in the luggage compartment.  
8. Reinsert the luggage compartment floor.  
9. For the seven-seater: lower the third row of seats until it engages securely and fold the rear seat backrest to the rear.  
10. Close the trunk lid.  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular tires  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular wheels, then the spare wheel must only be used in the event of a vehicle  
breakdown and only for a short period of time ⇒  
Note the driver information:  
.
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
Avoid hard acceleration, heavy braking, and fast cornering.  
Do not use snow chains on the compact spare wheel ⇒ Snow chains.  
After installing the spare wheel or compact spare wheel, check the tire pressure as soon as possible ⇒ Checking the tir  
pressure.  
The tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel must be checked every time the tire pressure of the regular  
wheels is taken, or at least once a month. The tire pressure of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel when the tires are col  
must correspond to the details on the tire pressure label ⇒ Checking the tire pressure  
WARNING  
Incorrect handling of the spare wheel or compact spare wheel can result in loss of vehicle control, serious accidents or  
death.  
Never use the spare wheel or compact spare wheel if it is damaged or if it is worn down to the wear indicator.  
If the spare wheel is different from the regular wheels or you are using a compact spare wheel, never drive faster  
than 80 km/h (50 mph).  
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Some vehicles may be equipped with a compact spare wheel instead of a spare wheel. The compact spare wheel  
can be identified by a label stating “80 km/h” or “50 mph”. This label indicates the permitted maximum speed at  
which the tire may be driven. Do not cover the sticker while the wheel is in use.  
Never drive more than 200 km (125 miles) with a temporary compact spare wheel fitted to the drive axle.  
Avoid hard acceleration, hard braking, and driving fast around curves.  
Replace the compact spare wheel as soon as possible with a regular wheel. The spare wheel is only intended for  
short-term use.  
Always secure the compact spare wheel with the wheel bolts supplied by the factory.  
Never drive with more than one compact spare wheel.  
Never drive with more than one spare wheel that differs from the regular tires.  
After mounting the spare wheel or compact spare wheel, check the tire pressure as soon as possible ⇒ Checking  
the tire pressure.  
Do not use snow chains on the compact spare wheel.  
Never mount a compact spare wheel on the rear axle when in trailer mode ⇒ Trailer towing.  
Removing and Fitting Wheel Hub Covers  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Removing wheel hub covers  
Fig. 223 Remove the wheel hub cover.  
The full wheel covers protect the wheel bolts and must be reattached after a wheel change.  
1. Take the extraction hook out of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Vehicle tool kit components.  
2. Engage the extraction hook in one of the openings on the wheel hub cover.  
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3. Remove the wheel hub cover with extraction hook in the direction of the arrow. If necessary, use a lug wrench for remova  
fig. 223.  
Installing the full wheel cover  
1. Press the full wheel cover onto the rim so that the opening for the valve aligns with the tire valve. Make sure that the entir  
outer edge of the cover is secured.  
WARNING  
Unsuitable wheel covers and assembling wheel covers incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Wheel covers that are installed incorrectly can loosen while driving and endanger other road users.  
Do not use damaged hubcaps.  
Check whether the wheel hub cover is securely engaged all the way around.  
WARNING  
Hubcaps that are installed incorrectly can cause the air supply for cooling the brakes to be interrupted or reduced. This  
also applies when wheel covers are retrofitted. An insufficient air supply can cause the braking distance to increase  
significantly.  
This can cause accidents and fatal injuries.  
Check whether the cut-out for the tire valve in the wheel hub cover is in the right position.  
Check whether the wheel hub cover is securely engaged all the way around.  
NOTICE  
The wheel hub cover might be screwed on tightly and may be damaged if it is pulled off.  
Do not use force to remove tightly screwed wheel hub covers.  
Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Removing the Caps  
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Fig. 224 Remove the caps from the wheel bolts.  
The caps are for protecting the wheel bolts and must be completely reattached after a wheel change.  
1. Take the extraction hook out of the vehicle tool kit ⇒ Vehicle tool kit components.  
2. Insert the extraction hook into the opening in the cap.  
3. Remove the cap with extraction hook in the direction of the arrow fig. 224.  
Putting on Caps  
1. Push the cap all the way onto the wheel bolts.  
Loosening wheel bolts  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
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Fig. 225 Loosening wheel bolts.  
Use a suitable lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts a few turns while the vehicle is not raised with the vehicle jack.  
1. Slide the lug wrench all the way onto the wheel bolt.  
2. Hold the end of the lug wrench and turn the wheel bolt about one turn counterclockwise ⇒  
.
If a wheel bolt cannot be loosened, carefully press on the end of the lug wrench using your foot. Hold onto the vehicle  
firmly while doing this and make sure you have secure footing.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are removed or loosened by more than one rotation before the vehicle is jacked up, the wheel could fall  
off and the vehicle might tip.  
This can result in serious injuries.  
Only loosen the wheel bolts about one turn while the vehicle is not lifted with the jack.  
Never place any part of your body, such as your arm, under the vehicle while you loosen the wheel bolts.  
Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Lift points  
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Fig. 226 On the side sill: markings for the jack lift points.  
The vehicle jack must only be positioned at the reinforced areas on the underbody that are located behind the markings on th  
vehicle body fig. 226. Always use the lift point that is nearest to the wheel you are changing ⇒  
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Positioning the vehicle jack  
Fig. 227 Correct jack setup.  
