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 ...
Other materials:
Dimensions - lettering on rear lid
Note
When fitting the lettering, observe the fitting notes
→ Anchor.
1 -
Lettering
Model designation.
2 -
Lettering
Engine designation
For technical designations without engine designation, a ...
Relay carrier, fuse carrier in dash panel/A-pillar, LHD vehicles
1 -
Bracket
For parking aid control unit -J446-/park assist steering control
unit -J791-
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Bracket
For onboard supply control unit -J519-
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Measuring tread depth
Note
The tread depth is measured in the main tread channels.
Do not measure at the TWIs (Tread Wear Indicators).
Measure the tread depth in the main tread channel, a ...
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Tyre damage due to insufficient tyre pressure
Damage caused when fitting