Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Pressing tyre off wheel rim
| New wheels with a modified contour have been introduced for
all vehicles as of model year 2005. |
| The tyre fitting unit must be furnished with the tyre
fitting head designed for these wheels. |
WARNING
| Otherwise there is a danger of the wheel rim being
damaged. |
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| If your tyre fitting unit has not yet been modified, please
contact the manufacturer of the unit. |
| Safety instructions and conditions for removing and
installing tyres |
| It is extremely important to adhere to the instructions and
warnings in the following descriptions. |
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Remove air from tyre by screwing out the nickel-plate valve
element. |
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Always ensure when pressing off a tyre using tyre fitting
equipment with a press-off plate, that the tyre valve
-arrow- is directly opposite the
press-off plate -1-. |
| The bead breaker must be positioned no more than 2 cm from
wheel rim flange. |
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Remove balancing weights and dirt from wheel rim. |
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Press both tyre beads off all round and liberally coat tyre
and wheel rim flange with tyre assembly paste
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Caution
Adherence to position of anti-theft wheel bolts to
tyre valve on steel wheels is vital.
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Tyre sealant or residue must not be mixed or disposed of
with other fluids.
Excess tyre sealant must be collected and stored in a
plastic ...
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First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Cleaning upholstery on seat cushions without seat
heating, seats that are not electrically adjustable, and seats that do not contain
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Steering rack
To achieve the desired results when performing repairs on
the steering rack it is important to work with the greatest
possible care and cleanliness, and to use proper tools in good
condition. Also note the basic rules on safety when performing
repair pro ...
Removing and installing D-pillar trim
Note
Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle
side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
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Wheel change, position of anti-theft wheel bolts for steel wheels
Tyre sealant disposal