2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC warning

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. 202  and 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

Changing a wheel can be dangerous, especially when carried out at the side of a road. Please
observe the following steps in order to reduce the risk of serious injuries:
as soon as possible and when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at a safe distance
from moving traffic in order to carry out the wheel change.
work during the wheel change.

board or similar support for the vehicle jack.
urself when you feel confident with carrying out the procedure. If not,
seek expert assistance.

ver
to the position P or select a gear on a manual gearbox in order to reduce the risk of unintended
vehicle movement.
immediately after changing a wheel.
n the case of vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised
immediately after a wheel change⇒ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator .
Preparations for changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for changing the
wheel ⇒ :

If your vehicle has a flat tyre, park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from
moving traffic.

Switch on the electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.

DSG® dual clutch gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.

Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.

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 Changing a wheel: tyre valve ① and locations of the anti-theft wheel bolt ② or ③.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
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)

On wheels with a wheel cover, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be screwed into position
⇒ Fig. 204②  or ③ according to the position of the tyre valve ①. The wheel cover can otherwise
not be fitted.
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⇒Introduction 
The jack may be positioned only at the reinforcements on the underbody, which are located behind
the markings on the body ⇒ Fig. 205 . Always use the jacking point closest to the wheel you are
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® dual clutch gearbox DSG® dual clutch gearbox and switch on the
electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.

Chock the wheel diagonally opposite using collapsible chocks or other suitable objects.

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

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.

vehicle.
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⇒Introduction 
Removing a wheel
⇒ Preparations for changing a wheel .
⇒ Wheel bolts .
⇒ Lifting the vehicle with the jack .
⇒ Fig. 207 , completely unscrew the loosened
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 .