Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Cleaning wheels
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Cleaning steel wheels
Accumulated brake dust can only be removed with an industrial cleaner. Steel wheels should therefore be cleaned regularly with a separate sponge.
Any damage to the paint on steel wheels should be touched up before the metal starts to rust.
Caring for and cleaning alloy wheels
Wash grit and brake dust from alloy wheels approximately every 2 weeks. Then use an acid-free detergent to clean the wheels. Volkswagen recommends applying a hard wax compound to the wheels approximately every 3 months.
It is important to remove road salt and brake dust by washing the wheels at regular intervals, to deter corrosion to the alloy.
Always use an acid-free detergent for alloy wheels. Car polish or other abrasive agents should not be used on the wheels.
If the protective coating is damaged, e.g. by stone impact, the damaged area should be repaired immediately.
Cleaning and caring for chrome and aluminium trim parts
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Use a damp, clean, lint-free and soft cloth to clean the surfaces.
For heavy soiling use a special solvent-free cle ...
Care of rubber seals
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The rubber seals on the doors, windows etc. will seal
better, remain flexible and last longer if they are treated at regul ...
Other materials:
Cleaning battery clamp and battery terminal
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
VAG 1331
Note
The use of penetrating fluid, contact spray or grease etc.
is prohibited since the missing adhesion ...
Routing and securing lines
Risk of damage to lines
Lines may become damaged by moving or hot components.
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Route lines in their original positions.
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Ensure that there is sufficient clearance to moving or hot
components.
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Seat belt routing
Fig. 66 Correct seat belt routing and head
restraint adjustment
Fig. 67 Correct seat belt routing during
pregnancy
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Seat belts only provide an optimum level of protection
during an accident when they are routed corr ...
