Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Changing a wheel

Fig. 226 Changing a wheel: removing the
wheel bolts with the screwdriver handle
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsRemoving the wheel
- Using the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle , completely unscrew
the loosened wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface.
Fitting the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel
Note any specific tyre running direction .
- Position the spare wheel / temporary spare wheel.
- Insert the anti-theft wheel bolt using the adapter at position or ③ and
tighten it slightly in a clockwise direction.
- Screw in all the other wheel bolts in a clockwise direction and use the
hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to tighten them gently.
- Lower the vehicle with the jack.
- Use the box spanner to tighten all the wheel bolts securely in a clockwise
direction . Do not tighten the bolts in clockwise or anticlockwise sequence.
Tighten them in diagonal sequence.
- Fit the cover caps, centre covers or wheel covers.

WARNING
Incorrect torque or incorrect use of wheel bolts can lead to a loss of control of
the vehicle, cause accidents and serious injuries.
- Always keep all wheel bolts and threads in the wheel hubs clean and free
from oil and grease. The wheel bolts must be easy to turn and be tightened to
the specified torque.
- The hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle should only be used for turning
wheel bolts, not use for loosening or tightening them.
To ensure your own safety and the safety of your passengers, observe
the following actions in the specified order :
Find a firm and level surface suitable
for lifting the vehicle.
Swit ...
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Clean the tools as necessary and place them back in the foam rubber holder
in the luggage compartment.
Stow the spa ...
Other materials:
Checking inertia reel (locking mechanism)
The inertia reel has two locking functions.
The first locking function is triggered by the belt being
jerked out of the reel (belt extension acceleration).
Test 1
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Pull belt o ...
Overview of the driver side
Fig. 5 Overview of the driver side (left-hand
drive vehicles)
Fig. 6 Overview of the driver side (right-hand
drive vehicles)
Key for and :
Button for interior monitoring
Light switch
Daytime running lights or daytime headlights
Automatic hea ...
Maintenance
Software
Updating software is important to ensure proper
operation and longevity of your vehicle's components.
You must install a software update at the earliest
opportunity. See Software Updates.
Tesla may update or reinstall your vehicle's software as
part of the normal diagnostic, repair, an ...
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