This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Handling wheels and tyres
→ Rims→ New wheels and tyres
→ Tyre pressure→ Tread depth and wear indicators
→ Tyre damage→ Spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
→ Tyre lettering→ Winter tyres
→ Snow chainsVolkswagen recommends that work on tyres and wheels is carried out by a qualified workshop. They are familiar with the procedure and have the necessary special tools and spare parts and the proper facilities for disposing of the old tyres. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Additional information and warnings:
WARNING
New tyres or tyres which are old, worn down or damaged cannot provide full levels of vehicle control and braking power.For technical reasons, it is not generally possible to use the wheels from other vehicles. This can also apply to wheels of the same vehicle type. Refer to the vehicle documentation and ask a Volkswagen dealership if necessary.
Overview of fitting locations - front keyless entry system, LHD vehicles
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Front passenger door exterior handle
With front passenger door exterior handle contact sensor -G416-.
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
With front passenger side aerial for entry and start system -R135-.
Removing ...
Switching off auxiliary and supplementary heater
If the button instant heat button has been pressed, or after
the preset operating time has expired or the coolant has reached
a temperature of 88° C, the combustion is ended and the run-on
mode begins. The circulation pump -V55- and the combustion air
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Removing and installing mounting bracket, RHD vehicles
Removing
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Remove wiper arms
→ Electrical system; Rep. gr.92.
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Remove plenum chamber cover
→ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr.50.
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