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:
Pneumatic brush grinder set -VAS 6446
Designation:
Pneumatic brush grinder set -VAS 6446-
Product description:
The pneumatic brush grinder set -VAS 6446- serves as a
surface treatment tool.
Suitable for removal o ...
Removing and installing door handle
Removing
Note
Removal and installation are described only for the right
door handle. The left side is similar.
General information and work instructions for the door handle
key ...
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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Notes for wheel alignment
Test preparations, wheel alignment with no driver assist systems