Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking radial and lateral run-out on wheel rim
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Attach rim to wheel balancing machine. |
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Use the centring system for wheel balancing machines -VAS
5271-. |
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Preload tyre gauge approx. 2 mm. |
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Make a note of the smallest and largest deflection of the
indicator needle. |
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Compare the measured values with the specifications in the
table
→ Anchor. |
Note
Extreme values on the tyre gauge due to small irregularities
may be disregarded. |
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Specifications for radial and lateral runout
on wheel |
Rim |
Radial
run-out (mm) |
Lateral
run-out (mm) |
Steel wheel |
0.5 |
0.5 |
Alloy wheel |
0.5 |
0.8 |
Note
If the measured value exceeds the specification, acceptably smooth
running cannot be attained. |
Checking lateral run-out
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Preload tyre gauge approx. 2 mm.
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General
When radial or lateral runout of the wheel and tyre
coincide, the imbalance of the wheel is amplified by the tyre.
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Other materials:
Dimensions – lettering on wing, “R”
1 -
Emblem
2 -
Height dimension
5.0 ± 1 mm, from upper edge of lettering to edge of wing
3 -
Horizontal dimension
1.5 ± 1 mm, from outer edge of wing to lettering
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Removing and installing suspension strut
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Spreader -3424-
Engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-
Support -T10149-
Special tools and workshop equipment
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Operation
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The auxiliary heater exhaust system, located under the
vehicle, must not be blocked by snow, mud or other items. The exhaust fumes must
not be obstructed in any way. The emissions generated by the auxiliary heater are
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