Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing tyre from wheel

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Wheels, tyres, axle align / Wheels, tyres / Removing tyre from wheel

Tyres which have been filled or sealed using tyre sealant must be drained before removal.

Caution

Avoid eye and skin contact with tyre sealant.

It is a health hazard and may cause eye irritation and allergies.

During this work, wear protective gloves and safety goggles.

–	Place the wheel on an even surface.

–	Unscrew and remove the valve insert of tyre valve.

–	Use a suitable drill or mill to carefully drill a hole in shoulder area of tyre.

–	Hold wheel over a suitable container and drain sealant.

–	Pull tyre from rim.

–	Clean wheel rim with, for example, a moist cloth.

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