· Chains that come into direct contact with the rim
· Always make sure that the ventilation of the
brakes is not interrupted or diminished. Also
take this into account if you retrofit hubcaps.
Insufficient ventilation can cause the braking
distance to increase considerably.
could scratch or damage the rim. Volkswagen
recommends the use of chains with integrated tire
protection.
On vehicles equipped with the tire monitoring
system, the system must be re-adapted after
mounting snow chains ÿ p. 351.
Integral hubcap
Remove the full hubcap
hubcaps
center hubcap
Vehicles with central hubcaps that can be
removed by pulling
Fig. 253 Remove the full hubcap.
The full hubcap protects the wheel bolts and must
be remounted after changing the wheel.
1. Take out the extraction hook from the tools.
on-board tas ÿ p. 312.
Fig. 252 Remove the central hubcap by pulling it.
2. Hook the hook into one of the holes in the
hubcap.
The central hubcap protects the wheel bolts and
must be refitted after changing the wheel.
3. Remove the hubcap by pulling the hook in the
direction of the arrow. If necessary, use a
wheel spanner to pull ÿ fig. 253.
1. Remove: Pull the removal hook out of the
on-board tools ÿ p. 312 and insert it into a hole
(light alloy wheel) or hook it to the edge (steel
wheel) of the hubcap ÿ fig. 252.
Install the integral hubcap
1. Check that the anti-theft wheel bolt is mounted
in the correct position ÿ p. 369.
2. Pull the hubcap in the direction of the arrow.
3. Install: Press the hubcap against the rim until
2. Press the hubcap onto the rim aligning the valve
hole with the valve on the tire. Make sure that
the entire contour of the hubcap fits correctly.
you feel it engage.
WARNING
If improper hubcaps are used or are installed
incorrectly, accidents and serious injuries may occur.
WARNING
If hubcaps are fitted incorrectly, they could come
off while driving and endanger other road users.
If improper hubcaps are used or are installed
incorrectly, accidents and serious injuries may occur.
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· Do not use damaged hubcaps.
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If hubcaps are fitted incorrectly, they could come
off while driving and endanger other road users.
change a wheel
Introduction to the topic
· Do not use damaged hubcaps.
· Always make sure that the ventilation of the
brakes is not interrupted or diminished. Also
take this into account if you retrofit hubcaps.
Insufficient ventilation can cause the braking
distance to increase considerably.
Only change a wheel yourself if you are familiar with
the necessary operations and safety measures, if
you have the necessary tools and if the vehicle is
parked safely.
Some vehicles come from the factory without a jack
or wheel brace. In this case, have the wheel replaced
by a duly qualifi ed specialized workshop. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
WARNING
The hubcap can be screwed on firmly. Do not
disassemble it using force.
The factory-included jack has only been designed in
the event that a vehicle tire becomes damaged and
needs to be replaced. If both tires on one side of the
vehicle, both on the same axle or all of them are
damaged, seek help from a suitably qualified specialist
workshop. Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen
dealer.
Wheel bolt caps
WARNING
Changing a wheel can be dangerous, especially
if it is done at the edge of the road. To reduce
the risk of serious injury, observe the following: ·
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. Park
the vehicle a safe distance from road traffic to be
able to change the wheel.
· While changing the wheel, all occupants, and
especially children, should always be at a safe
distance and out of the work area.
Fig. 254 Remove the caps from the wheel bolts.
· Switch on emergency flashers to warn other
road users.
The caps protect the wheel bolts and must be
pushed back in as far as they will go after changing
the wheel.
· Make sure the ground is level and firm.
If necessary, use a wide, stable base to
support the jack.
Removing and installing the caps
1. Remove: Take out the removal hook from the
· Only change a wheel yourself if you are familiar
on-board tools ÿ p. 312.
with the necessary operations. Otherwise,
seek help from a suitably qualified specialist
workshop. Volkswagen recommends a
Volkswagen dealer.
2. Insert the hook into the hole in the hood ÿ fig.
254 and pull in the direction of the arrow.
3. Fit: Fit the caps onto the mounting screws
· To change a wheel, always use suitable tools
and in perfect condition.
roll to the top.
The anti-theft wheel bolt has a different cap, which
is only compatible with the anti-theft wheel bolt and
is not suitable for conventional bolts.
· To reduce the risk of the vehicle rolling over
If you move unintentionally, always switch off the
engine and place the selector lever in position P.
To reduce the risk that the vehicle may roll
away unintentionally, engage a gear if the
transmission is manual.
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