Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Test prerequisites

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Wheels, tyres, axle align / Wheel alignment / Test prerequisites

Check wheel suspension, wheel bearing assembly and steering for excessive play and damage.

Tread depth difference of no more than 2 mm on one axle.

Tyres inflated to correct pressures.

Vehicle unladen.

Fuel tank must be full.

Spare wheel and vehicle tools are stowed in correct locations.

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir must be full.

When checking wheel alignment, ensure that sliding plates and turn tables are not touching end stop.

Please note the following:

The test equipment must be properly adjusted and attached to the vehicle; observe device manufacturer's operating instructions.

If necessary, ask the manufacturer to show you how to use the wheel alignment machine.

Wheel alignment platforms and wheel alignment computers can lose their original calibration over a period of time.

Wheel alignment platforms and computers should be checked and adjusted as necessary during inspection and maintenance at least once per year!

–	Handle these highly sensitive devices carefully and conscientiously.

Notes for wheel alignment

Wheel alignment must be performed only using a VW/AUDI-approved wheel alignment unit! Whenever wheels are aligned, both the front and rear axles ...

Test preparations, wheel alignment with no driver assist systems

Special tools and workshop equipment required Wheel alignment computer -V.A.G 1813F- or VW/Audi-approved wheel alignment units Brake pedal depressor ...

Other materials:

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Side airbags
Fig. 73 On the left-hand side of the vehicle: deployment zones of side airbags (variant A). On the side of the front seat: location and deployment range of the side airbag (variant B) First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The side airbags are located in th ...