After changing a wheel
change a wheel
1. Clean the on-board tools and put them back
in the foam element in the luggage
compartment.
Please note on
page 368.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
2. Store the changed wheel safely in the trunk.
remove a wheel
3. Have the wheel bolt torque checked immediately
ÿ p. 369.
4. Have the damaged wheel replaced
sooner.
WARNING
Improperly tightened or mishandled wheel bolts
could result in loss of vehicle control, an accident
and serious injury.
Keep the wheel bolts and holes
threads of the wheel hubs always clean, free of
oil and grease. The screws must be easy to
unscrew and screw in and must be tightened to
the prescribed torque.
Fig. 263 Changing a wheel: Unscrew the wheel bolts
with the wheel spanner.
1. Observe the checklist ÿ p. 369.
After changing a wheel, the control lamp of
the tire monitoring system
2. Loosen the wheel bolts ÿ p. 369.
3. Raise the vehicle ÿ p. 373.
rresponding light could light up indicating a fault in
the system ÿ p. 354, ÿ p. 354.
If the new tires have dimensions different
4. Completely unscrew the already loosened
wheel bolts with the wheel spanner ÿ fig. 263
and place them on a clean base.
from those of the dismounted ones and re
If you want a different inflation pressure when
cold, you must adapt the pressure values in the tire
pressure monitoring system ÿ p. 353.
5. Remove the wheel.
Install the spare or emergency wheel
1. Note the direction of rotation of the tire ÿ p. 362.
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2. Install the wheel.
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3. Screw the anti-theft wheel bolt clockwise into the
correct position with the adapter and tighten it
slightly ÿ p. 369.
With the puncture repair kit it is possible to effectively
temporarily seal tire damage up to approx. 4 mm in
diameter caused by a foreign object or puncture. Do
not remove the object stuck in the tire, e.g. e.g. a
screw or a nail!
4. Screw in all other wheel bolts clockwise and
tighten lightly.
5. Lower the vehicle with the jack.
After the sealant has been inserted into the tyre,
be sure to recheck the tire pressure after about 10
minutes of driving and adjust it.
6. Securely tighten all bolts with the wheel spanner
clockwise ÿ .
When doing so, do not proceed in a circle,
but in a cross, always moving to the opposite screw.
If the vehicle has more than one damaged tire,
seek help from a suitably qualified specialized
workshop. Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen
dealer. The puncture repair kit has only been
designed to seal a tire.
7. Fit the caps and the central or integral hubcap ÿ
p. 367.
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Only use the puncture repair kit if the vehicle is
properly parked and you are familiar with the
necessary operations and safety measures!
Otherwise, seek help from a suitably qualified
specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends a
Volkswagen dealer.
· Keep the puncture repair kit out of the reach
of children.
· If you use the puncture repair kit, never raise the
vehicle with a jack, even if it is approved for the
vehicle.
WARNING
Do not use the tire sealant in the following
cases:
A tire repaired with the sealant does not have the
same running properties as a conventional tire.
— If the rim is damaged.
— If the outdoor temperature is below -20 °C
(-4°F).
· Never drive faster than 80 km/h (50 mph).
Avoid accelerating, braking and taking the
cornering at high speed.
— If the cut or puncture in the tire is more than 4
mm in diameter.
Drive only 10 minutes at 80 km/h
— If you have driven with very low pressure or with
a deflated tire.
(50 mph) maximum; then check the tire.
— If the expiration date on the sealant bottle
for tires has expired.
Once the sealant has been used or expired,
dispose of it in accordance with legal provisions.
— If any foreign body stuck in the tire has been
removed.
Bottles of sealant can be purchased in duly
qualified specialized workshops.
two. Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen
dealer.
— In combination with run-flat tyres.
Run-flat tires are identified by the “Seal” inscription
on the outer side.
Observe the puncture repair kit manufacturer's
instruction manual.
WARNING
Using the puncture repair kit can be dangerous,
especially if the tire is filled at the edge of the road.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, consider the
following: · Stop the vehicle as soon as possible
Puncture repair kit components
zos
and safely. Park the vehicle a safe distance from
road traffic to be able to refill the tire ÿ p. 69.
Please note on
page 375.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
· Make sure the ground is level and firm.
The puncture repair kit is located in the boot, under
the floor covering.
· All occupants, and especially children, must
always be located at a safe distance and out of
the work area.
· Switch on emergency flashers to warn other
road users.
· Only use the puncture repair kit if you are familiar
with the necessary operations. Otherwise, seek
help from a suitably qualified specialist workshop.
Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
· Use the puncture repair kit only in an
emergency to reach the nearest duly qualified
specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends
a Volkswagen dealer.
· Immediately order the replacement of the
tire repaired with the puncture repair kit.
Fig. 264 Schematic representation: puncture repair kit
components.
· If the sealant comes into contact with your skin,
remove it immediately. The sealant is harmful
to health.
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Previous steps
1 Sticker with the speed indication “max.
80 km/h” or “max. 50mph”
,
Please note on
page 375.
at the beginning of this chapter,
2 Filler tube with plug
3 Bottle of sealant
4 Spare valve core
Checklist Always
5 Howitzer Dismantle
perform the following operations in the order indicated
ÿ .
The howitzer remover ÿ fig. 264 5 has a slot at the
lower end for the valve core. Only then can the tire
valve core be unscrewed and screwed on again. This
also applies to the spare howitzer 4
1. If you experience a tire failure, park the vehicle, if
possible, on level, firm ground at a safe distance
from road traffic.
.
2. Engage the electronic parking brake.
co.
3. If the transmission is automatic, position the lever
reader in position P.
