Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Run-flat tyres, repair work
WARNING
| Tyres with run-flat properties must be replaced
after they have been run deflated. |
| Adhere to the special assembly instructions
→ Chapter. |
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As with standard tyre/wheel systems, the disc-type wheel
must also be checked before fitting. |
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Check wheel rim for true running, run out and other damage
after a tyre has been run deflated
→ Chapter, as a pot-hole etc. could cause damage to
the wheel rim. |
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Damaged wheels must be renewed. |
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Caution
Retrofitting run-flat tyres to vehicles may only be
undertaken if the tyres are fitted as standard or they
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Other materials:
Removing and installing vibration damper
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Counterhold -T10475-
Removing
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Remove noise insulation
→ General body repairs, ...
Loosening and tightening threaded connections of drive shaft
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Socket, 24 mm -T10361A-
Angle wrench -V.A.G 1756 A-
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Checklist
Carry out the steps in the specified order :
To ensure that the engine oil reading
is correct, park the vehicle on a level surface with the engine at operating
temperature.
Switch off the engine and wait a few
minutes for the engine oil to flow back into the sump.
Open t ...
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Run-flat tyres, retrofitting/requirements when using run-flat tyres