Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking radial and lateral run-out on wheel rim
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Attach rim to wheel balancing machine. |
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Use the centring system for wheel balancing machines -VAS
5271-. |
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Preload tyre gauge approx. 2 mm. |
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Make a note of the smallest and largest deflection of the
indicator needle. |
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Compare the measured values with the specifications in the
table
→ Anchor. |
Note
| Extreme values on the tyre gauge due to small irregularities
may be disregarded. |
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| Specifications for radial and lateral runout
on wheel |
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Rim |
Radial
run-out (mm) |
Lateral
run-out (mm) |
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Steel wheel |
0.5 |
0.5 |
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Alloy wheel |
0.5 |
0.8 |
Note
| If the measured value exceeds the specification, acceptably smooth
running cannot be attained. |
Checking lateral run-out
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Preload tyre gauge approx. 2 mm.
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General
When radial or lateral runout of the wheel and tyre
coincide, the imbalance of the wheel is amplified by the tyre.
For ...
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Filling the tank with petrol, diesel or E85
Fig. 188 Open tank flap with tank cap attached
to the holder
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Switch off the engine, ignition, mobile telephone and
auxiliary heater before filling the tank and leave them switched
off during refilling.
Opening the ...
Rules for cleanliness
When working on the fuel supply and injection system,
observe the following “5 rules” for cleanliness:
Thoroughly clean all unions and surrounding areas before
disconnecting.
Place removed parts on a clea ...
How to start the engine using jump leads
Fig. 244 How to connect the jump leads
in starting vehicles without start/stop system: discharged battery ① and battery
providing assistance ②
Fig. 245 How to connect the jump leads
in starting vehicles with start/stop system: discharged battery ① and battery providing
assistance ② ...
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Checking radial and lateral runout on wheels and tyres with tyre gauge
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