4. Shut off the engine and switch off the ignition.
5. Remove the key from the ignition lock.
6. If the change is manual, engage a gear.
7. Get all the occupants out of the vehicle and
take them to a safe place away from road traffic.
8. Connect the emergency flashers and co
lock the warning triangle ÿ p. 69.
Observe the legal provisions in this regard.
Fig. 265 Schematic representation: puncture repair kit
compressor.
9. Check if the tire can be repaired with the puncture
repair kit ÿ p. 375.
10. If you are using a trailer, unhitch it from the towing
vehicle and park it ÿ p. 293.
1 12 volt connector
2 On/Off switch 3 Tire pressure gauge 4
Air discharge screw ÿ p. 377 5 Inflation tube
11. If the trunk is loaded, remove all the equipment
heh.
12. Take the puncture repair kit out of the trunk.
13. Stick the puncture repair kit adhesive
ÿ p. 376 on the instrument panel within the
driver's field of vision.
6 air compressor
The air compressor in the puncture repair kit
can be connected to the 12-volt socket even
if the compressor's nameplate indicates a higher
power than the one indicated on the socket.
14. Do not remove the object stuck in the tire, e.g.
e.g. a screw.
WARNING
For your own safety, do not ignore this important
checklist, otherwise accidents and serious injuries
could result.
Instead of the air discharge screw there may be
a key on the air compressor.
· Always follow the operations in the checklist and
always observe the generally valid safety
measures.
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9. Drive the vehicle about 10 meters towards
Seal and inflate a tire
forwards or backwards so that the sealant
distributes well inside the tire.
Please note on
page 375.
,at the beginning of this chapter,
10. Screw the inflation tube back on tightly
air compressor on the tire valve and repeat
the inflation operation.
seal a tire
11. If the required pressure is still not reached, it
means that the tire is too damaged. In such a
case it is not possible to seal the tire with the
puncture repair kit. Do not continue the march
ÿ . Consult a suitably qualified specialist
workshop for help. Volkswagen recommends a
Volkswagen dealer.
1. Unscrew the valve cap from the tire.
2. Unscrew the valve core with the screw
bus lift ÿ fig. 264 5 and place it on a clean
surface.
3. Shake the sealant bottle vigorously ÿ fig.
264 3 several times.
12. Unplug the air compressor and unscrew the
inflation tube from the tire valve.
4. Screw the filler tube tightly
13. If a pressure of between 2.0 and 2.5 bar (29-36
psi/200-250 kPa) is reached, immediately
ÿ fig. 264 2 into the sealant bottle clockwise.
The seal on the mouth of the bottle is
automatically perforated.
continue driving at a maximum of 80 km/h (50
mph).
5. Remove the filler pipe plug ÿ fig. 264
2 and insert the open end into the valve
Check after 10 minutes of walking
of the tire completely.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as soon
as you can safely do so, e.g. For example, in a
parking lot.
6. Hold the bottle upside down and empty all the
contents into the tire.
7. Remove the empty bottle from the valve.
2. Screw the inflation tube back on ÿ fig. 265 5 and
check the tire pressure on the tire pressure
8. Screw the core back into the tire valve using the
gauge ÿ fig. 265 3
.
core remover ÿ fig. 264 5
.
inflate the tire
Equal to or less than 1.3 bar (19 psi/130 kPa):
1. Screw the inflation tube tightly
1. Do not continue the march! It has not been
possible to seal the tire sufficiently with the
chazos repair kit ÿ . Consult a suitably qualified
specialist workshop for help. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
ÿ fig. 265 5 of the air compressor on the tire
valve.
2. Make sure that the air discharge screw ÿ fig. 265
4 is closed.
Equal to or greater than 1.4 bar (20 psi/140 kPa):
3. Start the engine and let it idle.
1. Correct the tire pressure until the correct value is
reached.
4. Connect the 12 volt connector ÿ fig. 265 1
to a 12 volt socket in the vehicle ÿ p. 229.
2. Drive carefully to the nearest duly qualified
specialist workshop at a maximum speed of 80
km/h (50 mph). Volkswagen recommends a
Volkswagen dealer.
5. Switch on the air compressor with the on/off
.
switch ÿ fig. 265 2
3. Request the replacement of the damaged tire
6. Leave the compressor running until the
to a duly qualified specialized workshop.
Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
reach a pressure of 2.0 to 2.5 bar (29-36 psi/
200-250 kPa) ÿ . Do not let it run for more than
8 minutes ÿ .
7. Turn off the compressor.
WARNING
8. If a pressure between
When inflating the tire, the inflation tube and air
compressor can become hot.
2.0 and 2.5 bar (29-36 psi/200-250 kPa),
unscrew the inflation tube from the tire valve.
· Protect hands and skin from ca
clients.
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· When the air compressor and inflation tube are hot,
do not place them on flammable materials.
· Before storing the device, let it cool down.
WARNING
If the damaged tire cannot be sufficiently sealed with the
puncture repair kit, the tire will lose air while driving. As a
result, the tire could fail, vehicle control could be lost, and
accidents, serious injury, or death could result.
· If a minimum pressure of 2.0 bar (29 psi/200 kPa)
cannot be reached, it means that the tire is too
damaged. In this case, the sealant will not be able
to seal the tire. Stop driving and seek help from a
duly qualified specialized workshop. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
· Do not continue driving if the tire pressure is 1.3 bar
(19 psi/130 kPa) or less after 10 minutes of driving.
Instead, seek help from a suitably qualified
specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends a
Volkswagen dealer.
WARNING
Switch off the air compressor after a maximum of 8 minutes,
otherwise it will overheat!
Let the compressor cool down for a few minutes before
use it again.
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