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Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Stripped profile

Tyres with stripped profile
Such damage usually develops over a longer period of time. If an already damaged tyre is exposed to high stress, the centrifugal forces which occur at high speeds can tear components off the tyre.
The figure shows a tyre with stripped tread due to travel with insufficient tyre pressure.
 

Stripped profile

Damage caused by foreign bodies
Driving over hard, pointed objects like nails, screws and the like can pierce the tyre. This always leads to tyre damage.   ...

Tyre damage due to insufficient tyre pressure
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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Driving data
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The multifunction display (MFD) shows a variety of travel and fuel consumption data. MFA is called up from the selection menu   . Switching between displays Vehicles without a multifunction steering wheel: press th ...

Removing and installing control unit and hydraulic unit, LHD
Special tools and workshop equipment required Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- Torque wrench -V.A.G 1410- Brake pedal depressor -V.A.G 1869/2-         Sealing plugs, assemb ...

Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 50 Adjusting the steering wheel position mechanically First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Adjust the steering wheel position before setting off and only when the vehicle is stationary. Push down the lever  . Adjust the steering wheel s ...

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