2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC wheel bolts

Fig. 201 Removing the wheel cover.
The wheel cover protects the wheel bolts and must be fitted again after changing the wheel.
Removing wheel covers
Vehicle toolkit

the box spanner through the wire hook Fig. 201and remove the wheel cover in the
direction of the arrow.
Fitting wheel covers
-theft wheel bolt Wheel bolts
alve hole is located over the tyre valve
Fig. 204
The wheel cover must engage securely in position around the entire circumference.

WARNING
Using unsuitable hubcaps, or fitting them incorrectly, can cause accidents and serious injuries.
road users.

ted or reduced. This also applies if
hubcaps are retrofitted. If the airflow is not sufficient, the braking distance could increase
significantly.
Wheel bolt caps

Fig. 202 Removing the wheel bolt caps.
The caps protect the wheel bolts and should be placed fully back in position after changing the
wheel.
Removing and fitting the caps
Vehicle toolkit
Fig. 202and pull off in the direction of the
arrow.

The anti-theft wheel bolt has a separate cap. It only fits onto the anti-theft wheel bolt and not onto
conventional wheel bolts.
Changing a wheel
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
Preparations for changing a wheel
Wheel bolts
Lifting the vehicle with the jack
Changing a wheel
After changing a wheel
Some models are delivered from the factory without a jack or box spanner. In this case, the wheel
should be changed by a qualified workshop.
The vehicle jack supplied with the vehicle is only designed for changing a wheel when one vehicle
tyre 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, seek expert assistance.

WARNING

Manual gearbox: select a gear.

Ask all vehicle occupants to leave the vehicle and stand at a safe distance away from moving traffic.

Switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle In an emergency. Observe any
legal requirements.

Chock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being worked on with a stone, collapsible chocks or
another suitable object.

When towing a trailer: unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park it properly .

Remove any items of luggage from the luggage compartment.

Remove the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel and the vehicle toolkit from the luggage
compartment.

Remove the hubcaps Hubcaps.

WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.

Wheel bolts

Fig. 203 Changing a wheel: loosening the wheel bolts.

Fig. 204
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Use a suitable box spanner to loosen the wheel bolts.
Slacken the wheel bolts only by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the vehicle
jack.
If a wheel bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing down the end of the spanner
carefully with your foot. Hold on to the car for support and take care not to slip.
Loosening the wheel bolts
it will go Fig. 203
-clockwise
Loosening the anti-theft wheel bolt
-theft wheel bolt out of the vehicle toolkit.
anti-theft wheel bolt as far as it will go.

-clockwise
Screwing in the anti-theft wheel bolt (wheel cover)

s with a wheel cover, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be screwed into position
Fig. 2

Tightening torque of wheel bolts
Specified tightening torque for wheel bolts for steel or alloy wheels:
Nm
If the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn, they must be replaced before the tightening
torque is checked and the wheel hub threads cleaned.
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts or the threads of the wheel hub.
The tightening torque should be checked with a properly functioning torque wrench immediately
after changing a wheel.

WARNING
Incorrectly tightened wheel bolts can loosen while the vehicle is in motion and cause accidents,
serious injury, and loss of control of the vehicle.
easily.
bolts.
the wheel bolts only by approximately one turn before raising the vehicle with the vehicle
jack.
loosen while the vehicle is in motion, even if they have been tightened with the specified tightening
torque.
-on rings.
while the vehicle is in motion. The wheel bolts and the threads could be damaged if the tightening
torque is too high. Check the tightening torque regularly using a torque wrench.

WARNING
The wrong wheel bolts can loosen while the vehicle is in motion and cause accidents, serious injury,
and loss of control of the vehicle.

piece wheel bolts: use only two-piece wheel bolts.
Lifting the vehicle with the jack

Fig. 205 Jacking points.

Fig. 206 Jack fitted at the rear on the left-side of the vehicle.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
The jack may be positioned only at the reinforcements on the underbody, which are located behind
the markings on the body Fig. 205
working on
Checklist
For your own safety, carry out the following points in the specified order

Choose a firm and level surface suitable for lifting the vehicle.

Switch off the engine. Select a gear on vehicles with a manual gearbox or move the selector lever to
position P on vehicles with DSG

Loosen the wheel bolts Wheel bolts.

Find the jacking point under the vehicle which is closest to the wheel that is being changed.

Insert the crank into the opening on the jack (depends on the vehicle equipment).

Crank up the jack until it just fits under the jacking point of the vehicle.

Ensure that the entire surface of the foot of the jack is resting securely on the floor, and that the
foot of the jack is positioned fully underneath the point of application and .

Position the jack and simultaneously continue to crank the claw up until it is in position around the
vertical rib underneath the vehicle .

Crank the jack further until the wheel is just clear of the ground.

WARNING
Incorrect use of the vehicle jack could cause the vehicle to slip off the jack. This could lead to severe
injuries. Observe the following points in order to reduce the risk of injuries:
jacks could slip out of position this includes vehicle jacks supplied with other Volkswagen models.
the vehicle to slip off the jack. If necessary, use a large, sturdy board or similar support for the
vehicle jack.

side member securely Fig. 206
lace any part of your body (e.g. an arm or leg) underneath the vehicle if the latter is
supported only by the vehicle jack.

cle when the engine is running, or if the vehicle is tilted to one side or on a
gradient.
cause the vehicle to fall off the vehicle jack.

WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries.

Changing a wheel

Fig. 207 Changing a wheel: removing the wheel bolts with the screwdriver handle.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Removing a wheel
Preparations for changing a wheel
Wheel bolts
Lifting the vehicle with the jack
Fig. 207
wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface.

Fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
y attention to the tyre direction of rotation Tyre lettering and tyre type