Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Run-flat tyre system PAX, checking support ring
| As with tyres, the support ring does not always need to be
renewed after driving with a flat tyre. |
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| If the following damage can be observed, renew the support
ring: |
| Broken parts or missing sections |
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| Tears in the running surface/separating walls |
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| Blistering and discolouration due to overheating |
 Note
| Run-flat tyres (PAX) must not be repaired using a tyre patch
or similar. |
| Flat tyre sprays/foams must not be used with PAX tyres, as
these products are not compatible with the gel in the tyre. |
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Dimensions
Overview of important dimensions:
Codes/designations
Examp ...
Other materials:
Removing and installing headlight range control unit -J431-/control unit for
cornering light and headlight range control -J745-, RHD vehicles
Note
When renewing the control unit, select
Renew function for the respective control unit in
Guided fault finding or
Guided functions mode
→ Vehicle
diagnostic tester.
Removing
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Rear view
Fig. 3 Overview of the rear of the vehicle
Key for  :
High-mounted brake light
Rear window
Rear window heating  
Rear wiper  
Tail light cluster    
Tailgate  
Rear sensors for the ParkPilot or Park
Assist system    
Mounting for the rear to ...
Electrical components
At some point, you have probably received an electric shock
when touching a metal object. This is due to the electrostatic
charge accumulated by the human body. This charge can cause
malfunctions if you touch the electric steering rack and
steering colum ...
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Run-flat tyre system PAX, support ring