2018 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Owners Manual

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Tires and wheels 
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  WARNING 
New tires or tires that are old, worn or damaged cannot provide maximum control and brak-ing performance. 
�x Improper care and handling of tires and wheels can reduce driving safety and

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Tire and wheel handling 
 
Fig. 92 Tire rotation diagram. 
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to the specified direction of rotation in order to deliver their best grip, braking performance, low road noise, and good wear as well as good hydroplaning resistance. 
If you have to mount a tire o

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The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are in-stalled, wheel bolts with the right length and bolt head shape must be used. This helps to ensure

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�x Install only radial tires of the same make, the same dimensions (tread circumference), and similar tread profile on all 4 wheels. 
�x The tread depth of new tires can differ between tire models a

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Tire inflation pressure 
 
Fig. 93 On the driver door jamb: Location of the tire inflation pressure label. 
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  WARNING 
Incorrect tire pressure can cause a sudden tire failure or blowout, loss of control, collision, serious personal injury, and even death. 
�x Always inflate tires to the recommended and co