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Fig. 162
following describes the maximum scope. 
Key to Fig. 162 
Screwdriver with hexagon socket in the handle for unscrewing or tightening slackened wheel 
bolts. The screwdriver blade is reversible. The screwdriver may be stowed under the box spanner. 
Adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolt. Volkswagen recommends that you carry the wheel bolt 
adapter in the vehicle toolkit at all times. The code number of the anti-theft wheel bolt is engraved 
on the front of the adapter. You will need this number to replace the adapter if lost. Make a note of 
the code number for the anti-theft wheel bolt and keep it in a safe place but not inside the vehicle. 
Removable towing eye. 
Wire hook for pulling off the centre wheel trims, wheel covers and the wheel bolt caps. 
Vehicle jack. Before you repack the jack, you must fully wind in the claw. 
Box spanner for wheel bolts. 
Crank. 
Vehicle jack: maintenance 
There are no maintenance cycles for the vehicle jack. Grease it with universal lubricant when 
necessary. 
Wiper blades 
Service position 
 
Fig. 163 Wiper blades in service position. 
The windscreen wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position. Proceed as 
follows to move the wipers to the service position Fig. 163 
Activating service position 
In the engine compartment  
     
        
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Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator. In the event of a malfunction, the indicator lamp will flash for 65 
seconds and then light up continuously. However, the indicator lamp will go out when the road 
conditions or driving style change. 
Useful information about wheels and tyres 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Handling wheels and tyres
Wheel rims and wheel bolts
Tyre pressure
Tread depth and wear indicators
Tyre damage
Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
Tyre lettering and tyre type
Maximum load and speed range for tyres
Winter tyres
Snow chains
The tyres are the most heavily loaded and most underestimated parts of a vehicle. Tyres are very 
important as the narrow tyre contact surfaces are the only contact between the vehicle and the 
road. 
The service life of tyres is dependent on tyre pressure, driving style, handling and correct fitting. 
 
WARNING 
New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full vehicle control and 
braking efficiency. 
injuries. 
s must be fitted with radial tyres of the same type, size (rolling circumference) and 
the same tread pattern. 
particularly carefully for the first 600 km in order to prevent accidents and serious injury. 
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.  
     
        
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must be replaced as soon as possible. 
 
grip. 
he vehicle pulls to one side when driving, stop the car 
immediately and check the wheels and tyres for damage. 
injury, never loosen the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rim rings. 
damaged, even if the damage is not visible. 
ally at high 
speeds, and thus cause accidents and serious injuries. Avoid using tyres that are more than six years 
old. If you have no alternative, drive slowly and with extra care at all times. 
 
WARNING 
If the wheels are incorrectly fastened or if wheel bolts are missing, the wheels could come loose, 
leading to a loss of control over the vehicle, causing accidents and serious injuries. 
 
type. 
available, tighten the wheel bolts with the wheel wrench and have the torque checked without delay 
by the nearest qualified workshop. 
Handling wheels and tyres 
 
Fig. 193 Illustration: diagram showing how to swap wheels 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings 
     
        
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Avoid heavy impacts and drive round obstacles whenever possible. Tyres can be deformed by 
potholes and kerb edges especially. This can cause damage to the tyres and wheel rims. 
 
Old tyres should be disposed of as required by legislation. 
 
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. This certificate must be stored in a safe place in 
the vehicle. 
Wheel rims and wheel bolts 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
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. 
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. 
The tightening torque of the wheel bolts must be checked regularly with a properly functioning 
torque wrench. 
Wheel bolts 
The correct wheel bolts must be used for each vehicle type; these bolts must always be tightened 
with the correct tightening torque Wheel bolts 
Wheel rims with bolted rim rings or trim elements 
Rims with bolted-on rings or trim elements consist of several components. These components are 
joined together using special bolts. Damaged wheel rims must be replaced and must always be 
repaired only by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for 
this purpose  
Wheel rim identification 
In some countries, new wheel rims must contain information on certain properties. The following 
information may appear on the wheel rim: 
 
 
 
ed (month/year) 
  
     
        
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WARNING 
The use of unsuitable or damaged wheel rims can impair vehicle safety and cause accidents and 
serious injuries. 
ave been approved for the vehicle. 
 
 
WARNING 
Incorrect loosening and tightening of the bolts on wheel rims with bolted-on rings can cause 
accidents and serious injuries. 
on wheel rims with bolted-on rings. 
-on rings must be carried out by a qualified workshop. Volkswagen 
recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose. 
Tyre pressure 
 
Fig. 194 Symbols on the tyre pressure sticker. 
 
Fig. 195 On the driver door pillar: tyre pressure sticker (alternatively on the inside of the tank flap).  
     
        
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temporary spare wheel should be exchanged for a normal wheel as soon as possible. The 
temporary spare wheel is designed for a short period of use only. 
-supplied wheel bolts. 
ve using more than one spare wheel that differs from the normal tyres. 
Tyre pressure 
 
ot fit a temporary spare wheel to the rear axle when towing a trailer  
Tyre lettering and tyre type 
 
Fig. 198 International tyre lettering. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
 Fig. 198  Tyre lettering 
(example) 
Meaning 
 Product name Individual tyre designation of the manufacturer. 
 DOT The tyre complies with the legal requirements of 
the USA Department of Transportation, 
responsible for tyre safety standards. 
 JHCO CHWS 2213 Tyre identification number (a)  may be only 
on the inner side of the wheel) and date of  
     
        
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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: 
T
y
r
e 
si
z
e 
W
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l 
r
i
m 
2
0
5
/
6
0 
R
1
6 
6
J 
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1
6
 
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f
f
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t 
4
3 
Volkswagen recommends that you ask your Volkswagen dealership for information about 
appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain sizes. 
If possible, use snow chains with fine-pitch links which do not protrude more than 13.5 mm, 
including the tensioner. 
Remove centre wheel trims and rim trim rings before fitting snow chains 
caps must then be fitted over the wheel bolts. Caps are available from Volkswagen dealerships. 
Using snow chains with fitted temporary spare wheel/collapsible spare wheel 
For technical reasons, snow chains must not be used on the temporary spare wheel/collapsible 
spare wheel Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel 
llapsible 
spare wheel on the rear axle. 
  
     
        
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Fig. 200 Removing the centre wheel trim by turning. 
The centre wheel trim protects the wheel bolts and must be fitted again after changing the wheel. 
Vehicles with centre wheel trims that can be removed by pulling 
Vehicle toolkitand insert it into a hole 
(alloy wheel) or fit it on the edge (steel wheel) of the trim Fig. 199 
 cover in the direction of the arrow. 
 
Vehicles with centre wheel trims that can be removed by turning 
-clockwise until it is released from the rim 
Fig. 200 
 
 
 
 
WARNING 
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious injuries. 
road users. 
 
 the airflow to cool the brakes is not restricted or reduced. This also applies if 
hubcaps are retrofitted. If the airflow is not sufficient, the braking distance could increase 
significantly. 
Wheel cover