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Fig. 228 On the left side of the vehicle at the rear: jack in position.  
Checklist  
For your own safety, follow the points below in the order they are given ⇒  
:
1. Position the hand crank in the mount on the jack.  
2. Find the vehicle lift point fig. 226 under the vehicle that is closest to the wheel you will be changing.  
3. Crank the jack upward so that it is still positioned under the vehicle lift point.  
4. Make sure the entire base of the jack is seated securely on the ground and that the base of the jack is located exactly  
directly below the lift point fig. 227 and fig. 228.  
5. Straighten the jack and continue cranking the claw on the top of the jack upward until the claw is positioned on the jacking  
point under the vehicle fig. 228.  
6. Continue raising the vehicle jack until the wheel is lifted off the ground.  
WARNING  
Failing to heed this checklist that is provided for your own safety can cause accidents and serious injuries.  
Always follow the tasks in the checklist.  
Observe the general safety precautions.  
WARNING  
Using the vehicle jack incorrectly can cause the vehicle to slip from the jack, resulting in serious injuries or death.  
Never raise the vehicle if more than one wheel is damaged.  
Never jack up the vehicle when the engine is running.  
Never start the engine if the vehicle is raised. Engine vibrations could cause the vehicle to fall off the jack.  
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Only place the vehicle jack at the lift points described. The bracket on the vehicle jack must firmly grip the sill  
fig. 228.  
Only use jacks that are approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle. Other vehicle jacks, including those approved for  
other Volkswagen models, could slip.  
Only jack up the vehicle on level, firm ground. Sloped or soft ground can cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. If  
necessary, place a large, stable surface under the jack.  
If you are on a slippery surface such as tile, place a non-slippery object such as a rubber mat on the ground to  
prevent the jack from slipping.  
Never place any part of your body, such as your arm, under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack. If you  
must work underneath the vehicle, additionally support the vehicle securely with suitable stands.  
Changing a wheel  
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒  
Introduction.  
Removing a wheel  
Fig. 229 Removing wheel bolts with the lug wrench.  
1. Follow the checklist ⇒ Preparing Your Vehicle.  
2. Loosen the wheel bolts ⇒ Loosening wheel bolts.  
3. Raise the vehicle ⇒ Raising the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
4. Remove loose wheel bolts completely using the lug wrench fig. 229 and place the bolts on a clean surface.  
5. Remove the wheel.  
Installing a spare wheel or compact spare wheel  
1. Note the running direction of the tire ⇒ Tire labeling and tire classifications .  
2. Position the wheel.  
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3. Screw in the other wheel bolts clockwise, tightening them slightly.  
4. Lower the vehicle with the vehicle jack.  
5. Tighten all wheel bolts securely clockwise using the lug wrench ⇒  
. Do not go in order around the wheel while doing  
this, but rather always switch to a wheel bolt on the opposite side.  
6. Fit the caps or hubcap ⇒ Removing and Fitting Wheel Hub Covers, ⇒ Removing and Fitting the Wheel Bolt Caps.  
After a wheel change  
1. Clean the vehicle tool kit and place it back in the foam piece in the luggage compartment.  
2. Stow the old wheel securely in the luggage compartment.  
3. Get the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as possible at the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
4. Get the damaged tires replaced as soon as possible.  
Wheel bolt tightening specification  
Tightening specification for wheel bolts in steel and aluminum alloy rims:  
140 Nm (103 ft-lbs).  
Wheel bolts that are corroded and difficult to turn must be replaced and the threads in the wheel hub must be cleaned before  
checking the tightening torque.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub.  
Check the tightening torque using a functioning torque wrench immediately after changing a wheel.  
WARNING  
If the wheel bolts are not tightened enough to meet the specification, the wheel bolts and consequently the wheel could  
come loose while driving. Exceeding the tightening specification could damage the wheel bolts and threads.  
Wheel bolts that are tightened incorrectly or missing could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and lead to serious  
accidents and fatal injuries.  
Always tighten the wheel bolts to the correct tightening torque. If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the  
wheel bolts with the lug wrench and then have the tightening torque checked as soon as possible by an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
Never drive with missing or loose wheel bolts.  
Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hub. Even when tightened to the specification,  
they could become loose while driving.  
Ensure the wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs are clean, easy to move and free of oil and grease.  
Never loosen the bolts on rims with a bolted rim ring.  
WARNING  
Incorrect wheel bolts can loosen while driving and cause loss of vehicle control, serious accidents, and fatal injuries.  
Always use wheel bolts that are correct for the rim and the vehicle model.  
Never use different wheel bolts.  
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The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light may indicate a system malfunction after a wheel is changed  
⇒ Troubleshooting the Tire Pressure Monitoring System .  
Tire characteristics  
Tire labeling and tire classifications  
Fig. 230 International tire labeling.  
fig. 230Tire labeling (example), meaning  
Product name  
Individual manufacturer tire designation.  
The tire conforms to the legal requirements of the  
Department of Transportation in the USA, which is  
responsible for tire safety standards.  
DOT  
Tire identification number (TIN – may only be on the inner  
side of the tire) and production date:  
Code for the factory that produced the  
tire and specifications from the tire  
JHCO CHWS  
manufacturer for the tire size and tire  
JHCO CHWS 2213  
characteristics.  
Production date: 22nd week in the year  
2213  
2013.  
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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