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:
Determining flat spots on tyres
What is a flat spot?
The terms flat area and flats are also used for the term
flat spot.
Flat spots caused by storage or handling also cause
vibration in the same way as incorrectly balanced wheels do. It
is import ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Washing the vehicle
→ Washing the vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner
→ Cleaning windows and exterior mirrors
→ Cleaning and changing windscreen wiper blades
→ Waxing and po ...
Emptying fuel tank with fuel tank more than 3/4
full, engine code CWVA
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Removal wedge -3409-
Wrench -T10202-
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Fuel extractor -VAS 5190-
Fuel extractor -VAS 5190 A- for E 85 fuel (not shown).
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Run-flat tyres, retrofitting/requirements when using run-flat tyres