Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Run-flat tyres, PAX, wheel alignment

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The procedure for adjusting the wheel alignment on vehicles with run-flat tyres (PAX) is the same as for vehicles with standard tyres.

Generally, the same measuring heads and fasteners for standard tyres with rim protector can be used on PAX wheels. (Fit to the inner side, secure to tyre tread).

Run-flat tyres, PAX, wheel alignment

Run-flat tyres, PAX, inflating tyre

Observe the following important points when inflating the tyre: – Only inflate after fitting the tyre with valve core installed. ...

Repairing run-flat tyres, PAX

General information It is not always necessary to renew a tyre after it has lost pressure and then been run in an uninflated condition. ...

Other materials:

Front axle
Overview of fitting locations - front axle I - → Chapter „Subframe“ II - → Chapter „Suspension strut, upper suspension link“ III - → Chapter „Lower suspension link ...

Adjusting bonnet
Adjusting bonnet Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- Note Vehicle must be standing on its wheels to enable bonnet to ...

Checking securing parts and anchorage points after an accident
Latch plate deformed (stretched) Height adjustment does not function. Anchorage points (seat, pillars, underbody) distorted or thread damaged If damage is determine ...