Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking tyres
| As tyre damage can have serious consequences, you and the
driver should regularly check the tyres to identify any problems
at an early stage. |
| Damaged tyres cannot withstand driving conditions such as
high speed, long distances, sporty driving, and so on. |
| Damage can be caused in a number of ways: |
| Driving with insufficient tyre pressure |
| Assembly error when tyres were fitted on rims |
| Damage by embedding objects |
WARNING
| Whenever a safety risk cannot be ruled out, the tyre
must be renewed. |
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| When checking a tyre, look out especially for the following
criteria: |
| Surface erosion or ripples on the inner side (inflation
pressure was too low or not sufficient for the load) |
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| Loose rubber or loose radial threads |
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| Separated or deformed bead core |
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| Damage to tyre bead with cord ply visible |
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The most common causes for tyre failure are minor external
damage, a defective valve or a leaking rim due to corrosion or
damage.
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Bead core broken during tyre inflation.
Modern radial tyres for passenger cars are mounted only on
safety rim ...
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Snow chains
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please heed legislation and also the permitted speed
when driving your vehicle with snow chains.
In winter conditions, snow chains will not only improve acceleration, but also
braking response.
Snow chains may only b ...
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Tyre damage due to insufficient tyre pressure
Damage caused when fitting