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:
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ An economic driving style
→ Driving in a fuel-efficient manner
Fuel consumption, environmental impact and wear on the engine, brakes and tyres
depend largely on three factors:
Personal driving style.
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Checking fuel pressure
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Removal wedge -3409-
Pressure tester -VAS 6550-
Connector cable -VAS 6550/3-3-
Connector cable -VAS 6550/3-4-
Vehicle diagnostic tester
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Safety precautions when using testers and measuring instruments during a
road test
Risk of injury through insecure testing and measuring instruments
When the front passenger airbag is triggered in an accident,
insufficiently secured testing and measuring instruments become
dangerous projectiles.
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Secure testing and measuring in ...
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Run-flat tyres, retrofitting/requirements when using run-flat tyres