Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Run-flat tyres, retrofitting/requirements when using run-flat tyres
Caution
| Retrofitting run-flat tyres to vehicles may only be
undertaken if the tyres are fitted as standard or they
are available as an option. |
|
| These tyres may only be used on vehicles with a tyre
pressure monitoring system as a pressure lose in the tyres is
not always visible. This system warns the driver when an
inflation pressure is less than a certain inflation pressure. |
| Direct measuring systems
→ Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr.44 |
| Indirect measuring systems
→ Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr.44 |
| Tyres with run-flat properties may only be fitted on
disc-type wheels with raised double hump (Extended Hump - EH2)
→ Chapter. |
| Adhere to the special assembly instructions
→ Chapter. |
| A mixed installation with standard tyres is not permitted,
even on same axle. |
| Only in exceptional circumstances may a standard tyre be
fitted e.g. for a short period or a limited distance. The
special run-flat characteristics are lost, the driver must
always be informed. |
| Please observe the recommended tyre makes
→ Wheel and Tyre Guide; Rep. gr.44. |
|
Tyres with run-flat properties have reinforced side walls
when comparing them with normal tyres. This reduces the slippage
of the side walls and prevents the tyre fla ...
WARNING
Tyres with run-flat properties must be replaced
after they have been run deflated.
...
Other materials:
General information
Fig. 155 In the tailgate: location of the
camera for the reverse assist system (Rear Assist)
Fig. 156 Reverse assist system display
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Function
Action in vehicles without the ParkPilot o ...
Identification markings on the tyre sidewall, tyres with run-flat system
(PAX)
As compared to standard tyres, run-flat tyres (PAX) have
different codes and designations on the sidewall. This makes it
easy to identify run-flat tyres.
Codes and designations on tyres with run-flat pro ...
Removing and installing ESP sensor unit -G419-
The lateral acceleration sender -G200-, the yaw rate sender
-G202- and the longitudinal acceleration sender -G251- are
installed together with the control unit for electromechanical
parking brake -J540- in the ABS control unit -J104-.
Th ...
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