Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: 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. |
| 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! |
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Handle these highly sensitive devices carefully and
conscientiously. |
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Wheel alignment must be performed only using a VW/AUDI-approved
wheel alignment unit!
Whenever wheels are aligned, both the front and rear axles
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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:
Removing tyres, run-flat tyres, ultra-high-performance tyres
Only trained personnel may perform any assembly work on
run-flat tyres and ultra-high-performance tyres.
If fitted, check tyre pressure sensor using vehicle
diagnostic tester, and renew it as necessary.
Note
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Switch off the lane departure warning system in the following situations
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The lane departure warning system (Lane Assist) should
be switched off due to system limitations in the following situations:
When a high level of concentration is required by the driver.
Very sporty driving.
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Removing and installing brake pads or linings
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system -VAS 5051-
Tool set for brake bleeding -VAS 6564-
Insert tool with ratchet -VAS 6784-
Bit attachment (7 mm) -T10503-
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Notes for wheel alignment
Test preparations, wheel alignment with no driver assist systems