2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC Owners Manual

e.g. tyre identification number and manufacturing date.
Any additional numbers and letters are internal codes used by the tyre manufacturer or country-
specific identifiers.
Low-profile tyres
Low-profile tyres have a wider tread surface, larger rim diameter and lower side walls than
conventional wheel/tyre combinations -profile tyres can improve the vehicle's handling
and precision. They may however result in a less comfortable ride on poor road surfaces and tracks.
Tyres with directional tread pattern
An arrow on the tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rotation on tyres with directional tread
pattern. The direction of rotation must be observed in all cases. This guarantees the best possible
running characteristics.
If, however, the tyre is fitted in the opposite direction to the tread pattern, you must take more care
when driving as the tyre is now no longer being used according to its designation. The tyre must be
replaced as quickly as possible or be fitted with the tread in the correct direction.
Asymmetrical tyres
Asymmetrical tyres take into account the differing behaviour of the inner and outer areas of the
tread pattern. The sidewalls of asymmetrical tyres are marked to indicate "inside" or "outside".
Make sure that you observe the correct tyre positioning on the wheel rim.
Tyre load
The load index indicates how many kilograms can be loaded onto an individual tyre (tyre load).

xamples:
78425 kg81462 kg83487 kg85515 kg87545 kg88560 kg91615 kg92630 kg93650 kg95690 kg97730
kg99775 kg100800 kg101825 kg102850 kg103875 kg104900 kg
Speed index
The speed index indicates the maximum permitted speed that may be driven with the tyres.
Pmax. 150 km/h (93 mph)Qmax. 160 km/h (99 mph)Rmax. 170 km/h (106 mph)Smax. 180 km/h
(112 mph)Tmax. 190 km/h (118 mph)Umax. 200 km/h (125 mph)Hmax. 210 km/h
(130 mph)Vmax. 240 km/h (149 mph)Wmax. 270 km/h (168 mph)Ymax. 300 km/h
(186 mph)Zover 240 km/h (149 mph)
Some tyre manufacturers use the code ZR for tyres with a maximum permitted speed of over
240 km/h (149 mph).
a) The TIN is the tyre serial number.
Maximum load and speed range for tyres
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Vehicles in the EU and the so-called EU user states are issued an EC Certificate of Conformity. This
details the size, diameter, load rating and speed range of all tyres approved by Volkswagen for the
relevant vehicle type.
The type plate shows whether there is an EC certificate of conformity for this particular vehicle. The
type plate can be seen on the lower part of the door pillar when the driver door is open Technical
data
that the vehicle has an EC certificate of
conformity.
certificate of conformity.
Winter tyres
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Winter or all-year tyres improve the handling and braking response in winter conditions. Volkswagen
recommends that winter tyres be fitted to the vehicle at temperatures below +7

peed index
Speed limitation
Winter tyres have a speed limit depending on the speed index Tyre lettering and tyre type
Speed warning settings can be made and adjusted in the Infotainment system using the
button and the and Tyres function buttons.
If you use V-rated winter tyres, the speed limits and required tyre pressure are determined by the
engine size. In this case, always ask a Volkswagen dealership about the maximum permitted speed
and required tyre pressure.
All-wheel drive (4MOTION)
Thanks to its all-wheel drive, the vehicle has good traction in winter conditions, even with the
standard tyres. Nevertheless, Volkswagen still recommends that winter tyres or all-year tyres should
be fitted on all four wheels in winter, above all because this will give improved braking efficiency.
Observe information on snow chainsSnow chains

WARNING
The improved driving characteristics afforded by the winter tyres in winter conditions should not
encourage you to take any risks.
driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.


The vehicle handling is better if summer tyres are fitted at temperatures above +7

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:
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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.

WARNING
The use of snow chains that are unsuitable for your vehicle or the incorrect installation of snow
chains can cause accidents and serious injuries.


the maximum speed permitted for the snow chains that are fitted.

NOTICE
otherwise impair handling, damage the tyres and wear out very quickly.
t are in direct contact with the wheel rim can scratch or damage it. Volkswagen
recommends using snow chains with built-in rim protection.

In vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised after snow
chains are fitted Tyre monitoring system
Hubcaps
Centre wheel trim

Fig. 199 Removing the centre wheel trim by pulling.

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

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