Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: EU tyre label, objectives
| Reducing fuel consumption |
| The EU tyre label provides the end-user with important
information on the properties of the tyre. It does not
illustrate, however, all decisive safety criteria. |
| The explanation of other properties of the tyre may
influence the decision to purchase. |
| The customer should be advised of the limited information on
the label of tyre properties, such as no information concerning
winter properties for winter tyres. |
| Tyre tests are another source of information for specialist
dealers and end-users. |
| In the tyres tests other leading factors are also tested,
which should be taken into account: |
| Behaviour in winterly conditions |
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Tyre manufactures must mark their tyres according to EU regulation
(EC) No. 1222/2009 (labelling of tyres) as of 01 November 2012.
The labelling of tyres regulation contains th ...
Rolling resistance
→ Anchor
Wet grip
→ Anchor
Noise emissions
→ Anchor
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Other materials:
Seam seals, body of CNG-powered vehicles
Note
Seam seals made during repair work must be identical in
appearance and thickness to the original seam seals.
To avoid damage or faulty operation, brush seam seals smooth
near attachments which must be attached.
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Run-flat tyres, PAX, checking
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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Assembly overview - air filter housing
1 -
Air duct (bottom section)
On lock carrier
2 -
Air duct (top section)
On lock carrier
3 -
Cover
For air duct
4 -
Bolt
2&n ...
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